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The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1899-08-26
FOREIGNERS IN JAPAN.

some interesting figures relative to
the number of foreigners in Japan have
been prepared by Consul General Cow.
ey. He gives a table showing twenty
one nationalities, and compares the
numbers resident in that country in
1891 with those resident in March of
1899.
The total number of foreigners in
Japan in 1891 was 9549 while this wear
the number is 1905, the increase in the
eight years has not been very large.
The Chinese stand at the head of the
list with 5344 in 1891 as against 5297 in
1899 a slight falling off. The British
come next with 1925 in the former year
against 1853 now, a slight increase. The
Americans on the other hand have in
creased from 967 to 114O, an advance of
II per cent. The Germans show a de-
crease from 523 to 4S1. The remaining
nationaities are each small in number
1t is of interest to us here that the
number of Hawaiians is practically sta
tionary, being IA in 1891 and 10 in 1899
These ought now to be reckoned with
the Americans.
The noticeable fact is the increase
among Americans. 1t shows how Am
erican interests are advancing in the
Empire Of the Chrysanthemum. OF
course this 'n1eans reaching out in
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1899-08-26

An addition to the yachting fleet
should be hailed with pleasure by
yachtsmen' and other lovers of sport.
There is far too little yachting done
here. Mr.. Hebron, after looking into
yachting on the Coast considers the
waters of the Islands ideal for the sport.
AS the wealth increases there will be
doubtless many more yachts brought
here, and we shall have some good rae
ing. There is no reason why in time
there should not be races between the
yachts of the Coast and the yachts of
the Islands. We might get up sort
of America cup of our own.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1899-08-26
SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 1899.

"Our" Paul2Paul Neumann-is a true
humorist and has got off some the fun
niest, wittiest, brightest sayings that
have ever sCintillated along this beach,
but he never got off anything funnier,
whittier or brighter than when he said
in an interview about the tramway
company" Understand, we want to do
that which win work for the most good
of Honolulu We desire to see the city
grow ana advance" The humorist must
then have cast a contemplative eye up
on one Of Pains shaky arks, and wink
ed at the spavihed mules, and the mules
winked Back.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1899-08-26

trade. and from its vitality. points the
direction into which trade Is coming
The commercial interests Of the United
states are following close upon those of
Great Britain.
when the figures of those resident in
Tokyo are taken into consideration
separately. however, the Americans
stand at the head OF the list at present.
for In the capital Of the Empire are 1885
Americans, III British, 1O7 Chinese and
% Germans. No Hawaiians live in the
city Of Tokyo. The total number Of for
eigners in the city is 921.
What much larger interests the vari-
Gus nations have had in Hawaii is made
plain by a glance at the last census.
There were then 1886 Americans, 1850
British and 1882 German. In Honolulu
the capital, there were $50 Americans,
500 British and 1875 Germans, and these
numbers have had considerable increase
during the last three years. To these
might be added the part Hawaiians,
whose fathers were of the nationalities.
Part Hawaians who fathers were Am
tIlCdl uuilbtitu lol@t part
whose fathers were British counted up
1l21, while the Germans claimed 327.
These figures do not have the strong
bearing now that We are annexed, but
it is interesting to make the COMPARE
son between the Hawaiian Islands and
Japan, and to note how the American
and European element stands with re-
gard to the same nationalities having
business interests in Japan.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1899-08-26
IMMENSE ALTERATION SALE!

Before L. B. Kerr left for Europe it was
decided that extensive alterations must at
once be made in the store. Accordingly, it
is necessary that the goods must be sold to
make room for the workmen. To do this
he directed that an Immense Alteration Sale
be commenced at once, Anything and
everything will be sold at much lower fig
ures than the same goods could possibly be
purchased elsewhere. This will insure bar
Gains in every line to all.
L. B. KERR
Queen Street Importer
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1899-08-26
MACHINE OILS

No. and Engine Oil, WIS Lard Oil,
in tins and barrels.
Sperm Oil in tins and barrels.
Meats Foot Oil. Carbolinium.
Coal Tar. Axle Grease. Best Refined
Tallow.
Cotton Waste. Varnish of all Kinds.
Packing, Asbestos, Soap Stone, Sheet
Rubber.
Pipe Covering, assorted sizes.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1899-08-26

The above are only few Of the many
articles we keep constantly in stock,
and our prices will stand competition
with any other dealers.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1899-08-26
PAINTS IN OIL

PIONEER AND HUBBUCK's WHITE
LEAD.
BOILED LINsEED OIL.
RAW LINSEED OIL.
WHITE ZINC IN OIL AND JAPAN,
ASSORTED CoLoRs.
ADAMS FLAT PAINT BRUSHES, 8
TO 5 INCHES WIDE.
ADAMS vARNISH BRUSHES, AS
SORTED SIZES.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1899-08-26

Note Heads Bill Heads, Statements
and Fine Commercial Printing at the
Star once.
The age-herald., 1899-09-22
BIG EVENT IN
 MASONIC CIRCLES
New Council of Scottish Rite
 MaSons Constituted
THE FIRST IN THE STATE
Knights Kadosh Confers from 10th to 30th Degree-High Officers Present -Collation Served After Inau-
 gural Ceremonies Officers

Birmingham council of Knights Kadosh, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, for the southern Jurisdiction of the United States, was duly constituted and inaugurated last night at Masonic Temple It Is No. 1 on the roll of Ala bama.
 George Fleming Moore, 33d degree, soV- ereign grand inspector general of the su- preme council for Alabama, came from Montgomery for the purpose of establish ing the new body. and installing it's off, cers. He was accompanied by H. c. David- son, Sgd degree, and R. s. Teague, 32d de- gree. These gentlemen, together with John H. Phillips, 32d degree. as grand minister of state, Rev Morris Newfield, S2d degree, as grand marshal of ceremo- nies, and William Ryan, 33d degree, com posed the installing party.
 The sovereign grand inspector general is said to have been exceedingly impressive in performing the ancient rites of institu- tion. The principal officers installed were follows: Charles S. Hayden, comman- der; Eugene R. Rivers, first lieutenant commander; Lew Lazarus second lieutenant commander; Samuel M. Adler, chancellor; James T. Meade, orator; B. M. Jacobs almoner; Charles R.. Patterson, treasurer; F. G. Kinney, recorder; Charles A. Moffett master of ceremonies; Paul Calame, sen- tinel. Simon KlotZ and Il. G. Farrar act ed as secretaries pro tenn. During the cere- mony appropriate music was rendered un- der the direction of Professor Benjamin Guckenberger the quartette choir having been composed of Mrs. Chandler, Mrs. Guckenberger MT. Orr and MT. Handley.
 At 10 o'clock d collation. was served and before the council closed eloquent addresses were made by the Sovereign Grand In- spector-General, pr. Newfield, pr. Phillips, MT. Davidson and others.
 IL is seldom that so large or representa- tive a Masonic gathering is seen in Bir- mngham as that which assembled last night. Professional men, railroad officials, and business were there in large numbers.
 The council of Kadosh confers from the 18th degree, styled Grand Pontiff, to the 30th degree, styled Knight Kadosh. The latter is thought by many to be the most solemn in all masonry. It is a very elab- crate ceremony and when given in full re- qures about five hours.
 Some time during the fall, consistory of Princes or Masters of the Royal Secret, 32d degree, will be organized and consti- best field in Alabama for the high degrees, and a great stronghold of the Scottish Rite.
The age-herald., 1899-09-22
DEMANDS wELLINGToN's SCALP
United Statt Senator and Chairman of
 State Republican Committee

Baltimore, September Ex-Governor Lowndes, who is a candidate for re-elec- tion on the republican state ticket, today demanded the resignation of United States Senator George l.. Wellington as chairman of the republican state central committee, and it is understood Senator Wellington will comply at once with the governors re- quest.
 This step is the outcome of the action of the state central committee yesterday in appointing committees on finance and on the conduct of the coming campaign which practically deprived the chairman of the committee of most of his power and use- fitness. Senator Wellington, who in the meeting, voted in favor of the appointment of the committees in question:, subsequent ly took a different view of the matter, and gave out an interview in which he attack ed the governor and his friends, accusing them of conspiring to deprive him of the powers of his position.
The age-herald., 1899-09-22
NEW ENSLEY LINE
 WILL BE BUILT Waiting on the Action of City
 Council. PROJECT STRONGLY BACKED The Right of Way Has Already Been Secured to City Limits = WiN Develop Property of Pro
 motors Along Line
PROJECT STRONGLY BACKED

While nothing definite can be learned re- earding the plans of the promoters of the new street car line, it is understood that they are in earnest, and that as soon as a franchise from the city Is obtained a company will be organized to put the plans into execution.
 The leading spirit in the movement is
 Rose ". Owen, prominent citizen of the county, who is largely interested In the district through which the proposed line
 will run, as is also his associate, Judge Samuel J. Greene, of the criminal court. While neither of these gentlemen would understood that the road will be built pri- marily for the purpose of developing the property along the line, parts of which are now inaccessible to the city except by dirt roads.
 The right of way from Ensley to the cor
 porate limits of Birmingham has been se-
 cured, and if the right of way through the
 streets of the city is granted a company
 will be organized and the work of con- l struction begun at once
 The proposed line will run from Twenty 1 first street down Third avenue to Eleventh 1 street, ithence north on Eleventh street to Eighth avenue to Ensley via Owenton. The l line will be equipped with electricity, and 1 will maintain a quick schedule to the gerat l industrial subuLb al 5-cent fare. It is stated on reliable authority that ample capital is behind the project, and that as soon as the entire right of way is se- 1 cured d strong company will take hold of the movement and carry it to a successful l terminal tiou
The age-herald., 1899-09-22
FLORENCE
Elk River Being Prepared for Boats
 During Fair Water Stages

Florence, September A.--(Special.)-E. R. Nellis, government engineer, has arrived at the mouth of Elk river, near this city, where he has force of twenty men en- gagged in blasting rock from the mouth of that stream and also from the bed of the Tennessee river.
 The object in view is the passage of light draft boats into the Elk from the Ten nessee during fair water stages, while at present boats can only ascend the Elk dur ing high water stages. The work is under the supervision of Captain 5. B. William son, of the Muscle Shoals. MT. Nells and his force of men came down the Elk river from Fayetteville, Tenn. removing light Instructions from the river, and also cut a passageway through the Huntsville road bar, enabling boats to go much higher up the Elk than formerly. The completion of the work at the mouth of the river will open up a fine farming and timber terri tory
 United States Commissioner Smith had two offenders this week, charged with re- tailing liquor without a license Jack Smith, from near Mount Hope Laurance county, was sent up to the federal grand jury in $200 bond, with a strong case against him. The other, Fayette Moses, from Franklin county was discharged on account of a failure to get sufficient eyi- dence against him. Deputy Tompkins made both arrests.
The age-herald., 1899-09-22
IMPORT OF GOLD NOT BEGUN
But the Influx from England Will Begin
 in Near Future

London, September H.-Regarding the 91o0.0O0 in bar gold, purchased in the open market here yesterday for shipment to New York, Messrs. Brown, Shipley & Co.,, said to a reporter of the Associated Press:
 There has been no drain yet. This is a fututive transaction and not important. No one can ship gold at the Bank of Eng lands present rate at a profit"
 J. S. Morgan & Co. said: 'The shipment is without influence. It was purely trans action on gold picked up in the open mar ket."
 The assistant cashier of the Bank Of England said We have notified New York that the transaction is in no way connect ed with us. At present there is no ten dency to export gold to the United States, but it may come soon."
 At today's meeting of the Bank of Eng land directors, the governor, MT. Samuel Stewart Gladstone, said he believed the new InG.an currency would not have any great effect on Great Britains gold sup plies, adding paat so long as Great Britain remained the creditor country there was no fear of her losing gold.
The age-herald., 1899-09-22
HUNTSVILLE
Complaint Made of the Service of the
 Electric Light Company

Huntsville, September H.-(Special) )-The city council held meeting last night and Mayor Alfred Moore recommended that the contract with the Huntsville Electric Light and Power company De annuled because
 of poor service. The matter was referred
 to the electric light committee. The Elec-
 tric Railway company was notified that it
 must make repairs on the streets over
 which its tracks are being laid
 The school census, completed last week,
 showed an increase of 200 school children
 over the census of last year.
 The salary of the treasurer of Madison
 county was cut today from $500 to $200 a
 year. The cut was made by the court of
 county commissioners. who have been con-
 sidering the matter at various times for
 several years past The office of treasurer
 had been one of the most lucrative in the
 county, considering the amount of work
 required There were about thirty candi-
 dates for the office, and it is likely that the reduction of salary will cause two thirds of them to withdraw. Ben P. Hunt and Bruce Armstrong will
 begin the publication of another afternoon
 paper in this city within the next few, days
 The paper will prooably take a pony press service. MT. Hunt is an old newspaper man, ndNlnS been connected Wltn the MCr- cury several years ago; and Mir. Armstrong
 was formerly editor and proprietor of the Armstrong Magazine of Atlanta.
 The committee recently appointed to ar range for a Madison county exhibit at the | State fair at Birmingham held a meeting | and resolved to spend sufficient time and l devote much effort to getting up an ex- | hibit that will be d credit to the county. | D. T. Phillips appointed soliciting agent for the county on agricultural and | mechanical exhibits. Miss Ella Motz was l elected to take charge of the homestead 1 department, and Mrs. Alberta Taylor of ] the needlework art department. H. P. Turner was appointed to secure exhibits l from the Huntsville industries and to have l charge of the exhibit at the fair, with Miss l Motz as assistant. Nathan M. Rowe was | appointed committee of one to solicit l funds from the city council, county com 1 missioners and Chamber of Commerce. l Judge s. Morgan Stewart, w. R. Rison, w. l l. Wellman and w. II. Echols were ap- | pointed to solicit cash subscriptions. A | great deal of interest has been aroused in l the matter.
The age-herald., 1899-09-22

student body. His remarks were practical and timely. delivered with his usual origi- nality and unique presentation of a subject; and the frequent rounds of applause mani- Tested the interest of his hearers.
 On the rostrum were, Dr. ". G. Ready, ReVs. Peterson and Lipscomb, President Hosmer, pr. Shoaff, Dr. Littleton, Profes- sors Brown, Christenberry, Giddens, Tur- ner and Baxley.
 Following the opening address, Rev J. A. Peterson and Doctors Ready, McGehee, IAttleton and Shoaff were called out, each one making appropriate remarks, and com mentfng upon the bright prospects for an- other college session.
 Since the last annual commencement, two valuable additions have beeen made to the faculty. Rev J. w. Shoaff, D. D., former ly pastor of the First Methodist church at Selma, has been elected to the chair of ethics and metaphysics. His presence in the capacity of a teacher is an inspiration. pr. J. T. Lfttleton, formerly of Randolph Macon, has beeen elected to the chair of modern languages. The advent of this pol ished edqcator is hailed with delight by all friends of the institution.
 President Hosmer entertafns sangulne hopes for the prosperous success of the institution under the new administration
The age-herald., 1899-09-22
"A FAIR FACE MAY PROVE A FOUL BAR GAIN." MARRY A PLAIN GIRL IF SHE USES
 SA|P POI 10
GADSDEN
Fell from an Electric Car Cherokee
 County on Mineral Boom

Gadsden. September 21.-(Special.)- .)-Mar- l GUS Foster Jr., fell from the top of a nov | ing electric car today and was seriously l hurt He was on top of the car and re- ceived shock and fell off to the ground, a distance of fifteen feet. A screw driver in his pocket made an ugly wound in his thigh.
 Gadsden has the chance of securing a $200,000 cotton factory and stands ready to donate the land suitable for this or any other industry.
 Two hundred cottages are now in course of construction at Alabama City. The new mill has been completed and the machinery is being rapidly placed
 Cherokee county is experiencing a min eral excitement at present. A few days ago $500 was paid spot cash for a thirty day option on Round Mountain furnace and ore lands, while some 10000 acres of ore lands have been put under option.
 The county commissioners have estab- lished four free ferries on Coosa river, two above and two below the Louisville and Nashville river bridge. The two were tablshed near Crofts ferry and one at Fitts' ferry. The contest was so spirited for the ferries below the bridge that il was decided to allow the citizens of Kansas and Phillips beat to vote on the location and they voted on Saturday under tine general election laws of the state
 Mrs. c. w. Ewing has been appointed by Probate Judge J. H. Loveioy president and general manager for Etowah county of the ladies department at the State Fair.
The age-herald., 1899-09-22
MERCHANTS AND MANUFACTURERS

Free Street Fair and Trade Carnival, Knox
 vile, Tenn, October 11th-13th 1S99
 For the occasion of the Merchants and Manufacturers Free Street Fair and Trade Carnival, at Knoxville, Tenn, October 11th to 12th 1899, the Southern Railway will sell tickets to Knoxville and return at rate of one fare for the round trip. Tickets will be sold October 10th, 11th and 12th, and from points in East Tennessee on October 18th, same being limited to return until October, 20th, 1899 From points within a radius of 200 miles of Knoxville, tickets will also be sold at rate something less than one fare for the round trip on October Huh and 12th, and for morning trains of Octo- Der 18th, limited to return until October 10th.
 During the progress of the carnival an interesting programme will be carried out each day, and very attractive and beauti- ful exhibits have been arranged, so that those taking advantage of these very low rates will witness one of the most beauti- ful carnivals yet seen in the Queen City of the Mountains"
 For further informa ton call on Southern Railway ticket agent. 9-22 to 10-u
The age-herald., 1899-09-22
WILL VOTE FOR MORGAN
Major James R. Grove, Who is Candi-
 date for the Senate

Florence, September H.-(Speeial. .)-Ma- jor James R. Grove, an avowed candida te for the state senate from Colbert county, in an interview last night stated that if he is elected, and unless otherwise instructed by majority of the voters of his district, he will cast his vote for Morgan for the United States senate, no matter what other candidates may enter the race. B. Major Groves position is the subject of much favorable comment all over this sec tion of Alabama, and though it is yet early for even announcements, it is believed that the race for the state legislature in this part of the state will largely be upon this line Major Crowe's opponent Colonel J. N Thompson, has not announced his choice.
The age-herald., 1899-09-22
BESSEMER
Huffman-Hust Nuptials Attract Large
 Crowd to Presbyterian Church

Bessemer, September 1.-tSpecial)-The marriage of Grey Huffman and Miss Ma riella Hurt attracted an overflowing crowd tonight at the First Presbyterian church. The Rev. H. w. Finn, uncle of the bride, offciated. There was the usual attendants and bridesmaids. The church was beauti- fully decorated.
 The groom is the eldest son of the Hon. Y Y. Huffman, and the bride most charming and cultured young lady who has only lately made her home in Bessemer.-
 Mir. Huffman has an important position with the Tennessee Coal Iron and Rail- road company.
The age-herald., 1899-09-22
-------------------- SOUTHERN UNIVERSE
One Hundred and Fifty Pupils Prese.
 at the Opening

Greeensboro, September 21.--(Special.) J. Yesterday morning at 10 o'clock the audi torium at the Southern university was thrown open to the citizens of Greensboro, and to the college students who have been pouring in since Monday
 The new session was appropriately open ed by devotional exercises by Rev. o. c. McCiehee, of Opelika. The choir composed of young ladies of the town, assisted by several male voices, sang "All Hail the Power" after which Dr. McGehee offered an eloquent prayer.
 Rev. A. J. Lamar, of Montgomery, had been invited to deliver the opening address, but in his absence Rev. c. l.. Chiffon made an able and eloquent speech to the new
The age-herald., 1899-09-22
VERY LOW RAJ ES EAST VIA ALA.
 BAMA GREAT SOUTHERN R. R.

On account of Dewey Day celebration, the Alabama Great Southern railroad will sell tickets to New York and Washington at one and one-third fare for round trip. Tickets on sale for New York September 26 and 27; Washington September 20 and 3O
 Double daily service, excellent equipment and quick time you get if you buy your tickets from the Alabama Great Southern railroad.
 For sleeper reservations, etc., call on any agent of the Alabama Great Southern railroad or write R. M. Ellis, travelling passenger agent, Birmingham. Ala.
 9-19-to 30
The age-herald., 1899-09-22
How Robb.e si,5ii. d ,ho answer

From the London Spare Moments.
 At a school examination in the north of Scotland the following questions were asked by the inspector:
 lnspector-Now, boys, how many of you are there in this class?
 Boys-Ten, sir.
 Inspector-Quite right. Now tell me how many hands and feet are there among you. Boys-Forty. sir, was the reply.
 Inspector-Quite right.
 After momentary pause one of the boys held his hand up.
 Inspector-What is it, my boy?
 Boy-Please, sir, there's only thirty-nne, as Robbie Thomson has only got one foot.
The age-herald., 1899-09-22
Imp rt,tion About to Begin

New York. September 2l.-Reports are current in Wall street that the importation of gold from Europe are about to begin. It is said about 9500,000 in gold has already been purchased in the open market in Lon don for shipment to New York. It is said that the National City bank is arranging to bring $5,OOO,OOO in gold from Europe. and that Lazard Freeres probably will import a large amount from Paris.