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Evening star., 1899-03-25
SILVER'S FALL IN MEXICO.
Ambassador AzpirOz Discusses COndi.
tiOns In His Own Country.

Ambassador AzpirOz Discusses COndi-
tiOns in His own Country.
Senior Azpiroz, ambassador from Mexico
places no Importance upon the pro-Spanish
utterances of certain Mexican newspapers,
and yesterday afternoon denied that in any
way they had expressed the sentiments of
his government
The people and press of Mexico, he said,
are generally favorable to the United
States, only small number of the people
being pro-Spanish by ancestry or relation
ship.
Speaking of silver in Mexico, Senor Az
piroz said:
For time, while the depreciation of sill
yer was going on, 1T unsettled business
and caused some apprehension. But now
that the depreciation is over and stability
in the valua of silver is restored, the de-
probation has proved a positive benefit,
for two main reasons. First, because when
the value deprecated there was not the
same call for sending money abroad, and as
a result it has remained at home to swell
the amount of internal investments Sec
ond. producers found that they paid all
their charges of production, for material
labor etc, in silver at It's deprecated
value, while they sold the goods abroad at
a gold value thus gaining in both ways.
But the saving ilfthe charges of produc-
ton, including 4haE of labor has caused no
distress. The laboring classes have shown
no agitation, but ON the contrary, thare is
actual need OF, mole hands in all lines"
Evening star., 1899-03-25
FARM ANIMALS WORTH MORE.
An Increase fa Value of xIOs, ,3SS. asa
STA Per Cent.


The annual report OF Mr.. John Hyde stat
istician of the Department of Agriculture
on the number and value of farm animals,
will shortly be ready for distribution. IL
will show an increase in the number OF
sheep and milch cows and a decrease i'm
the number OF horses mules swine and
neat cattle other than milch cows. with "A
general increase In value. A decrease ef
29o,to4 In the number OF horses Is accom-
panied by an increase of So. 112, 406 in total
value, the average value per head increas-
ing from S34.26 to $40. Similarly a de-
crease of 1,269,g12 i'm the number of neat
cattle other than milch cows is accom-
panied by an increase of $25 GA JUl in total
value, the average value per head increas-
ing from SeD92 to ST.. ~. In the case of
miich cows there is an increase of 149 22g I'm
number, of S3a, 320 .E9 in total value and of
vi In average value per head. and in that
of sheep an increase of 1!.57 4a3 I'm number
OF Sl4,9I6,3S In total value and of - cents
IN average value per head. Mules show a
decrease both in number and total value,
the decrease in number amounting to &C.
otS, and that in value to S146 555. The aver
age per head, however, is l.0s higher than
last year.
In the case of swine also there is a de-
crease both in number and total value the
decrease in number being l. los 49,, and that
in value S4.24l ,66S. In nearly all the great
agricultural states of the central Missis-
sippi valley there is a decrease in average
value per head but throughout almost the
eEtlre south, as well as in most of the east
ern states and on the Pacific coast. there
Is an increase in average value. the net re-
suit being an average Offering only one
cent per head from the average Of last
year.
The 'otal value of farm animals is con-
servatiyely estimated at Sl,g97, ,0l0, 4O7 an
increase of S10S. 800 49, or 5T4 Der cent
during the past year.
Evening star., 1899-03-25
Arlington WheeImen

The run scheduled by the Arlington
Nheelmen for tomorrow is to Rrandywine
Nd. This trip, although over hills, streams
and some sand. has always proven one of
the most enjoyable runs in the clubs list,
and is always called by the different cap
tains several times during each riding sea-
son. Brother Smith" as the bows call
him. is always "A congenial and agreea bile
host, and he never fails to make things ex-
ceedinsly pleasant for the AS when they
VISIT him. Captain Potts desires to carry "A
large number on tomorrow's run, and re-
quests that the members bring as many of
their friends al possible
President Gettinger is heartily in accord
with the movement for the permanent or
ganiZation of the Washington Cycle Path
Association. which is to Join with the Bal
timore Cycle Path Association in the con-
structlon OF cycle path between the two
cities, ald will endeavor to exert his influ-
ence over the Arlington members I'm this
behalf
The committee in charge OF the dance.
which will be held shortly after Lent has
nearly completed arrangements for the
event. Either Concordia Hall or the Car
roll Institute will be secured
The amusement committee has succeeded
IN arranging an excellent program for the
next regular meeting and smoker-April 4.
A cake walk between local colored contesf-
ants and several good sparring bouts are
among the numbers
Minor details in connection with the open
century on April 10 are being looked after
by Capt Potts and his assistants, Messrs
Murphy. Smith and Christman. These ex-
perienced riders WILL by their knowledge of
century runs and long distance riding. be
able to arrange everything in the best pos
slole manner for those who may enter
Capt. Potts will announce his schedule soon
The run will be divided so that those desir-
ing VIII be able to enjoy dinner in the city.
me question of medals and bars and the
ing
Evening star., 1899-03-25
Misses Letter An bombay.

LONDON. March 25.-The Bombay corre-
spondent of the Daily Mail says:
Misses Daisy and Nancy Letter sisters
OF the vicersne, arrived here today Fridayl.
en- route Tor Simla. They were met by
the secretary of the viceroy. Lord CSurzon
or kedleston, who escorted them TO the
residence of Captain Goodridge.
For time there was some alarm
caused by the discovery that a dressing
case containing all their teweIry was rnfss
ing, but after an active police search n
was found at Government House with the
Evening star., 1899-03-25
PHILIPPINE POLICY IN ABEYANCE.
Will Not Be Decided ON Till Schur.
mann COmNisslOM Reports.


mann ComWissiOn Reports.
A dispatch IreA Thomasville. Ga, yes
terday says: The administration Will not
decide upon Its permanent policy respecting
the Philippines until the Sclhurmann COM
mission reportA ! % %
1t feels that It's present knowledge of
the islands is too Indefinite as a basis for
fixed policy. Moreover. a more definite
decision is felt to be needless since, for
the present, the only problem is the res
toration of law and order and the estab-
lishment Of stable peaceful conditions.
This and the appointment of diplo-
matte representative at Madrid are two
of the most important matters remain
ing open. The Madrid mission probably
Will be raised to an embassy soon after
payment of the twenty million indemnity.
and man of the highest qualifications
ana attainmenfs chosen for this delicate
and important post, i
: Gen. Woodford may not be the new en-
voy, owing to the fact that New York al
ready has such an undue proportion of
the highest diplomatic appointments
Evening star., 1899-03-25

ment. of course. applies alsp t. the, District
CT Columbia, .thef1ht Dfstrigt Regiment hay
ing been equipped entirely from the stores
of the National Guard.
: : Notes. Z ="
Maj. Arthur Brooks 1st Separate Battal-
ion, has been granted leave Of absence for
thirty days from the 21st instant.
The members of Company c, 9th, Battal-
ION, have been ordered to assemble the even
ing OF the 9th instant for the purpose of
electing first lieutenant. Maj. r. D..
simms will preside.
Howard w. Barker. formerly captain Of
Company B. Sd Battalion. has applied for
the appointment of board OF survey for
the purpose of settling his account. The
application has been referred to the judge
advocate general, District of Columbia mi
litia, for an opinion to whether the board
of survey applied for can now be appointed.
referring to a communication from the
surgeon Of the Naval Battalion relative to
medical supplies for the battalion, and stat
ing that on account of a contemplated
cruise 1t is highly necessary that the sup
plies be furnished as soon as possible, head
quarters have informed the surgeon that the
matter having been referred to the surgeon
general. District of Columbia militia. for
remarks and Recommendation, that officer
has given the assurance that, the supplies
will be duly furnished.
Evening star., 1899-03-25
Munkacsy is Retter.

LONDON, March PA dispatch to the
Standard from Vienna this morning says
that M. Michael Munkacsy. the famous
hungarian painter, who was reported yes-
terday IN a7dying condition, Is much better
Evening star., 1899-03-25

Maj. Arthur Brooks. 1st Separate Battal-
ion has been granted leave Of absence for
thirty days from the 21st instant.
Evening star., 1899-03-25

The collection of miscellaneous nr,,.s
which Mr. c. III. Walsh brought from phil
adelpnia and placed on view at Veerhoff,s
at the beginning of the week is a disnlav
OF more than passing interest. Some of the
prints are examples of modern skill in etch-
ing ana engraving, but the greater part of
me coilection is composed of old prints, and
tnerc are number of much rarity. In
etching the two great exponents of the art
are represented
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18
LET US HAVE PEACE.

Some people may discover later, that
Notwithstanding Grand Forks county was
temporarily eclipsed a short time ago,
that the style Of abuse, misrepresentation
and insinuation which some state papers
are pursuing at the present, is more
than likely to bring Grand Forks county
to the front next time. And it might be
no less true, because in the lead of the
insurgents" Walsh county seems to be
permanent loss, and if Grand Forks
went the same way it might make a
difference-on the political map.
1t might be just as we'll for everybody,
just now, in time Of political peace, to
assume that Grand Forks people, includ-
ing papers and politicians, are just as
patriotic and loyal to the nation, state,
army and party as, for instance, are the
very patriotic citizens of Fargo, Wahpe-
ton or Bismarck.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18
THE RETURNING SOLDIERS.

The plan of the soldier boys
of the North Dakota regiment
coming home in body and being mus
tered out together at some North Dakota
city has failed. While no doubt the
citizens of the state would have been glad
to thus honor them collectively, yet the
"boys" we believe have no personal de-
sire to be set up for a show, but would
much prefer to go direct to their own
homes and meet their relatives and per-
sonal friends in the quickest time posi-
BILE. Real soldiers have little use for
mere pageantry, and these North Da.
kota boys of ours of whom we are Sc
proud, we will find. will be better pleas.
ed to put on civilian clothes and be rid
of military display and discipline than fol
anything else we can do for them.
Not the least Of the honors due them
is that the citizen has not been lost in the
soldier, but that their soldier life, brave
and faithful as it has been, has only fttee
them the better to become private citi
zens again. 1t was one of the chic
glories of the Grand Army of the war o
the rebellion, that its soldiers made gooe
citizens, and the new Grand Army of the
Philippines-are sons of their fathers.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18

The young fellow, Beaton from Hamil
ton, who enlisted, swearing that he was
Il years old, is now prisoner on Angel
Island at the government prison. After
he had left here and his father made the
complaint, the sergeant wrote stating the
trouble the boy would be in and asked
the father to give his consent rather than
send the boy up for three years. The
father seems to have been obdurate how
ever and never replied. There was moth
ing left for Sergeant Shell to do but re-
port the case. The kid will probably be
sent up for three years for his anxiety to
scrap.-Fargo Forum.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18
D1sHoNoR OF FRANCE.

Poor old France. The second Drey-
fus trial now going on has at least
brought the mantle of shame to her
cheeks, and for once the excitable popu-
lace look on with intense interest but
with comparative silence. Whether
Dreyfus is guilty or innocent. the verdict
of dishonor has long ago been rendered
against the army. The guilt or limo.
cense of Dreyfus is only incidental. That
his first conviction was produced largely
by fraud and forgery at the hands o!
army officers is certainty, and that is a
lasting shame for the Anti .Dreyfusites.
And it Dreyfus is again convicted, that is
so much more shame for his friends and
for the army to which he belongs. If
acquitted, then the greatest political
crime Of modern times is laid at the
doors OF the commanding officers Of the
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18

The interests of Pembina-before the
state board Of entrusted to
Jud LaMoure every year-are never lost
sight of. For instance this year Jud first
persuaded the board to make reduction
of from S4.39 to s431 an acre on lands in
Pembina-then the hail storm came and
Jud was right on deck-with face longer
than the wait of the railroad representa-
tives for verdict-the board weakened
and special reduction-on account of
the visitation ofprovidence-was made
s4.31 to 81. 4.19-making to Jud's credit
s13l.6 in the assessed valuation of
lands in Pembina. Now what's to hinder
Jud's return to the state senate-if he
wants to?-B;smarck Tribune.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18
Entered at the postoftice at Pembina as second
class mail matter.
The Pioneer Express.
MAJoR HpwARDs' IpEAs.

MAJOR EDWARDS IDEAS.
Major Edwards. in the Forum, gave
some mighty good talk to the newspaper
boys this week. The Major mentions
right out plain some names Of good
papers in which the "Pembina Pioneer
is included, and we appreciate the men,
ton: for, as a newspaper critic, the
Ma Or has no superior in the state. But
we' wanted to say, that his criticism as to
thought as to printing and even wrap.
ping, are worthy of the attention of all
the craft. Everybody may not be an
editorial genius, but as rule, it is clear
laziness that only gets out brief half
dozen local items week; and the devil
himself ought to be taught, if he don't
know now, how to wrap newspaper
so that its first appearance may not be
repulsive. The system of using old
printed paper for wrappers ought to be
abolished in every Office. We wonder
the mail authorities have not made such
ruling long ago, just because it is so
HdIu 10 Hnd the aQQreSS on Such wrap
pers. Wrapping paper is very cheap,
every office has ajob press. Why not
put up papers like the Mandan Pioneer
does? Plain paper with an imprint there
on. Clothes count on man-and on a
newspaper.
We have this suggestion to the news
paper FOLKS, particularly to some OF the
younger brethren, and perhaps few Of
the older ones; ifnot mentioned in the
Forum list and you think you ought to
have been, send a copy of your paper 10
the Major and letter asking his honest
criticism and what you can do to improve
your paper, and in all probability you
will get some ideas that would be of
value.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18
OFFICIAL DIRECTORY.

STATE OkFlCEhEs
Senators, d. G. C.Hansbrough, P. McCumber
Governor, B. F. Fanchier.
Lieut.. Governor, j. NJ. Devine.
Secretary Of Stale. Fred Falley.
State Treasurer, d. w. Driscoll.
State Auditor, A. N. Carlblom.
Attorney General, John CoWa9G; G. Al.
fred Wallin, ]. n. Bartholomew;
Railroad Commissioners, John Simons,
Henry Erickson, L. L: Walton.
Superintendent of Public Instruction, y.
G. Halland.
Commissioner Of Insurance, g. w. Harri-
son.
Commissioners of Agriculture and Labor,
H. u. Thomas.
SENATORS.
First District, Judson Lam MOure, Pembina.
Second District, James Fuller, st. Thomas
REPRESENTATIVES,.
First District, w. ]. Watt, Hyde Park,
J. d. Wallace, Drayton.
Second District, 3. II. Restemayer, Cava-
lier, Sohn ThOrdarson, Hensel.
Judge of the District Court, Seventh Ju.
dicial District, o. E. Sauter, Grafton.
Clerk of District Court, A. L. Airth.
COUNTY OFFICERS.
States Attorney, w. J. Burke.
Sheriff. F. ]. Farrow.
Auditor, Paul Williams
Treasurer, Robert Mcbride.
Register Of Deeds, J. NJ. Chisholm.
superintendsnt pny Ss Of Schools, G. E. Jackson.
Surveyor, S. o. McGuin.
Coroner, DIR. u. f. Erskine.
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS.
First District, F. c. Myrlck, Pembina.
Second District, S. j. Sigfusson, Mountain
Third District, Geo. Taylor, Bathgate.
Fourth District. J.. T. Aicks, Neche.
Fifth District, H. P. Often, st. Thomas.
COUNTY JUSTICES.
C.Murphy Neche.
j. II. JOY. Glasston.
e. II Bergman. Gardar.
E. L. Buck, Crystal.
COUNTY CoNaTABLEe.
Thos McFadden. Neche.
G. Z. Flora, Walhalla.
Mars hall Jackeou. Eeche.
A. u. Follins, Crystal.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18

French army. Only. shame and dishonor
for France, for though some individuals
may be proven innocent it only makes
the disgrace the greater for others.
Among the events of the week is the
discovery of plot in favor of upsetting
the republic. and in favor of Due de
Orleans. And as we write, Labordi, the
attorney of Dreyfus, is towering between
life and death as the result of an assassin's
bullet on Monday. Poor old France!
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18

E. Ashley Mears, who is. pretty well
acquainted throughout the state and es-
pecially Lakota, was in town several
days this week looking up old IDEALS. /"
Mr.. Mears is a brilliant conversationalist
and man Of great ability, otherwise he
would not be permitted or would not
have the, time to visit Lakota. He would
necessarily be passing his time else
Herald.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18

The war cloud hangs dark over South
Africa. The Beers are not numerous
compared with the English, but they are
hard and bitter fighters, and it will take
a very determined effort on the part Of
England to conquer them. The princi-
pal difficulty is the refusal of the Beers to
give foreigners the right of citizenship,
and the foreigners are as rule large
property owners.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18

The state board Of equalization raised
the railroad assessment thirty per cent.
A committee Of which some of whom we
think are also members of the board of
equalization are i'll St. Paul asking for a
cheap rate for the returning North Da-
kota regiment.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18
OFFICIAL PAPER OF CITY AND COUNTY.
rERAGs, $500 PEP A&NvA
F A. Wardwell. G. G. Thompson.
WARDWELL A THOMPSON.

The PIONEER EXPRESS ls sent only on the di-
rect order of subscribers, and ls continued until
ordered stopped and all arrearages paid.
per year. Subscribers paying in advance have
the choice Of several premium papers In addt'
ton.
plimentary only, and while we desire them to be
considered as invitations to subscribe, they will
not be continued except upon request.
The PIONEER EXPRESS is the best advertising
medium in the county, having more general
circulation than any other paper. Gard Of rates
sent ca application.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18
Samuel Blodgett of Walsh county in

Samuel Blodgett of Walsh county in a
published letter in the News and Times
demands that DIR. Musgrove give good
reasons for the necessity Of vaccination.
And that if he will not discuss the matter
in print or at a public meeting with Mr..
B. then people are to believe that he is
conscious no good reason exists for the
health boards order for vaccination.
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18
Official Commissioners Proceedings.

Board of county commissioners met
as per adjournment. Present, F. c. My
rick, chairman; comms. Ottom, Taylor
and Hicks.
Resolved that the county treasurer be
authorized to accept and to issue a re-
ceipt to S. Thorwaldson for S7.19, being
amount paid deaf and dumb institute by
this county for the care of Thorbjorg Od-
dson of Hallson.
Resolved that the county auditor be
authorized to issue deed to Joseph Ed
gerton, conveying lots II and - in blk.
%, village of Neche, in accordance with
Chapter 139, session laws of 1899, on
payment of s17.A being the amount of
the original sale for taxes, also on pay
ment of fees in connection with said
deed.
Resolved that the board of county
commissioners proceed to view and es-
innate the amount necessary to put drain
No. in proper condition to carry off the
water, and to levy an assessment against
the lands benefited thereby sufficient to
cover all expenses. In accordance with
the provisions of Secs. 1860 and. 1897,
political code of 1895, and to let contract
for said repairs at as early date as pos
sible. Board adjourned until Aug. 18th,
8 a. m.
Board met as per adjournment. Pres
ent Myrick, Hicks, Taylor and Often.
The following bills were allowed.
DR. Grant professional services P
Gum co poor bill s26 alloweds 10 90
Geo Taylor transportation Of Mrs
Cusgrove co poor and expenses
in connection t!lerewith as per
vouchers attached 70 so
M c Garner lumber Bathgate
bridge. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. "a 20
S d Bostwick 2 kegs spikes. ..... 500
Gannsle and Grant. medicine co
poor Fromback and Gum. go. 5 SO
J LaMoure & Co, cash paid for
work Neche bridge and nails. S5 33
James Brown hauling bridge ma
terial. 10 90
w ] Briden nails Neche BRIDGE. Is IS
Pink Paper, publishing commits
sioners proceedings July meet
ing and stationer,, amount of
5ill S36.05 allowed ed............ II so
Cavalier Chronicle, pub commits
sioners proceedings July meet
ing bill S31.9O allowed. 13 35
Crystal Call publishing commits.
sioners proceedings July. IS
Crystal Call publishing com pro-
ceedings, equalization, July
meeting, bill s25. Is, allowed. IS Z 20
st Thomas Times pub com pro.
ceedings, July meeting, notice
of vaccination and stationery,
bill s37.45, allowed. ........... 1S 20
r Mcbride CO treasurer, express
and kilograms $3.50, casr@p paid u
John Regan fer Cleaning out !,
court house chimneys $40, cash
paid ] LaMoure, expenses at
Bismarck attending equalization
800, cash advanced for trans
portation of pauper 1886, cash
paid for board Of county poor
IS, total .....................s1 $3.50 IS |
c Weiderman transportation of
county poor ...............S l COL
E NJ Nixon lumber building wood
shed and out house. .......... AZ OF
w Henderson work on Neche
bridge. e.......... ................ 80 ooI
Welch and Co cabinet for filing
blanks for reg Of deeds. ....... IA &C
Board adjourned until Up. m.
Board met per adjournment, present.
Myrick, Ottem, Hicks and Taylor.
The following bills were audited and'
The pioneer express. [volume] (Pembina, Dakota [N.D.]) 1883-1928, 1899-08-18

A few sparks might easy start blaze
in these Drey-.us times in France.
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1899-07-10

PORT ORCHARD ROUTE.
s>pIr 4 MED ~ nv - xsE.Df ~,

STEAMER NARY F FERLEx
Leaves foot Of Washington street for e.
daily except Sundays. at SD d Sn- and
y. m. Sundays az .. m. Leaves sidney
Al s.E n m and i..fs 2. m: u. >. Dry
Ch&riexton for Seattle Saturday nights
only al 8 p. IN: sidney. IN p. m: nrens-
erton. So ,. n IojepAooAI Main ~
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1899-07-10
HOOD CANAL ROUTE

Leaves EaihrAiih dock. foot Of Washing.
ton street Tuesdays. Thursdays and Sat.
urdayx At O'Clock a. "a. for ktnEstoo.
D~vMsfo, Lslfwaup Fails. HcOdsport and
Unscn CITY. Returns on alternate dayA
d. TRCrTMAI. Manages.
Telephone, Main -
The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1899-07-10

SEATTLE. TACOMA AND OLYMPIA
ROUTE.
STEAMER MrLTsolfAH.
Leaves for Tacoma and Olympia daily g.
cept Sunday at p. N.
STEAMER CITY OF ABERDEEN
Leaves for Tacoma and Olympia daily ex-
cept Sunday ut .. m
Fare between Seattle and TAcoma, q
cents. Round trip. 8 cents.
On and after July & IN. landing place
Will be White star Dock foot OF Spring
street. instead OF City Dock