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The Opelousas courier., 1902-02-08
NOTICE..
NV IL M As
LAND OFFICE AT NEW ORLEA

LAND OFFICE AT NEW ORLEANS, La,
Jan. 27, 1902.
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice OF his intention
to make final proof in support of his claim, and
that said proof will be made before B.
Bloomfield, U. 8. Commissioner at Opelousas,
La, on March is, viz:
Euclfde LaMdrenenu,
who made Homestead Entry No. TITS. for, the
He names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon, and cultivation
of, said land, viz:
Joseph G. Landreneau, fils, Joseph A. Brig
nae, Ayenant Brignae and Lucius Ortego, all
of st. Landry parish, La.
: WALTER L. COHEN,
Feb. i, 1902. Register
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WI A R REE I'D

At the residence Of the brides mother in
Opel0usas, Feb /, 1902, Mr.. CLIFFORD ALLEN
and Miss CONSTANCE MEGINLEY.
AT the residence of the brides parents, i'll
Ouelousas, Feb. 3, 1902, Miss IDA AEDRUs Of
Opelous;,s and MI JOHN CARTER Of Crowley,
La.
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We have had another week of
cold, damp and disagreeable
weather..
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The scenery displayed in the
production of E. j. Carpenters
play of "Quo Vadis'' consists
principally of the peristyle in the
house Of Petronius, the statue
scene, the garden of Aulus Plau-
titus, Nero's palace. Rome; inte-
rior of the Marmertine prison,
the Coliseum, the Roman amphi-
theatre and arena, the burning
and destruction Of Rome, the
death of Nero, the sign of the
cross and the dawn of Christian
ity. While the theme Of the play
deals principally with a somber
subject, the wit of Petronius and
Chilo, the Greek philosopher, to-
gether with the overweening van
ity of Nero, cause much amuse-
ment. This remarkable play will
be seen at Sandoz Opera House
next Tuesday, Feb. 1lth, and a
packed house is reasonably ex-
pected.
The Opelousas courier., 1902-02-08

The Police Jury meets in regu-
lar session next Monday, the 10th.
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GO and see that popular play
bF popular artists, ''Other Peo-
ple's Money at Sandoz Opera
House tonight.
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For Rent-A small farm near
OpeIousas suitable for market
garden, dairy and poultry raising,
with large residence and out
buildings. Possession given inn
mediately. Apply at this Office.
This place has 16 bearing pecan
trees, large number of figs
choice varieties, about 20 young
fruit trees just beginning to bear,
including peaches, plums, april
cots, etc. Outbuildings consist
Of crib, barn, stable, chicken
house, wash house, carriage house,
servants quarters, &c.
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For Sale-A thoroughbred Jer-
sew Bull, young and large, subject
to registration. Apply to Jno.M
Ware. Dixon Grove Plantation,
Shuteston p. o., La.
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Next Friday, the l4th, is St.
Eahntine's day.
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st. Landry is to get $l,6O7. so,
being her quota of the interest
due the free school fund for 1901
from the sale of 10Th sections of
school lands. Checks will be is
sued parish school treasurers next
Monday, the 10th, for the amount
nf each 81 ID II
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Negroes at Kansas City are in
censed by a new rule requiring
colored children to attendcolored
schools. s
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The following favorable men
tion concerning that popular play,
"Quo Vadis,'' was made by the
Staunton (Va. } DaiHNews Of Nov
18th last: Carpenters QuoVadis
was presented at the Opera House
last night to a large and fashion
able audience. Those who we're
pleased spectators of the same
play year ago were delighted at
the many improvements, some in
the personnel, others in the cos
tunes and the stage setting. The
new scenic and electrical effects
were supurb ond the costumes
were rich and gorgeous. James
A. Young as Vinieius. a tribune,
Harry Morton, who was here last
season, as Nero, and the beautiful
Lilly Lancaster as Lygia, charmed
by their perfect acting. The whole
cast intact is composed Of finished
actors, who know their business.
There was not a hitch from be-
ginning to end, and the audience
was filed with satisfaction at the
close of this beautiful produc-
tion.'
This talented company, which
lis highly spoken of wherever it
has. appeared, wilLappear for one
night only at Sandoz Opera House
on Tuesday, Feb. 1lth.
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Last Saturday Judge Lewis, OF
the District Court, passed the fol-
lowing sentences on the prisoners
convicted at thislserm of the GRIM
inal court:
Alexis Senegal, mauslaughter,
20 years.
Zenon Guy, hog stealing, one
year.
Jean 3. Smith. shooting with
intent to murder, two. years.
Jasmin Richard, wounding less
than mayhem, six months and 81
fine.
George Talbot, hog stealing,
six months.
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The treaty by which Denmark
cedes the Danish West Indies to
the United States has been signed
at Washington. Uncle Sam is
given a free hand in dealing with
the inhabitants of the islands.
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AUCTION SALE.

There will be sold at public auction to the
last and highest bidder. by the undersigned, at
the residence of Homer Wyble i'll Prairie Lau-
rent, on ..-.
Saturday, Feb. g, 1902,
the following described property belonging to
the estate of Leopold Wyole, deceased, to-wit:
A small tract OF land, being wooded and
buildings and improvements thereon, situated
at Prairie Laurent, St. Landry parish, bounded
north by land of estate of Alphonse Wyhle
south by lands of B. Martin, east by Alexis
Wyble, west by formerly c. Mornhinyeg. Sr.
being the same property acquired by the de
ceased from Alexis Wyble. ]'E
Terms cash. -
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For Rent-A commodlous resi-
dence in Opelousas, with ample
grounds-lot, garden and shaded
yard. Possession given immedi-
ately. Apply at this office.
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Z Capt. T. G. Gibbens (the Pio-
neer saw milD, of Washington.
La, has just arrived with his pull
boat, the Ajax, and 100000 feet
Of Red Atchafalaya Cypress Lum-
Der, and is now prepared to fill all
orders. Red Cypress shingles a
speciality.
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NOTICE OF TABLEAU.
ESTATE OF MELICIA BERTRAND.
No. 4641.
rpn1, AmE naCKET INSTRUCT EOEET. ST.
PROBATE DOCKET, DISTRICT COURT, ST
LANDRY PARISH.

Whereas, Martel Miller, of the parish
of ST, Landry administrator OF the above named
estate, has filed % final tableau. and account.
accompanied by his petition praying for the
homol0gaton of the same.
Now, therefore. notice is hereby given to all
persons interested to make opposition 70 SAID
tshleau. to file same in writing in my office in
the town of OpelOusas, within the time requir-
ed by law, why the said tableau should not be
II. e. EsTORGE,
Feb. s, 1902. Glerk.
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CANDIDATES.

.. ara authorized to announce JOSEPH F.
.lMsvgsaPaAS w as n candidate for Marshal of tho
pEaa p..a n OpelousaR subject tn the Democratic
IgOmayies to be held on March Sd and 10th, 1902
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r, p. Richard.
OpeIOusas, E4n.

OpeIOWsns, E4N'
Honse and ornamental painting. PAPER hang-
ing Glazing. etc. dune in any part of the parish
at nabIe rates, and all work guaranteed,
.ttfon Vluss nn'o"oN jan25-1y
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The Ohio Supreme Court holds
that the clause against suicide III
insurance policies is void.
The Opelousas courier., 1902-02-08

School Books and Stationary at
the Opera House Drugstore.
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For sale, three large black jacks,
Is hands high. standard measure.
4, 5 and Z years old. Guaranteed
sure foal getters and good per
formers. Inquire at this office OF
to B. L. Jevons, Opelonsas, La.
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Go and see Quo Vadis at San.
aoz Opera House next Tuesday
night. Reserved seats now or
sale.
The Opelousas courier., 1902-02-08

Wanted-Several cords Of fire
wood-ash, hickory and oak pre-
ferred. Apply at this office.
The Opelousas courier., 1902-02-08

A bill was introduced in Con
gress by Representative Wilcox,
of Hawaii, Tuesday, to increase
the Presidents salary to $1O0, 200
a wear, the Vice Presidents to
$25, 900, Cabinet officers to $l5,-
900 and Congressmen's to SO 900.
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NOTICE.

To whom it may concern:
This is to certify that | have appointed my
husband, Felix Lessasser, my agent and at
torney in fact TO conduct my mercantile busl-
ness in the town OF Opalousas, as per power OF
attorney recorded in the office of the Clerk or
Court. MARIE T. MARIlN.
Opelousas, Jan. 1S, 1902. I'm
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lollne lls 0''eEi HEIRS OF LEOPOLD WYBLE.

NOTICE. = Land Office at New Orleans
IL Jan. II, 1902.-Notice is hereby given thai
the foliowing-ramed settler has filed notice OF
his intention to make final proof in support OF
his claim, under section 230I OF the Revised
Statutes of the United States, and that said
proof will be made before b. Bloomfield, U. 5
Commissioner, at Opelousas, La, ON Wednes
dav March e. 1902. viz:
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Emilia Ghaplm a m

who made HOMESTEAD Entry No. 2024l for the
Z of Sec. IA, in TIP. s, T. W, La. Mer.
He names tho following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon, and cultivation
of. said land, viz:
Martin A. Medecs, Joseph Chapman, Artei-
lus Chapman aud Oscar Rider all OF st. Ian
WALTER L. COHEN.
IAN 25 1902 Register.
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NO. p
JUDICIAL ADVEBTBSEMEN
PUBLIC SALE
ARTHUR ". ENGLISH ct ais. VS.. JACOB
POWELLs, TGtor and Curator ad hoe.
Judicial District Court, st. Landry
Parish. Louisiana.
No. 1854.

No. l6,8T4
In execution OF Judgment rendered by the
court above mentioned, il. the ease above en-
Titled and numbered, ard authorized and EN-
powered by the commsslCu addressed TO me
by the CCrK of said court, VIII, on
The Washington times., 1902-12-14
a SChE6erf Discovery.

An interesting discovery OF some long
lost Schubert manuscripts has recently
been made in Vienna. In examining the
archives of the Church Of st. Peter, the
parish priest unearthed an iron box
which contained number Of works
written in the composers own hand
writing. They seem to have formerly
been the property OF DiabelH. Schu-
berts publisher. who confided them TO
the custody Of his son-in-law. at that
time organist OF st. Peters.
The latter died without making q VIII,
and the box must have escaped the no.
tice of his heirs. It was hoped that the
long-lost "Gastein" symphony, in the
existence Of which Sir George Grove was
always frn believer, would prove 70
be among the papers. Unfortunately,
this IS not the case. There is a COM
plete copy Of one Of Schuberts sonatas.
a number OF songs, several Of which are
unpublished, and an orchestrated YER
sion OF the "Tantum Ergo" which was
one Of his last works
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his mind easy on this point. He IA
vored the mach from every standpoint.
and was instrumental in bringing it
about.
But the elder Nicholas. great man as
he was. could not soresee the present
dimculty. and what EOrries his son more
than anything else is that he should
be the one TO break the line Of con-
secutive heirs who for so many years
have ruled his great nation.
Prefers Family to Throne.
The more intimate friends OF the Car
declare that he would abdicate in favor
OF his younger brother. or the Grand
Duke Vladimir. before re would divorce
the Czarina and discard his four little
girls. OF whom he IS very fond. They
claim to have the inowledge that his
family IS more to him than the throne
It is pointed out by the more con-
servatlve element that in the event Of
the Cars stepping down and out and
the death Of the Grand Duke Michael.
the advent Of the Vladimir family would
alter affairs very little, as it is not
so unpopular with the masses as is
generally believed. They claim that the
people are ignorant in regard to the
Cars true character. while the educat-
ed classes, knowing the state Of af-
fairs, would attach little importance to
the change.
In the meantime the unfortunate
Czarina feels that she is responsible for
it all. and prays thst a way out OF the
dimculty may be found which will paci-
fy all factions and permit the Car to
retain the throne she has been a faith
full wife, and a devoted mother. but her
people demand more than has been in
her power to give.
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Kaisec Ordered a Regiment
Just TO Please Young Ladies

t all began in this way: the Kaiser
fixed a date for opening the new
museum at Crefeld. and the town
would do its best to make a brave
show To have a posse OF fine leading
ladies acting as "Ishrendamen' is not
unusual in Germany when the Emperor
and Empress appear; but Crefeld is a
new town, without any arIstocratic fami-
lies, though with plenty Of good burgher
blood.
SO one OF the leading ladies-Mrs. Op-
permann by name-;ame out with bold
suggestion. Instead OF blue blood. let
US make beauty the test Of fitness to re-
ceive his majesty. Let US choose twen-
ty OF the tallest, prettiest girls in Gre
feld-and there are plenty-and let them
play the part that is usually assigned TO
the leading ladies.
But who viii choose them? Who will
look after them?" asked the timid bur
gomaster. a mere male.
Mrs OPpermann settled the question
pretty quickly; she easily obtained the
consent of twenty mothers to allow the
names Of their respective daughters to
go forward for approval. and then what
could the poor burgomaster do?
So the girls were chosen, and were
decked out in pretty white dresses Of
white cloth. muslin. and cream lace. all
alike; so that there could be no iu-feel-
ing between the "adeI' and the bur
CHER" girls. And on the said day they
lined the steps Of the museum up which
the Kaiser must go. At first his majesty
took no notice. then the Empress nudged
him and nodded at them-and then the
trouble began.
After the speeches the Kaiser asked
peremptorily why they weren't brought
into the reception room. SO the maidens
were sent for, and came in blushing.
Wishing to put them at their ease. he
turned to the prettiest. in his opinion.
l suppose. and asked the fatal question,
do you have good dancing with the OH
GERS here in the winter?"
The fair damsel was at a loss for an
answer, but Fraulein Knufermann.
quicker witted. standing by. answered
we'll. I'VE have no officers in crefeId
10 dance with
"Really! And which do you prefer.
cavalry OF infantrg?' said his majesty.
Cavalry. Of course" responded the
girl Then up spoke the Emperor brave
". Il VIII order a regiment OF hussars
here, and see that you dance well with
the officers"
Twenty pretty pairs Of eyes smiled
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FeTrefS as Engineers.

Il recently saw a ferret put to a new
use as an electrical engineer" says a
correspondent Of the Field. -" THE eIec-
trio light wires in my district are being
renewed where required. and. as tho
wires are protected by earthenware COW
ers. through which they are run. the
only means Of putting new wires In,
without disturbing the coTers, Is by the
use OF ferret. Tne ono saw was very
lively and on good terms with the work
man. he had a metal collar. 10 which
a string was attached. Ho started of TO
the next monLole, and then when the
ferret was removed, the wire. 10 which
the STRING had been previously attached,
was drawn through
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burg that certain influences are working
with that end in view. Under the laws
Of the Orthodox Church, Of which the
Czarina became member shortly after
she married the Car. divorce IS not per
mltted. But in this instance It Is limited
that the law as well as the Czarlna may
be set aside in the desire of the people
10 have an heir to the throne.
The circumstances which, according to
the influences at work. warrant this step.
are as follows: The Grand Duke Mi
chael, who is the Cars younger BROTH
or. is heir to the throne. but his health
has never been good; in fact. during the
last few years it has steadily declined,
and fear has been expressed that he Will
not survive the year. The duke has a
wasting disease. and is so weak as to
.be scarcely able to walk. For weeks
cable dispatches have chronicled his
failing health. and his death would oc-
.casion no surprise to the people Of Rus
sia, nor to the world The duke is
twenty-four years Of age.
The Grand Duke Vladimir.
In the event OF his death the Grand
Duke Vladimir. who is the eldest uncle
OF the Gar. would succeed 70 the throne.
This the people DO not want. nor does
the Gar desire It any more than his
subjects. It removes the reins TOO far
from the present family; besides. there
Us no telling how the Russian people
would view the change
The father OF the present Gar was.
before his death. much concerned about
his sons marriage and heirs. He hast
ened his botrothal 10 the Princess Alix
and declared the wedding must take
place before be died. that he might have
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their thanks for this most gracious
speech, and the rest OF the ceremony
passed OF most happily. The Kaiser was
charmed with the maidens, and they with
the Kaiser. and the Empress was also
very gracious.
But then the storm aroseI Next norm
ing the seemingly harmless words were
published all over Germany and were
telegraphed abroad. The day after the
leader writer's got 70 Work. ought the
arrangements OF the great German army
70 be altered to please a few girls?'s
what right had the Kaiser to move hus--
sars without consulting the war Office p
Why should Crefeld have hussars when
our town has none, or only has infan-
try?" Our girls are as good as those at
Crefeld. Bool Hooi" Then came ths
music halls and the comic papers-cari-
catures and songs, Then some chaf for
the hussars from Dusseldorf, who were
TO go, and this was followed by e1plana-s
tions and denials and censorship.
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Nl/ZH ZAEkN5SlANS

and up to the mark in its true mission
is that Of England. It's characteristic
attitude, impartial, and respectful treat
ing Of persons and things, is beyond
praise.
Il do not know that any reptile. in
famous press exists in England such as
we have in other countries. Ny convic-
tlon is that the English newspapers are
models of their kind. They hold a place.
in my opinion which no other press in
the world can hold, and it would be we'll
II their high standing. loyal character.
and respect for truth and honesty were
initiated more generally by the organs
ot oJher countries"
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ion Of my opinion. I would state my
views frankly and boldly. but honestly
and fairly, according 20 what conceived
the standard Of art But TO indulge in
virulent anlmosity. to print infamies
merely for the sake Of acquiring a vul-
gar reputation. is the very depth Of base
ness.
1T seems to me that a great portion
Of the press in nearly every country Is
dishonest and guided by base motives in
its attacks upon persons and artists,
and Latin countries are the worst of all,
they scarcely have a decent, impartial
serious press. The only press that
think perfectly honorable, respectable,
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ing the chief characteristics OF
the various countries she visited. and
the celebrated actress remarks made in
an interview on her return to Paris af-
ford interesting reading
Il have been perfectly delighted with
Sweden" she declared. 1T is country
that seems TO be stirring up and inn
proving in every direction. Stockholm
has become a city Of marvels; it is
literally resplendent with modern prog
ress; you have conyenieuces Of every
kind; and. to mention only one. take the
telephone. which yoU find installed along
the streets every few hundred yards.
The swedish theaters are marvels Of
perfection and comfort. Compared to
our theaters in Parts they are fairy
palaces
I found the people exceedingly in
teresting; do not know how 10 ex-
press it. but there was something deep
ly fascinating for me 20 see those frank
northern faces. those fair women and
tall graceful men before me. Their
manner Of appreciating art and our Of
forts 10 please them also had It's charm
and their marks Of APPRECIATION acted
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Be1nRardfS Continental Trip
Was One of Rarest Delight

upon me with striking effect. I shall be
delighted, II occasion offers again. TO re-
turn to those hospitable countries, and
to see those friendly faces again.
Progress in Germany.
I'm Germany my short stay has not
been less agreeable. found strasburg.
dear old strasburg, so changed that
would hardly have recognized It II II had
not been for a few Of it's antique land
marks which stiII remain. II IS q city
that Is being completely transformed
with new buildings. new streets. and
modern appliances. The character Of its
population also seems TO be undergoing a
change. and it is becoming more cosmo-
mopolltan.
But the city tha. gives evidence Of
the most prodigious strides forward is
Berlin.
The theaters are spacious, eomforta-
bic. and well suited 10 their purpose.
They resemble greatly the style Of Amer
lean OF English theaters. and one finds fl
a pleasure to appear IN them. The people
are cultured. and display an interest IN
the stage"
Her Views on the Press.
Nine. Berr 4ardt had some very strong
observations TO make respecting the
press, which has not treated her very
kindly during her tour.
I believe in discussing questions OF
art earnestly, even vehemenuy." sae
said. II were a journalist. think
l would be very violent in the express
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w THAT will Russia do for an
NM heir 10 the throne?
Children have blessed the

wv helr 10 the throne
Children have blessed the
union Of the Car and car
ira. but all Of them are girls and boy
is required If the Car would have a di-
rect descendant follow him as the mon
arch CT all the Russias.
Various rumors Of most unhappy i'm
port have spread around the world as
the result Of the failure OF the Czarina
to bear a son to her royal husband.
There have been stories Of a deep and
settled melancholy on the part OF her
royal highness that approached demen-
tia. The Car has been represented as
growing cold toward his wife and as con-
templatlng putting her aside. as Napo-
leon did the unhappy Josephine. 1t has
also been said that the Gar had become
imbued with the melancholy that aflict-
ed his noble spouse.
Rumors Declared GrouEdless.
All these tales have been denied and
most authoritatively so by those high in
rank and in a position 10 know the
facts. among them being the American
ambassador TO Russia. the Hon. Charlie
magne Tower. and the Russian ambassa-
dor 20 the United States, Count Cassini
But be these reports true or be they
false, the fact remains that the Gar is
without an heir. and all Russia is won
dering what IS going TO be done about
st. Her Majesty has the deepest sym
pathy Of her loving and admiring sub
jects. as indeed she has OF all kind
hearted people the world over.
Particularly has she tho warm and low
ing sympathy OF the Gar. who has ever
been her devoted lover It has been said
that their marriage was not love
match, that all the love was on tho part
Of the Czar. One OF the most dutiful
OF women. as we'll as one Of the most
beautiful. she has devoted her life to
the Czar and has made his welfare and
his happiness her greatest concern So
much the greater then has been her dis
tress Of mind that she has not been able
10 honor and please him with a son and
an heir TO the throne
An Exile in a Palace.
But without this great sorrow the
czarina could not be very happy. she
10 a prisoner in marble palace. an exile
in gilded halls.
She can go nowhere II IS true exile
until death calls her 70 another world.
Nihnists ever lie in wait to take her life.
and the fear is ever present that either
she or the Car will fan their victim
The Czarina has always been a great
admlrer OF Americans. and has intro
dueed many American Innovations In
the palace at ST. Petersburg. This ac-
counts. in a measure. for her marked
friendship for Princess Cantacuzcne.
who was Julia Dent Grant. now the Car
mas closest friend and cOnn1ante. Frin-
cess Cantscuzeno is constantly az the
palace. and in the Czarina's present grief
has been one Of the Few friends admitted
20 her apartments.
Divorce or Abdication7
Whether sufficient pressure VIII be
brought to bear on the Gar 20 divorce
his wife OF abdicate Is question which,
at this time. no one can answer. but it
Is admitted in Moscow and ST. Peters