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Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07
THE PRESIDENTS MESSAGE,

The President, after properly mourn
ing the death Of the Vice President.
rushes into discussion Of the peace
and prosperity" with which we are
blessed. He then gives his views upon
several subjects now agitating the
country.
The message as an GRAFTON is sue
cess from the Republican party stand
point, but as paper Of advice will not
aid Congress to any great extent.
E There Is considerable talk upon the
subject Of increased exports and i'm
ports, but the President does not recon
Gle the recent money contraction, which
threatens to injure the trade of the
country, on account Of scarcity Of
ready funds
The President, with true, Mark Han
ma style, discusses combinations of
capital and trusts, but significantly
odds that the industrial Commission
has not yet made Its report upon the
subject though diligently engaged "in-
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

;Yestiga TIM US The probabi Ties are that
Congress Will have $ safely adj burned
before IT. does report,
a., The Preside emit follows Mr.. Harrison,
sprcferring not to be original, and then
lays down this important subject by
soying "the States should protect them
selves 81 ~ ~ VI
The message will be historical in one
event If for no other. The President
recommends that the Secretary OF the
Treasury be empowered to issue all the
bonds necessary to keep up the parity
between "gold and silver" Few per-
sons will need to have their memories
assisted in regard to the Cleveland
bond issues, .aggregating many millions.
1t means an issue of bonds upon an
endless chain system, for as soon as the
gold ispaid in, 1t is again paid out.
The President wants junketing tour
arranged to China. and favors the
Isthmus Canal, but he allows himself
to grow humorous regarding Germany,
by speaking of our most cordial rela-
tons, :" and then suggesting. "but the
several governments Of the German
Empire seem reluctant to admit the
NATURAL EXCELLENCE of our food
productions" Those unfortunates have
evidently been tasting Alger beef.
Out Of the mist of words concerning
Cuba may be gathered the fact that
the President reluctantly sees the end
Of office-holding in Cuba, Cuba will be
free.
The message offers the enemies Of
the administration an excellent oppor-
tunity for offensive work Though he
mourns the lynching OF Italians and re-
grets the negro mob custom. he defends
not his slaye treaty in the Sulu Islands.
The message showed that the COM
missioners to The Hague Peace Con-
ference tied string to their agreement
for peace.
The President wakes up finally to the
responsibilities of Congress. and be-
labors that erudite body with beautiful
rhetoric.
The President recommends another
persion for widows. This means more
votes in Ohio, and that not q Congress-
man would dare oppose any measure
with the word pension" in it.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07
MORE MONEY DID 1T.

(Raleigh, N. c., News and Observer.)
A correspondent Of the Springfield
Republican calls attention In strik-
ing way to a fact we have presented
more than once to-wit, that the revival
OF business is due largely to the in
crease in the production of gold. 1t
demonstrates that the Democrats in
1896 were right in demanding more pri-
mary money. We quote:
1.-The Democrats demand more mon
ey and higher commodity and labor
prices; the Republicans said, not mon
ey, but a one-hundred-cent dollar; not
higher prices, but stable prices. But
what has happened? God, to defeat Sa-
tan's pet proposition, cornered dol
lar, has directed men to the bowels
of the earth. where gold was on de-
posit and they have brought forth
moro yellow dirt in the last three years
than the Democrats hoped to see come
of both gold and silver, SO that in
spite Of Shylocks wish and design. we
have had more money, and, as twas
foretold, we have had rising prices
(not altogether due to the increase Of
the gold output. 1t is true. but largely
SOY, labor is more fully employed and
better paid. and the Republican poll
ticians are bowling; BEHOLD our prom
ised prosperity" BUT THEY FAIL TO
ADD, MADE MAINLY ON THE
DEMOCRATIC FORMULA OF
THREE YEARS ACC"
This Is a statement of the case that
will confound the gold h,,1s from Han,
ma to Wittkowsky,
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07
CONGRESSMAN ROBERTS.

From present indications there can be
but little doubt that Congress will re-
quire Mr.. Roberts to give up few Of
his wives before he becomes n member
of even that body.
The most stringent action Is neces-
sary in this case. Mr.. Roberts cannot
violate the laws of this country under
the cloak of religious belief
The question of Mormanlsm has made
q big record in the history of the erst-
while Territory of Utah. The peerless
John Randolph Tucker has added to
the orations of the world some Of its
brightest gems in argument of this
matter. Reference to any one of his
speeches throws sufficient light to
create profound hatred and disgust OF
any follower of polyGomy, instead of
stirring the remotest sympathy for one
oppressed on account Of his religious
belief.
Congress almost stamped out the evil,
but Mr.. Roberts holder than his breth-
rem, has held fast to his idol 1t is
high time that an example be made Of
him. first by refusing admittance to
the House, and, secondly, by subjecting
him to second punishment Che having
already been once convlcted) for the
crime he Is committing.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

1t appears that the Standard Oil Co.
is so-called because 1T commands the
stars and stripes, once the standard Of
the United States. On the requisition
of the Republican Governor Of the
State of Idaho, the war department.
some months ago invaded that State
anu arrested over one-hundred miners
at Wardner, where they are still held
prisoners under guard Of U. S. troops.
Secretary Root, not understanding why
our Federal soldiers should be employ
ed in guarding citizens, or inhabitants
of State so long. recently wrote to
the Governor, requesting that the
troops be relieved by State guard,
civil or military, or some good reason
given to the contrary.
The reply of the Governor Is that the
U. s. soldiers are still needed at Ward
ner, that the prisoners have not been
indicted nor tried because they were
NOT TAKEN UP ON WARRANTS.
but, as he says:
THESE MEN tthe prisoners) HAVE
NOT BEEN HELD UNDER OR by
REASON OF INDICTMENTS UPON
THE PART OF THE STATE, BUT
BECAUSE THEY WE'RE MEN
WHOM WE COULD NOT PERMIT
TO BE AT LARGO UNDER THE
PRESENT CONDITION OF AFFAIRS
IN THAT SECTION"
And this administration Is RESPONSE
bic for condition Of things that Rus
sin would NOT n tfemnt outside of Siha-
ria! Idaho is one OF the United States.
and yet these men at Wardner. at the
sweet will of the Governor, aided by
u. S. troops under orders of Mckinley,
"BECAUSE THEY WERE MEN
WHOM WE COULD NOT PERMIT
TO Re AT LARGE" 1t is said that
Hanna and the Standard Oil Co, hav-
ing interests near Wardner, have issued
"lettres de cachet" against the priso-
ners. And this is American freedom un-
der Mckinley imperialism!
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07
TWELVE PAGES
THURSDAY. DECEMBER 4. 1899.
SOME LAWMAKERS.

Mt Is remarkable how private inter-
ests gctgmlxed up with public business.
How Legislators and Councilmen, en-
taken, of the trust reposed IN them, and
of their plain duty, will be guilty of the
most open and fragrant jobbery.
They go about 1t in such way as
TO leave a record behind them, and
trail whereby their steps, one by one,
may be followed; and yet. like the
ostrich with his head in the sand, they
s imagine no one sees them.
They RECOMMEND and vote for meas
urcs that are so plainly against the
citys interest, that wayfaring man,
though he be a fool, could not err in
his diagnosis. They deliberately be-
come interested in measures upon
which they must vote. and then vote
for their own pockets.
or course there are no such people
7 in our own midst, and we therefore feel
the greater freedom In speaking out;
knowing that no one could have his
feelings hurt.
of such men. For, sad though 1t be-
there nre men who hold themselves way
up in the community, that concoct such
plans and make 1t possible through the
ill-gotten votes of these legislators that
money can be had.
as remarkable as 1t may appear.
there are regularly organized cliNues,
= tee IT, 10. In 1,ot
systematically "bleed" every quasi pub
lie corporation, or individuals doing
business with cities.
No contract with very rare excep-
tion) can be made with a city. except
by giving these '1eeches", rake off, -
It Is next to impossible to contract with
a city, without providing commits
sion" for these people. In some In
stances, the Lenders" get the lion
share; fwhile in others there is fair
dizzy.
People Though tax-payers) little
know the evils that beset persons who
desire to do business with cities. They
can hardly be honest. If they would.
These characters live by such 'commis-
sions."
1t would be rich reading, and would
astound business men. If they only
knew the manner in which contracts
are made, The day ia not far distant
when some 'too-much-ridden" con-
tractor will turn upon his pursuers, and
turn States evidence. 1t would be q
rare old day for some people; but 1t
would give the Taxpayers some infor-
nation that would enlighten them.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES ] \
It's Wonderful How. Quickly Deaf
ness IS Improves under Pneumo-
Massage.

A prominent Church street merchant
tells how 1T CURED HIM OF CA
TARRH AND DEAFNESS. , ~
"Being constant smoker was troubled
badly with CATARRII OF THE NOSE
AND THROAT, WHICH CAUSED MY
BREATH TO SMELL VERY BADLY.
and NOSE ALWAYS STOPPED up SO
that I could hardly breathe and when
sleeping would choke.
In the morning owoke withA. BIT
TER TASTE IN MY MOUTH. IL WAS
ALI. THE TIME HAWKING AND SPIT
ING. did nothing for the CATARRH
UNTIL MY HEARING BECAME AT
FECTED In my, left car. COULD
HEAR NOTHING WITH IT WHEN
USING TIE PHONE. Several Of my
employees having been cured by DIR.
FIREY 1 consulted him and after several
months eatment FIND MYSELF EN-
TIRELY WE'LL AND MY HEARING AS
GOOD AS EVER.
A. A. STOLTZ,
Member of firm of r. H Stoltz 6 Co..
Furniture Dealers. No. 1872 Church street
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

Bismarck's famous example of secret
treaties Is being widely followed, with
impressive effect.-N. Y. Tribune.
But what has the United States Sem
ate to say about It? Where are it's "ad-
vice and consent" or are these to be
dispensed with, by Mckinley and Hay
in dealing with England and promoting
Imperialism we would like to know,
you know.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07


Is Is a4 false cry that 81 lvet would
check business and diminish proeperi-
sty. by @disturbing conf dence e There
is und ubtedly q strong financial CON
spiracy 4 against silver. q gninst every
real increase OF currency that would
reach and relieve the people who need
more money. and in favor OF bank
notes and gold as exclusive money
not excepting the Greenbacks and other
Treasury legal-tenders. But IL a thou
sand millions of gold added to our
money-capital would do good. so would
the same sum in silver (remonetized)
do more good. as. In dollars. 1t can per-
colate to lower and wider levels than
gold, whose least coin or certificate is
$3.50, and chiefly In coins and certifl-
Gates of $40. The money-trust and
money-speculators In London New
York and elsewhere are rejoicing in the
Transvaal war. as 1t lowers the great
gold-output, and the same Influences
would operate against silver fercely;
but its benefits to the people would be
so great and obvious as to readily oyer
come all opposition and obstruction
from mere money-mongers.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

Some curious people will want to
know how politicians get rich without
any visable means of support.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

Those birdsnests and hayseed found
by the Light Committee in the lamps
ought to be utilized
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

A general suspension of business is
now in order that due regard may be
paid the Presidents message.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

The present Councils. having taxed
everything else. should not Sigh,
"spooning''
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

Trckery works sometimes. but-bu
then there are other times -.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

We haven't dropped that "balance
sheet" yet.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

Found-s1,4oO worth of water-pipe
Owner can obtain same by applying at
this office for particulars
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

. The President had word or .tw
about his rival, Aguinaldo.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

The Light Committee does not seem
anxious to throw much light.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

In the meantime, we are grateful not
to have to stamp our love letters.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

In the meantime none OF the office
holders are falling over themselves II
advocacy Of having vouchers display
ed"
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

The President. having relieved his
mind, is to be congratulated.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

The peoples money don't seem to
count for much in this Council.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

Richmond is now the Mecca" of pol
iticlans.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

Blessed is he who expects little of the
Legislature.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

If hotel proprietors had a suspicion of
what they lose by tipping" walters
and other servants who serve their
guests. they would sternly abolish it.
1t is not a voluntary gratuity. but a
forced levy. The servant accustomed
to tips must have them, or he will make
the guest feel his displeasure by tone
and manner, and often positive neg
lect. that no man can abide. He must
pay the assessment. or leave the hotel
for clearinghouse where the ser
wants are content with their wages.
The hotels who enforce reform in this
matter will deserve we'll of the public
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07


Some journals and people are bellev-
Ing that the Australian system of vot-
ing prevents bribery and the buying Of
votes ut elections. It is doubtless
check onSthis business. as 1t raises a
doubt. after all, as to how the vote
bought, or bribed, may be cast But
there is such a thing as honor among
thieves" and it Is much relied on in
elections. where numerous means are
employed to bind the purchased voter
to his bargain.
There is like ground for the same
doubts about the efficacy of the Austria
liam ballot to protect the Independence
of the voter from the intimidator and
bulldozer. If q man is weak enough to
be forced to vote contrary to his wishes,
he Is likely to promise OF pledge his
vote. and vote accordingly, for all the
safeguards afforded him and his ballot.
The only reliable things against bribery
and intimidation are honesty and pluck.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07
N0TE- ANl, 0pINlO Ms.

There is a war in the Philippines!
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

In order to AVOID delays. on account of
personal absence letters and all comlnu-
nications for The VIRGINIAN-PILOT
should not be addressed to any Individual
connected with the office. but simply to
The VIRGINIAN AND PILOT PUB
LISTING COMPANY.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-12-07

No employee of the virgin.an-Pilot Pub
any obligation In the name Of the COM
pany. or to make purchases In the name
Of the same, except upon orders signed by
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28
Must Be Good,

The Empire Comedy Co. which
will be here in February, has met
with such success that it has been re-
engaged bota at St. Cloud and Will
mar. The St. Cloud Journal Press
says:
ct is only stating truth to say that
no repertoire company presenting
standard dramas at popular prices
has ever given a more satisfactory
performance here than did the En-
pire Comedy Company at the David
son last evening. The house was
we'll filed by eight o'clock, the lower
parts of the theatre being entirely
taken, The prices of admission were
placed at very low figure and no one
has any right TO complain; in fact the
performance merited far more libersl
patronage than any of higher at
fractions that have filled dates at this
theatre since it was opened. The
company is we'll balanced and gave a
good, clean performance from start to
finish
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28
HISS ErIMA McCABE
Died Last Tuesday of Consumption
After a Lingering Illness.

The death of Miss Emma McCabe
at the home of E. 7. Watson last
Tuesday morning was adeepfelt loss
tofher many friends in thisj city and
the occasion of much regret from the
fact that the house being in quaran-
tine,n public funeral was permitted.
For the past three years, though con-
slant sufferer, Miss McCabe has
gained many devoted friends here
among people whose regard goes out
to those OF fine sensibilities and high
character. Such a one was the de-
ceased.
Miss Emma McCabe :, was born
March II, 1850, at Philadelphia. She
moved with her parents to St, Paul in
'55. and in sc went to live with her
sister, Mrs. E. P. Watson, at Red
Wing, Here she was educated, later
taking courses at Carleton College at
Mortified and at the Winona Normal
school, In her professional work as
teacher she was eminently successful,
for she taught for eleven years in Red
Wing and then removed to Mortified
where as principal of the Longfellow
school eight years, she was the idol
her pupils and was most highly re-
spected by the people of the commu-
nifty. In June, '96 Miss McCabe came
to Morris, quite broken down with the
irroads of consumption. Since that
time she has been gradually failing.
Deceased was devoted Christian,
having been converted and joined the
NJ. E. church at Red Wing in 1868
AS the closing scene of a Christian
life, bespeaking resignation and faith,
she partook Of the sacrament of the
Lords Supper on Sunday, Jan. Is, in
company with few friends.
Miss McCabe leaves besides Mrs.
Watson three sisters and a
brother living in the twin cities. AS
before noted the funeral was private,
Rev. Willett officiating.
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28
A FURTHER RESOLUTION.
Diphtheria A gain.

Three cases of sickness, the cul-
lures from which have shown diph-
liberia bacilli, are reported this week
Miss Adelaide Der was taken sick last
week and removed from the Hotel
Morris to rooms over Stebbins store
The case is not severe.
Miss Mabel Watson was also taken
sick last week, but she was supposed
to have la grippe until the return
from the culture showed it to be
diphtheria.
Another light case is reported
from the family of A. A. Stone, his
son Ralph being taken this time.
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28
Personal PICk-uPS.
Little Items of Interest About Morris
People.

Little Items OF Interest ABOUT MOTIFS
People.
Louis Thoele was in ST. Paul this
week.
Waters Wells was down from
Herman Sunday.
Mr.and Mrs. S. Stewart are spend
| ing the week in the cities.
Frank Collins returned last week
from his trip to the south.
VIM. G Bicknell spent the week in
the cities returning today.
S. A. Flaherty was up from Litch-
field yesterday on business.
S. F. Leavitt, of Litchfeld, is visit
ing his sister Mrs. T. M. Lowater.
Rev. s. Ellery, former M. E. pas
tor now located at Marshall visited
old friends here this week
Mrs. E. P. Rutter accompanied her
aunt Mrs, W. Fox, on return visit to
the latter's home at Amery, Wis.
DR.. E. w. Young went to Barrett
the first of the week in order to move
his household goods and family.
DR.. C. E. Game has been to Elbow
Lake twice this week to attend Mrs.
Game, who is sick with la grippe.
J. D. Gillespie returned from Chi
cago Saturday having completed his
course in embalming and passed the
examinations.
Mr.. and Mrs. G. F. Wyvell returned
from their southern trip last week
and visited here preparatory to TAX
ing up their home at Glenwood.
Arthur Flatner, the accommodate
ing drug clerk at j. r. Krueger's
drug store, has gone to Minneapolis
for a three months pharmacy course.
County Auditor Spur is in St.
Paul this week attending the state
meeting of the county auditors of the
state who are lobbying the legisla-
ture for four years term.
First Lieut.. Mcmillan, of Co. B, St.
Paul, has been a regular attendant at
Co. drills this week. He says the
Morris boys are much farther along
with the drill than his own or other
st. Paul companies.
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28

The Herman Enterprise thinks
that the refusal of Pres. Hill. of the
Great Northern, to sign the water
contract with this village can be
traced to the burning of the day
coach here a few days before. The
theory is all right but the facts don't
bear it out. A crew of men were al
ready at work on the Great North
ern we'll when the day coach burned.
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28
New Year Resolutions.
Josh Billings.


That wont borry nor lend espec-
tally lend.
That will liv within MI inkum. if i
hav to get trusted tew do it.
That won't advise emmy boldly I'M
til kno the kind of advise they are
anxious tew follow.
That wont eat emmy more chicken
soup with one tined fork.
That poverty may be blessing,
but if it il, it il a blessing in dis
guise.
That will laff every good chance
git, whether it makes me gro phatt
or not.
A FURTHER RESOLUTION.
That l will act the part of wisdom
and get the Household and The TRI-
BUNE both for one year for $3.50
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28

The infant son of Mr.. and Mrs.
Van Horn, of the town of Rendsville.
died of pneumonia last Sunday, the
funeral being h cid on Monday. The
sympathy OF a laage circle of ac-
ouaintances is extended to the be-
Teaged parents.
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28
noney! Money!

Plenty of money to loan on farms
at per cent. interest on ten years
time, Interest payable once each
year, privilege of paving on or be-
fore given. CHAs. T. GRACE,
Office with r. III. Grace,
Attorney at Law.
Morris, MINI.
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28

A. g. Baugh, of Albert Lea, has
gone to Hancock with the view of
starting a newspaper there and has
secured location. This may result
in Joe administers staying away, as
the place will not support two jour
nails in luxury Benson Times.
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28

The chicken pie supper given by
the Morris Missionary Union at the
home of Mrs. G. L. Shelley promised
to be we'll attended and successful
financially. Thanks are due especial
" to Mrs. Shelley and Miss Shelley
for the interest they have taken in
making the gathering a success.
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28

This essay on Heads" is ac-
credited to an eight-year-old boy:
There's lot of kinds of heds-red
beds, wooden beds, soft heds, cabbage
beds ,bawld beds and SO 4th. Pas
got one, it's bawld; ma she's long
heed and pa, he's bull-heded; but
I'm red-heded and leyel-hsded, too.
The smart end of boy is he'd, except
when he gets spanked, but the smart
end of bee is not there no.
Pa says if Teller has he'd he will
get he'd in the world. but | don't
want no he'd like he gets when he
gets out with the boys"
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28

seIf" woman ever gets so "homely"
she isn't worth, looking at, she'd bet
ter take Rocky Mountain Tea.
Brings back the bloom of youth.
35 cents. Hulburd e. johnson.
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28

Supt. Ross has been making every
every effort to keep the schools from
becoming disorganized during the
past two weeks. He last week taught
Miss Colyer's classes during the lat
ter's sickness and this week shared
with Mrs. L. G. Spooner the work OF
conducting Miss Torpey's room. be-
sides carrying on all of his own work
Miss Watson's room has been I'M
avoidably closed.
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28

There we're 2l,6O0 acres of Stevens
county real estate transferred dur
ing the month of December, the
consideration for the same being
S24L, 500, or an average of $11.lo per
acre.
Morris tribune., 1899-01-28

For clear skin, clear all the way
through, transparent enough to let
sunshine, rosy cheeks show through
take Rocky Mountain Tea. HUI
burd e. johnson.