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The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-02-07


can be benefited by reducing the
water tax and raising the tax on
real estate. Several parties who
advocated reduction of the tax on
water have been figuring a little,
and they have concluded that the
proposed change is not desirable,
as they would be out of pocket, at
the lowest calculation, the percent
age the collectors would demand for
collecting the $50, 900 which the Of
ficers of the Water Department col
lect and pay over without the addi-
ton of one cent to their salaries. If
this surplus from the water rents
should not be collected, the tax on
real estate would have to be increas-
ed one-fourth over the amount now
paid and in July there would be
terrible outcry against the City
Council on account of the great in
crease of the tax rate. We advise
the Legislature and also the tax
payers to let the matter rest, it they
do not wish to increase the amount
they will have to pay in July. 1t is
the July payment that worries the
greater number of tax payers and
The great majority do not wish to
have the amount increased.
If the Republicans wish to elect
their candidate for Governor. for
Congress, and the various offices in
the State, they must cease their hos
tility to each other So long as the
Regular and Union Republicans
retain their present attitude, We
need not look for success. Not one
Of the nominees of the party in 1900
can be elected unless the different
factions unite. The Regulars can
not elect single candidate in this
county without the aid of the Union
Republicans. They tried it in 1896
and defeat followed. Tunnel was
elected Governor, Handy, Congress-
man, and there was but one Repub-
lican in the entire State, Mr.. Ella
son, of st. Georges Hundred elected
to the Legislature. We do not wish
such d stupid blundcr to be made
at our CITY election next June. or
at our State election IN 700. The
same short sighted policy that now
prevails, the prejudice that now eX-
lists, Will produce similar results.
The Republicans are bound to be-
come minority party. both in city
Nv State, unless the factions har-
monte and act together If they
wish the next Mayor to be 4 Demo
chanoa H.. 1890
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AN effort, we understand. will be
made to abolish the Street and Sew
er Commission. The Republican
members are very foolish if thew
bite at this bait. The Commission
has been a Democratic body for four
years. Next month Mavor Mclean
will appoint a successor to Commits.
sioner Plat. He will be Repub.
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The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-02-07

Go to H, Fl. koors ell King street, for
good butter, eggs and cheese. Also can
ned goods Of all kinds OF prices to suit the
times. Give him a call. DelRarvia tels.
phone 500.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-02-07

Sure Cure.
Simms " hits Pulm0nic Balsam 10
sure cure for the grippe. COG King street,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-02-07

WHAT happy home il must be
where mother puts her daughter
out in the storm and cold and locks
the door on her. Shame on such a
mother. The lower animals show
more love for their offspring. There
should be d law, if there is none.
where hcartleSs parents should be
punished. Would not the whipping
post put a stop TO a great many
acts Of cruelty? We should like tc
zee Z tried
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-02-07

Mems n and Is Winter Shoes for IT,
Cordovan Box Calf, Russsts and Heavy
Kid, at Smallsy g. McKaig's.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1899-02-07
The FEBRUARY SALE NOW ON

THE ANNUAL FEBRUARY SALE is now on
L mingtonians- the sale that means the saving
that means the making busy of a dull month
half, some one.third, and others more or less. I'm
ingly convincing on sight. 1t should be borne in
are on hand subject to the reductions, but careful
offer the new goods arriving daily at regular on
now will be stored free of charge and delivered VIII
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
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 Telegraph and Telephone Co.
FACTS AND FANelES.

Russet compilations are now much worn in connection with tanned shoes. The former are rather more expensive than the latter, and there Is really no limit to the amount sometimes paid for them.
 That tired feeling so much in request in the spring and early summer is now considered pasee, and In its place strong and elastic sensations are wide- ly affected.
 Persons with stern purses find 1t con- venient to wear a gloomy expression trimmed with corrugated brows. The cutting is on the bias and usually by old acquaintances.
 Court plasters Of varying hues to suit the taste Of the wearer, are much af- fected by the devotees of the wheel. while tetanus is quite common with persons who have been struggling with golf dialect.
 Shoes which were formerly worn with the sole carried horizontally now appear with their heels on a bias. and pantaloons formerly of dull surface are now seen with quite glossy ex- tcrior.
 It is still quite common with young gentlemen to wear their names as well as their hair parted in the middle. In the case of some gentlemen no longer youthful the parting of the hair is done with a towel.
 One of the freaks of fashion apropos of the dismembermen of China, is to have the house plentifully supplied with broken dishes. The lady of the kitchen is usually charged with the duty of supplying these. with very gratifying results.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
x At the Theater. x

It is well known fact among theatrical managers that perfee [ cast is the most difficult object to obtain in the production of q come dy. This fortunate result, if one may Judge of press opinions from all parts ot America, seems to have been obtained in the production of "Miss Francis of Yale, which will appear here Monday evening Jan. 23. This play seems likely to break all rec ords. A young American author, Mir. Michael Morton, has Ut one bound, placed himself among the foremost farcical writers of the day. It is indeed d fact. of which all Amer jeans may to justly proud that this farce is being played simultaneously in America, England Germany, Scan dinavia. France. Italy, Australia and South Africa.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
MARol cRAs APPOINTMENTS.

Several Pine Blufli4ns have re eeived appointments under Rex Petraculas, King of the Carnival and Lord of Misrule during the Mar di Gras festivities at Little Rock on February B. Among these are MT. M. B. Bloom, who has received his commission as keeper of the Kings dogs and horses, Mr. H. 6. Rather, who has been appointed 8 Knight, and Mr. J. W. Adams, who has re- ce;yed his commission as Kings Herald No doubt all of the above named gentlemen will fll thelr re spective offices on the above cca- sion.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
HEALTH SUGGESTIONS.

Try cranberries for malaria.
 Try a sun bath for rheumatism.
 Try clam broth for weak stomach. Try cranberry poultice for erysipeas. Try gargling lager beer for cure of sore throat.
 Try eating fresh radishes and yellow turnips for gravel.
 Try swallowing saliva when troubled with sour stomach.
 Try eating onions and horseradish to relieve dropsical dwellings.
 Try buttermilk for the removal of freckles, tan and butternut stains.
 Try the croup tippet when child is likely to be troubled with croup.
 Try hot flannel over the seat Of neu- ralgic pain, and renew frequently.
 Try taking cod liver oil In tomato ratsup If you want to make it palatabe. Try hard cider-a wineglassful three dimes day-for ague and rheumatism. Try taking a nap in the afternoon if you are going to be out late in the evening.
 Try breathing the fumes of turpen- line or carbolIc acid to relieve whoop- ing cough
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
IN TIE PULPITS THE SALOON QUESTION WAS ABLY DISCUSSED SUM
 DAY.
DAMNABLE LAWLESSNESS
Rev. Anderson Very Much Aroused. School Board Should Not Accept
 The $500 Donations.

As a result of an item published in the Graphic several days ago, and the Mems meeting at the Institute Sunday, the pastors of the city were very forcible in their disapproval in their pulpits Sunday of the late agreement between Prosecuting Attorney Sorrells and the saloon men.
 Rev. J. A. Andersoon of the ME. Church South was very indigaan t over the affair and delivered very ringing sermon on the question, a synopsis of which is given belo W.
 He said: sI have been told that the prosecuting attorney of this district has entered upon an agree. ment with the saloon men, that if they contribute $5 per month or $60 per year each to school district No. 3, they would be allowed to sell drinks from their back doors on Sunday on the sly. This is not right. It is blood money and the school board should not accept it.
 T am not making a personal att tack upon the Prosecuting Attor- ney. - have nothing against him, but all l want to do is to see the law enforced. 1 a.a not in politics and do not intend to get into poli- tics, but l am Tn favor of upbaildlng the morals of the city.
 The school board ought to be as honest as Judah. and waen they dis. cover corruption in their funds, they should castit at the feet from whom it came.
 "All l have to say is, if the people of this Christian land will quietly submit to such damnable lawies 3ness the spires of their churches instead of pointing heavenward should poins to hell.
 Key Cason of the Lakeside church and Rev. Crutcher of Christian church, also made very 'orcble talks on this subject, and it seems now to be general theme for discussion and denunciation.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
Ttems Worth Pernstnr.

In India the rhododendron- grows to Ia height of thirty feet. Marigolds and lcamomiles in North Africa reach a Iheight of four or five feet.
 An ignorant man who stands upon his dignity is like the fellow who .tried to elevate himself by standing 8npon q piece of brown paper.
 With an apparatus called the myo- phone q French scientist claims to #haYe proved that the nerves may live |hours after the death of the body.
 No, said the bank cashier, q didn't #aeed the money. I wasn't speculating. I had no necessity for stealing it. But, hang it, l didn't want to be called ec- centric"
 A farmer at Chrichel, England, is eccentric in a high degree. All the animals on his farm, horses. cows, pigs, and fowls. are white, and he Twill have no others.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
Lobsters Cause n Panic.

The wife of a Pittsburg real estate agent had expressed a desire for dob
 Bter. Not the common canned stuff
 but live lobster, the real thing. The .gender of town lots remembered this .and hes5ro staftirs for home bought stwo of the finest, wIde-spreading |crustaeeans that ever came out of the Atlantic To insure their arrival in |good condition he had them put Up in .a large market basket half-llled with lce and covered them with a piece of paper. AS soon as he got on 5th avenue car the trouble began. Those
 lobsters grew tired of their seclusion |and began to get in touch with their
 surroundings. The car was crowded gnd their owner had to stand. \ Suddenly sharp-faced spinster startled the car with screams of Help! Polieei" at the same time the real=estate mans arm. "Conductor. have this man arrested!" she exclaimed.
 Everybody looked at the supposed eulprit and then those nearest the pair burst into laughter. One of the lob sters was still tugging at the ladys drnce
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

The American stage has been de- luged of late years with farees of more or less merit, but none have re- ceived such universal and unstinted praise as the last Hoyt's The atre success. "A Bachelor's Honey. moon' which comes to the opera house here Oil Wednesday,, January D. The play is from the pen of John Stapleton whose long experience with the best companies and mauag- CTS has given him the advantage of thorough knowledge of the re- quirements and techniealities of the stage. He has taken conventional material and adapted it SD eIeverly tn his purposes that his play almost bears the staIrp Of entire originality. His complications are IF numerous as they are absurd and the situa- tions ure excruclatingly funny. The cast i- headed by the clever come dian Walter Walker who has won Il name for himself lately by his re- markable accomplishments in stock companies.
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GETS IN TROUBLE. A WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP DEPUTY CONSTABLE,S
 EXPERIENCE.
IN OUR CITY SATURDAY.
Officer Carl Smith Also Accidentally Gets Into Trouble by Being
 Too Free With His Gun.

Saturday night Will Pruitt, a negro Deputy Constable under Joe Pilkington, of Washington town ship, was a visitor in the city. He was perambulating on Third avenue when he spied Peter Clay, negro who he claims escaped from an off cer in Washington township several days ago
 The negro, as stated 'n Sundays Graphic, also spied Pruitt, and he broke and ran. Pruftt requested him to halt, but he did not comply, and he fired three shots at him. Officer Carl Smith, who was sitting at police headquarters at the time, heard the shooting and went to the scene. He went in the direction from which came the shots, and up- on arriving near the Dewey Hotel a negro ran from under a wagon. Mr. Smith also requested him to halt, but failing to do so he fired a shot at him. Clay ran into the arms of Officer Francis, who took him to the police station. Night Chief Peter son said he had no warrant for his arrest 2nd told him to go. Deputy Constable Pruitt stepped between Clay and the door and said Clay was an escape and was wanted in Wash ington township. The negro told Fruit to let him by, as the "white folks had said he could go. Mr. Peterson asked Fruitt to show his warrant. Pruitt claimed that he had left it in Washington township. Mir. Peterson then informed him that he could not take the negro unless he swore out warrant be- fore magistrate, which Pruitt did, as Squire Garrett was present at the time. MT. Peterson had Clay locked Tn the jail.
 Pru.tt left the office very mad and in few moments was lock ed up by another deputy cons table being charged with aggravated assault. Pruitt attempted to held Clay in the police office and place handcuffs on his wrists after MT. Peterson had told Clay he was dismissed, and that is the charge.
 TEis morning, Chief Craig layed Officer Smitt off until the shooting was investigated.
 Smith was doubtless performing his duties thinking a brother officer wanted the negro.
 Pfuitt will be tried before mag istrate ore day this week. Clay is still in jail.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

Farce comedy inits best expression will be the Initial attraction at the opera house Tuesday evening, Jan. 24th, when the latest efferyescent comedy "Finnigan'a Ball" will be offered with he famous, original Irish comedians Murray & Maci. in the principal roles. Farce comedy when well presented, is always aD appreciated entertainment. Lively tunes, spirited dances, numerous songs, good natured and fresh non sense form a very palatable amuse- ment dish-these are the fea lures of fered to theatre-goers during the en- gagement of the Ball"
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
4 CHILD KILLED.
lead Crushed By Wagon at the
 Bayou.

A little colored mute about four Hears old was killed by runaway team near the cemetery bridge on Barraque street this afternoon bout 3 o'clock.
 A negro named Dave Maxwell Pitched the lines of his-team, which @ere attached to wagon loaded Wjth wood, to a wheel on the wagon End went into house to inquire if he occupants wished to buy any sood. While he was gone the team became frightened and ran away, Ind ran oyer the little mute, crush bg it's head into a pulp. The wagon anded against telegraph pole and he horses continued their wild run. Phey were stopped neac Blooms heat market on West Barraaue Itreet.
 The little mute was the child of Sarcissus Walker.
 Maxwell may be held responsible or the child's death. as he did not lie his team properly.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
0. K W. Tomaszewski,
 Chief of Records.
shoes Must crcak in Burma.

The march of civilization in Burma is full of interest and amusement, even to the most casual observer. Young Burma cannot now go forth as his fa- ther did, in loose but comfortable san dies; he must have fancy colored socks, held in rigid order by fancy garters worn about the swell of the calf, while Cromwellian shoes with large steel buckles have caught on famously. A young student who purchased his first pair on Saturday wore them to church on Sunday, but took them back to the store on Monday, to be changed because they did not creak!
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

Dan, Smith, who accidentally shot his father in law. w. c. Goode. Sat day, and so unmercifully beat Mir. A. B. Young, his brother -in-la wae turned out Of jail by Sheriff Mccoy this morning. His trial will come up in few days.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
Nfan-Fnced Crabs.

The man-faced crabs which swarm in the island seas of Japan are queer creatures. The body is only about an inch in length, but it is crowned with a head which has face closely re- sembling that of a Chinese coolie.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

Mir. W. C.Goode. who was accident. ally shot in the leg Saturday is con sideted to be very dangerously in- iured, as the bullet cannot be located and owing to his advanced age, the wound may prove fatal.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

Marcus Sonnenschein has opened up a first t-class saloon in Fred Sen yards old stand opposite the Tru- lock Hotel, where he will be pleased to see his friends.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
Long
 Distance Telephone.

The more rapid and certain the means of communication employed. the more satisfactory will be the business transacted. Information cheerfnlly furnished by the
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
INTERESTING TO WOMEN.

Pine Bluff, Ark, Dec. 2S, lS9S.--Liz- zie Monk, of this place, says her mother took Hoods Sar4apariIla through the critical period of her life and she believes it saved her life It is the best medicine money can buy.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

The Althelmer- Furth nuptials take place at the Jewish Temple in this city next Wednesday aftern ooD at o'clock.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

The case of Henry Rogers, who is charged with aggravated assault. will come up before Justice Vance this afternoon.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

Mir. and Mrs, E. c. Viets were called 10 Little Rock today on ac- count of the death of the formers aunt, Mrs Clark Leffert in that city this morning.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
twilight Effect on Colors.

It is frequently observed that as twilight comes on red objects lose their color sooner than others, finally ap- bearing black. while other colors are still visible
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

A. B. Yonng, who was badly beaten up SaturdaQ by his brothcr-in-law ". Dan Smith, is unable to be out to- day His wounds are very painful.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

Mir. ]. $. Mcdonnell. of Altheimer, is calling on Pine Bluff merchants today.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

The Blind Boone Concert Company will appear one night only at the St. John A. M. l.. hurch. Wednes- day evening January 9. A part of the house will be reserved for white people. Admission 35 cents. 9a
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

Contractor k. k. Adams came up from his farm this morning. He said he had 2 eonyicts on the farm and they are picking from three to five bales of cotton daily when :. the weather permits.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

MT Ed Russell this afternoon in- formed a Graphic reporter that the work of construction on the new compress is progressing very nicely and It will be in operation by May 1st.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

Mir. Jeff Hicks, Of the Ice & Coal Co., left this afternoon on business trip to St. Louis.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

MT. w. C. Estes, of Memphis, is calling on Pine Bluff customers to- day.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
To the Members of the Improv d Order of
 Red Men.

All members of tbe I. o. R. M. are requested to meet at James Hall, 219 Main street, Tuesday night, 24, sun cold moon 7:30, run c. s. D. 408
 There will be yellow dog we'll done with rattlesnake oil and lizards on the side, with great moonlight wardance. Come one, come all and bring your war paint.
 B. F. Merritt,
 Sachem.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

Mir. Chas. H. Stevens, of Little Rock, Is registered at the Trulock day.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23

Rev. J F. Carr is confined 10 his room today with illness.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
CevIon,s Singing Shells.

A remarkable phenomenon connected with the Batticaloa lake is that of the singing shells, which on quiet night 1t is most pleasant to hear. Arrange ments were made the other night for his excelleney the governor to hear the novelty, and after dinner Sir West Rtdgeway was taken on the lake The night was a lovely one, and very still, and the singing of the shellS was heard to advantage.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1899-01-23
Diamonds All Colors But Violet.

HsA A'11s sH7s LIT = WI v
 Diamonds may be black as well as white, and some are blue. red, brown, yellow. green, pink and orange, but |there Is no violet diamond, although, in addition to amethyst, there are sap- phires, ruhies and garnets of that col- or.
 Miss Clara Hope, we are glad to state, is out again after being ill with Ia grippe for the past week.
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The evening times., 1899-04-08
THE COUNTRY CIRCUS.
succes.ful Entertainment Given by
the Carroll Instftute.

Successful Entertainment Given by
the Ccrr0ll Instftute.
The second night Of the Country Cir
GUS" given by the Carroll Institute. proved
to be one of the most successful and unique
entertainments ever held in Washington
complete one-ring performance under
canvas. comprising all the features Of a
first-class show, amused the six hundred
and odd people who attended.
two-pole canvas tent, the regulation
sawdust ring. lights, and seats had been
erected, and while there was no elephants
to complete the effect there was red lemon
ade and peanuts
The performance began with a grand
pageant, in which animals, clowns, and
fifty persons arrayed in gorgeous costumes
participated. The seventeen acts present.
ed during the evening were each worthy
of especial mention. Prof. Joyce and his
wonderful pupil, Ted Crinton. were re-
sponsible in a great measure for the suc-
cess of the affair. Their tumbling and
contortion act was perfect. Mr.. Johnson
and his trained dog Yankee delighted all.
An offer of $40 is made every evening to
the person who will ride the trick rony
once around the ring Won BoeckmaI, the
strong man. handled hundred pounds Of
iron as easily as he tore in two deck
of cards, and the other features. which in
cluded trapeze and slack wire perform
ances, tumbling, and juggling, were all ex-
cellent.
The clowns and George H. Cox, in his
original speeches, were very funny. In the
concert George H. O'Conner in his songs
and Charlie Green with his funny face and
monologue won rounds Of applause. Pre-
ceding the main performance everyone Wis
tied the sideshow, which contains dozen
or more excellent freaks. The circus will
be held for the last time tonight.