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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-03-09

Among the special features advertised
by Manager Fred Huber, whose Vanity
Far" Burlesque will be seen next week
at Kernan's, are the supposedly charming
and talented Nine. Dixie, Lowell and Low
ELL Farrell and Taylor. Newell and She
vett. Morrissey and Rich Emery and Mar
low, Margie Tabeau, Bessie Staunton,
Grace Milburn. and large chorus. The
two burlesques given are said TO be gor-
geously mounted and fitted out with a
complete investiture of costumes and ac-
cessories. A novelty will be introduced
in one of these in the form of three mile
bicycle race ridden by women. The usual
daily matinees are to be given during the
engagement
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-03-09

He opened the china closet. The first
thing he saw was japanned box bearing
a label informing him that there
nothing but plated ware inside. all the
solid silver having been stolen by a pre-
vious burglar"
He explored the box and all the shelves
thoroughly. but there was nothing worth
stealing. Cautiously opening the door on
his right he stepped into the kitchen.
Another card confronted him. He turned
up the gas and read:
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-03-09

Iou can't get upstairs without rousus
tle family. Take what You want here and
then try the dining room
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-03-09

Mr.. and Mrs. J. A. Oldfeld, of WEIGH,
W. Va, are visiting Mrs. Oldield's parents,
Mr. and Mrs. ]. y. Topham, OF Kenesaw
Avenue.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-03-09

Mr. and Mrs. Charles II. Mills left Wash
ington yesterday morning for St. Louis
en- route TO Corsicana, Tex. where they
go to join Senator and Mrs. Mills. Among
those who accompanied them TO the train
10 say last goodbys were Major and Mrs.
Richards. Mrs. Maloney. Mrs. and Miss
Beveridge. Miss Davidge, and Mr.. and Mrs.
and Miss Reed.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-03-09

In the farce comedy, "McFadden's Row
OF Flats the trials and trlbulations of
two rival political candidates form the nu-
cleus of a plot around which cluster in
Vulnerable minor happenings. There is
said to be no end of fun and chance for
laughter during the action of the piece
and the company intrusted with its rem
derng is supposedly not only large hut
comprises many well-knuwn specialists OF
the highest order \ glimpse at the names
of those who figured in writing the work
should be n guarantee of the genuineness
of all claims. The scenes are from pen
sketches Of that famous caricaturist of
the New York Journal X. f. Outcalt;
the book by the author OF ''Chimmie Fad
den" L. W. Townsend, aud the comedy
by Glen marlborough author of The
PrOdigal Father" The settings were paint
ed by Hart and Mcdonald of the Fifth
Avenue Theatre. New York. who have pre-
pared every production of that classical
playhouse for several seasons past while
DaZien, the Partisan cOstumer. furnished
the costumes; facts which must bear suf-
ficient weight to insure excellent pre-
sentation. 'McFadden's Row of Flats" will
be next weeks attraction at the Academy
OF Music.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-03-09

To the uninitiated the portion of tlose
announcements OF coming James Whit
comb Riley lecture which have been cir
culated in the newspapers and which give
the Information thai special excursion rates
have been made for parties from neigh
boring towns, may seem ridiculous and
absurd. Such mighty arrangements have
generally heen associated with circuses
and wild West shows; certainly never
before with the reading of a great poet.
But the fact of the matter is very simple.
Mr. Riiey's verses and stories with their
homely sentiment and their tender touches
OF humanity have won for the author a
following among country folk that is
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-03-09

Startled at this he drew his head back
and listened moment
Everything was quiet and he cautiously
climbed in. An obiong card attracted his
. tenton. 1t read:
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-03-09

almost unequaledFby 1.-THE number of ad-
mirers he has found in literary and social
circles Upon entering hamlet in his
native State the author has been greeted
in style befitting'ia President. and 1t is
no rare thing for his readers to Journey
hundred miles in order to hear him on
one of those infrequent occasions on which
he speaks This Is not only true of those
who have certain curiosity to see the
writer but also of the contingent which
comes again and again and boasts of it
afterward. There seems to be something
about the simple nodesty and unassuming
manner of the man that, coupled with his
undoubted ability to read his own works
fascinates all classes and strata of society.
Mr.. Riley's appearance here is announced
for next Monday at the Grand Opera House
and the requests for seats that have
already come in guarantee that his audi
ence will be as mixed in station and as
appreciative-and as large-then as ever
before. The programme to be offered will
consist of selections from the poets tales
and ballads divided into four varieties, the
first of these being entitled Annals of the
Poor the second "Hooser Verse" the
third Character Sketches and the last,
Rhymes of Childhood
That the Rev DR.. John Watson. bet
ter known to the reading public as Ian
hdGldTtli, w III appear btiOlt
dience when ne lectures this afternoon at
the National Theatre is attested by the
sale of seats that has preceded him. The
house was announced as having been half
sold yesterday, and should be all gone
before the doors open this afternoon, DR..
Watson's talk. which is entitled The
Place of the Minister in Scotch Life is
said to be an interesting one. The New
York Herald" in speaking of it some
time ago, said:
The Rev. Dir. John Watson 0an Maclarcr) de-
lvered a lecture The Place of the Minister
in Scotch Life in the large ballroom of the
Waldorf-Astoria last night, and drew large .u-
diencc.
DIR. Watson showed how much the minister in
Scotland had had to do with shaping the char
actcr of the people. He also read with capital
effect serious and humorous passages from his
book, The Life of DIR. Davidson, of Drumtoch-
| ty.'' lie frequently interrupted by applause,
and also by laughter Tor the amusing portions
OF his address and readings.
This will be Dr. Watsons only appear
ance here this season, and those who
wish to see him have only one o2portu-
nifty.
Among the special features advertised
by Manager Fred Huber whose Vanity
Far" Burlesque will be seen next week
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-03-09
A BURGLAR TRAP.
Mysterious and Deceptive Accom-
modntiOns.

NIT0W IHF 'HIiaSV TIIDuhr-J
With deXterity acquired by long prac-
tice the burglar pried up the pantry win
dow and thrust his head inside. \ dim
light was burning and large card with
this inscription confronted him:
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1899-03-09

That's al right, Don't make noise. and
don't disturb the family. We are all asleep.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1899-12-22
THE B. & 0.
Will Build Another Line That
Will Make It's Route
Shorter.

Cleveland, Dec. 19.-The talk of the
establishment Of a Baltimore & Ohio
Cleveland d-Cincinnati line has about
died out. 1t is said that such is not the
intention of that company at present.
1t is stated, however, that the company
has such a scheme in mind eventually.
1t was stated yesterday that the b.
& o. will in the near future, build about
70 miles of line, and thereby secure the
short line to Cincinnati, 1t is stated that
four years ago a spur from Lodi to Mil
lersburg was built, which was to be the
first link in the new line. At the same
time surveys of a line from Cleveland
to Lodi and from Millersburg to New
ark We're made. 1t is stated that this
work is to be taken up again. This will
give the b. & O. line 262 miles in length
to Cincinnati, against 263 miles, which
is the present short line. In addition to
it's advantage as a Cincinnati line, the
new line would also control business
from Millersburg, Wooster, Newark and
GAINESVILLE.
In this connection it was also rumored
yesterday that the Valley contemplates
extending its line from Canal Dover to
Cambridge.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1899-12-22
HEART DISEASE
CAUSED DEATH.
A Woman Found Dead In Bed
At Waco.
THE CORONER WAS SUMMONED
And Rendered an Opinion That Her Death
Was From Natural Cause The
Funeral to BE Held
Wednesday,

Coroner Schuffell was summoned to
Waco on Monday evening to view the
remains of the late Narissa Shearer
who was found dead in bed by relatives
Monday morning. The deceased was a
sister of-Mrs. Isaac Barnett, and was
46 years of age. She retired Sunday
night apparently in good health. When
a member of the family called for her
Monday morning there was no reply,
and when her room was entered the
body was found. The funeral services
will be observed Wednesday morning
at 9 o'clock the remains to be inferred
in Mapleton. The coroner rendered a
verdict of death from heart disease.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1899-12-22

WITH HEATHENS.
Alien Labor Commissioners Tur-
ner Writes About 1t.
THEY LAY DOWN THE COIN
In Great wads, But Make No Fuss About
It--Chinese Merchants Con-
sidered Anything But
Slow.

! Mr.. J. A. Simonds, of the Barnett, is
in receipt of letter from Mr.. Thomas
f. Turner, who left here about the
middle of November for San -.,...,.sco,
where he went as the agent of the
Unitd States Industrial Commission to
investigate the alien labor law and the
conditions in California.
The letter is largely personal but con-
tains some information and facts about
business which will no doubt be sur
prise to the great majority of readers.
Mr.. Turner is particularly impressed
with the wealth and business attain
ments of some of the almond-eyed
brethren of the coast who are all sup
posed in this section to be particularly
and peculiarly adapted to but the one
line of business of laundering.
He says: "a number of the Chinese
merchants here are rated at over
million. One firm pays each year in
duties alone to the government an av-
erage of $15O,OOO. Last Wednesday af-
ternoon 1 was with the collector of Gus
toms at his office when the leading Chi
nese firm of the city settled the duty on
just a single cargo all shipped in one
vessel. How much did they pay in
duty? An even $4,000 Think of it.
When saw those pigtailed gentlemen
fork over to Uncle Sam $4,000 without
any more fuss than 1 would create in
laying down $40 for suit of clothes, 1
came to the conclusion that the
Heather Chinee is not so slow after
ALL"
He also is impressed with Chinese
merchants and the merchandise they
offer. II only wish you could go
through some of their stores with me-"
said Mr.. Turner. Never before have l
seen such lacquered work, ivory carv-
ing, silk embroidery and work of that
description. Little ivory images, hand
carved-no larger than an ordinary
book, ranging in price from $25 to $1,000
each. L saw one piece of hand carved
ivory which is valued at $6,OOO."
Mr.. Turner is enthusiastic over San
Francisco and her prospects and says
that she is destined to become the great
trade center of the country instead of
New York, as her port is the gateway
to a market of three times as many
people as are open to Atlantic cities.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1899-12-22
SPECULATIVE WAR,
Another Panic In the Stock Ex-
change and Some Bad Buy
ing Orders Are Given.

ENews-Democrat Leased Wire Service.I
New York, Dec. 19.-Great crowds
gathered in the vicinity of Wall street
today, in spite of the action of the
clearing house yesterday to relieve the
money market and the proposal of the
secretary of the treasury to increase
government deposits in national banks
First transaction Of the stock exchange
show violent speculative conflict. Bad
buying orders have been given and
gains from one to five made in opening
but lots Of selling orders drove prices
down and much irregularity followed
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1899-12-22
ALLIANCE AFFAIRS.
Special to News-Democrat.

Special to News-Democrat.
Alliance, Dec. 19.-The annual orator
ical contest to select a representative
for Mt. Union college in the state ora
torical contest, which will be held next
year at Springfield, on February 18th,
was held in the Linnaean literary So
ciety hall at the college last night and
was won by Thomas b. Fletcher, of
Minerva, whose subject was "The Mob
versus Law. THE other contestants and
their orations in the order of their final
grades were: Charles l.. Austin, of
New Baltimore, "Our Country's Wealth
not Gold;" Curtis j. Bowman, of San
dyville, "The Extension of Modern
Civilization;" and Luther d. Malone
OF Morgantown, w. Va, Democracy
and Education" The judges on thought
and composition were Rev. j. c. Ar
buckle, ID. D., of Columbus A. j. Clark
of Wheeling, and Rev. A. III. Norcross
ID. D., of Washington c. III. The judges
on delivery were Rev. r.. A. Carnahan,
of Alliance; Rev. j. II. Bickford, ID. d,
of Pittsburg. and Rev. Clark Crawford,
of East Liverpool.
The grades of Mr.. Fletcher and Mr..
Austin were almost tie for first place.
Mr. Fletcher will represent Mt. Union
in the state contest and Mr.. Austin
will respond TO toast at the banquet
to be given after the state contest.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1899-12-22
ITEMS FROM SPARTA.
What the Last Mail Brought In from
the Sandy Valley--A Newsy
Budget.
Sparta, Dec. 10, 1899.

Sparta, Dec. 10, 1899.
William Baughman, the truant Off
Ger, is kept busy looking after the tru-
ants.
The board of education of Pike TIP.
met last Monday at the hall, and
among other business ]. p. Hewenstine
moved that William Geckler be ap-
pointed director to fill the vacancy on
the board caused by the death of James
k Exline. All members present voted
for him and he was declared elected.
They selected very good man for the
place. He is very much interested in
the schools.
William Geckler received the news of
the serious illness of his brother George,
who lives at Zoar Station. He was at
his bedside Sunday
Rev. Herron's meetings are still in
progress and much interest is taken.
Rev. Flemming preached here Sun
day He will come once more and then
he will preach at Cleveland. Brother
F., has done good work and will be
greatly missed by the town.
A. r. Eversole visited his aunt Susan
Moss at Navarro last week.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1899-12-22
HARD TALES
Told by a Wife in a Petition for
Divorce Filed in Common
Pleas Court.

Daisy NJ. Myers tells some hard tales
about her husband. Jesse H. Myers.
She has filed petition in court asking
that the judge compel Jesse to ray her
alimony. The petition was filed Tues
day by w. J. Piero. The wife says
that she and her husband were mar
ried on the 18th of last January. On
April 80 she declares that Jesse aban-
doned her while she was on a sick bed
and that he has not been back since.
On August 10 a child was born and she
has had to shift for herself and the
child. She says her husband makes $50
a month and the court is asked to have
him turn over portion to his wife's
support.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1899-12-22
JACKSON BANQUET
Canton Man Among the List of
Speakers For the
Occasion.

Akron Democrat: The banquet to be
given by the Akron Democratic club in
honor of President Jackson will be held
at the Buchtel hotel, Monday evening,
January 8. The tickets will cost a dol
lar each and the menu will be all that
could be desired. Some distinguishe 1
and eloquent speakers will be present,
invitations having been issued to Col.
w. j. Bryan, Hon, John r. Mclean,
Col. Kilbourne, Major C. C. Weybrecht,
OF Alliance, Hon. John Il. Monnot, of
Canton, Prosecuting Attorney H. A.
Mykrantz, of Ashland, Mayor e. II.
Moore, Of Youngstown, Hon. o. s.
Rockwell, of Kent, and others.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1899-12-22
IMPORTANT CASES
Heard In the COlumbiana COun-
ty Courts Before the Holiday
Adjournment.

Lisbon, Dec. 19.-Quite a number Of
important cases were decided in the
courts here before adjournment for this
term
In the case of I. B. Cameron, receiver,
VS.. d. c. Bower e. Co., the jury decided
that two of the notes sued upon involv-
ing $4,000 have been paid; that two
others for the same amount were not
paid There was no dispute on these
two, however The jury also decided
that Bowers indebtedness to the bank
on running account was $4,703. The
receiver was ordered to allow these
claims of the bank with interest, which
in all amounts to $1O,426.
Seth Williams, of Leetonia, pleaded
guilty to burglary and was sentenced
to two years in the penitentiary.
Ed. Nichols, of Salem, pleaded guilty
to four indictments for selling liquor On
Sunday. He was fined $50 and costs
and sentenced to ten days in the county
jail in each case. In default of the
payment Of the fines and costs he will
be sent to the Canton workhouse.
There were four indictments against
w. II. Thompson, of East Liverpool,
for selling liquor to minor. He plead
ed guilty in two cases and was fined
$40 and costs in each. The other
charges were nolled.
Ben Wyant, of East Liverpool, plead
ed guilty to furnishing liquor to a
minor and was fined $40 and costs Two
other indictments against him were
nolled.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1899-12-22
WOULD DO HIS BEST.
Young Man Said He Would Take
the Lady and 1t Was
Done.

Mr.. Jackson, one of the local colored
citizens, appeared before Squire Reig-
ner Monday night and told the justice
he wanted to have wedding in the
family. The young man in the case is
Charles Jenkins, the lady Della jack
son, daughter of the visitor. The squire
told him he thought he could do the
job, and the father went out and got a
license. Mr.. Jenkins and Miss Jackson
stood up and the squire assumed a cler-
ical air. and proceeded:
Twill you take this lady to be your
wife?" asked the court.
'Tll do the best 1 can sah," replied
Mr.. Jenkins.
"Will you take this man to be your
lawful husband?" asked Mr.. Reigner,
of the lady.
Yes, sir" she replied, and the two
made one departed while father-in-law
Jackson settled the bill.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1899-12-22
R0BERTSVILLE RIPPLINGS
News Items of Interest to the People
of That Section Gathered By
a Correspondent.
Robertsville, Dec. 1S.

Robertsville, Dec. 1S.
Mr.. Norman Reese has re-opened his
coal mine.
Mr.. William Muffiy is at home visit
ing his parents. He has just recovered
from a severe attack of diphtheria.
Mr.. Edward Schory who is attending
school at Osnaburg, was home Sunday,
calling upon his parents and friends.
The slaughtering of porkers is the
order of the day and our townsmen,
Messrs PariZo and SANGER are busily
engaged at the work.
The Reformed Sunday school of this
place is preparing a program to be
given on the evening of the 25th. Sun
day schools in neighboring towns are
also preparing Christmas programs.
The literary program given by the
Excelsior school, under the direction of
their teacher, Mr.. Snyder, on Saturday
evening last, was first-clas in every
respect and heartily appreciated by all
who heard 1t.
The musical and literary entertain
ment given by the Tolpahock school,
on last Friday evening, was greatly ap-
preciated by the large audience that
was in attendance. The program was
instructive and entertaining through
out.
The first number of the Robertsville
lecture course will be given Wednesday
evening, December 20. by DIR. A. b.
Riker. president of Mt. Union college.
DR.. Kicker will lecture on what Shall
we do With Our Boys?" No one should
miss this opportunity to hear this noted
educator and pulpit orator.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1899-12-22
JUDGE WISE
Working on His Criminal
Docket and DispOsing of
Some Cases.

Judge Wise is still at work on his
criminal docket. The cases are being
mostly settled up without trial and the
term promises to be short. Monday af-
ternoon Bena Garman, charged with
using profane language came in and
entered a plea Of guilty. She is a wash
erwoman and got into little alterca.
tion with neighbors and used some
rather strong terms to express her opin-
ion of things. In view of the facts
the case Judge Wise made the penalty
as light as possible and assessed her 81
and costs.
Anna Bursenowskey, who was told
Monday that if she would pay the costs
in her case it would be dismissed came
in Tuesday and settled the whole mat
ter up.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1899-12-22
An That Feature Of the Mater as Well as
Getting an Electric Line Opened
Between This City aud Ma
yarre bow the Case
Now Stands.

Special to News-Democrat.
Massillon, Dec. 19.-As exclusively
announced in Mondays News-Demo
1rat the electric street car line con
meeting Massillon and Navarro will be
built and the road will be constructed
by the Canton -Massillon Electric Rail.
1ay company and not by any outsider
The exact time for commencing the
~ork has not been decided but it is al
most certain that the line will not be
constructed before next spring.
President w. A. Lynch, of the c. NJ
a. railway company was in the city
Monday evening when he was to meet
the city council. Through n mistake
made in telephoning, the council was
advised that Mr. Lynch would he there
at S o'clock whereas his intentions were
to arrive at the council chamber at $50
R'ciock When he arrived at that hour
tho council had adjourned but all MEM
Sers, with the exception of Mr.. Jacoby,
went to City Solicitor Young's law
sfTice and there a discussion Of the diff
fererces existing between the city and
the railway company ensued.
NAVARRO LINE ASSURED.
Btr. Lynch promised to construct the
street car line to Navarro. lie also
promised to make several needed ex-
tensions Of the lines in this city. In re-
eurn for these improvements Mr.. Lynch
asked that several notifications be
made in the company's franchise. The
proposition of Mr.. Lynch was taken un-
der advisement by the council and they
VIII meet to consider the matter some
time within the next two weeks. In the
meantime it was argued that the case
pending IN court on the bond should be
continued until January. All rights of
The council were reserved and no Off
Cial act was done by the council to in
any way bind itself
Among the notifications requested
by Mr.. Lynch in his franchise, it is un-
SssStood, is that of giving his company
dhe privilege Of placing a double track
IN East Main street. The company ev-
identity intend to promise good service
Il. it. is given the opportunity and the
$5uble tracking of both ends OF the
Mterurban line and the changing Of
she guage seems to be the object in
view. All the company wants, or at
Beast it's principal desire is, evidently.
ihe granting of the privilege permit
aing the double track in East Main
street in Massillon and West Tuscara-
Eas street in Canton. If this can be
secured it is understood the guage Of
the entire line will be changed; large,
and comfortable cars will
be placed on the interurban line and 30
minute service given between the two
fOWns. Massillon seems anxious to aid
the company in it's efforts.