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Evening star., 1899-07-06

pa I'd NV, Or. 80. 90
407 1st NV, Tor, ami. .27.5o
$40 22d NV Or, ami. .2o.5O
BOG p NV, 6r. .1G. so
!. BRADLEY, 1903 f st. .
800 l ne. store. Or. .I7.50
1422 Sth NV, Or. IA. 80
1918 N Cap, Or. .14.o0
IS Patterson ne, Or. . 1850
2106 e NV. Or. . 1880
NEW FLATS t4lO-42O
11th northeastl.
RUST. Cos 14th st. NV.
i62s Whitney av, Or. 400
1910 Gales ne, Or. .11.5O
Cottage, Lanier Hts. 500
Once rms, 1404 Pa ave.
Brookland houses.
l. ES. AND LOAN CO.,
sts. NV.
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FOR SALE-LOTS.

FOR SALE = NEAR 14TH ST, COLUMBIA
Heishts, lot; south front; % 5Oxli5, with
alley rear. 81 ft
jy6-3t WM. Ii. SAUNDERS g. CO.. I4o7 f St
FOR SALE-THE CHEAPEST LOT N WASH
1ngton corner of l4th ST. and Howard ave, Mt.
Pleasant; 50 feet on Howard ave. and 139 on
14th st; 1858 square feet: 50 cents per 50. foot
If sold this week; only 81 $40 cash required This
is beautiful c; having a southern and an eastern
exposure; suitable fer either d fine residence or
business purposes. Ii. H. TWOMBLY & son,
jy6-3t 6I2 l4th 81 N w
FOR SALE-A BROOKLAND D. C., LOT Ar A
great sacrifice. COLLINS & GADDIS, 5I1 IIth
81 NV jy5-6t
FOR SALE-BLOOMINGDALEL LOTS-ON NORTH
Capitol, X, 5 and SITS. NV; underground cleo
tric r9llroai runs through this property giyfn.
quick transit TO Treasury Dept and ali business
eenfers; being In the mile limit saloons are al
lowed: most desirable section for homes For
piats : nd prices apply to JOSEPH PAUL,
Je~1-~W SO2 L st. NV.
FOR SALE-LoT II, SO. 152, ON ST. BET. N.
D. ave and 18th ST. NV: south front; 231a IT.
oy ei1a IT depth 10 alley; surrounded by beauti-
ful residences. Apply TO owner. 51o 5th st. NV.
1e2-tf
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FOR RENTAFLATS.

FOR RENT-THE BEST FLATS IN THE CITY
Tor the money. at 1907 7th st. NV, just above
2 ST.. and the best arranged aud most modern
apartments In this sestisA of the city, for rent
lain tub. cabinet lhAntets handsome papering.
gas ranges steam heat; hot water furnished to
ianitor i Open for inspeeflon. Call at office for
je13-tf B. F.. SAUL. 7th and L SITS. NV.
FOR RENT-FLAT-FINE, O. ROOMS; SOUTHERN
exposure; I'd floor; steam heat; II minutes of
treasury; elevated stte; $25. THE BERWICK,
18th and Park SITS. apS-tf
Evening star., 1899-07-06
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS..

Advertisements for situations will
be inserted at the rate of cent
per word per Insertion, the min mi m
charge being Is cents. Advertise
ments may be 6led at any Postal
Telegraph Office In Washington or
sent through the medium of the
Postal Telegraph messenger system
at regular advertising rates.
Evening star., 1899-07-06

27.50.1fO5 18th NV store
SIS. so. 1922 Kingnlan pl, 7r
$50. $40 b NV. store
$50. .l410 Col st. Sr
$50. =. .1401h 14th NV, Or
$3.50. .307 K INV, Sr
$50. .0. 1412 1lth Iw, Tor
$32.50. .1S06 Riggs st, 9r
$35. 35. 10 4th Sc, Sr
$3.50. .lS09 Riggs st, Sr
S35. 40. .206 n J ay se. Tor
$36. so. 800 9th NV, Or
Sdl 81. ..l3l6 10th NV, 7r
$40. .l206 q NV, 6r
$40. The Milton, apt
$40. .....1 Cambridge, Ar
/. $40. 80. .IoO3 n II av. Or
$40. 80. :. .2l03 o NV, 1Or
S45. The kensington, apis
$45 .TheLeamington, apis
5000. .7e9 Sth NV, I2r
S45-55. Sly 18th NV, ar
$i5. 60. .9VS NJ NV, 1Or
$45. .65. 221l Wash elf, lur
$3.50. .10O7 Goth NV, 1or
$50. 1886 18th NV, 13r
500. 1878 Roanoke NV, yr
$50. .432 9th NV, up'r flr
800. i5. .1i14 Hopkins. lOr
$50. 60. lab n NV, 11r
$50. 20. 1917 X NV, 1Or
sol so. .1016 I'D NV, Or
$50. .1006 E Cap, 12r
5000. 1917 Coi'bia av, 9r
$50. 10. 1923 X NV, 1ir
$50. .......16l6 5 NV, Tor
$50. .73u 9th NV, I2r
S75. N II av. furnished
Sf5........923 G NV. I2r
500. @ ST NV, fur, l3r
S2UO. X st NV. furnished
El1 b NV. Offices
RNER & CO.. 9l6 L ST.
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FOR NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.

FOR RENT-REMINGTON TYPEWRITERS AT
THE REMINGTON OFFICE; modern machine;
perfect condition guaranteed; with stand; deliv-
eTed free IN city; one month applies on purchase
OF new when directly following rental.
WYCkOFF. SEAMANS & BENEDICT.
de19-f Cor. Stb and 4 SITS. NV,
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FEMALE.

WANTED - BY SETTLED COI.ORED lady
pla'e tu away for the summer and uurs, cbiI,
dren: best city reference 915 11th st NV
Evening star., 1899-07-06

FOR RENT
1904 10Th st NV,
Tor, ami. .......$6 90
1913 Lyd'ker av, 10r. 81 so
l2O5 Lydecker ay, Or,
aiut. ............ JU.OU
jess, tu&th ROBERT ]
FOR RENT-1O2s VT av,
lar, fur or unfur.
l145 22d NV. Or. .S3T 30
1898 VT av, 7r. 80. 90
1920 kingman. Sr. .2S. 90
800 f ne, store. Or. %. 90
628 Goth NV, 6r. .20. so
je16-tf H. L.
FOR RENT
931 R I av NV, 10r. S37 80
Lanier Hts, Or, ami So. 90
Store TAO 10th NV 80. 90
22o9 14th NV, Sr. .25. 80
THE McIIACHIE EN- RE.
Evening star., 1899-07-06

euth applicatlon ShOuiu NOT he granted. This
tice shall be published in The Washington Law Re
porter and Evening Star once In each VI three sue
cesslye weeks before the return day therein
tloned-the first publication TO be lees than
thirty days before said return day BY the Court
A. Z. BRADLEY, Justice. Attest: j. NDTA Nc
GILL, Register Of Wills. JOHN d. LARNEIi Al
torney for Applicant. Je29-Iaw3t
Evening star., 1899-07-06

FOR SAlE-I CAN SELL 1i5 TTH ST NE FOR
s+iSo. annual rental, $3.50; pressed brick. bay
Mlhdow 'front.' Z rooms. bath, cellar; long yard
Jy6-Iw ALIEN c CLARK anh Z ~ nv
Evening star., 1899-07-06
WANTED-HELP.

Advertisements under the classin-
cation of Wanted Help Will be IN
srrtcd Mt the rate of one cent per
word per insertion. the minimum
charge being Is cents. Advertise
ments may be filed Mt any Postal
Telegraph Office in Washington or
sent through the medium OF the
Postal Telegraph messenger system
at regular advertising rates.
Evening star., 1899-07-06

NA\TFl-EY YOUNG WHIT. ADY. PIACF, TO
Boy - Stlr Office
Evening star., 1899-07-06
ROOMS AND BOARD.

THE BURTON, POT, 2o9. 211 f. CAPITOL ST
Nicely fur. rooms, with good table; square
from Capitol four doors from new library; per-
manent and transient guests je1T-1Sta
THE LITCHFIELD, 906-91O 14TH ST. NV,
op. Franklin Park-Wil remain open all summer.
Excellent cuisine. Dining room cooled by electric
fans. few choice rooms vacant. Summer rates.
je13-1ms-4
Evening star., 1899-07-06

Advertisements under the classih-
cation of Wanted Help will be IN
serted at the rate of one cent per
word per insertion, the minimum
charge being 10 cents. AdVertise-
ments may be filed mt any Postal
telegraph office in Washington or
sent through the medium OF the
Postal Telegraph messenger system
at REGULAR advertising rates.
Evening star., 1899-07-06
SUBURBAN PROPERTY.

FOR RENT FURNISHED HOUSE IN CLEvE-
land Park. for July. Aug and Sept. we'll furnish
ed; well located and very desirable; II rooms
and all mod. imps. Apply WESCOTT Il WILL
cox, 1897 Pa. jy6}t
Evening star., 1899-07-06
FOR RENT-OFFICES.
FOR RENT-STORES.
FOR RENT-STABLES.

FOR RENT-FROM JUNE 1, LARGE 3-STORY
stable 80 stalls carriage elevator and full equip
ment; in rear 923 and 925 st. Can be
used for storage Inquire at $50 La. ave. my3-tf
Evening star., 1899-07-06

WANTED By \ RESPECTABLE COIORFD WO-
man. place irst-Class chainhernafd and wait
TesS or %eneral work for snail family. 1857
18th a. w.
Evening star., 1899-07-06

FOR SALE-Sl 500 CASH WILL BUY EQUITY
1870 acres, 1la miles from Kensington electric
y mile front 9Th st. pike and h mile front
country road; farm and improvements cost 500
900; will be sacrificed to close estate at
S2OOoU ABRAHAM FISHER, 512 Il NV. ty6-3s
Evening star., 1899-07-06

FOR RENT-OR SALE-0-ROOM HOUSE, BARN,
large orchard shade trees and 30 acres, ON elec-
tric road between Washington and Falls Church.
ar Balston. for $50 per month. Also building
lots for sale, 15O feet by 25 feet at Ballston.
Price. SlUo each; terms $5 down, balance 81 per
week. j. E. CLEMENTS,
~ Of
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WANTED-ROOMS.
WANTED-LOTS.

WANTED-FPoM OWNER, LOT IN NV FOR
builder, in exchange for Improved property in
best section.
je1s-1m. NJ. T. CoCKEY e15 14th ST. NV
Evening star., 1899-07-06

FOR SALES ACRES. 7TH ST. PIKE NEAR
Silver Springs electric cars pass; has been held
at $500 per acre; will he sold 20 close estate
$225. ABRAHAM FISHER, 512 f. NV. jy63t+
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27
AUBURN DEFEATS CONY.
She Takes the Second Game on the AUGUSTA
Grounds. Friday.


There seems to be a difference o,
opinion regarding the loss of the game
but at any rate it was lost. and if was
q pity. for everyone thought we had
the Auburn team up to the eighth in
ming. Then they with three single hits
one of which was a case of confusion
on the part of three players as to who
should take it, made two runs and on
top of this they added another in the
ninth, which, with the two they made
IN the hrst inning, gave them the game
over Cony by score of to 8.
Some laid it to the Auburn umpire
Weber, others to the Cony bows weak
batting. Both may be right in a way
out the umpire was not wholly respon-
slbie, though he did make a decision
On first base that was more than uues-
uonable. Bean reached the base in the
seventh. and even though he had
reached there the same time the bail
dld, 1t is the rule to favor the run
ner. The Auburnite, however, called
i out He meant all right. without
doubt, but he might have displayed a
little less anxiety to see his side win
As TO the batting of Cony it was de-
cidedly off color. Trask was the only
one who connected well. Some of the
Cony players assume the air of d
martyr going to the slaughter when
they step to the plate. and they swing
at the ball in about the same manner
as a girl throws a stone. only without
the display of life. Cony's field work
is very good and in some cases gilt
edged, but their batting is pronounced
by an to be off color.
Auburn started off well. making two
runs. The players located Bessey for
three Of their 10 hits i'll that inning.
Augusta was shut out, but in the sec
ond. aided by Trask's two-base hit,
made two runs. Auburn did not score
until the seventh. when three hits were
made, netting two runs. The
Conys made their third score in
the fourth. when with two hits and d
passed ball that cost two bases, Trask
scored.
Up to the close though no one knew
what the result would be. 1t was ex-
citing ana so close that every one en-
i6yed il with the exception Of the poor
batting Of Cony. The ninth inning for
Cony was one where the spectators
ming Trask. the first man up. made Il
hit. hut was thrown out on second, be
ing forced there by Murphy's ground
hit to third. Bessey flied out 20
Haskell: Beane made first on an error
by Benedict. With two men on bases
Martin stepped to the bat Seeker
children than this have been saved be-
fore. and there We're hopes yelling in
every ones breast. but those hopes died
where they started for Martin knock
ed a fly TO Blanchard and the game
was over.
cakes. the Auburn south paw pitcher
is a good one. mixing the swift and the
slow balls. ana he has good
curve. He has good control of the ball,
too. Bessey did good work as the num-
her of hits will show. Both pitchers
were we'll supported. The fielding
game Of the two teams was about
equal. both having star outfelds. II
the Journal might suggest it, the bat
ting alone was the direct cause Of the
difference in the score.
The summary:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

4 little boy named Arthur Cormier
was arrested. Friday Afternoon, on tn
charge Of being an habitu2l truant. re
rested nr rather stayed. Friday night,
in thn rnlict station and he decided be
fnro he had been there an hour that
III would rather have attended school
Even though hc is released for another
trial. today, ne viii doubtless feel mat
IL Has had enough and not care tol
more punishment.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

The class of go of the Cony hlsh
school cannot be said to be Wea''-
minded one. for according TO the rec
ord Of the class every individual mem
Der has q mind Of his or her own. They
are said to have disagreed upon ever.
question unon which they have voted
ana their class pictures. rings ana
other little items OF graduating class
have been obtained at different places
1t does not cause the teachers any
alarm for their future welfare. how
ever, as they like to see their pupiis
display strong mind.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

Thosa VINO are where they can OBJ
serve the bicycle riders, who come
down Kincs hill say that the greater
number Of those who walk are men
the larger part Of the ladies riding
down The Hill and many Of them al q
Ereakneck speed. 1t often occurs thai
they sail down 50 very fast that shouio
hey meet a train it would he imgos-
siLla for tLam 10 stop.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

The latest style in bicycle trousers
with the tight knees ana the loose
tops. remind one of the pictures Of th@
old Continental soldiers trousers al tiie
time Of the Revolutionary war 1hoSe
We're of this same general pattern worn
with with silk stockings.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

1ohn Coughlin says 1.-TWO summer
.,r5Ui,.,. vou may rely upon their being
,,aad ,nes Pay your five cents and
lake YOUR choice. orangeade Or SIM
mnnds & Hammond's (wish the names
ware shorterl beer
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

hThe Journal is informed that Mr.. j,
s. Hartts chorus will soon repeat tn"
programmr recently given at their con
Cert in aid of the City hospital Mr.. }.
q. Bartlett Of Boston, mas been cngag-
Cd as the Soloist.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

Malcolm & Dyer appear to be reapinS
the benefits derived from having pr
tanned their stock Of cutters, cts pc
fore the rise. 50 they are rushed on TINS
class Of work as we'll as being busy
on the larger Jobs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

The Ladies Relief committee OF inc
,Iiesinn would like to receive some Do
nations Of sheets and other. bedding II
nnvone can contribute. 1t can be Let'
nithcr at the Mission Of at Mrs. JoS.
t,rrahee's. 81 Grove street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

The funeral of the late Mrs. Eetta Fl.
Corey will be held, Saturday afternoon,
at o'clock, from the home of her
mother, Mrs. Kingsbury Il Cedar
street. East Side.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

There is to be a special meeting OF
tn W. G. T. L.. this afternoon at .
o'clock. All members are urged TO De
present as very important business VIII
be transacted. All members Tor the
committee for the convention are oS-
pcciaIly requested To be present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

Charlie Bilodeau questions whether
or net the cause Of the great change III
the temperature is not particularly due
TO the presence Of a very hot line q
straw and crash hats in the south
window Of the Boston Clothing store.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

Tho Current Events Club to the
number 90 about 80. went to the Good
win Farm. Friday morning, and passed
the day. returning on the afternoon
train.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

Three new flags We're f!oated from
the schoolhouses of the Village district
Friday morning These flags Whicl
were at the Smith. Webster and Nash
schools are somewhat larger than tht
old ones
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27
AUGUSTA LOCALS.
An Egotist No More.

y man who claimed to know it all
And hclu Il lofty head
Found out last night that he was small
His naughty micn has fed.
His nephew who was SIX last fail
Cor on his knee and then
Asked of the man who knew II all
Where "how' and why" and
when
-ENcnange.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

The visiting Sunday-school teachers
who did not return to their homes.
Thursday night, went on Friday morn
ings trains.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

4 The National Homo Band will give
Am open air concert at ToGus, sunday
a. T. NJ The Kennebec Central VIII
run trains at 220 and 500, returning at
the close Of the concert.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

The display in front Of F. l.. Web
Ler's store reminds one of the days Of
the Egyptian plaques. Wonder II II,
those days they were so well proNlaeh
with bug DEATH" horn-like lookins
instruments and all sorts of things Ior
shooting powder into the bugs eyes
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

That beautiful line of silver-mounted
glass ware at j. c. Kirkpatricks will be
sold, today, at only DC. each.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

The Cony high school team Will play
game Of baseball in Freeport. today.
Several contemplate attending as they
can return on the 1.25 train.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

Malcolm < Dyer say that their large
stock of screen doors and windows will
be sold cheap. They mean 1t.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

Going out Of this line of business"
This is the word and il is true, if YOU
want any children's suits now is the time
to visit G. IL. Nason's store. Would be
supcrhuuus 10 say prices are low.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

The Brooks Hardware 60. are deter
mined TO sacrifice the price on their
screen doors and windows until their
stock is exhausted. must go.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

\ delicious lot of cream cakes have
been prepared by +. Nj. Hayes x Son foc
todays special sale. lc. each. This spe-
cial price cannot last many moons. better
enjoy them.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

Fowler X Hamlen have received another
lot Of those ladies' hose that sold SO
rapidly, pairs for CSC. ana fast black in
color.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

When do you start on your vacation?
Better today lay by stock of Irish lin
en- paper and envelopes, 60 sheets, 60 en-
velopes, when this stock disappears don
look for any more this season at f. Ct.
Kinsman < COS.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

w. S. Soule's special includes a new
line of plain and trimmed crash and
piquc skirts; just arrived and will be sold
very low for today.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

Very convenicn; for your summer
stoves. An asbestos stove mat for only
Gc., fun size. Swift & Turner also. today.
sell a scrubb.ng brush about 2i2x6 inches.
for a.. ana a few more Of those extern
sion window screens at l2c.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

Fraud:-Our competitor will soon pla H
which tncv saw it's impossible for one
dyc stuff 10 color silk, wool and cotton
They 10 this - keep you from try .,l-
,tihnr siIk wool or cottnnD for tho\
Know # Y, YOU cvcr I'VE Putnam Fadelcs-
Dvcs once yuu would never use i he,l
goods again. Sold by Bowdltch. webster
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

The chance has come, read what Shcr-
hurHe < Daley say in their mammoth ad
beginning Saturday, May =, We shall in
uuguratt the most sensational sale eveI
held in this city" The prices 4 tale IN
fold Of goods that must be sold.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

Twn-basc hit-Trask Passed b1i.s-Alur
INV ana Stone. Base on balls by besseN
pnnIev Stone. clements: by oakcS
Beanc. Hit BY pitched ball-Ecsscy
Struck out-By BcSscX. Parcner. stone :
Clements Oallcs >. Clark and Haskell; ~
cakes. Martin >. Morton, Small. Cmp1rcs
Griffith AMI Wcbhcr.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

Buckley < Goodrich are struggling WIZ
The prices On ladies' suits. cloaks ana
jackets. 10 pull chem down low enough To
dispose Of the whole line. # YOU have a
little money even, cam. They Will son
you today. a beautiful assortment Of %.
hat pins for only zoe. each.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

we are sole agents and warrant every
pair" This is part Of the story the Eas.
side shoe store Tells in their nj. What
makes it important is the low price they
are selling this "Tayoritc" shoe for. BeJ-
,er read the al ana SOC the bargain table.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

soak the hands thoronghiy on re ,he o IN
%SH FaE ds sG Ssh %s as Rses'
and sweetest III ~, with CuTICURA Ointment,
Dry, anoint freey ys and purest of emollients.
ne soVes aUd F rsn hh nssi
xes rf peaaD HANDS Sa c
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1899-05-27

tn r. r. Neal Dow Memorial
". ". /. Lodge, No. 39i. meets in
L. Golden Cross hall every Friday eve
ming at 7.3D o'clock. The Juvenile
Temple meets in same hall every Thurs
day afternoon at o'clock.
CLARENCE f.. STEWART. c. T.
MISS JENNIE NJ. GERRY, Sec.
Virginian-pilot. (Norfolk, Va.) 1898-1911, 1899-11-18

gratlfied by your continuance In the
good work, and 1t is due to the Vir-
ginian-Piiot that this much should be
said in. recognition of the good local
work 1t has endeavored to do. Tho
wnter-meter project you very properly
oppose in it's incipiency, and l trust Won
will deal 1t the Knockout blow which
1t properly deserves. What are we
coming to? Offices are being multi
piled, salaries increased and every con-
ceivable scheme of appropriation seems
Imminent to further burden the tax
payer Just as IL the purpose were de.
liberately to bankrupt the city and
confiscate the property of those who
have put their little savings in houses
and lots.
If the water department has n sur
plus, for which there is no special use,
would 1T not be good policy for the
Water Board to assume the payment OF
the direct water-tax now collected by
special levy? The older citizens RE-
MEMBER we'll the arguments of those
who favored the ponds Of Princess
Anne as source of city water supply
hey promised that the expenditure
would not exceed four hundred thou
SAND dollars, and that the revenue from
II would pay all the tax upon the ctty's
bonded debt. Those who advocated an
other source of supply, and recon-
mended several years of special pre-
paration for such an expenditure. were
subjects Of ridicuie ana were spoken of
as suitable material, out of which to
make few first-class funerals" 1t
would seem TO be far better to expenif.
gradually, the sum of fifty thousand
dollars. or more IL necessary. in
DREDGING OUT THE LAKES, which
have cost us much already, and thus
Increase their storage capacity, rather
thnn to spend seventy-five thousand
dollars on meters, which will be sure
To increase the cost of the water and
bring large annual expense In keep
ing the meters in proper repair. Be-
sides increasing the capacity Of the
lakes. proper dredging will help the
quality of the water and likely expose
hundreds of springs that are now
hundreds of years. This material
would likely be valuable for fertilizing
surrounding farms and thus bring q
revenue rather than entail an expense
for its removal. If n stop Is not put to
the piling up OF city debt this commu-
nifty must again rise, and once for all.
keep up the revolution until such legis-
lation is secured as may be necessary
TO make an end of msgovernment It
can be done, and this had as well be
recognized now as later on. We have
some excellent, polite and efficient
agents In office who get their salaries
and peruuisites as they have right to.
II the people are FORCED TO A NEW
DEAL, no harm should come to them
UNLESS they deliberately throw their
influence in favor Of continued misgov-
eminent as shown in the manner OF
granting franchises, in prodigal ex-
penditures and the reckless Issue of
bonds. CAUTION.