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The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
THE COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN.
Speaker Henderson of the House of Hcprcscntntives Announces
 tho Committee Chairmen.

Washington, Dec. 1s.-The shsirmen of the various committee as announced by Speaker Henderson are as follows: Elections, No. 1-Robert W. Tayler, Ohio.
 Elections, No. 2-Walter L. Weaver, Ohio.
 Elections, No. 3-Wm S. Mesicli, Michigan
 Ways and Mean,-sereno E. Payne. New York.
 Appropriations-Joseph G. Cannon, Illinois.
 Judiciary George ". Ray, New ! lork.
 Banking and Currency-Marriott Brosius, Pennsylvania.
 Coinage, Weights and Measures James H. Southard, Ohio.
 Interstate and Foreign Commerce Nm. P. Hepburn, Iowa.
 Rivers and Harbors-Theo. F. Bur ton, Ohio.
 Merchant Marine and Fisheries-C. H. Grosvenor, Ohio.
 Agrieulture-J. w Wadsworth, New York
 Foreign Affairs-R. k. Hit, Illinois. Military Aflairs--J. A. T. Hull, Iowa. Naval Affairs-C. A. Boutelle, Maine. Post Offices and Post Roads-E. F. Loud, California.
 Public Lands-J. F. Lacey, Iowa. Indian Affairs-J. s. Sherman, New York.
 Tcrritories-W. S. Knox, Massachu- setts.
 Insular Affairs-H. A. Cooper, Wis consin.
 Railways and Canals-Charles A. Chickering, New York.
 Manufacurers-G. ". Paris, h. diana.
 Mines and Mining-R. o. Crump, Michigan.
 Public Buildings and Grounds-D. II. Mercer, Nebraska.
 Pacific Railroads-H. H. Powers, Yer mont.
 Levees and Improvement of Mssis- sippi River-R. Bartholdt, Missouri. Education-G. A. Grow, Pennsyl- ,aia.
 Labor-J. J. Gardner, New Jersey. Militia--B. F. Marsh, Illinois.
 Patents S. Herr Ohio.
 Invalid Pensions-C. A. Sullows, New Hampshire.
 Pensions-H. c. Loudenslager, New Jersey.
 Claims-J. V. Graf, Illinios.
 War Claims-T. H. Mahon, Pennsyl- vania.
 Private Land Claims-G. ". Smith, Illinois.
 District of Columbia-J. B. Babeock, Wisconsin.
 Revision of the Laws-V. Warner, Illinois.
 Reform in the Civil seryice-F. II. Gillett, Massachusetts.
 Election of President, Nice-Presi- dent and Representatives in Congress -J. B. Corliss, Michigan.
 Regulation of Arid Lands-T. II. Tongue, Oregon.
 Immigration and Naturalization W. B. shattuc, Ohio.
 Ventilation and Acoustics w. Prince Illinois.
 Expenditures in the State Depart ment-W. \. Smith, Michigan.
 Expenditures in the Treasury De- partmcnt--R. c. Cousins. Iowa. Expenditures in the War Depart ment-W. W. Grout, Vermont. Expenditures in the Navy Deuart- ment--J. F. Stewart, New Jersey. Expenditures in the Post Office De partment-I. P. Wanger, Pennsylvania. Expenditures in the Interior Depart Inent--C. C. Curtis, Kansas.
 Expenditures in the Department of Justice-J. r. Deliver, Iowa. Expenditures in the Department of Aericulture-C. W. Gillett, New York. Expenditures on Public Buildings R. J. Gamble, South Dakota. Aecounts-M. Bull, Rhode Island. Select Committee on Census-A. J. Hopkins, Illinois.
 Library-A. C. farmer, Pennsyl- vania.
 Printing-J. P. Heatwole, Minnesota Enrolled Bills-W. B. Baker Mary
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
STATE OF KANSAS BURNED.
Half n Million Dol1ars' Loss by the Turning of the Steamer at
 New Madrid, Mo.

New Madrid, Mo-, Dec. 19--The steamer State of Kansas caught fire at the leveee here at 1 a. m, and was burned tt the water's edge. All the passengers were rescued, some in their night clothing. The boat belonged to the Tennessee River Packet Co. The loss is over S50O,000
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
How to Avoid Cold. During Winter

This idea that many people have, that winter is an unhealthful season, is all wrong. Winter is just as health. full as summer, if people will take care of themselves. If you want to go through the winter without cold, ob. serve these few simple rules:
 Don't overheat your house, and don't stop all ventilation. Sleep in a cool room, but keep warmly covered Always take off your outdoor wraps when you come in the house, and al. ways put them on when you go out And, lastly, just as long as there i. snowon the ground, don't go out with. out your rubbers. This last rule iG the most important of all, for two cold, out of three come from wet feet."- The Independent.
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
 Resigned.

New York, Dec, 1s-den. Avery An srews of the national guard of the state of New York, on account of press of private business, has resigned his posi- ton as chief of staff, and his resigna- ton, which will take effect on Decem- Der 3l, has been accepted by Gov. Roosevelt.
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
Disnmcction in Cnpe CoIon,.

London, Dec. 19.-From Cape Town comes the news that the Dutch throughout the colony are holding secret meetings, while from SteriS- strom, to which point Gen. Gatacre re- tired after his defeat at Stromberg j comes dispatch saying that the entig country north of there is in rebelliorit|
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22

pond in Washington park on Christmas day and had more fun for two hours than I've had in six months. My ankles were rather weak and I fell down twice, forum ately without any serious damage to my self or the ice, but l managed to get around and before l left I ska ted with Q smashing pretty girl. Well. Sid. have you to thank I never would have ventured on skates again if it had not been for the beautiful pair which you sent me. l was a little stiff yesterday but this morning l went out again and had dandy time. l owe the renewal of my youth to you. Thank you many times. and believe me to be. as ever, your affeetionate brother,
 "wTLLIAM"
 Chicago H., Dec. 3.-Dear Brother The secret is out! l suspected it all the time. It is needless for you to offer denial Sometimes when you have acted the cynic l have almost believed that you were sin cere until I have observed in you some thing which told me that underneath your assumed indifference there was a genial current of the romantic sentiment of the youth and the lover How can I be in doubt after receiving your little book-a love story?
 II knew. Sidney dear, that you would re- member me at Christmas You have all ways been the soul of thoughtfulness, es- pecially to those of us who understood you. l you to do the deadly conventional thing and send me something heavy and serious. I knew it would be a book. All of my friends send me books. That comes of being president of a literary club. But you are the only one, Sidney who had the rare and kindly judgment to appeal to the woman and not to the club president. Be- cause I am interested in a serious literary movement it need not follow that I want my whole life to be overshadowed by the giants of the literary kingdom. Although l would not dare confess it to Mrs Peabody I like to spend an afternoon with an old fashioned love story.
 You are a bachelor, Sidney, and l have long since ceased to flush at the casual mention of old maid IL was not for us to know the bitter-sweet experiences of courtship and marriage. and you will re- member that We have sometimes pitied the nfatuation of sweethearts and have felt rather superior in our freedom. And yet. Sidney, if We chose to be perfectly candid with each other, I dare say that both of us would confess to having known some thing about that which men call love. We might confess that we had felt it's subtle influence. We might even admit that sometimes We pause in our lonely lives and wonder what might have been and whether it would not have been better. after all. 1 afraid that I am writing like a sentimental schoolgirl. but you must know that I have been reading your charm ing little book. and 1t has come to me as message from you. Is 1t not really con fession, Sidney?
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
AguinaIdo Headed south.

From native couriers and Spanish prisoners, it was learned that Aguinal- do left Bontoc, in the province of the same name, with three women and soldiers. three days ago, and headed southward, evidently for Bayombong, in the province of New Niscaya, where, it is thought, he may encounter the Americans. Maj. March's command was depleted 20 per cent. by the two days march from Ceryantes to Bagnen, so he returned to Ceryantes. December
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
Suicide of a Soldier.

New York, Dec. 18.-Samuel Hahn, U years old, private in Go. II, sta tioned at Fort Hamilton, was found dead yesterday in hotel on East Houston street He had committed suicide by taking morphine.
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
To Await Her Husbands Remains.

San Diego, Cal, Dec. l9.-Mrs. Jon1 4. Logan, Jr., accompanied by herf shree children and mother, has arriyeda from Youngstown, O. They will s.eait the arrival of the body of Maj John A. Logan, who was killed in the Philip piues.
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
Lord Roberts, Chief-of-Stnff

Cairo, Dec. 19.-Gen. Lord Kitchener who has been appointed chief of the staff of Gen. Lord Roberts of Kanda. har.the new commander-in-chief of the British forces in South Africa, leaves Omdurman Tuesday and will arrive here Friday. He will start for Cape Town as soon as possible.
 ENGLAND UP AGAINST IT.
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
IHE PURSUIT ABANDONED.
Maj. March, Who was Hunting Aguinaldo, Has Returned Vii
 His Men to CervanteS
AGUlNALDO REPORTED GOING SUUTH.
niIa to Hecuperate-Lieut. Chad wick and n Press Correspondent Capture Company of Insurgents nt Pumposu.

Manila, Dec. 16, 9:15 a. m.-Maj Pey- ton (. March, of the Thirty-third in- fantry, has abandoned his pursuit of Aguinaldo, and has reached Bagnen, in the heart of the Grand Gordillera, where the range is 10000 feet high and where food is scarce and travel almost inpocsibIa
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
Suspension Announced.

New York, Dee. 19.-The suspension o. the firm of Henry Allen &, Co, bank CTS, has been announced on the stock exchange.
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
SeasOnable. S

Teacher Gin Sunday school class)- Now, boys, see if you can remember what I taught you last time. What does E. C. stand for?
 Before Christmas!"-Judge.
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
THE EXPRESS COMPANIES.
Some of the Queel Commissions the Express Companies Will Un-
 dertnkc to Execute.

The express companies attend to purchases and sales, and to every va riety of legal business, from searching title to suing for debt. They fiji" models of invitations and get out pa tents, and have been known 10 stake out properly described mining ciaiF and attend to its development. Ths surburban lady, whose husband IS dis obliging or color blind, can safely en- trust them with q piece of silk to match, and they will send an expert to match it for her and make the desired purchase. The actress who is forced by bad business to pawn her diamonds fer money to get back ;o the Rialtc, can commission them, when prospcrl- ty has returned, to redeem her jewels, or pay the interest and have the pawn tickets renewed. In their C. 0. D. de partments they deliver goods for stores and collect for them, and they also attend to the collection of i&su;. anee benefits, payment of lodge dues and taxes. A young man can order ln engagement ring through them, anG the bride can order such paris of her trusseau as she can not secure from local dealers. They will cheerfully at tend to the engraving of card plates, with neatness and dispatch, will have clothes pressed and cleaned, and make themselves useful in almost every way the mind can conceive. These things are mentioned simply 10 give some idea of the surprising things that eA- press companies do. To describe their business in all it's ramifeatons would be to describe practically every .ise of business in which one man eommis- sions another to do anything for bim.
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22

American and English locomotives
 There was a time when the chimney offered an infallible indication of Brit isl or American parentage. But we have changed all that" The huge in- vcrted cone and double cone tor "dia- mond") surmounting cylindrical col umn, which used to be the typical American "smokcstack," have been succeeded by chimney which differs little if at all in general design from that seen in Great Britain as well, and may be found on the Great Western, North Eastern and Glasgow Western Iiues.
 In short, the distinctive features Of the British and American systems are now but few There is, l think, growing tendency toward assimilation between the systems of the two Eng lish-speaking nations, so far as this is feasible in view of the difference in the conditions to be satisfied. Eng lard has not the long journeys of America or the American loading guage space which would permit of large vertical or lateral extension of existing maximum dimensions. But I certainly anticipate that the present importation of the Midland, Great Gen. tral and Great Northern line of Ameri- can Mogul goods engines will have an appreciable influence upon the future of British locomotive engineering Charles Rous- Marten, in The Engineer in,r Magazine
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
Roberts win sail Saturday,

Lcpdon. Dec. 1o.-Gen. Lord Roberts and his staff will sail for South Africa on the Dunotta Castle Saturady.
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
Recn hN Snnin.

Madrid, Dee. ls.-The Spanish gov ernInent has formally recognized Gen. Castro as president of the republic of Venezuela.
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
pointing to some gayly colored silks folded in boxes.

pointing to some gayly colored silks folded in boxes.
 ''Those are searfs-'
 Well, if you've got one that has all the colors of the rainbow in it I'll take it. I want one with lots of yellow and red and green in it. I want something that you can hear across the street. You see, l have sister who brides her self on her quiet taste. Her costumes are marked by what you call unobtru- sive elegance Well, l think she'd die rather than wear one of those things, so l want the biggest and noisie.t one in the whole lot"
 The girl didn't know what to make of MT. Payson's strange remarks, but she was too busy to be kept wondering.
 Mir. Payson's sisters husband is the president of a church temperance SO ciety, so MT. Payson bought him a buck horn corkscrew.
 There was one more present to buy.
 .Letme see, " said Mr. Payson. What is there that could be of no earthly use to a girl six years old ?"
 Even as he spoke his eye fell on a sign; Bargain sale of neckwear."
 ''I don't believe she would care for crayats." he said. q think I'll buy some for her"
 He saw box of large cravats marked '2j cents each"
 Why are these so cheap?" he asked.
 Well, to tell the truth, they're out of style"
 That's good, want eight of them oh, any eight will do. I want them for small niece of mine-a little girl about six years old"
 Without indicating the least surprise the salesman wrapped up the cravats.
 LETTERS RECEIVED BY MIR SID NEY PAYSON IN ACKNOWL EDGMENT OF HIS CHRISTMAS PRESENTS:
 Chicago, III, Dec. T-Dear Brother: Pardon me for not having acknowledg the receipt of your Christmas present The fact is that since the skates came I have been devoting so much of my time to the reacquiring of one of my early accomplish ments that I have not had much time for writing. I wish I could express to you the delight I felt when I opened the box and saw that you had sent me a pair of skates. It was just as if you had said to me Win, my boy, some people may think that you are getting on in years, but I know that you're just the same as ever I suddenly remembered that the presents which l had been receiving for several Christmases were intended for an old man. I have re- eeiyed easy-chairs, slippers, mufflers, smoking jackets and the like. When I re- ceived tho pair Of skates from you 1 felt lifted shoulders. How in the world did you ever happen to think of them? Did you really believe that my skating days were not over? Well, they're net. went to the
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22

encouragement belong. Pause from thy mirth awhile to ease the
 load Thy weary neighbor bears along life's road Iris not enough, the love so true and ten der,
 Plighted to-day beneath the mistietoe; The. faith of friends, the sacred ties of
 kinship-
 Upon this day more warmth our hearts
 should know Let thy love flow, as boundless as the sea. Into the hearts of all humanity. Iris not enough. the dainty Christmas
 token,
 Though loving hearts with generous zeal
 have glowed The bounteous charity. though free and
 Render,
 Is~small beside the gift Gods love be- 3stowed. Buty lone st offering mayest thou mpart. GivH unto Him a pure and loving heart -Adelaide D. Reynolds, in Union Signal.
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
Macabebes to Take n Rest.

Scattered bands of Macabebes which have been operating in the north are being collected with the intention of sending them back to Manila, as there is much sickness among them, and they are unfit for further mountain
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22

Lieut.. Chadwick and press cor respondent, the latter commanding 90 Macabebes, have visited the mountain town of Pamposa and received the sur render of a company of insurgents, in- cluding three officers, with their arms and ammunition.
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
Conception Is Cheerful.

Gen. Conception and other Filipino officers who have surrendered have been taken to Nigan. Conception, who is cheerful, insists that the insurgent organization will be maintained, even in this districts where the American are operating, also claiming that the Filipino leaders can use their troops
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
The Only Meth Od.

He suggests that the only method of terminating the war is the capture of Aguinaldo and the obtaining of an or der from him fer the troops to sur render their arms. But, Conception believes, Aguinaldo will never be cap tured.
The Monticellonian., 1899-12-22
up.pay5oS'5
 -VERSuS - (HRISTNAS GOODWILL
SIDNEY HANSON

SlDN ldA-l'AS SOS was fulEof the bit terness of Christ astide.The Pay
 had b e e n
 ed to Christ
 ysonknew that
 Ia presentfron 'Tscns, and so here son =(baehelor, mis- elbowirg his way .th the other shop have been utterly been for the fact ~joy in knowing
 Season br0Ioht
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

Ex-Lieutenant Gov. Harvey will
force the issue as to the legality of the
extra session OF once, since Goddard
has come to the front as the shan,pi on
of the corporations. Harvey ha, b..
gun suit to compel payment of his war
rants by the treasurer, and this suit ia
expected to result in a judicial opinion
as to the legality of the extra Sc. ~,
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

Ed McKibben. of Belpre. was in the
city Wednesday. He has been success
fully treated for cancer of the lower
lip at Wichita, this summer. His
health is poor, however, as his asthma
seems to be getting worse year by
year. After careful consideration he
has decided to emigrate to north
ern Idaho and will make the move a.
soon as he can arrange his business
affairs.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20
NORTH OF RAILROAD
GKlP's RAyAGFs DOOMED.

s.. much misery and so many deaths
have been caused by the Grip, that
everyone should know what wonder
full remedy for. this maiady Is Dr.
Kiuy's New Discovery. That distres-
s.ng cough that inf mes your throat,
rob, you of sleep. veakens your sys-
TEN and paves the way Tor consump-
ton is quickly stopped by this match
less cure If sOu have cliiils and few
er, pain in the back of the head. sore
ness in bone, aul muscles. and that
cough that grips Your tiiioHt Ike
vice. you need De-. Kings Discovery
Pric. soc and 81. Money back II not
cured. MOslier q Co.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

A system regulator is a medicine
that strengthens and stimulates the
liver, kidneys and bowels. Prickley
Ash Bitters is superior system
regulator. 1t drives out all unhealthy
conditions, promotes activity of body
and brain, restores good appetite,
sound sleep and cheerful sbirits.
Sold by Mosher & Co.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

J.H. Gill killed pig last week.
He says it was the runt of the bunch
and did not seem to thrive like the
others, SO he just killed the little fell
low before he died of shame at net
being able to grow as fast as the rest.
He weighed, when dressed, SIS lbs
J. II. says he intends to kill some
hOus in a few days
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

lAfANTED-Scveral trustworthy per- =
~ this state TO Inuuage our buSiR' -
heir own and nearby courtieS. II il IL. =,
elIic-. wor aud conducted at home. SALARY
straight 3.rsI , und expenses -'tcfsite.
h.,f.a tide. no mere. .e>s sxi%r! Monthly
s.J References. tut-os'. srii- Addressed
tanped envelope. Herbert L. Hess. Pre>i.
Dept II. Chicago
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

Colver recently sold a quarter CT
land, just east of the old river bridge,
to John Mcdonald, for $500. This,
taken in connection with Johns other
land in the same locality; will Civ,
him q chance to branch out in the cat
tie business.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

The Oferie people were in to see the
Superintendent of instruction, Satur-
day. They seem to be in a fair way
to effect ID settlement of their school
district iii !iereIceS.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

The highest market price will be paid
IA cash for all kinds of poultry at the
creamery.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

Mr.. Bert Hager and Miss Ida John
son, Of Lincoln, were married by Pro-
bate Judge Blanchard last Sunday.
W.. are informed that the contracting
parties desire to keep the wedding a
secret for the present, but if so they
forgot to mention that fact to the
Graphic.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

VIM. Kuhn went to hutchinson this
week to visit his parents. He will
leave for Oregan in a few days.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

Excursion tickets will be ON salt
January q, % and % to Kansas City ,
at one fare for the round trip, account
of annual convention, Miss ouri and
Kansas Asso. of Lumber Dealers.
Good to return to and including Jan.
%. G.. \. Rose, Agent.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

Mrs. FIedericks of Okarche. Ok. Ty.
Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Copp, for the
past n.onth will return home next
Monday.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

The Millinery Bazaar has just receiv-
cd u handsome line of Battenberp
patterns and materials, also Linen
Tray covers. Center uieces. Doylies
Embroidery silks and Hair goods. u
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

Fig, raspberry, strawberry and ten
other kinds of jams at Green's. Two
cans for % cents.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

John Marshal. who already has one
of the best improved farms in the
cou ty, has recently been further i'm
proving his home by the erection OF Il
C jiIitiIdCiOuS Darn.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

A. c. Dyer expects to go to New
York this weeks to visit his parents.
That is if he has not already gone be-
fore this gets into print.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

We invite you in to see the most
perfect made ready-to-wear overcoats
sand ulssers in the country The pric-
es are the lowest ever made in Kins-
ley.-Edwards 4 Noble.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

Fred Avery was in Topeka, this
week, taking in the sights about the
state house.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

A. G. Dyer has move his law Office
into Keener's new building.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

Miss Iva McMichael expects to 90
to Kansas City in a few DAYS. She
will devote several months to perfect
ing herself in dancing and delsarte
with view to teaching
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

Bruno Hans purchaee of the north
west quarter of 5000 gives him a
nalf section of land in the bottom. He
proposes to move all of his improve
nenUs from his hill farm into the VAL
lev and to make his home there for tho
future.
The Kinsley graphic. [volume] (Kinsley, Kan.) 1890-1940, 1899-01-20

Call at Green's grocery store and
get two packages of Aunt Jemima 8
pancake -four for twenty-five cents.
Made of wheat, corn and rice.