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The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1899-09-21
verbena Perfume.

Whether the eXciusivencss Of the
violet has been harped upon so much
that the flower and its perfume have
lost distinction may be a question.
There is no doubt that another bios
som and odor are grand chic In the
later summer days The verbena.
that sweet. spicy. old-fashloned CAV
den growth IL the favorlte Of the
hour With the Parisiennes There
fore. with the advance guard among
American women Of fashion. II r.
tho delightful and the proper thing
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1899-09-21

80 the Golden Tunnel the new mill
has been fully installed. and wlli
begin active operation next Monday
Everything 10 In Eooi shape at the
mine 10 handle the business ard a
large quantity OF ore IL on the dump.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1899-09-21

When Meyerbeer died. ne ordered
that his manuscripts. letters. etc.
should he made public 30 years after
his death. This should have been
done in 1894. but owing 70 quarrels
among the defendants and relatives
II has been postponed again and
again. The remains include a num-
Der of'lctters from Heine and COM
plete opera.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1899-09-21

.And IL Rockford 50 much OF an
~rsSo-1' Man. he could describe q
soerdisg house dried beef supper in
ss,rh manner that your mouth would
WeSw with pleasure"
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1899-09-21
AMusrMENT nuLLErfs.

THIRD AVENUE THEATER
iri from Chill"
SEATTLE THEATEH Boston
Lyric Opero company in "Trebl-
zonde."
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1899-09-21

WHERE is the boy but three
W feet high
Who's made Improvement more
than ?
Shake.
Large streams from little foun-
tains flow,
Tall oaks from little aeorns grow I;
Although we once were small and
young,
With judgment weak and feeble
tongue.
Yet all good business men as we
Have learned TO read their A,
b, G.
The firm Of n. n. DEARBORN &
Co
Still sell tide lots and uplands low,
Room. c. ground floor. Haller's
beehive,
Established eighteen sixty.fve.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1899-09-21

MAJ Rays statement, to the War department that the
-. w asas are rich conclusive
~ '"vsss~nea OF the prospects and as result
>ssss afs Of war which reesried BY
~ - ahesether too conservative lie discouraged the FUR
anss q rrospscsors that outside
- 80 y" indications Of deposits
Nn sh's rather pessmlsue disposition RAYS latest re-
Cape Nome depended lnaca
- - - ~ Aee existence Of god
M eaps Nome excitement star advised
asss slowly In booming the in
s '@fsc'sr Of the wood except
- sra located In extremely latitude The improbable
~ G, H'ss we're told Of by
49, unanimous statements Cape
uoa helped to strengthen the opinion that some definite
sod deposits there before general
" shs region advisable furnished this inform
go now seems to be good why Cape Nome and
country pospected
-.. should however.
ss.s many reople trying the during the
~ me same argument that advanced several mnthS $50
- ns' h~re considerable
s"s as Of The before
- y - In mnninen, freezing Tine
sS nsxanant miners there
- evsss danger sppehendea beach
wv = reluctant abandon their nasmuch the
s - pssvtar
- sassn' fuel In the
sns proeahlh-
90 80 ne horrors Of the Edmonton TRAN vii b. duplicated
- svs'yAsas~<d BY the tatai,ie, Cape
essneeFe'sy Of Alaska Of
ve1re Co. spme
eesera alea 70 eros- the summer and pa--aes IN win.
esese . vnessppsd miners Poynsi dos II xold
s sn<u~eeass that possible
Aes ~ = pry opportunler hafaeren
s - No need fear that will be speedily over
contemplate going to IN. Cap. Nome country next spring
eqne eo~ssy they take
- e viae hss Of possible
VomA ushoy IN future stricken down Win seury
- - tnoh~d for fe tina,
- Heo1 u~4 determine for him
- sAssAs - pursuit Of wealth Is worth the risks
coronotD
but also
menenee deans and the rentAs most
svs I>sesas others moderate In
arars that
%u1s6la6s IN
Un,eee checked have bad
commodities adj
d Living today consider
II taking considerations the
= adva
enlarged
here with de-
n
r>osss
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
FRENCH COMPANY's FAKE.
The Story TelegiaPhed All Over the World
That Sherman Was Dead.

Santiago. March 23.-It now turns out
respecting the unfortunate report OF
Shermau's death. which is the main
topic of conversation here. that the an
HounCement was made by the French
Gable company and the signal corps
within ten minutes Of cath other. When
Captain Leigh. the chief signal officer.
asCsrtained that the report was eTron-
eOus he Immediately communicated with
the Guantanamo station to discover
the cause Of the blunder.
Tho man in charge Of the station re-
Piled that having received n message OF
inquiry as to Sherman's health. and not
having any information himself he Wis
tied the manager Of the French Cable
company. who assured him that the re-
port 0f death was well founded. There
upon he telCEraphed a confirmation Of
the rumor. having no reason to doubt
the assurance given him. The French
Gable company's officials here claim to
know nothing regarding the matter.
Sherman's condition continues about
the same. He rested quite comfortably
throughout yesterday and IL anything is
somewhat improved. He expects to go
ON board the United States cruiser Chi
CaEo tOday
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
PORTO RICO Is PROGRESSING.
Party To BE Organized on IA Thoroughly
American Platform.

San Juan de Porto Rico, March 23.-
The leaders of the radical party have
decided to organize a republican party
in Porto Rico with a thoroughly Amer
lean platform. They will endeavor to
unite all factions. The platform will
indorse the policy of President Nc
Kinley; pledge fidelity to the American
Nag: hail the prospect of annexation to
the United States: express the belief
that the Porto Rico courts can be
trusted with the civil government or
the Island. but viii declare Il willing
ness to await the action of congress.
The platform Will also favor free suf-
frage, public schools. reform in taxa
ton, free trade with the United States,
the establishment of a gold basis for
the currency. the American system for
the judiciary. and pledge the party to
lend every effort towards civilization
and to teach the inhabitants to become
loyal to the United States
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
NEGROS IS NOT QUIET.
Report That Fighting Has Start
ed on the Island That
Surrendered.
SPANISH PLANTERS ASK FOR ARMS,

Natives Having Threatened TO Destroy
Their Property-FIve Thousand More
Soldiers for O:is-FiIipinos To BE Com
pIeteIy Subjugated Before the Rainy
Season Begins Next Month-Otis Given
Fun Discretion Regarding the Spanish
Prisoners in Filipino Hands.
New York March ga special from
Manila says: Reports Of fighting in
the Island of Negros have reached Ma
Mia. The transport Indiana is leaving
Tor Negros with one battalion of the
First California regiment, under Col.
Dubose.
A special from Iloilo says: \ scare is
reported in the Island Of Negros. Up
" ard of sixty Spanish refugee planters
lave arrived at IIoilo, and state that
q native tribe 10000 strong living on
the Montescos river. twenty miles south
Cf Bacolad. threaten To destroy the
Eaciendas and crops. They have a few
firearms, but are mostly equipped with
spears and bows. The Spaniards re-
quested arms from General Miller to
lefend themselves and Their property.
Reinforcements for Gen. Otis.
Washington. March 23.-AdditionaI
reinforcements reached General Otis at
Manila yesterday morning, as was in
dicted by the receipt os a dispatch from
General Otis saying that the transport
Sherman had just arrived with the
troops in good condition. The Sherman
followed the Grant through the Suez
canal and preceded the transport Sh ri
dan over the same route. The Sheridan
is expected to reach Manila in about
two weeks. These thret. vessels will
add about 5000 fresh regular troops
10 the military forces in the Philippine
Islands. and are expected to aid ma
ter!ally in the plans which contemplate
the complete subjUgation of the insur-
gents before the opening Of the rainy
season about the middle of April.
Dons who Are AguinaIdo's Prisoners.
New York, March GA special to
The Herald from Washington says:
Major General Otis and the other
members of the Philippine commission
viii decide whether or not the ransom
of the Spanish prisoners held by Aguin-
aldo is 70 be permitted. As result
Of representations by Ambassador Cam
bon and the NatiOnaL Red Cross, show
ing the deplorabIe condition Of the pris-
oners. General Otis viii be given power
10 act after advising with his assO-
Ciates on the commission. The presi-
dent hopes it may be found possible
10 obtain the release of the prisoners.
but Goes not wish To give General Otis
direct instructions. in view Of his for
mer objection on the ground that il
would give Aguinaldo meansr to secure
supplies. There are said to he
Z about 500 Spa nish prisoners. most of
them priests. As the FiIipinos blamed
the priests for most Of the hardships
they suffered under Spanish rule they
are particularly inhuman in their treat
ment of the churchmen."
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23

Teller of Colorado. was asked here yes
terday what in his Judgment would be
the Democratic issue in the next presi-
Dental campaign. Il think there is no
doubt" replied Teller that the Demo-
cratic PARTY viii make the financial
question the issue"
Who viii be the Democratic presi-
Dental nominee Undoubtedly Mr..
Bryan will be the choice OF his party
promptly replied the senator.
In regard to w. J. Bryan's contro-
versy with Perry Belmont Senator Tel
ler said: Il think Mir. Bryan did exactly
right in taking the position he did. Those
fellows in that organization are not
Democrats. They are Republicans mas
querading under Democratic colors.
They opposed Mr.. BTyan's election in
1856. saying his election would endan-
ger the nations welfare. ard he did per-
fectiy right in declining to accept the
invitation
Nashville. Tenn. March 23.-Hon. w.
]. Bryan was the guest of the general
assembly Of Tennessee here yesterday.
He addressed the joint assembly in the
morning, vast crowd visiting the cap
itoI in anticipa tion of the occasion.
Many were unable to sain admission to
galleries or hall, so great was the crush.
Bryan spoke at some length. Corpora
tions were referred to as the dangerous
enemy Of the farmer Those who grind
a people" he said. arg those who have
made their fortunes dishonesty"
Legislative halls were not the place to
make Democratic speech. but he could
with prOPriety refer TO the highest De
mocracy that teaches man to respect
the rights of others. Concluding he said:
1T VIII Ee a pleasure TO me to be able
To state that 1 once adressed a legisla-
ture where the members agreed with me
before 1 commenced" In the afternoon
Bryan visited the Tennessee industrial
school and at night left for birmingham.
In an interview he has said he would
read the hook Perry Belmont las sent
him and will point out some differences
hetv cen the positions he holds and those
held by Thomas jefferson"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
MARCH MARRIAGE BELLS.
Wedding of Frank c. Downs and Miss AnL a
II. DeisenrOth.

r. DeisenrOth.
Frank G. Downs and Miss Anna F..
Deisenroth were married at Z o'clock
! last evening at the residence of the
brides parents. Mr.. and Mrs. Anton
Deisenroth, 1908 Fourth avenue. The
ceremony was performed by Rev. r.
+. Sweet, rector of Trinity church,
and was witnessed by a company of
relatives William Ransom was best
man and Miss Clara Raible. of Daven-
port, maid Of honor. The wedding
march was played on the piano and
violin by Miss Ada Deisenroth and
George Stroehle. Mr.. Downs i a
conductor for the Tri-City Railway
company. He served in the late war
as member of Company A. His
worthy bride is a member of one of
the city's best known families.
Arthur Hasson and Miss Grace ia
cobs, of Davenport. were married at
the court house Yesterday by Judge
Lucian Adams.
Charl Larson, of Moline, and Miss
Betty johnson, of Davenport, were
united in marriage yesterday after
noon by Justice o. +. Cramer.
At the Swedish Lutheran church
last evening was celebrated the mar
riage of Ansgarius Anderson and Miss
Emma J.. johnson, Rev. G. f. Slatt,
the pastor. officiating in the presence
of large assem- blage of friends. a
reception at the home of Mr.. and Mrs.
Nels Swanson followed the ceremony.
Mr.. and Mrs. Anderson will 90 tc
in new home on sew
enteenth street.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
POSITION FOR FITZGIBBON.
President of Lackawanna Secures a Rock
Island Man.

Island Man.
President w. ii. Truesdale. of the
Delaware, Lackawanna IL Western,
has taken his first man from the west.
j. W. Fitzgibbon, who has been as
sistant superintendent of motive pow
er of the Rock Island roads lines
west of the Missouri river, has re-
signed to accept the position of su-
perintendent of machinery of the
Delaware, Lackawanna IL Western.
When Mr.. Truesdale left the Rock
Island last month TO take charge OF
the eastern system. it was the general
opinion that he would offer positions
to several of his old cO-oflicers on the
Rock Island. and Mr.. FitZgibbon
seems to bear out the prophecy.
w. III. Stocks left last night for Chi
cago, where today he assumed his
new duties as master mechanic of the
Illinois division of the Rock Island
road. His successor as master me-
chanic of the East Iowa division. r.
ID. Fidlar, of Harrington, Kas., has
arrived here.
The Burlington has finally absorbed
the Chicago. Burlington " Northern,
the road running from here to St.
Paul.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
THE LITERARY TOPIC CLUB
Meeting Last NIght at the Home of Mr..
and Mrs. T.. j. Meek.

and Mrs. T.. j. Meek.
The Ladies' Literary Topic club
met last night at the home of Mr..
and Mrs. f. j. Meek, 912 Seventeenth b
street. On this occasion the ladies
invited their husbands to meet with
them, and it proved a most delight
full affair, the time being given over
TO social features. Games were in
dulged, and dainty refreshments
served.
The club meets semi-monthly. Its
officers are:
President-Alrs. = Il. Hall.
Vice President-Mrs. {. +. Adams.
Secretary-Mrs. c. ii. Fitch: assist
ant secretary. Mrs. +. NJ. Sala.
Treasurer-Mrs. Fred Schroeder.
Reception Committee-Mr +. J.
Meek. Mrs. Henry Krell. Mrs. William
Bo@@ess, Miss Mulack, Mrs. Frank
Young.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23

, Under the Auspices of the Chicago Plat
form Democracy-Bryan Has Accepted
an Invitation and Others Expected Are
Pingree and AItgeId-MeetinS to Form
New Party-Telier Says Bryan said the
Right Thing to Belmont.
New York, March %. - Eugene 3.
Brewster, chairman Of the Chicago
platform Democrats dinner committee
has received a telegram from Colonel
William ]. Bryan, in which he accepts
the invitation to the dinner to be given
in this city by the Chicago platform
Democracy. Brewster. who is managing
the dinner. said last night: some CON
fusion has arisen over the names Of the
dinner. 1t was decided at first not to
call it a dinner Of Chicago platform
Democrats. because of Governor Pin
gree and others who are Republicans.
We arranged that matter in commit
tee all right. however. and sent the in
vitation in the name of the Chicago
platform people.
q PinGree and AItGeId To Re Present.
1--WE have such financial backing that
we viii be able to give 81 dinner such
as has never been held before. App,ica-
tiOns have come from places in Florida,
from Duluth and from Boston. [ wired
I heard from Mr.. Bryan tonight and
engaged it. Because of the confusion
no invitations We're sent to anybody
but Mr.. Bryan. We have learned. how
ever, from Governor Pingree MIR. Alt
geld and Chairman Jones that they
would come any day after April 10"
The promoters Of the dinner take il
for granted that Governor PinEree will
he one OF their guests. Ex-senator
IL fs- 4
the Croker banquet.
Eryan to Make "A Notable Speech.
It Is expected that Bryan Will make
notable speech stating the stand he
believes the Democratic party should
take in the national campaign of next
year. 1t is planned to have the labor
unions take very prominent part in
the dinner. which Will take place on
April 10 next.
Croker Doesn't Care to Talk.
Richard Croker said last night: Il
don't care 70 say anything about Mr..
Bryan's letter of declination. l am
sorry he cannot understand a difference
of opinion. As to the fact that he will !
go to the 81 dinner-weI. l hope he Will !
help the cause of Democracy. The more |
big dinners there are in New York the |
better for the working people"
Another New Party NIooted.
meeting of labor agitatOrS, social |
reformers. silver men and delegates |
from several bodies organized for the |
OF various kinds of social |
conditions. was held in this city yester- !
day. Rev. DR.. w. 5. Rainsford presided !
for & time. and then his place was taken |
by Cornelius l.. Baird. of Philadelphia. !
While the conference was Informal |
some of the participants have a plan !
whereby it is thought a rational party |
VIII be organized. Among those present |
were DR.. Z. r. Taylor. of Philadelphia: |
Eugene V. DeEs: Herman J. Schulters /
and \. :. Dulin. both Of washington,
and President George p. Keeney Of the /
Association Of National Silver clubs
Most of those present made speeches.
and the advisability of calling n ma
.ional conference was discussed though !
TO action was taken.
BRYAN AND FREE SILVER.
Leader and Issue Next Year.
says TeIIer-Bryan at Nashville.
Cleveland. o.. March. Ex-senator
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
BATTLE OF |LO|LO,
The Details Of a Hot Meeting
With the Rebels
March 16.
FIFTY OF THE INSURGENTS KILLED

One American Soldier Loses His Life and
Fifteen Are Wounded-SeveraI Cases of
sunstroke-sherman Continues to I'm
prove-Coi. Bryan Visiting at BIrming-
ham, AIa.-Other News by Wire.
Manila, March %, ) p. Details
of the fighting at Iloilo, March 16.
show that 400 rebel riflemen from
Pania were met by seven companies OF
the regulars and battalion of Ten
nessee volunteers, as supports. The
troops had three 2-inch HOtchkiss
guns, under Gen. Miller, north of
.Jaro, across the river. The Ameri-
cans were met with heavy fire and one
was killed and fifteen wounded OF the
18th, and there were several cases of
sunstroke. Gen. Miller estimates
that 30 rebels were killed and 100
wounded.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
Valuable Horse Put to Death.

Lexington, March 25.-The famous
thoroughbred stallion, Hanover, was
put to death today. Gangrene in the
foot made his destruction necessary.
Seventy-five thousand dollars had
been refused for him. He was the
sire of numerous famous racers.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23

PittsburE. March 23. - The proposa1
flint glass table ware combination has
practically been formed and will soon
be ready Eor business. Ninety-eigh-
per cent OF the manufacturers have
given options on their plants and there
are only two firms that have So far
refused TO enter
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
HEARING OF APPLICATION.
Injunction a Gainst the Terminal Company
Sought.

Sought.
The hearing of the bill for injunc-
ton brought by Capt. James VI.
Beardsley against the Rock Island "
Davenport Bridge and Terminal COM
pany was begun before Judge Gest
this morning. The claims are
that the city cannot grant
rights to any company in derogation
of the rights of the property owners.
The case will probably occupr the bal
ance of the week
Emma Williams has bro"-nt suit
for divorce against George \. VIII
liams. She alleges cruelty.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23

Give me a liver regulator and l
can regulate the world, said a genius.
The druggist handed him bottle of
DeWitt's Little Early Risers, the
famous little pills For sale by +. II.
Thomas, a. j. Reiss and NJ. +. Balm
sen, druggists
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
Japan Not in Love with Us.

London. March 23.-The Vienna co.,
respondent of The Times. discussing
Chinese questions. says: Lite love -
lost between Japan and the United
states. Certainly Japan is not anxious
to see the Americans obtain 4 footing
in China. particularly on account OF
Americas prCtectionist proclivities.''
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
Col. BRYAN at Birmingham.

Bir mingham. Ala, March 23.-Col.
BRYAN is spending the day in and
around Birmingham. having arrived
from Nashville this morning. This
afternoon he will hold a reception and
tonight will speak at the auditorium.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
Fire Near the President.

Thomasville, Ga. March 23.-Firc
destroyed the opera house and three
or four other buildings. The loss is
$40, 900. The Hanna cottage, where
the president is staying. is a mile
AWAY
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
sherman Continues to Improve.

Santiago de Cuba, March 23.-John
Sherman passed satisfactory night.
and is now better than.at any since ne
was taken sick. His recovery is conf
IDENTIFY expected.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
FederaIIabor Union.

The regular meeting of Federal
Labor union No. 1.O5l will be held at
the Industrial home Friday evening.
Business of importance.
GEORGE L. NIS>EN. Secretary.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
JOINS the Bicycle Trust.

Milwaukee. March %. - The \ d
Meiselhach company, of North Milwau-
kee. manufacturers of bicycles. has
Joined the bicycle trust. This makes tn.
second Wisconsin bicycle concern % en-
list in the combination. the other COM
pany being the Sterling company. OF
KenOSha
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
a Card.

We, the undersigned, do hereby
agree TO refund the money on so
cent bottle of Greene's Warranted
Syrup of Tar if it fails to cure your
cough or cold. We also guarantee q
25-cent bottle to prove satisfactory or
money refunded
HORST Won KoECKRITZ.
OTro GIOTJAN.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
More Gha.tIy ReIIcs Of Wind-or rire.

New York. March "a mum Der
of bones and n portion of a skull were
recovered from the Windsor hotel
ruins this morning.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
Ready to start Another Row.

Valparaiso. Chilli. March 23.-Cieneral
Caceres. former president of Peru. -
at africa. Chill. and threatens To at
tempt - overthrow the Peruvian gov
trnm.at at The first oppOrtuni.v.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23

Do not put ur the duty that ought
to be done TODAY. Ii vour blood i
out of order take Hoods Sarslparilla
n nrrP-
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23

w JOMEN every by troubles peculiar
symptom. These distressing sensations will keep
on coming unless properly treated.
The history of neglect faces
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23

wasted figures of nine
tenths of Our women,
every one of whom may
receive the invaluable ad-
vice of Mrs. Pinkham,
without charge, by writing
to her at Lynn, Mass.
Miss LULA EVANS. of
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1899-03-23
Illinois Legislative Proceedings.

Springfield Ills. March 23.-The SEN
ate yesterday confirmed the appoint
ments of Henry II. Kohn. of Anna,
trustee for the Southern Illinois In
sane hospital. and Charles V. Chandler.
of MaComb. and William .. Wright of
FreepOrt. trustees of the Soldiers and
Sailors Orphans home; also the new
members of the pharmacy board. The
bill requiring tramps toregister intowns
they pass through was passed. The
house amendments to the pawners' So
Cieties bill were agreed to. The house
advanced to third reading the bill ap-
propriating $25, 600 for a corn exhibit at
the Paris eXnositinm.