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The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08
Synopsis of the Presidents


| The following il n synopsis of the
Presidents Message sent to Congress
last Monday. Dec. 8. viz:
Chinese esituatiOn-The opening Oi
the Chinese ports to foreign trade af-
ter the Tai Ping rebellion was the
starting point of the Boxer move
ment. There IL sincontrYvertiblcp proof
oi the responsibility of the Chinese
government for the Boxer movement.
es )ccia!ly the siege OF the legations.
I he policy Of the Unite. States Is to
ses;k I. set tlement that will insure the
Integrity of China and the stability of
her government. to preserve interna-
tional rights and the principle of free
and equal trade between China and
the rest of the world. TO effect this
condition, 1T IL desirable that the Chi
nese should retain Il government and
authority for which they have respect.
AT the same time the real culprits, the
men who misled the imperial influence,
must be made to expiate their crime
against the world within the rational
limits of retributive justice. Liberty
Of faith to Chinese and foreigners alike
IL an essential to a durable adjust
ment. The question of indemnity is
the most difficult of solution, since
the wrongs done cannot be measured
In money, but the President inclines
to the belief that the best indemnity
that can he demanded il an increased
guarantee of rights Of foreigners in
the future.
Other foreign relations-They are
eminently satisfactory. Conventions
with the Southern republics have been
agreed to regarding postal facilities.
An extradition treaty with Bolivia Is
before the Senate. Trade conditions
with Brazil weigh heavily against
America. The President advocates
restriction of liquor traffic among un-
civilized peoples, especially in the Wes-
tern Pacific.
Paris activi-
ty hampered the efforts to gather n
worthy exhibit at Paris, the general
prosperity of this country tending to
make everybody Indifferent to the ad-
vantages OF advertising through the
medium of the International ExpOsi-
tion. Nevertheless, the United States
exhibit was the most extensive foreign
exhibit at Paris and won 2476 prizes,
leading all foreign exhibits both as to
the total and as to the number of
prizes in each grade. The awards In
arts and artistic manufactures were
especially gratifying to national pride
Relations with Germanv-The way
has been opened for the readmission
ut American life insurance companies
to Prussia. The Samoan settlement
has accomplished good International
results. The German imperial meat
inspection law does not promise well
for American meat products.
Relations with Great Britain-The
BOer war, because Of England pur-
chasing outright cargoes shipped to
Delagoa Bay, left unsettled the broad
question as to the rights and privi-
leges Of goods not contraband per se
shipped by neutrals to a port adja-
cent to l,elligerent territory. The
Alaskan boundary line should be def
nitely established without delay.
The Tallulah lynching-The failure
Of State and local Investigations to
result in indictments gives fresh evil
dence Of the necessity of the Federal
judiciary being given statutory jurls-
diction IN cases Of mob violence
where the victims are foreigners and
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08
4 GENTS WANTED-Laye active men

A GENTS WANTED-Liye active men
- aud women can earn from IS to 80
day by canvassing for Frank G. Car.
penter's book, South America: Social,
Industrial and Political" This book is
just out and is having an enormous sale.
Everybody wants it. As it is being sold
by subscription only. we desire represen-
tatives who are hustlers ut once TO intro
dnce the work in your territory. Most
liberal terms. Write today for territory
and full particulars TO SAALFIEf.D Pun
LIsHINo Co., Akron, Ohio. s22
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08

Judge Julian Mouton. of the Circuit
Court of Appeals, was in Colfax on
Tuesday and Wednesday. for the pur-
pose OF holding court, hut Judge j.
L. Dagg, Of Concordia. who was to
be associated with him in the trial of
causes. failing to put in his appear
ance, no court was held.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08
The Best Plaster.

A piece Of flannel dampened with Cham
berlain's Pain Balm and bound to the
affected parts is superior to any plaster.
When troubled with lame back or pains
in the side or chest, give it trial and
you are certain to be more than pleased
with the prompt relief which it Affords
Pain Balm also cures rheumatism. One
application gives relief For sale by j. II.
McNeely, Colfax; Bush & Randolph,
Paramount.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08
Ancient Compared With Modern
History.

1AAStVEys
First In war, first in peace and first
In the hearts of his countrymen, is
what was said. OF Washington.
First in low prices, first in good
goods, and first in the minds of the
people, Is what Is said of j. n. Nc
Neely, the Colfax merchant who car
ries the most complete line of Gents
Furnishing Goods. Ladies' Walking
Jackets. Capes, e,e.
The most complete line of Hats.
Shoes, ETC., ever shown to the people
OF COlfax. Also a fine and varied as
sortment of Cakes, Candies and Christ
mas Toys.
A visit will convince you. Call and
see our stock. No trouble to show.
goods.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08

]. H. McNeely, Colfax. La. and Bush
d Randolph, Fairmonnt, La, guarantee
every bottle Of Chamberlain's Cough
Remedy and will refund the money to
any one who is not satisfied after using
two-thirds of the contents. This is the
best remedy in the world for lagrippe,
coughs. colds, Group, and whooping cough
and is pleasant and safe to take 1t pre-
vents any tendency of cold to result in
pneumonia
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08

"About five years ago / was troubled
with catarrh OF the lower bowel" says G.
7. Chisholm, 484 Dearborn Ave-, Chicago,
"and although consulted several en.i-
nent physicians who prescribed for me,
fouud their remedies failed to in any way
relieve me, and the trouble almost became
chronic. After suffering several months.
lone day concluded to try Chamberlain's
Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy
and l beg to assure you that was most
agreeab!y surprised to find after taking
two doses OF the remedy that was CON-
pletely relieved of the disease that had
cost me so much trouble aud annoyance.
/ am thankful to say that have not suf-
fered from it since.' For sale by j. H.
McNeely. Colfax; Bush 4 Randolph.
Paramount.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08

We have received a pamphlet from
the Ruston Leader, setting forth the
advantages Of the town of Ruston,
etc. The book was printed by Lane,
Of the Leader, and is well gotten up
and printed, and shows that a good
workman had hold of the Job.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08

when you take Groves Tasteless Chill
Tonic, because the formula is plainly
printed on every bottle, showing that it
rs simply Iron and Quinine ia q tasteless
form. No cure, no pay. &c.,
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08

The steamers Electra aud Luna. on
theirup trip. arrived at Colfax yester-
day morning buckled together, and
running under a short crew. MICA.
Wells helped them out by getting
fireman and four rousters at this place
and the Luna unbuckled and went up
Cane river. The Electra had big
up freight.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08

Cactus compound, true laxtive tonic
is guaranteed to expei your malaria. bill
iopsness. clear your complexion and in
crease your weight.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08
Pneumonia Prevented.

Among the tens of thousands who have
used Cnamber.ain's Cough Remedy for
colds and lagrppe during the past few
years. to our knowledge, not a single case
has resulted in pneumonia. Tnos. Whit
field Il TO-, 240 Wabash avenue, Chicago,
one of the most prominent retail drug
gisIs in that city, IN speaking OF this, says:
I'VE recommend ChamberIains Cough
Remedy tor Ia grippe In many cases. as
1t not only gives prompt and complete
I. covery, but also counteracts any fen-
dency of lagrii,pr to rpsultin pneumonia.
For sale by j. Fl. McNeely, Colfax; Bush
4 Randolph. Fairmount.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08

If Won feel dull. languid, broken down,
debilitated, weak stomach or indigestion,
use d.. Dr.M.A.Simmons liver medicine.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08

II troubled with dizziness, bitter taste
in mouth, furred tongue, bloated feeling
after eating. constipation or sick head
ache, nse DIR M. A .Simmonsl liver medicine.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08

Cure stomach troubles. cold feet and
hands, excessive Hows, with Simmons
Squaw Vine Wine or Tablets.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08

ANTI-KBEoN Tablets, the only laxative
digestive 25c cure for chronic chills and
malaria. No cure, 20 pay.
The Colfax chronicle., 1900-12-08

When yon need a sonthing and heal
ing antiseptic application for any pur-
l,ose, use the original DeWitt's Witch
Hazsl Salvr, we'll known cure for piles
and skin diseases. II heals sores with
ont leaving a scaE Beware OF counter
feits. j. A. Hyde.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-01-05
Made from Grape
Cream of Tartar.

sent out, and the largest crowd was
present that has attended any OF this
clubs social affairs this season. Miss
Bert Schanafelt furnished the music
and a most enjoyable time was had by
all Many from Wheeling and other
outside cities were present.
Miss Jessie Clegg and Miss May
Wilson, of Moundsville. are visiting
Miss Kate Clegg. OF the First ward.
Frank Reed has returned nom
visit to friends at Haga, O.
Joseph Long is off duty. on account
of a bad burn received il his eye some
days ago.
Police court has new record. as
they have had no business in the new
year.
At the meeting Of the Elks LIE 80
Wednesday evening. the matter
club room was still left with the
mittee in charge OF same.
The oil well on the Miliigan Il
near Glencoe, is expected in In q
days.
Lawrence Cornwell has returned n
Cleveland.
DR.. Clark, of Glencoe, was In the
yesterday.
F. L. Apple, claim agent OF the
G p. was In the city yesterday.
J. s. J. Beck. G. & p. brakem
who has been sick for some days.
able to be out again.
The Duouesne Hook and Ladder
Company elected the following officers
last evening: Captain. John Strobe:
First Lieutenant, H. oliver; Second
Lieutenant Henry Kemple; Secretary
J. Centrefield; Treasurer, Geo. PrachH
Warden, John Glover.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-01-05
A Fami1y's Narrow Escape.
Special TO the Register.

A5P0NIaI % lIit NeSISltI.
CEDARVILLE, o., January 4.-One OF
the worst crimes ever perpetrated in this
section, that of poisoning Samuel VIII
coxon and family by throwing Paris green
in the cistern used for drinking purposes.
was narrowly averted this morning. Last
evening the family noticed a man stand
ing near the clstern, and being more or
less suspicious on account of their barn
having been mysteriously burned few
months ago, examined the water before
using it. which probably saved their lives,
as ii was found to he full of Paris green.
Bloodhounds will be put on the trail OF
the culprit.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-01-05
MARTINS FERRY.
Local News From the City of Work.
shops and Mills.


Alexander Walton. who was fined
yesterday by Mayor Shipman, was ia
ken to st. Clairsville, as he was unable
to pay.
One of the Stanton Heater Com
pany's statesmen some days ago visited
minister's home, having learn
ed that the minister wanted to buy a
heater. The salesman was net at the
door by one of the preachers daughters
who through some mistake called her
father, saying that gentleman was
waiting to see him and wished to make
arrangements to get married. The
salesman was much embarrassed but
an explanation was soon made and the
embarrassment OF the salesman was
soon turned to joke, as he has been
married for some years.
Much complaint is being made by the
girls who work in the Beaumont glass
house, about man who persistently
stands on the opposite corner and
makes remarks to the girls as they pass
by. Several times he has even gone
so far as to lay his hands on some of
the girls and try to detain them. This
outrage should be stopped and the au-
thorities should keep on the watch for
the offender.
Prof. E. D. Morris, principal Of the
High School, returned yesterday
Charles Bartholomew is visiting his
parents.
D. Michaels, of Hopedale, is in the
city visiting friends.
Yard engine No. IS, of the c., L. &
W., blew her cylinder head out while
pushing some cars up to Terminal juno
ton. Freight traffic was delayed for a
few hours. An extra engine was soon
secured and the track cleared.
George Chopper, who has been sick
for several days, is able to be out
again.
George Blinco has brought suit
against the s>seet car company for al
legged damages sustained by car col
liding with his buggy some days ago.
The amount of the damage asked for is
$40. The case is set for hearing be-
fore Squire Kellar January 18th.
The Confederate Spy will be given
tonight and tomorrow night at the
Star Theatre The proceeds are for the
iremen's tournament and should be
we'll patronized by the people. The play
is most excellent one and the best
local talent is in the cast.
Marshal Chopper and Mrs. p. Nc
Donough will erect an ice house and to-
day will commence cutting ice on the
river. The ice is about eight inches
thick and is very clear. A number OF
other saloon-keepers are thinking OF
putting up their own ice and II the cold
weather continues 1t looks as IL the ice
man would have little business in this
city the coming season.
Miss Alice Morris returned home yes
terday from Pittsburg.
Will Stewart has accepted a position
with the Mingo steel works and left fer
that place yesterday.
Mrs. Fred Dixon returned yesterday
from Washington. d. c., where she has
been visiting for several days.
Jacob Hunker left yesterday for Cam
bridge to spend several days.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-01-05

Captain William Clarke Passed Away
At His Home I'm Bridgeport Yes
tcrdny--A Brief Sketch of His Ca
reer.
Captain William Clarke, one of the
Oldest captains living in the valley,
passed away yesterday at Bridgeport.
Captain Clarke some few days ago was
stricken with paralysis. After this at
tack at times it was thought he might
rally, but owing to his advanced age,
nature had exhausted its vitality, and
he finally succumbed to the disease.
He leaves behind him host Of
friends and remembrance in the
minds of all river men, also the old
citizens of this town. AT certain times
Mr.. Clarke was conscious, but only at
short intervals. He was in his eighty
sixth year, and up to the last few
weeks was very active, often being
complimented by his friends for re-
tanning his youth and strength at his
age. Seven children survive him; six
sons and one daughter. They are J. E.
and w. H. Clarke, of Bridgeport, Har-
Ky Clarke, of Chicago; d. B. Clarke. of
Wheeling; Bentley Clarke, OF Freedom.
Pa, and James Clarke, of Washington,
p. c., and Mrs. Chas. Young, of Ports
mouth, o. Captain Clarke was born in
wheeling in 1914, on North Main street
end lived in this city until fifty-four
years ago, when he moved to Bridge
port. He first began river life at the
age Of sixteen and in few years be-
came pilot, and later Captain.
Fifty-four years of. his life was spent
IN the river. He had charge of many
0ats.l At one time he was CAPTAIN
= the Baltimore, plying between
Wheeling and'Louisville. The Captain
was always a favorite with the river
men. Eighteen years ago he left the
river, and after the death of his wife
he has made his home with his son
'. =. Clark, of Bridgeport.
Inc funeral will take place Saturday
two O'Clock, from the home of 7
Sarke, in Kirkwood The inter-
II be in Mt Wood cemetery
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-01-05
=. .s.''-' =. Ds'-'''

Lieut. Gov. = N. Devine IL Nosts s.
kota, who has been visiting his ola & hess 49,,
"a tn's city tor the past fopr u,aal-s 80,
ieave this afternoon Tor R:.rnarr ~ "a
IN brief talk with the Govern.r l. =
evehing' he expressed himself as highly
uea'gnted with his visit ia uhasl;,, !.
TRENDS. IN renewing old assoc;a tiors !, -
forming new acquaintance here He X
i-eses there is great future for West vs.
GINA. From his observations. he saws
west Virginia to-day offers greater ~.
portiunaties for investment than anv otbar
state IN the Union-her immense cosI
neIds, oil fields timber lands. with the
nnest opportunities for increased me, n,yfac-
torres, together with her rich farrnIrg
ianus' should make the Mountain STATE,
enc OF the most desirable places on this
continent 10 locate. A few years henca
ana West Virginia will stand in the FORE
front of the wealthy manufacturing states
of the Union"
MISS Letta TRACER, of Cincinnati. is Wis
fting the family of Mr.. Joseph Emshesner
on Sixteenth street.
William Carey. of Caldwelrs RI, ,eft
Aoi ninSo, u, to accept a
position in the Mingo steel plant,
Miss Alice Terrence, Of Pittgburg who
has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. Fy,iny-
ham, at the Hotel Windsor, has returned
home.
Fred. Wright, of New Martinsville. who
mas been Ill ait the Haskins Hospital. ON
the South Side. was able to return to his
home yesterday.
Frank J. Hearne, second vice president
OF the National Tube Company, arrived in
the city from Pittsburg late last night and
registered at the Mcclure.
Mrs. Camilla Peters and Mr.. and Mrs
Thomas B. Peters, of Brooklyn. N. Y
who have been the guests of Mr.. and Mrs,
James B. TaDev, left last evening over
the Pennsyl' for that city.
Raymy 4, of st. Louis. was In
the city calling friends while ON his
way from his fo<ler home in Brooke
couEty. Mr.. Scott is graduate of Beth
any, and practiced law in this CITY for a
Few months. He is now engaged with his
orother IN the real estate business in St.
Louis.
Hon. Jake Fisher, the political sage of
Braxton county, was in the city on legal
business yesterday, and stopped at the Nc
Lure. Jake takes very hopeful view
OF the political situation in his section.
from Democratic standpoint, and de-
Cares with such emphasis as to almost
carry conviction with it, that the State
will be Democratic in the next general
election.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-01-05
OTIS BIG ARMY.
ne New Has G5.0o0 Effective Men ia
the Philippines.

e new Has G5.00O Effective Men ia
the Philippines.
WASHINGTON, January with
me arrival at Manila of the transport
Gfant, which left San Francisco on the
11st ut, with the Forty-eighth volun-
teer infantry (colored), Gen. Otis will
nave command of an effective force OF
ABOUT $4,000 men. Tie army now in
the Philippines aggregates 1880 men,
OF which $1,000 are regular troops and
$1,000 are volunteers. With the arrival
OF the Grant the entire volunteer
strength Of $4,000 men will be in the
philippines. This includes the Forty
eighth volunteer infantry as already
stated, and the Forty-first volunteer in
fanlry, which left New York en- the
transport Logan November Goth and Is
expected to arrive at Manila early next
week.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-01-05
BELLAIRE.
budget of Local News from Our
Belmont County Neighbour.

Belmont County NetghbOr.
Now that the holidays are over city
politics are having a boom and many
Of both parties are out feeling their
friends as to their probable success at
the coming primaries. The majority Of
the officehclders will be up for re-elec-
ton, and these men are now working
hard to line up all their friends. The
Democrats have very good chance 70
elect their ticket this spring. With a
good ticket victory will be their re-
ward. A large number OF the Demo-
Gratis are endeavoring to induce e. j.
Steger to be candidate for Mayor.
Mr.. Steger is one Of the most popular
Democrats of the city, having served
in Council, and also been a member
of the School Board for several terms.
He is at present a member of Council
from the Third ward. If he were nomi-
mated he would combine the Democ-
racv and no doubt would be the next
Mayor of Bellaire.
Monroe county is at present much
aroused over the outcome of the inves-
tigation of the county affairs and at
present the courts are very busy with
iniunctions and libel suits. Some or
the Republicans think the outcome will
be victory for their party, but their
hone is not within the bodndsHof rea-
son. as the Democratic party can d.
vide and yet elect a full ticket. It is
most likely the Democrats will put an
independent ticket in the field.
Black Prince Lodge No. 81, K. OF p,
installed the following officers last
night. C. Culbertson, G.. c.; j A. Du
Bois. V. c.; j. l.. Fry, Prelate; Cook
Danford, NJ. A.; Geo. Turnbull, |. G.;
Elmer Crow, NJ. w. John Lockwood
NJ. F.; Robert McVey X. Of r. & S.;
G. w. Dickens, M. Of E.
Mayor Freese has received over
eighteen names for a hose company in
+he First ward They will be sworn ID
the first Of the week.
The Young Ladies Club give de-
ughtful dance at Armory Hall las
evening. Over IT'S invitations were
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-01-05
BRIDGEPORT.
Chronicle of Daily Events OF tn
Town Across the WAY.

Tie Union Hall Association. which wal
recently formed, promises to be tnT
largest combination of society people o
this town Their first invitations were Is
sued Yesterday, and about Is were sen
out. The dances will be held in the
Union Opera House under the direction on
Prof. ]. IT. Morrow. The patronesses arel
Mrs. w. e. Thomas, Mrs. Edw. Kennedy.
Mrs. Charles Dougherty and Mrs. Everly
South. The music will be furnished by
Prof Long, and dancing from eight to
twelve Is the programme.
Mrs Fred. Neininger remains about the
same.
Thomas McGough left yesterday for
Cambridge
Mrs. Il. II. Howell is visiting her sister
in Washington, ID. G.
II. Q. GILES is on the sick list.
Yesterday work was commenced clean
ing IN the street,, ! and Il can be well said
this action was not taken too soon.
The street car company will pay Off their
men to-day 49,.
Ernest Harper, of coraopoiis. Pa, l. tho
guest OF Phil Kennedy.
Rev. ]. A. Donahey left last evening for
St. Clairsville. where he VIII assist Rev.
Eakirts Of the First Presbyterian church,
in his special services this week.
e. w. ogleby OF Cleveland. was In the
city yesterday.
Dick Mcdonald was fined 81 and costs
Yesterday morning for drunkenness.
The fine skating on the river stiil at
tracts large crowds. not only from this
town. but from all the adjoining towns
The Hotel Maine was headquarters for
the miners during their convention.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1900-01-05

Each p..1.nr Day.

b fs Is a 8 49, IN
Each pass.ns Day'
Two circulars issuxs By Virginia 81 ss, as-
tective agency. offer:rx rewards Ior nsss-
ing parties. were talked to . 49, -
pole 70 front of the bostoffice yss'ss1as :
and attracted remarkable amount " ~
tentons
"A still alarm caller the Chem1cai en-
g'ne company to the residence OF ~ ' ,an4
Lohn1an, at No. 1872 Fourteenth street. ,ass
evening ct o'clock. A defective nue. nau
starred g. slight confiagraton IN tno 800,
put was soon extinguished Loss hoi'i'''o'
The funeral Of Mrs Eva Ne.dert viii
take place from her late residences on 81
Iwenty-second street this morning a. o.so
O'Clock. AT st. Alphonsus churcn rsquieni
mass VIII be held at nine o'clock Inc re-
mains Will be buried at Mt. calvary Gene
terry.
The police have been notified that Hat
tie Y. Hall was taken from the mouse Oh
ner father. c. s. Hall. at Utica y, On
christmas Day. and has not been seen
SINCE. a reward Is offered for irfofmation
leading to the discovery Of her where
abouts.
Tho schuetzner property, at Fulton
was sofa at commissioners sale at the
Court House yesterday morning at ten
O'clock. The properly was purchased oy
henry Stftz for sl,lO1. The sale was con-
Quoted by Auctioneer c. S. Greer, OF the
South Side.
The funeral of the late Mrs. Ann Nc
Gowan will take place from the family
residence on South Main street tomorrow
morning at $3.50 o'clock. Requiem mass
VIII be held at st. Josephs Cathedral at
nine O'clock and the internent wiz be at
MT. Calvary cemetery.
-Ihe Reymann Brewing Company start
ed to cut ice on the creek yesterday COM
mencing below the B. & O. bridge, and
from there to the brewery. The ice is about
twelve inches thick. very clear, and is
considered the best ice taken from the
creek for several years. The brewery is
reapirg quite harvest and will place
many tons in their ice house.