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The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

Rev. H. H. Mccain was in town on
Thursday, and reports that he has
been conducting an interesting meet
ing at Buelah for the past week. He
says he has been well treated by all,
and no disturbance has occurred to
mar the interest of the occasion.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

Mrs. 8. NJ. LaCroix and daughter.
Ella, and Mrs. VIII LaCroix, left for
anexcursion to Hot Springs on We'd
nesday, expecting to return Sunday.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

Rev. Isaiah Watson, assisted by
Revs. A. L. johnson and w. p. Kline,
have been conducting a protracted
meeting In the court house this week,
aud organized Baptist church in
COlfax with several charter members.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

Mrs Addie Smith, Washington, La,
writes: was nearly always sick and
never knew what health was until 5 years
aga I commenced using DR.. M. A. Sim
mons Liver Medicine, which cured me.
keep well by taking dose occasionally.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

Prof. Hines and wife have decided
to keep house in the residence hereto
lore occupied by Mr.. L. b. Price, and
they have been quite busy all the
week fixing themselves up. Mr.. and
Mrs. Price have taken charge of the
LaCroix hotel, and moved into their
new quarters on Thursday.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01
-M. Joe Manetho,
~ gF ~ THE FAMOUS
49, 6&Saddle Stallion

VIII make the season of 1900 at my
farm Oh Red River opposite Boyce.
La. ut $40 for the seasoR. with re-
turn privilege in case of failure.
DEscxRTPTIoN AND PEDIGREE.
Sired by Manetho standard bred
trOtting stallion, No. 1905: chestnut
horse foaled March 10th, 1882, bred hy
A. j. Alexander. Woodburn farm.
Kentucky. Sired by Harold, (sire of
Maud s., record 2:O-X.) First dam
Mary Bell, dam OF Puellcr. record 2:29.
lsister of Dick Moore, record 2:25K, by
Belmont. sire Of Nutwood, record ,:
1Sz. the sire of Manager, two year
old record 2:O6.) Second dam Mary.
dam of Dick Moore, record 2:22X anil
Mary Todd, trial in 2:2l, and dam OF
CrittendeI, sire OF Mamie NJ, record
2:261: by Monmouth Eclipse. Third
dam by Bertrand. Fourth dam by
kOsiciusko. Fifth dam by Gallatin.
Sixth dam by Celer, Manetho is the
sire of Lizzie Harold, record PIT, and
Dagma, trial 2:174. JOE MANE'TIO
In years old this spring, Ii hsssds /
inch high, weighs 1910 pounds, fine
form, tyle and action; a natural sad
dler and producer Of saddlers.
For further particulars call ON or
address HEMAN SMITH,
Boycc, Louisiana
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

Cactus compound, true laxtive tonic
is guaranteed to expel your malaria, bill.
iousness. clear your complexion and in
crease your weight.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

The fall term of the Summerfield
school will open on Monday, Sept. 8.
with Prof. ]. j. Nixon in charge.
They expect to run a nine months
40 saiOu
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

The unbappy mortal whose liver is in
acsive is miserable without apparent
cause. DR.. NJ. A. Simmons Liver Medi
cine makes life worth living.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

Messrs. A. Joyner and Geo. Wood
run. Of BOyce. were In Colfax on
Thursday, and we understand they
expect to open a store In COlfax before
long
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

For toning up the system after child
birth and Fastening complete and speedy
recovery, Simmons Squaw Vine Wine or
Tablets are invaluable.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

Mr.. C. w. Williams has about half
of his first loo, 900 brick already in the
kiln. and expects to be ready to fire
up in two or three weeks.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

To run woman crazy, let her menstru-
atoms I've either too frequent or too much
at one time. Simmons SQuaw Vine Wine
or Tablets correct this trouble.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

One Minute Cough Cure is the only
harmless remedy that never produces
Immediate results. Try it. J.A.Hyde.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

To eat with appetite. digest with COM
fort and sleep with tranquility, take a
dose of DR.. M. A. Simmons Liver Medi-
cine occasionally.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

Wives! Simmons Squaw Vine Wine or
Tablets bring happiness to sorrowing
husbands and barren homes.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

The family Of MIR. Joel l.. Fletcher,
who have been away nearly all sum-
.mer, returned this week.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

Frequently protracted constipation
causes inflammation of the bowels. Rem
edy-use DR.. Simmons Liver Medicine.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

Simmons Squsw Vine Wine or Tablets
regulate the menstrual organs and guar
antee regular, natural monthly periods.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

DeWitts Little Early Risers are "a
nous little pills for liver and bowel
troubles. Never gripe. j. A. Hyde.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

Sick headache is the bane of many lives.
DR.: Nd. A. Simmons Liver Medicine cures
and prevents this annoying complaint.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

ANTI -KREoN Tablets, the only laxative
digestive 25c cure for chronic chills and
malaria. No cure, no pay.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01
Prof. w. s. Patrick was respected to
arrive in Colfnx last evening.

The eSummerfield camp meeting will
begin tonight, and run about eight
daye
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-09-01

Justices of the peace can secure a
supply of blanks at this office.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

residence of Mrs. Cook, No. J05 9th street
southeast, last Tuesday night. Several
flash-light photos were taken of the men,
bers and their guests. The company was
invited into the dining room. which was
the colors of the club, where abundant
present were the Misses Edith Freeland,
Hattie Donaldson May Preston, Ethyle
and Floss Shriver, Martha and Pauline
Ullrich. Mabel Caldwell. Irene Carroll,
Viola Brown. Maud and Sarah Fighter,
Clevie Padgett Annie Armistead. Cora
Birch, Susie Davis. Jeanette Farden, Isa-
belle Garcia Jennie Talbert, Dora Rapee,
Bessie Spelyzendanner. Matte Corwin.
Hattie Kesterson, Annie Beavers, Nova
Chrouger, Pearl Richardson. Margaret and
Bessie Moore, Gertie McWilliamson. Hat
tie Pugh, Nina Schickler. Hattie Sullivan,
Helen Suyler Laura Rockers, Rode Cook,
Ida Elliott, Miss Cook, Mr.. and Mrs. Cook.
Mrs. RICHTER and Messrs. John Fighter,
Geo. Schickler Irving L. Sheckells. c. f.
and A. C. Watts. B. c. King. Franklin Da-
Wis. Clarence Rullman, Chas Pennington.
Clarence Sheckells. Harry King. Edgar
clark. Jas. McWilliamson. Thomas Armi-
stead. Chas Keel. Fred. Torney. J. E. Ro-
land, H. E. Morris, Wallace Brick. Chas.
Thorpe, R. H. Young, Carson and Norman
Ward Milton Brown. Thomas Gibson.
Chas. Sullivan. Harry Edelin,, ]. J. Keefe.
p. F. McMahons T. Custer. N. Roland,
Wilbur Cissell, Clarence Heider, William
Wade. Wilbur Fookes, Frederic Lehnert.
Clarence Keefer, Smoot Taylor and Bert
Marshall
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07
WHITE HOUSE EXTENSION.
Provisions of the5 undry Civil Bill 70,
improving the Mall.


The conferees ons the sundry civil bill
agreed to the following provisions regard
ing the enlargement of the White House
and the treatment Of that section Of the
CITY between Pennsylvania avenue and B
streets southwest, and they were accepted
by both houses:
For continuing plans for extending the
Executive Mansion, prepared in the office
of the engineer officer In charge Of public
buildings backgrounds. for completion of
drawings, model and specifications, and for
each and every purpose connected there
with, $1,000, or SO much thereof as may be
necessary: the chief of engineers of the
United stateSsrmY shall have the employ
ment of all PERSONS connected with this
work.
1.-THE chief of engineers Of the United
States army Is authorized to make an ex-
animation and to report to Congress on the
first Monday in December. 1900. plans for
the treatment of that section Of the Dis
trict of Columbia situated south of Penn
sylyania avenue and north OF street
southwest, and for a suitable connection
between the Potomac and the Geological
parks; and In making such examination
and plans he Is authorized to employ a
landscape architect of conspicuous ability
in his profession; for services and expenses
incident to said examination and report the
sum of 1900 is hereby appropriated"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07
At Calalnba.
AFFAIRS IN GEoRGETowN.
Annual Contest in observation-disclosures
and PersOnaI Items.

and Personal Items.
The annual elocuton contest in George
town University was held Tuesday evening
at CASTOR Memorial Hail. and was attend
ed by large number of the friends of the
institution. A fine program was arranged
for the occasion, which was thoroughly en-
joyed. The numbers included THE Dukite
Snake" rendered by ]. Stanslaus Brady;
Deaths DOOM Paul Joseph Brown;
How Salvador Won the Race" William
Henry Byrnes; How He Saved st.
Michaels." Joseph Thomas Lynch: The
Hat" Joseph Lee McAleer: The Chariot
Race" Edward Joseph Smith: THE Fam
ne." Charles Lee O'Brien: AUX Italiens. -
Charles Vincent Moran: kissing Cups
Race" George I4eGuere Mullaly.
The judges of the contest were Thomas r.
Fitzgerald. DIR. William F. Byrnes and
Eugene D. F. Brady. and they awarded the
prize to J. Stanislaus Brady, a handsome
medal. which is awarded every year at the
commencement exercises.
Ford Thompson. aged eight years. while
shoveling coal in the cellar of the house in
which his parents reside, was bitten on the
arm yesterday afternoon by a dog which
was wandering in the neighborhood. 1t is
understood the boy endeavored to pat the
animal the back, when the brute turned
and bit him. He was taken to Georgetown
University Hospital, where the wound was
cauterized, and later the boy was permit
ted to go 10 his home.
James Keys, co1ored. aged twenty-nine,
residing at 1924 jefferson street. was taken
sick yesterday afternoon shortly before
o clock at sd and NJ streets. He was re-
moved to the Georgetown University Hos
pital in the patrol wagon.
The retreat sermon a Trinity Church
will be delivered this evening and tomor-
row by Rev. Father Pardow, there being no
sermon Saturday evening.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07
sEAnd."
To the Editor OF The Evening Star:

10 the Editor OF Ue f.SeuinS StaE.
In a paragraph, printed recently in The
Star entitled 1.-The Defective School Cur
rculum.'' the writer complains that his
children were ordered to leave out the
word and in expressing Two thousand
nine hundred (anD sixty-three and $1,000
dollars"
This method did not originate in the
schools of the District. 1t is the form
adopted by the best arithmetic writer's and
perpetuated by the examiners of the civil
service commission, and IL the officials or
the United States treasury use any other
form. as is alleged. they will fail to pass
the examination"
Nor is this form altogether arbitrary, but
IL is necessary to perspicuity in some in
stances. If The and may be promiscu-
ously used and the pupil is asked to write
thousandths. he will not know whether to
write 80 4O0.0009'' or ".94O9." But. II he
has been taught that tho and is only
used TO connect the whole number and the
decimal, he knows he is to write
80 $40 .0o19:" as ".94i9' would have been ex-
pressed by mine thousand four hundred
nine ten-thousandths."
lum" except in this particular. and feel
less inclined to than ever since l heard a
conscientious teacher declare that the study
Of "Evangeline'' occupied the entire time
from September till Christmas. and that
she had copies of only four text books for
the use of her forty pupils: and these were
"Evangeline." Miles Standish, Music
Reader and United States History"
But Mr.. Powell is not responsible for
driving the and out Of the expression OF
numbers, except to connect the integer and
fraction. r. G. HAVENS.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07
THE WORLD OF SOCIETY


Leod will reside in Lindenhurst after an
extended tour.
Miss Bessie Meek of GAINESVILLE, Ga, is
visiting her relatives, the Miss Hereford,
at Ills 10th street.
Miss Celestial Harriet Richardson and
Mr.. Charles ]. McMuliin were married yes
terday at pm The wedding was very
uuiet owing to a recent death in the fam
ily of the groom. Mr.. and Mrs. McMullln
will be at home at PIG North 10th street,
Philadelphia, after July l.
The engagement is announced Of Miss
Mabel Evan, daughter Of Mrs. r. r.
Evan, formerly of Washington, now of
Paris to his excellency. Nicolas Sabbag-
hey of Cairo, confidential secretary to
Prince Hussein Kamel-pacha, uncle of the
khedive.
Mr.. and Mrs. George Bowie Chapman.
1888 Kenesaw street, have as their guest
Miss Lillian Mount. daughter Of the late
Capt. John F. Mount.
Mr.. and Mrs. Jacob Miller have issued
invitations to the marriage ceremony OF
their daughter Ottilia Charlotte, to George
Edward Hebbard Wednesday evening. June
90 at O'Clock, at Calvary Baptist Church,
Sth and H streets.
DR., l. w Blackburn and wife and Miss
Alice F. Slater are at Atlantic City. DR..
Blackburn is the representative OF the
Government Hospital for the Insane, at
the meeting of the American Medical Asso-
citation.
Miss Mary Moore Crutcher Of Ken
lucky and Miss Carrie Beaver Lfddings Of
Takoma Park, D. c., rendered a most de-
lshtful party to their little friends We'd
nesday afternoon. The parlors were elabo-
rately decorated with ferns and flowers.
the little girls receiving under an umbrella
of ferns The little hostesses received many
presents. The children were invited to the
dining room, where the table was lighted
with candles and laden with good things.
A wedding Of special interest to Washing
tonians took place last evening In Phila-
delphia, when Miss Edith Lyle Benner.
only daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph G.
Benner, became the bride of Mr.. George
Montgomerie Howard, formerly of this city,
now of Philadelphia. Miss Florence G..
Gregory of Bala, Pa, was maid of honor
and Mr., Howard was tended by Mr.. Edwin
Boileau De Graw. formerly Of Washington,
as best man. The Rev. DR.. Bodine Of the
Church of the Saviour officiated. After a
reception Mr.. and Mrs. Howard left for
New York, and an extended tour. Mr.. and
Mrs Howard will be at home No. 4241
i SAMSON street, Philadelphia, after Septem-
Der 10. The bride was handsomely attired
in a gown Of white mousselne de sole,
trimmed with chiffon, and carried a large
| bouquet of bride roses. She wore a beauti-
| full diamond and sapphire brooch. the gift
of the groom The maid of honor was
most becomingly gowned in dress of
| decorations consisted of palms. American
| beauty roses and lilies of the valley.
Mrs. Saml. B. Paris and daughter Of
| Connecticut avenue are staying with Mrs.
]. A. Ware at 1920 Rhode Island avenue.
| The Hawthorn Pleasure Club terminated
Its social season by giving social at the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07
Vim MARIANA

Mariani Wine--World Famous Tonic
Many thousand physicians and mil
lions OF persons during the past
thirty-five years have thoroughly
tested Vim Nariuni and invariably ex-
perienced beneficial effects. Thou
sands of famous men and women from,
almost every walk of life have
praised Vim Mariani In poetry and
prose. In music, sculpture and paint
Ing. Try Vim Mariani on it's merits.
sold by all DruEgists. Refuse Sub
stitutea.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07
A Piano Recital.

Mrs. George Routt-Johnson's pupils re-
cital at the Vermont Avenue Christian
Church last evening attracted an apprecia-
tive audience. All the selections were rem
dered without notes and Mrs. johnson re-
ceived congratulations from her friends.
The pupils were assisted by Miss May
Adele Levers. soprano, and Prof. McFall.
baritone. Those who participated in the
program We're Misses Bessie Totten. Vernal
Griggs. Marion Spear Mary Rixey, Eleanor
Payne Gwendolin kizer Lillian Love-
Ethel Sunny and Mr.. Works.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

Michael ]. Brown has been appointed by
the District Commissioners Waterman at
the Washington Asylum, vice G. A. Kengla,
resigned, at an annual salary of $685..
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07
Am Excellent
Conn binlatiOn1.

The pleasant method and beneficial effects oil
the well known remedy. SYRUP OF FIGS. man
ufactured by the CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP co
illustrate the value of obtaining the liquid las-
alive principles of plants known to be medicihaii'
laxative and presenting them In the form h1os'
refreshing to the taste ard acceptable to the sys
ten II is the perfect Strengthening laNa'i'''
cleansing the system enecrually, dispeliins coids
headaches and fevers gently yet promptly, ana en-
aiding to overcome habitual constipation per
manently Its perfect freedom from every ob)ec-
tionahls quality and substance. and Its acting on
the Kidneys liver and bowels. without weakening
Irritating them. make 1t the ideal laxative
In the process of manufacturing fgs are used. as
they pleasant to the taste. but the mediclh'i
qualities of the remedy are obtained from SIENNA
and other aromatic plants by method known to
the CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP CO. only. In order
TO get its beneficial effects and to avoid limitations
please remember the full name Of the Company
printed on the front Of every package.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

liz, 2, 2h and 3-yard lengths of Cream
German Table Damask; 81 inches wide; good
wearing grade; sells from the piece n O~
for 29c. yard. Remnant, per yard SNs
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

A lot Of Fine Quality French Coutil and Sum-
mer Net Corsets, which sold ut 69c.-sizes are
somewhat broken. but every Corset is perfect
In fit and comfort. Go Friday 3NC
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07
Corsets and Sacuues.

A lot of ladies' Percale Dressing Sacques,
trimmed around collar with lace; and also
Ladies' Bingham Wash Skirts. in light col
ors. Former prices. 69c. and 75c. Doc
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

About 10 dozen Pure Linen Napkins; soft
finish German damask; in dice patterns; fast
sewage edge both sides; sold for SMC
lec. doz. Remnant price, dozen. $50. O>Ns
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

A lot of ladies' White Washable Chamois
Gloves, 2-clasps with self stitch
ing, guaranteed washable and
perfect fitting These are the kim
regular 81 quality-offered to- oONVNo
morrow for. Observation-Disclosures. ~ Nv
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

"A lot OF Mems Fast Color Percale Working
Shlrts In neat stripe and plaid effects sizes
70. lo1a and 10 cnly-which sold at ,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

Odds and ends Of Children's French Null
Caps and Hats. slightly mussed nom nanuiIng
regular 81 to 81. 40 values-will be 2dD<,
closed out Friday for only. ........... epSAe
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

An odd lot of Mems Pure White SILK front
Shirts; In all sizes except 15,.-made with fine
cambric body. gathered yoke and pat
ent neckband. Sold at 69c.-go Friday Dr.
for ...... o1SC.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

Mems Fine Quality White Muslin Night
Robes. full regular made: "a inches long. with
plain or fancy embroidered frunts-every size
fire from II to is-nlways sell at Doc SIC.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07
Muslin wear.

Odds and end, of finest quality and best made
Muslin and Cambria Undergarments, comprising
Gowns. Drawers. Skirts. Chemise and Corset
Covers, all of them deliberately trimmed with
1lmy lace, embroidery and ribbons Values
worth 1.39. Soiled mussed-so MN<,
we've marked 'em only. ..............V SSs
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07
Linens.

Small lot of Dresden Glass Doylies; O7Lo
full size; sold for SOC. doz. Each. .ANSNs
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

dozen Fancy Colored Wash Suits. made OF
Galatea Cloth Madras. Percales and CheviOt-
In sizes 3 to Switch sold at Csc Roo,
go Friday for. Observation-Disclosures WV
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

big lot OF Mems Best Woven Madras
Shield Bows. Band Bows and String Ties, in
fine assortment of the newest pat
terms. Regular &c. and Zoe. qualities DIV ~
-loF /XSs
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07
Tempting values for men,

800 dozen pairs of Mems Fancy
Guns left from cOlOred shirts and a
made of fine woven madras and ii
percale. in all the latest patterns II n
go on sale tomorrow. per pair. IL So
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

Odds and Ends of Boys Suits in Vestie
style-broken sizes: which sold for s1.3s. 81 AZ
Cassimeres in fancy patterns. = 1 Az
Choice Friday for. ....-..-........ W ne nv
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07
Children's wear 4.

lot Of Misses and Children's PercaIe and
Lawn Dresses. waists trimmed in lace and
embroidery. and extra wide skirts. with deep
9sc values-for. ~ ~ s: s"'a. 4Vc.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

A lot Of Mems Fine French Balbriggan I'm
derwear. shirts and drawers to match; full
regular made: felled seams: all sizes. CMc
regular Doc. values-Friiay for. S>Ns
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07
Friday bargains from the boys dept

A lot of Boys Soft Chevi"t. Bedford Cord
and Madras Neglige Shirts. with collar
and cuffs attaehed-sold regularly at o3gc.
4Sc.-I'T. ~
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

5000 yards of D'mities, in
&: IS: !; !: $: ~: i: Il: $780,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07
elk goods sold up to 75c. ait soc.

mnan o
surhS erge.
Novelties Figured Mha nc a
hope is orred fol
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

Boys A1i-silk windsor Ties and Band Bows
in light and dark patterns and assorted styles
f 1sola at 2'e'-sl'shtly mnssed. 12hc.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

5000 yards of Fine Dimi-
ties sheer quality. that sells Il y
of the piece at 12hc. yd.-in IN < IN ~
vast range of the most eff Il UoMl w.
fective styles-Friday for. TlF
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-06-07

$3.50 yards of i0-inch
Is: w.: i: E; y $780,
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1900-03-14
A Crisis in China.

CHICAGO. March IA special to
the Record from Victoria. b. c., says:
According to Asiatic advices by the
steamer Empress Of India, the recent
coup d'etat OF the Empress Dowager of
China, in which the Emperor, Kwang
Su. was dethroned and the 6-year-old
son Of Prince Tuan named as his sue
cessor, bids fair TO embrOil the Celes-
tial Empire in civil war. At Swallow
the Chinese are already in revolt and
in many other parts of the empire they
are taking up arms against the En-
press and the Manchus. The reform
party which Is at the head of the move
ment to foment rebellion is in receipt
Of a telegram from Kang Yu Wei, sent
from Singapore, in which he says he
can raise an army of 10000.
The China Gazette says the Empress
DowageT and her advisers, be ng afraid
of a revolution in Picking, have applied
to the Russian Government for help
and that the japanese Government has
protested.