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The age-herald., 1900-02-27
ON THE RACE TRACK.
At New Orleans

New Orleans, February 26LThere was a carnival crowd at the race track today. Favorites were in better form, and Sir Christopher and Koenig both justified the expectations of their packers. Nekarnis came to life in the fifth race and the stable of Dunn & Davis, his owners, was suspend ed pending an Investigation. The sensation of the day was the win of the Duchess of York at 100 to in the last race. The track was fast.
 First Race-Seven furlongs, selling, Miss Dede, 1O5 (MitchelD, 6 to and to g. won, all out by a nose; Right Bower, 11O (Frost), Ii to and even, second: Ben Chance, 1O5 O. Mdller), 40 to 1, third. Time. 1:291k.
 Second Race-Six furlongs Sir Chris topher, 1021k (MitchelD, to and even. won, all out by a neck; Cherry Head. 9s GA. Weber,, to and to 1, second; Acushla. 100 GIT. Wilson,, 12 to 1, third. Time, 1:15.
 Third Race-Mile and one-sixteenth. Koenig. 106 0Boland), ? to 1 and to 5. won easily by length and a half; Loyalty, 1o1 G. Rose), to and 9 to 1second; King Elkwood, 1O1 (ADcJoynt), 2 to 1, third Time. 1:49A.
 Fourth Race-Mile and one-quarter, han dicap. Strangest, 94 (Talley), 12 to 1 and 5 to 1, won easily by a length and a half; Donna Rita, 103 (MitchelD. to 1. second i; Barataria, 113 (Boland), 13 to 5. third. Time, 2:0S
 Fifth Race-One mile selling. Nekarnis, Ill (Clawson), 2 to 1 and 5 to 2, won easily by two lengths; Agitator, 112 (McJoynD, P to 1, and to l. second; Racebud, 1O6 (Tal- ley), to l, third. Time 1:41.
 Sixth Race-Six and one-half furlongs. Duchess of York, 105 (HothersofD. 100 to 1 and 40 to 1, won by length in hard drive: Palarm, 115 Cwinkfeld) 12 to and to l, second Banker Green, 194 (IA Jackson), F to l. third. Time 1:22%.
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
Root yYants Onfck Action

Washington, Februady R6.-See. Root today sent to the senate letter from Gen. eral Davis, with a petition from Porto Ri- cans, asking for free trade with the United Sta'tes. In the letter, which is dated San Juan, February IA. General Davis says: T transmit five petitions, which are signed by several hundred tobacco merchants, growers and manufacturers, asking for free trade realtdons with the United States, so that some market may be found for not only the surplus crops of 1898 and 1899, but also for the maturing crop of 1900
 'The surplus referred to as available for export is about 1,50OOO0 pounds, and the portion of the maturing crop which will not be required for local consumption is estimated at about 100000 pounds
 "In my frequent reports to the depart ment have very fully stated the gravity of the industrial situation. I can not in any words at my command overstate the urgency and gravity of the industrial pa- ralysis now existing in Porto Rico"
 After giving resume of the existing con- ditions, he adds:
 ,"rhe only remedy for the industrial con- dition can suggest is the opening of mar kets for accumulated surplus of productions and the establishment of such trade con- ditions, by congressional legislation, as will give confidence to investors and encourage the development of the natural resources Until this is done, the paralysis must con- tinue and the poor and helpless in increas- ing numbers must be fed or they will starve to death."
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
PORTO REGAIN BILL
 TO BE MODIFIED Republican Leaders Have Agreed
 on a Plan. FURTHER TARIFF REDUCTION Bill Will Also Be Made Temporary in It's Character and Remain in
 Force Until General
 Law is Framed
FURTHER TARIFF REDUCTION

Washington, February 26-The republi- can leaders, after am hours consultation with Speaker Henderson today over the Porto Rican tariff bill, announced ernphati- cally that tle ball would be modified and as modified it would be passed. The changes which the leaders have decided upon are further reduction of duties to be levied upon American goods imported into Porto Rico and upon Porto Ricar goods to the United States from 25 pe1 cent. of ithe American tariff as provided in tine bill to 10 per cent.
 This bill is also to be made temporary 1T its character. It is only to continue 1T force until general flaw for raising reve nue for the dslamd can be framed.
 Representative Tawney, of Minnesota the republican whip, after canvassing the situation, said that only five republicans votes would be cast against the compro- mise measure.
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
Business at a StandstiIl

New York. February 2e.-A dispatch to the Herald from San Juan, Porto Rico, says:
 Governor General Davis insists upon his opinion on the subject of Porto Rican trade given in his testimony before the senate and house committees that Porto Ricans have as good moral right to enjoy trade privileges as the Hawaiians. Prominent persons believe the distressing financial situation calls for speedy action by the gov- ernment.
 Business is at a standstill Exports and imports are paralyzed. awaiting a solution of the tariff problem. The labering classes are suffering from the consequent want of work American capital is undecided about investment because of the lack of stable form of government"
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
MlSERlES OF DYSPEPSIA.
That Most Common of Ills Dr. Harter's Iron Tonic = A Ready,
 Rational Cure.

"One-half the people in the world suffer from weak stomachs,' is 8 common say ing and true one. Are you one of the suffering half? Have you variable ap- petite, nausea, "gnawing at the pit of the stomach" belching, heartburn, loss of flesh, sleeplessness, etc? The list of symp- toms is long one.
 Do you want a cure-not a temporary re- spite to be followed by a renewed and re- enforced attack, but a cure for once and all? Then go straight to the seat of the sickness-the blood.
 pr Harters Iron Tonic purifes the blood gives 1t the power to nourish the vital or gans-4gves zest and appette-puts the stomach into a healthful condition. It cures chlls and ague.
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 Read this from one grateful lady:
 Dallas, Tex, Dec. II, 1S97 ''News, Dallas: Gentlemen-I have used Dr. Harter's Iron Tonic, and find it is the best medicine that I ever used for indiges- tion and biliousness, loss of appetite and general debility. I freely recommend it to those suffering from such complaints.
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The age-herald., 1900-02-27
SEWALL DENIES
That He Believes the Democratic Party
 Will Lose

Washington, February 26.-Arthur Sewall, Who was the democratic candidate for vice president in 1S96 paid his respects to Presi- dent Mckinley today. MT. Sewall has been to Hawai- on his way to the Philippines, but was prevented from continuing his journey by the plague outbreak He de- nied recent interview dn which he was quoted as forecasting the defeat of the democratic party this year. T don't say any thing of that kind without qualifica- tion," MT. Sewall said. 'T believe in ex pansion i'm a certain way. I believe in keeping Porto Rico and Hawaii and ex- tending to them every law of the United States. Make them territory of this coun- try without discrimination as to tarif or other laws I also want to keep the Phdl- ippines, but think we should ultimately establish republic there, with our pro- lection extended over it.o
The age-herald., 1900-02-27

You know what happens to a sewer when it becomes clogged, don't you?
 Do you know what happens to the human system when the kidneys become clogged They are unable to throw out the impuri- ties from the blood, and become infected with pcdsons; they decay, fall apars and pass out in the urine the blood, unfiltered carries the poison an through tine system and if not checked death follows. The kidneys are sewers of the human system
 When your kidneys are not doing their Work, some of the symptoms which prove 1t to you are pain or dull ache in the back excess of uric acid, gravel, rheumatic pains, sediment of the urine, scanty supply scalding irritation in passing it, obliged to go often during the day and to get up many times during the night to empty the bladder seeplessness, nervous irrbta bilmy, dizziness irregular heart, brea thlessness, sallow, unhealthy complexion, puffy or dark circles under the eyes, sometimes the feet, limbs or body bloat loss of ambition, general weakness and debility
 When you are sick or feel badly" no matter what yeu think the name of your disease is, the first thing you should do is to afford add to your kidneys by using Dr. kflmer's Swamp-Root, the great kidney remedy.
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 Perhaps you are in doubt about your kid neys and want to find out. Here's a sim pie test. Take from your urine when you arise in the morning about four ounces; pace 1t In glass bottle and let it stand
The age-herald., 1900-02-27

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The age-herald., 1900-02-27
MOBILE CARNIVAL 4 GREAT SUCCESS Emperor Felix Il. Has Arrived and the City is Full of
 Revelry.

Mobile, Ala, February %.-The carnival of Mobile opened today with the arrival of Emperor Felix H., who was welcomed by Mayor Rush, attended by the city coun- cil and escorted by the blue tackles of the cruiser Detroit and the local military, the fire department, the police force, etc. The key of the city was presented in Bten- vile square, which was decorated mag nificently Tonight the city was brilliantly illuminated with electric lights The Krewe of CyrenIacs paraded with seven floats, illustrated poetic fanciee. The society ball followed. Felix H. held court at night in one of the prominent theaters and was crowned supreme dictator. The coronation was succeeded by grand costume ball. The attendance of visitors to the carnival is very large, and tr1e weather ds perfect.
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
VAUGHN AND BUCKLEY
In Washington Consulting Mark Hanna
 Regarding Alabama Politics

Washington, February 26.-(Special)- United States Attorney Vaughn, of Bir- ming,ham and Postmaster c. W. Buckley of Montgomery are now tn Washington to consult with Chairman Mark Hanna, Sec retary Charles Dick, of the republican na- tional committee, and the president re garding republican affairs in Alabama.
 Postmaster Buckley predicts Morgans re- election.
 A bill was sent to the house by Secretary of War Root today paying claims for dam ages done by troops during the Spanish American war which contains an appropri- ation of $1S,S45 for cit;zcns occ Alabama.
 "A postofIice has been established at Hes tie, Wilcox county, Alabama
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
SUPPOSED DYNAMITERS
Two Suspicious Characters Arrested i5ts By Mobile Authorities

Mobile. Ala. February 26.-The police ar rested this morning l.. Cohen, John Will Jams and w. III. Hall, believed to be the men who overpowered the night watchman and attempted to dynamite the safe of the American door and sash factory in New Orleans. In valise belonging to the men was found nitro-glycerine, dynamite, time fuses, pincers, skeleton keys, jimmies and other high-grade burglar tools. Cohen says he is moulder and Williams Is an en- gfneer. The police had a tip and found the men in bed dn boarding house on lower Government street
The age-herald., 1900-02-27

The people. he safd would rally to the standard of the great Nebraskan who. in 1898, had announced that imperialism would endanger the life of the republic. There was no disposition to dodge the issue. The platform of 1896 would be re-affirmed, with the declaration of independence added. MT. Jett, of Illinois, MT Johnson, of Illinois, and MT. Noonan, of Illinois, spoke briefly against the measure. The latter devoted himself to the constitutional question in vo1ved.
 MT. Reeder of Kansas, MT. Graham. of Pennsylvania, and MT. Wilson of Arizona, closed the debate for the day the two former in support and the latter in opposi- tion to the btll.
 At 5:15 p. m. the hous adjourned.
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
EXPLOSION IN A MINE
Two Men Are Fatally Burned, and 8 Third Maimed For Life

Houston, Tex, February 8.-A special from Eagle Pass to the Post says:
 "A terrible explosion occurred in Dolch coal mines near this city at an early hour this morning, in which three miners, Jesus Martinez, Antonio Garcia and Francisco Gonzales, received fatal injuries and a number of others were severely burned The men had been lowered into the mine and had not taken the precaution to have a gas tester with them. The explosion which followed their entrance into the mime enveloped them in flames, with the result that the miners manned will die from their injuries and the others will be mairned for life. Do1ch mine has but one shaft, and it is a miracle that hundreds of min CTS entombed escaped with their lives
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
Republicans Hold a Meeting

New Decatur February 26.-(Special.)- The republicans of New Decatur met at the mayors office Saturday night and selected delegates to the county convention, which meets here next Saturday.
 The delegates selected were Charles Bar rett, Thomas Turner Tom Roberts, Dock Bailey, colored, Crawford Hooks, colored Dave Mcdonald, colored. The delegates selected from Decatur were Captain J. B. Hinds, John Booker, A. G. Bethard, Ald- ridge. colored, c. P. Sykes, colored, Wm. Wilkinson, colored. R. Milan, colored, Charles Milan, colored, H. V. Carbin. col ored.
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
Mrr. Thomas James Dead

Decatur, February 26.-(Special.) .)-Word was received here yesterday of the death of Mrs. Thomas James, at Shannon, Miss. Friday. She was daughter of Rev John S. Marks, of this city.
 MT. Marks and his two daughters, Mrs. Sam Ridgeway and Mrs. John L. Halsey, all of this city. attended the funeral, which took place at Shannon, Miss.
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
Prominent Citlzen Dead

New Decatur, February 26.-(Specia1.) J. James P. Rognon died Saturday and the funeral took place from the Westminster Presbyterian church yesterday at 2:3O o'clock. The religious services were con- ducted by Rev. J. W. Willoughby at the church, and the Knights of Pythlas and Grand Army of the Republic oficiated at the burial, which took place in Oak Hill Cemetery. ...4
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
Naval Academy Items

Washington, February 26.-The house ma val committee to-day agreed on the naval academy items of the naval appropriation bill. The most important provision is one giving $350, 900 to begin work on the exten- sive project for new cadet quarters The total cost is Iimhed to $2,5OO 900. The total academy appropriations for this year are SGT, ,5OO
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
enate Confirmations

Washington, February 26-The senate to-day confirmed the following nomina- tions: To be major general by preve.: Brig adler General Harrison Gray Otis, U. s. w., to be brigadier general by brevet; Colonel O. Summers, Second Oregon volunteer in- fantry; Colonel H. C-Kessler, First Mon tana volunteer infantry.
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
Many Destructive storms

London, February 26.-Recent storms have caused great damage among the outlying islands of the Shetlands, at the north of Scotland, where it is reported fourteen wrecks and several life buoys have been picked up.
The age-herald., 1900-02-27

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The age-herald., 1900-02-27
DR. Y. E. HOLLOWAY SPECIALIST PRIVATE DISEASES

Most men fail in business by trying to do too many things. To be sue.
 cessful every one should select some one special business, and to that devote his whole time and attention. For the past thirteen years in the city of Bir- mlngham. Ala. l have treated exclu-
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
Quay in | Iurida

Waycross, Ga.. February 26.-United States Senator Quay and family occupying a private car, passed through Waycross to- day en route to St. Lucie. Fla.
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
GENERAL DEBATE
 AGAIN EXTENDED Some Spicy CoIIoquies at YeSter-
 days Session. LITTLEFlELD WAS POPULAR A Democrat Proposed His Name as Candidate For Vice-President on Mckinley Ticket-Preaches
 Democratic Doctrine
LITTLEFlELD WAS POPULAR

Washington, February 26.-The general debate upon the Porto Rican bill was to- day extended until tomorrow night. h. terest centered in the conferences which were going on among the republican lead CTS and the dissenting republicans in their efforts to compromise their differences up- on the bill. The speakers today were: Messrs. Boutel, of Illinois; Brown, of Ohio; Mondell, of Wyoming; Graham, of Penn- sylvania, and gReeder, of Kansas, for the bill and Merrs. Bartlett, of Georgia; Lam ham, of Texas; Moon, of Tennessee; Wilt jams, of Illinois; Johnson, of West Virgin ia southerland, of Nebraska; Jett, of Illi- nois; Noonan, of Illinois, and Wilson, of Arizona, against it.
 When MT. Payne preferred the request for the extension of the time, MT. Richardson, the democratic leader, said:
 ''This is a remarkable request to come from the majority. We construe 1t to be a frank and candid confession that they have brought here a bill and an admission in open house to the country that they have not votes enough to pass it..
 The democrats, he continued, were always magnanimous. They would not strike their foes when they were down, and they were not disposed to take advantage of the pitt able situation on the other side of the aisles. Still they felt some term should be imposed, and he demanded as conditions to an extension, a night session tomorrow night and permission to offer substitute in the house on Wednesday when the final vote was to be taken. With these "condi- ttons," he remarked blandly, the minority would grant the ''entreaty'' of the majori-
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
Anprecia. ed the Gensrosltx


 MT Payne smiliingly replied that he ap- preciated the "generosity'' of the other side and not to be outdone in magnanimity, he would agree to the conditions.
 MT Bartlett of Georgia then took the floor, with half an hours speech against the bill. He laid down as an elementary principle of international law that whenever a country, whether empire, monarchy. or republic, acquired territory by conquest purchase or treaty, that territory became a part of such country, and subject to her laws
 There was one consolation, he said, for those who believed this bill was uncon- stitutional Whatever congress admitted, however they might trim down or override the sections of the consti- tuition, there was a court which was the greatest that ever sat upon a bench, and would if guided by prior decisions of that grand tribunal, hold to the indestructib1e principles of the constitution, which were our only safety and hope for the perpetu- ation of the republic.
 MT. Lanham. Texas. in opposing the either Americans or aliens There could be
  the immunities and privileges of American citizenship. The inhabitants of the island, he insisted, were entitled to unrestricted free trade with the United States. If an imperial policy was set up, it could but end in the downfall of the republic
 Williams Opposed the Bnl
 MT. Williams, of Illinois, opposed the bill. In the course of his remarks he said the president and MT. Littlefield were in accord bill. and he suggested the gentleman from Maine as good running mate on the ticket with Mckinley.
 ''But he has no barrel" observed a demo- crat
 "He has barrel of brains," retorted MT. Williams.
 Would you vote for your vice-presiden- tial candidate?" asked MT. Cannon. repub- Ican, of Illinois.
 ''h voted the republican ticket" replied MT. Williams, "I would find some conrsola- tion for the crime in voting for the gentle man from Maine democratic applause). There is good deal of democracy in what he psreaches.''
 the bill
 MT. Mondell, republican, of Wyoming. said he was at first disposed to believe that both sentiment and expediency demanded free trade with Porto Rico, but he was now prepared to give the bill his support
 Mir. Sutherland, populist, Nebraska, de- clared that the anti-imperialists were anx- ious to join their opponents upon the issue
The age-herald., 1900-02-27
He Wasn't Croo,sed

From the Baltimore American. Dobbs-That fellow Frootz is great grafter.
 Bobbs-I never noticed 1t.
 Dobbs-He is, though. He's fruit rais- CT.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1900-11-17
IRRIGATION CONVENTION.
Two Important Subjects 10 Come
Before the Irrigation Conycn-
ton ut Chicago.

Washington, Nov 1.-Two import.
ant subjects TO be discussed by the
Irrigation convention, at Chicago,
next week, and TO be urged on con-
gress this session, for appropriation,
are projects for the irrigation of the
arid lands Of the Milk River valley In
Montana and for furnishing big res.
srvoir plant for the Pima and Mari
copa Indians In the Gina region In
Arizona. The first project is calcu-
lated to cost about $2,0O0000 alto.
gether. Already the submits Of the
Rockies djacent TO the Canadian bor-
der have been surveyed to ascertain
the area tributary TO this point OF
diversion OF water. 10 In stated that
probably half u million acres Of the
arid lands In the Milk River valley will
BE- reached II the project Is executed,
In the Arizona project II IL pro.
posed to build about fifty miles up
The river, beyond the present reserva-
uon, reservoir costing In the neigh
borhood Of SI,500,000 which will sup
ply not only these once prosperous,
pnt now distressed Indians, but NJ
well large area OF public lands cal.
cul0ted TO pay the cost OF the entire
project