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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
TR,PIcAL STORM TURNS.
Now Centred In the Gulf and Headed
for New Orleans.

The tropical storm which has been NOV
ing slowly westward over the Caribbean
Sea during the last few days. and which
was expected to reach Norfolk last night,
has been DETECTED from a northward
movement and Is at present central in the
Gulf. Unless present indications are re-
versed the Atlantic Coast will not be
visited by the storm, the direction OF
which now appears to be northwesteriy'
The storm is proceeding leisureiy ana Is
directed toward New Orleans and Ticin-
ity. Its probable course will be up the
Nississippi Valley. At New Orleans the
winds arc freshening and 1t is expected
that there will be blast accompanied by
rain at that place some time today.
Washington will not be deprived OF the
benefit of the predicted cool wave II the
weather sages are worthy OF confidence
No great change in temperature is an
ticipated, but a drop in the mercury Of
from five to eight degrees will be a meas
ure of relief that Will be received here
with general thanks. The cool wave may
arrive at any moment.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
ABRUzZI AT STOCKHOLM.
His Expedition Reached the Highest
Northern Latitude,

STOCKHOLM, Sept. 6.-The Duke OF
Abruzzi reached this coast today. re-
turning from his expedition to the North
Pole He beat Nansens record, and
gained a point nearer the pole than was
ever reached before
The log of his vessel, the Stella Polaris,
shows that after eleven months in the
polar ice she drifted to latitude Sc de-
grees 80 minutes. Nansen's record was
latitude Sc degrees and II minutes.
One side OF the vessel had been crushed
in the ice, and it was with difficulty
that she was prevented from sinking.
Food became very scarce and some of the
dogs had to be eaten. A Norwegian ma
chinist and two Italians died. The rest
of the party suffered comparatively little.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Rainy-day skirts, l.R.

Lot of ladies' rainy-day skirts Of sty-
lish materials: with stitched bottoms;
good width; instead of 81, for s2.4S.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
ROBBED THE MONEY DRAWER.
A.Young Republican Politician De-
tected I'm Theft.

HARRISBURG. Pa. Sept. s,-Charles
Brightbill a well-known young Republi-
can politician. was detected this after
noon robbing the money drawer in the
prothonotary's office. Brightbill was form
erly Janitor of the court house, and when
arrested key to the office was found on
him. Prothonotary Diffendrofer has been
missing money for six months. and IL was
decided to place a watch on the office.
Detective Walters concealed himself Tn
der the counter and about s o'clock this
evening Brightbill coolly let himself into
the office and went to the money drawer.
The officer attempted to arrest the
young man but he broke away and ran
out into the street, where he was cap
tured by the policemen, who shot twice.
Mr.. Diffendrofer claims his losses will not
fall short of $500.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
MESSAGES FROM CHINA.
The War Department Hears From
Generals ChafTce and Harry.

The War Department Hears From
Generals ChafTce and Harry.
The War Department has at last re-
ceived from General Chaffee a satisfac-
tory cablegram with a Pekin date II
was received yesterday and occupied
about eight days in transmission. The
message follows:
"Taku. China.
"Adiutant General. Washington:
"Pekin. twenty-eighth. The officers
and soldiers OF the China relief expe-
dition send thanks to the President
and Secretary Of War for message of
congratulation: formal entry of the
palace grounds made today at s
O'Clock. salute CT twenty-one guns be-
ing fired at the south and north gates,
troops OF all nations participated. the
United States by battalion $50 strong
composed Of details from each organi-
zation present at taking of city; palace
vacant with exception Of about three
hundred servants; General Barry for
Manila today; Danish cable Shanghai
TO Taku opened for business. connect
ed with our wire CHAFFEE-"
The following message was received
from General Barry:
"Taku
"Adjutant General. Washington:
''All quiet Pekip. Supplies prompt
Iy unloaded; forwarded when dis
positions determined all supplies re-
ceived; troops comfortable, winter:
no communication Chinese officials
to August 2S; James II. Wilson, Brig
adler General Volunteers. goes to
Pekin tonight; Rockhill, Shanghai;
telegraphic communication Pekin to
Tientsin bad; extreme heat ended;
all conditions satisfactory; go TO
Nagasaki tomorrow; take first trans
port to Manila. BARRY"
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
WIN THE BRONZE TROPHY
The District SharpshOOters Victo-
rious at Sea Girt.

Secure the Interstate Military md
the Company Team Match Prizes
Members of the American Con-
tcstants for Palma Trophy Select
ed-Tyvo Washington Men Chosen.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
THE UTAH DEMOCRATS.
King Named for Congress and n
Platform Adopted.

SALT LAKE, Sept. 6.-The Democratic
State Convention has been In session here
all day. 1t adopted a platform declaring
for free silver and against expansion and
generally condemning the policy of the
Government, domestic and foreign. w. H.
King was nominated for Congress by ac-
clamation. Ogden Hiles was nominated for
Judge os the Supreme Court, but refused
to accect. King Is the present Represent
ative from Utah. having been elected to
fill the vacancy OF B. H. Roberts. He also
served two years in Congress from 1896 to
1909
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
REJOICING IN ROME.
News of Abruzzts Safe Arrival Re-
ceived with Enthusiasm.

ROME, Sept. 6.-Much enthusiasm was
caused here by the news of the safe re-
turn of the Duke of Abruzzis north pole
expedition. A crowd gathered in the Place
Colonna and sang the royal hymn and cried
Long live Savoy and Long live the
King"
A number Of students In passing from a
church meeting cried Long live the Pope
King" The crowd responded with shouts
of Long live the King" and Down with
the priests" A row resulted and the po-
lice were compelled to intervene. Several
of the students were wounded. number
of arrests were made.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
EDUCATIONAL.
BUSINESS COLLEGE.

FINN = EIGHTH AND STS
Established 1876. Day or Night
Session. SIS year. Business Shorthand. Type
writing. se5-3mo. EN-
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
THE MONTANA REPUBLICANS.
A Full Ticket Nominated Mt the State
Convention.

HELENA. Mon. Sept. 6.-The Repub-
lican State convention adjourned today
after placing the following ticket in the
field:
Representative. S. C. Murray, of Mis-
soula; Governor, David E. Folsom, of
Meagher; Lieutenant Governor. A. ].
Bennett, of Madison; Secretary OF State.
A. n. Yoder, OF Silver Bow; Attorney
General, T. J. Porter. of Custer; State
Treasurer, Frank ]. Edwards. of Lewis
State Auditor C. C. Clarke. of Cascade;
Associate Justice. R. Won Tolbe. of Fer
gus: Superintendent of Public Instruction,
w E. Harmon, of Galatin.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07

Taotai OF the locality. having been dis
graced on the ground of unpopularity, has
been succeeded by Chan. Taotai of Annoy,
who will proceed to Chan-chow as soon as
the present troubles at Annoy are settled"
This is understood to mean as soon as
the Japanese marines have withdrawn
from that city.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07

is 4 deceptive dises.e-
thousands have II and don't
know Il II rou want quick
results you can make no
mistake BY using DR.. XII
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Silk skirts. S5.98.

Fortunate enough to buy a makers
sample line of ladies' silk underskirts
the best grade of'taffeta. They are
made with deep ACCORDION pleated ruf-
fies; finished with marrow ruifie at bot
tom; others are p.ade with small cord
ed ruffies; others with corded founces.
All of them have dust ruffies and are
In such shades as green, violet, auto
mobile. blue. cerise. etc. II we bought
thsm in the regular way they would
cost you $40. Choice for s. 98.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Notions very cheap.

1o9-yard spools Of black sewing silk;
Kings white and black Dasting cotton
and spool 20. N. T." darning cotton,
all for &C.
4c pair for 1Oc aluminium back corset
steels.
So pair for 15c best make dress
shields
4c for 1oc and 1ze feather stitched
braid, white and coIors
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
STATE TICKET COMPLETED.
CaIifornia Republicans Name Elect
orr and Representatives.

SANTA CRUZ, Cal. Sept. 6.-The Re
publican State convention adjourned to-
day after adopting platform that
strongly endorses the Administration and
after selecting electors and nominees fol
Congress. The platform, which was read
by Judge ]. Mckinley. of Los Angeles
endorses the National Republican plat
form and pledges its support to the tick
ct. 1t urges efforts for the early COM
pletion of the Nicaragua Canal, favors
storage of waters, forest preservation
legislation against land frauds. and the
prevention of alien immigration.
The following Congressional ticket was
chosen: First district. Frank l.. Coombs
Second, Samuel D. Woods; Third. Victor
II. Metcalf; Fourth, Julius Kahn; Fifth
Eugene F. Loud; Sixth, James McLach-
Ian; Seventh, James Needham. The last
five we're renominated.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
CHANG cHIH TUNe's APPEAL.
Urges That Great britain Hasten the
Peace Negotiations.

LONDON, Sept. IA despatch to the
Times from Shanghai, dated September
s. says that Viceroy Chang Chih Tung has
telegraphed an urgent appeal to Mr.. War
rem. the British Consul, urging that Great
Britain should not delay initiating peace
negotiations. He laid stress on the mag
nitude OF British trade interests in China,
which, he says will be seriously threat
ened II there is a continuance of disorder.
He refers to the activity OF the secret
societies and recent decline in trade. In
conclusion he declares that there are vital
reasons why Great Britain should forth
with take the lead in arranging a settle
ment.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
A COMMISSION PROBABLE.
One May Be Sent to China on n Dip
Iomatic Mission.

It was admitted at the State Department
yesterday that the President is consider
ing the appointment of a commission to
go to China and represent the United
States in all diplomatic negotiations.
Already, it is understood, Acting Sec
retary Hill, of the State Department. has
been asked 10 head the proposed commits
sion. The other members decided upon,
according to the report, are ex-senator
Edmunds of Vermont, and the Hon. John
Foster, ex-Secretary Of State.
The State Department yesterday after
noon bulletined the following statement in
regard TO the alleged interview with Spe-
cial Commissioner Rockhill now at Shang-
hal:
"a cablegram has been received from
Mr.. W. W. Rockhill, dated Shanghai, Sep
tember 3, in which he authorizes the De-
partment to deny emphatically and cate
gorically the statements made in certain
newspapers relating to IN interview al
legged TO have been given by him. The
only interview he has ever given related
strictly to the circular of July 81
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
PROGRESS OF THE STORM.
Rough Weather Reported on the
East Coast of Florida

JACKSONVILLE, Bla.. Sept 6.-For
three days heavy rain and wind have pre-
vailed here, being the forerunner OF the
usual September equinoctial gale. Whlie
the wind so far has not been over twenty ,
five miles per hour here. yet the signal
service tonight reports that the storm Is
moving north.
In the southern portions OF the state ana
on the east coast the wini has been heavy,
blowing at the rate of forty miles per
hour at Jupiter tonight. This afternoon 1t
blew at the rate OF forty-eisbt miles. All
along the east coast the sea is rough. with
a heavy surf.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
csc wrappers, 69C.

You ought to buy two and three OF
these at clip, for they are indeed the
best wrapper values for many days;
embrace indigo blue pattern; have ruff
fies over the shoulder; braid trimmed
and. unlike low-price wrappers. they
are full in width and full length. Green
Ticket Price is 69c.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
INSPIRED BY SALISBURY.
British Premier's Hand in Germany's
Reply to Russia.

LONDON, Sept. THE Standard de-
clares that the policy of Germany as out
lined in the report of Mr.. Jackson, the
American Charge d'Aflaires, at Berlin, to
the Government at Washington, has the
concurrence of and was probably initiated
by Lord Salisbury. who wished rroviso
for the punishment of Prince Tuan and
others, but some of the Continental Gov
ernments thought this not feasible.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
TO REDUCE OCEAN TRAFFIC.
Advance in Coal May Diminish Num-
Der of Steamship Voyages.

PARIS, Sept. 6.-''La Libre Parole" pub
fishes, with reserve, a despatch from Mar
settles, asserting that five of the great
steamship lines are negotiating with a
view to diminishing the number of voy-
ages by about cne-half
1t is stated that they are taking this
step because OF the advance In the price
of coal. If an agreement is reached part
OF the Joint feet will be placed out of
commission and many employees will have
to be dismissed.
Those companies having mail contracts
with the United States Government, the
despatch adds, have entered into nagotia-
tions with that Government in accordance
with the contemplated change.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Sl.50 shirt waists, 47C,

The demand for wash waists con-
tinues because the weather still re-
quires the thlnnest of clothing. II you
do not really need more waists 1t will
pay you to buy these handsome white
India linons, check nainsooks; some
with tucked fronts; waists which sold
I'D to 81 so for 47c
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07

Company C. Eleventh Regiment. U. S. A,
did not finish.
Those who will compose the American
team to shoot for the Palma trophy were
selected tonight by General Spencer. There
viii be two New York men. Sergt. B. B.
McAlpin and Corporal H. Daube. Others
are Capt Walter C. Whittemore. Private
w. G. Hudson. Capt. C. II. Springsted,
Private William Hayes, ard Lieut. William
Martin, of New Jersey. and Private C.
McC. Taylor and Lieutenant Farrow, Of
Washington.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
SPECIAL NOTICES.
ATTENTION. HOUSE OWN

ATTENTION. HOUSE OWNERS.
We can rent your house this month.
We never rented as many houses as dur
ing the past two weeks, and the demand
continues. Send particulars of your
vacant house at once and receive our
check the day 1t is rented. STONE C
FAIRFAX, SOC F st. NV. se5-3t
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
A REAL PLEASURE,

at is a pleasnr. to sell Chamberlain's Collie,
Cholera, and Dianhoea Remedy" writes the
'becauss il always gives our trade complsts satis
faction 1t is our leader for bowel COM
plants" This Is the only remedy that never fails
and that is pleasant and safe TO take When
reduced with water and sweetened children Ike
1t. For sale by Henry Evans, Wholesale and re-
TAIL and all druggists.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Ocean Steamship Movements.

NEW YORK. N. Y. Sept. 6.-Arrived;
Patricia, Plymouth. Arrived out: Spaarn-
dam, from New York at Rotterdam; Kali
ser Frederick. from New York at Che
tourg; European, frompNew York at Lon
don; Pennsylvania, from New York at
Hamburg.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
I9c towels, lzIc.

About 200 dozen assorted Towels con-
sisting OF double twisted thread Turk
ish Towels. pure linen hemmed huck
towels, hemstitched and knotted
fringe damask towels; none Of which
you can buy for less than 1sc choice
for 121-2c
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
THE FIGHT AT BoHoL.
General Macarthur Cables Details to
the War Department..

The following despatch relating TO an
engagement In the Philippines was re-
ceived at the War Department yesterday:
"Details outbreak Bohol develop.
Pedro Samson, commandante police,
left the Agbilaren ostensibly to in
spect police various towns; this he did
until heard from in Carmen with fol-
lowers threatening attack garrison at
Ubay. Two detachments ordered Car
men found town peaceful. No trace
of insurrection. Detachment 27 men
under First Lieutenant Leyaek. Au-
gust 81 were attacked near Carmen by
12o bolomen, latter nearly annihilat-
ed; over 100 killed. Our loss as IRE
yiousiy reported. Movement on inte-
rior now IN progress.
"MARTHUR."
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Window shades, I0c.

Felt Window Shades in all coIors;
mounted on patent spring rollers; 2
yards long and 1 yard wide; all fix
lures complete for 10c today.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Gowns, 33c.

Lot of ladies' good muslin gowns,
with yokes Of fine tucks. with trimmed
ruffies and full in length: the 59c sort;
Green Ticket Price, 33c.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
A steamer,s BoiIcr Bursts.

VIENNA, Sept. 6.-There was an ex-
plosion today aboard the Servian steamer
Negotin on the lower Danube. The boiler
burst and the vessel sank. The captain
and twelve others were drowned.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07

The company team match furnished ex-
citing sport. 1t was open to teams of five
from any company of the National Guard
of any State, or the United States Army.
or of any foreign Government Ten shots
at 200 and 800 yards were permitted. The
prizes were: First, $50. second. $25; third.
$40. Besides each member of the winning
team will receive a gold medal. Scores:
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Bleached cotton. sic.

Two cases of the celebrated "Square
Deal" Bleached Cotton: fui! yard wide
and worth &c sysrd for 5 1-2c yara aror
Green Ticket Sale.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Corset covers. &c.

600 ladies' muslin corset covers; fin
ished with felled seams; all sizes; the
regular II 1-2c cover; for &c.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Lace curtains, 69c.

Handsome Nottingham Lace Cur
tains; 2 1-2 yards wide and yards
long; with overlooked edges; GER
tainly worth 81 pair, for 69c pair for
Green Ticket day.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Window shades, 49c,

Scotch Linen Window Shades: in all
colors; trimmed with 1-2-inch fringe
and 3-inch inserting to match; spring
rollers: fixtures complete; instead of
75c for ACC.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Apron gingham. SIC.

Today for Green Ticket Sale we
shall sell Amoskeag Apron Gingham.
cut from the piece for I-2c yard; we
shall not sell TO dealers.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Bleached crash. 3zc.

Bleached Cotton Crash: IS aches
wide; the best quality which sells for
Sc yard; to go for 3 7-sc yard as a spe-
cial Green Tieks. Bargain.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
SYMPTOMS OF THE PLAGUE.
Three Norwegian Sailors III at Aber
deem. Scotland,

LONDON, Sept e.-Three Norwegian
sailors belonging TO tae Trawler Hern
of Bergen have become i'll at Aberdeen.
showing symptoms of bubonic plague.
The health officer of that port expresses
hope, however, that the outbreak will
prove not to be the plague.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
India Iinon. I0c.

4O-inch White India Linon; the good
quality which usually sells for 15e
yard; Green Ticket price. 10c yard.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07

II you are tired taking the large oid-fashioned
gripping pills, try Carters Little Liver Pills and
take some comfort. i man can't stand every
thing One pill dose. Try them.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Fall Jackets. S2.%.

Lot of ladies' fail-weight jackets: Of
desirable and stylish materials; FASH
io2able effects: instead of 81 for s2.4S.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
BRYAN THROUGH PHoNoGRAPH

District Democrnts VIII Henr
Speeches of the Nebraskan.
Phonograph speeches of William Jen-
nings Bryan will be the feature Of the
meeting Of the District Of Columbia DEM
ocratic Association which will be held to-
night at their headquarters, e04 Pennsyl-
vania Avenue, An invitation 70 all Demo-
Gratis to be present at tbs meeting Is eI-
tended by the association.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY

Take Laxative Bromo Quin.ne Tablets. All
druggists refund the money II 1t fails to cure.
E. W Groves signature is on each box 21e-
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
Ksnrsr DoIoco Department Stores,
NiHS dldNC 8l2-Sl4 7th ST. us Market Space
Kings Palace unparalleled
Green Ticket bargains.

Again today these will be turned busiest of
beeves for thousands will respond to these
Every lot that be displayed has been put green
price, mark indicating the bargain.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
KIDNEY
TROUBLE

gers Swamp Root. the great kidney remedy.
Al druggists IN fifty-cent and dollar sizes Sam
pie bottle by mail free; also pamphlet telling you
how 20 find out il you have kidney troubls.
Address DR.. kilmer Co.. Binghamton, N. Y.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-09-07
WILL NOT PROSECUTE.
The Bothn Charge of High Treuson
Dropped.

CAPE TOWN, Sept. e.-The attorney
general, after considering the evidence
in the case, has declined to prosecute Mr..
Botha. the colleague of Mr. Sauer, ex-
commissioner of public works, on the
charge of high treason.
Mr.. Botha will now attend the sessions
of parliament
New-York tribune., 1900-03-17
NO ONE TURNED AWAY.

superintendent William c. Yorke OF the civ lodg-
ing house. in First-ave., between Twenty-thrd and
Twenty-fourth sts., told Tribune reporter yester-
day that nobody turned away in the storm OF
Thursday night. through lack of accommodation.
There were only 249 applicants for shelter" said
Mr.. Yorke, and accommodate 346 The
number Of men would have been larger II it had not
been that many stayed out in the hope OF getting
a job at shoveng snow. 1t might interest char
itably disposed New-Yorker to know that many OF
our lodgers are willing 10 work at shovelling snow
or anything else but they are not properly clad and
particularly in need of shoes Last wear hun
dreds of our dodgers got work shovelling snow and
came back here with frozen toes and fingers Cast
off clothing and shoes would be very acceptable
just now"
New-York tribune., 1900-03-17
NORTHERN TRAINS DELAYED.

Saratoga, \. Y, March 1.-THE snowstorm that
began last evening still continues. Twenty inches
Of snow fell inside Of fifteen hours
Whitehall, \. V, March 16.-A severe snowstorm
is prevailing throughout the Champain Valley. 1t
began on Thursday afternoon. accompanied by high
northerly winds. Nearly twelve inches of snow has
fallen The storm abating at noon. Through
trains from Montreal to New-York will be consid-
erably delayed.
Plattsburg. N Y. March 16.-A snowstorm set in
over the Adirondacks last night and still continues,
about ten inches OF having fallen. Trains are
delayed from three to five hours. There is now
about four feet or the level in the open
country and between five and six feet in the woods
making numbering almost impossible. There is
danger OF foods II sudden thaw sets in.