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sition as Libra ian or Congress, had a warm
and enthusiastic reception from the members
Of his staff who looked forward with pleasure
to greeting a man eminent in his profession
and one who they had every reason to believe
would have pleasure I'm carrying out the high
ideals Of his predecessor for. while Mr.. Young
was not a librarian in the sense Mr. Putnam is.
he still had not only the highest and broadcast
ambitions for the library, but practical ideas for
its development
The officials of the library appreciate too, Mr.
Putnam's magnanmity in accepting his pres
ent Office, knowing that in doing so he re-
linquished an influential and agreeable position
to assume one at less salary that is beset with
difficulties not the least OF which is the con-
slant wrangling with Philistine Congresses over
appropriations adequate to meet the needs of
the library.
In resigning from the Boston Library Mr.
Putnam. who is a man OF high ideals evidently
took into consideration the great opportunity
accorded to him as Librarian Of Congress, and
it is not to be doubted that equipped as he is
ackno wledged to be- he will make an impression
on the Library OF Congress for all time.
Mr. Putnam like most literary men. is ex-
tremely pleasant and responsive and has the
modesty that all really eminent men possess.
He is. too, conservative. and will make no
changes in the management Of the library until
he has made thorough study Of the whole sub
jet and has come to know his subordinates APP
precating the difficulty in such a great work as
that before him of undoing mistake once
made.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-04-16
GOSSIP OF THE CAPITAL.
EENATOR DEPEw's NEW HOME, THE
FAMOUS CORCORAN HOUSE.
GENERAL TIAI.DERMAN's INVITATION TO THE
KING OF sIAM-CONGRESsMAN sTEELEs
LAW FIRM-MR PUTNAM IN THE
NATIONAL LIBRARY
NATIONAL LIBRARY.

Washington. April Ex-senator Depew has be-
come the tenant of a classic mansion, and one
that has long been a fashionable centre. 1t is a
massive building of red brick, capped with a
mansard roof. Built at the beginning of this
century after the model popular at that period.
II has the big rooms. the high ceilings and large
windows every side into which the sunlight
pours that make old fashioned houses de-
sirable. Fronting the most beautiful park in
town. Lafayette Square. across which stands
the Executive Mansion. its neighbors are the
houses of John Hay. Henry Adams, the big
yellow house once occupied by John Slidell and
the former residence of Commodore Decatur
now owned by the widow Of General Beall
Its first notable tenant Daniel Webster a
brilliant entertainer. a generous and responsive
host and one who. despite the criticism of Mr.
Fox. then British Minister lived up to the ira
ditons of his day. and made his social duties
a deep study. Subsequently this house passed
into the hands Of William W. Corcoran but was
rented during the Civil War. when the owner
was in disrepute at this capital because of his
SoutherS sympathies. to NJ. de Montholon. Min
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-04-16

lister of France, whose magnificent entertain
ments are still remembered. especially the grand
ball given by order of Louis Napoleon in 1866.
when the officers of the Army and Navy at
tended in full uniforms. and those two notable
General Williams. formerly Mrs. Stephen A.
Douglas. were present brides.
On the close of the Civil War Mr.. Corcoran
returned to his home in Washington. but with
little heart for entertaining, his wife and his
daughter. the beautiful Louise Corcoran. wife Of
young Eustis secretary to Mason and Slidell,
both having died. But he man of gem
erous impulses and hospitable nature, and there
was always a warm welcome for the friends
who called at the old homestead thoroughly
Identified with him that it will always be known
as the Corcoran house.
After Mr.. Corcoran's death his estate leased II
10 Senator Brice. The gorgeous functions
where the greatest musical talent of the world
sas brought to entertain society, the frequent
and elaborate dinners. the gay balls and
tillons make a brilliant page in the social his
tory of Washington and, except Mrs. Whitney,
no one has been more missed by society than the
Brfces Since Senator Brice's retirement the
Corcoran house has been untenanted, and that
Senator Depew whose taste for society and ac-
complishments as q host are SO well known has
taken IT is a matter for rejoicing among that
largo coterie in Washington who make society
business.
The old house. while laying no claim9 70
beauty, Is admirably arranged for entertaining,
the rooms opening into one another In such e
yay that an immense amount Of floor space Is
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-04-16

for the King of Siam. whom he considers the
flower of Asiatic rulers. One does not expect to
find in the sleepy East the talents character
foundation for some of the fairy tales written
shrewdness. but he succeeded in impressing
General Grant. who stopped at Bangkok in his
tour around the world, as a strong and unusual
man. and the general testimony Is that he Is
progressive monarch, broadminded and liberal
in his views who has introduced many reforms
in the government, practically abolishing slav-
cry diminished the taxes, applied modern
methods Of transportation, established a postal
system and has in every way endeavored to
improve the little nation over which he rules.
Chulalongkorn is without doubt the most hos
pitable King in the Orient. and endeavors to
conciliate in every way the men from abroad
who have gone on various missions TO ms capt.
tai. For Americans he has invariably shown
the greatest sympathy and friendship and he
was especially fond Of General Halderman, one
Of the most influential ENJOYS this country ever
sent to the East The General has many inter
esting stories TO tell both of the King and his
royal brothers. ,. ...
On one occasion, when he went to tho King to
ask the concession of some land upon which the
Presbyterian mission might build hospital, the
King asked the same question Mr.. WI pro-
pounded in his recent speech In Philadelphia,
which has been so widely quoted: your people
send missionaries here who denounce our gods
that we have long worshipped. and make fun
Of our religious customs; who say TO US, You are
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bad and we are good. Throw your gods away
and worship ours What would your country
men say IL we should send missionaries to con-
vert them to our belief?'
The General smiled amiably. do so by all
manner of means, Your Majesty said he.
There are many Buddhsts in our country,
many devoted followers of your belief in Bos-
ton who would welcome your ENJOYS with open
arms. 1t is a good suggestion; hope you VIII
carry it out" This hospitality on the part Of
the American Minister quite disarmed the King,
and it ended by his gaining the desired conces-
sion.
The King is n typical Oriental in appearance,
slender and dark, with almond shaped eyes.
Like all Eastern monarchs. he has a number of
wives. the first three of whom known
Fully approaching the value of Western educa-
tion he has had all of his sons carefully brought
up in Europe
George w. Steele. of Indiana. who served from
the XLVIIth to the Lth Congress- dropped out
for yew years and came back to the LIVth
and LVth may one day represent his State in
the upper house. He is Grand Army man
Of great enthusiasm. and has largely devoted
himself to pension legislation for the veterans.
Years ago he organized a law firm which be-
came more widely known than any other in the
Hooser State. II was in the town Of Marion,
where Steele still lives. His partner was Charles
w. Robb and the firm name read "Robb &
Steele" ,"-
Mr.. Putnam. who recently assumed his po-
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-04-16
A SIX-MASTED SCHOONER.
From The Kennebec Journal.


III. NJ. Bean, the well-known shipping man Of
Camden. Is advocate OF the six-masted
schooner. II has been thought that the five
master marked the limit but Mr.. Bean thinks a
six-master would be easy to handle. fast
sailer and a mOney-earner. He expects to see
just such vessel built in his yard within two
years. Such vessel would cost about S140,0D0
The six masts would be of equal length. 12I
feet each, and when all the canvas spread
there would be about thirteen thousand square
yards or enough to clOthe two thousand soldiers
I'm length she would be 32J feet over ALL AZ feet
in beam, with 22-foOt hold. Mr.. Bean argues
that if five-master can return some 20 per
cent profit to her owners in year. a six master
with q larger tonnage. running under practically
the same expense, would yield bigger percent
age Of profit. AS shown by the records of other
schconers there is possibility of her making
1SS trips year thus carrying 99,00D tons OF
coal Averaging 20 cents per ton. trimming in
cluded. the gross earnings for year would be
$50 300 20 per cent the original investment
Mr. Bean estimates the total expense at 500
leaving a profit of s41S00 or over II per cent
Insurance ON vessels averages about I per cent
and there would be left net profit Of better
than 10 per cent. Some of the Bath builders do
not take so rosy view OF the subject, and think
that the fve-master is the limit for a wooden
vessel. o.
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provided. Back Of it is large yard surrounded
by high wall. which prevents the curious
from seeing what is going on in that defect
able garden, scene of so many fetes champetres
Access to the house is through great gateway
on the side, an innovation made by Senator
Brice. who moved the entrance from the front
facade into the courtyard. Some amusing
stories were told at the time of this change of
people who lost themselves endeayoring to find
their way to the door Of the Ohio Senator's
residence. and the adoption of this European
custom occasioned. for one season at least, much
merriment.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-04-16

Mr.. X. descendant OF distir guished mem
Der Of President Lincons Cabinet, is a butter
fly Of fashion, of whom sunshine and gayety are
characteristics rather than rain and gloom. One
would never think of connecting him with any
thing tragic and solemn. Not long ago Mr.. y.
rode downtown in streetcar with the fashion
able undertaken. When his fare was asked for
he offered the conductor ten dollar bill. the
only money to be found in his pocket. which
was promptly refused.
Allow me- said the undertaken, paying the
fare
II have enjoyed my ride with you immensely"
said Mr. when he arose to go. Many thanks
for it,"
You are very welcome" replied the under
taker. and then grimly. at is not the last ride
you will take with me-
General Halderman. for many years Minister
Resident at Bangkok. has a warm admiration
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-04-16
SUCCESSFUL.

From The Detroit Free Press.
"Was that sleght- tot hand mans exhibition
successful. Nudge"
81 think so | lent him a counterfeit silver
dollar and he gave me back good one"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-04-16

General Halderman. for many years Minister
Resident at Bangkok. has a warm admiration
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03

1t took the two South Dakota coz
gressmeU a long time TO tind out where
they stood on the speakership contest.
In fact, Mr.. Burke has not found out
yet. Mr.. Gamble found out where he
stood after nearly ali the western states
had declared for Mr.. Henderson,, and but
for that he would probably not have
found out yet. there is no doubt our
congressman concluded they would be
nearer the fountain head If corporation
and Cd plta!istic influence If they attached
themselves TO AT eastern Candidates
chariot and they were 10th to give up
the ambition until the chase WAS hope
less by reason Of Mr.. Henderson's sue
cess. Mr.. Burke ought to follow Mr.
Candles example OF the eleventh hour
change Of heart and get on the HeEder-
son band wagon. That is republican
politics and craftsmanship.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03
OUR NEW CRUISERS.
Naval'Con.truction board FIN ally Agrees
on Plans.

Naval Con.truction Hoard Finally Agrees
on Plans.
NEW YORK, June "a special to The
Tribune from Washington says: Agree.
ment has finally been reached after sew.
eral months of discussion by the naval
construction board on the details of the
six fine cruisers, the Denver, the Des
Moines. tho Chattanooga, the Galveston,
the Tacoma and the Cleveland, author.
lied by congress on March 8, and Of
fetal announcements for the benefit of
ship builders will be issued in q few
days.
The approved designs contemplate
greatly improved vessels of the Raleigh
type, heavier in armament and protec-
ton, with much wider radius of action.
at a sacrifice of two knots speed, but
with added comfort for the men and
comparative independence of dry docks.
Their displacement is almost the same
as that Of the Atlanta class, but they
are to have the great advantages over
those pioneers of the new navy Of higher
freeboard and twin screws. Compared
with them. they show the marked v
luton in wal ship designing which has
taken place in IS years, and with the
increased use of electricity for auxiliary,
the sheathing of the submerged hull,
the substitution of high pressure water
tube boilers and the absence of COM
bustible materials of construction, the
new cruisers constitute a distinctly new
type in the American navy and II that
is not surpassed in any ship so far de-
signed abroad.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03
CUBAN GOVERNORS CONFER.
Brooke and Department Commander
Get Together.

Brooke and Department Commanders
Get Together.
HAVANA, June Ex-Governor General
Brooke and the governors of the mill
tary departments had q conference last
ing three hours regarding the general
situation in the island. They then had
luncheon together, after which another
two hours were occupied with q less
formal discussion. The principal topic
was how to revive agricultural life and
how to give work instead Of food to the
destitute. No definite conclusions were
reached. but the full exchange of views
will probably result in great uniformity
of administration.
The sensational rumors regarding the
health Of Gomez are entirely without
foundation. except that he has been
suffering for a day or two with q cold
and light fever.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03

Aberdeen News. l: The m~utilation Of
the remains Of American soldiers and the
i'll otrestment accorded the captured
sailors OF the Yorktown should convince
the neutrality-suspicious." of this couotry
that tie Filipinos are untitled for SELF
government.
While there may have been isolated
cases OF the above, not over-well authen-
tlcated, yet the Filipino army has con-
Quoted itself fairly we'll within civilized
lines OF warfare, and il the News will
stop to consider the example set them
for three centuries by q so-oalled civiliz.
ed nation apd the wrongs the Filip,nos
have writhed under during all thst time
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03
SEVERAL HUNDRED APPLY.
Cuban Soldiers at Mslina Seem Anxioui
to Get the o75.

Cuban Soldiers At Mslina Seem Anxious
to Get the o75.
HAVANA, June 3.-Colonel Randall,
continuing the distribution of the
American gratuity, paid So each to 176
men al Melina, this province. Fifty
applicants were rejected. either because
they had no arms, because their names
were no on the rolls. or because they
lacked proper Identification. He dis
covered that some Of the Cuban officers
who have been Directing to their men
receiving the bounty We're in the habit
Of charging s for each Identification.
This practice was promptly stopped,
but since the expose Colonel Randall
has been suspicious of most identified
tions made by officers. although when
an officer personally presents the record
Colonel Randall is virtually compelled
TO accent IL.
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and then add to that the fact Of another
civilized nation falling heir to the Spani-
ards position and trying to assert it's
sovereignty by shooting them down::'like
jack rabbits" is it to be wondered at,
looking at it from their standpoint, that
their human nature gains the ascen-
dency at times among the more degraded
and that they should avenRe their fan
cied wrongs in that way? It may not
be right, but it is natural and human,
and so fer the United States has not
given them any Christina example.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03

Aberdeen dispatch. |: Mrs. Josephine
Sweltzer, formerly Of Aberdeen, whose
husband died il st. Paul about q year
ago. has secured a judgment against the
Modern Woodmen Of America for 81
co. 20. 1t was cl .imed that her hus.
band died OF alcoholism, and the Wood.
man lodge refused to pay his life iusur-
ance to his wife. She brought suit with
the result as stated.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03
special Excursion Train.

the Chicago, Milwaukee and st. Paul
railway company will run an excursion
train. sunday, June Is, from Woonsock-
ct via Egan to Riverside Park and Sioux
City. Train leaves Woonsooket at 4 g..
m, reaching the Park at Ills q. m. and
Sioux City fifteen minutes later. Re-
turns at $50 p. "a. Tickets good for
date Of sale only. Fare from Woonsook.
ct to Howard, inclusive, $3.50; Winfred,
$40; Madison to Colman, inclusive,
1925, for tho round trip.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03

The question Cow asked Gen. OTIS by
the administrator ls, shall you need q
larger army to conquer tie FilIpinos
than the $4,000 regulars now assigned
you:' On the answer 10 this will de-
pend the ADMINISTRATORS action 10 ref
erence to calling for more volunteers.
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s.v.r.l killed Near Fontanells.

CREsroN, Ia, June 3.-News has
coached here that the storm Of Tuesday
struck the house of John Herr, a farmer
three miles southeast Of Fontanelle,
and no trace of the building a been
found. One Of Herr's sons was killed
and one fatally injured. John q. Lady.
a farmer, was found dead i'll his held
of+ar the storm.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03
DEMANDED A BIG FEE.
Onicers Compelled Soldiers to Pay
Them for Identification.

Cuban OniCers Compelled Soldiers to Pay
Them for Identification.
HAVANA, June 3.-There is much
comment here over the fact that Cuban
officers have been demanding s as COM
p~ensation for identifying Cubans who
have been applicants for the SIS allowed
by the Quilted States authorities to for
mer soldiers Of the Cuban army who
surrender their arms. A majority of
the Cubans here do not believe the
statement, thinking the story wa pre-
pared to injure them in public opinion,
but facts prove the story to be true.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03

1t was a South Dakota lady, Miss May
Rogers OF Groton, who won the first
prize-a trip through the continent OF
Europe With all expenses psid-in the
Minneapolis Journals most popular
teacher contest. South Dakotans are
winners anywhere you may put them.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03
DU PATTY DE CLAN.
Rumor That He Attempted Suicide In
Prison.


Prison.
PARIS, June 3.-The Echo de Paris
says that General Zurlinden, the mil
itary governor Of Paris, has consented
to the provisional release Of Colonel
Picquart, who is in prison on the charge
of revealing documents concerning the
national defense, on demand Of General
Marquis de Gallifet.
The Petit Kepublique has a report
that Lieutenant Colonel Du Patty de
Clam, who was arrested and sent to the
Cherchi Midi prison, has attempted to
commit suicide in prison.
Several papers announce that proceed
ings will be taken against General Mer-
cier, former minister Of war, and other
officers.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03

f. &. Collins of Aberdeen, charged
with setting fire 20 his stock lu the
Northwestern bank flock, has had q
preliminary bearing aud is held to tie
circuit court in the SUN Of 1880, a bond
which he cannot likely furnish.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03

Seventy-seven carloads Of agricultural
implements are now on the way from
the United States to the Argentine Re-
public for the; new harvest. Most of
them are harvesters and threshing ma.
Ohinoa.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03

What is Kodol Dyspepsia Cure? 1t is
the newly discovered remedy. the most
effective preparation ever devised for aid.
ing the digestion aud assimilation OF
food, and restoring the deranged diges-
tive orgr rs to a natural condition. 1t 1t
a discovery SURPRISING anything yes
known to the medical profession.
Cook & ODEE.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03

DeWitt's Little Early Risers act ms q
faultless pill should, cleansing and re.
viving the system instead OF weakening
it. They are mild and sure. small and
pleasant to take, and entirely free from
Objectionable drugs. They assist rather
than compel.
Cook &'OnEE.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03

Thomas Thurmon, deputy sheriff OF
Troy. Mo, says il everyone in the United
States should discover the virtue Of De-
Wits Witch Hazel Sslve for piles,
rectal troubles and skin diseases. the de-
maud could not be supplied.
Cook l. ODEE
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03

The Sioux Falls High school COM
mencement took place Thursday eve.
ming in the auditorium, thirty-three
young ladies and gentlemen graduating.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03
In Mad shape.

was in bad shape and suffered q great
deal with my kidneys. l was requested
to try Foley's Kidney Cure, l did so and
IN four days time l wss able to 60 back
to work again, now l am entirely we'll.
Charles Replogle, Atwster. O.
FRANK Smith.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03
1T IF nm Insane Farmer.

THoRNTowN, Ind, June IA farmer
named Ellis became insane and threw
three bows into u we'll and then at
tempted to drown himself. He was
rescued and arrested. Two of the boys
ara dead and the other will die.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03

Chas. r. Wessmar,:.2508 Ashland st.,
Evanston, ILL.,, writes: My boy "a years
old had g severe cold which refused TO
yield to any treatment until we tried
Foley's Honey and Tar which gave i'm.
mediate relief, and he was completely
cured before using one bottle. Guar.
anteed, % aud 50 cents.
FRANK Smith.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03
Mrs. MAVERICK May Ise Released.

LONDON. June a.-The Daily Chroni-
Gle that Mrs. Florence May
brick is likely to be liberated shortly as
the result Of the pressure brought to
bear by Mr.. Joseph II. Choate, United
States ambassador, in favor Of reopen
ing the case.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03

W. N. Gallagher. OF Bryan. Pa, says:
"For forty years l have tried various
cough medicines. One Minute Cough
Cure is best OF ALL" It relieves instantly
and cures all throat and lung troubles.
Cook s. ODEE.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03
Lord Kitchener Qu.rautined.

TRIESTE, Austria, June 2.-Lord
Kitchener Of Khartoum has been de-
tanned in quarantine here on board the
steamer Semiramis, from Alexandra,
where deaths from the plague have
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1899-06-03

when weak. Weary and Wasted
from kidney diseases. why not try
Foley's Kidney Cure, sguaranteed medi.
cine. 500 and 81 10 q bottle.
FRANK SMITH.