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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-02-11

The latest bulletin Of the Society Of American
Authors has undertaken TO combat the present
postal rates on authors manuscripts. To have
the full effect the society claims that the appeal
should be sent marked TO the Congressman and
the Senators from the State IN which il appears.
There are in this country over 10000 men and
women who outside OF editors and newspaper
employees strive TO live by the pen.
The appeal states in substance:
Viewed from without, the item Of postage may
appear a minor matter; viewed from within, It
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-02-11
TWO VENERABLE SISTERS.
THEIR COMBINED AGE IS ONE HUNDRED
AND NIHlETY-ONE YEARS


The combined ages of two sisters in Philadelphia
Mrs. Deborah De Haven kephart. OF No 1s26
North Elsventh-st-, and Mrs. Ann Eliza MagiL. Of
No. 2.O41 North Eighth-st-. is one hundred and
ninety-one years. Mrs. Kepharr IS ninety-nins
years old. and Mrs NagiT viii be ninery-three n
April Until two years ago Mrs Kephart was
hale and hearty. and seldom i'll But since thar
time she has been confined 20 her room. and lately
has not been able to leave her bed She is cared
for by her sister. who since Mrs kephart's illness
has been her daily companion and nurse
Both women recall events that occurred long be-
fore Queen Victoria became England's Queen Mrs
Magu remembers when Monroe was elected 70 the
Presidency. and the Juror created by Lafayettes
visit 10 this country in 1925. Mrs. Magin went TO
Philadelphia in 1915 and recalls the awe with
which she gazed upon what seemed 70 her then the
dizzy height OF the State House Tower. christ
Church spire and the old Courthouse at Second
and Market She also remembers the great
storm OF July -. 1924, that flooded the city and
devasted the country around a brother OF these
veneral women. Joel Drummer. Is eighty-rWO years
cid. He lives with a in Philadelphia
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-02-11
cnNrENLEnr 40CEAN, LAUNDRF.

Women travellers are delighted over the IDEA con-
- h, y NJ rr,sI5,re Of Boston who is the first
= t,s,t,r,te an ocean" laundry for the benefit Of
messengers on large steamship. He is 10 act as
sI,nerintendent of the first experiment The plant
,yiil be as complete in every way as . laundry on
re The machinery consists OF a large steam
s iig and washing and ironing machines Other
,..,ii77srces Include those for starchins, etc The
sPgsneer VIII give bfs laundry 70 the steward. and
= few hours his III en- fresh and clssh VIII be re-
turned 10 him
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-02-11
THE DAYS GOSSIP.

Mrs Ferdinand P, Earle. Regent of the Washing
ton Heights Chapter Of the Daughters of the
American Revolution, will attend as a delegate the
Continental Congress TO be held in Washington
on February 19. Mrs II. NJ Bostw.ck, first vice
regent and Mrs Eliza Jumel Caryl, historian, VIII
go alternates-
The first royal baby TO be born in 1900 is great
granddaughter of Queen Victoria. The little one is
daughter Of the Crown Princess Of Rumania,
the eldest daughter of the Duke and Duchess OF
Coburg-Cotha-
4 bust of the poet Heinrich Heine, which is 10
ha niaced over his tomb is being sculptured in
Rome italy But the giver is unknown, and be-
cause the late Empress Elizabeth Of austria was a
great adrnirer OF the poet II Is thought that she
gave the commission.
Among the special prizes offered by women for
high bred dogs TO be exhibited al the coming dog
chow IN the Madison Square Garden is silver cup
~ Mrs Daniel W Evans for the best field spaniel
~ the limit classes. and handsome specla prize
for the best Yorkshire terrier ored by the eAoi'oF
- orysTed BY Miss Lillian c. Moeran.
Tn. ..coachnan's coffee van that for two seas
-. has furnished coffee and sandwiches 10 coach
men waiting at private entertainments Is 70 have
lie usefulness extended 70 the nrehleh engaged ii
long struggles on colo n!shls.
roclevflle Centre Long Island is to have baby
,,ry +his week in st. Marks Methodist Episcopal
C1,,,rcb II is thought that fully fifty babies Will
compete for the prizes
Ar-apgeuents have been nearly completed for the
- -eceution 10 be given in honor OF Mrs. Croy
- the Hotel Manhattan Thursday, February Is
80 "a o'clock Nine Grenville Smelling solust
~ E1zzarelIo soloisf and accompanied, and Tipai
DIS Metropolitan orchestra VIII furnish the music.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-02-11
VALENTINE DAY RECEPTION.

The reception TO be held by the Women's Aux
Hilary OF the Harlem Dispensary ar the Harlem
Club on the afternoon OF 81. Valentines Day viii
be one Of the largest social functions OF the
in Harlem Many invitations have been issued. and
the Entertainment Committee, Mrs Edwin 8
Schenck. chairman, is making untirtng efforts TO
make the affair a success. Three tables with
decorations suitable the day, viii be presided
over by members OF the society. and the following
women Will assist in receiving
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-02-11
CONSEQUENCES.

I'm homeslck and lonesome
And far. far away.
ON could I but See them
With their dollies at play
Could I but feel
Their cheeks against mine
Could I but see
Ny sweet darlings divine.
Could I but clasp them
In nv arms JUST now
'TwOuld give me much happiness
That I DO vow.
Could I but hear
Th IN calling for me.
ia no longer feel homesick
Nor lonesome would be
JOSEPH NJ MANN
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-02-11

The officers OF the auxiliary are; President, Mrs.
John Beaver hrst vice-presideur, Mrs Edwin ;.
schenck; second vics-presicent. Mrs Archibald
Watt: third vce-presdenr, Mrs Isaac Hopper; sec
rstary Mrs Hans 5. Beatrie, and treasurer, Ars
John r. Mccarthy.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-02-11
SUNSHINE WORDS FROM TIE BAHAMAs

SUNSHINE WORDS FROM THE BAHAMAS
President Of the T s ;: II is some time
since you have had any news of the Sunshins
branch in the Bahamas This being the busiest
time OF all the year for my correspondence IS
apt TO suffer. First. let thank the many kind
friends who sent Christmas greetings and words OF
cheer to brighten the lives Of "shut-ins' Each
member received some pretty souvenir for the oc-
casion. Miss Nellie DuncOmbe, OF Long Cay
IN Nassau the time. and the day before Christ
mas we visited the hospital with some OF our
friends and sang Christmas hymns and carols in
the various wards not forgetting the Iepers though
of course, could not do more than stand outside
their house and sing.
II is with deep regret that I have report You
the death OF dear member Mrs Sarah CargfU
passed away suddenly January Il. She was
a silent sufferer, bedridden with curvature of the
spine, but always cheerful and accomplishing
that her corner in the hospital was known as The
Sunshine Corner" Hers a beautiful soul and
though death came as a blessed release from her
sufferings, who knew and loved her feel that
we have lost friend. She died in her sleep
so I trust without pain In these climate the 5s
ceased must be buried within tVerfv boir me u
buried the same afternoon.
anu q "ITAtR OF white ]essamine and these,
WIN q Duh S OF E.ngllsh vioets were laid upon
spoke 70 me or the many kind remembrances she
S' $500 -ao4 members OF me Tribune sun
hing IN return! can only remember them in my
= oqr n meTH6sr from Hope Town Abaeo. the Rev
haC the pleasure OF hearing him speak at the
hotel the other day on the subject Of mis- work
Some or our winter visitors interested 70 hear
more about the people and the missionary work IN
the out islands. and Mr. NOrthcrOft gave an inter-
esting account in an informal Vav. which I am
pleased 10 say so appealed the hearts Of my
generous feLOw-country mea that they made up a
nice purse 70 aid him in his future work Abaco.
Mr.. Northcroft referred most charmingly 10 his
connection with the T. : s. and tie great assist
ance II had been 10 him in his work. and my one
regret that the members Of the society who
have been unrentttingly kind in their gifts OF
sunshine the branch in the Bananas were not
present hear him talk
Nassau is rapidly filing with winter visitors
We hear Of freezes" in Florida, onIv fourteen
hours sway by steamer. but such things as frost
has never been known in these islands when
our friends come south in search OF sunshine they
may be very sure OF finding Il in Nassau. With all
best wishes that the good work OF the T s ;.
may go on and prosper and with kind regards 10
yourself I sincerely yours.
VIRGINIA MILAN
President OF Bahamas T. S s Branch.
Nassau Bahamas. Feb l, 1900.
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POSTAGE on MANUSCRIPTS.

BEING MADE BY THE SOCIETY OF
AMERICAN AUTHORS
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INTERESTS OF WOMEN.
MRS. PECK TALKS ON WIDENING THE
SCOPE OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL

SHE SAYS ALL wOMENs ORGANIZATIONS MAY
DERIVE BENEFIT BY COMBINING WITH
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-02-11

r,oolevfue Centre Long Island. is to have a baby
,,,y +bts week in st. Marks Methodist Episcopal
.Cturcb II is thought that fully hfty babies will
compete for the prizes
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-02-11

Have you had kindness shown
Pass
4&SESZ Twas given for you al0ns-
Pass
travel down the years
E/RANNS Let IT wipe another's tears.
S~~t ~ TIL heaven the deed appears.
Pass it on
AT LAST.
When on my day OF life the night IS falling.
And in the winds from Unsunned spaces blown
hear far voices out of darkness calling
Nv feet 10 paths unknown,
Thou who hast made my home OF life pleasant.
I.eaY~ not its tenant when its walls decay;
0 Love Divine, 0 Helper ever present,
BE Thou my strength and stay
Be near me. when all else is from me drifting;
Earth. sky, homes pictures, days OF shade and
shine.
And kindly faces TO my own uplifting
The love which answers mine
I have but Thee. o Father, Let Thy spirit
No gate OF pearl. branch OF palm merit,
Nor street Of shining gold
Suffice It IT, my good and i'll unreckoned.
And both forgiven through Thy Astounding grace,
7 find myself by hands familiar beCtOned
Unto my fitting place
Some humble doo- among Thy many mansions:
cease,
And flows forever through Heavens green expan-
siOns
The river Of Thy peace.
There from the music roune about me stealing,
7 fam would learn the new and holy song,
And find ar last. beneath Thy trees OF healing,
-(John Greenleaf Whittier.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-02-11

There. from the music round about me stealing
fam would learn the new and holy song,
And find ar last. beneath Thy trees OF healing,
The life for which I long.
-(John GreenIeaf Whittier
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07
CORNISH MAN PAID.

New York, December 6-The National
Trotting Association announced the fol-
lowing decision today: E.Blake OF Corn
ish, Me-, entered horse at Old Orchard
under the name OF Pure Gait, but the
horse was recognized by some as one
Marvel L., and Mir. Blake was calico to
the judges stand. lie replied that Pure
Gait was not the name of the horse. He
said that his wife did not like the name
Of Marvel L., and he had changed the
name or the horse to please her. The
board suspended him until ne paid the
recording fee of $50 for the change Of
name.
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07
Senator Morgan Thinks England
Might Take Offence.
Hay-Pauncefote Treaty
Discussed In Senate.
Alabama Man Says Passage Of
Bill is First Concern.

Washington, December 6.-rhe Senate
was in executive session for mora than
four hours today, the entire time being
devoted to she discussion by Senator
Morgan on the Hay -Pauncefote treaty
for the abrogation OF the portion of tn,
Clayton Bulwer treaty which relates to
the Nioaraguan canal,
The Sc nator made 1t very plain In the
course OF his remarks while he was not
opposed to the pending treaty in almost
any form, his principal, II not his only
concern In that connection is for the pas
saga OF the canal bill.
Discussing the question of fortircation
OF the canal, Senator Morgan argued that
II the United States should proceed with
the construction OF the canal without
first taking the steps to secure the neu-
trality OF the canal, Great Britain would
be grievcusly offended and that he
thought 1t not impossible that the otfense
would be considered sufficiently grave to
lead to hostilities between the two
countries.
"Do you mean" asked Senator Bever-
idge, THAT notwithstanding the present
friendly relations between the countries,
England might declare war IL we should
contruct the canal with our means and
In our own way"
Senator Morgan replied that he con-
siuered tnst result among the probahili-
ties. But, he continued, should not be
deferred by that circumstance.
What England would do, he said, Of
course, was a mere matter of speculation
and add I'D that ne had only referred to
this possibility In order to emphasize his
opinion that the canal should be con-
struet,d in any contingency. The Ameri-
can people, he said, had mapped out that
canal and they were not going to allow
any obstacle, no matter how serious ID
stand In the way. He believed that the
administration that would undertake to
build the canal. knowing that to do SO
meant war, would be endorsed by the
people at large by bigger majority than
that which Mckinley had received over
Bryan In the last election.
Senator Morgan was piled with many
questions by Senator's Mason, Teller,
Bsveridge, Ttlllman ana others. Mr.. Ma
son asked whether 1t was true that II ths
Hay -Paunoefots negotiation prevented
the use Of the canal by Great Britain In
the time of war, the converse proposition
that it also prohibited such use by the
United States was also true. 10 this Mr..
Morgan did not make direct reply, saying
that he would take up that point later In
his discussion. In discussing the points
of the treity with Senator Teller, the
Alabama senator expressed the view that
the Clayton -Bulwsr treaty is unconstitu-
tional and for this reason II for no other,
said 1t should be disregarded.
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07
REYENuE Bill READY.

Washington, December IS The ways
and mans committee votei to report the
revenue reduction bill as framed by the
Republican members aud introduced yes
terday, with an amendment making the
act take effect on It's passage instead Of
thirty days thereafter. All substitutes
and amendments by the minority were
defea ted six to nine.
/: Mr.. Payne siatsd that the majority re-
PORT would be presented by Saturday.
The prcc.edings were marked by good
feeling and MIR. Richardson stated that
the minority would not interpose factious
opposition on the floor of the House.
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07
FEDERATION OF LABOR.

Louisville, KY, December 6.-Ths 10Th
annual convention of the American Fed
Grafton of Labor met today in Music hal
with az delegates in attendance. Repre-
ssntativss were present from the British
trades union congress and the Canadian
trades and labor congress. Three OF the
delegates were women.
President Gompers introduced Will
liam l. Higgins, editor Of the Irish Amer
lean OF Louisville, who delivered the adj
dress of welcome President Gompers re-
piled. Thomas TRACY of Boston, chair
man OF the committee on credentials. the n
presented the report OF that committee.
President Gompers then began his an
nual address,
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07
FLAG AND CONSTITUTION.
Rumor that Supreme Court VIII Hold
Constitution Follows the Flag.
Especial to the Boston Transcript }

Especial to the Boston Transcript
Washington. Dec. 5.-There is not a
little uneasiness in high social places here
as to the proposition that the constitution
does not follow the flag. There is before
the Supreme Court on appeal from the
United States Circuit Court tor the
Ninth judicial Circuit, in the case
known as the Unitsd States. Fourteen
Gold Rings, the question whether q citl-
zen of the United States Is required to
pay duty on property brought from the
Philippines into this country. A man
named Pepke, discharged soldier.
brought home with him fourteen .dia-
mond rings. The collector at the port Of
San Franci SEQ seized them for refusal to
pay duty. This action was contested In
the courts, and is likely to be the founda-
tion or overthrow of colonial system
The argument for the owner OF the rings
is that by the treaty OF Paris the Philip
pines became part Of the United States,
that our cltizans may enter the islands
with all their rights defined and guaran-
tescf under the constitution, and the gov
ernment may neither exercise any power
over the property of the citizen beyond
the authority conferred by sthe constitu-
tion, nor deny any right reserved to the
citizens. 1t is also argued that the Phil
ippines, by virtue of the oession from
Spain with payment OF purchase money,
Is In the status OF the District of Colum-
bia, or the territories, whose condition is
described and safeguardsd in the consti-
tuition. The further ground is taken that
the President OF the United States has no
Legislative power under the constitution,
and that the imposition nf customs on
the commerce of the Philippines is
illegal. Therefore, the seizure OF the
rings was without due process of law.
1t has for several days been rumored
that majority OF the Supreme Court
sympathize with this argument, apu ind
great difficulty in acceptingsthe doctrine
that the constitution doee not follow
the flag, and that citizens OF the United
States no less than the Inhabitants OF the
ceded territory have In the Philippines
none OF the rights guaranteed to oitizens
under the constitution.
The Porto Rico tobacco cases are SINH
lar to the gold ring case, and they will
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07

NOR SALE-We shall sell during the month
Il of December the following houses. now
ready for occupancy, at great discount rather
than have them 90 throughout the winter with
out a tenant: Ten room l10) house at b2 Glen
wood Ave. every modern convenience, bath,
electric lights, fireplace, heat hardwood floors,
set tubs etc. Worth $4,000: win sell for $1,000.
New house. Stevens Plain Ave, near. Raekletf
ST. eight (s) rooms and bath, never occupied,
Thoroughly pumbed and heated, electric lights.
fireplace, cemented cellar, etc. directly on car
line Worth $780, will be sold for $1,000 II taken
now House Gi Concord St, new house, sepa-
rate steam heaters. eight ls) rooms in each
rent very sunny, 1000 feet Of land, two ~ bath
rooms separate entrances, fine investment
prOperty. Cost over $1,000; will be sold for
S4560 if taken now. New house at 5i1 Washing
ton Ave, East Deering, only 12 minutes from
CITY hail. six (8) large rooms and bath, furnace
heat large piazza 5000 feet of land, sewer, Sc
bago wafer, electric lights, three 90 lines of
street ears, chance 10 finish two l2) more rooms
In the attic. Cheap at $500, but viii sell for
$1,000 II taken this month. House Eastern From
enade corner of Turner ST., nine (9) rooms and
bath furnace heat everything modern, fine To-
cation. Cannot be built for $500, including lot;
will sell If taken now for 1880. We have many
other houses and lots on our books which We
will sell at the some sweepingreductlon II taken
this month. Remember our houses are new,
have all modern conyeniences, are on electric
ear lines, our terms are very easy. DALTON
& CO., 53 Exchange st. decIuu
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07
STRANDED soHooNERs ATLUBEU

Lubec, Decembsr Ga tug and several
lighters have arrived at Johnson's bay.
from Calais, and an effort will be made
to tow the wrecked schooner Maud NAL
lock to that poys The vessel is SO badly
strained and bts ,red that there is little
hope of saving hef for future service.
The schooner Margaret Jones, which
went ashore on MiIler's Point, remains
where she struck and eyidenIy is in a
badly damaged condition. The schooner
Ella Brown and G. ID. Eaton, which were
reported yesterday as In perilous posi-
tion just of the rocky coast, rode out the
gale in safety.
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07

be argued and considered BY the court at
the same time. 1t is, however, not Inn
probable that a decision will not be
reachsd until after Congress has ad-
journed. The rumor which prsdiots an
adverse decision on this great question
names ive Justices OF the supreme Court
ae supporting this doctrine that the con-
stitntion follows the flag. There are the
three Democrats Chief Justice~ Fuller,
Justice White and Justice Peckham, and
Justice Harlan and Justice Brewer. 10th
Republicans. The situation IL disquieting
not only TO the President. but to all the
Re publican LADDERS
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07
NEW HAI,L pEDICArED.

Auburn, December 6.-The new Odd
Fellows hall on Pleasant street was
dedicated tonight with appropriate cere-
monies. Grand Master s. p. Felcker OF
Clinton was present and conducted the
exercises. A banquet was served at
about O'Clock and an entertainment fol-
lowed In the evening.
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07
Aensrs WANTED.

VxyANTED-Ce General agent IN Maine for arti-
w Gle used In every household. Office and
store, perfected after 40 years experimenting
sale and retail stores must have the goods, al
ready IN great demand when you once get over
your territory. orders viii come to You without
once for further particulars; samples CSC
one taking this agency must have 5000 cashi 10
his disposali perfect security. lNdOkfOltA-
TORS PROMOTING CO., 200 Washington
street, Boston, Mass. 81
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07
THREE MEN KILLED.

Aurora, No., December 6.-Three
men wers killed and two seriously in
iured by a fall of rock today in the
World-Herald mine. The men set off a
heavy blast which loosened a boulder in
the roof
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07
The CheerfuI Idlot.

'They do say" said the shoe clerk
boarder. "that great number Of the
chorus girls nowadays are from Chi
cago."
(Which goes to show that getting in the
chorus is no small feat" said the cheer
full diot.-lndianapolis Press.
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07

The Senate today transacted no busi-
ness of importance in open session.
Throughout almost the entire afternoon
1t was in executive session. The ship
subsidy bill therefore received no con-
sideration.
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07

VVAETED-Ma with good references TO
w manage business OF old established
house; salary SIS per week and expenses pay
able each week direct from headquarters; ex-
pense money advanced; position permanent
Enclose self-addressed stamped enviope.
HOUSE. 500 CaxIon Bldg chi.
cag0. hoVs 4
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07

Lady or gentleman wishing board with
n private family in Deerlng can learn OF such
an opportunity by addressing G.,P. o., Box s5s.
New house with all conyenlences, on car line.
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07

The Best is Ponds Extract. because it
is the strongest, purest and most uniform
article made. Note bottles with bun wrappers.
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07
FOR SALE.

EOB SALE-Elegant pianos mandolins.
Il ylolins guitars, banjos. harmonlcas.
superior violin and banjo strings, clarlonets.
cornets, drums instruction books and every
thing in the music line. for sale by HALVES,
Ala Congress street 1913
The Portland daily press., 1900-12-07
WANTED

A PARTNER with $1,000 to take half in
N terest in a wen established business In
Portland. For the past two years has been
hayng e PEA Pet csns nfs pfGins WIN
Address SECURITY,
dec5dfw r. o. Box 1867.