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The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1898-04-03

| vous. arose and started toward the "smok-
ing room As he did so a little old man
attired as granger, and who had spark
ing gray eyes which were not even con-
cealed by the glasses he wore, grabbed the
man by the coat collar. The man turned
pale.
What do you mean" he asked of the
old fellow
II mean that you've been smuggling
opium into the United States" said the old
fellow. I'm 4 detective" and he showed
his badge
He ran his hand up under the other
mans coat at the back. and after fumbling
about produced several bottles AID pack
ages.
There's the proof" said he. rive been
Watching you ever since we crossed the
border at Niagara Falls. and thought
there was something wrong | don't know
what TO do in this case. DO You know that
could send you to States prison for
this 80 ~
The derelicts lips quivered and he looked
p.eadingly at tho elderly womah his wife
Tears flashed to her eyes Finally she said
hesitatingly:
You're quite wrong, sir. This is con.
sumption medicine. My husband has long
neen endeavoring 10 conceal the fact trcn,
me that he is n victim of consumptlon
Just before We left Canada he had his | r.
insured for NV benefit, unknown 10 M.
ne thought. have known of his decepsiou
and whenever he has left me on the car,
knew That he desired TO seclude himself Ia
take the medicine
There were tears in the eyes of these
standing about, and finally the detective
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the greatest value In preserving the physical
strength upon which vitality is so iGdepcnd-
ent
This article would be longer than The Pos,
would publish, however were | To proceed as
lar along this line as should llkc. Visitors
10 the Houston Lyceum. in the Mason block,
Nil find In the reading room copies of tho
New Race Magazine the official organ of the
American Health congress, and on pages IS,
TO US, inclusive. OF the March number will
De found some interesting figures relative 10
this question On request at the Lyceum may
also be had Invitations" by which to ioin
the rckaon club-which is a department OF
the American Health congressman which ex-
plata themselves If carefully read through
On page 1871 of the same magazine will be
fopnd definition OF what Joining the club
means. II will there be learned that the club
eNhets no fees nor dues and has no laws to be
oheyed except these OF nature, which are
therein made as plain as possible for our use.
The Invitations are free and there are M
meetings the members are required 10 attend
1t does, however provide n method by which
each member may atvaiicc toward Thorough
knowledRe of rerlect health and the uosse-s-
sion Of n small hut valuable health lbrary
also free. These would 81 far toward ACQUIRING
70 each member large dcIrfe Of control over
the physlcnl forces so necessary TO n satisfnc. |
tory existence here. but which can only he I
touched upon briefly In 4 writing OF this char. |
actor. Florence Il II ShaTer
State Secretary American Health Ctigrsss. l01 |
san Felipe Street, Houston, Texas.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1898-04-03
A THRIVING TOWN.
III Campo by Concentrated Effort is Gaining Many New
Citizens and Reaching Out for Business

"A Campo, 1.-THE Pearl OF the Prairie"
rs she is sometimes called. has In the last
five years sprung up from bare prairie
over which large herds OF Texas steers have
picked their living and grown fat, to a
flourishing town such as II is today. Ell
Campo is situated about fourteen miles
west of the Colorado river. in Wharton
county. and Is populated with as enterprls-
Ing class of people ms can be found in
Texas. Her populace consists largely OF
Swedish people with also quite a number
Of North Texans. who have in the las,
year immlgrated to this city. A popularity
about this place is the absence OF negroes
there being but two or three living in tho
city, and the surrounding country Is popr-
lated by white people as we'll. SO 1t is sal
dom II ever that a negro is seen In the
market places.
FL Campo is situated on the New York.
Texas and Mexican railway. which fur
nishes excellent shipping facilities for that
section OF Wharton county. and II ia safe
20 say that half the products OF that COUNTY
are shipped from that point, as I'll CAMPO
Is rapidly gaining control OF the trade Of
the county.
The government OF FL Campo Is controlled
BY the county officials, as 1t has not as 80,
been Incorporated. Ell Campo has laid
the foundation for a great future. and bids
fair to achieve the highest prosperity. and
II Is only question OF time whenNt Will
become one OF the most important towns
in the coast country.
The toll OF FL Campo and the surround
Ing country Is the richest to be found IN
all Texas. high and comparatively dry. and
the surrounding country Is rapidly being
eut up into fruit and cotton farms. and II
Is predicted that cane raising win be a
leading Industry In few years, some beng
raised there now 70 good advantage.
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The condition of society Is of the very
best, The lawless element. so often found
in new communities of rapid growth, has
pren from the start conspicuous for its alb
sence. while the people from the outset
nave united their efforts in the establish
ment OF all that goes to assist in tho form
ing of ftrst-class community.
The business men are shrcwd and al
ways wide awake to the interest OF their
city. Among the leaders are those repre-
sented In this issue OF The Post, In an nd
laeent column II viii be noticed, upon In
Nestigation, that no business entcrpfiaes
are lacking to provide for the wants OF the
buying public. FL Campo has butchers
bakers, lumbermen, bankers, groaers, dry
goods houses, hardware and, in fact, every
leading branch OF trade Is represented.
Brick ynr'ls and cotton gins are other
industries Of this place. Carpenters are
eons,autly Kept busy erecting the large
number OF iino new residences.
Tha business distrIe; OF the city Is com.
posed of substantial wood structure
whicc arc modern In appearance. Among
the new buildings now under construction
Is thai OF tho El Campo bank, ana il h
rnmored that in n short time the construs-
uon OF large brick block win begin. TO
take the place OF one OF the wood struc
lures on the main street.
FL Campo Is equally well proyiaad WIN
churches and school houses. The SwedIsb
lutheran and Methodist denominations
rave both erected large and spacious
.nurohcs. aud a well lighted we'll ven-
siiatsd school house Is enjoyed hy the
city Ht''v
me stranger who casts his lot IN ri
cnnn o or Vicinity VIII find hearty well
eonle ana social advantages equal 10 those
asooraeh In many older ana more prcten-
tious communities $50 p'''p"-
pme OF the citizens and firms OF FL
.anpo deserve special mention Ear ,h,i,.
rush and ever readiness 10 work and /,
~, nut their hands In their pockets.
~ 'enahsn inc interest OF their communi-
~ ~, anu prominent among those arc a
r'arenthold Co. H. Carleton. Al n
Sus carville, II RAIDER. a. Finktestein 4
son Scott Porter. Webb Holloway & %
81 Campo Bank and Paul & Pettitt.
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BAD FOR THE BOYS.
An Indignity That the Girls At,yn>,
Escape the Small Boy's Argument.

An Indignity That the Girls At,vn>,
Escape the Small Boys Argument.
Chicago Pest
The young hopeful had been silent and
thoughtful Cor some time, and it was evil
cent that there was some deep problem
that was troubling him.
Papa" he said at last, "ain't 1t true
nat hcys haze all the worst of it?"
Why. no, ny boy. | don't think thev
do" replied the father
We'll l do" asserted tho hov nr,..,,
girl know says she wishes She was /,
boy but I'll bet she wouldn't il she kney
more about it. Why. things are arranpea
lots better for them than for bows
On guess not, Willie" returned tbe
lndulsent father, putting aside his p,per
and preparing to argue it out win The
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1898-04-03
A wOMAN's WIT.
" Cnmc In n Flash and Saved Her
Husband from Disgrace.

New York Commercial Advertiser.
In the waiting room OF the railroad STA
ton at the foot of Montgomery street, Jer-
sey City. on Thursday afternoon, sat a
woll-dressed, elderly man and woman, PEG
pie OF evident responsibility. They had
lust arrived on an incoming train. They
were waiting to make arrangements for the
transfer of their baggase to this city. Be-
side the man was gripsack labeled
Weaver Hamilton. Canada" Finally the
man. who appeared to be extremely ner-
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murmured few incoherent words and de-

The elderly man and woman boarded a
ferryboat and then Ninth avenue elevated
railroad train. A reporter, who had wit
messed the waiting room scene, sat behind
them in the car.
Neither of them spoke word until they
were well up toSn. Then said the man to
his wife:
you to think OF such story?"
John, could and would die to save
you disgrace, But for the lands sake
dent be tempted again"
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HousroN pAr1Y Posn SUNDAY MoRNrNa APRIL g. 1898

Undertaken and Dealer in Lum. ~
Der, Shingles, Mouldings, Sash,
Doors, Blinds and Builders
Hardware.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1898-04-03

Thomas Hardy, who is now at y'1
a long novel. Will bring out .
OF short stories in tho spring.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1898-07-14
The Old Government.

w. G. Peacock & Co. Ltd. are
agents for the celebrated "Old Gov.
eminent" Whisky, which is pro-
nounced perfection by all connois-
seurs. 1t is served in the Royal
where the boys drink it and think of
the "Old Government" under the
Unicorn and Lion.
In the Pacific the perfection whisky
will remind the "Boys in Blue" Of
their glorious, Great Republic, and
in the Cosmopolitan, tears will be
shed when "Old Government" is
poured out in honor OF the Emerald
Island.
Here we go boys! Take another
sip of cold Government" whisky.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1898-07-14
BUSINESS LOCALS.

Black, white, cream, butter laces-
in fact all kinds-at Sachs Store.
For Lines, Lemons and Alligator
Pears, etc., go to Masonic Temple
Fruit Store. Edgar Henriques.
Persons requiring tombstones
should apply to Fred. Harrison who
has choice lot Of new designs on
view.
"Towels and Bedspreads are two
special attractions offering this
week at Sachs. Compare their
prices"
Special bargains in French Chal-
lies, Organdies and Dotted Swiss at
l.. B. Kerr's, Queen street. For one
week only.
The California Fruit Market has
the choicest of ice-house goods in
storage. Telephone to 1878 for deli
cacies or staple goods.
A good shave and clean hair cut
makes a big difference in mans
looks. Call on Charley Molteno at
the European and he'll do it to your
entire satisfaction.
We will sell for cash for one
month only, So pants for SIS, $25
suits for $18. No humbug, come and
see for yourself. Medeiros & Decker,
No. IL, Hotel street.
Don't forget to call on s. e. Lucas
if you need good spectacle, to suit
your eyes. He has all kinds and all
prices, and will examine your eyes
free. Call and see him at the Love
Building on Fort Street.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1898-07-14
COFFEES

Some are cheap now. Cheap
cereal adulterated coffees are
very plentiful and are forcing
down the prices of the old
Kona product, especially the
medium and lower grades
with which they compete.
The higher grades of ISL
and coffees have declined q
little in sympathy.
Our customers are the first
to benefit by reductions.
Fine coffees are scarce and
no reductions can be made in
their prices.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1898-07-14
HoBsoN EXCHANGED.

Major General shafter Reports Gem
eral Torsps Acceptance of His
Proposition.
WASHINGTON, July 6.-The War
Department posts the following
from General Shafter:
"Adjutant General, Washington.
In camp near Santiago, July g.
1 am just in receipt OF letter from
General Toral agreeing to exchange
Hobson and his men and to make
the exchange in the morning. Yes
terday he refused my proposition to
exchange"
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1898-07-14
AGREEMENT WITH DEWEY.


tain Provision for q Protector
ate-Philippine Ports to be Free
to the Commerce Of All Civilized
Nations of the World.
New YoRK, July GA journal
special from London says: s. O. Val
des, native of the Philippines, who
was educated in Chicago and Hong
kong, has arrived in London holding
power Of attorney from Aguinaldo,
the rebel leader, to represent the
interests of the insurgents. Valdes
says before he left Manila an agree
ment had been entered into between
Admiral Dewey and Aguinaldo
concerning the future of the Philip
pines, the clauses of which, as they
stand at present, are as follows:
First-The independence Of the
Philippines shall be proclaimed.
Second-A republic will be estab-
lished and the Governor thereof
shall be designated by President
Aguinaldo, subject to the approval
Of Admiral Dewey or General Mer-
rift.
Third-This Government will re-
eognize the temporary Intervention
OF American and European commits
sioners, who are for the present to
be designated by Admiral Dewey.
Fourth-An American protector
ate over the islands shall be accept
ed on conditions identical with
those arranged for Cuba.
Fifth-All the Philippine ports
will be free 10 the commerce CT al
nations.
Sixth-Such measures regulating
Chinese immigration to be adopted
as will regulate comp etition with
native labor.
Seventh-E1isting judicial system
to be Immediately reformed, and the
administration of justice to be en-
trusted at the outset to European
official.
Eighth-Complete liberty of the
press and association to be declared.
Ninth-General religious tolera-
tion to be proclaimed, but abolition
Of monasteries and expulsion OF
Spanish priests who have carried on
a persecution in the Philippines to
be ordained.
Tenth-Measures shall be adopt
ed to promote the immediate devel-
opment of the natural resources of
the country.
Eleventh-Similar measures for
the development of roads and rail
ways.
Twelfth-Laws restricting COM
mercial undertakings and invest
ment Of foreign capital in the isl
ands to be abolished.
Thirteenth-The new government
will prevent reprisals against Span
iards and preserve order.
Fourteenth-The Spanish official
element shall be removed to some
other island until opportunity shall
arise for their return to SPAIN
S. r. Call.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1898-07-14
A FAMOUS VICTORY.
Sampson and schley Destroy the
Spanish Fleet and Capture Ad-
miral Cervera.

Spanish Fleet and Capture Ad-
miral Csrvera.
WASHINGTON, July 1.-THE follow
ing bulletin from Commodore Wat
son was received tonight:
"PLAYA DEL ESTE, July 3.-To the
Secretary of the Navy: At $3.50 a. m.
to-day the Spanish squadron, seven
in all. including one gunboat, came
out Of Santiago harbor in columns
and was totally destroyed within an
hour, excepting the Cristobal Colon,
which was chased forty-fve miles
to the westward by the commander
in-chief, the Brooklyn, the Oregon,
and the Texas, surrendering to the
Brooklyn, but was beached to pre-
vent sinking.
"None of our officers or men were
injured except on board the Brook
lyn Chief Yeoman Ellis was killed
aud one man wounded.
admiral Cervera, all the COM
handing officers, excepting of the
Oquendo, about 70 other officers and
1000 men are prisoners. About $50
were killed or drowned and 100
wounded. The latter are cared for
On the Solace and the Olivette.
"Have just arrived off Santiago on
the Marblehead to take charge,
while the commander-in-chief is
looking out for the Cristobal
Colon. WATSON"
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS.

V>HE UNDERSIGNED HAS THIS DAY
i been appointed Executor OF the last
Will and Testament OF Halo, H.. copy
whereof is annexed, of the Estate OF
Halo, k, deceased, of Waimea, Kauai,
and all creditors are hereby notified to
present their claims duly authenticated
even II the claim is secured by mortgage
or otherwise to the under named person at
his residence at Waimea, Kauai, within
six months from date or be forever barred.
And all persons indebted to, the said
estate are reqnestedsto make Immediate
payment OF said indebtedness to the un-
dersigned. .C
Dated at Waimea, Kauai, July q, 1893.
j. A. AKINA,
Executor OF the Estate Of Halo, k, de-
ceased. 93o-t oaw
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1898-07-14
Seattle Beer.

This ever popular Rainier Beer is
becoming a household word and
"will you have a glass of Seattle"
is more often heard than anything
else. The Criterion Saloon have this
beer on tap or in bottles.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1898-07-14
FOR LEASE.

EOR A LONG TERN OF YEARS.
IL The Desirable Pauoa Pasture Land
comprising about 400 Acres. About u
Acres fenced level land on good road
suitable for Dairy House and Sorghum.
The only Ranch Land adjoining Honolulu.
Reasonable Terms to responsible party.
Inspection solicited. Inquire Of
@. W. BOOTH,
9l7-H Telephone 494
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1898-07-14

RISDON IRON & LOCOMOTIVE
WORKS.
582-tf San Francisco, Cal.
The Independent. [volume] (Honolulu, H.I.) 1895-1905, 1898-07-14
FOR SALE OR LEASE.

A FIRST GLASS RESTAURANT IN A
"A good central position; thoroughly
furnished and equipped for business, and
doing good trade. il"D t- 'f
For particulars apply to
j. II. MILLS,
9l1-tf Cor. Merchant and Alakea Sts.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-11-10
Randolph Ceuter.

N. L. Boyden sold one of his fine Jerse,
bulls to }. B. Taggart OF GaysviIle las
week.
q. |. Drury of Montpelier has beer
stopping at the Randolph House the lasl
few weeks.
The Village Improvement society is &c
serve supper a. the Ladies' parIors.
Congl church, Friday evening Of this
week.
j. @. Greene OF South Randolph REPORTS
a seven days test of one OF his Jersey
cows. She gave 252 pounds and 8 ounces
OF milk and made IA pounds and s ounces
OF butter on farmers ordinary feed. IL
took about IL 1-3 pounds of milk for one
pound OF butter. This COW was bred bv
N. L. Boyden. "
w. l.. Hebard has been making exten.
sive repairs on the Randolph House and
ne Is having good trade and his CUSTOM
ers speak highly of the house. NOTHING
adds more to the prosperity OF a VILLAGE
than good hotels and we are fortunate
now In having two good ones-the MAMIE
wood ana Randolph House.
The school in No. s, Fish hill. closed
NOV: 9th. Olive and Annie Smith had No
marks during the term. Mary Larock
was absent one day on account of sick-
ness, but had no tardy marks. Ida swan
and johnnie Brown each had only one
lardy mark du ring the term.
BERNIcE FLINT, Teacher.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-11-10
HAST Randolph.

Gilbert Blsisdell, wife and SON are II
Norwich for weeks visit.
Geo. F. Lackey and wife are rejoicing
over the birth OF daughter.
Mrs. Joseph johnson went to Chicago
last Friday. where she will spend ths
winter with her daughter, Mrs. Ciars
Baldwin.
Mrs. Thomas Merrill, former resident
of this place, died at the home of her SON
Frank, In Bethel and her body was
brought here for burial last Friday, the
The two village schools are having
eleven weeks for this term, instead of te a,
thus gaining week for a vacation at
Christmas time.
The pupils OF the village school at East
Randolph will give concert in the viii
iage hall Friday evening, Nov. II, at 1880
All are invited to come. The proceeds will
go for the organ.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-11-10

Men with weakened powers and ex.
nausted vlgor have been taught to he.
ileve that such cases are homeless
They lose all ambition and give them.
selves up 10 despair. Their condition
may be the result Of habits. or iudis.
cretions, or it may be to a certain ex-
tent inherited, but there is compen-
sation in Nature and these ills are
durable. Seek DIR. Greene. 81 Tenn.
PIE Place, Boston, Mass, or write him
fuiiy. He has found the elorIous
remedies that redeem manhood and
muititudes of men testify to the won
aerfui recuperative powers of the
treatment OF this great specialist. One
d MS wonderful discoveries Is the
Forid-famed Nervura. The advice of
FOUR local doctor you have found
'aiuelesa, but the worlds foremost
physician tells you he can cure Won
M restore you to usefulness. He
VII give you advice absolutely free
M your case viii be treated with in.
lolaoie confidence. Many men have
cen victims of costly experiments
no are skeptical, but the broad state
tents OF this eminent physicion can
trusted. Think what restored VII
1lty would mean to you and hesitate
longer Write to DIR. Greene ana
cured. anu
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-11-10

BY far the most extensive and elaborate
demonstration OF cooking ever witnessed
In town was given by Mrs. Ella M. Keith
Of Worcester, Mass. in the Baptist vestry
Tuesday evening, when every seat was
taken and many remained standing the
entire evening. Mrs. Keith was enthusi-
astic In the belief that much OF the in
temperance OF today is the result OF un-
natural and poorly cooked food. She
cooked In the chatting dish, and served to
the audience German toast, creanfed oys-
tiers in biscuit baskets, Scotch woodcock
and creamed eggs, and also served wheat
shred drink. On the display table at her
left were sardipe sandwiches, prune pies,
wheat shred pudding and fruit jelly, ali
OF which were later served to the audience.
A hundred or more cook books were dis
tributed to the housekeepers present. In
her work Mrs. Keith showed the many
ways In which the shredded wheat bis
cults may be served.
Herald and news. [volume] (West Randolph, Vt.) 1878-1943, 1898-11-10
WANTED, FOR SALE, ETC.

Cottage house to rent. w. e. LAMsoN.
WANTED: Nice maple syrup. E.L.BAss
For sALE:-Household goods cheap.
ADDIE HUNT.
Scott, the tailor, repairs ladies' cloak
and jackets at short notice.
Will take students or others to board O.
room. MRS. 8. A. ROGERS.
Losr:-Brown, undressed kid glove
Finder please leave at this office.
Office newly fitted up to rent ovel
Tewksbury's store.
Mileages and t-rate tickets at Drew
Leonard's or of Mrs. H. A. Leonard.
WANTED:-Girl for general homework
Address, Lock Box 4, Randolph Center.
To RENT:-Nice tenement for small
family. tt @. L. MARTIN
Suits and overcoats to your measure, q
and upwards. tt @. B. FISH.
For SALE: A few more pigs. Best breed
in town. tt LUKE PARISH.
WANTED:-To buy old horses.
DIxJ CAMP, East Randolph, Vt.
Win buy a few good pullets at Sc. per
pound. DIX j. CAMP.
Fresh fish and oysters Tuesdays and Fri
days at Carrigan's market, under Bucks.
FOX 6ALEs-A QuhutftJ Vi Nlttn- uh1Ci
to be closed out at 75c. gallon at e. b.
Colds harness shop.
WANTED: Choice turkeys and chickens
Thursday, Nov. 18th.
e. w. TEwKsBURY q Co.
WANTED Girl for general homework;
middle-aged preferred. Address, Box 2,
Randolph, Vt. wv
WANTED:-Situatio on farm for year
for a man and wife.
CHAs. Oracle, East Braintree, vt.
NY roller mill has returned flom being
and we are all ready to do
good work quick and lot Of it..
DIX j. CAMP.
WANTED: An experienced girl or wom-
an to cook and do general homework five
IN family; good wages.
Wv VIM. II. DUBOIS, Randolph.
WANTED: A small farm near a thriv- |
ing village. Must be within two miles OF
R. X. station. Price to be low. Address |
?. o. Box 214, Randolph, vt. 6w
Mileage books on all roads, railroad |
tickets bought and sold at G. w. Hey
wards, also agent for the Acme steam
aundry OF W. r. Junction, the largest
nd best In New England. All work
AUCTION SALE We will sell fourteen
ersey and native cows, one horse, $50 blu.
I corn and some farming tools at the
fcKenstry farm between Bethel and
randolph Monday, Nov. 14th, at 10 a. m.
10 postponement on account OF weather.
JOHN WILSON AND GUY WILSON, A dmrs.
j. j. Wilson Estate.