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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
WRESTLING WITH A BEAR.
EVIL Results of an Experience With
Performing Animal.

READING, Pa. March S1.-Anthony Ru-
dy is a patient in St Joseph's Hospital
here because of his ambition to pose as an
animal trainer. ABOUT o'clock yesterday
afternoon a stsolling foreigner wandered
into Denglers. the eastern suburb of this
,, city with performing hear: lie stopped
ali the hotel. and there met Rudy, an ath
letic young laborer. who took quite fan
cy to the bear. an immense black fellow,
with claws several inches ii length. and
wearing a muzzle large as a peach bss-
ket.
Rudy and the bears master became very
friendly. The former asked for and re-
ceived permission to take the bear to the
Glen Hotel. at klapperthal. two miles
away. He crossed the Neversink Mountain
with the animal safely. Arriving at the
hotel, in the historic Klapperthal Glen. Ru-
dy tried to put the animal through his
PAGES.
For time the bear danced and per-
formed the tricks that had been taught
him Rudy became careless and ventured
too close Then the bears huge paws en-
circled his body and Rudy could not escape
The bear threw him to the floor and the
two rolled and struggled until every par
tce of clothing, even the shoes. were
torn from Rudy. The bystanders were
helpless. A messenger was hurried off for
| Bruins owner. II was nearly an hour be-
fore the man arrived. When he came the
bear ceased mis- attack, and his master
hastily led him away.
Rudy was hurried to The hospital. where
it was found that his neck head and back
were ba0iy laCerated. His face looked as
though ii had passed through meat chop
per. One eye was gouged out and an ear
nearly torn off. His condition is serious
and he may not recover. If he ever leaves
the hospital alive he would be a crippled
and manned man. The fact that the bear
was unable to remove its muzzle alone ac-
counts for his escape
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
SENATOR HoAR's DEFENCE.
His Position to Pension for
Queen Lii.

ST. JOHNSBURY. Vt, March 31.-Sena-
tor Hoar of Massachusetts explains his po-
sition as to Liliuokalani, the deposad Queen
of the Hawaiian Islands in letter writ
ten to woman here who formerly resided
in Massachusetts and is well acquainted
with the senior Senator of the Bay State.
She was displeased with Mr.. Hoar's action
Hawaiian Queen and took occasion to ex-
press her displeasure in letter, in which
she suggested in a friendly way that old
age was having an unfavoraDie erect upon
him. Senator Hoar replied:
so far as your judgment goes that
saw YOU are absolutely right but you know
il is said a tortoise lives nine days after its
head is off, and | suppose this may account
for my condition as you estimate it. AS
to Queen Liliuokalani, a lady of high stand
ing in Massachusetts who has known her
personally for a good many years assures
me that the stories about the Queens i'm
moral life are all the purest calumnies
She says that the Queen has been an active
member of the Presbyterian Church since
she left the throne. She has accepted the
situation cheerfully, saying it was impos-
sible for her people 10 maintain them
selves, and that she was glad the United
Stats had got the islands, as some foreign
country must undoubtedly have got them
The bill / have introduced has been ap-
proved unanimously by the Senate Com
mittee on Foreign Relations. many of
whom are young men. so that your trouble
az to old age may perhaps be removed and
was approved nearly unanimously by the
Senate Committee on Appropriations"
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
CONFESSED TO GIVING POISON.
4 Servant Says She WAS Bribed by
Strange Man.

CINCINNATI. March 5i.-Violet Par
sons a servant in the household of Dr. NJ
J. W. Ambrose. Is under arrest and has
confessed that she attempted TO potion the
entire family. Four of the family were
seriously i'll. but all Will recover. Those
affected were Mrs. Fannie aAiken. her two
grandchildren. Francis Winold, aged three,
and Harold Winold. aged six, and Miss
Allie NJ. Gavin. nurse. II is believed that
most OF the poison was administered in
oatmeal porridge although some was prop
ably given in coffee. The servant said in
her confession to Chief of Police Deitscn
that strange man called on her and part
ly through intimidation and partly through
q bride of fl00 got her to promise TO poi
son Mrs c. o. Winold the mother of the
children. Chief Dietsch has sent out tele-
grams calling for the arrest of a suspected
man.
Mrs. Winold got divorce year ago
Pending the decision OF the suit, her nus
band took the two children and departed
with them. After months of search Winold
and the children we're located on Long ISL
and AfterWard they went TO Brooklyn
Mrs Winold followed them and after legal
proceedings obtained custody OF the CHI
dreu.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01

In recent article IN the journal
Miner on the Great Belcher property
in Big Bug, which is being operated by
the Clinords, the following additional in
formation concerning this property has
been received from a correspondent: The
Chfords. who are operating this property,
are nervy miners, who know the value of
the property they have been fortunate in
acquiring. The old Beleher is a landmark
IN Arizona. In the early days. when The
Indians and high prices kept the majority
OF mines from being worked, the Great
Beieher WAS extensively explored. and IL
~ claimed that 500, 00G was extracted
from the oxides found at the surface.
This mine has done great deal 10 add
fame TO Yayapai County. and now that it
has fallen in the hands OF the most skill
full courageous mining financiers, much
may be expected of its future.
The Great Belcher Is 4 very large vein.
carrying gold and copper with small
amount OF silver. These metals are car
ried in a sulphide and in places The mine
shows fifteen feet of solid ore Of "A value
OF about $50 per ton. The mine is being
magnifcently equipped with the most
modern machinery, so economical cNirac
ton will play an important part in it's
future. There IS being erected large
shaft house Of the latest design. 4 pow
erful gasoline hosting plant is now in
place, called by the local miners JUMBO,
Air eompressors and air drills are en-
route. A large milling and concentrating
plant Of 500 tons daily capacity has been
brought 10 work The Beleher and other
Clifford ores. and narrow gauge railroad
has been Incorporated called the Gold
Belt Railway, TO transport the Belcher ore
20 the big mill. az II IS claimed that within
one year the daily products OF the Belcher
Will exceed hundred Il.
tonnage beyond the power of wagon
frelghters TO haul the same. The Belcher
10 patented mine, and its title Is rer-
feet. II is rumored that the Great BeIcher
IS 10 be made a feature GA The Kew York
Stock Exchange"
Write for prospectus or call Mt This
on =. Crast BAlelllr Cai1 Nine Con .any.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01

The average consumer Of WHISKY takes
for granted quality, depending often
times upon the barkeeper's word. or trust
ing faithfully in the outward decorations Of
interior embellishments OF the establish
m6nt where he buys. It Is more than pos
sible that mighty poor whisky can he
bought over the bars of many swell cOn-
Germs. There IS a story told CT a man
going into the Hoffman House bar one
morning and calling for 4 drink of whisky.
The affable "barkeep" placed the bottle
before his customer. who having helped
himself declared the whisky to be of eX-
cellent flavor. but was rather disappointed
AT the price charged, - cents. Not in pro-
test. but rather for Information. he asked
why a drink of whisky should cost so
much? Why" said the bartender "l0oli
around at the magnificent surroundings OF
this place-tbe beautiful paintings the art.
etc, etc" Next day the same man came up
10 The bar wearing pair Of smoked goggles.
and placing l0-cent piece on the counter.
requested drink OF whisky without The
art In it,' The whisky suited him all
right but the price didn't. The moral Is
that fine pure mellow whisky can be
Seventh Street northwest at 10 cents per
drink. without any art in it, but full OF
quality ard flavor. Cannon also sells re-
markedly choice whisky at 10 cents per
quart bottle, and Wilson's celebrated
Original Package Whisky al SI0G pc:
bottle. which is retailed elsewhere 81 $l.JU.
Give Mr.. Cannon a call he'll treat you
right
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
THE WILL OF DAN RICE.
Ten thousand Acres Owned by the
Old Circus Man.

LONG BRANCH, n. j., March 31.-The
will of Dan" Rice was probated yesterday.
The value of his estate is not known. but
he left 10000 acres of land in Tennessee
and Texas. The Tennessee land is said l,
be rich in iron ore and coal His persona
and real estate is bequeathed 10 Miss Ma
ria Brown and John VI. Brown. with whom
the old circus man spent his last days.
They will also get the benefit Of his auto
biography. which is in the hands OF pub
Usher.
Mr.. Rice's only daughter, Mrs. Catherine
Wurtzbach of this city. is to receive 81 900
annually during her life AR Brown and
his sister are named as executors. The
will was made last June in the presence
of Judge c. Ewing Patterson and Lewis NJ.
cloeum
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
ROBBED THE POOR BOX.
A Thief Fishes for Currency With u
GIuc-Contcd Wire.

FREDERICK, Nd. March 31.-It was re-
Gently found that the poor box in st. Johns
Catholic Church was being robbed Con-
tributions are taken from the box at the
end of each month. and it was not unusu-
al TO find s. and SO bills, besides many
smaller notes. in the box, which was To-
Gated in the vestibue OF late, however.
no notes had been found in the box. which
resulted in a close watch being kept 1t is
said a young man was detected robbing
the box but. as the amount was made
good his identity was not revealed.
In extracting notes from the box it was
found that the thief used a small piece of
stiff wire coated with glue, which he would
insert in the small opening. stir it around.
then pull out the money, which adhered.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
BARRICADED IN A CELL.
4 Lynchburg Prisoner Threatens to
Kill His Keepers.

LYNCHBURG. Va. March 31.-A negro
named Isaac Mickles has barricaded him
self in his cell in The city jail and defies
his keepers. At noon yesterday he tore
up the floor OF his cell with piece OF sew
er pipe and placed the heavy beams across
the door He had armed himself with 4
number OF large rocks, which he secured
under the floor, and declares that he will
kin the first man who enters.
Not wishing to injure or MAIN him. the
authorities are using persuasive means.
but the negro. who II is feared has lost
his mind still holds the fort. II he does
not surrender today the fire department
will be called on TO suppress him with 4
heavy stream OF water
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
A CHILD sCALDED TO DEATH.
Fate of Thrce-Ncar-OId Girl in
Philadelphia.

PHILADELPHIA, March S1.-Three-
year-old Rebecca Chatjin, of No. 2213 Ser
geant Street died at the Woman's Ho-
moeopathc Hospital yesterday afternoon of
terrible burns received by falling into a
boiler of scalding water. The childs busy
mother had left the boiler on the floor for
a moment and had no sooner turned her
back than little Rebecea fell into the hot
water Mrs Chattin heard her scream
and quickly rescued her. but not before the
child had been terribly burned.
The little girl was remarkably heroic un-
der extreme suffering. but died within n
few hours Mrs. Chattin was severely
scalded about the hands and arms
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
THE La BoURGoGNE DISASTER.
4 French Steamship Company Asks
Tint Litigation He stopped.

Tint Litigation h. stopped.
NEW YORK, March 31.-The Compssnle
Generate Transatlantique has begun pro-
ceediDgs in the United States courts to free
itself from any liability for the loss of
lives in the laundering of the French Line
steamship La Bourgogne in July. 1895
The multiplicity of lawsuits in which
the company 1as involved by feason of the
various nationslities and places Of resi-
dence of the victims of the disaster and
| their heirs and legal representatives made
the actions for damages matter Of serious
moment to the company So far the ad
judication OF the courts has favored the
company but the list of actions begun is
long one and the end Of litigation was
not in sight. This latest move of the
company in all probability, brings it near
err The law firm of Jones & GOWN. coun-
sci for the company, have made applica-
ton to Judge Brown in the United States
District Court 10 limit the liability OF the
company and to restrain the litgants in
! different parts of this country from the
prosecution of their several suits for dam
ages. The application is made under tina
statute browning lHdl u siiipo"neI : iid-
bility in damages in case OF disaster at
sea shall be limited TO the value OF his
vessel and her fTSiSlls after the accident.
The proceedings. however. have two op-
jects. the limitation of liability, and the
Bringing of all the suits at Law now pend
ing in different parts of the country to-
gether into the Federal Court for this pur-
nose. where it is hoped 10 estop their fur
Their prosecution.
Pending a hearing an injunction re-
straning the prosecution of suits which
have been begun in New Orleans, San
Francisco, Chicago Philadelphia. and Bos-
ton. as well as in this city, has been grant
ed by Judge Brown. Judge Brown signed
the order for the temporary injunction on
Thursday making the processes returHa-
BILE on July Il.
If the relief sought by the company is
granted the Injunction will be made per-
petual French and English tribunals
have already given judgment favorable to
the company in suits growing out of the
loss Of the Bourgogne and a decision has
been given in this country TO the effect
that the court was without jurisdiction in
the matter of collision between French
and an English vessel on the high sea. II
the present proceedings are successful the
company will not only be relieved of pc
cuniary liability but will be freed from lie
gal blame or responsibility for the disas-
ter.
The suits pending in this country against
the company number about forty and the
damages asked aggregate over $1,000. 900.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
Major sIteafer Dead.

HARRISBURG. Pa, March 31.-Maior II.
J. Sheafer, one of the city's oldest insur-
ance men and father OF Alpheus II. Shea
fer of Baltimore, died AT his home in this
city Thursday night in his seventy-fourth
year. He was stricken with paralysis lest
August and never entirely recovered from
the stroke Major Sbeafer was a member
of the Minnesota Legislature before the
civil war, in which he took prominent
part, participating in the battles Of An
tietam and Gettysburg, being wounded at
the latter place. He was former sheriff
of this county. Four children survive.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
FOUND A TOOTH IN HER HEEL.
An Enormous Incisor Removed From
"a Woman's Foot.

WORCESTER. Mass, March 31.-Dr. 10
seph o. Genereux. few days ago. removed
a tooth from the heel OF Mrs. David Sweet.
The physician cut into her foot and behind
the heel bone, attached to the tendon that
runs from the heel, he found large piece
of bone that was tearing the flesh causing
eXcrucating pain. Mrs. Sweet refused TO
be e,herized but the operation was per-
formed and the piece of bone removed
Singular to relate. the piece of bone was
found to be an exact counterpart OF an
incisor tooth. the only difference being
that it had enamel on the back, while on
the front Ii was OF double thickness. II
is ] - inches long. one inch wide, and
half an inch thick. What caused it to
grow in The woman's heel is unknown.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
Eighteen Years In Prison.

ELLfCOTT CITY. Md, March 31--Ran-
ored, were sentenced yesterday to the Ma
ryland penitentiary for eighteen years, for
the murder and robbery OF Charles VIII
Iiams. also colored The crime was commit
ted In Baltimore and the cases were re-
moved here for trial. Walker was tried
by the court and found guilty OF murder in
the second degree and Lewis made plea
of guilty
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
PREVENTED A PANIC.
Pupils Saved by Tencbcr's Pres
ence of Mind.

ANNAPOLIS. Nd. March 3l.-Miss
Childs. teacher of Public School No. .. in
Anne Arundel county. was severely burned
about the hands while extinguishng a FIRE
in the schoolroom.
celluloid comb. worn by Matte Cad
dele, a pupil, who was sitting near the
stove, ignited and in putting out the flames
the teacher received her injuries. She dis
played great presence OF mind in prevent
ing panic, as the scholars had become
greatly excited and rushed for the door
which she locked. Fortunately little dam
age was dome
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01

Yesterday morning while strolling along
Seventh Street, the Cleaner dropped in on
Mr.. II. II. Taylor, who composes the firm
OF r. y. TAYLOR & Co. at No. COS. and
found him doing a rushing business. which
would indicate that he controls that end of
Washington's Wall Street. When asked
his opinion regarding the movement of
stocks for the next few days Mr.. Taylor
said:
Conservative Spectators We're not hurt
by the recent erratic slumFs in Sugar and
Tobacco, as top heayiness could be plainly
seen in these stocks several days before
the break came. and the sharp rise nat
urally followed. In the legitimate list
very few stocks were affected and those
that We're passed into stronger hands,
where they will he held for much higher
prices, which VIII come up with the sap.
Wheat will also sell much higher before
the present options mature
This appeared 10 the Cleaner 10 be pref
~ logical reasoning and he decided TO tab
il up Immediately.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01

Ladies costume making is an art ac-
CURED only after years Of practical eNpe-
Tience. Jacoby. the high art Ladies' Tail
or late of Paris, London. and New York,
is showing 4 charming line Of spring and
summer novelties for ladies' Evening
Gowns Street Suits. and Riding Habits,
Mr. Jacoby Carries the most exclusive fab
rics in the newest designs for present wear.
Only FIRST class worA--perfect in every de-
tail. is done by Mr. Jacoby. II you are IN
decided about buying you are still invited
10 inspect this Gne stock. Early orders are
requested 10 ensure against disappoint
ment These ordering "a Tailor
made suit viii rec------- shirt
waist free Of cost. Pc isfac-
lion assured. orders and ,..ta.se resi-
lence IL desir- Any lady desiring to be
s. -.shly gowned should see
Jaceoy, 1s27 Fourteenth Street northwest.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
Relies of Napoleon Sold.

LONDON. March S1-At 4 sale at Chris
ties yesterday of relics of Napoleon.
bronze copy of the death mask. taken by
D.. Antommarehi, his Cross of the Legion
,f Honor. lock of his hair, the remnant
of the flag that covered the sareophagus
on board the Bellerophon. and a statue OF
Napoleon. as first consul, sold for so
suineas
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
A Child burned 10 Death.

PARKERSBURG. W. Va. March 31-A
little child of Postmaster and Mrs Town
send, of Briscoe Run. about five miles
north of here. during the absence of its
parents in some way ignited its clothing
and was horribly burned, dying severai
hours later.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01

NEW MARTINSVILLE. W. Va, March
Civilian Smith and his son were killed
Thursday night by an explosion of glycer-
inc. They were bringing glycerine down
the creek in a skiff and when about thirty
one miles above the city the explosion took
place. Mr.. Smith resided here with his
family.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
Look Through Carefully.

Examine the styles that are pictured
throughout the pages of the "Delineator."
At least eighty of such designs are new
each month Lewis Baar. 927 F Street
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01

The ''Delineator'' is the favorite maya
zine OF the world for ladies. Subscription,
S1.00 per year Single copies, 1jc. Lewis
Baar, 927 + Street northwest.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
virginia Law Unconstitutional

RICHMOND. Va, March Sl.-The Com
missioner of Valuation Law, creating 1870
commissioners with inqustorial powers.
which was PASSED by the recent Legisla-
iu.e was declared unconstitutional by the
Virginia Supreme Court yesterday.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
Sewing Machines Rented.

Lewis Baar. 927 F Street rents the lead
ings kinds OF sewing machines by the week
or month at most reasonable charges.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
UNEEOA BISCUIT.


ueusich's beers chser the sad. rsysc &c aid.
Inspire the Young. and make weariutss forget lhl
toll. Phone 63I. Arlington Bottling Co, for
Gaze Il Mserzen, senate, or Lager.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01

or Travelling Gowns, should consult Mr.
Foer. A most elaborate stock OF the sea-
sons novelties for spring and Eastertide
are on display. The most fastidious tastes
will be suited. Those desiring the bright
est and ARREST of materials. or such a. re-
quire the more somber tints. have a mag
Dificent array Of materials to select from.
Extreme care in tailoring, artistic skill in
cutting and designing, expert people for
every minor detail. must result in perfect
fitting garments-hence absolute salisfac-
tion for all patrons. For strictly high
class work Mr.. Foer's charges are most
reasonable. Note the address Louis Foer,
s13 Fifteenth Street opposite Shoreham
Hotel
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01

Ask for neurieh's beer the best and puros, of
al beers.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
Ladies' Tailoring.

With the 1st of April
comes the true hn'binger OF
spring-the smartly gowned
lady. The artistic ladies
tailor overfows with bust
ness. that is, if he is an
artist. No doubts need lie
entertained by those ladies'
who patronize Louis Foer,
late Of Fifth Avenue, New
York. Judging from a Cit
ical standpoint of MIR. Foer's
artistic skill. he must GER
tsinly be q fayoIite, because
of his largely increasing
business. Ladies desirin Z
ultra fashionable attire, in
Street or Dress Costumes.
Riding Habits. Cycle Suits.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
ParasoIs, 500.

Remarkable when you leam the
values To be $3.50 and -. There
are solid color silks, plain cen
tiers with contrasting border eff
fects; plsids. stripes, checks. and
novelty silk; a few with hem
stitched borders; new shapes, with
crooked, straight. and loop han
dies; heavy cord and tas,le. 50
only.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01

Washington Loan and Trust Building
Washington, j.. c. Room "A.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01

ton in Mems Clothing Department. And don't
Clothing until you have investigated Without
getting the most satisfaction possible for what
Registered T. s Patent Office No 95.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
Pulley Belts. CSC.

Still as much of an exclusive
bargain as the first day OF the Of
feIing This lot is in the popular
bodice effect. Worth 15c other,
claim.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
Easter Novelties. &c.

Piled on an Aisle Table on Non
day viii be so imported Easter
Novelties, including chickens.
ROSTERS, ducks. rabbits. eggs.
candy boxes. brownies, etc. all OF
new and original shapes and e.
fleets. The value is l5c.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
Ladies SOC Belts, SC.

Lot of 1900 Ed, Velvet, Seal.
and Morocco Belts, in all eolors.
there are few rot worth over &c,
but the most are worth SOC. Such
q price is possible because OF a
special purchase.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-01
Hat Pins. Sc.

1,500 Silver-plated and gold
plated ieweled and plain Hat Pins;
some very elaborate, worth up to
DE.