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The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1900-11-03
Washington, Oct. 3O.-The state de.
partment yesterday issued the follow
A PROCLAMATION

By the president of the United
States of America.
The Cape Girardeau Democrat. (Cape Girardeau, Mo.) 1876-1909, 1900-11-03
EARTHQUAKE In VENEZUELA.

BY the President:
JOHN HAY, Secretary of State.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04
The Clark Filibuster,

1t is evident from yesterdays spirited
cclloquy in the Senate that the friends of
Senator Clark intend to fight the passage
Of the resolution declaring his seat vacant
They are presumably acting for him and
thus represent his wishes. much more
seemly course Of conduct would be the
prompt acquiescence In the opinion Of
the entire committee on privileges and
elections, since its expression was not fol-
lowed by the submission of resignation.
There can be no doubt to the course the
Senate will take upon this case Senator
Clark's right to seat has been so clearly
disproyed that his continued presence in
the Senate is virtually reproach TO its
dignity and honor. Any hIibuster to pro-
long his term of service ought to be met in
a determined spirit to sustain the prestige
of the membership committee and of the
entire body In a case which so hagrantiy
offends the better sense of the nation
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04
Another Consumption "Cure, ;,

The search in the mechanical field for a
practicable flying machine and for method
OF producing power in economical measure
from the suns rays corresponds in a GER
tain sense with the efforts of the medical
scientists to find a reliable cure for tuber-
culosis. Since the days of koch's lymph
there have been many enterprises toward
this goal. The allurements are similar in
degree to those that draw experimenters
toward the mechanical problems just men
toned. To fly. to make the sun do the
worlds work at first hand-these conquests
over nature represent the same thought
that anfmates men to seek to conquer one
of the most fatal of diseases. 1t would be
strange indeed if researches for the more
mechanical ends of science should inciden-
tally lead to discovery of a cure for this
dreaded disease. There is a prospect of
this In view. A French-American electri-
clan. while testing the penetrative powers
OF electricity recently. noted that certain
liquids and gaseous elements were driven
deeply into wood under the influence of
strong current. He conceived the idea that
possibly a powerful curative agency might
be forced through the human tissues in a
manner to kill bacteria without harming
the patient. Accordingly he has been ex-
perimenting in New York hospital with
such success as to attract wide attention
and to revive the often shattered hopes of
those who look for a victory over con-
sumption. FormaIdehyde is the curative
element used. 1t cannot be breathed by a
sufferer in sufficient quantities to work a
cure, for ii causes violent coughing, which
does more harm than the gas can neutral
lie. Yet formaldehyde Is believed to be
fatal to the bacillus of consumption A
sponge saturated with this substance Is
placed on the patients chest, connected
with one pole Of a static electric machine,
while the other pole is placed at the OPP
postte side of the body. The current is
found to carry the gas through the tissues
possibly even through the bones. and the
remedy Is thus made to penetrate into the
diseased parts. where 1t attacks the BAG
terra. Tests Of the matter expectorated by
the patient before treatment show count
| less numbers of live baciln, while similar
tests after the treatment show dead ones
usually all present having been killed. 1t
b reported that positive cures have been
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04

With the facilities which this country pos
sesses for producing virtually everything
the world wants, 1t should be but a few
years before American exporters can COM
mand the orders of the buyers of every
country. climate and race. With tropical
Islands added to the American system this
opportunity Is greatly enlarged.
II Is to be borne well in mind that every
American victory in the trade field has
stirred Europe deeply. These recurcent
statistical statements showing the enormous
growth of our exports are studied abroad
even more carefully than here. Americans
may rest assured that their German and
English rivals are not standing still. but
are closely seeking ways and means to
check our trade advance. They will fight
well. The furry over the Atbara bridge
affair shows how deeply the American sue
cess hurts the British trade pride. The
competition will unquestionaby become
keen as the years pass. and it behooves he
American manufacturers. therefore. to pre-
pare now to hold the advantage they have
gained and to become so familiar with
every phase of the world market that they
can confidently send abroad in the future
the precise commodities that the buyers
want and at prices which will command
trade.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04

Another column Of The Star contains
striking evidence of the growth of the
export trade Of the United States during
whether such q record was ever before
made by any country At the present rate
OF increase the total of exports of manu-
features for the current fiscal year will
exceed 800. 900. 600 or more than double the
total Of the fiscal year 1895. The gain has
been steady and in ali lines. Iron and steel
nave shown perhaps the most remarkable
advances, in both proportion and amount.
out miscellaneous lines. not commonly con-
sidered by the average observer of suob
matters. reveal a remarkable DEVELOPMENT
OF the foreign market
The reason for this extraordinary growth
L. doubtless to be found in the fact that
Tor number of years past the American
manufacturers have held steadfastly 10 ,ba
doctrine that II ever the United States lie r,
command the world markets American
goods must be made so well as to b. rs-
garded the world over as reliable as we'll
as reasonable in price. In short the Amer
lean quality and the American price have
attracted buyers of all nationalities Then
too, the adoption in this country OF inn
proved methods OF manufacture. includine
the best types Of labor-saving machinery.
has enabled the exporter to compete with
thesforeign goods in virtually every market.
But. as has been frequently shown by
consular reports there IS still need for a
more systematic study of the foreign field
by the Domestic manufacturer and exporter.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04
An Exciting Campaipu Promised

Reports from all of the state conventions
so far held show that the attendance has
been large and the interest manifested very
keen The people all over the country seem
to be thoroughly aroused to the Importance
OF this years issues and to be resolved TO
participate in the campaigns, state and ma
tional. for their settlement. Good tickets
are being nominated and explicit platforms
are being written. Everything, indeed. is
promising for year of unexampled poIiti-
cal activity.
This is a welcome sign. This is some
thing at which everybody may properly re-
Joice. Democrat, republican, populist, pro-
hibitionist. all may feel encouraged by such
an exhibition of feeling as testifies to both
love of country and love of combat. The
fact is widely recognized that a great deal
Is at stake, and everybody with voice in
affairs is DESTROYS Of expressing himself at
this time. and later. There is a new in
centive to voters to come out and hear the
arguments. and even to advance their own
The horizon Is broader than ever before.
The issues are broader than ever before.
and some of them possess the attraction of
novelty.
To the extent that the cry of Imperialism
contributes to this awakening 1t is answer
ing good purpose. Absurd as ii Is upon
q little examination let it be welcomed if
only 1t helps to set the more sluggish of
the people to thinking about the country
and their duty to it. While we were in
what may now be termed our hermit state,
there were citizens who neglected their
public duties entirely. Going upon the
proposition that a participation in politics
was unpleasant, and that neither party
could ruin the country II 1t tried, they
Rugged their snug fresides or counting
rooms when the primaries and election day
came on, and left those run things who
would. In that way the country was de-
prived of the services of many who had a
big stake in affairs and were highly COM
petent to handle them.
Shall We not hear from these men now?
Shall We not see them come out with the
rest and bear hand in shaping measures J.?
Is 1t not time? Was ever the country, with
Its multiplied problems demanding atten-
ton, SO much In need OF the activities of it's
citizens as now? Can the man who sulks
or shirks this year find excuse for his con-
duct?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04
The BOer Campaign.

Cen Roberts campaign Is progressing
rather slowly, but apparently with a meas
ure of success. The scene of greatest ac-
tivity at present is just northeast Of Bloem-
fontein. in a triangle bounded by Thaban-
chu at the southeast Glen-which lies about
ten miles north of Bloemfontein-at the
southwest and Winburg at the northeast.
Within this some clever maneuvering
is in progress. Roberts evident purpose is
to split the Boer forces by means of a cav
airy advance under Broadwood, while the
Beers are seemingly able thus far to keep
a line of continuous communication by way
of Winburg. Broadwood has advanced
rather far into the apex of the triangle. and
severe fighting may be expected from that
direction before long. There is just a pos
sibility of his isolation, although his num-
bers are reported as large enough to cope
with such forces as the Beers can send ag
greSsively against him without impa1ring
the line of defense against Roberts main
advance. In the west preparations APP
parently being made for a systematic adj
vance along a line extending to the KIM
berley railroad, and thence through Boshof
to Bloemfontein. Methuen Is again at
Boshof, which he was not long ago forced
to evacuate. The campaign is thus pro-
crossing systematically, the chief purpose
being to press the Beers back toward
Kroonstad and to precipitate a general en-
gagement. in which the superior British
numbers may be used to best effect Mean
while Butler is inactive in Natal. Before
him lies a supposedly large army, at Big
garsburg, reliant upon the formidable passes
into the Transvaal for final defense. The
British purpose in that direction Is evidently
to hold the Beers back without attempting
a forward movement, which is regarded as
certain to be costly, If not disastrous. Bull
Ter is thus acting a stopper to prevent
the Beers from swinging around Roberts
right flank. Recent reports indicate that
Roberts has secured new mounts for his
men, for he occasionally reports extensive
cavalry movements, which should mate
rally alter the aspect of the campaign if
continued. As soon the British field
force is able to acquire great a mobility
as the Beers their heavier numbers may be
expected to turn the tide of the campaign.
This was proved in the Paardeburg affair
when Kitchener was enabled by the use of
cavalry to cut off Cronje's slower retreat
and thus contribute to the most marked
British success of the whole war
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04

accomplished In this manner the lungs be-
ing thoroughly explored by the gas. As
the slaughter of the baclli proceeds the
lungs heal and the gas is forced more and
more deeply into the tissues. The expert
ments have now almost reached the stage Of
regular treatment. Should this method prove
OF enduring value. and the cures perma-
ment. 1t is reasonable to believe that one
of the greatest Of the enemies to human
life at present will have been, certainly in
a marked degree. conquered. II then man
succeeds In mastering the air and claiming
the suns rays to service work and life may
be said to receive an impetus marking the
new century about to open as one of the
most remarkable in the history of the race.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04
Another SIander Refuted.

A common assertion advanced in support
of the theory that the United States should
Immediately withdraw from the Philippines
Is to the effect that the American army In
those islands is suffering from all sorts of
unusual ills. that the men are debauched,
that they have acquired extravagant
habits that they have succumbed to the
violent diseases of the climate and finally
that they have become insane and have
committed suicide in unusually large num-
beers. One by one these libels have been
disproved Yesterday in the Senate one of
the last of them was utterly exploded. The
debate was running on the army appropria-
ton bill and Senator Hawley took occasion
to note the charges that insanity and sui
eide are largely on the increase among the
men on Philippine service. He adduced off,
cial statistics to show that there has in
fact been no such increase. but that not
withstanding the extraordinary climatic
conditions and the severe service required
OF the men barely a normal percentage of
such casualties occurred.
1t is well that such refutations of this
aboninable Islander should be thus pub
licly made. Indeed the circumstances as to
the health of the army do not bear. save by
fndirection, upon the larger problem of
whether or not the United States should
tain its sovereignty over the islands. OF
course. it would be deplorable to find that
military service In the conduct of the new
enterprise involved a heavy sacrifice. In
time If the archipelago proved too heavy
drain upon the health Of the army 1t would
become necessary to consider ways and
means Of reducing the evil. But the con-
siderations which demand continued Ameri-
can occupation are superior to these. 1t is
matter of good fortune meanwhile that
the army continues In relatively good men,
tai. moral and physical health.
Just why these futile attempts to be-
smirch the army's good name and to
frighten the home folks into a panic should
continue in the face of the persistent reve-
lations of the truth it is difficult to under
stand The propaganda to manufacture
sentiment adverse to the continued occupa-
ton of the islands has long since shown up
in its true coIors, and, 1t is safe to say, it
has failed utterly of its purpose. The per-
slstent maligning of the army and the ad-
ministration is perhaps conceived as part
OF the miscellaneous campaign material
now in course Of accumulation. 1t is most
deplorable that In the process of manufae-
turing political buncombe grief should be
sent. even momeutarily. to the families of
the brave. splendid fellows who are serv-
Ing the flag uncoruplainingly In the distant
islands.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04

ork Journal Of Commerce

From the New York Journal Of Commerce
The gentleman who undertook to make
10 per cent a week for people who de-
posted money with him has been retired
for ten years from the fields of finance.
AND yet promises or ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
which are far more likely TO deceive, be-
cause not so widely impossible, may be
set before the public with entirely safety.
This anomaly cannot be helped. All in
Eestments have q certain element of un-
certainty about them. and the law. cannot
undertake to protect everybody against
everything, while. on the other hand, any
thing so obviously fraudulent as a 10 per
CENT week scheme will not be suffered
The people with dollars in their pockets or
in the savings banks will have to weigh
for themselves inducements which might be
realized, but the law will protect them from
Inducements which cannot possibly be true.
and which one would hardly suppose the
most inexperienced and supplemented
would be deceived by
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04

from tue New York Sun.
Gen. Otis has had the most difficult task
or like scale ever put upon any military
commander of America or any other coun-
try. 1t was for him to gain control of an
As1atic people great in numbers, fiery in
spirit. as resentful of civilized rule as the
American Indians and infiamed and terror
lied by the corrupt and self-seeking organ
ization of which Aguinaldo. Palermo, Ma
binl and others were at the head. This
organized Instruction is dispersed. There
has been great and gratifying develop
ment of social order and local government.
All that remains of warfare is the guerrilla
ism of unreconciled savagery.
How long this will continue to endanger
the American forces in the east and plague
our domestic politics it is impossible to say;
but for any President or Congress of the
United States to finch from maintaining
American authority where 1t has been for
mally and rightfully and, as in the case of
the Philippines, unavoidably established, is
a moral imposSIbiity
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04
The Crowds
Kept Things
A HunllIniiIlg!

IL was Dig excitement all day long at our won
derful manufacturers clothing sale Crowds came
with the expectation OF extraordinary bargains
and many even expressed themselves as being hot,
Ter satisfied than they had anticipated It's
sacrifice Of high-grade clothing An unmercifuI
one, and it's a mighty poor economist that
wouldn't buy outfit at the ridicuIous nrtc.s
we're quoting
Mems Blue Serge Suits some made with doubla.
breasted vests Can't be touched at $40 bout
town. Sale price, 500. Mems hrst-class doubIe.
breasted Sack Suits. In % different patterns. all
sizes, from "a to ~ breast measurement for 81 a.
These suits are sold all town for SIP; all we
ask is 81. IS. II YOU will find these suits are NOT
cheap. and you are not satisfied. bring them back
and We VIII cheerfully refund the money
We offer Mems Suits. worth SO for 81 AZ
Mems Cheviot Suits, black, brown or mixtures
worth s12. for $685.; Mems Fine Striped worsted
suits In sack or frock STYLE worth SIS for 81 %;
Mems Check Cashmere Suits worth sI6, for IS A.
Hundreds Of patterns in Mems extra size Suits
Every stout man in Washington should take ad-
vantage. Sizes up to so. Sale price, s775.
Mems Corduroy Pants for big men; waist size up
to As. Sale price, s1.69.
Chiidren's Knee Pants worth &c.,. at 1ec
Mems Durable. Nobby Pants, usually retail at
$1.50; go for 69c.
heavy sacrifice Of and stylish Mems Fur
nishings Mems extra large Japonette silk hand
kerchiefs. with pure silk initials, 15c. two for
25c. Mems pure Irish linen handkerchief worth
35c. each. for 12hc. Mems blue and red socks
extracted dots. worth 25c. pair l5c. or two for
25c. Mems fine linen end suspenders. worth 25c
go for 15c. Fancy colored bosom shirts worth
90c., go for 4Sc. Mems office coats at &c
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04
Second floor,
Spring and Summer Wear
For the Little Folks.

Percale, Bingham, Cambria and
Nainsook Dresses; Null Caps and
Bonnets and Sun Hats in pleasing
variety, and everything in Little
Children's wear that is seasonab1e
and fashionable.
Infants Cotton Shirts, high neck and long sleeves;
low neck and short sleeves; buttoned down front.
Each 80, 25c.
Infants NainsOok and Cambria Slips, ruf1e on
neck and sleeves. Each. Doc
Infants Nainsook Slips embroidery neck and
a. Infants Long and Short Skirts. made on waist
finished with deep hem and tucks. Each. Soc
Infants Short Skirts. ade on waist, finished
with tucks and rutie Of embroidery. Each. .75c
Childrens Bingham and Percale Dresses, round
yoke. finished with ruffie and beading Each. SOC
Children's Bingham and Percale Dresses. Hubbard
style, trimmed with insertion and embroidery
Children's Bingham and Percale Dresses waist
end Hubbard styles, trimmed with insertion and
Second
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04
Muslim
Underwear.

In buying Muslin Underclotling
we consider quality more than price.
Width of skirt and petticoat and
night gown and quality of muslin
frst-price afterward. Our goods
are the best obtainable at the prices.
Women's Nansook Drawers, trimmed with ruffie
Of embroidery and cluster OF tucks. Pair. Soc.
Women's Muslin Gowns, high or v neck. trimmed
with insertion and tucks. Each. Soc.
Women's Muslin walking Skirts. umbrella shape
founce, with tucks and yokeband. Each. soc.
WOmen's Nainsook Corset Covers. French style
with lace on neck and armholes. Each. SOC.
WOmen's Cambria Chemises, with corded band,
round neck trimmed with insertion and embroid-
cry. Each NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. Soc
Women's Bingham Petticoats, with deep founce
narrow rufie at bottom. Each. .............. 65c
Women's Grass Linen Pettieoats, umbrella shape
founce. with corded rufie Each. 81 90
Women's Grass Linen Pettcoats, finer quality
umbrela-shape founce and tucked rule. Ea 81 so
Second floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04

The politician, ever bland,
Ere long will take you by the hand
And seek to give a true reply
To all your questions as they fly.
When explanations you demand
OF how to regulate the land
To make it bloom from sea to sea,
This is his answer: vote for me-"
If you would know way to stop
All kinds of damage to a crop;
If some protection you desire
Against tornadoes. floods and fire;
If you, in short, would Danish all
The ills man met at Adams fall,
And live in sweet, unchanging glee,
This is the answer: Vote for me-"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04
Outdoor Toys and
Summer Goods.

Now is the time for the children
to have the benefit of outdoor air
and exercise, and the best way is to
furnish them some amusement. We
have the right articles here-all sorts
OF summer games that children de-
light in.
Special
Combination Blackboard and
Easel for children to use on the lawn,
complete,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04

From the indianapolis News.

There is nothing in the approach of pleas
ant weather that makes enforcement of the
smoke ordinance any the less obligatory
While private fires die down with the com.
ing of summer the large chimneys that fur
nish draught for boilers are as much ir
evidence as In mtdwinter All through tn,
poison the air and befoul the buildings. al.
though there Is an ordinance to the con.
trary. and. although promise of enforcement
OF this ordinance was made with much
flourish
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04
Corset
Depart

We know Of no better makes than
the following. The best of materials
are used in their construction, and
the experience of many years with
them warrants our Recommendation
W. G. c. Corsets. good quality coutil Pair. 5Oc
P. N Corsets, high bust, short hips. Pair. Toe.
Il. G. Corsets, extra long. medium and short.
Girdle Oorsets, batiste. Pair. ............$ 81 90
z. B. Corsets. extra long and medium Pair. 81 so
p d. Corsets, extra long and short. Pair. 81. rs
Dowager Corsets, suitable for stout figures
faE goo
so
Serviettes. Dozen. zoe to So.
Second floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04

Arthur Sewall. who was candidate for
Vice President on the ticket with w. J.
Bryan. has been advised by his physician
that he must go to Europe for the sake of
his health. MIR. Sewall may be entitled to
sympathy for his physical condition. but
congratulations are due him on his escape
from the perils of political interviews dur
ing q campaign.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-05-04

The school children of Canada who were
going to send AguinaldOa message of SYM
pathy now find themselves up against a
hard problem. They don't know where he
Is and 1t isn't likely that he will provide
them with the necessary information. While
he doubtless would have no objection to
being found by a message of sympathy, he
does not care to be found by American
soldiers, and if he should betray his where
abouts 1t is quite likely that the latter
would be the first on the spot.