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The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1900-09-01
MONTHLY MoYEMENT.
RECEIPTS BY RAILROADS.

For tho seasons of 1889 and is90-i0OO the
railroads entering Houston reported gross re-
ceipts as follows:
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1900-09-01


One of the most exciting incidents Of the
year occurred on October 30 last-Dewey
day in New York. The New York exchange
was closed. but New Orleans was open and
there was curb trading in Gotham. A green
operator was sending out the Liverpool quo
tauons and in few hours he had The cot
ton world wild. He sent prices up some
thing like cents a pound before the error
was discovered. In the New Orleans pit the
brokers were crazed with excitement and
speculation was active. Suddenly, however.
the business OF the exchange was suspended
investigation of the situation.
Another OF the peculiar features OF Tho
market was the premium New Orleans put
on July and August deliveries above New
York. In May and June II became nppaie emit
that there was big deficiency in the cot
ton crop and the New Orleans crowd com
menced to maneuver a corner in July. TINS
they accomplished TO perfection aud pr.c.s
went up as high as II cents, though at the
latter figure no transactions took place. In
fact. for several days the ring in control
fross everybody out and no cotton could be
bought at the ruling prices.
1t has been Just ten years since the price
paid for cotton has been anything like as
high as 1t is today. Middliug In Houston
Is cents pound higher than It was year
ago This is equivalent to SIS bale advance
Tho agricultural commissioners OF the cotton
States estimate the coming Texas crop a,
s,aocooo. This means that at present price,
almost s5o.ooo,ooo more money to clrculat,
In Texas and the Territory
Below will be found statistical information
giving comparisons with previous years,
which will be OF interest.
From tho statistics compiled by secretar,
Warner of the Houston Cotton Exchange IN,
following interesting figures are obtained:
lg99.la0O tses %
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1900-09-01
Houston Daily Statement.


Gross receipts thus far this week.. 9.4A
Gross receipts 1854 days this year 1853, 74l
Gross receipts 1854 days in 1897 2, 53i, 1888
Gross receipts 36i days in 1859 ...l 400, S3l
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1900-09-01

London. August si.-c ,ssr lsaissay
p Der ounce: money BY pei petet ioI '; II,
Count cor ia the open mar NAN uoonihs e
: o ,ilisGSa per cent; three
z 1876 per cent.
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1900-09-01

New York. August s .aancIaI cahl,.iI,,ys
R EsrI'ses in the markets s ss'' harss,
i in,r ,sa, he last stage o. y
l Tr,aps S,as is close at HAND
| SILVER for Esr .'s.,s
New york. AUST s,i axe out ~
sailing for Europe va"
Of silver.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22
AFFAIRS OF The DISTRICT
An Unusual Case Referred to the
Auditor for an Opinion.
Empfoyc at the Washington Asylum
Desires Extension of Leave With
Pay on the Ground That He Did
Not Take Vacation Due Him
Complaint About n Gasoline Tank.

J. w Thompson, an employe of the
Washington Asylum. has applied for an ex-
tension of his thirty days leave, with pay.
Mr.. Thompson. who was appointed to his
position January /, 1899, did not avail him
self of the annual leave allowed him last
year, and W. T. stoutenburgh, to whom
the matter was referred, in view of this
fact. recommended that extended leave
with pay be given, as requested.
Reference TO the District ACiitor of the
request has ELECTED a recommendation
from the Deputy Auditor, A. Mckenzie.
that the request be denied. Mr.. Mckenzie
cites the law relative to annual leave of
absence and to the instance where leave
may be extended with pay, none of which
he finds applicable to the present case.
THE Comptroller of the Treasury"
states Mr.. Mckenzie, holds that this law
is applicable to the District of Columbia
so far as it is not inconsistent with the
ret making appropriations for the District
approved March .. 1885, which authorizes
The Commissioners. in their discretion, TO
grant leave of absence to per diem en-
ployes Failure to take or get annual leave
in one year does not entitle the employees
to increased annual leave in another.
The applicant for leave in this case is
regular enploye of the Washington Asy-
lum. 1t does not appear from the papers
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

THE RACING CALENDAR.
Entries NJ Grnvesend.

GRAVEsEND, Sept. 21--Entries Tor tomor5w's
races:
First raee-For three year-oId and upward;
selling; about six furlongs-Liebes Mari, .i3;
Tnlo. 100; Godfrey lOI; Danioub JOG; sad
ducee. lo9: Blarnsystone. lO6; Pupil, Pincher,
100; FlauBt, ll2; Matchim, lI2
Second Handicap; for all accs one mile
and seventy yar,S.-Potentc, 1913; The Roman
ll9; Autumn Il8, Cnnialon 10, and Beau Gallant
", Hildreth's entry; King Barleycorn. ll3: Kin
nikinie, lO7 star Bright. frsi Whip, Hos; As
quth, "a; Anecdlte. s..
Third r4ce-The Flatland Stakes; selling; FIVE
furlCngs.-fakc, TO-; Sereeoh, lGi Basuto, lG2;
schoolmaster IS; Kimberly. 81; lebanon, Maxi
mus. i)7 Hldreth's entry; Ann Thompson 81;
Moor. 81; Manga, 8; Colonel PlddeH, I0j; Satire
%; Autolight lO2.
Fourth Tace-The OrcidfBial Handicap: ior all
ages: one and one-eghth mies=fmp. l2G; Jack
Point, ll6; The Roman, 10; Belle OF Troy 1Oj;
Cbarcntus, l03; Lieber Kari. Pink Coat, 1O2;
Androncus, 81; Withers, DC; General Mart Gary,
90; Hardly, S..
Fifth race-for maiden two-ycar-olds; FIVE fur
loTi;s.-SemnoIe. Dangerfeld, Schoolmastcr, 10;
Anna Darling, lG7; IsIac Hopper, no. Templeion,
Trigger, l01 C9rnelian, ~ Clay Rye. Isia
ShaTpshooter. Mark Lane. Codiifs. Add, Iagnus
Troll, Rappenecker, Pigeon Post, G. W W, The
Rhymcr, 10.
Sixth race--For three year. olds and upward;
selling; ard pne-sixteenth miles. --Siar Bright
Big Gun, 100; Rinaldc, 9J; Alsike, 106; Com
pensstion. 100; Mcleod of Dare lO7; Oneok
Queen, %; Beverage. q: Fonsolec, IO2 The
Amazon, l0i; Elm CONG, 9s.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22
How the Clubs stand.
RoWDYIsM ON THE FIELD.
Umpire snyder Persona Non Grnta to
Players and Public.

NEW YORK, Sept 2l.-The New Works again
defeated the Brooklyns at Washington Park to-
day the champions failing 10 hit Mercer, aud
making damaging fielding errors The game was
a disgraceful affair because Of the rowdyism and
the ugliness displayed by the players of both
teams. ILwlcy tried to punch Umpire Snyder
In the eighth, and put out Of the grounds
The moment the last play was made Kelley, the
Brooklyn captain. threw his glove in snydcr's
face. McGinnity also punched the UMPIRE in the
back. and was treating him TO a rough handling
when players pulled the irate pitcher :Tay. The
crowd then rushed at Snyder. Who required police
protection from the field and after leaving the
grounds. The Brooklyn officials later denounced
President n. f. Young for sending Snyder to
umpire a series that has direct bearing upon
the championship, while Euslie Hurst and
Swartwood are elsewhere. The score by innings:
r. II. Z.
New York. 0 . II : ,
B.ooklyn....- . o 0 0 0 Ia S 4
Batteries Mercer and Boeerman; McGnnity
and Farrell.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

HAWTHORNE, sept 2l.-Enties for tomor-
rows races:
First race-For threc-year-olds and upward /;
selling; one mile.-Owcn,boro. Highland Lad,
los; Dagmar. Danish. Celtic Bard. 100; Hans
ford, 1Oj; Latch Key, Bishop Reed lOj: Clay
POINTER. l04; Pirate j.. Irish Jewell, 81 Hood 5
Brigade. Gj
Second rIce-For two-ycar-ods; selling; one
mile.-E Oricntc l03; Impromptu 1dj; Light
Ball, lGi; Tie Conqueror, Leo Newell. IOl;
William Ack, %; Hurry, 81. Bluff Bagaboo,
Icene. %.
Third T3ce-A steepleciase handicap for three
yeor-olds and upward: short course Becky Rc!fe
Last Fellow, Mr.. Dunlap. 40; sallust, lSs; Cor
onatus. 1873; Manchie. I27
Fourth racc-Aor two-year-olds; FIVE and one
half furlongs--Wall, Jimincz. is; Wild Pirate.
Bo0mersck, DargGliIe Tyr, 10; Bard Of Avon,
slurian, fancywood, Barbara NJ, Albert +.
Dewey, 105; Watia. l03.
Fifth race-A handicap for tIree-year-o'ds and
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22
Coed Might. ~

How few women know what it is to
have a good night; night of sound,
restful sleep. They smile and say good
niglItn in CHEEKY tones, but when the
chamber door closes behind them, the
smiling raass drops off, and shows the
lines Of suffering.
Other women have had the bad nights
changed to good by the use of Doctor
Picrce's Fayorite Prescription. So may
you. Ninety-eight times i'll every hun
dred it perfectly cures diseases of the
delicate wonlanly organs. 1t builds up
the nervous system, puts flesh on the
body and color on the cheek.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

Laureate os; Zanel, IS; Joe Doughty, lOl;
Go To Bed. Ill.
Fourth race-For three -year-oldS and upward;
one and one-half miles. over six hurdeS.-ntus,
l39; Francis Pope, Domaz2tta 1872; Tonic, l62;
Negligence 163.
Fifth race-For three-year-olds and upward;
che mile.-Alice Turner. 80; Tayon, Royal Ster-
ling. lG2; Ida Ledford. 90; Hinocker. 90.
Sixth race-For three-year -olds and upward;
selling; seven furloncs.-Mlggie Davis, l0l;
Iii Kollar. JOG; Hayiland, los; Einstein, l0l;
Kindred 1903: Meddlesome, 1Ol.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

upward: one and once eighth miles.-The Lady.
l05; Thrive, Florzlr, Pinocile, los; ohnet,
Arthur Behan, Precursor, 80.
Sixth race-A handicap for three-year-oids ana
upwaf,i: six fnrlonrs Sly. lI3; Headwater 1OG;
Ifcrmoso, lGj; Highland Lad. 1903; Andes, Ben
Lodi, Bessie Macklin, 100; Prejudice, Us; jose
phine b.. 10.
Seventh race-For threeyear-olds and upward;
selling. one and ono-half miles.-Elkin, 100 I;
Trehol. Oxuard. l0G; Inverary II, l0i; Hold Up,
lU2; Frangible, "a; Aloha II, %; lbinherc, 90
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22
Grnvesend Selections.

First race-Sadducce, Lie5cr karl. Pupil.
Second race-llldrcth's entry, King BaTlcycorn,
First Whip.
Third race-IIildreth's eIiry. Moor, Manga.
Fourth race-Jack Point. Imp, The Roman
Fifth race-Add. Henry Clay Rye, Schoolmastcr
Sixth racc-R inaldc The Amazon. Compensa-
ton
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

First racc-IIoods Brigade, Highland Lad,
OweEshoro.
Second race-IIurrv, Fl Oriente, William Ack.
Third racc-Becky ReIfe, Mr.. Dunlap, Coron-
atrs
Fourth race-silurian1 ,Jinlinez, Tyr.
Fifth race The Lady f1oiizar, Thrive.
Sixth sly Hcrmoso, Ileadwater.
Seventh race-Franeibia, Aloha ii, Trebor.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22
KinIoch Park Selections.

First race Harry Duke. John \, Morris, Noble.
man.
Second race-oha, Tony Topping. Orleans.
Third race-IAureate, Go To Bed, Guide Rock.
Fourth race-Negigence, Tonic. Domazetta.
Fifth race-Tayon. Alice Turner. Ida Ledford.
Sixth race Maggie Davis. sl.ddlesome kindred.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

herewith that he is i'll; that his presence
on duty would jeopsrdize the health of
other employees, or that any membe. OF his
immediate family is afflicted with a con-
tagious disease and requires his care and
attendance. Therefore, / am of opinion
that his request for extension of leave with
pay beyond thirty days should be denied"
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

Thomas J. Lane, of 1912 First Street,
recently complained TO the District Com
missioners concerning a tank holding
forty gallons of gasoline. which had been
placed against his fence ana adjoining
the playground of his children. by his
neighbor, W. J. Cook, of 1914 First Street.
Mr.. Lane, in his communication. requested
TO be informed upon what authority the
District Assessor had acted in issuing a
license for the maintenance of what the
writer considered not only a nuiss nee, but
one which jeopardized the lives of his
family Mr.. Lane claimed that the issu-
ance of the license was in violation OF
sections ! and Of article . of the Police
Regulations.
The Commissioners have been advised
by Assessor Darneille. to whom the mat
ter was referred, that he issued the Ii
cense upon the favorable recommendation
OF the Fire Marshal. William o. Drew, in
accordance with law. In explanation
of his recommendation, Mr.. Drew states
that the tank is patented one. of the
safest kind. and that he can see no cause
for alarm because of its use or location.
1t is placed on wheels, about seven inches
distant from the fence in question, and
he says it could easily be hauled into the
roadway should an accident occur. Mr.
Drew apprehends no accident, as the tank
he explains, is kept closed at all times
except when the fluid is being drawn. He
regards the tank, therefore. safe and not
dangerous to surrounding property.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22
IN THE BASEBALL WORLD.


New York. 4 Brooklyn, 3.
Cincinnati, 6; Chicago. 3.
Pittsburg, Z; St Louis, 3.
Boston. IL; Philadelphia. 0.-First Game.
Philadelphia, 10; Boston, 6.-Second Game.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

TFavoTite Prescription writes Mrs. c. N.
anderson Of R9ckbTid--e Baths. RqSkbridge
Co, Va, as a 0d-ssnd 70 wess and sie..ffy
women, testc.ing health without subjectins
tieif tervcs TO the shock Of an examination.
al was ali run down in henlth-could not work
but a short while without resting. Was so
nervous at times that G. I'D not even write;
Ind a very poor appetite. decided 10 write to
able reply, and commenced taking the Favoritc
Prescription and Pellets Took six bottles
of 'Fayoritc Prescription one of Golden Medi-
cal Discovery and one vial OF Pellets can
now work as well as could before was taken
sick think DIR. Piercc's medicines the best in
the world for sick and nervous women"
Doctor Pierce's Pleasant Pellets are
specially adapted TO the use of delicate
women. Easy to take, gentle in action.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22
HeChts' $l2. 50
suits and top coats
for men.

Suits and top coats equal in
value to these at $3.50 last
season we had marked SIS.
Shows you how the clothing
store is forging head-improv-
ing qualities and lessening
prices.
The assortment this season
at $3.50 is half as large again
as it was last when we certain
ly showed the largest variety in
town.
You'll find it impossible to
equal the values we offer at
$3.50 for less than S16.50 else
where, and that is because we
buy for six stocrs when We buy
for this-siX, stores doing an
enormous business.
All are the best makers pro-
ductions--makers who are thor
ough in their work-conscien-
tious and painstaking.
The suits embrace the finest
cassimeres, fancy worsteds,
plain blue and black cheviots
and OXfords. with coats made
up in the new military style
with broad shoulders-all of
which are Eand padded.
The top coats are of covert
and Oxfords and black cheviots
and thibets, in different lengths
and are made up superbly.
Suit and top coat prices start
at $50 and run up to $25, and
include the stylish Raglans.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

Philadelphia at Boston.
Brooklyn at New York
st. Louis at Pittsbu''g.
Chicago al Cincinnati
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

BOSTON. sept. 2l-The home team won the
frct game today and Philadelphia the second
First game. score By innings:
r. II f.
Philadelphia 0 o 0 0ca o 0 %
Batterics-Dinneen and Clarl.; Dunn and Doug
lass.
Second game, by innings:
r. II. f.
Boston ....... 0 l 2 o % o 6 OIL
Philadelphia o i o 80 10
Batterios-Fraser and Mcfarland; Nichols and
Sullivan
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22
Rubber Heels

Put on any Shoes bought from
us at 2Se. pair.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

James Means famous
advertised $3.50 shoes;
plain square toes and
tipped round toes. drill
or leather lined. Only a
limited quantity at this
price.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

The sensation of Wash
ingtcn Shoe-dom. Look
like handmade; are bet
ter than any shoes you
bought for $3.50 last
year. Six different kinds.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

Just put on sale. the
nobbiest end best Boys
Shoes We ever had.
They're great,
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

The Erect form" is the new
straight front corset which gives to
slender figures a graceful. beautiful
outline and to stout figures slender
appearance. It is flexible where fiexi-
bility is needed and rigid where ri
gidity is essential. Especial price.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

for mems natural wool and
camel's hair shirts and draw
ers, with double lock-stitched
seams; six racings,; drawers
have REINFORCED seats, and areg
finished with pearl buttons.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-22

Girls and Boys s1.25
grade Kid and Satin Cali
Spring Heel SSoe; sizes
to ,.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1900-05-02
a CITY RIGHT OF WAY
HAS BEEN PURCHASED By INDIAN
AP0LIs SOUTHERN ROAD.
Fffty-Two Pieces OF Property Bought
ut n Total Cost of s1OS,OOO
The Plans.

The question of Indianapolis getting an
other railroad is practically settled. the
project of building the Indianapolis South
ern Railway having reached a point that
no backward step could be taken without
serious loss.
For some weeks past different persons
have In a quiet manner been purchasing the
right OF way to the Union tracks from the
city limits south. and to-day practically
have the right of way from the Union
tracks 10 the city limits on the canal bank
on Missouri street.
made purchases of property. having in all
purchased and are now holding the deeds
for fifty-two pieces of property which in
the aggregate cost $10S,O00. In several cases
the property was purchased by persons not
residing In the city that there should not
be any flourish OF trumpets that would Gre
ate boom and lead to the owners ad-
vancing the price Of their property. The
matter has got so far that yesterday one
of the officials gave permission TO have the
above facts published. adding that the
building of the road to Rockport and prob
ably TO Evansville is assured. Ii is not
definitely settled which OF two lines sur
veyed will be decided on, as on both lines
the towns interested are vying with each
other TO secure the road through their re-
spective towns. This. however" said the
official, "cuts no figure as TO the road being
which present very feasible routes. will be
selected and the road constructed, and the
route will be settled on within a few days
and contracts for grading let
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1900-05-02


tet of Auburn, Ind. sang a number Of Sc
lections, arousing the enthusiasm of the
large audience, which encored the singers
with enthusiastic applause.
The address OF the evening was made by
Oliver w. Stewart. of Chicago. the national
chairman of the Prohibition party. After
speaking OF some Of the past campaigns in
which the Prohibition party had played
part Mr.. Stewart said: I'm two months
time We will be in the midst of one of the
most striking campaigns of history. Ii Is
a time when every one must do his duty
and we are looking TO Indiana for great re-
suits. We are soon to have our convention,
and while cannot say just what our plat
form will be, yet L will say that II will
be platform upon which every man who
hates the liquor traffic and wants TO see IL
die can stand. AS / said before, / cannot
predict just what our platform will en-
brace, but when 1 realize that am 10 face
campaign I'm which the Democratic party
claims to oppose the trusts and monopolies.
and yet supports one of the vilest trusts
earth, and on the other hand l see the
Republican party backed up by the Meth
odist bishops on the one side and by the
army canteen administration and the sa-
looms on the other side, then / say TO you
that am willing TO trust 10 the Prohibition
party and Its platform in such a crisis
Mr.. Stewart said the question for every
one to consider before casting his ballot
was that of being right. Said he: Every
voter should consider what the effect or his
ballot is to be, and the fact that he is hon.
estly mistaken does not excuse him." He
said there was q marvellous truth in the
Prohibition party. or otherwise IL would
have been dead long ago. He continued:
Therefore L beg of you, my brother. do
not reject the party because IL seems small
to you to-day, for tomorrow IL will be pow
erful and mighty" He said the party had
always stood primarily for the enforcement
of the liquor traffic from the government,
and that il would never desert that ground.
The principles of the Prohibition party
must be made the issue before any great
results will be attained Said he: Our
Populist friends have been benevolently as
simulated. They are no longer a separate
political organization. But they did a great
thing They compelled the two big parties
TO make their cause the issue of great
campaign. The time is coming when the
Prohibitionists will do the same thing.
That which the Populists did in 1896 for the
almighty dollar we can do in 1900 for AL
mighty God" In conclusion Mr.. Stewart
advised the Prohibtionists to be OF good
cheer and not to be afraid to go down in
what might appear to be hopeless fight,
for the cause of the Prohibitionists was
righteous one and would surely prevail in
the end.
Others who took part in the programme
were Miss Jessie n. Garvin of Illinois, who
sang a very pleasing solo, Mrs. l.. @. john
son, of Tacoma, Wash, who brought greet
ings from the far West, and Miss Emma
Squires, of Martinsville, a little girl of
seven, who delighted the audience with her
charming recitationS.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1900-05-02
PROHIBITION MASS MEETING.
National Chairman Stewart and Other
Speakers Heard.

The Prohibition mass meeting held at
Plymouth Church last night was largely
attended, the church being crowded TO its
doorways long before the meeting began.
The meeting opened with the invoca-
ton by Rev. Jabez Hall. OF Butler College.
followed by well-rendered selection by
the Goodnow quartet of indianapolis. The
first speaker was f. z. Britten. OF Michi-
gan, who. after congratulating the party
on the progress that had been made in the
last few years. spoke briefly OF its history
and what II expected 10 accomplish in the
future. He said there were many persons
who claimed to be strictly temperate be-
cause they abstained from intoxicating
liquors, but he construed the word tenn
perance TO mean more than that. He did
not believe that a man could be wholly
temperate and yet continue to vote with
party that was In favor OF the saloons.
T. Il. Demaree. of Kentucky. spoke very
briefly OF the great good that could be ac-
compished IL every man would do his duty
and vote as he talked. He spoke OF the
present conditions in Kentucky. and at
tributed the present state OF affairs 10 the
intemperance that existed I'm that State
Following Mr.. Demaree the Hoosier quar-