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Evening star., 1899-04-29
CRITICISMS SENT TO MRS. ALGER.
The Latest Method Of Annoying the
Secretary of War.

Nearly all the cabinet officers are In al
most daily receipt of crank letters, as well
as others from weil-meanfng persons who
undertake to instruct them in their duties
Few Of them receive any attention, for they
are generally harmless. Secretary Alger
however is the subject of more vindic-
tive attack, and his correspondence incloses
daily about every disagreeable criticism
upon the Secretary's conduct that is to be
found in opposition newspapers. A rather
unusual feature of the attack is the send
ing of duplicates of these annoying articles
to Mrs. Alger under cover of disguised
hand. Secretary Alger has, however, come
to recognize the handwriting of the address
of these communications SO that he is en-
abled to destroy the letters without opening
them.
Evening star., 1899-04-29


MAUDE ADAMS AS JULIET.-An event
Of unusual Importance is set down for the
evening Of Thursday, June l. when the
stage of the New National Theater will be
occupied by that favorite artistic, winsome
Maude Adams. The offering to be made on
that date, Romeo and Juliet, will come to
Washington in all It's entirety, for a single
performance exactly as it will be produced
on May at the Empire Theater. New
York. Mr.. Charles Froham will surround
Miss Adams with a notable company drawn
from his leading companies, and will give
to Romeo and Juliet the most pretent1ous
scenic investiture that this famous love
tragedy has ever received. Mr.. William
Faversham has been selected for Romeo,
and the part of Mercutio will, through spe-
cial arrangement with Mr.. Daniel Froh-
man, be In the capable hands of Mr.. James
K. Hackett
The management have decided, in order
to accommodate the general public, to take
orders for seats for Miss Adams single ap-
pearance. and applications may now be
made at the box office Of the National.
Evening star., 1899-04-29
Army Orders,

Acting Assistant Surgeon Clarence H.
Long United States army, has been order
ed from Gainesville, Ala, to Havana, Cuba,
for assignment to duty.
First Lieutenant Edward r. Schreiner. as
slstant surgeon, United States army. has
been relieved from further duty at Piatts-
burg barracks, n. Y, and ordered to San
Francisco, Cal, for assignment to duty
captain Frank del. Darlington, 1st Uni
ted States Infantry, has been ordered, upon
his relief from duty at Vancouver bar
racks Washington, to proceed to New
York city for orders
Evening star., 1899-04-29
CLAIMS FOR EXTRA PAY.
Amount to he Paid In the Navy Near
ly SSOO.OOO.

Auditor Morris for the Navy Department
has almost completed the adjudication of
the claims from naval officers and seamen
for the one and two months extra pay au-
thorized by Congress. 1t is found that the
total amount to be paid out will be nearly
sS0O.OO0
Auditor Brown for the War Department
is stlll receiving claims from the army, and
many months will eIapse before these are
settled 1t is impossible to estimate the
probable sum which will finally be granted
Evening star., 1899-04-29
INCREASE IN MONEY ORDERS.
Indication of the Improvement in til
business 0fEfheH Country,

IndfcRtfOn Of the fmQfOVement I'm the
business of the Country.
AS an illustration Of the Improvement in
the business of the country the fact may
be cited that the computation OF the money
order transactions Of the Post Office De-
partment, Just completed by the auditor,
for the six months ended December 81. all
of the accounts having been checked to
that time, shows that during that period
money orders were issued to an amount
$40, 400 In excess OF the issues for the
very much greater than during any corres-
ponding period within the past thirty years
Incidental to this it may be stated that
the remittances by postal money order from
Manila prior to March 10 were in excess of
sos, 900.
Evening star., 1899-04-29
GRAND CONCERT.

FOUNDRY NJ. F.. CHURCH, 14TH AND G SITS,
Wednesday evening. May 3, by the Foundry Quar-
tet, assisted by the best local talent among whom
Mrs. Nellie Wilson Shir-Ciff, Jasper d. Nc
Fall, B. Frank Gebest Dr. Bischoff, Melville d.
Hensey, Prof Yundt and others. Tickets, 25c.,
for sale at Sanders & Stayman's, 1927 + ST. a29-3
Evening star., 1899-04-29
PEARL HARBoR CoAL1NG STATION

Taking Steps Toward Establishing a
Naval Base.
Preparatory to establishing a naval base
at Pearl Harpor. Hawaii. the army engi-
neers who will be in direct charge of the
work Of excavating the channels connecting
Evening star., 1899-04-29
A GARDEN pARTy

A GARDEN PARTY
VIII be given at the CORCORAN GARDEN. LA
FAYETTE SQUARE. on MAY l. from 4 TO T. by
the WASHINGTON DECORATIVE ART SOCIETY
and WOMAN'S EXCHANGE. of which Mrs. Rich
ardson is president and Mrs. Stone vice president
under the patronage of the following ladies':
Mrs Hobart. Miss Riggs.
Mrs Hay, Miss Slater.
Mrs Gage, Mrs Sheridan,
Mrs Miles. Mrs. Edward Douglas
The Countess de LIGHTER White.
velde Mrs. Boardman
The Viscountess de SantoI Mrs Fitzhugh Coyle
Thyrso Mrs. Crowninshield
The Countess EsterhaZy, Mrs. Elktns,
Mrs. Anderson. Miss Gwynn,
Mrs Bddle. Mrs Archibald Hopkins
Miss Kibbey, Mrs Hobson,
Mrs Muckay Smith, Mrs Harriet Lane John
Mrs. ID. z. Morgan, ston.
Mrs. Mcmillan. Mrs j. N. Johnston.
Miss patten.
Evening star., 1899-04-29

which pathos and humor go hand in hand.
Mr.. Lackaye will be at the National
Theater next month,
Evening star., 1899-04-29

Thousands Of situations have been oh
tanned through the want columns OF The
Star.
Evening star., 1899-04-29

is most efficient one both from dra-
matte and numerical standpoint. Their
work Is graced by superb settings, all of
which are supplied with the latest mechan-
lcal appliances. Eliza's escape over the ice
Hoes OF the Ohio river, the steamboat race
ana the collision are all manipulated by
the most intricate pieces of mechanism and
stage devices. In the street parade, which
takes place at noon daily, the entire ag-
gregation appears in a procession over
quarter of a mile in length. Three bands
OF music one of which is the whangdoodle
plckaninnies, furnish the music and a COM
pany of Georgia camp meeting shouters, en-
llVens the procession with shouts, typical of
the portion OF the country from which they
come.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
WILL PROBE THE CHARGES.
ngehraska Legislature Appoints a Commit tee to Investigate Conduct of State
 Auditor Cornell

Lincoln, Neb., Feb. i4-When the Legislature convened to-day a message from the governor was read in both houses. It referred to the charges oi corruption in the state auditors office made by the Omaha Bee and asked that Q, joint committee of the two houses be appointed to investigate them in order that if guilt was established the proper parties might be punished and if the charges were not true the auditor nigh be yin. dicated. Both houses promptly adopt ed the governors suggestion and a committee was appointed which will immediately take up the work. The charges were that the state auditor, J. F. Cornell, through the medium of the insurance examiners of his office, had beenguilty of fholdingup insurance companies by charging excessive fees sOr examinations
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
THE MESSAGE FROM scHLEx.
nsiiy Admitting That Jsmpson De- served Credit of Santiago Victory.


 Washington, Feb. 1A-One of the most interesting exhibits in the cor rcspondence sent to the senate by Soc -rctary Long in answer to the resolu tion calling for the facts and records On which the promotions of Admirals Sampson and Schley were based, is 8 telegram from Admiral Schley ac- 1cnowledgipg that Sampson deserved the credit for the victory over Ger. vera's feet This telegram was sent without solicitation by the depart. ment. It was frank state ment that pleased the administration and had some effect in bringing about the de. cision of the navy department to rec. ommend Schley's advancement The dispatch is dated Siboney, July 10. just one week after the naval battle off San utiago. and is as follows:
 Feel some modification that tho newspaper accounts on July have attributed victory of July almost entirely to me. Victory was SC |. cured by the force under the command of the commander-in-chief north Atlantic station, and to him the honor is due The end of the line held by the Brooklyn and the Vixen was heavily assaiied. and they had the honor. with the Oregon. of bsing in the battle fyom the be- ginning to the end, and I do not doubt for . moment that full and proper credit will be given all persons and all ships in the oficial report of the combat
The Mena star., 1899-02-15

ware pot. and then put aside to cool, stirring occasionally to prevent the preparation from becoming too hard. Spread this ointment on lint, and keep the chilblains covered with it at night, and as much of the day as is prac- ticable.
 If you are troubled with soft corns, do not fail 10 try the following treatment: Soak the feet well at night in not water. in which has been dissolved a few crys- tals of permanganate of potash. Then dry carefully, especially between the toes, anc dust the skin in these parts freely with mixture of jamie acid and boracic acid Next morning wash carefully with pure soft soap and cold water, thoroughly dry. and powder with boracic acid.
 A piece of lemon or split raisin bound on hard corn will very often cure it. The first application may produce sore ness. but if treatment is persisted in a reasonable length of time. cure will likely be effected. If not. try the fol- lowing preparations: Thirty grains of salicylic acid and five grains of Indian hemp, to be dissolved in half an ounce of coilodion.
 For tired and tender feet. nothing is better than to bathe the feet and legs from five to eight minutes in hot water in which has been dissolved handful of good sea salt. Rub briskly with coarse towel and apply slices of lemon tn the soles of the feet.
 For cracked and chapped hands and lips: Three drachms of camphor, three of white wax and three of spermacetti, two ounces of sweet olive oil. Put the ingredients into jar. Set in sauce. pan of boiling water and let it melt, stirring all the time. Pour. while hot, into little jars.-Philadelphia Press.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
Care of the Skirt.

Muddy weatheris always a sore trial to woman wearing a nice skirt, but she can do something to preserve it from permanent ruin. In the first place when returned from a muddy street she should hang the skirt before fire but not too close, so that the mud may dry quickly. When dry the mud spots should be loosened by rubbing with the edge of a penny. and the dust should then be gently brushed off with brush of moderate firmness. Too rough a brush must not be used. especially up- on smooth-faced cloths. for it is liable to roughen the surface. If after this brushing the mud marks are still vis- ibie, sponge the spots with alcohol or methylated spirits, and the material will be left clean and unmarked. In taking off damp skirt be careful to hang it out as fiat as possible over a chair, as if thrown down carelessly in that condition it will contract incl egant reases.--Philadelp Press.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
Tnsg want ,ts ne rouce.ee.

New York, Feb.@H. The Cuban Edu. -catlonal association. which hse head. quarters here, is receiving appeals daily from worthy students in Cuba and Porto Rico asking for transfer tc the educational institutions of the United States Many of these sppli. acants exhibit intelligence to marked degree. but unfortunately they are de- hcient In the English language and have very little money.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
s0UINTING EYES.
Cause of the Habit Given by an Eng fish Specialist of Ex-
 perience.

In a earned paper on the subject of convergent strabismus by Prof. Priest. ly Smith. which constituted the last Bowman lecture of the Ophthalmolog. cal society, it is stated that the onset of strabismus is often attributed to fit, fright. fall or other such occur renee, and still more often to an illness such as whooping cough or measles Making allowance for the frequency of such events among children and for certain disregard of time and sequence in their elders, it seems to me. says Prof. Smith, highly proba ble that these supposed causes are very often real causes. Some such explanation of the onset was given. with show of reason, in more than two-fifths of my cases, and the proportion would no doubt have been higher had not many of the pa. tients been brought by persons who knew nothing of their antecedents.
 In many cases the history was def. mite and not to be upset by cross-exam. ination. For example, a child who had never been seen to squint before came from school squinting badly. having that morning been put into the corner with a cloth over her head. Another did the same immediately after having his head pushed into bucket of water by his brother; another after sitting in scalding water; another after being terrified by a monkey which jumped on to her shoulder. No less clear in many cases was the history of onset during measles. whooping cough or other constitutional disorders.
 All these are conditions which may grayely disturb the nervous system. Shock. anger or apprehension impair the control of muscular action. They cause the knees to shake. the voice 10 tremble and even the hand of the ophthalmic surgeon to become uD. steady. Febrile disorders cause deli rum, convulsions and sometimes tran sient strabismus and leave the nervous system exhausted. Is it not highly probable that such disorders occurring in young children may interrupt the action of those higher centers which SOn tllC CA lDG anu this not only where control is already difficult by reason of amblyopia or CT. TOT of refraction, but even in children whose visual apparatus is normal for their time of life, but not yet fully de veloped? The old idea that the squint- ing child needs little skillful surgery and nothing more is dying out. Most people know that glasses are often nee essary, but that the child may require teaching, at some trouble. to use the squinting eye is a new idea to many. It is easily grasped, however and must be grasped if our efforts are to be effective. I have used the word educative as help in that direction. Of course there are parents and there are children on whom all time and trouble spent in this way are entirely thrown away. but on the whole have been surprised at the care and patience with which directions have been carried out, even in homes where one might least expect it.-Lon- don Standard
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
TIMELY REMEDIES.
They VIII Be Found Useful fe Those Who Are Afflicted with
 COrnn.

To cure an ordinary case of chilblain, take piece of lemon. sprinkle fine salt over if. and rub the feet we'll. X sure cure for broken chilblains is the follow ing: Take quarter of pint of oil of sweet almonds. one ounce of Venice tur- pentine. three ounces of beeswax cut into shreds; melt all together in a white
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
He Nominated Garfield.

St. Louis, Feb. IA. w. Campbell, editor of the Wheeling (W. Va) Intel ligencer, died in this city yesterday at the residence of his sister, Mrs. Jane C Dawson. He was prominent poli- tician and as a delegate to tho repub- lican convention in 1880, placed in nomination James A. Garfield for the presidency. As editor of the Intelli- gencer he became one of the best Known newspaper men in the country.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
Apple and Peach Trees for Sale.

have at nay place in Halls addition lot of apple and peach trees ready to be transplanted and will take orders for spring delivery of any nursery stock. All stock warranted true to name. J. l.. HoRNER,
 At Agent Huntington Nurseries.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
Rockefeller.

It IS said his income is only Some $25 minute, But with the strictest economy He is able to live within it. Yet by close watching his chances, In a few years more, it is reckoned, He'll be in easy circumstances. On S25 a second.
 Chicago Tribune.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15

Geo. w. KDowlton pays the highest cash price for hides, tallow, wool, belts, bees-wax ana all kinds of roots Located at N Nj. Roachs warehouse east of frieght depot on Sherwood avenue, Mena. Ark. 2s.tf
The Mena star., 1899-02-15

Dr. Sawyer's Little Wide Awake Fills give purity of body and vigor of thought by perfectly regulating the bowels and cure biliousness, inactive liver and constipation Jackson Drug -<Q O |
The Mena star., 1899-02-15

One cent dose is all we ask for Dr.
 Simmons Cough Syrup. and we are pledged to refund the cost price per bottle if it fails to do all that is claimed for it. You get immediate relief, Jackson Drug Go. 2-1
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
Re Nominated 1sarna,a-

St Louis, Feb. 14.-A. w. Campbell editor of the Wheeling (W. Va Intel aigencer, died in this city yesterday al the residence of his sister, Mrs. Jane G Dawson. He was prominent poll fician and ss delegate to the repub
 iican convention in 1850, placed ir nomination James A. Garfield for tn. presidency. As editor of the Intelli Eencer he became one of the best Known newspaper men h the country.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15

The smallest rnIngs may exert the greatest influence. De Wits Little Early Risers are unequalled for over coming constipation and liver trou bles. Small pill, best pill, safe pill. Hanes & Egolf.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15

Mothers Trusted Friend, Squaw Vine Wine or Tablets, prepare the System for Confinement. shorten labor and make Childbirth easy. 2.I
The Mena star., 1899-02-15

Does it pay? Yes, because in case Dr. Simmons Cough Syrup fails to cure or give satisfaction the purchase sznoney is refunded. Try a bottle. Jackson Drug Co. 2-1
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
Not All Talk.

Yeast-Do you believe married peo- pie always quarrel?
 Crimsonbeak = No: sometimes they fight.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
WARNING ORDER.

NJ. McGamery Plaintiff
 vs. Polk f,irct,st conrt D c. McGamery, Def'dent
 The defendent, D. c. McGamcrv ia warn. ed to appear in this Court within thirty day4 ana answer the complaint of the plaintiff M I. McGamery " | D.rrs .,iark McPhetrigc X Johnson.
 Att'ys for plaintin. Ian. Ri. 1874
The Mena star., 1899-02-15

Don't wreck lifel From Grlhood to WomanhQod the monthly courses should be regulated with Simmons Squaw Vine Wine or Tablets. 2-l
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
Prof. T. Elliot Holt, M. D
 MENTAL SCIENTIST.

Dellneates Character; Business end Nari age adaptations according to Mehtnl and Phys lcal development: Private Req 4itgs given See him. Post-offce box 39s, Mena. Ark.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15

Coughing injures and infiames sore anngs. One Minute Cough Cure loosens the cold, allays coughing, and heals quickly. The best cough cure for children. Hanes S Egolf
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
Mena Street
 2ndHand Store,

This is the pioneer Second Hand Store of Mena where from the early starting of the town furniture and goods of all kinds have been bought and sold. By treating all people fairly l have steadily cn, larging my business. New goods as we'll as old ones bought and sold.
 B. F. ADMISSION, Prop.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
Fire fin the Texss state Prison.

Huntsville, Tex, Feb. A. The east and west wings of the state peniten- tiarv. containing prisoners and off cers' quarters burned yesterday. There were no casualties. The burned build ings cost originally S97, GOO
 Premier Sagasta, after leaving the palace at Madrid on the i1th, declared that the queen regent of Spain would sign the peace treaty before the con vening of the cortes, this being the prerogative of the crown, according to the constitution.
 s. A. Fackler, editor of the Micano- py (Fla-) Hustler, with his wife and children, suffered terribly from la grippe. One Minute Cough Cure was the only remedy that helped them It acted quickly. Thousands of others use this remedy as a specific for la grippe and it's exhaustlng after effects Hanes & Egolf.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
H. M. DAGG, M. D.

TO THE PUBLIC: have been engaged in the pracllce or medicine for 23 years and the last women. special attention and now have sft- tea ,uu up elegant apartments in the new Star TInarmacy block, corner De Queen street and forms of female diseases. Consultation free as ,o IT cant help you will tell you, and it viii nov cost you anything.
 4p.m. ioNi 'o
 Phone; office 101 residence 67.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15

To Sweeten the Breath, Brighten the Eye, Clear the Complexion and in- sure the natural Bloom of Health, use Dr. Nj. A. Simmons Liver Medicine.
The Mena star., 1899-02-15
REMOVAL SALE

For Furniture and goods of all klnds go to the Second Hand Store on East Mena street for bar gains. k. NJ. WATERS, Prop.
The evening times., 1899-07-08
RAILROADS.
Baltimore & Ohio
RAJLIkOAD
Schedule in effect june u. 1893.

Schedule 10 effect June 12. 1899.
Leave Washington f.om station corner Of New
Jersey Avenue and Street
For Chicago ard Northwest, Vestibuied Limited
trains 1926 a. M, EOS, p. m, daily.
Fo. Cincinnati. ST. Louis. and indianapolis
Express 1885 a m. VestibuIed Limited 3.40 p
m, express J2.o; night. daily.
For f.ttshurg ard Cleveland, 1875 a. NJ and
$50 and ll.5j p. m, daily.
For Columbus. Toledo and Detroit. la01 night
For Winchester and way stations. 300, 1919
u. and $50 p m
For Luray, $40 p m. daily.
FOR baltimore, week days, x2-31, 5-UO. oo''
xI:Oo x7.10. xs.00. 1850, s35. xY.30 xlo.00 a M
xl2:oo n, 2:l5, x1:15, x3:00. 1880. S:Sa. xl;3o'
40. x5.0o, x5.ld, 1880. x6ao G.3o, xso0. s3o.
xlo.OO, 1l3O, XII 20 p IN. Sundays. X %, X! 70
x7:lo, xs:0o, $780, A90O a. n.. x19;o5. l:o0. x1:l5
x3n Sss. 4.35. 1905. x5.1o, $50. $500. xio.9o.
l.. 30, y11-50 p. N.
For Annapolis, 7:lo a. m; I2:l5, and $50 p
m. Sundays. $3.50 a. m; 4:35 p. m.
For Frederick, week days, 800 a. m. lOo3.
40. $40 p. m Sundays. 800 a m. LIS p. m.
For HageTstOwn, ag io:ss m and sss $50 p Dawn m
9.o0 a.. M. 49, $50. 7.o5 p. Sundays. 800
a. M, i-i5. 7.O5 p. m.
For Gaithersburg ED way points. week days.
$50, a. m.. i..50. go. .33, 5.35. 7-o5. i25
p. m Sundays, 500 a. M, LIS. 4.33. 7.oo,
10l5 p. m.
For Washington Junction and way points 900
a. m. 4.3o, $50 p. m week days S.oo a. M
For Bay Ridge. weekdays; $50 a m. 40 p.
m. Sundays 9:35 a. M. 80 and 3:l5 p m.
Royal Blue Line.
All trains illuminated with Pintsch light.
For Baltimore, Philadelphia, New forf, Bos-
ton. and the East, week days. 7.o5. $50. 100
a. m, 12.O5, lis p. m. Dining Cars) 300
Royal Limited Exclusively Pullman Train;
Dining Car, SOS Dining Carr. 800. l1-5O and
2.35 night; (Slee2i.g Car open at 1000 o'clock)
Sundays 7.o5. o.cc a. m. 1905 noon. LIS Dining
Car. $50. 5.65 Dining Cars 500. l1.50 (Seepins
Car open 10 o'clockl and 2.35 night.
Parior Cars On all day trains.
| For Atlantic City, 1000 a M, 1905 noon, and
| LIS and 2.Oe 2. n. week days. I2.o5 noon Sun
| days.
| For Cape May. 1905 noon.
| Except Sunday. xExpress trains.
Baggage called for and checked from hotel:
| and residences by Union Transfer Co. on orders
| left at ticket Offices, 6l9 Pennsylvania Avenue
| NV. New York Avenue AID 18th Street. anc
| at Depot
| +. d. UNDERWOOD n. r MARTIN.
| I'd Y. p. and Gen Man. Mgr. Pass. Traffic.
The evening times., 1899-07-08
STEAMBOATS,.
Norfolk & Washington
Steamboat Co.

- Every day in the year for Fortress Menroe
- Norfolk, Newport News and all points south
- by the superb. powerful steel palace steam
- ers Newport News" Norfolk and
- Washington" on The following schedule:
~. Washington. $50 pm Lv. Portsmouth5:oo pm
~. Aexandria-.7:00 pm Lv. Norfolk ..-5 40 pi.i
Ar. r. Monroe.7:O0 am Ly. Ft. Monroe $40 pia
ar. NcrfolE. 100 am Ar. Alexandria. .6:3o am
Ar. Portsmouth.s: am Ar. Washington. Z go am
Tickets on sale at S17 Penn. ave, B. and
" ticket Office. 6l9 Penn. ave, and corner
= 10Th ST. and N Y ave., O. & o. ticket OIL
- nces, at 5l3 Penn. ave-. ard coo lith 81. ,
= s A. l.. Ticket Office, l43i n. y ave.. ano
- on hoard steamers
8s- For further information apply at gen.
eral Offices 7th st. wharf. Wash. D. IL
no2s-tf John c.IJ.u.y cenero, Manager