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The times., 1899-10-29
oLD-TIME GUM SHOES.
Not So Pretty as the "Rubbers" of To-
day.
(From the Philadelphia Reeord.)

(FTOm the Philadelphia Record)
India rubber shoes were first manufac-
tured in Roxbury, Mass, in 1888, and
verify thew were "fearfully and wonder
fully made" They really bore no resem-
bIance whatever to a shoe. They had the
appearance of having been run into molds
or blown. the same as glass bottles are
made They were made of pure rubber
gum No attempt was made to initiate the
shape of the shoe or foot they were IN
tended to cover In shape they were hol-
low tubes tapering toward the toe. AT
the place where the opening to pull them
over the shoe should be was an Irregular
hole, without shape, just as they came
from the mold. The hole was enlarged
with a sharp pair of shears to fit the in
step or cut high or low to suit the taste
or caDrice of the customer. The work was
done by the salesman after the buyer had
selected according TO his requirements,
heavy or light, thick or thin. Mems sizes
we're very heavy, the soles being frequently
from one-fourth TO a half inch in thick
ness They were tied in pairs and stuffed
with straw or hay to keep them in shape
for shipment. A lady's foot, incased in
this huge, ill-shaped mass of Indian rub
Der gum, weighing at least pound, pc
sented a clumsy appearance indeed, par
ticularly when compared with the light
and truly artistic appearance OF the present
styles.
The first attempt at making overshoes OF
india rubber did not prove a success, a
large amount of capital being sunk in the
experiment. as well as all the unsold stock.
They answered the purpose in cold weather
but they would not stand the heat, melting
into a disgusting mass.
Experiments to remedy this difficulty re-
suited in reaching the opposite extreme.
the cold weather freezing them so hard
as to make them brittle, so they could not
be drawn over the shoe until they were
thoroughly warmed and this obstacle to
success was not overcome until Charles
Goodyear discovered his process of vul-
canizing rubber, which has rendered his
name immortal
Rapidly following this era of improve
ments the india rubber shoe began to as
sumo beauty OF proportion and practical
utility. The shoes were lasted and the mer-
chant threw aside his shears. One partic-
ularly popular style that had a great run
for couple of years was trimmed with fur
around the tops and came well up on the
ankles Dickens has immortalized this par
ticular style by placing them on the feet of
the pretty Arabella that Mr. Winkle
The times., 1899-10-29
Kings Palace Dept Stores, a S Sas.t Sss'!e sa Street.

met and fell in love with while visiting
with Mr.. Pickwick at Old WardIe's.
All rubber shoes were made from the
solid gum at that time. and we are safe in
saying that a single pair would outweigh
six pairs of those now in the market Be-
sides being heavy and ugly, they were Of
ten painful from being so tightly stretched
over the feet. They made the wearer look
club-footed and any attempt at embeuish-
ment was a failure and made them appear
clumsier still. But this condition of things
was not to last. In 1874 Goodyear perfect
ed his vulcanizing process and his meth
cd of spreading the pure gum upon elastic
textile fabrics and the manufacture of rub
Der shoes has since improved from year
to year, until they have become a thing of
beauty
The times., 1899-10-29
4 New submarine Boat Company.

TRENTON, N. j., Oct. 28.-Among the
companies incorporated with Secretary of
state Wurtz here today were the Subsur-
face Torpedo Boat Company, to manufac-
ture submarine and torpedo boats.
Clarence L. Burger, William Bar
bour, william McAdOo, Henry p.
Toler, Charles D. Halsey, and William
Williams, of Paterson N. j., are incorpor-
ators. Mr.. McAdoo is the former Assistant
Secretary of the Navy. The capital stock
of the company will be 100000,
The times., 1899-10-29

Hero worship seems TO have been the
social occupation of the month. Admiral
Dewey's ovation. which began promptly
with October. was brought to brilliant
climax last night by banquet in his honor,
and Admiral Schley was the bright particu-
lar star at a dinner the night before. True,
there were weddings every day, and on
Wednesdays all day long; but, after all, if a
bride isn't o-worshiper, how else can
you account for the weddings?
In Difference to the time-honored lore
that elects Wednesday TO be the best day
Of all, the brides of October have chosen
almost unanimously to avail themselves
OF whatever value the old tradition is
worth by selecting that day for their va
rious weddings and next month promises a
like adherence TO the rule. November be-
gins her reign on the lucky day, and among
the marriages announced for that date are:
Miss George Eta Martin 10 Mr.. Francis
Hupp Miller. Trinity Protestant Episcopal
Church. 1880 o'clock; Miss Anna Grace
Neyhart to Dr. William A. Beverd, First
Presbyterian Church and Miss Helen
Prentiss Donohue 10 Mr. Herbert Lindsay
Deyo. OF ST. Louis. The last named Cerc-
mony will be performed az Z o'clock at the
residence of the brides parents DIR. and
Mrs Donohue, and will be followed
by a reception from 10 II o'clock. The
maid or honor Is 10 be Miss NJ, w, Dickey,
daughter Of Capt. Christian h. Dickey,
and Mr. Charles McGuiggan will attend the
groom. The ushers will be Messrs. j.
Barton Miller Harry z. Merritt. William
H. Hardesty and Guy V. Collins. Dr.
Stricken. Of Hamline NJ e. Chuch, is
10 be the officiating clergyman.
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Miss Minnie Queen, of Tenleytown, and
Mr.. Maurice Willard of Boston, were mar
ried Wednesday evening at St Adams
Church. Rev. G. c. f. Bratenahl officiating.
The bridal party was met al the door by
the vested choir, who preceded them to
the chancel singing Perfect Love" The
bride was attired in white organdie, elab-
orately trimmed in white satin bands and
chiffon. Her veil was held in place with
diamond brooch and white rosebuds, and
her bouquet was bride roses, tied with
white ribbon streamers. Her only attend
ant was her sister, Miss Amanda Queen,
who was becomingly dressed in white or
candle and carried white chrysanthemums,
tied with lavender ribbons. The groom
was accompanied by Mr.. Vincent Caylor,
of Virginia. The ushers were Mr.. Arthur
Howe, of New York, and Mr.. Ernest Don
aldson, of Washington Nc reception was
held, owing to the very recent death Of
the brides brother.
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WITH MASONIC RITES.
The Remains of Thomas MnEuIre In
terred nt NOcL. Creck Cemetery.

The remains of Thomas f. Mcguire. who
died suddenly of heart disease while at
his desk In the Postoflice Department
Tuesday were yesterday laid TO rest at
Rock Greek Cemetery. The funeral was
held from the late residence OF the de-
ceased at l1i6 Virginia Avenue southwest,
aud was IN charge of Lebanon Lodge, No.
T. f. A. A. NJ, OF which Mr. Mcguire was
q member The services were conducted
according 20 the Masonic rites. Represen-
tatiVes of the Oldest Inhabitants Associa-
ti0n and of other societies with which the
deceased had been connected were in at
tendance
The times., 1899-10-29

OF course we know how Heurchs beers are en-
ioycd by those who are acquainted with Macrzcu,
Senate, and Lager but it is cur constant aim 10
give those who have not tasted these superior
beers chance TO also enjoy HeuTigh's by 'phon-
ing 63l, Arlington BottIiDg CO.. for a case.
The times., 1899-10-29
AN OLD OXFORD CUSTOM
Decline of the Once Popular Festi-
val of CemmemoratiOn.

In the Place of This Amusement
There Has Crown Up Another Sum
mer Term FestivIty. Whose Centre
Is Not Grave University Cere-
mony, But Contest for the Head
ship of the River,
The times., 1899-10-29
SOCIAL and PERSONAL
Except for Weddings, the Week
Just Past Was Dull.

Admiral Deyvey's Future Movements
Afford Pleasant Speculation for
HIS Friends - The Brides and
Grooms of NoveDber-The DOoIit-
Ie-Scymour Marriage Tomorrow.
The times., 1899-10-29

From now until November's first Tues
day a great many inhabitants OF that gilt
tering sphere the social world, will be too
interested in elections to give heed TO friv-
olous pleasures OF the eat-drink- and-be-
merry variety. but. after that. the debu-
tantes viii be ready to embark on hfe's
voyage. via an ocean OF tea. And in the
mean time the weddings viii continue!
Admiral Dewey deserves at least one
more house for furnishing the aforesaid
social world so many pleasant things 10
chat about With the exception Of that
thousand dollars worth OF tapestries and
bric-a-brac that a lady expert is now in
dustri0usIy purchasing in New York. the
Admirals fellow-citizens know as much,
apparently. about the interior OF his home
he does himself. Every paper in the cOun-
try has taken a careful inventory of the
premises, from the stained glass windows
iI the drawins-roOm 10 the exact number
Of tons of coal in the vaults below. Pend
ing the arrival Of the treasures from New
York. q goodly number OF interested beings
have been deciding for him, among them
selves, just what he will be expected 10
do this winter in the way Of entertaining
That sounds trifie like oficiousness, but it
isn't. It is deep-sOuled interest
Another subject that has been attracting
interested comment is the position Ad-
miraI Dewey will take wnen attending the
State functions at the White House. II is
settled, TO eyerybody's satisfaction, that at
the next New Years reception-it seems
rather premature to be worrying over an
as hs coes himself. Every paper in the coun-
event that won't happen until then-the
Vice President will take precedence after
the President and following him, Ambas-
ssdcrs, Cabinet Ministers, and the remain
ing members of the Diplomatic Corps.
After that-Admiral Dewey or General
Miles?
The times., 1899-10-29
7c Canton. 45c.

Ten pieces closely woven heavy twill
and heavily heeced Canton. &c value.
Special, 7-Sc.
The times., 1899-10-29
l5c Novelties and Plaids, lO4c.

Fifty pieces worsted novelties and
plaids in all the new and up-to-date
styles. Worth from u to 1sc. Special.
01-2c
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Soc Damask. &c.

Heavy bleached table damask, in new
designs, 20 inches wide Worth soc.
Special, SIC.
The times., 1899-10-29
&c Muslin. SIC.

Fruit of the Loom" bleached mus
lin, full yard wide, full pieces. Regular
price, Sc. Special, SIC.
The times., 1899-10-29

The Army and Navy Chapter, Daughters
Of the American Revolution, will give a
reception complimentary TO the national
board and the officers Of the other District
chapters, next Thursday at the home of
the regent, Mrs. Herschell Main. 2O09
Massachusetts Avenue.
The times., 1899-10-29

Mrs. Louis a. Dent, wife of the new Reg
lister of Wills, is the guest of Mrs. Lowrey.
OF Brooklyn. She will remain some time
in New York. and visit friends in Philadel-
phia before returning home.
The times., 1899-10-29

The Legion Of Loyal Women are pre-
pairing 10 celebrate the birthday of their
organization next month, and desire that
all members interested in the event will
assemble at headquarters tomorrow even
ing
The times., 1899-10-29

A surprise party was given by the Help
ing Hand Club Of the Whitney Avenue
Christian Church 10 Miss Mamie Shelley at
the home of her uncle Nj Tingle on
Spring Street, at which games and other
enjOyments were INDUCED in until a late
hour, after which refreshments were
served. Among those present were Mr. and
Mrs Tingle. the Misses Mamie Shelley
Tyssowsh, Jeanie and Bertha Walker,
Maggie and May Krause, Nellie and Eta
King. Ella and Eva Bidgeway, Maud Allen.
Ardell Payne. Lizzie Schraudner, Maggie
Degges. Rose Widmayer Elsie Tlngle.
Bessie Bowling. Winnie Orr, the Misses
The times., 1899-10-29

Miss Marie Hartsock, daughter of Rev
S. NJ Hartsock, d. D., has gone TO High
land, N. Y, to spend the winter with her
brother, Rev. J. Lewis HartsOck
The times., 1899-10-29

Mrs. Edwin Lamasure has taken apart
ments at the Victoria and resumed her
Monday evenings and Wednesday after
moons az home
The times., 1899-10-29

DR.. and Mrs. Louis X Beatty, of clio
East Capitol Street, are at home on
Wednesdays and viii be pleased to see
their friends.
The times., 1899-10-29

Moore, Mrs Watrous. Mrs. Payne. ard
Mrs. Tingle; Messrs. Charles Foster,
George Swink. Arthur RidE6Way, Edward
Stahl Edgar O'Connell William and Ber-
nard Bowling, Henry Schraudner Spear,
Jones, Holmes, and the Rev. DIT. Kimmell.
The times., 1899-10-29

Miss Addie A. Thorne, of North Caro-
lima, is visiting Miss Bette Harris. of 81
G Street northwest. Miss Thorne is a
cousin of Naval Constructor Hobson.
The times., 1899-10-29

Mrs Evelyn Romero. niece Of the late
Ambassador Romero, and Mr.. Malcolm w
Niven we're married in London on the 10th
inst. They will reside in Montclair n j.
the home Of the groom.
The times., 1899-10-29
l0c Canvas. 62c.

Extra heavy Union Canvas in Grey
and Black Elastic and durable. Re
duced from 10c TO 3-4c.
The times., 1899-10-29

A thousand invitations are out for the
wedding OF Miss Lena Allen Hoyt daugn-
ter Of Mr.. and Mrs. Maurice Hoyt, of
'Wawayanda,' Thorp's Lane, Germantown
Pa, to Lieut.. Provoo Babin United States
Navy The ceremony will be performed
at noon Tuesday, in Trinity Lutheran
Church, Germantown, by the venerable
pastor, Rev. Luther E. Albert The maid
of honor Will be Miss Fanny Smith, a
cousin Of the bride. The bridesmaids will
be the Misses Bucknor, Miss Emma Smith
cousin OF the bride, and Miss Margaret
Mahoney, of New York. The best man will
be Captain Tredwell. and the ushers are
expected to be Lieutenant Pierson, of
League Island; Lieutenant Hines, of
Huntsville Ala; Lieutenant Chadwick, of
Washington. and Lieutenant Morgan, of
Norfolk The groom, best man, ushers.
and many OF the guests will be in full
naval uniform. Lieutenant Babin is one
Of the heroes of Manila, having been at
tached to the battleship Raleigh. small
reception and breakfast will follow the
ceremony at "Wawayanda." Lieutenant
and Mrs. Babin will be located in Brooklyn.
The times., 1899-10-29

Miss Ethel Cotton and Mr. Frederick VII.
lard Carlisle viii be married Tuesday even.
ing al 7:30 O'Clock at the residence OF the
brides parents, Mr. and Mrs. John B. Cot.
ton 1855 Roanoke Street
The times., 1899-10-29

The wedding day for Miss Margaret Cas-
sells, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Cas-
sells, and Mr.. Robert Boiler. of Philadel-
phia, has been set for Tuesday, Noyem-
Der IS
The times., 1899-10-29

Former Secretary and Mrs John W Fos-
ter are now entertaining their respective
mothers Mrs. Foster and Mrs. McF Fherson.
The times., 1899-10-29

At the luncheon given yesterday by Mrs.
E. r. Hendley. 1886 Jefferson Place, in
compliment to Miss LilIey, the additional
guests were Miss Watkins. Miss Snyder,
Miss Young Miss Dane, Miss Swayze, Miss
Allen, Miss Hendley, Miss Squire, Mrs
Kuhn, and Mrs. Smith.
The times., 1899-10-29
lOc Silesia, 64C.

An excellent grade of Black and Grey
Silesia- Heavy twill. Sells always for
10c. Special, 3-4c
The times., 1899-10-29

Mrs, Frances Hodgson Burnett who has
been abroad for some time, sailed for this
country yesterday
The times., 1899-10-29

Though Senator platt has taken apart
ments as usual, at the Arlington for the
winter, Mrs Platt will not join him for the
season until after Christmas though she
will make a short visit here next month.
The times., 1899-10-29
I24c Corset Covers. 7c.

One lot of ladies' muslin corset COW
ers. Felled seams and perfect fitting.
Worth u lie, for 7C.
The times., 1899-10-29

Miss Clara L. Church, daughter of Rev.
A. J. Church, ID. D., Of Baltimore and Mr.
Emil II. Stuck, Of the Agricultural Depart
ment. were married Friday evening at
| GunstOn Institute, the home of MI and
Mrs. Beverly r. Mason. The bride who
has been the teacher Of music at the inst-
tute, was preceded into the parlor where
the ceremony was performed by train of
thirty students ali in pretty white dresses.
| The young girls passed through an aisle
formed Of white ribbons held by the Misses
Gertrude Bayne Florence Frisbee Mary
Mason, LOe Holt, Lillian Miller and Mar
gle Kyle. A tiny maid of honor Miss Jose
phine Mason, walked before the bride and
groom wearing a frOck of pink silk null
and carrying pink flowers. The bride wore
white mousseline de sole and carried a
bouquet of white roses. The wedding march
was played on the piano and violin by Miss
| Specht and Miss Lucy r. Mason, and the
| ceremony was performed by the father Of
the bride. Many handsome presents were
received including a generous check from
the groom's family in Hamburg, Germany
Hon. William F. Aldrich and family who
| have been at Rajah Lodge their beautiful
home at Aldrtch Ala, ever since the close
Of the last Congressional session, have
opened their residence In New Hampshire
Avenue for the season. Mrs Pratt the
young daughter OF Mrs Aldrich, who has
very beautiful voice, will sing this winter
in one OF the Catholic choirs.
Mr William Neddo. of this city. and
Miss Margaret f. Hogan, OF Baltimore,
were married in that city last week at the
rectory OF st. Vincent's Catholic Church,
by the assistant pastor, Rev. Henry Cur
ley. Miss Ann Hogan, sister of the
bride and Mr. George w. Smith. of this
city, We're the attendants. Mr.. and Mrs.
Neddo will reside In Washington.
Mrs. and Miss Morris and Miss Brauner
were among the Washington guests who
went over to Baltimore during the week
| 10 attend the wedding OF Miss Honore
| Hampden Peasants TO Mr.. Warthman Gra-
| ham Harrison.
The times., 1899-10-29

Or. Marmion. medical director U. S. N,
assumes command Of the naval hospital at
Philadelphia November l. Mrs Marmion
and her little family will join him Novem-
ber Is.
The times., 1899-10-29

The Haitian Minister and Mrs Leger
have leased the former residence of former
Secretary Carlisle in K Street.
The times., 1899-10-29

Mr / Komura, the japanese Minister,
who has been making a visit to Philadel-
phia, was the guest of honor Friday eve
ming at a dinner given by former Judge
j. J. Clarke Hare, at his country place near
RadnoT, Pa.
The times., 1899-10-29

A wedding Of note in fashionable circles
viii be solemnized tomorrow at noon. The
bride viii be Miss Laura Leggett Seymour,
eldest daughter OF Mr.. and Mrs Henry
Albert Seymour, and the groom, Nj
Charles Benjamin Dooliytle Of New Haven
Conn. The ceremony will take place at
the family residence. 1897 Connecticut Ave
nue..
The times., 1899-10-29

The marriage OF Miss Mamie Browning,
daughter of MIR. and Mrs Horatio Brown
ing, of Washington, 70 Mr. Charles Frank
Carr, will take place Wednesday evening,
November S, at S o'clock, at Trinity
Church.
The times., 1899-10-29
Prepared
Medicines
Reduced.

No reason why you shouldn't buy the
needed medicines at the place where
you get them for the least money We
make il a rule 20 undersell and you can
always depend upon getting the medi-
eines you want here and can always
depend upon their being fresh and fun
OF strength. The big selling We DO in
sures this last
1uihne Pills. 2-gF9ins. per I0O...-.-----l9c.
Flerce's Favorite Prescription. ..........7Ic.
Pierce Golden Medical Discovery Gle.
Vim Mariani - So
Wampoies Codliver OIL ... &c
Cocc7, Beef and Celery. fsc
Douglas Emulsion Of Codlivcr OIL soc.
ItI9Ntee OF hydrogen .1aC. 2qc. and 3gc
Ciark's Corn Salve............-... -
Listeriue ....-......- 49,
Nitch hazel, per pt------...... ... Ig,
Imported CASTLE Soap. large bar. ......-. igc.
Fountain syyinges, qt size, guaranteed
Hot Water Bags 9 qt. size, guaranteed
'"e 90 '-''--.-.-- .d0C.
The times., 1899-10-29

Senor Mendonca. the former Minister
from Brazil to the United States, will, it
is reported, spend the winter in Wash
ington, where he has a wide circle of
friends
The times., 1899-10-29

The Saturday Evening Assembly will
give its next dance November at the Ma
tional Rifles hrmury.
The times., 1899-10-29
30c Wool Suitings. 25c.

Strictly all-wool Turco suitings, SO
inches wide. In Brown. Green, Tan,
Military. Navy Blue, Red, Light and
Dark Grey. Others ask 39c. Special,
25c.
The times., 1899-10-29

The lot consists of Golf,
Rough Riders, Walking Hats,
Tams and Flats, in every con-
ceivable shade, daintily trimm-
ed with quilts and ribbons.
Worth from 75c to $3.50, for. >.
The times., 1899-10-29

Mrs. T. W. Blrney accompanied by her
three daughters aud her mother. Mrs Har-
riet l., Mcclellan, left Friday for New
York, where they have taken apartments
for the winter on Madison Avenue Miss
Newlands, OF Chevy Chase and Miss Mar
tin, of Nevada. both Of whom are art stu
dents will Join Mrs. Birney for the winter
The times., 1899-10-29
$500 Waists. sl.I0.

Ladies' ail-wool flannel waists. braid
trimmed in narrow rows down front.
Also some bias effects. Shades of Car
dinal, Navy, Black, and Marine. Worth
81, for $119.
The times., 1899-10-29
l25c Ladies Hosiery, SC.

One case of ladies' seamless black
hose; all sizes. Regular u 1-2c quail
ity, for &C.
The times., 1899-10-29
ST Children's Dresses, 79c.

One lot of children's worsted dresses
in plaids and plain effects. Waists have
Vandyke yoke of plain material, fin
ished with braid and full blouse, with
pointed lapels over shoulders. Worth
81, for 79c.
The times., 1899-11-19
! 4z1z'4ZL ! y LIQlll

accompanied by one Of the finest portraits
of that remarkable character ever put into
"A book
A considerable number Of pages is devot-
"a 10 the life and work of Hawthorne, and
this part of the book is even more fully il
lusuated than other chapters. There are
pictures Of nearly every home that the
novelist ever had; facsimiles of the first
page of his FIRST book of his handwriting,
Of the stamp which he used as a custom
house officer. pictures of many other things
connected with his life.
Another interesting chapter is that on
Thoreau ana the analysis of the natural
lists character is rather unusual in its sub
tlety and skill. Mr. Mitchell says in part:
His thought ranged above m0ncy-making yet
ha was kOeE-sighted. 1.-The as an Indian and
almost sHau and hale. in many points he
might have posed for Hawthorne DougtelIO,
while the eyuheTauee and force OF his love for
nature would have almost made one look Curl
gu-iE Tor iaWu-t3U- on his ears. u somewhat
pagan In bis belief, He was not pagan IN laSsl-
iuags. NliHai. De Na- % S.nuiaT-haG graduated
with good rank at HaIyaTd-was apt, and spe-
clailE aUpregIBtIFg lu classic ranges. but dis
posed 10 be Jealous and Clntcmptuous of that
side OF classicislu which tended 10 pride OF
Learning and which made the accomplishment
Ct the Sir William Temples; vet if cricket
cEIIprd in his ear 8s Inc scIiiied with his hoe IN
DIS bean patCn. he EaTked back straight to
the tieada Of AuaCreon. like Greek. = .
This temF1s To q new sounding of motives. and
Il q qUestion-W the mixing Of Norman blood
with English PuriJaHisn, and Scotch cove
uautiHg sharpness in this philosopher Of the
woods may not suggest new ways of meas
uriHg the Swallows and depths OF the compos-
lite New England character!
These extracts will give some idea of
the author style and views. The pictures,
as may be inferred from what has been
said Of them, are almost the best part of
81
The book would be a valuable addition TO
any school library, or a beautiful gift book
for anyone interested at all in American
literature. While dealing mainly with the
best known figures in our literary history,
1t also takes up many who are comparative
lyn unknown TO this generation. (New
York: Charles Scribner's Sons. $2.50.)