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The independent., 1903-04-23

from Philadelphia answered to the
names OF twenty members who were
absent and an important Doodle bill
was passed. No protest was made and
as the records show that the bill was
regularly passed the courts will not
interfere. The republicans Of Penn
sylvania will continue to vote 'er
straight Notwithstanding such little
instances of anarchy as that.
The Rockefeller City National bank
of New York still has as strong a pull
as ever at Washington. 1t has been
discovered that the government clerks
have been engaged, not only in fur
nishing the City National list OF all
holders of government bonds that are
to be refunded into the 30-year loan,
but have been sending out circulars
to them so that this pet bank can
have the first opportunity of getting
the bonds. When the other banks
made violent protest, Secretary
Shaw replied that the other banks
could now have the same privilege.
1t has been the practice ever since
the war for the government to keep
this list of bondholders profound
secret, but after the City National got
the list and the first access to the
bondholders, the rule was abolished.
1t seems that Rockefeller can have
anything he wants of the treasury de-
partment simply for the asking.
General Miles upon his return from
the Philippines made full report to
the war department and good many
prominent men are demanding that
that report shall not be forever locked
up and kept from the people. The
people paid the expenses of his trip
and they are entitled to know what
he found out.
The National Manufacturers assO-
citation after making vigorous as
sault upon organized labor passed
resolution and put the machinery in
shape to organize the non-union la
borers. When they get the morgan
lied organized, will they be any more
inclined to take low wages when they
can force the manufacturers to pay
more, than those who are already Or
ganized. Perhaps they intend to play
the same game that Mark Hanna has
SO long played. Divide the opposition
into organized factions, all voting diff
ferent tickets.
immigration into Northwest Canada
still continues IN astonishing num-
bers. Some young English gentle
men have been struck with the fad
and are coming out to Canada ito
learn farming" One of them was
placed on big ranch, but few days
afterward he turned up at the gov
ernment Office and said: "That man
awakened me from my slumbers be-
fore d'y, and e took me to the barn
wit ha lamp, and e asked me to lead
a blawsted bull to water in the
dawk." He wanted the Canadian gov
ernment to send him back to England.
The railroads and lake boats took a
turn on the millers of the northwest
the other day that has resulted in a
shutdown OF very large part of the
Touring mills and they will not be
started up until the rates are
changed. II they are run, they will be
run at heavy loss. The rate on 60
pounds of wheat is 2 cents; on 60
pounds of -four it is 5.4 cents. The
millers and the people who eat -four
had better conclude to vote for the
government ownership of the rail-
roads.
The independent., 1903-04-23
HERD HEADERS

Illinois;
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bparof
hand mpored dhomebre
The independent., 1903-04-23

Another instance of anarchy in re-
publican legislatures everywhere has
come to the notice of The Independent.
AT recent session Of the Pennsyl-
vania legislature when but few were
present, on roll call one member
The independent., 1903-04-23


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The independent., 1903-04-23
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The independent., 1903-04-23

General Miles upon his return from
the Philippines made full report to
the war department and good many
prominent men are demanding that
that report shall not be forever locked
up and kept from the people. The
people paid the expenses of his trip
and they are entitled to know what
he found out.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

queens apartment collapsed almost inn mediately, carrying with it her majes- tvs bed. Only few hundred pounds damage was done by the fire, which was confined to the two. bedrooms. It is now stated that the trouble 6rtginat- ed in an imperfectly insulated electric light wire, which set fire to beam be- tween the ceiling of Miss Knollys' bed room and the floor of her majesty'S apartment.
 The alarm raised by Miss Knollys sossn brought the household fire bri- gade, which quickly began the work of extinguishing the fire. Sir Dighton Macnaghten Brobyn, keeper of the privy purse and extra equerry to the king, also speedily arrived and took charge of the operations. Queen Alex andra, who displayed the utmost com posture remained with Miss Knollys near the scene until she was assured that there was no further danger of the fire spreading.
 An examination of the apartments shows that more damage was done by water than by fire. A large number of the queens treasured knickknacks
 
 were spoiled.
 News of the fire was suppressed un- til the queen had entirely recovered from the shock.
 King Edward was not inrShe palacs, having returned to Buckingham when large party that his majesty and the queen had been entertaining at Sand ringham dispersed. The king was quick ly notified of the fire, however, at Suf- folk and of the queens fortunate es- cape.
 Miss Knollys, who faced peril to arouse the queen, is one of her majes- tvs most constant and intimate asso- ciates. On the queens accession King Edward issued a special order confer ring upon Miss Knollys the rank, status and precedence of daughter of a bar on in order that she might retain her post. She is therefore known as the Hon. Charlotte Knollys.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
rakea onIy Btenn1a1 Batn,

Robertson, secretary of the American School of Medicine and Surgery, has declared that to bathe once every two years is sufficient and that bathing is responsible for the many ills of man kind. He'bathes once every two years and considers that he keeps himself we'll cleansed. When people leave off bathing there will be little or nothing for the doctors to do,"' said Dr. Robert son. Pneumonia, colds and hundred other ills result from the foolish habit of washing the body"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
THE LAST OF THE
 GREAT VICTORlANS"
The Title by Which Herbert Spencer Will Be Remembered.
DEEP THINKER INoIs1vE WRITER

A Follower of Darwin, He BIaxed the Path For the Latter's '"The origin
 of species'-originalIy Ridiculed
 by the Masses, He Came to Be Ad-
 mtred by Them.
 It was inevitable that in his great struggle with death at Brighton, Eng land, Herbert Spencer octogenarian, none too well supplied with this worlds goods, should rivet the atten- ton of the world just as he did more than generation ago with the books which were destined to make his name Immortal.
 The last of the great yictorians such is Herbert Spencer's title to pres ent day eminence, says the New York Herald. To be great Victorian is in itself title to glory, for only the Augustan age in Rome, the age of Per- tcles in Athens and the Elizabethan age in England can rival it in it's brilliant array of poets, artists, statesmen, his torians and scientists.
 Especially was it great in science, and Herbert Spencer was for a genera ton one of it's greatest scientists. He will always be remembered as one of that extraordinary quartet which forced John Bull and the Philistine at large to accept the doctrines of evolution that have practically revolutionized the entire world of modern thought,
 It was Charles Robert Darwin who first gave scientific cohesion and pre- cision to the doctrine in 185S-59 by his -'Descent of Man" and his Origin of Species" He was ably assisted by his first and chief converts, John Tyndall,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

Thomas Huxley and Herbert Spencer. TyndalI developed it on the side of physics. Huxley brought new evi- dences for it from his studies in biology. Herbert Spencer emphasized and en- Arged it on the side of social science.
 Tn fact, on the basis of what is now known in philosophical slang as mat ural selection" and ''the survival of the httest,'' he produced an absolutely new philosophy of social science which is generally accepted by the thinking world.
 The author of this comprehensive revolution was born in the first quarter of the century (April q, 1920, the son of a poor schoolmaster in Derby. He had few early advantages His educa- ton comprised only q smattering of the dead languages and no knowledge of the living ones, not even German, the lack of which he freely deplored. In his seventeenth year he became an en- gineer and followed that calling for eight years.
 Tn bis leisure hours he interested him self in the study of social science, the first fruits of which appeared in 1855, $in "Sociai Statics," book which, ap- bearing four years before ''The Origin of Species,'' dimly anticipated some of Darwin's conclusions, flor it purported to interpret the phenomena of mind on the general principle of evolution.
 The book was received with curiosity and approval by the learned and pro- gressive, with scorn or neglect by the Iunlearned and the conservative. The IDarwinian controversy, which set all IEngland by the ears, attracted cer- tain sensational reclame for Herbert Spencer, who, through lectures and miscellaneous writings, was gradually pushing himself forward as one of the most energetic and able advocates of the new doctrines.
 Best of all, MT. Spencer lived to see the world, which on it's lower but more numerously populated levels had been inclined to hoot at him. turn around
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
TIMELY TOPICS

Good quality and low prices is what the Shapiro Furniture Co say of their goods. Ranges and folding beds.
 Grieve. Bisset & Hplland give some suggestions to ladies which will be a help in selecting gifts.
 Holly, evergreen wreathing, palms, ferns, primroses, etc, at John L. .Saxe's South Main street.
 J. Hubar & Go will advance money on all kinds of personal property. Busi- ness confidential.
 If you are going to buy slippers it will pay you to take look at Jackles's 9tock.
 Gloves, any style, any price at Reid X Hughes, and you will have no trouble changing them if they do not fit.
 The Colby Sherwood Go have been pleasing the public with an excellent quality of shoes for seventeen years, and expect to continue. The Mller x Peck Go have a new line of silks that would make suit able Christmas gifts.
 Every article bought at the Famous
 
 just half price,
 Extra attractions in boys goods at J. R. Mullings x Sons for next two weeks. Mothers take notice.
 Pork Joins Sc pound; fresh should CTS 7c; legs lamb 1Oc at Castles mar kot
 There is a great cut in prices at R. R. Harder's pre-inventory sale. No shop-worn articles in stock.
 The regular soc underwear for men, | fleece lined, plain or ribbed, is marked 39c at Currans. 1 The Union Supply Co will give S6 worth of stamps with a combination order of 75c. 1 Handkerchiefs, muff1ers and um, brellas at Mailhiots. They guarante, l lower prices than can be had else, where
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
We Are the Leaders


 Others must follow. as our knowledge of the business dates from childhood; even our grandfathers were interested in this line, on the other side; and our close and cash buying enables us to sell better goods for less money than any of our competitors in the city These prices will prevail for this week:
 Wilson's, That's All'' .....:... S5c Wilson's Original 1a-pint Flasks <. 25c Hunters Baltimore Rye .......... DOC Monogram Pure Rye. full quart .. 5Oc Shiedam Holland Gin, full quart. Toe Imp Italian Marsalle ............ 75c
 Our California Wines 75c and $1.00 per gallon and up. We also carry the leading brands of liquors. such as Old Crow. Golden Wedding, James B. Pep per, Belle of Nelson, all over z years old. Come, give us a trial and con- vince yourself and you will agree with Us that We are the leaders.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
MONEY ADVANCED PRIVATELY
On Trip From Arctic Regions.

BALTIMORE, Dec. 1.-The passen- gers and crew of the North German Lloyd steamship Hanover, which has just arrived here, were treated to a novel sight while off the Newfound- land banks, where large iceberg was sighted, and on the great mountain of ice, perambulatiWs about from cliff to cliff, were six large polar bears.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
ALEXANDRA IN PERIL
Fire Tn English Queens Bed
 room at Sandringham.
BURNING APARTMENT COLLAPSED.
Awakened by Miss TxnoIIys, Her Majesty and the Secretary Es- capped In Their Night Robes
 Not n Moment Too Soon.

LONDON. Dec. 11.-Queen Alexan- dra narrowly escaped serious injury and possi> death by a fire at Sand ringham pal~ce which started in the bedroom of Miss Charlotte Knollys, la dy of the bedchamber to the queen. 1t communicated in few minutes to the adjoining apartment of Queen Alexan@ dra, where she lay asleep.
 Queen Alexandra had q very narrow escape. Miss Knollys was fortunately awakened by the smoke in her bed room, which Is immediately below the chamber occupied by her majesty. Miss Knollys rushed upstairs to the queens apartment and aroused her majesty. Both the queen and her secretary, who were clad only in dressing gowns, es- capped from the burning room not mo- ment too soon, as the floor of the
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
UMBRELLA
 And Trunk Sale.

This is the only UMBRELLA and TRUNK -Aore in the city where you can buy the best UMBRELLAS and TRUNKS at HALF PRICH because our rent Is cheaper and our expenses are less. It will pay you to call and see our line and prices. CERTAIN LY, we repair and recover Umbrellas and Trunks in best manner for little price. Remember the place, ST East Main street, by the Immaculate Con- ception church. Broadway Umbrella and Trunk StOr
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
Larrest Trolley Bridge.

CUYAHOGA FALLS, O., Dec. H. The big Gorge bridge over the Cuya- hoga river near here, crossed for the first time by the Northern Ohio com pany's electric cars, is the largest in America for use of electric lines. 1t is over 400 feet long and no feet in haiohf
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
Miss Gillespie Is Dead.

RISING SUM. Ind, Dec, 11.--Miss Gillespie, the young woman who was shot by an unknown assassin while sitting by her window two days ago, is dead. The murderer has not been MxxAakad.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
The Queens JeweIry.

Queen Alexandra, on state occasions, wears much jewelry, but it is invariably of one or another uniform kind, with out mixture of color. Usually the queen wears diamonds or pearls.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

FOR U. s. ARMY: able bodied unmarried men. between ages of. 21 and 35; citizens of United States of good character and tenn. perate habits, who can speak, read and write English. For information apply RECRUITING OFFICER, :, S9O Chapel St, New Haven, 66 State St. Hartford, 1922 Main St Bridge port, or 199 Bank St, Waterbury, Conn.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
THE DAWN OF UNIVERSAL PEACE
By BARoN DE coNsTANT. French statesman

f&N N progress other treaties of similar G$E#I with Italy, Holland, Sweden and Norway. There
 nothing in the way to speedy conclusion of such treaty with Italy months perhaps earlier the clauses will be settled and the agreement published
 As regards Holland the government of that country we'll of Sweden and Norway willing make of arbitration long ago. but no by This now being done.
 The United HELPED THE CAUSE of peace by sub
 hitting The Hague tribunal and believe American would do we'll with Europe On this ground have been invited visit America next shall the St. Louis fair and deliver series of lectures the subject.
 MY MAIN OBJECT WILL BE TO OBTAIN THE FORMATION IN A coNoREssMEN FAVORABLE TO AR wilt FRANCE AND HELP MOVEMENT WoRLoWIpE ADOPTION OF ARBITRATION BETWEEN NATIONS.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

WANTED-Cood men on weekly salary
 w to solicit ordinary and industrial Insurance for the Prevalent Savings Life Insurance Go. Agents who arc tired of paying for lapses are invited to call at our office, from 10 9 a. m. or 5 to 6 p. n.. room TO- o5 Bank St. 10-8.tf
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

ElOR SALE--Just outside of city, two I acres of. land. 7-room house and barn.. some fruit and good driving horse. buggy and harness, all in first class shape. at bargain il. sold soon. Just the place you will want in the spring, and If not particular about being on the Green. can suit yous in one, two or three-family houses. in easy reach of Center. J. E. Sandiford. Real Estate and Insurance. loo Bank, room {,
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

0LD gas and electric fixtures made to " look like new a. half regular cost Waterbury Electric Plating and Chandelier Co.,, Moriartys building, East Main street. Work guaranteed, called for and delivered. Telephone 243-l5. Il-o-tf
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

HAVE just fitted up-to-date Chandelier III works. All kinds of brassware refin- ished. Flat irons polished. c. w. Mes ser, Phoenix Avenue.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

CtHRlSTMAS PRESENTS -Mandolins. " Guitars. Violins, Accordions. Music Boxes, Music Rolls, Occarinas. Harmoni- cas. Banios. Autoharps, Drums, Leather Cases. Music Cabinets, Strings. We have the finest assortment in to wn. F, H. Lewis & Co.,, 24 East Main street. 12-8-i5
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

FoR s:s.. sALE-My hone hone, Nc $ Kellq9gs' 9Es house is practically new, finished through out in hard woods, four fireplaces fine oak mantels, three bath rooms, two of which have Tennessee mar ble wanscottings, tll8 floors and up 10 date fixtures, ceilings and side walls burlaped. Onaccount of leaving town will sell at bargain. small pay ment down, if desired 5 per cent interest on balance. The location is one of the very best in the city. which will be seen by q visit to the place. A fine home for any one who buys it. Do not let this oppor- tunity go by If you are looking for a home. For further information write me at Fulton. N. Y, JAMES V. WASHBURNE.
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

WANTED--Agent 10 canvass for Pio-
 lures. Crayons and goods on the in stallrnent pan.. Inquire l27 North Elm street evenings. E. Berman. lo-23-tf
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

DiANOS, Pianos, Pianos, Pianos. Buy Il one for Xmas. We have an elegant assortment of the highest grades. Our prices are, absolutely the lowest, and our new easy payment system will please you. F. H. Lewis & Co.,, 24 East Main street.
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

W WANTED--Anyone looking for an over w coat, and to save money at the same time, to call and inspect our misfits. Also our line of secondhand overcoats, many worn short time only. Vim. Possner. 3o3 Bank street. o-2o-f
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

FoR 8ALE---Special. Ao-morrow only. I Handsome upright piano. for $1So. Brand new. We'll worth $500. Just the thing for a Xmas present. Forbes Music House, South Main and Scoviil streets.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

DIANO BARGAIAS-Upright Pianos for I $ioo. $l5o. $2oo, $225. up 10 $500. Sold on easy payments No collectors. Square Pianos. $25, $50, $75. Easy terms. Organs, $5. $lo. $25. For genu- inc piano bargains come to us. F. H. Lewis & Co.,, 24 East Main street. l2-lS-iSs
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

yTTANTED-Horse to keep for board, w during winter. Address Boston In stallnent Co.,, 127 North Elm street.
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
Admiral Gherardi Dead.

? STAMFORD, Conn, Dec, 11,-Rear Admiral Bancroft Gherardi is dead, aged seventy-one He had been serious ly i'll since last Monday from an at. tack of nephritis, following long ill., ness from diabetes. He had lived here since his retirement from active service in the navy in 1894 His son, Lieuten- ant Walter Gherardi, U. $. N., station ed in Washington, was at his bedside during his fatal sickness.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

ITO RENT-3 unfurnished rooms, suita- 1 ble for light housekeeping. Rent req sonable to American couple. M. K. Pease, 7 Sunnyside Ave. 1928
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

Everybody who owns dog
 w that is of any value to his owner to cal on Younnans. 25i South Main Street and have name, residence and registered number marked on collar. Collar alone will not protect your pets. 9-l2-tf
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
POPULAR PENNY .A.WORD ADVSI
FOR SHLE.

BROADWAY Livery. Boarding and Feed D Stable. Two good cheap horses tor sale and one horse, weight i,2OO. F. C, Kilbourn, rear Polls.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

WANTED-The patrons of Avery's
 W Lunch Room to know that Mir Avery has discontinued serving regular dinners. He has turned his place into first-class 50 and l0c lunch room. We are making speciality of 5c dishes. 50 Dishes-A dish of good Beef Stew, Roast Beef Hash. Baked Beans. Clam Chowder. 1Oc. We serve meals cooked to order from l5c to 25c. Give us trial, Avery's Lunch Room, 236 South Main street, opposite Union street.
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

WANTED-To sell the best made
 w Watches. Chains, Rings. or any other jewelry at the lowest prices. All work wa5ranted as represented or money refunded. Repairing in all it's branches. Work called for and delivered free of charge. B. Ruby, l72 South Main Street.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

XXTANTED-At once, purchasers for bal
 w ance of our stock. 200 up-to date belt overcoats at half price. Goods will be sold at any reasonable figure. Old Rink Building. l86 Bank street. l2-8-6
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
Union Hatters Not Employed.

NEW YORK, Dec. 11.-Followins the strike of 15O of its employees, mem
 bers of the United Matters Union of North America, the Knox Hat company has retaliated by declaring in printed resolutions that never again will it em, ploy member of the hatters' union and that henceforth Its factory will be conducted Independent of union juris. diction.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

EOUND--A black and white bull terrier. I J. Murphy, Oakville. It
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
LATE WANTS.

Y oST-A Fox Terrier dog. Finder will I De rewarded by returning him to g Jewelry street. l2-ll-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

pUMMAGE SALE-For benefit of tho AU Mill Plain chapel, now going on at 2S Harrison avenue. Will be open all day Friday. T2-io-2
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

no YOU want truss If so go to Water D bury Drug Co.,, corner East Main and Spring streets, and get the advice of an ex- perienced truss man, who has sold hun oreds of trcsses to satisfied customers.
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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

LNOR SALE will arrive in Waterbury I December IA. with FOUR THOUSAND CHRISTMAS TREES FROM MAINE. Who olesale and retail. All sizes. l20 to i28 South, Main street. c. L. Elliot. w. August Stevens. agent. ll-1o-i0
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
FOR REp8.

EOR RENT-75 High street. four rooms; I improvements. Al2.lO.6
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

IoR RENT--Several desirable rents. In II quire Frank B. ONeill. v Bank street. l2-5-tf
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

WANTED-Old soldiers and widows ot w soldiers to know that secure pen sions witfou delay. Pension vouchers ex ecuted. George Robbins. 63 Center street. (Post 49. C. A. RI Insurance. notary public. l2-3l-ly
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

EOR SALE-English and Fitch ferrets I L. B.Atwood. 83 Cole street. o-i6.M
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

WANTED-Three gentlemen boarders at
 w l3l Bishop street. Five minutes. walk from Waterbury Manufacturing Co.,. Clock Shop or Scovill's. l2-9-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11
LIyFTLE WHDgS.

w ANTED-Youn man, also young
 w lady, to canvass for large concern. $2.5o per day guaranteed for first 20 days. Chance for. advancement. Deposit for outfit required. Call at once. Matthew Stieber, Bank hotel i2-o-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

FTNO ORENT--Furnished room, suitable for I one or two gentlemen. No. l2 Spen- Ger avenue, second floor. 12-ll-3
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-12-11

DOARDERS WANTED. Apply at g D Meadow street. l2-9-6