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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-10-03
SURPRISE FOR IACHTSNEN. |
THE SHANlROCKS TINE ALLOWANCE
ONE OF THE RESULTS OF FINE
WORK BY FIFE. HER
DESIGNER
DESIGNER.

There We're no actual cases ~ svooning re-
ported az the New-York Yacht Club last night
but there might have seen when the announce
rent was made that the slim little Columbia
would have 20 give her big Irish cousin a time
allowance ~ six and one-third seconds. This
has been the greatest surprise that has ever
come out of an official Cup race measurement
Fife has brought out a boat that IS bigger IN
every way than the Columbia. He has given
her considerably more beam, the exact amount
of which Is not yet stated and about foot and
p haf more freeboard 70 lie down on when the
vessel is heavily pressed He has given heT
nearly. n not quite. two feet more draught ana
lis ballast IS hung on an average fuily three
fast lower than In the Columbia. Her nm IS
deerer and more finely slim than in the ColuIn-
bia and ns lateral area is from seven 10 ten
fe.t rno-e IN over all length from forward TO
1T The grip Of the boat in the water IS vastly
greater than in the American yacht. and the
challenger's design. So far as her upper hull Is
Concerned. Is Just as finely whitfield out "a II II
i, the slim, boat The curves Of the midship sec
ZION are precisely the same In both boats nj
t~ourh u course. the Shamrock is bigger ana
has more beam. but the Shamrock is not any
more In the water IN proportion. than Is 'he
columbia and she VIII skim over the surface OF
ssa i- preciseiy the same way. There are no
itg shoulders and heavy bures under the cha4-
l-uglrg -oat
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-10-03
TIE COURSE F0R To-DAY.

The start of the first heat in this interna-
,ional affair VIII be from the Sandy Hook Light
ship al or as mar II o'clock as practicable.
Bad weather may cause a postponem-nt but =
the start does no. take place before - 30 there
VIII be no race today The course VIII DO
fifteen knots 70 leeward or wirdwari. and
back. and one boat must finish within five and
one-hah hours from the start In order - make
a race.
According 70 dispatch received from the
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-10-03

REPORT THAT THE Result WILL BE A DE-
CfDED VICTORY FOR GREAT BRITAIN
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-10-03
COLUMBIA MUST ALLOW TINE.
THE SHAMROCK GETS MORE THAN SW SECONDS AS RE-
SUIT OF OFFICIAL MEASUREMENT

ACE OF CUP SERIES TO BE SAILED TO-DA
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10

The P. L. D. society held very inter.
esting meeting last Monday evening at
the residence of Mr.. and Mrs. Blagburn
a good crowd was present. after making
arrangement for special literary pro-
gramme for the public April the 9rd.,
which will be published later, they then
listen to a very interesting talk by Mrs.
"A. Wilburn on her trip to Macon, Ca,
she gives graphic description of her trip
the Jim crow car and the harsh treatment
of the colored people then brief mention
of the colored schools, churches also the
college taught by the Northern white
friends and the colored school for the
blind, then Lieutenant A. Wilburn gave
a history of the sunny South as he seen it
from a soldiers point of view, he says,
verify verify the life of a colored cavilian
is miserable. the insult, injustice and in
human punishment by the rebels and ex-
slave holders of colored citizens is more
severe then the Spaniards do to the natl
yes of Cuba, he says that justice christian
love and brotherhoodis unknown to them.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
Mr.. A, J. Vaughn, who has been sick
for some time is still confined to his home.

One of the prettiest evening parties
given this year was given at the cosa and
nicely furnished home Of Mr.. and Mrs. l.
E. Williamson at 1912 Mulberry street,
last Thursday evening by Josie E. Mead
ows and j. L. Thompson, in honor Of
Miss Leila Shetfey Of Washington, y. c..
Fully thirty Of the young people were
present and all enjoyed themselves nicely.
A momento was presented to the one that
gussed the largest number OF an advertis-
ing puzzle. Quite an interest was mani
tested and finally Miss Sheffey received 1st
prize, Miss Stanton I'd prize. Mrs. Will
hanson had decorated her beautiful rooms
with flowers, smilax and plants. Candles
furnished additional beauty. After light
refreshments were served all departed for
home feeling glad to have enjoyed one
evening with the well known host and
hostess.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
Wait For the Big Show

If you want to spend an even
ing Of fun and amusement, don't
tail to attend the Ministral given
by Lee Brothers Darktown Mini
strel company; in the company
we have such well known artists
as: Mr.. G. johnson King of mini
strel entertainers, Robt. Wood,
every body's favorite, Messrs.
Taylor and Harding king Of Buck
wing and fancy dancing and 90
others Of equal renown, Mr.. Chas.
Shull will sing G. K. Harris latest
success MID the Green Fields of
old Virginia. This show is com>
posed OF home talent, the calk
walk Is open to all contestants.
Admission, adults IS cents chill
dren Is cents at Webster's hall,
Thursday March 10th.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
CLINTON ITEMS.

Rev. Wesley Ellerton OF Colville, Ill.
has accepted call to the Secon
Baptist church of this city, and will
shortly move his family here to reside.
Rev. James Robinson of Lyons sight
seeing in Chicago.
Miss Florence Coobcr remains quite
ill with grave hopes for.her recovery.
The election of delegate to the District
Convention was held on last Sunday.
Mrs. g. NJ, Tillman by the earnest work
of her class of which she isteacher carried
off the honors with Miss Dozier a clese
second, who was elected alternate, the
friends Of Miss Dozier hope she may Ct
tend the convention nevertheless.
The Friday night club met with Mrs.
Tlllman on Friday n; ght in business ses-
sion, the following persons were elected
Critic, T. e. Dozier; Executive committee
Miss ::Dozier; Chairman, R. D. Smith.
Mrs. M. o. Culberson; Attorney A. A.
Bush. The debate on Negro Emigration
to Cuba will be taken up in the near
future for discussion at the close of the
meeting refreshments were served by the
ladies.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
the Fairfield papers say

Iuo dIIAoIN PopOAo ooJ
The defamation that was de-
livered by Arthur Moss, who
chose for his subject, 'Valley
Forge" Mr.. Moss held the atten.
tion of his audience the best Of
any of the speakers. His voice
was strong and we'll controlled
and his gestures were exceedingly
graceful. He showed himself
perfectly at ease on the stage and
was given second place by the
Judges. Mr.. Moss, so tar as we
can learn, is the first colored boy
to enter. the High School contest
in the state Of Iowa, and only
words Of highest praise are heard
for his performance last evening.
1t is the opinion of the writer that
the onlyAhindrance to his secur-
ing first place was a slight lack of
clearness in his voice.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
AS TRUE AS GOSPEL.

Speak we'll of your friend, OF yous
snemy. say nothing.
He who says what he likes will hear
what he does not like.
A mans manners are the mirror IL
which he shows his portrait.
II cheerfulness knocks for admls-
sion, we should open our hearts Wide
to receive it, for It never comes inop-
portunely.
Learning is either good or bad ac-
cording to him that has it-an excel
lent weapon, If we'll used; otherwise,
| like a sharp razor in the hands OF
child.
Life is no idle dream, but solemn
reality based on and encompassed oy
eternity. Find out your work, and
stand to it,. the night cometh when no
man can work. - ~ .,.- ,..
All brave men are brave in initia-
tive, but the courage which enables
them to succeed where others dare not
even attempt Is never SO potent as
when It leads to entire self-forgetful-
ness. rs 81 s2 i
Human happiness has no nerfect q.
curtty but freedom. freedom non. hns
virtue. virtue none but knowledge nas
any freedom. virtue nor tnoWledxe
nas any yisor IS Immortal hope excent
u the prtnciplss - tka Christian faisS
ana y tne sanctjpns II - sCnS3sele.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
ALBA NEWS.

Mrs. Ray of Lucas passed through
Abba this week enroute TO Colon. -
Rev. johnson of Des Moinss passed
through our town on his way home
from Muchakinock to Des Moines.
Mrs. H. Jones has been very sick at hel
home in this city for the past week.
The Abba Odd Fellows of this city will
give an ice cream social and cake walk
at the Odd Fellows Hall in this city on
March the 10TH, all are invited.
Programme OF the P. L. D. society fol
Thursday evening is as follows: Address,
Burt Jones. Essay, May Davis; Recita'
ton, Ollie Tolson; Quartet, BY four boys
Select Reading, John Thomas; Recitation
Fred Parker; Song, Warn Mines; Debate
Resolved that the Spanish-American wal
was benefit to the United States, Atfir
native, Henerietta Jones; Negative
Della Davis.
The new mines south Of town is bring
ing a number Of strangers into our city
every week.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
DUBUQUE NEW S

The services of the A. NJ E, churcl
was we'll attendad all day Sunday
Missionary was held at 3 o'clock. Mrs
RoUer presided, each one answered tc
roll call with a verse from Sheakespear
There were addresses from visitors anc
members. A very interesting paper
was red by Mrs. J. S. Martin. Pro
continued at night after the services
and was very interesting. Bible read
ing will be held at. the residence OF
Mrs. c. Rober. Every one invited.
Mrs. J. S. Martain was elected as a
delegate to the Electoral College.
There is some talk of wedding in
the near future.
Mesdames. Lulu Martin and Ma tn
ews and Master George Green are still
on the sick list.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
10 DAY

Time was when in the Slaves Defense
When seazon was with perils dense,
Brave men stood up and plead his cause,
And dared condemn inhuman laws!
But now where clanked his heavy chain
His enemies would bind again,
And from him freed but yesterday
Take every blood bought right away.
Brave Sumner! Whittier! are ye gone?
Hast thou no like to call npon?
Garrison! Lincoln! we call in vain,
We shall not see their like again!
Then be the Black his own defense
And though the struggle be intense,
Fight hard fight well, for every right
That's granted by our charters might.
KATHERINE D. TILLMAN.
Clinton, Iowa.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
OTTUMWA NEWS.

Miss Francis Brown left Tuesday morn
ing for Nevada, Mo-, for her health.
S. Joe Brown of Muchakinock was in
the city the first of the week.
Rev. Mrs. Thurman of jackson, Mich
igan who has been holding meetings for
the past week at the A. NJ. E. church,
was called away Monday to the bedside
of her father.
The young people oftke A. NJ. E. church
are preparing for Easter.
Lawyer Woodson was IN the city last
week on business
Mrs. Jennie Hamilton who has been ill
for the past two weeks is better at this
writing.
Mr.. Brown Of Chicago was in the city
Sunday, visiting his mother-ln-law Mrs.
C.. Taylor.
VIM. Scott who was taken i'll while on
his way from California to Missouri with
typhoid fever. died at the Ottumwa hospi.
tai Monday morning, the remains will be
sent to Cowgirl for interment.
Geo. Taylor private in 7,h., Missouri
Volunteer, colored immunes is in the city
visiting at the home of his sister Mrs.
Caddie Cason on w: Second street. Mr..
Taylor was discharge from the service.
He had been in camp with his regiment
at Macon, Ga.
Thirty colored recruits of the Twenty
fourth United States regulars from Ind
annapolis, passed through the city last
week enrorte to join the regiment at
Fl. Douglass Utah.
Mr.. VIM Taylor who has beeu i'll is at
work again. II.
sThe young ladies ofsthe Second Baptist
church viii give ! taffy pnlling entertain.
meut March 1Oth.s
Iatsis Pauline Bsll VIII issys soon fcr
Iowa CIV u yisit hsr Grand 81
u NJ Z. CT = e. o ~ II.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
COUNCIL BLUFFS.

Mrs. Holmes was entertained Thurs
day by select number from Omaha
and Council bluffs:
Mr., II. Walker and son Ralph is on
the sick list, but is better this week.
Miss Susie Newman of Des Moines is
the guest of Mrs. A. Nealy.
Mrs. w. II. McRaven was esteemed
very highly with a surprise party, com
posed of Omaha and Council Bluffs
friends, last Friday evening.
Messers. A. Johnson and c. Harthorn,
members of the 9th Calvery of Utah, is
are the guest of Mesdames. j. Tannihill
and 4, Nealy, and their company is ap'
preciated highly by the ladies of this
city.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
SCIENTIFIC NOTES.

A new curtain-hanger is formed OF
strip of spring metal whose tendency
is to straighten, to be bent around the
pole and attached to the members OF
clamp, the jaws being closed on the
curtain by the pressure of the spring
strip.
To indicate whether a watch Is
wound or not a revolving ring is
mounted in the face, to be turned in
,ne direction by the winding stem as
The spring is tightened, the running
down of the watch turning it back
again.
Ordinary shears can be changed to
Use for cutting buttonholes by a new
attachment, consisting Of a sleeve,
y:h:ch fits on the end of the blade and
has a sharp edge to enter the cloth,
he rear of the sleeve striking the op-
posite blade to prevent the shears
from closing entirely. ~
Playing cards are automatically
shuf1led by a newly patented instrn-
ment, having flaring mouth at the
TOD, in which the cards are placed, to
drop down on a slotted CRATE, the lat
Ter being shaken by handle to drop
he cards into channel leading to
The base below, where the cards fall.
An Ohio man has patented an ami
NAL trap which sets itself automatic
,llv and kills the animals as fast as
taught, fitting platform being ar
.anged over a water receptacle, with
,ait attached to the platform, the ro'
lent tipping the cover and falling into
he water when he reaches the bait.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
FOB SCHOOL DIRECTORS
OF WEST SIDE.

At present t here are five avow>
ed candidates for school directors
to fill the tw places, in theI West
Side district they are Mr.. L. Mann
and John St. John Frank Kiest
I. Ross Thombson and A. D.
Pugh alone on the ticket, while
Of course but little interest is yet
manifested, we like all other peo-
pie would favor those who would
favor the best interest of our race
and feel confident that if Mr..
Frank Kiest and l. Ross Thomp-
son is elected that they would
give our race more consideration
then either of the others would for
at least we know that it was the
vote Of Mr.. Mann the present in.
combent who wish to succeed
himself again that voted against a
colored man for janitor thereby
causing one of our colored janitore
to loose his place, we hope that
the hundreds Of colored voters
will remember this at the polls
next Monday and vote for Frank
kiest and I. Ross Thompson fol
they are both bright young intelli
gent men worthy Of your support
and will be thankful for your aid
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
BURLINGTON BRIEFLETs.

Mr.. Thomas Anderson died at the
Mercy Hospital Monday morning after a
long and very peculiar spell Of sickness
He was christian, Scientist by faith and
was member of the Odd Fellows and
also the K Of P. lodge Of this city who
prepared and conducted b:s burial in a
creditable manner, He is survived by
bis wife, he was only % years of age.
Mr. John Simmons and Mr.. Clifford
Jones seem to be much improved at this
writing.
A pleasant surprise was tender Mr..
and Mrs. A. Drew on last Friday night.
A large number of friends were present
and nice time was had.
MIR. &. Hunt filled the A. M. E. pnlpit
on Sunday in the absence of Rev. Knight
who is Very sick with lagrippe.
The A. M. E. Sunday school are pra-
pairing fine programme for Easter.
Messrs. Folks and Shackelford are re-
ceiving many congratulations for the ex-
cellent manner in which they rendered
specialties at the Grimes Opera House.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10

He-Why did you fail to recognize
me on the street today? She-I didn't
see you. He-That's strange. saw
you twice. She-Oh, that probably ac-
counts for it. l never recognize man
in that condition. Ill.
Wite (aghast)-Henry, where did
you get that appetite? Returning Sol
dier ravenously eating away)-That
appetite, Jane, was presented to me by
the war department for gallant anQ
meritorious service in the field.
She-After all, why should we blams
Blanco? 1t isn't really his fault. l
suppose he can't help it. Some men
are constituted that way. He-I don't
quite. understand, you. Constituted.
what way? she-Why, they're so slow
about going.
Pa" said the alderman's little son,
sis there any truth in the story that
George Washington never told a lie?"
Yes, guess there is" was the reply.
Well, continued the embryo states,
man, Il don't see how he ever got his
pull in politics." S
Sheriff." remarked the condemned
murderer, as that functionary proceed
ed to put the black cap over his head.
seem to be the sinner, sure Of all
eyes," Without any further delay the
trap was sprung and the hardened
wretch went to his doom. 3
Toni saw a nickel-in-the-slot ma
chine today that will tell whether
man is in love or not. Jack-Well, the
inventor ought to make fortune out
Of it. Most any man will gladly give
up a nickel to find out whe, .fer it Is
love or dyspepsia that ails him.
"a conflict at arms" said the person
with Utopian ideas, lis always unnec-
essary and deplorable." WELL" an
swered Miss Cayenne, thoughtfully.
this one wasn't without its benefits.
It enables great many ladies to speak
of before the war without embarrass-
ment."
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
MUCHAKINOCK NEWS

Ed. Jones returned last week after an
extended visit to 'Des Moines.s Marquis.
vile and Youngstown, '@..e
Misses Eldora and Ethel Eubanks left
Thursday for their homo in Kirksville,
NO.. after spending all whites with their
mother Mrs. Addie Johnson
Percy Knooland spent Sunday IN Dss
Moines.
Lewis Nolan Jr. left for Kansas City
last week and will stay indefinitely.
s. Joe Brown went to Ottumwa Tues.
day on business.
Geo. "A. Woodson aud Miss Leila Shelf:
ey went to Des Moines Sunday the latter
will visit there several weeks.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
BOONE DOINGs,

Miss Williams Of Ogden was Sunday
visitor.
Mrs. Smith and Mrs. James Robinson
are on the sick list.
Rev. Basfeld has moved into the second
house South of the church.
The Fraser murder case ended last
week and Judge Birdsell sentenced Hall
to eight years Imprisoned and zone thous-
and dollars tine.s
Monday evening the P. G. met with
MIR. G. w. Brown, after very profitable
meeting Mrs. Brown served coffee and
cake, the members thanked Mrs. Brown
for her motherly interest in the club.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
OrItonca1 Contest At
Fairfield. sa'

r Last week the Fairfield High
School oritorical contest was held
to select representative tor the
State contest which will be held
in Burlington April 2sth., there
were nine contestants the 1st.
place was given to Rolla Ganmer,
subject American imperialism and
second place tos g. Moss who i
the tirstS colored boy 10 enter such
Il contest, below Ws print shat
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
CEDAR RAPIDS BUDGETARIAN,

The Light House Society met Frida y
night the Sd inst, with Mr. and Mrs.
Geo. H. Wade af Seventh street. A
large number We're present and most
enjoyable meeting was had. Several
important topics were discussed in an
informal way. The following officers
were elected for the ensuing terms;;
President, Geo. H. Wade; Vice Presi-
dent, Henry Martin; Secretary, Mrs.
Geo. H. Wade; Assistant Secretary.
Miss Emma Oliphant; Treasurer, W.
Fl. Milligan; Journal Mrs, Ben Hawk
ins; Critic, Mrs. J. E. Milligan, The
next meeting will be held with Miss
E. Oliphant March 10th. At this meet
ing the society will take the study of
the Beacon Light"
The Ladies' Industrial Circle will
meet with Mrs. NJ. A. Pierce Friday.
The Easter Chorus is progressing
nicely. They inject each Monday and
Thursday evenings at the residence of
Geo II, Wade.
The Ladies' Court met Thursday
March I'd.
Mrs. Flora E. Roberts is reported as
being quite i'll at this writing.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ben Persons had the
sad misfortune of loosing their IL
months old. They have:the sympathy
of host of friends.
Cedar Rapids has a female pugulist
who lis very dcsirous of entering the
ring.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
THE "STORM"
IS WITH US
Not the Raging Elements-But
a Charming Youg Lady.

Not the Raging Elements-Bu1
a Charming Youg Lady.
Miss Leila A. Sheffey, of Mo.
1912 Fourteenth St., N, w. Wash
ington, D. c. is now visiting in our
city. While here she will make her
home with Mrs. Warrick, 776~West
Ninth St.
Miss Shelly, or "Storm'', as she
is better known, is visiting Iowa as
a guest of her cousin, Attorney Geo.
H. Woodson, of Muchuakinock.
She came to this state in July, intend
ing to stay few weeks only, but as
the summer changed into autumn,
her health began to decline, and it
was necessary to prolong her stay as
she was too weak to undertake the
trip to Washington in safety. When
she became, somewhat, stronger,
her physician advised that she travel
at short intervals. and in obedience
to this advise she made almost a
complete tour of the Hawkeye State.
This is, therefore, her second trip to
the Capital City, and she will re-
main a few days in order to meet
some of her cousins, and friends,
and also visit places of interest and
learn something of our state capital
before she returns home.
1t is hard to understand why the
young lady should be called, Storm.
Her pleasant address and genial dis
position would make it more appro-
plate that Sc be called Sunshine.
Certainly no one would deny that
the term Storm could be applied to
her distinguished cousin without
much injury to that gentleman. And
yet Miss Sheffey is like Mr.. Wood
son in many ways. She IS plain,
unassuming and positive in a mark
ed degree. In complexion, features
and actions, she could easily pass
for his sister, but she abhors the
bitter fights and controversies which
have made her cousin successful
wherever he has been engaged in the
courts of our State. Lawyer Wood
son did not stop over with Miss Shef-
fey as pressing business compelled
him 10 leave1 here Sunday night
after bringing her to the city Sun
day morning. He leaves the young
lady in the hands of his friends and
doubtless Des Moines will treat her
we'll. Miss Shefey leaves Iowa fol
Washington between the 18th and
25th of March. She says that her
visit has been pleasant and profitable
and that all the Iowa people have
treated her we'll.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10

( 1t is rumored that the wedding bells
will soon ring in our city.
Mr.. Willie Taylor has accepted a po-
sition at the power station.
Miss May Taylor had a few of friends
out to tea Sunday quite number were
present.
Rev. Thomas pastor of the Methodist
church has been very ill but at present is
some better. He was called to Chicago
on the account of the death of his son.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1899-03-10
low and extensive business.

now and extensive business.
Corporal Bird of Combany D 51st.
Iowa says Manila is all right and he
would like to locate there.
The X. H. S. observed Washington S
birthday Friday, also Longfellow's birth
day the 81.
Mrs. w. P. Byrd was taken very i'll,
Friday but is reported better now,
The whist game was won by Mr.. and
Mrs. Tomlin.
Mr.. Cread Mason is in the city visit.
ing his mother and friends.
We are glad to know that the immunes
will soon be home as one Of the boys is
from our city.