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River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1902-12-04
The New White House.


Through a wise provision of the con-
gress at it's last session the white house,
which has become disfigured by incon-
gruous additions and changes, has now
been restored to what it was planned to
be by Washington. In making the restor-
atoms the utmost care has been eXers
cised to come as near as possible to the
early plans and to supplement these plans
by a careful study of such buildings az
that of the University Of Virginia, which
was built by Jefferson. The white house
is the property of the nation and so far
as is compatible with living therein it
should be kept as it originally was, for
the same reasons that we keep Mount
Vernon as it originally was. The state
ly simplicity of its architecture is an
expression of the character of the period
in which it was built, and is in accord
with the purposes it was designed to
serve. It is good thing to preserve
such buildings as historic monuments
which keep alive our sense of contin-
uity with the nations past.
The reports of the several executive
departments are submitted to the con-
gress with this communication.
THEODORE ROOSEVELT.
White House, December l. 1902
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26
Holiday Rates.

The Queen & Crescent Route,
on account of the holidays, has
authorized the low rate Of one
aMd oue-t third fares for the round
lrip from and to all points on it's
line, also to all points south of
The Potomac and Ohio and east of
taa Mississippi rivers, selling
tiei.g,. December %, "a, 25, 80
and 81, 1902 5lU January /, 1908,
with limit Of January 3. 1908.
The superb service in effect
over the Queen e. Crescent
Route. afrording quick stlme, and
trains OF the most approved
modern pattern: composed of
PuIIman's latest design Of sleep
ing cars, parlor cars, and dining
cars. gives the public an oppor-
tunity to make its holiday trip in
a degree Of comfort never before
realized. Two daily trains in
each direction.
Write or call on any agent OF
the system to obtain full and
complete information in refer
ence to rates and schedules.
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26
What's in a Name?

Everything is in the name when
it comes to Witch Hazel Salve.
e. @. Dewitt & Go. of Chicago,
discovered, some years ago, how
to make a salve from Witch Hazel
that is specific for Piles. For
blind, bleeding, itching and pro-
truding piles, eczema, c1ts,
burns, bruises and all skin dis
eases DeWitt's Salve has no
equal. This has given rise to
numerous worthless counter
felts. Ask for Dewitt the
genuine. The Owl Drug Store,
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26
KOdOl Dyspersla Cure

Digests all Classes OF food,
tones and strengthens the stom-
ach and digestive organs. Cures
Dyspepslr, In DIGESTION. Stomach
troubles and makes rich red
blood, health and strength. Ko-
dol rdbuilds wornout tissues,
purifes, strengthens aud sweet
ems the stomach. Gov. G.. w.
Atkinson, of w. Va , says: l have
a mum Der of bottles Of Kodol and
have found it to be a very effec-
tive and, indeed, powerful
remedy for stomach ailments. [
rcccomend 1t to my friends.
The OWl Drug Store.
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26
For Sale.

A first class rice farm; 200
acres; all under fence with three
wires. A mile east and one mile
south Of Kinder, La. Well i'm
proved. Very good house and
we'll, and two good barns. Peach
and pear trees. Ornamental and
shade trees. This farm lis new
land and goDd levees. Situated
on the Calcasieu canal and the
best of fresh water for irriga
ton. One Of the most desirable
farms in sight. Price S45 per
acre.
Payments-s4, 900 down, and
the balance in yearly payments
to suit purchaser. Parties de-
string any information; call on
or address w. M. WILLIAMS.
Kinder, La.
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26
HOW 70 PREVENT GROUP.

It will be good news to the
mothers ofsmall children to learn
that Group can be prevented.
The first sign of Group is hoarse'
ness. A day or two before the
attack the child becomes hoarse.
This is soon followed by pacul
lar rough cough. Give Cham
berlain's Cough Remedy freely
as soon as the child becomes
hoarse, or even after the rough
cough appears, aud it will dispel
all symptoms of Group. In this
way all danger and anxiety may
be avoided. This memedy is
used by many thousands OF
mothers and has never been
known to fail. 1t can always be
depended upon and that it is
pleasant and safe TO take. For
sale by Phenix Drug Store.
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26
BETTER THAN "A PLASTER.

A piece of flannel dampened
with Chamberlain Pain Balm
and bound on the affected parts,
is better than a plastc" for d
lame back and for pains III ;h@
side or chest. Pain Balm has no
superior as q liniment FOR the re
lief of deep seated, muscut.,r and
rheumatic pains. For at.y~ by
Phenix Drug store.
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26

Lost-One brown mare, 16
hands high, z year old, weigh
about 1850 pounds. In good
order; white spot in the fore
head. Left hind foot white. Five
dollars reward for her return to
Cyrus Bell, Evangeline, La.
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26
75c To Lake Charles.

The Southern Pacific will make
a rate of 75C for the round trip
for all shows booked at Lake
Charles Opera House for this
season. Tickets will be on sale
for train No. 9, good to return on
train No. s same night.
II. l.. DAVIS Agt.
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26

Don't fail to see the tine line Of
stationary at the Owl Drug store.
Finest and cheapest in town.
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26

LOOK! Delicious hot Choco
late with Huyler's Cream, Eiot
Coffee, Coco Cola, etc, at Tue
Owl. ~
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26
E,ocution and Physical Culture

EIOCuTIOn dno PnyS1CdI Vu1IuIe.
Mrs. Carrie p. Myers of the
New York School of Expression
will give lessons in all branches
of Elocution aud Physical Gull
ture. Inquire at residence OF
W. G.. Patterson, corner State
and Second streets. Phone No.
1853. tt
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26

For Rent. One piano in good
condition at So per month. Miss
NJ. Pearl Davis.
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26
After the Ball.

Go to the Owl Drug Store for
your hot chocolate, hot coffee and
hot cocoa.
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26

Finest iine Of candies that ever
struck town, from to 5 pounds,
Cunt er's and NuMnut,.. >.
Fancy Christmas pacllag at
the Owl Drug store.
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26

If you feel i'll and need a pill
Why not purchase the best?
DeWltt's Early Risers
Are little surprisers,
Take one-they do the rest.
w. Il. Howell, Houston, Texas,
writes-I have used Little Early
Riser Pills in my family for con-
stipat'on, sick headache, etc. 70
their use am indebted for the
health Of my family. The Owl
Drug Store.
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26

For Sale-A bargain. House
and lot on Cutting avenue, 4 lots
on State street, 2 lots on Davies
avenue and 1862 feet on Main st.
q. r, Walker.
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26

Stove wood 81 per rank.
Frank Garrould, Evangeline.
d2aw4a
The Jennings daily record., 1902-12-26

Finest line of pipes; briars
ulyerchaums that ever came to
town, al the Owl Drug Store.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-13
NORTHWEST RAILWAY MERGER.
Answers Of Northern Securities and
Great Northern Companies.

The answers of the Northern Securities
Company and the Great Northern Railway
Company in the suit Of the state of Wash
ington against the Securities Company and
the Great Northern and Northern Pacific
railways have been filed in the United
States Supreme Court. They are practically
duplicates of the answer Of the Northern
Pacific which was filed Tuesday. In its
statement the Securities Company admits
that it has no agent or representative in
the state of Washington on whom a legal
process may be served, and that it owns
no property of any nature wha teyer in that
state.
1t denies that any of the matters alleged
In subdivision 10 of the bill of complaint
tend to or do create a monopoly in railway
traffic in the state Of Washington or else
where, or tend to or do deprive said state
ton in fixing charges or rates OF transpor-
railways of the defendant railway compa-
MES within said state" 1t also denies that
in Its organization the promoters had any
Of the purposes alleged In the bill or that
either Ii or either of the defendant railroad
companies has at any time had amy of the
purposes intents or designs charged in
subdivision II or elsewhere in said bill"
1t also denies that 1t is a carrier or rail-
road company, or that any of the acts COM
planned of violate or evade the laws of the
land or the settled public policy or laws of
the state of Washington.
1t further states that the Securities Com
pany is the owner and holder Of a large
amount Of property and stocks in other
corporations than the defendant railway
companies.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-13
Army Orders.

Leaves Of absence have been granted as
follows: First Lieut.. William Kelly, Corps
of Engineers, one month; Capt. Henry c.
Cabell, 14th Infantry, three months; First
Lieut. Albert j. Woude, 9Th Cavalry, one
months extension.
Major Charles ]. Crane, United States
Infantry, detailed to the adjutant generals
department, has been ordered to New York
for duty as assistant to the adjutant gen.
eral of the Department of the East.
Second Lieut. Malcolm P. Andruss, Artil-
lery Corps, recently appointed from civil
life, has been assigned to the 7th Company,
Coast Artillery.
Dental Surgeon Rex H. Rhoads at Lyn-
den, Wash, has been assigned to duty at
Fort Leavenworth, Kan.
Capt David s. Stanley. quartermaster. has
been relieved from duty on the transport
Buford and assigned to duty in the Depart
ment Of California.
Contract Surgeon w. c. Mabry has been
relieved from duty IN the Philippines and
ordered to Columbus barracks, Ohio, re-
lieving Contract Surgeon L. A. Thompson,
who is transferred to Fort Thomas. Ky.
Capt. Joseph c. Darlington, assistant sur
geon, United States volunteers. has been
honorably discharged, to take effect Novem-
her 30
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-13
CRISIS IN COFFEE TRADE.
It is Recommended That the Supply
Be Curtailed.

Important results achieved and conclu-
sons reached by the International coffee
commission, which met recently in New
York are being codified by the bureau OF
American republics, and will be forwarded
soon by the Secretary of State to the sew
eral countries interested.
1t was not expected that the commission,
which was composed of experts from the
thirteen countries represented in the pro-
duction, distribution and consumption or
coffee, would reach definitely pratical con-
illusions The mission of the commission
was TO study the existing crisis in the conee
trade and make such Recommendations as
in its judgment, would enable coHee-pIo-
ducing countries to advance, by leslsiatloh'
international treaties or otherwise, the IN
terests of the coffee producers.
After thorough consideration of the sub
ject the commission, composed OF nineteen
delegates, recommended, among other
things the establishment of agricultural
stations in the coffee-producing countries to
stimulate the production OF the hlgnef
grades of coffee. These stations. II estab-
lished, are to have the support OF the gov
eminent in which they are located. The
commission also recommended that heavy
duties be imposed upon all substitutes Tor
coffee with view to increasing the con-
sumption OF pure coffee. 1t Is pointed out
that, Of course, the recommendations OF the
commission represent only the views OF tho
commissioners themselves and are not in
the nature of final or definite action.
1t was concluded by the commissions that
the crisis in the coffee industry IS due to an
excess of supply over the demand, and 1t Is
intlmated that the supply ought, in some
manner, to be curtailed.
By resolution the government Of Brazil
was invited to convene at as early date as
possible second International coffee COM
mission, at such place as would be most
convenient to the American eoffee-producfng
countries, with view of taking more DELI
mite action regarding the coffee industry
and trade. 1t was suggested that the COM
mission to be called by Brazil take some
action regarding the restriction of the
growth of coffee and the levying of duties
upon substitutes for coffee.
State Department officials are much en-
couraged by the results achieved at the re-
cent conference, as they were indicative Of
desire on the part of the countries partici-
patfng in 1t for closer relations In matters
of trade and of a friendly spirit in the ac-
complishment of trade results.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-13
Caution About Chinese Girdles.
From the London Globe.

AS in the case of parrots educated on
board ship lady purchasers Of silver belts
ornamented with Chinese characters should
be very careful to ascertain whether they
are fit for polite society. The lettering may,
l. appears, convey meaning quite foreign
to their untutored minds and intensely
shocking to worthy Mrs. Grundy. At Singa-
pore the other day, the Free Press states,
an ingenious British maiden sported one Of
these pretty girdles, the gift Of an adorer
and. being curious as to the meaning of the
inscription. asked a Chinese merchant to
interpret. After highly praising the delicacy
of the workmanship he expressed admira-
ton for the appropriateness of the two
notices, which / Think he added s.are
rather unusual in your country" But as
both were repeated several times, he did not
doubt that they represented his fair quer-
lists aspirations. The one was, May ali my
enemies die by torture;' the other May I
have fifty sons" In another instance of
which we have heard the Inscription made
the weary and staid British matron confess
to extremely ardent love for some unnamed
gentleman, apparently other than her hus-
band Here in England this sort Of LABEL
ing Is Of little consequence as very few are
sufficiently advanced In Chinese to translate
the wicked Inscriptions at glance But In
the far east that Is not the case and Eng
lishwomen should be careful not to placard
themselves with such unusual announce
mentS
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-13

have existed between man and man In
those days when only the presence OF a
flower was needed to insure silence anu ~
impress upon those present the ih5uHctioii
that secrets were to be kept inviolable!
The Romans also held the rose in great
esteem.
The beautiful varieties we know today
were unknown to Them for 1t Is a matter
of history that until the beginning OF the
nineteenth century very few douDie roses
had been introduced. Since that time IN
Vulnerable and grand varleties haas In i,1
into existence. and today they range IN
color, size and fragrance from the small
dainty button size to those measuring nVe
inches and more in diameter. and In color
from the 'purest white to the deeper ma
room, or nearly black. The only shade Oh
color not yet attainable is blue. Thougn
nature has been lavish in bestoWlns an
other shades forms and sizes, the lover OF
the rose must be content without this color
But this, am sure, will be no great hard-
ship as one has a glorious range OF hues
from which to choose.
The wild or native rose can be found
growing in abundance in nearly every
temperate zone. 1t is found In Asia, Afrl-
ca, the whole of Europe and North Amer,
lea The native varieties are the original
parents of all the grand roses that now
embellish the gardens and homes of mil
lions of the earth'S inhabitants. The Old
fashioned rose, with it's single row OF pet
ais found growing by the roadside IN the
country districts of New England Is the
ancestor Of some Of the highly colored
and fragrant blooms that now lend their
beauty to decorative purposes
No one will dispute the popularity Of
the rose Certain flowers become the fads
of the hour and hold sway for time,
but are soon dethroned. The rose Is al,
ways in demand, summer and winter, and
the sales of it's blooms are not exceeded
by those of any other flower. Its season
of special favor is winter, when no special
function is deemed complete without the
presence of this beautiful flower.
There are hundreds of florists in the
vicinity of New York and every other
large city who grow no other Hover.
ket they are carefully packed and ship
ped each day to the wholesale merchants.
The prices obtained fiuctuate less than in
the case of most other blooms, for the
reason that the demand Is more constant.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-13
Palais Royal,
A. Lisner, g and 18th SITS.
OFFICIALS GRATIFIED
PLEASED AT THE REPORTED AT
TITUDE OF GERMANY.
Proposed Arbitration at The Hague
Regarding the Chinese Indemnity
Minister Wu's Suggestion.

Considerable satisfaction is felt at the
State Department at the reported willing
ness of Germany to submit to The Hague
tribunal the question as to whether the
Chinese indemnity shall be paid on sill
yer or q gold basis. The proposition 10
arbitrate that question really originated
with the Chinese government, and while
Minister WI modestly refrains from claim
ing any credit for the idea. there Is good
reason to believe that it originated in his
own head. China formally adhered to The
Hague convention, in which she was not an
original participant, with the express pur-
pose of securing a judicial settlement of
some of the many vexatious issues which
remain as the aftermath of the Boxer up
rising.
1t is certain that Minister WI sought
the aid of Secretary Hay in bringing the
powers to accept that plan of settlement
of the indemnity question. Secretary Hay
looked upon the plan with favor and agreed
TO 90 what he could properly to convince
the other powers Interested In the settle
ment of its merits. Therefore, while the
State Department has taken a part in
urging the project, 1t was not of its own
conception.
If Germany has accepted the proposition
there is strong ground for the belief that
it will prevail. But. of course, there must
be a practically unanimous agreement
among the powers on that question, and 1t
is pointed out that England and Japan, the
two powers that scaled their indemnity
claims down much more severely than did
the other powers, feel that they would not
recoup their actual expenditures on account
Of the Boxer rebellion If they should con-
sent to accept settlement on a silver
basis.
If the movement prevails, however, 1t can
be set down as almost settled fact that
Minister Wa will be sent TO The Hague by
his government to represent 1t in the arbi-
ira tion a task for which the minister is
well qualified by reason of his thorough legal
education according to English methods.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-13
COURSE OF PROCEDURE.
Commissioners Decide as to Water
Rents on River Front.

The District Commissioners have deter
mined upon what they consider to be the
proper course of procedure In fixing the
rental rates of property leased along the
water front. This property recently passed
into the possession of the United States
and the Commissioners were given control
Of it. Action was taken by the District
authorities upon the application Of L. s.
Randall for the lease of the River View
wharfs. He asked for a lease extending
over five years. with the privilege of hold
ing the property an additional term of five
years II desired. The applicant said he
thought $500 year would be a fair rental.
The Commissioners referred the papers first
to Mr.. c. c. Cole. the special assistant at
torney for the United States in the Potoma c
fats cases. He replied that the valuation
OF the River View wharf structures had
been fixed at 81 14O.47.
Col. John Biddle, the Engineer Commits
sioner, next considered the matter and for
warded the papers to his associates, with
this recommendation, which will be ap-
proved:
''In accordance with the policy of the
Commissioners, the only question in this
case would be the amount of rent to be
charged for the privilege, which is in the
nature of a franchise. The auditor of the
District has had charge of collecting rents
for wharves and other municipal properties
and also In number OF cases the amount
of rental to be charged.
Il therefore recommend that an order be
issued that all papers regarding the ques-
ton of rents to be charged for property on
the wharf front be referred to him, and
that he be given the right to consult with
the corporation counsel, the harbormaster
and other District employees as he may find
1t necessary in connection with this duty;
that the papers be then forwarded to the
Commissioners to determine the amount of
rental to be charged, and that they then be
forwarded to the corporation counsel for
the preparation of the lease and for any
remarks he may see At to make.
II think 1t also question whether this
lease should be for longer period than
five years. The Commissioners have made
leases for ten years, but. as far as I can
fecollect. they were only In cases where the
wharves had been repaired, and to a con-
siderable extent having been rebuilt. This
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-13
ESTATE OF B. n. DUVAIL.
Proceedings Begun to Decide as to
Validity Of Will.

Hearing was begun today before Justice
Barnard and jury in the Probate Court Of
the contested will case involving the estate
Of Benjamin H. Duvall, deceased. The jury
is asked to decide whether or not at the
time of the execution of the paper writing
bearing date of December 1, 1898, and filed
for probate December IA, 1893, Mr. DuvalI
was of sound and disposing mind AID capa-
BILE of executing a valid deed or contract
and If the execution of the paper writing
was procured by the undue influence of any
person or persons.
By the terms of the paper writing re-
ferred to property of the value of about
5000 was left to the caveators, while
property of the value of about $4,000 was
left to the caveatees. The latter are neph-
ews and nieces of the deceased, the children
of his brother, Mathew Duvall. The
caveators are nephews and nieces of the de-
ceased, the children of his brother, Andrew
j. Duval
Attorneys A S. Worthington and C. L.
Frailey represent the caveators. while At
torney VIM. +. Mattingly appears for the
caveateeS.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-13
NISEMAN BRO0
lE 9TH and e SITS. y


but nothing Of value was taken from either
place. Report OF the visits was made to
the detective Office by the .househoiders to-
day.
The store Of NJ. Godenberg. near the
corner Of 7th and K streets northwest, was
visited after the place was closed last
night. Entrance was gained by forcing
open a grating in the rear of the store.
The money drawer was broken open, but
the burglar or burglars had their trouble
for nothing, as 1t was empty.
The home Of William Bishop, 1S3 street
northwest, was entered by forcing open q
kitchen window during the night, and q
pocket book containing $3.50 was taken.
The residences of Harry Roach, 1921 "a
street northwest, and William II. Chancey,
12g T street northwest, were also visited,
and in the first place a ham was the only
thing taken. while three car tickets are
the orly articles that were missed at the
latter place.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-11-13
MEETING THIS EVENING.
Eleventh General Convention of Phi
Sigma Kappa Fraternity.

The eleventh general convention of the
Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity will begin this
evening at 7:30 o'clock with a business
meeting at the local chapter house, 1875 Q
street At the conclusion of this meeting
the visiting delegates and members of
Lambda Chapter, the local organization.
which is located at Columbian University,
will be host at smoker.
The Phi Sigma Kappa has chapters in
many of the leading universities of the
United States, including the Massachusetts,
Institute of Technology, Yale. Columbia,
New York University, Stevens Institute,
University of Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania
State College, Cornell. Lehigh. University
of West Virginia and Columbian University
of this city.
It is expected that by the time the BUSH
ness meeting is called to order this evening
there will be over 80 delegates in the city.
The general headquarters of the fraternity
has been established at the Riggs House.
Meetings of the organization will be held
there and at the chapter house, 1925 Q
street.