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New Ulm review. (New Ulm, Brown County, Minn.) 1892-1961, 1899-03-01
Two Dear Seats.

Sarah Bernhardt while in London
dropped into a booksellers shop one
morning. ~ sold her quite a pile of
books" said the proprietor, ''and she
seemed pleased. AS she was going out
she took hold of my pencil and asked
me something in French which I did
not understand. Seeing that failed to
catch her meaning, she looked about on
the counters, then, quick as flash, she
took up volume Of one Of the very
best sets Of Scott, bound in tree calf,
opened it at the very center, wrote
something quickly, calmly tore out the
leaf, handed it to me. smiled and went
out
The astonished bookseller looked at
the leaf and discovered that Sarah had
written pass for two to her perform
ance that evening! Magnificent, but it
was not cheap entertainment for the
bookseller.
New Ulm review. (New Ulm, Brown County, Minn.) 1892-1961, 1899-03-01
No DeaLheads There.

[ heard a good story that comes from
a little town in the northern part of
the state: Among the members of the
Methodist church at that place is an
old railroad conductor who has been
retired from the business for ten years
or more. During the morning service
at his church not many Sundays ago
the old railroader was called upon by
the minister to assist in taking up the
collection-one of the stewards who
usually helped in that work being all
sent
The retired railroader started down
the aisle with the contri bution basket
and passed it around like an old hand
at the business. Everything passed off
smoothly until he came to good old
brother who had nodded himself fast
asleep, and just as he was about to pass
by him he was suddenly overcome by
the force Of habit acquired in his rail-
read days. Giving the sleeping brother
a dig on the shoulder with the basket,
he blurted out:
'''Ticket, please! ''-Ohio State Jour-
New Ulm review. (New Ulm, Brown County, Minn.) 1892-1961, 1899-03-01

But 1t Was Worth What the Other
Man Paid For 1t. ,E-..-5f

But 1t Was Worth What the Other
Man Paid For 1t. ..-t..l5
A man who had not been to church
for very long time, says London ex-
change, finally hardened to the persua-
sions Of his wife and decided to go. He
got the family all together, and they
started early. Arriving at the church,
there were very few people in it and
no pew openers at hand, so the man led
his family we'll up the aisle and took
possession Of nice pew.
Just as the service was about to be-
gin pompous looking old man came
in, walked up to the door of the pew
and stood there, exhibiting evident sur
prise that it was occupied. The occu-
pants moved over and offered him room
to sit down, but he declined to be seat
ed. Finally the old man produced a
card and wrote upon it with pencil:
81 pay for this pew
"He gave the card to the strange &C.
cupant, who, had he been like most
people, would have at once got up and
left. But the intruder adjusted his
glasses and with smile read the card.
Then he calmly wrote beneathrit: ~
Glow much do you pay a year?''
To this inquiry the pompous old gen.
tlemanyystill standing, wrote abruptly
'Ten pounds. - @'>S.'"
The stranger smiled as though he
we're pleased, looked around to compare
the pew with Others, admired it's nice
cushions and furnishings and wrote
back: i
:'I don't blame you. It is we'll worth
it.
The pompous old gentleman at that
stage collapsed into his seat.
New Ulm review. (New Ulm, Brown County, Minn.) 1892-1961, 1899-03-01
An Original oath Of A1,csiance.

In the old days when the Spanish
province of Aragon was a proud and
independent monarchy the people
used, when choosing their king, the
following singular form Of election:
'sWe, the freeborn inhabitants of the
ancient kingdom Of Aragon, who are
equal to you, Don Philip, and some
thing more, elect you to be our king
on condition that you preserve to us
our rights and privileges. If in this
you should fail, we own you for our
king no longer. Harper's Round Ia
BILE
New Ulm review. (New Ulm, Brown County, Minn.) 1892-1961, 1899-03-01
The One He Missed.

II was elected by the votes of eight
different nationalities declared an
east side alderman as he tucked his
thumbs in the armholes of his vest and
struck an attitude. -
"That so? What were they?
"lrish, German, Polish, English,
Italian, French and Greek"
''That's only seven.
''What the deuce was the other now ?
There were eight sure.
"Americans," suggested reporter.
p. ''That's it. Couldn' think of them to
gave me- '-Detroit Free Press.
New Ulm review. (New Ulm, Brown County, Minn.) 1892-1961, 1899-03-01
The Cricket's Chirp.

The variation Of speed in the chirp-
ing Of crickets depends so closely on
temperature that the height Of the
thermometer may be calculated by OBJ
serving the number Of chirps in a min
ute.
At 60 degrees E. the rate is 80 chirps
minute, at 70 degrees T. 100 per min
ute, and the rate increases four chips
to the minute with a change Of one
degree.
Below temperature Of 90 degrees
Z. the cricket is not likely to make any
sound
New Ulm review. (New Ulm, Brown County, Minn.) 1892-1961, 1899-03-01
Poor Business,

An old gravedigger who lived in a
village at the foot of the Grampians
was one day complaining about the
dullness Of times.
''Man, John, is trade that bad wi
YER said sympathizing neighbor.
'FBad!' returned John, bringing his
staff down with an impatient gesture.
81 havena buried a levin sowl this sax
weeks ..- j.
New Ulm review. (New Ulm, Brown County, Minn.) 1892-1961, 1899-03-01

During the middle ages, when the
aristocracy of Florence and Venice was
SO tyrannous to its dependents, muir
der was considered as a small crime
and poisoning was SO skillfully effected
that many people lived almost entirely
on boiled eggs.
New Ulm review. (New Ulm, Brown County, Minn.) 1892-1961, 1899-03-01

In the river Llano, in Texas, islands
Of floating sand are sometimes seen.
New Ulm review. (New Ulm, Brown County, Minn.) 1892-1961, 1899-03-01

The value of all the gold, silver, cop
per, iron, coal and lead mined every
year in America is exceeded by the
products Of the forests. Even the COM
bined wheat and cotton crop is less in
value than the forest products
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26

and cut OF from supporting each other
II General Jouberts three columns
had been in closer touch with each
other and had been brought up in rapid
order. the garrison at Glencoe might
have been overwhelmed in spite Of its
superior artillery fire and gallantry Of
It, troops All accounts agree. that while
the Boer artillery firing is not always
effective. the craftsmanship Of the
burghers Is fatally accurate With
their Mauser rifles thoy are as well
armed as any European troops.
Military experts are Of one mind in
approving the British tactics for uniting
the two columns aud the unanimity Of
this Judgment is 30 complete that the
marvel is that anybody should ever
have thought Of separating the gar.
risons in the presence Of superior mum.
bers General White also receives
credit for attacking the Beers north Of
the second battle field. in order TO dis.
tract their attention and allow General
Yulo 20 march across the country and
10 join forces with him.
While cautious observers were anX
ious TO receive full confirmation Of this
junction OF the two forces aud refrained
from whistling before out Of the woods,
the general feeling Of tension and un.
easiness was greatly relieved in the
club rooms
General Whites third victory, when
it, full scope is known. will strengthen
the beneficial effect produced by the
previous battles upon the Dutch In Cape
Colony. aud that Is one Of the strong.
est points In the game.
The whole conduct Of the field force
thus far reflects credit upon the Indian
generals White Symons. Yule and
Colonel Ian Hamilton are all officers Of
purely Indian training. pupils Of Lord
Roberts and opponents Of his school Of
Of warfare. That school il likely 10 be
popular In tho city whore the excite.
ment Of Sunday was agreeable as that
Of Monday was sombre II Is believed
that many losses were sustained on the
first day
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26
General symons Improving.

Cape Town. oct 24--Intelligence re-
ceiyed here from Natal says the bullet
has been extracted from the wound Of
General symons, who was struck down
while leading his troops in the battle al
Glencoe. and the patient is cheerful Ant
doing well.
Advices from Orange River, Cap,
Colony, near the Orange Free stat,
border, announces that the Beers have
taken Kripdam, near Barley West
north Of Kimberley, and that Assistant
Magistrate Harmsotes and the clerk are
prisoners.
II IL supposed the Beers are advancing
on Douglas, further west and tho In.
habitants are asking for protection
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26
Report Prom Kimberley.

London. Oct 2j-A dispatch 10 IN,
Morning Post from Kimberley, dated
Oct 81, via Orange river. oct q. says
'Armored train engaged this evening
Ono Of our men killed and two truck,
Of dynamite removed from town foi
safety was blown up by the Beers The
Boer loss is uncertain. Boor artilley
moved around trying 10 draw tho force
covering the town There was a smal.
engagement but nothing Of consequence
happened. We are completely isolated.
but safe as a bank Our troops met the
enemy cutting their line aud the Maxim
gun ON the train did good work ant
cleared away the wreckera
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26
BAD FOR ENGLAND.
The Boers Force General Yuls TO Aban.
don Dundee sud Glencoe.

don Dundee aud CIsneos.
London. Oct 25.-The war Office dis.
patch seems 10 realize the worst fears
General Yule has abandoned not only
Dundee, but Glencoe also, and 90 far a.
present news would indicate, he has
neither joined General White nor reach.
cd Ladysmith. General Whites sue
cessful action" announced in parlia.
ment by Mr.. Wyndham. seems 10 70.
solve itself into a mere engaging Of the
attention Of the Orange Free State
troops, while General Yulo Is slipping
southwark.
II is evident from the official dis
patches that both Commandant Gen.
eral Joubert's column on the north and
the Orange Free State troops on the
west now occupy strong positions and
that nothing binders the Beers from
following mp General Yules retirement
and getting around Ladysmith from
the southeast Until reinforcement
arrive IL seems that General White Il
obliged 10 concentrate on Ladysmith.
II is believed that tho government
has other dispatches that II has not YET
published.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26
HOLDING BACK Truth
English Not Given Messages From
the War Without DOctOring.
ONLY THREE FIGHTS
In These the British RepnIsed The Beers
but Not Without Heavy Loss.
Various Rumors About the
South African War.

London. Oct a. - Commander.in
chief and field marshal, Lord woleseley
has apparently been convicted Of doctor
ing official reports from tho front and
there is strenuous demand ON all side,
for reversion 10 the earlier practice
when the messages Of General Sir Stew
art White, the British commander In
Natal, were given out textually a. soon
a. received The commandments
summary read in the house Of commons
Tuesday spoke Of General White as hay
ing fought in successful action, whereas
General Whites own account puts m
entirely different complexion on the sit.
uation and reduces the movement 10 iti
proper proportions and shows that fur
Their exciting intelligence may be expect
ed from the same quarter at any NON
ent II is quite evident the war In Ma
tai has only commenced and tho Beers
are by no means discouraged at losing
the first two battles and many experts
are satisfied that General Joubert IL
even now close to the heels Of the Brit
ish and decisive battle may DO fought
any moment
The main fact that the British were
forced 10 eyacuats the Natal triangle
which the Beers. naturally and rightly
claim "a conspicuous success, and which
they may even emphasize by proclAma
ton annexing northern Natal, Is prov.
ing an unpalatable pill to the public
whose appetite has been whetted by
previous successes, which have bees
assumed greater than they really were
as the determination and gallantry Of
the Beers enabled them quickly TO reor.
ganize and achieve the desired objects
by other methods
Later estimates Of Boer losses al
Elandslaagte Is 800 killed Their cool
ness, bravery and good aim can b.
judged from the fact that out Of II
or IS officers. with half the battalion Of
Gordon highlanders. four were killei
and 70 wounded, while the casualties
among the rank and file was - per cent
during less than three hours fighting
Lieutenant Campbell Of the Gordon
highlanders has since died from hh
wounds
A dispatch from Cape Town says Gen
White engaged the Orange Free State
Beers who are advancing on Ladysmitt
about seven miles northward and il 10
believed the advance has been repulsed
This is probably another version o.
Tuesdays fighting as already known.
Other dispatches from Cape Town say
a dispatch from Mafeking confirms th,
statement that 80 Beers were killed by
the explosion Of two truck cars Of dyna
mite purposely sent out by Colone
Baden.Powoll 10 draw the Beers FIRE
:. The offer Of General Cronie, the Boei
commander in the vicinity Of MafelSing
to Colonel Baden-powell 20 exchang,
prisoners, referred 20 Captain Nesbiti
and others Of the armored train wrecked
at Kraaipan.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26
WHITE NOT BLAMED.
Not Held 20 Answer for Separating Hh
Forces In Natai.

AhN'Na IN NhNals
London oct. 2L-The tidings thai
General Yule was marching toward
Sir George Whites field force and thai
there had been another successful &C
ton with the Orange Free State troop,
brought smiles back TO English faces
There had been deep anxiety since th,
war Office was suspected Of holding
back bad news, whereas II was eithm
indiscreet 10 announce prematurely th,
measure adopted for concentration Of
the two forces, or else communication
with Glencoe had temporarily broker
of. The junction Of the two force,
will enable them 10 take mp strong do
fensiye position at Ladysmith after
their decisive success in three battles
General White was not responsible foi
the separation Of tho forces in the tive
garrisons at a distance too great 10 ad
init Of cooperation aud support
There were strategotical reasons foi
IT, since Glencoe with a railway spun
leading 10 Dundee was the natural out
post for the defense Of Natal. and th,
garrison there blocked by any nanl
movement that might have threatened
the communications Of the main body
with the coast IL would have beer
good strategy II the British field fore,
In Natal had been stronger by lO.OW
men, but with the superior strength On
the Beers, the continued occupation o.
Glencoe was a source Of weakness anc
IT, abandonment was dictated by pru
dence. Both forces can now act togeth
e. and the Beers cannot repeat theii
clever tactics Of massing their com
mAnds for a series Of attacks upon th,
weaker Of the two garrisons
Military experts here unite in praisinl
General Joubert's plan Of operations
and in admitting that II was more bril-
liant and practical than the tactica
scheme Of defense Of the British side b,
which force inferior In strength WA
divided between two exposed position
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26
Monument for Col. Baldwin

At their meeting Monday after
noon the Daughters Of the Confed.
eracy laudably determined to raise
funds and erect monument over
the grave Of Colonel Briscoe G..
Baldwin. The Daughters will
give a tea next Monday afternoon
at the residence of Mrs. J. j.
Adams. Admission 10 cents.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26
Navigation Convention.

All who desire to attend the
Brazos Navigation convention at
BRENNAN on Oct. 26, will please
hand in their names to me at once.
All committees appointed will
please hand in their reports.
BY order of the chairman, G. A.
Adams. S. II. Henderson,
Secretary.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26
Wanted.

Lady or Gentleman for travelling
Position with manufacturing firm $50
monthly AMI al expenses with Promo
ton, steady position; also two or three
in order Department. Address G. t.
care Of Eagle office. 2S5
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26
Correction.

The 81. Andrews church Aid Society
will give a tea Thursday afternoon at
the residence Of Mrs. F. A. Lee instead
Of at the residence Of Mrs. W. 5. Wilson,
rs published In Tuesdays Eagle. Mrs.
Lee will be assisted by Mrs. w. S. viii
son and Mrs. j. A. Mcqueen. Admis-
sion 10 cents. Everybody INVITED. 2Si
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26
Anolher nallIe I.snorled.

London, oct ga special dispatch
from Cape Town says there has beer
another battle at Labyrinth and th,
Beers repulsed. The British casualtie,
aro placed at four killed aud sever
wounded. all rank aud file
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26
Another shipment Of Mules.

Now Orleans, Oct -. The Cunard
steamship Corinthia nas sailed with IN,
third consignment Of mules for tho Brit
ish army in South Africa She carried
400 animals The Corinthia expects te
make the trip TO the Cape inside Of o
month The next ship to 20 will b,
the Hortia.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26

London, Oct % - A special from
Ladysmith says the troops Of the Eigh.
teonth Hussars, which got stray pur.
suing Beers after the battle at Glencoe.
have arrived at Ladysmith, the troopers
having fought their way through with
the loss Of only three horses.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26

London. Oct 2j-Goneral White hai
telegraphed 20 the war Office from Riet.
fontein saying that in the lighting neal
Ladysmith - Of the British force Were
killed. 40 wounded and . missing The
casualties being mostly among th,
Gloucester regiment
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26

Chas. Edinburg's restaurant In the
Zennati block Is now open day and
night. Regular meals 80 cents. Short
order lunches az all hours. II
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26

House for rent, November 1. Apply
TO W. ID. Lawrence. d2s5
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26

Wanted-Second hand buggy. Must
be very cheap. Apply to /. @. IT,, this
Office. d2S7
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26

Caldwell new goods ARE the admir-.
alton Of ali who have seen them. Have
you seen them yet? ds7
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26

House for rent. Apply to Joe Gro
ginsky. ds7
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26

For Sale--Gentle buggy horse, safe
for children TO drive. II. V. Shields.
go
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26

Beautiful line Of new and up.to.date
silver novelties Of all kinds at Cald.
wells. Prices low. ds7
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26

Remember Wooten x Harder for all
kinds Of seeds and feed. 2s6
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26

House for rent, Apply to Tyler Has.
we'll. 2Ss
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1899-10-26
THURSDAY OCT. 20, 1899.
Cotton Receipts.

Lawrence Warehouse. .G6Gl
Farmers Cotton Yard .........4 1864
Brick Warehouse. ...............2 1885
Darwin's Yard. .......... ........2 572
Dawsons Yard. ................... S27
Holloman's Yard. ........ 63i
Wilson & Conlee, .....,.........ls2 1929
Bowman's yard ............... ...267
-
Total.....-........20O 30
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-12-23
ROMANTIC MARRIAGE.
Gallant Trooper at Fort winssse Married
ny Telegraph.

Gallant Trooper at Fort winsste Married
ny Telegraph.
Chicago, Dec. 23.-A special 10 the
Tribune from Winchester, KY, says:
Miss Lizzie Hummons. Of this city, ard
trooper sam Wheeler, at Fort Wingste.
N. n, were married BY telegraph A
yesr ago both lived ut Winchester, and
Wheelsr enlisted in the United States
regular army. He was transferred from
Kentucky TO New Mexico and was made
trooper OF the Ninth cavalry, stationed
OF Fort Wingate. He corresponded with
the girl. She promised to 20 TO him and
be married. He sent her sufficient money
for the railway fare, but Joseph Hum.
mons, her father. refused TO let her
60. Wheeler tried to secure parole
and failed. The young soldier confided
In Chaplain Foster, OF Fort Wingate. The
scheme OF securing electricity TO love
was thought Of. The plan was tele ..
grsphed TO his sweetheart. Mr.. Hum
mons. the girls father, approved Of II.
Through circuit was established over the
c0mpany's wires between Winchester
and Fort Wingate. Rev. 8. p. Young
officistsd for the bride at this end Of the
wire. Chaplain Foater acted In like
capacity for the groom. The only wit.
ness was the brides father, who gave her
away. The ceremony cost the young
couple for telegraphic tolls. $3.50. After
the ceremony the bride departed for
New Mexico.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-12-23

H. WesterAsld II Bro. 2o7 Railroad
avenue have added to their already fine
stock OF tobacco and cigars. Yale mix.
ture In 10 cent boxes, Durham and Mary
club, 8 cent packages Dark Hiswstha
tine cut, Banquet Hall, Little Benedict.
Van Ribber little cigars. We have thirty
different brands Of smoking tobacco and
hne line Of pipes. Call and see US.
The wife and children OF superintan.
dent 9. ". Smith Of ths Santa Fe Pacific.
arrived last evening from Topeka and
will eat their Christmas dinner In this
city.
Whitson Music Co.. the only exclusive
music house In the territory. Have
everything In the musical line for
Christmas presents.
At the Grille Sunday regular luncheon
will he served from l2 10 80 q. m; din.
ner from 8 TO 7:30 p. m. Regular rates
will prevail.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-12-23

DR.. @. N. Bowers and DR.. W. 8. nope,
who are inter Sted In Cochit mines, 70.
turned 70 the city last night after Q visit
OF two days NJ Bland.
Don't forget that Delaney's Candy
Kitchen is the only headquarters for
fresh candies put up In packages for old
and young.
Turkey bowling at Bsdarracco's sum.
mer garden on Saturday, Sunday and
Monday evenings.
A. A. Keen, the territorial land com
missioner, has returned to the city from
Santa Fe.
Farr's market has q beautifully ar.
ranged display OF meats; take look In
there.
W. l.. Trimble has returned to the city
He will remain here until after Christ.
mas.
Kid gloves-evsry pair guaranteed
800 per pair. Rosenwsld Bros.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-12-23
Co.tumss Have Arrixsd i.

This office acknow edges compliment
ary ti,kets to the fifteenth annual mask
ball o. the Scott Moore Hose company.
No. I, which will be held at Armory hall
on Friday evening. December 10. Fore
man knight called at TIE CITIZEN ofice
this afternoon aud stated that the COS
TUNES Tor msskers have arrived and ars
on exhibition ut Mrs. Oaks on west Rail
road avenue.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-12-23
ssif-EIpianstory Telegram.

Chicago, ILL.,. December 22.
o. N. Marion, Mayor, Albuquerque, N. N,
Senator Shoup. chairman OF committee
on territories, and other senators, and
Land Commissioner Hermann are en-
route with me. Governors Murphy and
0tero are with me. Will club and citi,
xsns sntertain2 We arrive on December
18th at 4 O'Clock on special train. Wire
me at Raton, car No. II. morning OF
24th. Important delegation.
Col. LUNA.
Albuquerque daily citizen. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1895-1903, 1899-12-23
someshinx Special

Messrs. Quickel & Bottle. proprietors Of
Zeigef's Cafe. ere the princes Of enter
tsiners and knowing the desire Of their
customers they have prepared for their
Saturday nights free lunch q list OF
good things with which they propose TO
give all partaksrs an advance taste OF the
good thing, to come this holiday season.
Seeing. tasting and believing will prove
this II you drop In there TO night.