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The times., 1899-12-15
CHARACTER IN THE CHIN.
4 Method of Determining the Traits
Of People.
From the Ncw York SUM

(From the New York sun
It IS now declared that the chin is bet
ter than any other feaJure-uOse. mouth,
or hand-to indicate the character Of its
possessor. A sharp eye and good Judg-
ment are necessary for determining The
character of anyone by his chin. A strong,
projecting chin is an indication OF an iron
will and no small intelligence Hen and
women so endowed usually succeed in all
of their undertakings. The opposite is the
case with those persons whose Chins re-
cede. This is a sign OF limited iatellec-
tual power and physical weakness, and in
dicatioD of those very good natured, yield
ing persons, who are easily discouraged,
led astray and have little power of initia-
tive II, however. the other features are
strong, II the nose is we'll arChed, the brow
broad and arched, the eve large and intel
ligent-the retreating chin Is not so pos
ftive an indication OF mental delinquen-
cies; in fact, this person may be possessed
Of special talent in some directions
nevertheless. the retreatiug chin is certain
evidence of moral weakness, hesitation and
lack of independence.
small. weH-rounded chin, covered
with moving pads 0g flesh IS an indica-
tion OF a pleasure-lOving disposition. II
the chin is dimpled. il is a sign Of cOquet-
~. levity and untrustworthIness. But
such persons are generally blessed with
a healthy constitution, and are apt TO live
to a good old age. A full, broad chin
points to noble characteristics; il rather
square and bouy. il indicates an open,
honorable. but determined person who
can hate as fercely as he can love. II
this broad. square chin forms perpen-
dicular line when looked at in profile. and
is combined with small, colOTless lips, iL Is
an unmistakable sign OF cruelty and
harshness. 4 long. narrow and somewhat
pointed chin is a generally accepted iudi-
cation of the Doet born. Unfortunately
this kind OF chin is an Indication of a
weak constitution and if it is fouAl il
conjunction with a mouth which falls in
at the corners, we may be certain of q
predisposition toward consumption. 4 mas
sive. large, feshy chin with furrow down
The times., 1899-12-15
PARKER. BRIDGET & co.
Offerings of Appropriate aud Useful
Holiday Presents.

What could be more appropriate for
Christmas gift than some suitable and USE
ful article Of wearing apparel. Something
for father, for mother, for sister, sweet
heart. and for friend, man or woman. Park
or. Bridget & Co have such a line CT goods
in their stock as would please the most
fastidious.
Tea gowns. cloaks. wraps, fancy handker-
chiefs. and hosiery, morning gowns, and
that aIl-powerful silk skirt in the latest
styles that is the delight Of the female
eye. For the men folks there are suits Of
clC,hes. smoking jackets, comfortable
dressing gowns. neCkties collars, cuffs. and
fancy shirts that are sure TO please the
most exacting.
This store is located at the corner Of
Pennsylvania Avenue and Ninth Street
and would-be purchasers should not fail to
drop in there before completing the Christ
mas shopping. The store will be open ev-
cry evening until Christmas and there is
a large and competent force OF clerks to
serve all needs.
The times., 1899-12-15
COLD WEATHER COMING.
,hn I1cnncd, Cnn I.urnirh Christ-

John Kennedy Can Furnish Christ
mas Cheer at Very Low Prices.
The large business which John Kennedy,
coal dealer. at 1885 f Street northwest, has
been doing for some time past. is due to
the superior quality of coal that he is han
ding and The low price at which he is de-
lverng IT, A considerable saving is made
by the purchaser of coal from Mr.. Kenne-
dy, from the fact that be delivers it direct
from the car and the coal is handled only
once.
Mr.. Kennedy guarantees satisfaction, and
if the coal ordered does not suit, another
grade is substituted for it. On request. he
viii send a representative to inspect the
heating apparatus, and the proper grade Of
coal viii be indicated before purchase is
made
The times., 1899-12-15
HESS SHOE EMPORIUM.
Durable Goods for Winter Wear Is
Their Speciality.

The weII-known emporium for good and
fancy footwear Of y. Hess Sons, 9$1
Pennsylvania Avenue, is well stocked with
eli makes and fashions of patent leather,
vici kid. russet and calf box shoe wear.
Manager John Eber. of the firm, is espe-
cially anxious TO have the public know
that the heavy, durable winter goods Of
The firm are uneXcelled.
A heavy russet Canadian high lace shoe,
with a rawhide sole iulaid to protect
against damp or cold, is the latest product
of y. Hess Sons, and their efforts for
the comfort of their customers are thank
fullv appreciated by them.
The times., 1899-12-15
A BIKE FOR CHRISTMAS.
The Pope manufacturing Company
Ready 10 Fin All Orders.

The spacious salesrooms OF the Pope
Manufacturing Company, S1T and S19 Four
teenth Street northwest. present an inspir-
ing sight. being stocked with the latest
output Of this celebrated tirm-Sterling,
Crescent, and Stormer bicycles. Mr.. ". J.
Foss, the genial manager OF the Pope Com
pany, says that on account of its successful
career for the past three years the beyel
gear chainless viii be the wheel of the
coming season.
I'VE are putting in our supply now to
satisfy increasing demands" he said
full line of bicycle sundries is always kept
on hand. They only carry the best goods
and material the market affords.
The times., 1899-12-15
GRoGAN's FURNISHING HOUSE.
This Popular establishment Offers
Many Opportnnitiea for Presents.

This Popular establishment Offers
Many Opportunities for Presents.
The propretors of Grogan's Mammoth
Credit House, at S17 Seventh Street north
west, have in their large store everything
Eeeded to furnish house. A handsome
line OF holiday goods is to be seen there
which consists of chairs, tables, music
cabinets, lamps, desks, book cases. orna-
ments for the parlor. rugs, carpets and
cushions. As their business name implies,
credit is given, so that Christmas presents
can be bought now and payments made
upon them from time to time.
Their spacious rooms are stocked with
the latest designs in plain and upholstered
goods and the parlor sets exhibited are
models of elegance and beauty. 1t is their
purpose to meet the holiday trade with
the best that can be offered.
The times., 1899-12-15
VERY PRETTY HABERDAsHERY
ID. J. Kaufman Has IA Complete Line
of These Goods

of These Goods.
One of the finest window displays OF
haberdasher goods in the city is to be
found at 1907 Pennsylvania Avenue. Mr..
D. ]. Kaufman. the proprietor Of this store.
has been in this place only two years, but
in this time he has established a business
IN mems furnishings that compares more
than favorably with other firms. Contrary
to the usual practice. for this season, Mr..
Kaufman is this year selling his furnish
ings at the lowest possible figure, by which
means he is receiving a large increase OF
patronage.
A special reduction is made in line of
suitings, which comprises his DesJ, high
grade goods Mr. kaufman is also selling
a line Of silk suspenders at half price.
They were bought from the famous Crown
Suspender Company.
His holiday line comprises special neck
wear hosiery, lounging robes, smoking
jackets. etc. His genial disposition is win
ming him many friends and a large patron
age
The times., 1899-12-15
s. FRIEDLANDER's FANCY GOODS
The seventh street store Kept Busy
Serving Holiday Patrons.


Serving Holiday Patrons.
s. Friedlander al 416 Seventh Street, Is
about as busy as he can be attending 10 the
large demand made upon him by the
Christmas shoppers. His large corps OF
assistants is kept busy from early morning
untH the closing hours attending to the
wants Of purchasers. What a large aud
elegant assortment they have 10 select
from can only be learned By a visit 10 this
popular establishment
There is no member Of the family that
cannot De fitted out by Friedlander, no
matter what the desire might be. Men,
women. and children have an equal show
3n his store, and not alone can articles that
are pretty be found but articles that are
necessary 70 make up the stylish woman or
'yeil-dressed man can be secured in pro-
fusion They have an elegant line of Ia
dies silk skirts. which are the apple OF
every w0maus eye just at this time when
they are all the rage. Then, there are the
datntiest gowns. lovely dressing sacks
waists. jackets. wraps millinery Of all
kinds. hats. hosiery. and handkeTchiefs.
For both men and women there are um-
brellas. kid gloves, handkerchiefs. and
shoes as well as dressing cases and satch-
els
For husband or sweetheart what could
make a more satisfactory Uf more useful
present than a macintosh. in this line
Friediander can ft you out 8t a surpTIs-
ingly low price He has them also Tor The
ladies a. a very low figure
Toilet articles Of every description. kind,
Bnd shape are 30 be found on the counters
md one could well make every Christmas
purchase without leaving this popular o..
gab1ishment
The times., 1899-12-15
R. LFDING,s DISPLAY.
Jewels and siIverware for the Most
Fastidfous.

One Of the prettiest Christmas displays
in Washington can be seen in the win
dows of the handsome establishment OF
R. Leding the F Street ieweler. What
you see in the window is but a small
part Of the myriads Of silver and gold
trinkets TO be found on the inside.
Although Mr. Leding has been in his
new stand but few months. he found it
necessary to purchase almost a complete
new stock. He is selling trinkets of all
kinds at marvelously low prices, and in
every instance, satisfaction is guaranteed.
1t would not be well 10 end your snop-
ping tour without calling at this beauti-
ful establishment. There is a large and
polite corps OF clerks to attend 10 the
would be purchaser, who delight in show
ing the goods for the accommodation of
their patrons
The times., 1899-12-15
GRANDMA's BREAD.
The Boston Baking Company Ready
for the Christmas Trade.

The Boston Baking Company, or, as they
are called by the people. the Bakers for
the Multitude" are full up with orders for
the holidays for their celebrated long loaf
Grandma" and square loaf "Old Home
stead" bread. These products of the Bos-
ton Baking Company have won the hearts
Of many housewives on account Of their
sweet taste and wholesome effect on the
digestive organs.
Improved machinery, first class material.
scrupulous cleanliness and experienced
workmen. are used in the manufacture Of
the products of this popular establishment.
The times., 1899-12-15
ToLMAN's STEAM LAUNDRY.
Good Work and the Anti-Swenr But.
tOnhOIe brings IL Trade.

The Tolman Steam Laundry, 4s1-499 C
Street northwest, is one of the busiest es-
tablishments in the city and it appears as
ii its patrons unanimously subscribed to
the proverb that cleanliness is next to
godliness." Clean, it will be after it leaves
Tolman's laundry, be it ladies' fancy lace
handkerchiefs or mems coarser garments.
Soft buttonhoies are Tolmans cOntribu-
ton to mankind and the er-increasing
business of the concern testifies to the
universal satisfaction it gives.
The times., 1899-12-15
MUsIc FoR THE MIILIoNs.
DrDop's EStnbIishment Has Many
Res Novelties for Christmas.

DrBop's EStnblisbment Has Many
Aew Novelties for Christmas.
Drop in 20 see Mr.. Ed Droop. the mu-
sic man. on Pennsylvania Avenue. and he
viii show you the most remarkable and
most interesting line Of automatic musical
toys that have ever been shown In Wash
ington. Apart from their unique feature.
81 IS remarkable at what a small price
they are sold. Then. too. there are mu-
steal instruments OF every known Kind.
and Of the most improved makes. There
Fre mandolins. banios. and guitars. galore
pianos, organs. music boxes. and sheet
music in great ProfuEion. The celebrated
Regina music box is their speciality in this
line
They are exclusive agents for the Stein
way. GableT, and Huntington pianos. to-
gether with the Mason & HamIin organs.
They have lately furnished many Sunday
schools with small organs, and fitted out
fhurches with reed organs. There are mil
lions OF pieces OF sheet music and all
OF the latest songs and instrumental mu-
eic can be found without trouble polite
noterie OF clerks wait on customers rap
Nly.
The times., 1899-12-15
DOUBLED HIS BUSINESS.
Increased Facilities offered by 9.
Bieber, the shoe Man.

S. Bieber, the popular shoe dealer,
whose store. at 913 Eighth Street south
that his business has more than doubled
during the past year Mems, women's, and
children's shoes, of all makes, fashions
and prices, can be found in this, one Of
the most popular shoe stores of the south
eastern part of the city.
Mr. Bieber the genial proprietor of
the store. possesses the faculty of making
friends and customers and keeping them
through his square dealing and strict
business honesty.
The times., 1899-12-15
CoRBY's MOTHERS BREAD.
This Celebrated Food should Grace
All Dinner Tables.

Corbys Modern Bakery the makers OF
the celebrated Mothers Bread" report
an eyer-increasing trade. The material
which is used in the manufacture of Cor
by's staff of life" is of the very best
quality. The best spring wheat -four, pure
fresh lard and milk are the composite
parts out OF which Mothers Bread" is
made.
Every loaf of this celebrated brand OF
Corby's establishment, has a stamp on it,
and if the same does not appear. it is a
fraud, and should be treated as such.
The times., 1899-12-15
LIGHT ON ALL SUBJECTS.
Muddiman "a 90. Have MaEnificent
Holiday Display.


Light on all subjects can be had from
any of the magnificent lamps handled by c.
A. Muddiman & Co. where their score of
clerks are kept busy in the double store,
616 Twelfth and 1904 G Street, showing
many useful goods in this line. Not only can
they supply you with the most useful
lamps and lanterns, but they also have a
fire lot of fireplace goods, such as andirons,
fire sets, g2s logs, and it is noticeable that
their prices all along the whole line are
most reasonable.
This firm has made specially OF certain
lines of goods and deals in them very extern
sively, using every facility possible on these
several lines Therefore if you want 10 give
a student lamp or the most modern lamp or
anything in the line of light, either gas,
electric. or oil, they can supply your wants.
They make a speciality OF a fine line of gas
and oil heaters.
The times., 1899-12-15
Low PRICES PREVAIL.
Those With Small Purses should Call
on Rhodes, walker * BurISs.

On HhOdes, y mixer x Burfls.
Rhodes, Walker & Burks, furniture deal
ers, at 1913 and 1915 Seventh Street, are
Offering to the holiday trade beautiful line
OF parlor furniture. consisting of complete
sets and odd pieces. divans, fancy chairs,
rockers, in plain and upholstered goods,
pictures. easels, lamps, onyx tables, R0-
man chairs furniture for the bedroom and
dining-roOm. and whatever may be needed
in the home in the furniture line
The special feature which this firm en-
phasizes is that the prices with which they
have marked their goods will place them
within reach of all, and that easy terms
are offered to suit the holiday trade so
that customers will not need to cramp
themselves by paying cash but can meet
their purchases at some later date.
The times., 1899-12-15
HANDSOME DISPLAY OF DOLLS.
Large, Small, All NatiOnaIities, for
the I.itfic Ones.

A handsome display Of dolls is to be seen
in the window OF the Bee Hive, Edward
Kohner, proprietor. at 500 Seventh Street
northwest. The dolls are at all prices. but
a special holiday line Of cheap dolls is Of
fered which is superior TO many of the
higher priced ones in other stores.
A speciality is also made of ladies stylish
camel's hair plaid skirts. Misses REFERS
have been greatly reduced and ladies kid
gloves and gloria umbrellas have been
marked with low figures for the holiday
trade
The times., 1899-12-15
MEMS WEARING APPAREL.
c. Auerbnch Has Put In n large
stock for the HOLIDAYS

c. Auerbach, Seventh and H Streets
northwest, carries one of the largest assort-
ments of Saxouy wool, German hand-knit
jackets, sweaters, underwear hats. hosiery,
and gloves. A large variety of fancy bos-
ON shirts. cuffs, collars. and scarfs: sus-
penders and braces of the latest patterns TO
suit all purses
Mr. AueTbach's place is headquarters for
the Domestic Sewing Machine which re-
ceived the silver medal at the Philadelphia
Export Exposition this year. All the lat
est Mccall patterns are on sale at this pop
ular store which is crowded with holiday
shoppers from morning till evening.
The times., 1899-12-15
FANCY FURNITURE GALORE.
EwerS Brothers Are Offering Com.
pIcte Line for Christmas.

Ewers Brothers. furniture dealers, at
1920 Seventh Street. offer a holiday line
OF fancy rocking chairs. extension tables,
bookcases. cabinets, hall racks sideboards,
toilet sets, parlor lamps, oil and coal
stoves, baby carriages and chairs
This firm is composed of two enterpris-
ing young men, who are determined to
please their patrons They do business on
the installmeut plan, and are prosperous
in taeir uptown location. A special fea-
ture is a line of baby chairs, which they
offer at a low figure
The times., 1899-12-15
How shrnpnel Operates.
nrrnm thn-I-ondnn relerranhl

Shrapne shell is a beautiful and ingenious mis-
sile Il consists OF u hollow elongated she'll, with
a bursting charge OF powder at the base, and
filed with from 200 to coo half inch bullets, ac-
cording 10 the size Of the gun. 1t is fitted with
a time fuse which is set 10 fire the bursting
charge at a given number of seconds after the
shell has left the gun. The bursting charge in
turn blows the head OFF the she'll and sends for
ward the POO to coo bullets, which continue their
couIse IN a conical shower 10 the ground.
The times., 1899-12-15
FANCY TOILET ARTICLES.
r. }. Dieudonne g. SON Have Put in &
Large stock for Christmas.

?. J. DieudOnne g Son Have Phi In a
Large stock for Christmas.
The weli-equipped palatial pharmacy OF
F. J. Dieudon1e & Son at the corner OF
Eleventh and T Streets, IS crowded with
holiday shoppers who are making their pur-
chases at this known corner, in the
line especially Of silver goods OF all de-
scriptions equaling in quality the best and
in point OF price the lowest. Their high
grade toilet articles and imported extracts
as well as fancy goods, on account Of their
excellence in quality. receive the well -mer-
tied attention OF the public.
Hot coffee, tea, chocolate, ana drinks of
al havors are served at eli times and this
department Of the establishment is properly
appreciated by numerous patrons.
The times., 1899-12-15
SANDERS & sTAYMAN.
Many New Musical Instruments, With
the Standard stock, Are ReRdy

the Standard stock, Are Ready.
Everything in the Music Line is the
motto Of Sanders & Stayman, the popular
F Street music dealers. From a peep into
pear that this claim is not an exaggera-
tion. There is the famous Estey organ, for
which they have been agents for thirty
five years, and the Weber, Fischer, Estey
Ivers, and Pond and Ludwig Franklin pia-
nos, which are said TO be the leading makes
on the market.
The establishment is a beautiful one,
being tastily arranged in every respect and
the facilities for attending to the wants OF
customers could not be eXceIled.
The times., 1899-12-15
ZEH'S COAL YARD.
The Proper Place to Have Your Gel
lars Filled for the Winter.

lars Filled for the Winter.
The well-knOwn coal and wood firm of
William Zeh. 7O2 Eleventh Street north
west. is kept busy delivering orders for
its celebrated grades of coal and wood.
The firm always keeps on hand a large
supply of coal and wood of the best quality
aud consumers OF pea coal, chestnut egg.
and furnace coal, as well as coke and all
kinds OF kindling and block wood are full
of praise and satisfaction at the prompt
ness their orders receive.
The firm makes a speciality OF Wyoming
hard coal and New River steam coal.
The times., 1899-12-15
P. J. NEE Is BUSY.
Seekers After Household Goods
Crowd His Big store.

One of the busiest places in town is the
furniture house of P. J. Nee, at 745 Seventh
Street northwest. Here is to be found a
display of handsome goods that cannot cas-
lily be surpassed. Everything in the house
fitting line is offered at prices which Will
suit, and the business is conducted on both
cash and credit lines.
Some specialties have been introduced
in the way of blankets and comforts. and
other bedding. lace curtains, pictures. and
easels. A fine line Of parlOr suites has re-
Gently been unpacked which is offered at
special holiday prices. visit will well
repay contemplative purchasers Of house
furnishing goods.
The times., 1899-12-15
GOLD AND SILVER TRINKETs.
Goldsmith Is All Ready to Provide
Them in Great Variety.

Ihtth III NrtlA NHTItty'
If you are looking for gold and silver
trinkets or for jeweIry OF any kind drop in
at Goldzmths in Pennsylvania Avenue
and your desires are apt 10 be promptly
met. They have one Of the most complete
iewalry stocks in the city and it is dis
played in such manner that your shop
ping labors are made easy
The clerks are efficient and have a kuack
Of making you feel perfectly at home Sill
yer trinkats can be had almost for a song.
The store has been crowded since the
Christmas shopping began and it looks as
if they will do the business Of their career
The times., 1899-12-15

the middle indicates an impulsive whole
souled. passionate nature; while the sIms
kind Of chin. without the furrOw. but
with a slight swelling of flesh on the Lnder
lip shows egotism. deceit and similar IN
pleasant characteristics.
The times., 1899-12-15
FURs ARE ACCEPTABLE.
Martin Wolf Has Complete Line foI
the Holiday TrnMe.

4 busy place is the establishment Of
Martin Wolf. furrler, at 617 Eleventh
Street northwest. a large addition has
been made TO his force OF assistants. so
that al customers may receive prompt
and unlimited attention.
Mr.. Wolf said that his business has been
SO brisk OF late that customers desiring
The times., 1899-12-15
4 National Loss.

jFlom the ST. Louis Globe Democrat)
In one respect this country is falling behind
in wealth. and that is in its forests, especially
OF pine The principles Of forestry are admitted
to be sound and vet few public men ever give
them q moments thought.
The times., 1899-12-15

the best selection in all kinds of fur goods,
from the lowest qualities to the highest.
should not wait until the biggest holiday
rush is on. His store will be open in The
evenings until Christmas.
The times., 1899-12-15
THE REGENT SHOE.
an shoes sold al one Price and Fully
Guaranteed.

The Regent shoe store at 943 Pennsylya-
MIA Avenue has one OF the finest displays
of all the newest and most attractive styles
In mems shoes. Blacks, tans, patent
leather, Yici kid, willow calf. French call,
box calf OF the greatest variety and best
workmanship at one popular price accounts
for the ever increasing trade OF this shoe
emporium.
The times., 1899-12-15

A Buddhist cloister where rweHty-ouc monks
live is located al HIule Thibet, which IS said 10
be tie highest spot on the earth, having an altl-
cIde Of 1900 feet
The times., 1899-12-15
READY FOR CHRISTMAS
Displays Of Beauty and Worth in
the Local Stores.

What Washington business Men
IIHNc Provided for Men. Women,
quarters Scattered All over Town
Many Presents to select From.