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The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18
SENSIBLE VIEWS OF A MILL
OWNER.

While some mill owners have not
displayed either the best spirit or the
best wisdom in opposing any and all
legislation regulating and protecting
labor in the mills we are glad to see
that many, if not most of them, un-
derstand the situation and the neces.
sity of dealing with it.
One of our most prosperous and
most sensible mill men, Mr.. w. H
Williamson, of the Pilot Cotton Mills
Raleigh, expressed IN Sundays News
and Observer very sensible views on
this subject. If all mill men were
equally intelligent, humane and pro-
gressiye, a wise law would soon be en-
acted.
We hope every member of the Leg
islature will read and preserve what
Mr. Williamson says. We think the
gist of his article SO valuable as to de-
serve editorial republishing. He says:
Ordinarily / think no legislation at all
is the best thing, but at every session OF
this labor bill has been fought,
and those mills, which have been
working their help over eleven hours
per day promised to get in line, but they
have never done so, and l for one will
not fight against legislation on the sub
iect at this session, as such bill inevita-
bly, must come, and the sooner sensible
people get their heads together and frame
a lust and equitable bill for both mill
owners and operatives the better it will
be FOR all concerned, as a poorly framed
and .botched-up" bill will work hardship
TO both.
First: An eleven hour law should be
enacted now, and later when the time
is ripe it should be made say 63 hours
per week, and then work down to ten
hours. but do not think the time is ripe
for that, as it might cripple some of our
best mills and work corresponding hard
ship to the help, especially those on piece
work, as about IS per cent of the mill
help work by the piece, and curtailment
of hours would mean reduction of wages
until they (might) be able to produce as
much in ten hour as they formerly did
in eleven hours.
Second / believe no child should be
allowed to work in the mills under twelve
wears of age, and that time limit of
Jleven hours day should apply to them
the same as the other help, otherwise
such children would not be wanted, and
would be idle and learning bad traits of
character instead of being in the mills
learning a trade, and under discipline.
That permit should be given to children
under twelve and not under ten years OF
widows or INDECENT parents, where labor
of such child is essential for the support
of the family.
Third. If constitutional and not special
class legislation, that children between
the ages of eight and twelve years should
be compelled to go to school at least six
months in each year. when able.
Fourth. If possible to enact clause
to compel the indolent parents to go to
work, and not live off the labor of their
small children.
Fifth. That proper schools, if not al
ready provided, shall be provided at every
textile plant in order to give children an
opportunity to go to school,
Sixth That a thoroughly competent
factory inspector shall be appointed by
the Governor to see that these laws are
carried OUT
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18

It begins to look like the American
spirit has broken down the un-Ameri-
can Hay-Paunceforte treaty. The
Nicaragua canal ought to be built,
owned and defended by the United
States, and no European nation must
be permitted to have a voice in it. We
now begin to see the reason for Eng
lands wordy friendship for the past
three years. 1t wants to have a fin
ger in the pie when the Nicaragua
canal is completed. 1t captured Hay,
but the Senate seems not to turn up
its breeches when it sprinkles and
sneeze when dear old London takes
snuff.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18
ADMINISTRATORS NOTICE.

Having qualified as Administrator of
the Estate of John w. Smith. late of
Wake County. | give notice to the credi-
tors of his estate to present their claims
TO me through NY agent, A. r. Hodge, at
Petit, Wake County, by the End day of
December. 1901.
J. W. SMITH. JR., Administrator.
Wake County N. c., December lat 1000.
12-2-1 a W wks.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18

The only true thing printed about
Bryan since the election is that he
is going to establish a newspaper. His
enemies and detractors ought to let
him alone now-ha will have trouble
enough in his printshop.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18

The Asheville Citizen learns that
Secretary Wilson favors an appropria-
ton to begin an Appalachian Park.
Senator Pritchard will press the prop
osition. 1t is a matter that greatly
concerns this State and all the South
ern States.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18

Not now says Senator Pritchard
with reference to reducing the rep
resentation of the South. That mot
now" made him give himself away
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18
j. L. O'QUINN & co,
RALEIGH, N. C.

Cut flowers. boquetS and floral deriyns
on short notice. Palm, ferns and all pot
plants for house end window decorations.
Shade trees, evergreens and strawberries.
aud vegetables Of all kinds In season.
Phone 142. Raleigh ~. O.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF
STOCKHOLDERS.
The regular annual meeting of the
stockholders of the National Bank of Raj
eigh will be held in their banking house
in Raleigh, N. c., Tuesday, January Sth,
1901, at IL m.
f. H. BRIGGS, Cashier.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18

From Virginia to Florida Though snow
flakes to sunshine, low rates and all kinds
of Christmas, by the Seaboard Air Line
Railway.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18
Cloves.

Expressly for Christmas selling:
Cape, Castor and Mocha Gloves. Fine
Kid, Scotch, AstrachRn, Dog Skin, Buck
skin, and Heavy Leather Gloves-lined
and unlined.
Gauntlets and Fur Top Driving Gloves
24c., Soc, $1.0O and $3.50
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18
Linen Aandkerchiefs.

Gents pure all linen Standardization
stitched and colored borders. .... .25c
Mems White Hemstitched handkerchief
all linen-2 for Csc, G. rs, IS & SOC
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18
Mems Underwear.

Fleeced-lined, wool-lined, half-wool ant
all wool-white scarlet and grey
Csc, Soc, $1.OO and $I.5C
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18
Umbrellas and Walking Canes.

Special Xmas collection, Buckhorn, Cellu-
loid and Natural woods-decorated and
silver mounted. $2.OO to $500
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18
Mems Half Hose.

Fancy colored, stripes and plaids-polka
dots, anchors. love knots and jockey
styles ........ .......... SOc. anu OOc'
Plain colored half hose-fast black
8 1-3. IL 1-2, ice, csc, ond SOC.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18
Jointed Dolls.

Jointed dolls are growing in favor, as
they are now better and cheaper than
formerly. They are the most life-like of
all dolls, as they can be put in various
positions, kneeling, etc., etc.
Full jointed, have bisque head, with
curls, moving eyes-all leaders-special
values 80. Csc, 47c., re, and $ 90
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18

have burnt decorations. Prices. 8, q, 25,
soc. ,$1OO, $1O6, $I.25, $3.50,
$3.50 and $500.
Pewter Tea Saf~
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18
Kid Body Dolls.

These dolls have good bisque heads with
fine eyes, flowing hair, good bodies, with
shoes and stockings. They are extra
large size-Prices, 20, so, Use, $1.OO
and $3.50.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18

Sweaters.
Fine wool sweaters-plain colors and
stripes-high rolling collar
$1.25, $1.75 and $3.50
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18
Silk HandkerchiefS.

Novelty Silk Observation-Disclosures pat
terns-all hemstitched. ....... soc.
White Silk hemstitched Handkerchiefs
Csc, SOC. and Use.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18
Suspenders.

White and colored silk suspenders, gil
mounts-white kid ends-1 pair in DO,
special ............ ................0 QUO
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18
Iron Toys.

% ., 10 anu I~Ot'
Mechanical Banks-Speaking Dog, Bear
Hunt and Baseball ................&1 90
Wedding Engines-run by steam-5O.
sec, $1.OO, $1.O6. $1.13 and $1.S7.
Iron Stoves-complete with all utensils
just like their mama's-5O, SIC, $1.13
and So 63.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1900-12-18
Fancy Neckwear.

Fancy Neckwear.
Greatest display in the stores history.
Squares, Puffs, Tecks, String Ties, Mar
row, Medium and Wide Edge-Reversi-
BILE Derby Ties, new csc, soc. & 81 90
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1900-01-11
A WEEKS RECORD
ALI the News of the Past Seven
Days Condensed.
HOME AND FOREIGN ITEMS
News of the Industrial Field, Personal
and Political Items, Happenings
at Home and Abroad.
THE NEWS FROM ALL THE WORLD
CONGRESSIONAL.

On the Sd congress reassembled after the
holiday recess. In the senate bill was in
troduced providing a civil government for
Puerto Rico. An amendment to the house
currency bill was offered providing for BIZ
metallism. January 10 was set apart for
eulogies of the late Vice President Hobart.
....In the house a bill was introduced to
pension the widow of Gen. Lawton at the
rate OF $50 a year. Resolutions were Of
fered asking a statement from Secretary
Gage as 10 deposit OF public funds in New
York banks; for constitutional amend
ments authorizing an income tax and au-
thorizing congress TO define and regulate
trusts.
On the 4th Senator Cullom reported his
bill in the senate creating territorial gov
eminent for Hawaii. y bill granting set
tiers the right to make second homestead
entries was passed. Senator Beveridge
Und) introduced a resolution declaring for
American retention of the Philippines, with
notice that he will speak thereon January
g. Senator Aldrich Or. ~ opened the dis
cussion of the financial bill. Adjourned to
the Sth....In the house Mr. Dolliver Qa) in
troduced a bill to repeal the bankruptcy
law Mr.. Quarles (Na) introduced a reso-
luton extending sympathy 10 the Beers.
Adjourned to the Sth.
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1900-01-11
TWO MEAN TOWNS.
Stories Told By Travelling Men About
Couple of Decidedly Poor
Places to Live In.

They were talking about bad towns.
The meanest place | ever was in" said
the man who travels for Chicago house, lis
down in Massachusetts,. Say, do you know
what happened while | was stopping there
once? A man had fallen through hole in
the sidewalk and sustained injuries that re-
suited in the loss of his right arm. He sued
the city for damages, and the case was tried
before jury, which, the papers said, was
composed of representative citizens Well,
what do you suppose they did to him!
Brought in a verdict in favor OF the city,
holding that inasmuch as he was lefthanded
his injury didn't amount to anything"
Yes" the cigar man said, that's pretty
mean town, / admit, but know of worse
one. This place is in Pennsylvania. An ac-
quaintance of mine down there was injured
some time ago in pretty much the same way
the man you mentioned got hurt He fell on
a bad sidewalk and lost one of his legs. He
sued the city, and didn't get anything. /
never heard just why, but probably because
the jurors didn't believe he needed more than
one leg in his business, seeing that he was
a barber and couldn't hone a razor or shave
a man with his foot anyway. But wait, L
haven't come to the point at which the real
meanness developed. Being poor man, he
couldn't afford to buy cork leg so he had
to get along with a wooden Peg, and one day
while he was crossing the principal street
this peg in some way got wedged between
couple of paving stones right in the middle of
the street car track. 1t took them nearly an
hour to get him loose, and what do you sup
pose happened then? Blamed if they didn't
60 and fine him ten dollars and costs for
obstructing ffic!"-Chicago Times Herald.
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1900-01-11
FOREIGN,

Gen. French, with 1000 men, sur
prised the Beers at Colesburg and
forced them to abandon the town and
retreat. y reconnoitering party OF
British, meeting the Beers at Dord-
recht, were forced TO retire after six
hours battle with slight losses. Gen.
Kitchener says it will take a year and
100000 men TO conquer the Beers.
Juliana Hummel was hanged in
Vienna, Austria, for the murder of her
child.
An earthquake in the district of
Achalkalak, Russia, destroyed ten viii
lagos, and many lives were lost.
a Manila dispatch says that the
Americans began general southern
advance in Luzon with the occupation
of Cabuyao and the capture Of $50
prisoners. Aguinaldo's wife (hitherto
reported dead, his sisters and IS Fill
pinos surrendered to Maj. March's bat
talon at Bontoc, in the province Of
that name. a plan of the Filipinos 10
throw bombs at Gen. Lawton's funeral
in Manila, hoping to kill foreign con-
suls and cause international complica-
tons, was thwarted.
The schooner Puritan was driven
ashore on Cabot Island, y. f., and
eight of the crew of nine wer lost,
Col. Pitcher, after deafeating a con-
siderable number of Beers at Sunny
side, pushed forward to Douglas,
which he now occupies. The Beers
are again threatening Colesberg, which
was captured by Gen. French. London
officials say trifing successes, such as
at Dordrecht, Colesberg and Sunny
side, have no direct bearing upon the
military situation, which is un-
changed.
a statue of Washington is TO be I'M
yelled in Paris on July 3.
Later advices say that GOO persons
were killed by the earthquake in the
district of Achalkalak. Russia.
The Russian press protests against
proposed cession of Delagoa bay 20
England as n breach of neutrality.
In dispatch to the navy department
Admiral Watson reports that the gun
boat Marietta, the last of the four Amer
lean warships TO leave the United
States for the Philippines by the Eu-
ropean route, have reached Manila.
Latest advices from the seat of war
in South Africa indicate severe fighting
in northern Cape Colony, where the
forces of Gen. French and Gen. Gatacre
represent the imperial army. Gen.
French has not yet secured Coles berg
and he has asked for reenforcements.
Gen. Otis announces by cable TO the
war department that nine transports
with troops have arrived at Manila.
Aguinaldo has promulgated a decree
ordering the liberation of all Spanish
prisoners.
The British steamer Borghese foun-
dered off Cape Finisterre and % per-
sons were drowned.
Still another German vessel has been
seized by the British and the entire en-
pre- is aroused at what is termed con-
tinIance of outrages and ipGults.
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1900-01-11
BUBoNIC PLAGUE AT MANILA.
Surgeon GrcenIenf Cables that Three
Cases of BubOpic Plague Have
Been Discovered.

Washington, Jan. s.--The plague has
broken out in Manila beyond a doubt,
as appears from the following cable
gram received by Surgeon General
Stcrnberg:
Manila, Jan. 6.--Three bubonic ma
tives.
"GREENLEAF."
The signer is Col. Greenleaf, assist
ant surgeon general ard chief sur
gcon in the Philippines.
1t was suspected last week that the
disease had obtained a foothold in Ma
Mia. but il was not until Col. Green
leafs report that the fact was estab-
iished. The first effect will probably
he to have quarantine laid upon all
shipping coming from Manila. The
town will be placed under the most
rigid sanitary regulations, and this
work will be undertaken by Col.
Greenlcaf, pending the arrival at Ma
Mia of the marine hospital service Off
GERS, now on the way. Gen. Sternberg
says that Col. Greenleaf is exceptional
ly well fitted to cope with the present
emergency, and he has no doubt that
the disease will soon be stamped out.
1t is noted that the cases of plaque re.
ported are confined to the native class,
and it is said that that has been the
cases in Asia where the disease has APP
poared. 1t is notably true of Hong
Kong. where it has existed for many
months. without causing, any consid-
cradle fatality among the European
population. 1t was probably from
Hong Kong that the disease found its
way to Manila. The medical officers
have been all along on the watch TO
prevent this but owing to the close
ness of traffic carried on by native
iunks and dhows, the ultimate intro
duction of the disease into Manila was
inevitable.
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1900-01-11
THE PLAGUE AT HONOLULU.
The Board of Health Adopt Strin-
gent Repressive Measures nnd
Incur Press CensUre.

Honolulu, Jan. l. via San Francisco,
Jan. S.-Seven additional cases o!
plague have developed since last adj
vices, making 10 cases all told to date.
Three cases were discovered on the
night of the 2Sth ult., and four cases
have |cen reported during the past As
hours.
The board of health has decided TO
take radical steps TO stamp out the
scourge. \ portion of the infected
district was condemned and burned to
the ground yesterday. The future
policy of the health authorities will be
TO destroy any infected buildings.
The board Of health here is severely
criticized by the two leading papers
Here-the Star and the Advertiser. In
short, these journals claim that the
members of the health board appear
to be incompetent, and, therefore, are
incapable Of handling the present trou.
bile. There is still feeling of doubt
as to the nature of the disease. The
majority of intelligent people do not
consider it plague. But the fact re-
mains that the victims are stricken
and die very suddenly. If the trouble
is not plague, it is something akin to
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1900-01-11
WILLIAM J. BRYAN.
lie Will BE in Frankfort to witness
the Election of Blackburn
to the Senate.

Frankfort, Ky, Jan. 5.-Senator
Blackburn has received letter from
William j. Bryan stating that he will
be here on January 16 to witness Mr..
Blackburn's election to the United
States senate. lie will be invited by
the Legislature to make a speech be-
fore the joint session that will elect
Mr.. Blackburn, and in this speech it
is said will touch upon the pending
contests for state offices. Mr.. Bryan
will remain two days and on the
night of the 10th the democratic
members of the general assembly will
probably give him a banquet.
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1900-01-11
Kentucky PopuIists Meet.

Russellville, Ky, Jan. 3.-Pursuant
to call the populists met Monday.
Middle of the road chairman and see
rotary were elected. This means that
the populists of Kentucky will be
against Bryan and all the democratic
congressman in the state. \ number
of leaders informed press CORE
spondent that they intended to go it
alone in every instance. This action
will almost certainly give the cleo
toral vote of Kentucky to Mckinley
this wear,
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1900-01-11
Matrimony on Small Capital.

A Wilmington clergyman tells of Phila-
delphia couple who came to him to be mar
ried one day. When they left the boat at the
Fourth street wharf in the city they had but
five dollars between them. Nevertheless, the
groom called cab and ordered to be driven
to the city hall and then to the nearest min
lister. At the city hall he paid $500 for
marriage license, which left $40 to pay the
cabman and to fee the minister. Al the lat
tcr's house the cabby demanded $3.50 The
groom replied that ne did not have it, and
the driver compromised on a dollar, leaving
40 cents for the minister The groom, how
ever, was not done buying for he stepped in
to a nearby store and bought an envelope
for a cent. In this he put the remaining 80
cents and after the ceremony handed it to
the minister. How the newly-married
couple got back to Philadelphia is mystery.
Philadelphia Record.
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1900-01-11
A PRoVIDENTIAL RESCUE.
and Crew of the German Steamer
Fila Have "a Close Call.

New York. Jan. S.-The British
steamer Georgian, just arrived from
London. rescued at sea, on January {,
Capt. Strange and crew of 30 men, al
So the captains wife. two children and
nurse of the German steamer Ella,
which foundered the same date.
The Georgian sighted the Ella at
p. M. on January 8, in latitude Abs,
longitude 64.03, the German steamer
being waterlogged, and with - heavy
list to the starboard. The sea was too
rough 20 permit of the removal of
those on board the Ella until the fol-
lowing morning. when the Georgian S
life boat was launched and sent to the
assistance of the disabled steamer and
brought off all on board her, three
dangerous trips being made. Capt.
Stranges children were transferred 10
the Georgian's life boat securely
strapped to the backs OF sailors, who
then sprang into the sea TO be picked
up by the rescuers. All hands were al
most completely exhausted on reach
ing the Georgian's deck. Capt.
STANCE. who was thrown down by a
heavy sea on the bridge of the Ella,
was severely injured about the head.
At II a. M, of the 9th, all hands be-
ing safely transferred, the Georgian
proceeded on her course. At this time
the Fila was fast settling in the water
and shortly before noon was seen to
sink, bow first
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1900-01-11
Personal AND POLITICAL.

Edwin T. Osborne, twice elected con-
gressmaAat large from Pennsylvania,
died in Washington.
1t is announced that Senator Hanna
will manage the republican campaign
LeXt year.
Wisconsin prohibitionists will hold
their state convention in Madison Au-
gust %.
Indiana prohibitionists will hold
their state convention in indianapolis
April "a.
Rev. John G. Free, founder of Berea
college in Kentucky for coeducation of
whites and blacks. died at his home in
Berea, aged S4 years.
Gen. o. E. Drentzen, United States
consul to Norway during President
Grants administration, died at Frank
fort, Tenn, aged s4 years.
Crittenden press. [volume] (Marion, Ky.) 1879-1907, 1900-01-11
WHALLEN GIVES BOND.
Charged with Having Attempted to
Bride Senator Harrell to Vote
Against GOebel.

Frankfort, Ky, Jan. 4. - John III.
Whallcn, who is accused by Senator
$. Il. IIarrell of having attempted to
bride h m by Offering him S4. 800 to
vote against Goebel in the gubcrnato-
rial contest, arrived here Tuesday af-
tcrnoon and gave bond in thu sum of
$4,000. He was accompanied to the
sheriff. office by p. Wat Hardin and
other nrti-Goebel leaders. His exam
ming trial is set for o'clock Wednes-
day, when his attorneys will enter q
plea to the jurisdiction of the local
courts claiming that the oiIcnse, if
there is one, was committed in Louis
Vile. The Louisville Trust company
officers refused to turn over to the
authorities here the safety box in
which the money is said to be depOs-
tied, and Judge Cantrill issued at
tachmeEts for them.
Frankfort, Ky Jan. 5.-County At
to"ney James Poisgrove and Vault
Keeper James Speed, OF the Louisville
Trust Co., arrived here Thursday
morning from that city, having in
charge the iron safety box said by
Senator Harrel 20 contain $500 Of
fcred him by ,hn Whallen to bolt
the democratic caucus and to cote
against Goebel in the gubcrnatorial
contest. The bCN was at once taken
be'"re the grand jury and has been
opened.
The chief business before the gen.
eral assembly Than sday was the draw
ing of the committees to try the va
riod3 Legislative contests and the gu-
be'natorial contest. This was begun
in both houses shortly after they
met Thursday morning.
Frankfort, KY, Jan. 5.--The Frank
lin county grand jury will return in
dictments against Col. John II. Whal-
len and Charles Ryan, who, it is al
legged, attempted to bride Senator
llarrel in the governorship contest
The indictments will be based on the
common law offense of conspiracy,
and will be similar TO that returned
against w. Godfrey Hunter, John NJ.
Wilson. +. r.. Franks and others in
the Hunter alleged bribery matter,
growing out of the Hunter Blackburn
senatorial race in 1897.