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$40 Al
From the six acres he gathered two hundred
three cents pound for the seed cotton, which
Ia liberal valuation, the crop gathered was
worth seven dollars and twenty cents. The
loss on the six acres was twenty-five dollars
give close attention to his duties as porter in
one OF the educational institutions here and
will not farm this year.
COLLECTION OF COOL SPEAKERS.
Friday evening last the annual celebration
season opened In Due West, This was the oc
casion of tbe semi-apnual celebration OF the
Philomathean Literary Society OF Erskine
College. The exercises were presided over by
Mr.. James r. Young. the president OF the 50
ihe president sat Mr.. J. l. Brownlee and Mr.
r. E. Grier, who, with the presiding officer
made up the committee Of decision. First
Antreville. =. c., whose subject was, The Bat
tie Flag Unfurled. He was followed by Mr.
John Miller of Camden, Ala, on Our Imperial
Republic IN War and in Peace sy The ,.u Closed d
Blackstock, s. c. Patriotic Dixie Land was
the subject OF the defamation OF Mr.. ]. P
Snipes OF Mississippi.
The young speakers were cool and collected
and their efforts left pleasant impression
upon the large audience present.
IN MEM0RlAM.
The senior oration was delivered by Mr.. E.
N. Orr Of Corsicans, Texas. His subject, In
Memoriam. was exceedingly appropriate hav
ing reference to the recent decease Of Eng
lands beloved ruler. Though prepared in 3
very short time 1t was finished Grafton and
a beautiful tribute to the dead. AS an orator
Mr.. Orr stands among the first on Erskine's
roll.
WHO WAS RIGHT?
Debate: Subject. Resolved that the allied
powers would be justifiable in dismembering
China.
Afirmative-G. w. Hanna, Gastonla, N. G.
r. B. Pharr, Charlotte, N. G.
Negative-J. w. Good, Fayetteville, Tenn
W. P. Robinson, Lancaster. 3. c.
The debate was good one. The debaters
bad made thorough preparation for the con.
test and went at IL In q business like way.
Many good points we're made and the posi-.
tions taken by the debaters were supported
by strong array OF arguments. Not an oppor.
tunity was lost to further the interest OF
either side. The earnestness Of the speakers
added interest to their debates. Some OF the
audience decided the debate in favor OF the
affirmative, others in favor of the negative.
The judges decided in favor OF the affirm.
alive. Delightful music Was furnished by
the orchestra of DR.. E. H. Edwards.
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A man wise in his own conceit in
variably exposes his lack Of common
sense, and subjects himself to the
ridicule and cnntempt of the truly
truly wise.
Take our word for it-humane men
or women-if you could sec one day of
battl eyou would pray Almighty God to
hasten the coming of peace on earth.
Believe that when things are going
against YOU is the time to apply in
your conduct and feelings the princi-
pes you may have been preaching to
others.
Believe in your beliefs-believe in
them with all your might--but believe
in the honesty of other men who may
not agree with your beliefs.
Never givethe tongue its full liberty,
but always keep it under control.
Every hour comes with some little
fagot of Gods will fastened upon its
back.
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II you want your horses, hogs and cows TO
thrive through the spring begin now and give
Them Pratts Food. An ounce or preventive
is worth q pound OF cure For sale by Speed
Drug Co.
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MILL PEOPLES GRIEVANCES.

willie and what promp pts Us TO mention them is
we are sure they will be compiled with II
they were known to the proper ones. We
will ask the honorable Mayor and Council.
men TO give us three lights in our part OF
but three months in the year. and that would
cost very little; 1t is the mudest place In the
world. Think Of q lady who goes TO wor X be.
fore It Is light, has 10 wade through mud and
water work with wet feet all day. Come 10
the scratch, and be the true friends of mill
people,
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PAYING OFF.

Then this everlasting paying at the mill
Every body is digupted with it, We get paid
twice In month-that Ia twenty-four times q
year-but nobody can tell what week or day.
II could be remedied by paying off every two
weeks or once week. The latter would
please better and would be just and right.
as good men as ever get together. Our re-
quest will be granted If we just know each
other better. We could get along 80 much
better II the laborer could see some OF the
troubles OF his bosses, the vexations that
come up from day to day, his anxiety for
the welfare OF his company and the people
that work under him. II they could zee
these things they would sometimes think
different
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GOOD WORDS NEEDED.

Then. again. IL the bosses. superintendents Is
or presidents would look close, and when they
see a moor laborer doing his bt st. would TAXI Q
time TO tell him he appreciated his work how
good be would feel, how IL would Inspire him
TO better things.
good Lord will take care OF us ALL x
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r. vi. HADDON & CO.

In Due West on bis way from Abbeville to
his home at Gastonia, N. G. The Doctor has
many friends in Due West who are always
pleased To greet him.
THEOLOGICAL STUDENTS TO BE LECTURED.
Rev. John A. White. Of Blackstock, 3. c.,
will deliver q lecture TO the students OF the
Theological seminary In the A. r. P. church
Thursday night OF this week. Public cor.
daily Invited to attend. We can safely prom
lse that the lecture will be good one.
Mr.. Clarence Hagan and wife have settled
MCGEE, the father of Mrs. Hagan, on the road
from Due West to the brick house.
Mr.. Eugene Winn visited Dean Station In
Anderson county on pleasant mission last
Sabbath. Particulars will be given as time
passes on.
A pleasant "sociable" was given the young
people at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. John
smith last Friday night. Various amuse.
ments were INDUCED In and the time passed
rapidly until the hour for adjournment ar
rived.
Miss Mollie Cochran Ia teaching a good
school at Woodlawn. This school is within a
short distance Of brakes old field, famous
muster ground.
EXPERIENCE AT FARMING.
Due West has a colored farmer that Is a far
mer. He rented about six acres OF land last
year for which he was TO pay.-...-...."""Sl6 90
The ploW1Dg COST 50
flcRlng 70
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
THE EVENING TIMES WASHINGTON THURSDAY JANUARY "a

Scott to provide for the paving Of Fourth
Street, from U to " Streets northeast
After consideration of the proposed
amendment. the Commissioners have pre-
pared statement relative to the mat
ter, which they will forward 10 the com
mittee:
Fourth Street" they say. ''is the main
highway leading north from lexington
toward BrOOkland, and is now payed al
most TO U Street. The amendment pro-
poses to extend the pavement tc "
Street The amount named in the bill for
this pusJose-$6. .0C0-is believed to be in
sufficient, as 1t will require $1,000 to do
Inc work contemplated
IN preparing the annual estimates now
pending before Congress the claims of
this street were carefully considered, and
the conclusion was reached that other
streets were Of more relative importance
to the public than this one, and the Com
mlSsioners are still Of the opinion that
the streets named in the book o. estl-
mates should be provided for first. How
ever, if Congress differs from them n the
matter of the order in which the streets
should be improved and orders the paving
of the street in question. they will be very
glad to see that the work is properly exc
cuted-'
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new home for girls has not yet been def
nitely decided upon, IL is stated that il will
be Oh w Street, west Of -Four -eenth.
1t IS stated by the sister in charge Of
the House of Mercy that 1t will cost about
$500 10 open the proposed home. Part
of this gmount has already been contri-
buted by charitable persons in this city
The greater part of the amount cOntri-
bUted has been received in very small
sums. with the exception of three large
donations Some time ago a small sum
was raised at an entertainment given by
the preservation class at the Tea Cup
Inn. The amount received is still far be-
low the $1,000 needed ana those in charge
are making every EFFORT to raise the nee
essary fund.
Contributions for the establishment of
St Agnes Home will be received by Miss
Helen Chamberlin, 2206 Q Street. anf the
sister in charge of the House Of Mercy.
24oS K Street northwest.
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The Death REGARD

The following deaths for twenty-iour hours
were reported at the Health Department up 70
noon yesterday: Francis Silyers. 50 years; Anna
Harries, 50 years; Marion NJ Dement,, II years;
Mary A. Skidmore, Il years; MarceIeona v VIII
son, IS years; susan Pasco IS years; Harriet
L. Sears, "a years; Rose N. L. Taylor, IS years;
Annie Z. Loomis. 81 years; Nora Y Roth, 90
years; B. F Bruner As years; Mary Y. jackson,
As years; Alfred Hodge, Al years; Lewis Busher,
a years; Melindp J. BOwles, 48 years; Ormenda
R. Paige. AZ years; Charles H. Whitney, 81
years; Mary Jonea, 81 years; Rose J. Nelson, %
years; Lizzie Darnell 81 wears; Helen Tren-
holm, IS years; Charles Sims, p years; Mary
Williams, p year=; Mamie Dee. z years; John
Butler, p years: Helen r. Tilton, I3 years,
Annie TroVell years; Arthur SnowdeR. 6
months infant OF Carrie Jackson, months.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24

About 10 O'clock last night fire was discovered
in house occupied by r A, Nurdock, 227 Capt.
toI Avenue. Ivy City The blaze which was Of
unknown origin. caused loss estimated at $3.50,
ard damaged an adjoining house owned Uy Dr,
Shadd 10 the extent of 500 Policeman joyce OF
tbe Ninth precinct station discovered the fire as
he WAS patTOIling his beat and fastened to box
685. near by where he turned III an alarm Two
engine companies went TO the scene. The = IT
dock home Was already ablaze but the fre W.
confined principally to the lower floor OF the
dwelling The loss on both houses is covered
ty insurance.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
CADETS WIN AT BASKETBALL.
Corcorans Defeat the Gibraltar AtI-
Ietes in a Fast Game.

Ietes in a Fast Game.
The basketball teams of the Gibraltar
Athletic Club and the Corcoran Cadet
Corps played a fast game at Washington
Light Infantry Armory last night. When
time was called at the end OF the second
half the contest was victory for the
Cadets by d score OF to 3. The floor was
very slippery. and the players had con-
siderable difficulty in keeping their feet,
q condition Of affairs that marred the
play which otherwise might have been
faultIess.
Gibraltar showed 2 great improvement
since their decisive defeat by the Poto-
macs several weeks ago. but they lacked
the clever and consistent team work Of
the Cadets. who often passed the ball
from enc end Of The field TO the other
without apparent difficulty. The Gibral-
tar players. as rule followed the bail
closely. and numerous fierce scrimmage
were the result
For the Cadets, Heffner and Moriarty
together with Pearson, played good ball
Garner. of the Athletics, showed up well,
and did clever work in defending Gil
braltar's goal
Gibraltar was first to score, O'Hagan
making basket about Eve minutes after
play began The Cadets we're held on
even terms till near the end Of the first
half when Aastin and Zellz both made
goals. The half closed with the. score
/ to 2 in favor OF the Cadets In the
second half Mastin added two more
points TO the Cadets score by goal and
just before time was called Garner Sc
cured a goal from fee throw for the
Gibraltars.
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New National metropolitan English
Grand Opera Company, IN n Trovatore,'' even
ing
Columbia Theatre-"eAu on Account CT Eliza, -
afternoon and evening.
Lafayette square opera House-'.The Charity
Ball. evening
noon and evening.
Academy OF Music-s'The Conyict's Daughter .
afternoon and evening.
Kernan's Lyceum Theatre-"Jolly Grass
Widows afternoon and evening
The New Biiou---Royal BurIesquers," afternoon
and evening
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
NORTH Carolina Confederate veteran.

RALEIGH. N. c.. Jan. 24.-There are
now sixty-two camps OF Confederate vete-
rams il tEsis State and advices are that all
will be represented at the veterans con-
vention here January so This is the meet
ing which is to memOrialize the Legisla-
ture to increase pensions and also to in
crease the annual appropriation TO the
Soldiers Home and also provide for two
new dormitories at the latter. each to ac-
commodate fifty persons
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
Overcoat ThieveS az Worlz.

The loss Of three overcoats was reported at De
tective headquarters this morning. John F. Won
Nugge OF 233 Street northwest, reported that
a black cloth overcoat, with black velvet collar
was taken from his some time last night.
while Lucian Walters OF 12l3 Q Street northwest.
stated that his house was entered between I and
o'clock this morning and two overcoats were
taken
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
TO TRAIN GIRLS as SERVANTS
A New Industrial school Contem-
plated by Bishop Satteriee-

The establishment Of very worthy and
practical charity is contemplated by the
Right Rev. Henry I. Satterlee, Bishop OF
the Diocese Of Washington. It will con-
sist Of the founding of an industrial school
for the training as servants Of homeless
girls OF good character The Institu-
ton will be known as st Agnes
Home" and viii be under the immediate
supervision of the Right Rev Henry Y.
Satterlee and the sister new in charge Of
the House of Mercy at 2408 K Street
northwest.
The idea of establishing an Industrial
school for homeless girls of good char
acter was conceived about three years
ago, and resulted in the formation of what
is known as the preservation class, at the
Home of Mercy. The suggestion acted
upon was to organize for the care. pro-
lection and teaching of homeless girls.
In considering the matter It was decided
that II would be necessary to establish q
separate home for these girls. because 1t
is believed that it would not be we'll for
them to be kept with the class of women
who are cared for at the Home Of Mercy.
Although the location OF the proposed
TO PREVENT THE GRIP
laxative Rromo-Ouinine removes the cause.
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Anita Trueman's Free Lectures.

4 series of free public lectures viii be inaugu-
rated at typographical Temple tomorrow evening
by Miss Anita Trueman, who win take for her
first subject, The Three Orders Of Inspiration
Initiation Soul Communion The press Of
Boston and New York is very commendatory of
the Young woman's lectures. who though but
eighteen years of age, is said to display a re-
maEkable knowledge Of human nature and vast
amount Of erudition.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
r. 4 I.anis Associations Rail.

The first annual ball and entertainment OF the
R. A. Lanis Association of Steam and Hot Water
Filters VIII take place this evening at Masonic
Temple Those who attend assured Of spend
ing a pleasant evening for the members Of this
organization are known excellent entertain
ers. A feasure Of the entertainment viii be
address by John Swift organizer for the American
Federation o. Labor for the State of Minnesota
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
Engine and Mule CoIIided.

While responding TO false alarm Of fire turned
in last night about 5 O'Clock No Engine Com
pany coIlided with a mule at Third and F streets
southwest Alfred Petty was driving the mule
which WAS attached 10 cart. but escaped being
injured The leg OF the mule was broken and
Policeman Rhinehart Of the Fourth precinct shot
the animal shortly after the accident.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24

The Commissioners recently received
from Hon. J. J. Jenkins of the House OF
Representatives a letter asking for in
formation relative to the abandoned street
car tracks on P Street northwest, between
Fourth and Eleventh Streets. Represent
ative Jenkins forwards with his letter
complaint received from c. Woods Taylor
and requests a report on the same by the
Commissioners
The Commissioners decided to inform
Mr. Jenkins that the railway company eX-
poets to remove these tracks at a @ery
early date. Authority has been granted
to them by the Commissioners TO take up
the tracks and to restore the street pave
ments % the normal condition.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24

The VIII o. the late Col William A Cook,
dated December 3 1898. was fled today for pro
bate. By its terms the testator leaves his entire
estate TO his sson Charles Il. Cook
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
Her 1,rurk Brokea Omen.

Catherine Meyer, residing at 21s Ninth Street
northwest. says that somebody forced open her
trunk and stole the sum OF sS7 This was done,
she thiuLs Monday afternoon She discovered her
loss Yesterday morning Mrs Meyer : a cook
employed at the number given Yesterday she
called al headquarters and reported the theft.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24

Marriage licenses were issued today to: Frank
c. Kitchen and Lenoria B. Yeager; Joseph E
Poole and Lillian Myed. both Of Baltimore, Md;
Amos \. Sampson and Maggie Mary Jenkins.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
AFFAIRS OF THE DISTRICT
Bill TO Regulate Speed and Size Of
Street Cars.

Vehicles to Weigh Not Exceeding
Nine Tons and to Run Not Faster
tomobfIeS Also Made subject to Re
strictions of Il Similar Character.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24

The Commissioners have received from
Alexander T Hensey. of $40 F Street north
west. an application for permit to Jear
down and rebuild three partially erected
buildings on the northeast corner OF Co
lumbia and Adams Mill Roads Mr.. Hen
sey states in his letter Of application that
it is his wish to rebuild the houses IN
conformity with the proposed widening Of
Columbia Road
Il was decided today that the applica-
tion should be referred TO the District At
torney for his consideration and report.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
' the SAPOLIO ''s ss. "'' + t. s:.:, 's se:'' oss.
Cbt Gpeuina Cilrlrs
THURSDAY. JANUARY p. 1901

Rain and warmer tonight Friday rain proba-
bic with falling temperature; winds becoming
southerIy and shifting 70 northwesterIy, brisk on
the coast
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
The RaeIan.

The long, 1oose-ftting Coat. made
with slash pockets end SHOWN in pret-
" shades of Oxford, lined throughout
with very fine imported serge lin
ing. with silk sleeve Innings: sizes
from 81 TO 4 chest. These coats are
9a5o s3S seen at si5 and $500
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Mems OVercoafs.

Strictly all-wool. in blue and black
smooth Kersey cloth. wide French fac
ings and extra fine Farmers satin
Innings. frst-cIass work & q 20
manship. 4 good. honest
SO OyeTcoat at.............P " - -
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TIDE TABLE.

sun rose-.-..-7:l9 An sun sets--.---5-i0 P N
Noon rises-.--....---- Noon sets---.I0:II ?. n
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TEMPERATURE.
THE sun AND MOON.

Temperature at 8 a n-.....-.....-........... .
TenDerature at y g
Temperature at . P. m-.--.-..-...-..--.---..-. 81
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24

The Commissioners have received from
the Senate Committee a copy of ar
amendment To the District Appropriation
bill intended to be introduced by Mr..
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
Youths Suits.

This offer seldom occurs A lot OF
handsome Suits for young men, in fine
fancy cheviots. cassimeres. and wor-
steds, also the plain black and blue
cheyiots; perfectly tailored: sizes from
Il to 20 years; suits 4 O0
worth up 70 s10-00-will ssEs
be sold tomorrow at.... POsVV
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
IN AND ABOUT THE CITY.
Recovering From Typhofd Fever.
Marriage Licenses.

William ". Bride, who has been critically IL
with typhoid fever. is convalescing rapidly.
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
A. THIRTY CENTS ON TIE S.
Mems Suits.

Fifteen different styles to select
from, strictly all-woolen cheviots and
cassimeres, in pretty checks and
plaids. also six styles OF Fancy Striped
Worsteds. All perfectly tailored, with
fine italian Innings and wide French
facings. These are exceptional values.
and We do not hesitate G0 M
to say $500 would be W
cheap for such SUITS. QOsO6
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The lineup follows:

Club. 3. Time of halves-Tventy minutes. Goals
-Mastin ,; Zell. O'HaGan. Goals from free
throa-tlrner. Referee Mr.. Cloakey- Umpire
Mr. Robinson. Timers-4essrs Lotus and BouYet
Scorer-Sir. Baker.
The Washington Light Infantry basket
bell team. which has been undefeated this
season, will meet the five OF the Young
Mems Christian League of Baltimore in
the Washington Light Infantry Armory
Saturday evening Inasmuch as the yisi-
tors have the reputation of being the
fastest basketball team IN the Monumen-
tai City, a fast contest is expected The
following is the standing of the teams:
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Mems CyerCoafS.

500 of the very finest Gentlemen's
Overcoats: are the very latest foreign
effects. both in rough and smooth
cloths Blue black. and brown. Not
one worth less than $50, 90 On
and some as high as $25. NJ Sss
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
Mems Suits.

Mems Dress and fine Business Suits,
embracing sore Of the latest Scotch
and American cheviots. as well as
black and blue cheyiots; a very large
selection Of fine striped W0rsteds in
the newest patterns and designs, per
Isl f. @$s55. !, ,e=$ 55$i f.s5sa. 555 ;s S575
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24

All $3.50 and 5000 Suits. single
and double breasted cheyiots, in mix
lures and plain black and blue-fancy
wCTsteGs in dark tones. doubie-breast-
ed blue velour worsteds, Gn on
in fine stripes and hand NJ All
some checks VOsOO
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24

We viii offer for tomorrow only 25C
Mems fine Black Clay Diagonal Suits,
in sacks or frocks, lined with a very
fine princess SERGE sizes from "a to
46 chest; a good. staple GO 90
81 $3.50 snit-for one day 1000
The evening times. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1895-1902, 1901-01-24
Mems Dress Suits.

Mems fine Suits-A great line. such
as viii be found nowhere else at re-
tail at this price. They are single
breasted styles and some are double
breasted, high-cut vests. in single and
double breasted We O. z7
challenge the world 10
match at <his price,. " sz
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Mems Trousers.

very fine selection OF Mems
Striped Worsted Trouserings. cut in
latest style. nicely tailored. made
with continuous waist Ct HH
band and intended to re- hh
tail at $3-oO-here at. - ssVV