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The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1904-04-01

Decorate for Virginia day." says the
Newport News Press-yes, stree! Darn
the after effects.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1904-04-01

Mr. Bryan now has less respect than
ever for judges and courts.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1904-04-01
Personal and General.

King Peter. of Selyia. has Just about
had finished one Of the finest crowns In
existence from an artistic standpoint,
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1904-04-01
.BAHEN MAKES A (. s;
A HOT SPEECH s; |: { 8
CONTINUED From First Page2

s,,hstituto the figures given IN inc I1rst
table above for those suggested by inc
city engineer, and before tho motion was
nut a brief. but breezy, debate ensuea'
Mr.. Bahen Stirred Up.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1904-04-01

F II is now up to the Democratic party
to make a plan for itself, and this can
more easily be done than could be done
If the Legislature had passed an objec-
tionable bill.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1904-04-01

The tax question Is always interesting
and always a proper subject for discus
sion. A correspondent discussing that
subject submits the following proposi-
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1904-04-01

The trouble about the Hearst boom Is
that every man who becomes Hearst
boomer puts himself under suspicion.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
Fhe Clock Habit.

s'Did you ever have the clock habit?" asked South slider of friend the other day, according to the Chicago Inter Ocean. Well, then, don't get it. See this watch?" he said as he pulled pret- ty time-piece from his pocket. It's a good one, but it costs me lotsto of time. I live within walking distance of the loop. Coming downtown each morning I pass, before get to my office, seven public clocks and one jewellers chro- nometer The chronometer is the last on the route. The first clock is in the tower of the Twelfth street station. always stop to see if my watch agrees with it. Just north of Twelfth street is another, a dead one. It doesn't both CT me, although l always look at it. Near Jackson boulevard is another When strike from the lake front into the loop district I run into swarm of them. I've got the habitso badly that I have to compare my watch with every one of them. don't know how much time lose. but l do know can't help keeping tab on those dials.''
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05

they have Q trick of thrusting their heads upwards as they run, making slashing cuts at any object in their path. As soon as the dogs begin chasing the peccaries, the old and experienced hunter retires to some point of vantage, such as stump or log, where he is out of harms way. Here he waits his chance and picks off the scurrying peccaries with his rife as they bolt across the clearings.
 Peccary meat is very sweet and rich, and is much sought after by the Brazil fans. It is far less fat, and altogether more "gamey," than pork or bacon Not infrequently peccaries are taken alive in pitfalls, and after being con fined in pen for few weeks they be- come quite tame, and will fatten read fly. The planters have habit of keep ing two or three of these tame pee carries in the same enclosures with do- mestic hogs. They say that the cate tos keep the hogs from quarreling amongst themselves, and that this makes them fatten more quickly.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
A CHRISTOPHER RACE.
1t Was Won by John W. Maclxay Be- cause the Professor Got the
 Wrong Bottle.

Mackay was an early riser, a hard worker, and, although exceedingly hos pitable, was him of abstemious and could seldom be induced to play cards for money, and then for only nominal stakes, relates the San Francisco Call. The only game that seemed to attract him was the "grasshopper race" with which the mining superintendents on the Comstock beguiled a portion of the noon hour, while waiting for luncheon at the Savage company hoisting house. Boys caught grasshoppers and sold them to the players at 25 and 50 cents each. Each player paid fixed stake, ranging from one dollar to $20, into the pool, and the man whose hopper made the longest jump captured the pool. On the day be- fore Christmas it was agreed to celebrate that holiday with 8 pool the stakes in which were to be s100 for each player. The terms were play or pay" and at the instance of a German professor who was superintendent of a leading mine each man was allowed to use any means that he might devise to stimulate his grass hopper. The professor was so full of his scheme to scientifically capture the thousand-dollar pool-for there were ten .entries-that he communicated it to young asSayer, who was not grass hopper plunger. The professor had ex- perimented and ascertained that grass hopper who was touched by a feather dipped in weak solution of aqua am- monia would jump for his life. The young man also experimented, and as a result he filled bottle of the same size and appearance with cyanide of potas4 sium and manageable substitute 1t for the other in the professors laboratory. The next day, when the professor, after much boasting about his scientific attain ments, dipped a feather in the substi- tuted bottle and touched his insect with it the grasshopper rolled over as dead as salt mackerel, amid the roars of the crowd. Mackays hopper won the biz pool, and two widows, whose husbands had been killed in the Yellow Jacket mine, received a gift of $500 each from an unknown source.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
HEARD IN PASSING

As to the public of Panama, Presi- dent Roosevelt rests on the theory that necessity is the mother of invention.- Anaconda Standard.
 After child has grown too old to put his whole heart into a letter to Santa Claus he should never give free expression to his desire on paper again as long as he lives.-New Haven Union.
 With the Adams Bxpress shares up at 230, it seems as if tho company might be able to afford adequate safes for the money 1t handles and not make it's employees carry hundreds of dollars about for cafe keeping alone at night Hartford Courant.
 What is more disgusting than a wo- man splitting on the sidewalk except woman smoking; or more disgusting than 8 woman smoking except wo- man swearing; or more disgusting than a woman swearing except 8 woman drunk ?-Hartford Post.
 If anybody had prophesied in Presi- dent Cleveland's times that before the world was thirty years older the United States would have navy stronger than any other afioat except England's, he would have been thought crazy or a fool. Yet that is what is coming to pass, Senator Hale says.-Hartford Courant.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05

The message of Mayor Elton will be read with interest by all the people of Waterbury, irrespective of party, com ing as it does from republican mayor, and he one of only three republicans that the city has had at the head of municipal affairs in twenty-five years or whereabouts. There is nothing very startling in the message and 1t Is more in the nature of quiet chat like the father of family might indulge in to the members of his household Very few recommendat tions are made, which goes to show that the new mayor is going to feel his way and make sure of his footing before plunging in too deeply. Perhaps the most radical sug- gestion, and one which 1t is difficult to understand, is the one where he says new and up to date methods Of bookkeeping will be in- troduced in the offices at City hall
 This perhaps is not intended as a re- lection on the retiring officials or their methods, for 1t has been said that the system now in vogue in City hall is not only up to date. but far better than
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05

Mayor Nlton should get good results from his boards the coming two years Most of them are well known business and professional men that have made marked success Of their own affairs. It remains to be seen if they can do as we'll for the city. They will have the best wishes of all good citizens for an economical administration of affairs. and Mayor Elton has seen to 1t that none of the late administration demo crats will be around to hold up or ham, per the new boards in their work. even if they 50 wished.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
THE JANUARY AMERICAN BOY

THE JANUARY AMERICAN BOY.
 The American Boy for January contains five complete short stories, namely: "The Defender of Aracena,' by William Murray Graydona New Mexican Indian story; 'TThe Boy of Many Tongues by the author of 'Dicky Downey'-s school story; '.An Adventure With Wolves" by To n Chapman-an animal story; "A Real Pirate by George H. Coomer--a story of the sea; and My First Steeple Chase by T. H. DonaIdson-an Eng fish story of sport It also contains further chapters of Kirk Munroes fine story "The Blue Dragon" and the edi- tor's, Three Yankee Boys in Ireland" Illustrated leading articles of great in terest to everybody are entitled: Phil
 adelphia's New Year Frolic;' "Sons of Fighting Sires;' '.Britain's Boy Sol diers;' Boy Firemen;'' Boy Drum mers and Buglers:''"A A Burial at sea- and Missing Links Games and sport are represented by the following title "How to Become Strong By the Use of Dumb-bells;'' "A season on the British Cinderpath;" by an ex-captain of the University of Pennsylvania track team; .'The Drawing Room Ma ician;" How to Make the Kicking Donkey" "A Link Paper Chain," and "The Biograph." Tn addition there are such titles as Boys Books Review ed;" Stamps, Coins and Curios;" 'The Boy Photographer Boys in the Home and School;' Boy Money Max ers;" sThe American Boy Lyceum;"
 American Boy Contests;" American Boy Legion of Honor Roll;;' Puzzles and scores of sub-titles. This num- Der contains seventy-five illustrations, each one of interest to a boy. Sub scription price $1.O0 SPRAGUE PUBLISHING co, Detroit, Mich.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
THE FIRST OF JANUARY

brings change in our city govern ment The incoming officials will be receiving the congratulations and we'll wishes of their friends. The defeat ed candidates will think of the words, modified, of Wolsey: 70 how wretch ed is that poor man that hangs on the public's fayors! There is, betwixt that smile We would aspire to. that sweet aspect of politicians, and their ruin, more bangs and fears than wars or women have: and. when he drops his 'boodle,' like 2 pebble dropped in the ocean, never seen again" He has his home. however: there. among his true. reliable friends. he can enjoy peace and comfort around his own fire. made with BROWNS QUICK FIRE CHARCOAL. and ignore the deceits of the world.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05

state of San Paulo-consists for the most part of roots, berries, worms, and insects These it grubs out of the ground with its snout, after the man. ner of pigs the world over The droves have no settled runs, but wander about wherever fancy dictates, remaining in a district just so long as food is plentiful. The catetos often do very serious dam- age to cultivation, for when they dis cover corn or sugar plantation, they are sure to destroy large quantities of the crop. Moreover, if their incursions are not summarily dealt with, they will remain in the neighborhood until the entire plantation is destroyed. Thus it happens that peccary hunting is very necessary, as well as very popular sport among the Brazilian farmers.
 The common peccary is by no means a large animal. It seldom weighs more than from 35 to 40 pounds, although there is another species, occasionally met.with, which reaches twice that size. Peccaries lack, too, the sharp out-grow- ing tusks which make the Old World boars such formidable opponents. Yet piggy peccary'' is one of the "gamest" creatures imaginable. Given fair chance he will make hard fight gainst any number of odds. Both the panther and the jaguar. the "oncas" of the native dia- lect, are very fond of peccary meat. They will follow herd for weeks and months together, on the chance of picking up straggler now and then. But the pee carries are such fierce fighters that the big cats are afraid to attack them in the open. or when two or more are to- gether.
 From these facts it will be seen that peccary hunting is anything but tame sport. The cateto is one of the very few animals that will face dog without fiinching, and peccary hunt is usually both dangerous and fatiguing. About ten or 12 dogs are set upon the trail of a drove, the huntsmen following, as best they may, on foot. When the dogs come up with the peccaries, the little anf- malls turn to bay in a closely packed, squealing crowd. Often the veteran boars of the herd rush out upon their canine enemies, and 1t is seldom that a hunt passes without one or more dogs being killed or badly injured. Careless and inexperienced huntsmen are also 1ia- ble to be badly mauled, for the peccaries seem incapable of fear, and rush madly at any moving object, be 1t dog or man. Their teeth are exceedingly sharp, and
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
.PECCARY HUN ING|
Exciting Sport Found in the Wood.
 ed Districts of Brazil.
The Wild Hogs of south America Ars Savage Fighters, Though Small -~Are g Toothsome Article
 of Diet.

The big porkers of the American farmer which tip the scales at any
 where from 200 to 500 pounds have g diminutive cousin in Brazil by the name of peccary, that is good eating and exciting to hunt. Although not found on the open plains, or campos. these animals occur plentifully in all the wooded districts of Brazil. In the more populous regions, where cultiva- ton Is in progress, they roam about in small droves or punches from four to seven. But in the wild districts. where the forest is virgin, large herds of 50 or more individuals are comm only met with. The food of the cateto-as the common peccary Is called through the
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
She Couldn't Attend.

The late Sir Antoine Dorion, chiei justice of Quebec, was once invited te some annual function, but Lady Dorion who was dead, was invited likewise. Sil Antoine accepted for himself, but de- clined for her ladyship on the ground that she was in the cemetery. The next year, however, the same mistake was made. so the old judge wrote back to the aid-de-camp in waiting: aSir An toine Dorion accepts etc., but her lady ship being still in St. Anne's cemetery Sir Antoine is compelled again to de- cline the invitation for her"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05

On the stock exchange 1904 prom ises better than 1903. We are now on much lower and more substantial basis than a year ago; stocks have passed from weak into strong hands, and liquidation has run It's painful but beneficial course, says Banker Clews. This fact seems to have had an inn portant bearing In governing the policy of the big leaders who permitted, if not encouraged, the excessive declines of. 1903. After depreciation of some thing like $3,5O0, 100000 in securities a very considerable recovery Is inevi- table once the important weak spots have been practically eliminated. Anx- iety concerning the money market has disappeared, and leading bankers dis play much more confidence rewarding the future. Loans continue at very high figures, probably on account of syndicate extensions, but as these are we'll backed they excite no concern. Crop demands for money are now safe ly passed, and as soon as the January disbursements, estimated at nearly O,0O0, 900, are over We are likely to witness easier money rates and rising bank averages. Many standard rail road properties have been selling much below intrinsic merit, not infrequently on a 5 per cent basis, and these are likely to first feel the stimulus of easier money. The offerings of new bond issues on 3 larger scale than for many months are practical evidence of the greater confidence amongst bank CTS regarding the financial situation.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
sfllx iron, Wood.

A plant for making silk from wood, erected near Sydowsaue, Germany, is at present turning out 50 pounds Of skein silk 3 day, which product can be increased in quantity to 2,O0O pounds. The silk is soft in texture and creamy in color Each thread is made up of 1s single strands. A single strand is hardly perceptible to the naked eye. In strength 1t is but one-third that of the real silk. When woven into pieces the new substi- tute is said to have the appearance ot real silk
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05

any of past years, which shows that the retiring officials kept abreast of the times. Mayor Elton and the men he will draw around him may have better ways, and If 50 they will be gladly hailed, as will anything that may be for the good of the taxpayers. The eyes Of the community are turned to- ward Mayor Elton and the men he has chosen to conduct the affairs of the city for che next two years.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05

The leaders ofsthe republican party in congress are attempting to make the people of the country believe that the democrats are opposed to the construction of the Isthmian canal, simply because they are criticising the action of the present administra ton in it's relation to the recent secession of Panama from the parent government of Colombia Tn their opposition of President Roosevelt's course at Pana- ma the democrats of the senate are not opposing or antagonizing the con struction of the Isthmian canal. The most earnest advocates of the water way, who have proved their devotion to this great enterprise by years of effort, are among those who most ear nestly condemn the course of the ad- ministration. The position taken by the democratic senators relates more to the governmental condition of the United States than to our relations with any foreign power or our interest in the construction of the canal If no other law be passed or no treaty with either Colombia or Panama be ratified there will still be no retarda- ton in the construction of an Isthmi- an canal unless the president of the United States refuses to execute the law already on the statute books, which provided both the authority of
 the Nicaragua canal the negotiation and the money for the constructor of the Nicaragua canal, the negotiations with Colombia having failed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
Conscientious Tommy

Teacher-Thomas you have been ab- sent from school for two weeks. Have you an excuse?
 Tommy Tucker-No, ma Jam, I guess I hain't got any. I was sick abed all the time with bad cold, but nav says it's all my own fault-Ckicago Tri- bune.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
Equeatrian Statues.

South American cities have many equestrian statues, but the most notable is that of Bolivar, the Venezuelan lib- orator, which has prominent place in one of the parks of Caracas. It is esti- mated that there are almost 400 eques. trian statues in the world. At present Washington has eight, or one-fiftieth of the entire number scattered among the cities of all countries.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
TUESDAY, JANUARY 5, 1904.

Mayor Mbon at least believes in the old adage that a new broom should sweep clean. Not one of the old dem ocrats have been reappointed to the several boards It would be interest ing to know just how many Of his ap- pointees voted for the democratic can- didate for mayor last October.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
To Juane a Hook.

When book raises your spirit and in- spires you with noble and courageous feelings, seek for no other rule to judge the work by; it is good, and made by good workman.-Bruyere
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
The Difference,

The difference between salary and wages is precisely the difference be- tween accepting a job and getting job.--Detroit Free Press
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05

GALL AND SEE our display of Poultry, best in the city, to be sold at Fsowest cash prices. A full line of first iclass Turkeys, Chickens, Fowl, Geese land Ducks. We also have a full line of ESea Food. Large Escallops 4Oc quart. bFULTON MEAT AND FISH MAR nSET, 25s-60-62 Cherry st; phone. 213-4.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
Alwayn Helpsul.

Books are delightful when prosperity happily smiles; when diversity threat ems, they are inseparable comforters.- Richard Anngervyle.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
NECESSITIES.

We have nearly 175 Comfortables which you may have now it a right price to make room for Iron Beds and Mattresses and other goods. These are of the best materials, but the price will attract you.
 If you are thinking of an Iron Bed we can beat any price you can get in Waterbury. Tn Spring Beds we always lead and always will.
 CASH OR CREDIT. Boston Mattress Co.,, 25O East Main St
 I. HoRTNBEIN.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
BOOKS GIVEN AWAY.

Every advertiser in the Democrats Penny Word Column from this date to the amount of 25c or more will be given a book free of charge.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
Must Re Some Mistake.

They tell me that Guzzle has q per. feet horror of water remarked Tred- way.
 70, I guess not" replied Brisbane. "He buys stocks. Detroit Free Press.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY

Take Laxative Promo Quinine Tab- lets. All druggists refund the money If it fails to cure. E. w. Groves sig
 nature is on each box. 25c.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05

4 is one of the possible results of every purchase of cheap, unreliable TRUNKS or UMBRELLAS. We would like to have your attention to the large. best line of UMBRELLAS and TRUNKS we are offering. Once tried, you will come again. Why? Because We manufacture all our own goods and guarantee to keep in repair free of charge all Umbrellas purchased from us.
 Umbrellas recovered and repaired while you wait in the best manner at the lowest prices.
 153 Bank st. opp Waterbury Ma tionai bank. formerly cor Bank and Grand. Telephone 119-2. Trunks repaired
 Waterbury Umbrella and Trunk Mfr.
 Telephone 1922 Trunks and Bags repaired.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05

Taking Their Daily Outing with good. safe horse to drive would save the ladies many doctors feeA Fresh air Is natures tonic. and you get your rig from this stable.
 l. D. PlININE |, scoVILI ST.
 Horses given the best of care
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1904-01-05
DIRECTORY. OF Reliable Specialists IN WATERBURY.

KURTEN's HORSE MART Auction Sale every Tuesday at l p. n.
 Rain or Shine. SOUTH END STABLES, opposite Eagle Brewing Go.
The Elbert County tribune., 1904-04-21
FELT TENTS NO NOVELTY.
Have Long Been Used as Shelter for
Campaigning Soldiers.

A Copenhagen dispatch tells OF a
Dane who has invented a new military
tent fashioned of felt. Possibly there
may he some new method of treating
the material. but felt tents are not c
new device. They played their part
in eastern history at a date sufficient.
ly late to be in most peoples recollec-
tion. The Turcoman tribes of Trans,
caspia not to seek further. have used
tents of felt for ages. The use of them
had a curious effect upon Russian
expedition thirty-fve years ago. Gen.
Lomakin assailed the stronghold OF
the Tekkes and fired in terrific volleys
OF grape and shell among the tents OF
felt. But no serious damage seems to
have been done. and when the troop.
attempted the storming of the fel. en-
campment they were repulsed and fled
in wild panic.
The Elbert County tribune., 1904-04-21
Korean Mournint,.

When Koreans don mourning til,
first stage demands hat as large a;
n diminutivo open clothes basket. II
is four feet In circumference and com
pletely conceals the face, which is hid
den further by a piece of coarse lawr
stretched upon two sticks, and held
just below the eyes. In this stage
nothing whatever of the face may be
seen. The second stage is denoted by
the removal of the screen. The third
period is manifested through the re-
placement of the inverted basket by
the customary headgear, made in
straw color. The ordinary head GOV
ering takes the shape of the high
crowned hat worn by Welsh women
with broad brim, made in blaci
gauze upon bamboo frame.