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The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-05-18

through worked eyelets in the skirt, has
similar lacings on the sleeve, always rib
bons in rose color on a beautiful white
gown. The embroidered openwork and lace
collar and sleeve trimming are antique-tha:
brownish cast which gives an added rich
ness to the body of the gown. The gown
itself is of pineapple embroidered heavy
silk chiffon. 1t is embroidery dotted here
and there. and has thistles strewn over 1t
in antique-yet en- n~ouveau-patern
Effect of Renaissance STYLE
on Linen Gowns.
The Wallenstein model is a linen gowa,
and has superb embroidered garnitures in
most tasteful. yet effective. design. The
black. red and yellow of this Renaissance
style on the linen gown give a wonderfully
neat and ricn effect.
The Deuillet model has a coat-Louis Ky
of striped taffeta silk. The collar is Of
! moss green velvet. as is also the sash waist.
The skirt is of greenish tan etamine. and "a
made by the ernbroiderers who fasten the
forms with Sarlands of richly incrusted
rose patterns in raised white or ecru en-
broiderv. Yet how carefully and beautifully
the pattern is carried ont in this gown,
we reproduce here by permission of John
Wanamaker. who imported II.
The great growth in popularity of linen
| fabrics is particularly to be commented up
on. and altogether the entire effect and
idea of the new gowns is diaphanous. ten
der. delicate. soft and feminine.
The introduction of embroideries. laces.
insertions and fine needlework is the most
beautiful idea connected with the new
mode. 1t shows a return to those principles
of handicraft which are educatsve and
which are protective of the really artistic
effects in dress.
Laces and Embroideries Show
Artistic Technique.
You know there are those people who
carp at the idea of real art In costuming.
and yet these same people will maunder
over bad paintings. poor engravings and
worse literature. Tn really artistic world
understands that laces and embroideries are
pictures in themselves.
They are not only pictures. but show
artistic technique and have the beauty
which the truly artistic mind knows and
appreciates. The love of handicraft in
tapestries is not less. or of less worth. than
the delight which artistic neediework gives
to the connoisseur. II Is the Introduction
Of this handicraft into the wear of those
who can afford it,and who appreciate it
either in the real article or its machine
! the real critics of dress and who determine
what is best taste. best design. best idea for
future season. that We would emphasize.
Don't believe, dear madam or carping
F, reader. that fashion is a matter of chance.
| No longer is that so. It's a matter of a
combination OF decision by the association
OF the best thought, study, taste and criti-
cism that can be put into the subject by
men of mind and men of talent. A new
think is now put out just because it is
! new.a 1t must be at once practical, taste
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-05-18
.|INoER,e" COSTUME FOR MIDSUMMER.

Decisions of the Masters of Style for III the FASHIONABLE World show or the. First Time in America
New Modes Nw Fabrics New Forms New Ideas of Cut and Combinations
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-05-18

as satisfactory for winter and genera, puf-
poses. And SOFAS 1t has often been our
thought the lightest kind of wear has be-
come as useful in winter as the seemingly
heavy fabrics.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-05-18

in - we're silks and satins-heavier though
less durable materials. Novelty had a new
impetus when this new vogue presented it
self. The gowns that were seemingly only
for summer wear were found to be quite
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-05-18

OF course. walking wear was ~prerIucef.
These light gowns are only fit-and always
vii be-for evening, afternoon. reception
or other special occasions. but the fact be-
came known and understood that hence
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-05-18

Observation-Disclosures it -e for winter or SUM
mer-all wear of that character should b
lingerie or as light as possible in weight
canyrisht 1907 hg Tia Ecnnn.nlz. camana.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22
TELEGRApHIC BREVITIES.

1t Is feared another accident has oc-
Cured to workmen engaged 10 the tun-
mel at Cleveland, Ohio. 1t Ia believed
they struck pocket Of gas which was
the cause of fearful loss OF life short
time ago. The crib In which the men
are at work is four miles out on Lake
Erie.
The heaviest snow storm which has
Wis ted wettsrn New York in many
years began yesterday morning and OF
noon todsy it was estimated that on the
level there had been fall of at least
twenty one inches. The heavy damp
character oil the snow offered the
greatest impeachment to all traffic.
The Central railroad, OF New Jersey, ferry
boats Lakewood and Bond Brook came in
collision in midstream North river shortly
after o'clock this afternoon. Both boats
were damsged. A woman passenger on the
Lakewood was slightly hurt. The Lake.
wood proceeded under her own steam to her
slip in Jersey City. The Bound Brook pass
ed to the New York side.
La Africans cigarette factory and the store
houses Of La Africsns cigar factory in Ha'
vsna, one OF the most famous establishments
of CObs, were destroyed by fire at 3 o'clock
this morning.
Horses attached to a sleigh ran away in
Cambridge, Mass, last night with the result
that one man was killed, another fatslly in
iuied and three others painfully hurt
st. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, at New
Britain, Conn.,, was destroyed by fire this
morning. Nothing but the walls are stand
lug Loss 5000, 600 to $250,000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22
VIRGINIA NEWS.

The celebration at Leesburg of the
birthday of Gen. Robert E. Lee was q
notable occasion 10 the history OF that
town.
Jacob H, Davis, aged "A years, mill
er, committed suicide near DanVille,
yesterday. Il Ia reported ha bad been
disappointed in love affair.
Robert boswell, OF Hanover county,
eldest son OF the late George W. Dos
well, died on Sunday at the Old
Dominion Hospital, Richmond, OF lock-
jaw.
Sunday last the store OF w. E Baker
at Dogue, King George county. was
broken into and money to the amount
OF o few dollars left 10 the money draw
er was taken. Baker and family live in
the store and had gone but short time
to a neighbor's.
Nell inback, the Is year old negro
who on Saturday Last brutally assault.
ed Mrs. Elizabeth Preuffer, near Ports
mouth, was convicted ln The County
Court yesterday. The jury after being
out half an hour brought in q verdict Of
guilty and Judge Portlock sentenced
Stainback to be hanged March II.
John l.. Pesrce, cashier OF the STAN
dsrd Oil Compsny's branch at Norfolk,
was found dead 10 boat ut that city
yesterday. His death resulted from
acute pulmonary congestion and ex-
posure, together with congestion OF the
kidneys. Mr.. Pearce's friends, fear that
be was murdered, although they are
totally unable to assign q motive for the
crime.
Mrs. Ralph Weber. OF Lynonburg,
who wac assaulted On January ii at
her home in that city and was left for
dead with her throat cut, went to
Roanoke last night, accompanied by
Sergeant John Seay, DR.. Lyle, and her
husband and identified her asssilsnt,
Joe Hlgginbothsm, the negro isnitor OF
the Floyd street school building, 10
Jail there charged with the crime.
Higginbotham later broke down and
confessed. He told how he had ss-
saulted Mrs. Weber, cut her throat
and left her for dead, He says he
stood outside the Weber residence and
mingled with the crowd while the doc
tors we're sewing up the wounds. The
negro also also confessed to having
made an attempt to assault q white
girl in hospital at Lynchburg, while
the girl Was patient In the institution.
Under heavy guard Of troops, HIegin.
bothaIa will be taken back to Lynch
burg today for his trial.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22
TO-DAY'S TELEGRAPHIC NEWS
Foreign News.

London, Jan. % .-Truth t1day says
that King Edward has invited King
Alfonso, OF Spain, to visit England In
1908.
Vienna, Jan. 22.-Wolves today de.
youred an eutre wedding party
near Usiosa, 10 Servis. The party con.
sisted of the bride and bridegroom and
twenty guests, and the beasts made
their stack shortly after the party lett
tas church where the marriage nad
been celebrated. From signs lett upon
the snow, it is judged that the victims
fought frsttcslly for their lives ana
that the wolf-psck contained hundreds.
Portsmouth, Eng, Jan. ga rumor
Ia current here that an accident mas
befsllen the torpedo destroyer Crane,
off Falmouth.
Manchester, Jan. 22.--The Guardian
1day says it has good reason to believe
that Kaiser Wilhelm Is indirectly using
his good offices to bring about peace 10
| South Africa.
Vienna, Jan. ga DISASTROUS lire
swept over the town OF Franknova'
rsljs, Hungary, today, and left death
and desolation in Its path. Two hun
dred houses were burned. six persons
Lost their lives and 1000 were left
homeless.
Monte Carlo, Jan. 22.-All the fish
In Monaco Bay have been poisoned by
an overflow Of the acid used 10 filing
Santos. Dumont's dirigible balloon, IL
which be intends to make his Medter'
raneAn experiment.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

BRIG. GEN. HUGHES, formerly 10
command of the military department OF
the gisayas, composing the islands of
Samsr and Jolo, Is In Washington.
The General admits thet the island OF
Samar has not yet been subdued, and
he thinks that the most rigid warfare
will have to be maintained by the
United States forces before the strayine
bands of insurrectionists can be forced
to surrender. That this country has q
Etupendous and costly task before it In
subduing the inhabitants Of the Philip
pire Islands becomes more apparent
every day. There is no computing
the cost Of the insane enterprise, nor is
there OF the lives which are yet to be
sacrificed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

A LONDON cablegram states that the
proposed shipping deal contemplates
only the establishment of higher ocean
freight rates, but 1t is known that the
combination intends to raise the price
OF passenger tickets on transatlantic
steamers during the coming season.
That the American, Leyland, White
Star and Cunard lines Of steam
ships are in the smalgamation is posi-.
lively asserted in English shipping
circles notwithstanding Pierport Nor
gems denials, and it is stated today
that twenty-six other companies are
In the deal. The announcement Of this
has given the ship subsidy bill a de-
cided setback, and those interested In
getting that bill through Congress have
been placed at a disadvantage. 1t is
believed that the divulgiDg Of the pro.
posed consolidation is occssloning
much evaporation among those who
are endeavoring to extort money from
Congress for the benefit of private en-
terprises.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22
CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTIoN.

Matters pertaining to the govern
ment Of cities and towns occupied the
attention OF the Constitutional Conven-
ton yesterday. Mr.. Meredith offered
az amendment providing that cities
and towns having charters should re-
tain the same until specially repealed.
The amendment was accepted aud as
amended, section 2 was adopted. It Is
provided by section two that only gen.
ersl laws for the organization and gov
ernment OF CT es and towns shall be
passed by the general assembly, aud
no special act shall be adopted except
in cases where the object OF the act
cannot be attained by general laws, and
than only by a recorded vote OF two.
thirds of she members elected to each
house of the general assembly. 1t pro-
vides nothing to repeal the charters OF
any incorporated community OF less
| than 5000 inhabitants, having q city
charter at the time OF the adoption oil
t1e cont tItCtion.
Chairman Brooke submitted en-
amendment that the section should not
prevent the abolition OF auy Hastings
or Corporation Courts by towns so de.
string il. This was adopted,
Mr.. Hatton, OF Portsmouth, secured
the adoption of an amendment to Sec
ton 4, providing that in cities Of less
than 10000 inhabitants there shall not
be more than one court clerk elected.
The term OF clerks is fixed at eight
years.
There was an entertaining debate on
the question of how commissioners Of
the revenue should be appointed. Mr.
Glass, OF Lynchburg, endesvored to
have these officers appointed by the
Judge OF the Hustings Court. The con-
vention finally decided that they should
be chosen in the manner to be prescrib
ed by the General Assembly. Should
they be chosen by popular vote, then fl
| Is provided that city commissioners Of
revenue shall be Ineligible after one
term. This same provision is made I'd
apply to county governments, also.
A highly entertaining debate occurred
on an amendment t D provide that treas
urers should not be ineligible after thell
4 ocCOuu bcEuo. 4uO OlbJ tACAOcAo op
pesled to their rural friends not to sp'
ply the rule that had been put upon
them to the cities. This debate was
l pending on adjournment.
I Members of the convention who are
members OF the hoard of visitors of the
University OF Virginia deny the rumor
that there ia any deal between the
friends OF that Institution aud those
=, who favor long term senators, on basis
Of reciprocity.
Mr.. Turnbull, of Brunswick, and Mr..
Hamilton, OF Petersburg, addressed the
SURFACE conference last night. The
former spoke for an hour In support Of
his plan, while Mr.. Hamilton began an
argument for the majority plan. BE
will conclude tonight. Mr.. Turnbul
addressed himself particularly to the
conditions existing In the counties hsv
ing a large negro population and argued
that his plan was the best one yet Of
tered to smeet these. Congressman
Flood will speak tonight.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22
SMALLEST BABY EVER KNOWN

SMALLEST BABY EVER KNOWN
DR.. w. F. Gillian, of Rensboro, KY,
who has been prsCtioing medicine for
80 years, tells sory OF the birth and
growth OF a baby girl which is uu-
psralleled 10 medical experience.
The parents OF the child are Mr.. and
Mrs. Clint McMurtry. Ga January 2S
DIR. Gillian was called to attend Mrs.
McMurtIy for pneumonia. She gave
premature birth to a baby girl, 10
Inches 10 length. Its head was soft
and no larger than q lemon and its
thighs were about the size of q mans
finger. DR.. Gillian had the babe
wrapped In cotton and told the father
that it could not live over an hour.
On returning next day, Is hours later,
DR.. Gillian was astonisbed TO find the
babe alive. He gave it a little milk,
and when 1t survived the second day
took greet interest in the case, and
saw to 1t that the weakling was given
every attention. At the end OF 16 DAYS
the infant was dressed for the frst
time. At the end OF three months II
weighed 20 ounces and awoke for the
first time. The child Is now almost q
year old and weighs IA pounds. 1t ID
healthy and thriving.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22
Children Especially Liable.

Burns, bruises and cuts are extremely pain.
full and il neglected often result in blood
poisoning. Children are especially liable "a
such mishsps because not so careful. As 4
remedy DeNiifs Witch Hazel ealve Is IN
equalled. Draws out the FIRE, stops the pain,
soon heals the wound. Beware Of counter.
Hazel salvs cured my baby Of eczema after
two physicians gave her up" writes James
Nook, N. Webster Ind. "The sores were So
bui she soiled two to Ave dresses day" For
sale BY z. 8. Lesdbeater & Cons.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

the declaration Of war between Spain and the
United States, Austria began peace pfepA-
Qands. France was ready to second the o.
forts. Germany, and Russis maintained .
passive attitude. German foreign officials DE-
clare that Germany never proposed interven-
ton nor supported any such proposition
made by other powers. With the thorough
understanding between this government and
EssIsnd In 1898. there is every reason to be-
lieye that similar understanding existed be-
tween them before England declared war
AGAINST South Africa and still more reason for
the belief that the United states agreed 70
render no aid to the Doors and would have
intoryened should any other nation have st-
tempted TO do so.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22
Memorial Services at Frogmore.

Windsor, Eog., Jan. pa solemn
memorial service commenced at noon
today at tae royal mausoleum at Frog
more, to mark Queen Victoria's death,
together with the death Of her Prince
Consort, whose anniversary on January
IA was this year omitted. The cere-
mony at the mausoleum was most SIM
Pile, occupying about haitian hour. King
Edward, Queen Alexandra, the Prince
and Princess of Wales, the Duke and
Duchess of Fife, and most OF t1e royal
family were present, attended by tae
household officials with Premier Sails
curry as a special guests. The Bishop
of Winchester, assisted by the Dean OF
Windsor, officisted at the services Ths
chorittsrs OF st. Georges Chapel gave
the choral programme including "How
Blessed are They and "The Face OF
Death" The King and Queen, after
laying wresths OF white flowers and
violets on the tomb, knelt alongside the
ssrcophagus In prayer, while minute
guns were fired.
During the service at Frogmore, the
kings accession to the throne was being
celebrated at St. Georges chapel, Wind
sor Castle, a halfmile away, and the war
ships In Sheerness harbor Numbered
sslutes in King Edwards honor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22
COURT OF APPEALS.

The following were the proceedings
OF the Court sf Appeals yesterday.
Sinclair vs.. Young and others, argued
and submitted.
Rowland Lumber Company vs. P.
Sanford or corporation, argued and
continued until today.
The next cases to be called are o, Il.
Perry Tie and Lumber Company We.
Reynolds & Brother and Meyer vs..
Msyer-Nos. "a and 80.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

LORD CRANBcRNE's announcement in
the British House Of Commons on Monday re-
gardiRg EnglAnd's attitude during the Span
ish-American war was only an official state
ment Of what every one knew who hiss read
closely during the past two or three years.
The United States was perfectly well aware
Of the attitude Of each European government
before war was declared sgainst Spain and
took good care to be satisfied on this impor.
tant point before the conflict. There Is an
other European nation that refused to join in
D note to this country, bat Its name Is not
given. Austrian officials admit that before
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22
From South Africa,

London, Jan. 22.-An official dispatch
from johannesburg, received at the
War Office today, says: "On Jan. 20
Methuen overlook q commando near
Boschpoort and, after a running fight
OF eight miles, captured lager, taxi
ing "a prisoners and quantity OF cat
tie. Bruce Hamilton marched against
Boths, who shifted his position, and
but twenty seven OF bis forcs we're cap
tlred. Colen Brsnder attacked Steen-
kamp's commando aud killed one man
and took z prisonere.O
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22

Passed Common Council Dec. 10, 1901,
FL. PAFF, President.
Passed Board Of Aldermen, Dec. 10, 1901,
J.R. IN. CURTIN, President pro tenn.
Approved Dec II, 1901,
GRO. /. SIMPSON, Mayor.
Teste DANIEL B. SrANsBURY, Clerk, G. @.
AN ORDINANCE to alter boundaries Of the
city Of Alexandria, Virgins, for assessment
and taxation purposes so as to conform with
the present boundaries for election pur-
poses.
Section 1. Be it ordained BY the City
Council of Alexandra, Vs., That the city
shall be divided into four wards for assess
ment and taxation PURPOSES so as to conform
with the present boundaries for election par
poses, as follows:
The Fret ward shall comprise all that part
Of the ssid city lying east Of the middle Of
Pitt street, and south Of the middle OF Prince
street,
The Second ward shall comprise all that
part Of said city lying east of the middle OF
Pit street. and north Of the middle OF Prince
| street.
The Third ward shall comprise all that
part OF said city lying west Of the middle Of
Pitt street, and north Of the middle OF Prince
street.
The Fourth ward shall comprise ell that
part Of said city lying vest OF the middle OF
Pitt street and south OF the middle OF Prince
street.
Sc ton 2.-This ordinance shall be in
force from is passage.
Passed the Common Council Jan. IA, 1902.
+. j. PAFF, President.
Passed the Board Of Alderman Jan. IA. 1902.
J. T., SWEENEY, President
Approved Jan. 10, 1902.
GEO. L s MPSON, Mayor.
Teste: DANIEL &. STASsBURY. Jerk, G. G.
AN ORDINANCE fixing the salary OF the Clerk
OF the Common Coancil.
Be it ordained By the City Council Of Alex.
sndria, Va, That on and afer January 1,
1902. the salary Of the clerk OF the Com mon
Council shall be two hundred aud 6 .ty dollars
($250) Der snnum.
Passed Common Council January Ia 1902.
FRED. J. PAFF, President.
Passed Board Of Aljermen Jan Ia, 1902.
J. T. SWEENEY, President.
Approved January is, 1902.
GEO. L SIMPSON, Mayor
Tsste DANIEL 3. STASsBURY Clerk C. c.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22
In Connection With the
Above We Offer:

20x39.inch Hemmed Huck Towels.
$3.50 per dozen
23x45-inch Hemstitched All-linen Hug
Towels.
90 90 per dozen.
21x43.inch Hsmstitche1 Linen Hucka.
back Towels.
81 90 per dozen.
Regular value. $500.
22x43-inch Colored BOrdered Hemstitched
Damask Towels.
374c each.
Regular value, SOC each.
German Silver esched Table Cloths.
2x23 yds, $l.7s. Value, 1925
2x3 yds., 81 each. Value, $3.50.
Haitblesched Muslin Sheets; will bleach
with few uashings.
63x90 inches. 45c each.
8lx90 inches, SOC each.
90x90 inches, $50 each.
AT which prices they are much lower than
the selling price of the goods by the yard.
Full sze White Crochet Bed Spreads, with
fringe all around.
$1.OO each.
Second floor.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22
Importance of Prince Henry's Visit


Berlin, Jan. 22.-1n the Reichstag
to-day liberal deputy Barth expressed
himself as feeling much sat sfactioD
over Prince HeDry's proposed trip to
the Uot I'd States. to which he st.rib-
uted the greatest importance. He
expressed the hope that Germany
would have no trouble In her relations
with the United States because of ex-
isting economical difficulties. Count
Van Buelow, the Imperial Chancellor,
replied to DR.. Bartb, stating that such
economical difficulties are net to be
over-estlmstsd. 1--WE desire srder tly,"
he said, so come to commercial agree
ment with America on a basis OF full
reciprocity. Prince Henry's trip is an
expression Of this DESIRE"
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1902-01-22
Tho Patrick Trial.

New York, Jan. 22.-Nine jurors have
been selected to try Albert I. Patrick on the
charge Of murder OF William Marsh Rice. 1t
is hopod that the rem aiming jurors will be
found today. 1t is learned today that the
defeese hopes to prove that Rice died OF heart
disease and medical experts will be produced
to testify to thas fact. Patricks council
claim that the doctors who performed the
autopsy will not swear positively that Bice
was ehloroformed 10 death.