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Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1899-11-02
Report for district No 40, for the

Report for district No 40, for the
month ending Oct. ~, 1899:
No. of days taught. ....... 90
No. enrolled %
Average daily attendance. .... 81
Those neither absent nor tardy
Vern, Archie and Jessie Anderson;
Cordie Busby, Sarah johnson.
Those absent but once: Carrie amp
and Mabel Cowdrey, Lola, Mona and
Irwin Scott, Mamie and Effie Nc
Cord and Grace Anderson.
RUrHE HALL, Teacher.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1899-11-02
pirst Publication Oct. Il 1sss.4w)
SHERIFFS PROCLAMATION.
Notice of Central Election.

State of Kansas. Phillips County. IS:
To all When these Presents shall Come, Greet
ing:
KNeW YE. that 1, Ritner Smith. Sheriff of
42Phl1ps County, Kansas, do hereby give pub
nc notice that general election viii be held at
the usual voting precincts IN each of the munich
pal townships of Phillips county, Kansas, on
Tuesday. November z, 1899, between the hours of
8 a. m. and O'Clock. p. m. OF said day, for the
purpose OF electing the following named officers,
County Clerk;
County Treasurer
Sheriff. for Regular Term;
Sheriff, for Short Term;
Register of Deeds;
County Surveyor;
County Coroner;
County Commissioner for 1st Commissioners
District
And in each of the municipal townships the
following officers, toWit: Trustee, Treasurer,
Clerk, Justices of the Peace where vacancies ex-
list, CoRstables. Road Overseers
Witness my hand. at my Office in the city of
Philipsburg, Phillips County, Kansas. this 3rd
day of October, A. D. 1899.
RTTNRR SMITH,
Sheriff Of Phillips County. Kansas.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1899-11-02
Agt. G. R. I & P. Ry Co

Nov is the time to have your
we'll work done. I do all kinds of
well work, such as digging and clean
ing; also have sand pump for bored
wells. Satisfaction guaranteed
W. @ COLEMAN.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1899-11-02
Stray Colt.

I have a stray colt at my place
which the owner can have by calling
for 1t. JAMES Morton
80 acres in Valley township at
$3.50 Enquire of o Lowe
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1899-11-02
YOU

Ought to know that when suffering
from any kidney trouble that a safe,
sure remedy is Foley's Kidney Cure
Guaranteed or money refunded
j. L. Mccormick.
Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1899-11-02
School Reports.

Names Of those neither tardy nor
absent: Lille Eells, John Miller,
Al Moore, Joe Moore and Ethel
Moore.
Names of those who were tardy
but not absent: Mary Moore, Maud
Fralic, Belle FrslIc, Nette Miller
Sarah Order and Lulu Order.
IDA RoDENBoUeH, Teacher
Evening star., 1899-05-02

of Europe 1t might turn to the favor of
either party. There would be no certainty
as to the outcome save the certainty
of cost. Would the result, if won. be worth
the cost? Just whether that question was
in fact considered in its clearest light by
the statesmen of Russia and England can
not. of course. be known. But that 1t un-
derlay the whole issue is plain. Fortunate
ly. it has been decided in the negative. The
car has achieved a peace victory which
gives the coming conference over his propo-
sition to reduce the armament of the ma
of pacific adjustment.
China will continue to exist as a national
integer She will preserve her name. her
form of government, her internal dissen-
sions, her customs and her capital. But
her national boundaries will shift from time
to time, always to her disadvantage. The
spheres of influence will eventually alb
sorb her territory. The two great powers.
as long as their agreement remains in force,
will doubtless act as partitioners of China
for all Europe. In short, China has gone
into the hands of trustees. Meanwhile
Russia is pushing the Siberian railroad to
completion and is also making way south
ward by way of Persia. When the railroad
is finished and finds terminus in Rus
sian Asiatic port, open all the year. Russia
will dominate eastern Asia. Delay until
that time of the open partition of China
and of the almost inevitable hoStilities to
result therefrom is of supreme importance
to Russia, and that nation is clearly the
largest winner in the agreement which has
been reached.
Evening star., 1899-05-02
4 Clear Title to the Flats.

There can be no further question of the
title of the United States to any portion Of
the lands reclaimed from the Potomac river
bed by the government nor of it's title to
the land bounding the city on the water
side The decision of the Supreme Court
Of the United States. rendered yesterday,
settles both principles in favor of the gov
ernment beyond dispute. The fact that the
. case is remanded to the court below for
further adjudication of certain claims of
compensation growing out of the question
of ownership of the riparian rights does not
In the least affect the settlement of the
title to the flats or to the river front.
This ends long controversy. which was
given first Importance by the public works
undertaken several years ago and now just
approaching completion in connection with
the reclamation of the low lands of the
river basin. The land reclaimed has been
formally designated by act of Congress as
public park for the benefit Of the people
and it is expected that within a few sea-
sons work will be started toward its adorn-
ment.
The decision of the court as to the owner
ship of the river lots, however, is important
in marked degree. For years one of the
standing reproaches of Washington has
been the discreditable appearance of the
water front. The buildings lining the river
are disgracefully old and out of repair.
Save for the stretch from the Arsenal
to the southernmost of the steamboat
wharves the river front is reproach to the
good repute Of the capital for beauty and
cleanliness. The occupants of the land.
however, have had the good excuse that
their title was in serious question. while
the local government could not, for the
same reason, compel betterments.
The question of the title has been def
nitely and finally answered by the highest
court, and though the case is yet to be sent
through the last stages of adjustment, 10
cloud now rests upon the governments
title 10 Water street and the rivers edge.
Nothing stands in the way of early pro-
ceedings TO clear away the refuse which
years of litigation have caused to accumu-
late The city can be given handsome
water front commensurate with the i'm
provement which the government has
caused In the flats themselves and with the
park which. it is hoped, will soon bloom
in mid-river.
Evening star., 1899-05-02
Brigadier General Funston,

The Presidents prompt promotion OF Col.
Funston to be a briganier general of vol
unteers will meet with approval from all
parts of the country-save perhaps by the
dwellers in Atkinsonia. This officer had
distinguished himself in many engage
ments, leading charges. devisng plans of
assault, showing his men how to perform
daring deeds, assuming desperate risks
and eventually accomplishing the seemingly
impossible by breaking the Filipino line of
defense at what the enemy considered an
impregnable point. The officers in COM
mand of the campaign give him unstinted
praise. AS The Star has heretofore said.
he is the most brilliant personal success of
the Philippine land campaign and there is
no one to question his right to recognition.
The President has done well to act so
quickly after the completion of the record
In this case. His promotion of Col Fun
ston should prove an inspiration to the
other volunteers who. despite their tech
nical rights and the suggestions Of their
false friends at home. are fighting Loyalty
and bravely for their country.
Evening star., 1899-05-02
A Brave Georgia Preacher.

1t is customary for the colored preachers
of the south to talk intemperately after
the country has been stirred by lynching
horrors These pulpit leaders Of their race
take frequent occasion 10 voice heir indig-
ration. and often to recommend inceudary
acts of vengeance. 1t is rare. however, for
white preacher in the south to brave pop
ular resentment by boldly denouncing mob
law from the pulpit. Such a case has lust
occurred in Atlanta where :he pastor of a
leading Baptist church has drawn upon
himself the wrath of the radical portion
of the community by procaiming that the
burning of Sam Hose was a crime con-
ceived in hell, and that the perpetrators
are murderers in the eye of the higher law
His church has since been broken into and
desecrated, some Of his parishioners have
Evening star., 1899-05-02

Mr.. W. ID. Howells is quoted as saying
that no coed can come from war. 1t can
inspire nothing. he says, that is worthy in
art or letters. What" he asks, did our
great civil war do for literature? Litera-
turc." he adds, may be said to have pro-
duced 1t, but it left no literature
Laying aside the inspiration that war and
warlikc themes have given to art and liter
ature from the remotest periods of human
civilization, what. We beg to ask are we
to call the acres of stuff the magazines
have been printing for the past third of a
century. and how are we to characterize
the same sort of stuff that We are likely to
be deluged with in the same quarters for
the next half century to come? Brother
Howells ought to let out his belt a little
and furnish more specific information.
Evening star., 1899-05-02
A MOn1Olian Murmur.

My luck's sadly changed" said the
heather Chinee;
Unhappy am as unhappy can be:
Misfortune has come to the tribe of All Sin.
My name was 1 YAM; but it's changed to
Has Bin
II was sly gamester, leader in fame,
Save when Russia and England came into
the game.
tried to hold out few cards, but alack!
Before the play started they'd gone
through the pack.
Il invented gunpowder, as Europe will own,
But 1 heartily wish had let 1t alone:
And l know when 1 hear distant echoing,
shots
They're dividing my land into more corner
lots.
The great flaming dragon, as years drifted
by.
Has changed to a lightning bug, harmless
and shy;
So / sadly confess, mid the strife and the
din.
That my name, once 4 YAM has been
changed to Has Bin "
Evening star., 1899-05-02
That North Carolina .Judgeship

The Star recently indorsed'the reappoint-
ment by the President of Judge Ewart to
the district bench for the western district
of North Carolina. upon the ground that
Mr.. Butler of that state had by obstruc-
tive tactics prevented vote by the Senate
on the nomination, and that the Senate was
entitled to record itself on the subject. The
Detroit Journal. in some observations about
the matter, complains that The Star sup
pressed some of the essential facts" 1t
mentions that a majority of the members
of the judiciary committee of the Senate.
after Investigating the charges that had
been made, reported against Judge Ewart.
and declared that he was legally incompe
tent and morally unfit for the office.
The Star did not attempt to give a his
tory of the case. 1t mentioned the fact
that grave charges were brought against
the nominee; and it may now remind the
Journal that if there were eminent senators
who thought that the charges were sus-
tained, there were senators equally as emil
nent who after hearing the testimony
thought that they We're not sustained. The
friends of Judge Ewart in the Senate, head
ed by Mr.. Pritchard. were constantly press
ing for a vote, while Mr.. Butler could only
defeat a vote by obstruction. This was
as in Judge Ewart's favor.
But all of this is beside the point The
Star made. 1t did not champion Judge
Ewart. 1t did not pretend to pass upon
his fitness for a place on the federal bench,
and does not now. Its contention was. and
Is, that no senator or coterie of senators
should be allowed to hold up the Presidents s
nominations. A vote. under the Constitu-
ton. is demanded and should always be
taken. Obstruction should never be per-
mitted to triumph. The senator who re-
sorts to such measures confesses to a weak
case.
TheJournal in closing says:
We must conclude that the President is
standing by one of his old congressional
friends, because he remains in ignorance
of the testimony on which the Senate COM
mittee. once entirely favorable to Ewart,
was forced to condemn him as utterly unfit
to preside on the federal bench"
This. 1t seems to The Star Is a serious
reflection on the President. The strong
probability, on the contrary, Is that the
President was acquainted with all the
charges against Judge Ewart, and reap
pointed him In the face of them, feeling as
1T was said a majority of the Senate did.
that he was worthy of the office and should
have it.
Evening star., 1899-05-02

threatened him and the city is il a turmoil
over the affair. 1t is a wholesome sign of
progress in public sentiment and conscience
when clergyman of the same the
lynchers has the courage 10 stand in mis-
pulpit and call the deeds Of the mob by
their true names. 1t Is reported that dur
ing the delivery of the sermon In which the
preacher uttered his bold sentiments some
of the auditors arose, and. after making
grimaces of disgust and hatred. left the
church. That the majority remained is
proof of the preachers own assertion that
the white people of the south are not all
torturers and lynchers, nor do they all op
prove of this method of administering JUS
tice.
Evening star., 1899-05-02
The "Star" is Happy.
From Profitable Advertising


The Washington. D. c.. Evening Star is
rejoicing over the prospect that 1t will soon
be located In Its handsome new building
now in process of erection. If there are
any newspapers In the country really de-
serving of such good things new build
ings and big advertising contracts The Star
is certainly among the number. for it has
conducted itself most commercially in the
past and is making equally laudable plans
for the future.
The new building will be an imposing edi-
flee with outer walls of white marble 1t
will extend up into the blue ethereal to the
extent of one hundred and thirty feet, while
nine stories will lie between the sklights
and the basement.
Evening star., 1899-05-02

Russia and England have reached an
agreement to the future Of China which
guarantees. il is said. the integrity of the
empire while fixing jointly upon the policy
of spheres Of influence for the powers.
German and French comments are rancor-
Gus Italy is agitated by ministerial crisis
growing out Of her failure 10 secure cOnces-
slOns at San Nun bay. Thus stands the far
eastern question in its latest phase Il
seems TO pOrJend truce to the many agi-
Nations over China's dismemberment, even
though some Of the conditions fail to lend
support To the belief that this is a perma-
neat settlement OF the case.
Il has long been recognized that Russia
and England were at issue over China
England cOnJended for the maintenance of
an open door" through which all the
world might trade with China on even
terms. Russia was meanwhile proceeding
to secure grants of land and commercial
concessions which promised at an early
date 10 close China effectually. Germany
took advantage OF the demoraIized state of
the empire and seized considerable slice
OF territory. while Italy and France were
ready to follow suit. Russia doubtless fore,
saw that the continuation of this plan with
out restrictions would bring her into con-
fiict sooner or later with England and Der
haps with Germany. England has been
half expecting war with Russia for many
months.
But diplomacy has prevailed over aggres-
sion Each nation Is Of course, actuatesi
by desire for trade and territory 1t is a
selfish propaganda, with the advancement
ofthe Cinnamon as a secondary considera-
ton War would bring vast expenses,
heavy losses Of Hfe. suspension of trade
grave dangers of further complications and
perhaps a general conflict on the continent
Evening star., 1899-05-02
Other DANGERS.

What are you reading about?" asked the
man with wise manner.
THE stock market" replied the youth.
Don't do it,
But L never put up any money; there
fore, l can't lose"
1T makes no difference. You're likely to
become one of these people who tell how
much money they would have made If they
had only done what they came pretty near
doing, because they didn't see how things
could go otherwise. And then even your
best friends will wish sometimes that you
would bet your money and lose it and kee.s
still about it,
Evening star., 1899-05-02
A Waste of Powder.

Secretary Longs statement in Boston
last night Of the administrations side of
the Philippine controversy was clear and
temperate, but 1t was powder wasted. Why
reply seriously to such men as in New Eng
land are bawling themselves hoarse on the
subject of Imperialism and militarism?
They are the most cOmical of their kind
They are kickers pure and simple They
were never-unless temporarily, by the
merest aCCident-On the practical side of
any question in their lives BY inheritance
and by training, they are seekers after the
impossible They delight in their occupa-
tion and reputation. When they set out
upon a dream quest they never expect to
land anywhere.
The New England crank wears the blue
ribbon and is entitled to it, being in such
striking contrast to all that surrounds him.
In this matter Of the Philippines he assails
with the utmost zest and freedom the very
foundations upon which his own home in
stitutIons rest. New England was settled
by force. and for long years the settlement
was sustained by force. The sturdy men
who did that work We're not restrained by
any moonshine notions about the rights Of
the natives. Although they are often so
represented. they We're not needlessly Sc
had the Intelligence to recognize the su-
periority Of the white man. and to read the
handwriting of destiny found friend in
the invader But those who threw them
selves across the pathway Of progress were
crushed. 1t could not be otherwise. 1t
never was otherwise in any land or age of
the world. and It never will be
But strong as those New England foun-
dations are. and splendid as were the state
builders who laid them. that section of the
country has always had shining share of
dreamers and irresolute dilettsflti. In all of
the countrys wars a shrek OF protest has
been heard from them They could never
stomach a masculine performance of ma
tirnal duty. with smelling salts In one
hand and some excerpt of transcendental
literature in the other. they have always
insisted that the humming bird should be
substituted for the eagle for our emblematic
purposes, and all powder mills be converted
into bowling alleys. But they are harmless.
Evening star., 1899-05-02

From the New York Commercial Advertiser.
In the opinion of the national civil service
commission the merit system results in an
nual saving of s1O,OO0,OO to the federal
government through greater efficiency of
employees. Many persons take only listless
interest in civil service reform but as tax
payers this Is an aspect of the question
that ought to strike home. 1t shows a.
practical side of civil service reform often
overlooked. When the public understands
clearly that the merit system makes for
lighter taxation as well as for more honest
and capable government there will be fewer
attempts to impair destroy it.
Evening star., 1899-05-02
Their Acts Are Reasonable.
From the Chicago Times Herald.

Whatever may be thought of the judg-
ment and motives of the Boston school Of
national Slanderers, there can be no doubt
to the reasonable nature of their acts
Men who lend aid and comfort to the
enemies of their country, with whom it
Is at war, are guilty of treason. When they
proclaim that they do it in the name of
liberty they emphasize their ignorance of
the meaning of liberty without palliating
their crime.
Evening star., 1899-05-02

Mr.. August Donath, who for nearly two
years has been part owner and the edi-
torial writer of the West Chester Morning
Republican, resigned all of his interest in
that paper yesterday to devote his future
time to Washington enterprises. There
was sincerity and ability in Mr.. Donatt' $
editorial work that attracted exceptional
attention, and his fight against the political
machine of Chester county was decidedly
effective.
Evening star., 1899-05-02

Mr. Choate said in speech that litiga-
tion is cheaper in America than in Eng
land. This will be Il relief to people over
here who have in the course of events been
called upon to pay for Mr.. Choate's services
as counsel.
Evening star., 1899-05-02

Imagine pamphlet on Criminal Aggres
sion," written by Edward Atkinson, re-
ceived by the brave American soldiers who
are fighting for peace and order in the
Philippines! The author would have rea-
son to be glad that it is a long way from
Manila to Boston.
Evening star., 1899-05-02
Surprising Methods.

''Those Americans don't know now to run
a war" said the Filipino, in disgust.
Whats the trouble?"
They insist on whipping us all at once,
when they might as well have the glory Of
winning battles for the next five years. 1t
isn't economy"
Evening star., 1899-05-02

Germany will hardly feel able to spare
Consul Rose from Samoa long enough to
have him take hand in adjusting interests
in China with Russia and England
Evening star., 1899-05-02

What the civil service commission SAYS
about the application of the merit system
is all true. The system should be extended
to every department of the government ser
vice-customs, internal revenue, post office
army, navy, diplomatic and consular.
Evening star., 1899-05-02
= Must Carry Out It's Pledge,

From the Ha fana Advertiser.
The United States is pledged to establish
a stable government in Cuba and it must
do 1t. with the support or in spite OF the re-
sistance Of the Cuban people.
Evening star., 1899-05-02

In connection with the opposition in Ohio,
Mr.. Hanna emphatically asserts that the
next presidential campaign will not depend
on local issues.
Evening star., 1899-05-02

Mr. Reed can assure any disappointed
aspirants for the speakership that they
will escape a great deal of thankless
trouble.
Evening star., 1899-05-02
SHOOTING STARS.
Pricing the G0Oda.

What are the great questions which a
man must consider now when he comes for
ward to ask for votes at the polls?"
That's easy" answered Senator Sorg-
hum. MY experience has been limited to
just two-'how many? and how much?'"
Evening star., 1899-05-02
In the Vernacular.

What did you say that new trust is?'
asked the man who was a little hard of
hearing.
"A copper trust answered the friend
with a paper.
Why, copper trust isn't anything new;
Richard Croker has had one for years"
Evening star., 1899-05-02

Spain will observe that Uncle Sam Is not
only punctual antagonist, but prompt
pay In the peace settlements
Evening star., 1899-05-02

Admiral Dewey has persistent way of
allowing the other people to do the getting
excited on all occasions.
Evening star., 1899-05-02

Aguinaldo is the kind of general who
thinks twice before allowing a war to in
terfere with his summer vacation.
Evening star., 1899-05-02
Lat the Pudding That Will Prove to You Whether
Its Qi0nd Not

MAKFs
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and sleeves aped neck and Worth Observation-Disclosures.
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with silk tapes at neck and sleeves Worth
ladies' Ribbed Cotton Vests high neck long sleeves
pearl buttons and taped neck Worth
Ladies Gauze and Babnggan Vests and Pants high
long and short sleeves with pearl button trimmed pants
and ankle length 2sc
Boys Babrggan Shirts and Drawers shirts high neck long and
short Sleeves drawers knee and ankle length Worth
Evening star., 1899-05-02

Col Funston will cheer Mr.. Ingalls, Mr.
Simpson. MIR PETER and some others with
the assurance that Kansas need not de-
pend wholly upon oratory for It's fame.
Evening star., 1899-05-02

1t may as we'll be recognized that the
hottest day on record is now due for a
number of appearances.
Evening star., 1899-05-02

Mr.. Quay VIII probably hesitate before
deciding that a popular vote is not an
easier method of reaching the Senate than
the route by way of Legislature, jury and
gubrrnatoriaI appointment
Evening star., 1899-05-02

UIn order to avoid delays, on ac-
count of personal absence. letters to
THE STAR should not be addressed
TO any individual connected with the
office. bu; simply to THE STAR, or to
the Editorial Business Depart
Iuents. according to tenor purpose.