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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-01-20

worst in the world, but the best this side of the
isthmus-one Is the residence Of bishop Jonquito
and the third is a private dwelling house
THE CrTY'S MEAN WATER SUPPLY.
In every other building the supply is
strfcted to what can be caught and stored In rain
barrels and to what is purchased from the vendors
OF water, whose barrel carts constantly peram-
bulating about the streets Just outside the main
city along the line of the railroad and IN the
est part Of the native section. is line Of I'M
slightly water holes dignihed by the name Of wells
Ihese holes are unprotected; about them live tho
most depraved of the native and negro inhabitants
the surroundings are indescribabiy squalid and
filthy: but this is Panana's only source OF fresh
water supply, aside from the rain water All day
long line of two wheeled barrel carts drawn by
mules and ponies larger than the ponies Of Shet-
land, joys out TO these water holes There the
barrels are filled and returning. the line Of carts
hawked at five cents Colombian silver the two
gallon measurefuL In the dry season. when the
has TO rely upon ese holes and the price of water
Jumps enormously, having gone high 60 cents
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-01-20
DRAFTS FOR MACHEN.
Sensational Testimony at Postal
TriaL-4n Inspector accused.

Washington. Jan. 1s-The trial OF August w.
Machen and the others indicted with him for con-
spiracy TO defraud the government proceeded rap
idly to-day. The government put in evidence a
number OF documents having a direct bearing on
the dealings of the Grofr brothers with Machenz
division in the Postofice Department. and bank
officials gave testimony concerning the deposits OF
the Groffs and the checks drawn against these de-
posits.
The fact was brought out by two witnesses rep
resenting firms which manufactured the Croft fas-
tener that the price 10 the Groffs OF the complete
fastener Is cents. with rebate Of five cents
each fastener conditioned prompt settlement
of bills The price at which the fasteners fur
nshed to the government at first was fixed at
81 30 EACH but later 1t reduced to 81 % each.
furry created at one stage OF the proceed
ings when Mr.. Kumler. representing the Lorenzes,
complained to the court that Postoffice Inspector
Walter S. Mayer had been talking to witnesses be-
fore they came on the stand. Mayer denied the
charge When subsequently the matter cropped out
again, and Mr.. KuInler said he had positive in
formation that Mayer had committed the offence.
Justice Prttchard rsbuked the inspector and warned
him against Its repetition. District Attorney Beach
demanded affidavit to prove the assertion, which
Mr. Kumler said he would furnish later in the day.
but the matter was apparently allowed to drop. as
the affidavit was not presented.
Raymond Keebles. of Jenney. Steinmetz & Co.
of Philadelphia, next testified. He formerly was
connected with the Wilmington Malleable Iron
ro as aan T s was made Later it w 9a d
justed TO Is cents, and cash rebate OF five cents
tS Cor aDd the Dn company
made the fasteners. he said. for d. B. Groff. Mr..
Taggart read various orders to the Groffs for
fasteners together with the amounts received by
them. The orders were marked correct" with
Machen's name hereunder together with the ap-
prevail Of the First Assistant Postmaster General
John c. Ecklon. cashier of the Second National
Bank. of this city testified to knowing Diller B..
Croft. and to knowing Samuel A Croft by sight
only. He he said. familiar with the signature
OF the Croft brothers. Both. he said, de-
positors Of his bank. The account of Samuel A.
Croft the witness explained In detail To the wit
ness was shown the stub book OF MS bank, and he
identified entry dated April 16. 1902 for draft
on the First National Bank OF New-York for 1910
In favor of Machen. The witness also identified a
remittance blank addressed to the Second National
Bank of Toledo transmitting for collection a check
drawn by Martha ]. Lorenz for $3.50 The witness
this check and $120 in cash, furnished by
Emanuel Speich. postoffice employe. purchased
the draft for the s67e
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-01-20
GUILTY OF ATTEMPTED EXTORTION.
Former Manager of Mercantile Agency Con-
victed of Trying to Blackmail His Company

Joseph D. Stinsou. who was Chicago manager for
the International Mercantile Agency. OF No S46
broadway yesterday convicted OF attempted
sxtort,on before Judge Foster. The jury found him
or,,tv with a recommendation TO mercy. and he
was remanded for sentence.
The charge proved was that Stinson. after his
discharge from his place in Chicago. gathered al
legged information and figures derogatory TO the
agency and made a demand on Charles B. Hen
dsrson the manager. for 5000, threatening that II
the money was not paid he would sell ms lnIoznla-
interview In the offices of the company. at No S4o
BroadWay at which a stenographer was present
hidden behind a screen. Stinson renewed his de
mands and threats, and Henderson paid him 500
in marked money. Stinson then arrested
When stlnson obtained his place with the agency
he was recommended by ex-Cfovernors Stone and
Merriam of Pennsylvania: Senators Penrose and
Matthew Quay, and Congressman Griggs.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-01-20

To Prevent the Grip.
Quinins this To get the
Gsnutns. cali for the full 2ae
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-01-20
OIDPANAM ACITY ANDNEW
Ous Inhabitant of Rains of Former
Latter Requires nsformation.

-.o,, SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT OF THE rRIsUSRl
Panama, r. P. December 81
This place more than any other city In America.
u inseparably linked in history with the early days
80. mems presence on the Western Henri
ners Standing upon the highest point OF the
pasao the battery promenade at the barracks. one
=. with the aid OF field glasses. obtain good
- ~ the ruins Of the cathedral tower at "old'
panama four miles away as the crow flies; Elk as
= ,,ust tourney to reach its base The way to
"a" Panama is seldom travelled-one needs a
- with a maehets tor a companion, for three
Is Of that way is through the Jungle and the
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-01-20
Also
Rare Treasures
OLD JAPAN

(.'Of really artistic significance."-
Tibune.)
"Mr. Matsuki's is no commonplace display
Of Mercantile Objects, such as we see not in-
frequently in this city. He is not common
place man, and he has brought to this counr
try examples of class of the Art Of japan
hitherto unknown here."-SPRINGFIEID
REPUBLICAN.
Formed, it is to be inferred, with tho
auction room in view, this collection never.
theless rests not upon plano Of pure COM
mercialism, but upon one Of really artistlo
significance"
"No doubts as to the authenticity Of tho
work it contains are inspired. On the con.
trary, we do not often see in this city
mass Of 0rientalia for sale which is so uni
formly what it assumes to be, that is. Of his
toric and artistic value."1TRIBUNE
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-01-20
OFFICIAL INQUIRY ABOUT RED CROSS.
Senate Adopts Resolution Asking Secretary
of State for Information.

washington. Jan. 19-On motion of Senator Dam
tel the Senate to-day adopted resolution calling
on the Secretary Of State for detailed nforTna-
ton concerning the Red Cross. The resolution
asks whether the State Department has made in
ouiries of foreign governments concerning the So
cietv and whether this government appoints any
of the officials directors. and what financial sup
mort II gives to the society. Inquiry is made also
rresnecting the equipment of the society for nsl1
work how it's accounts kept and audited ano
whether the society has the confidence OF leading
people Of tho country.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-01-20
PEOPLES THEATRE FIRE
BOWERY TRAFFIC TIED UP
FLAMES Leap to IL" Structure-T5ct
Other Buildings DAMAGED.

Elevated trains and surface cars were blocked in
the Bowery yesterday by fire which started in
the Peoples Theatre at No POI Bowerv and snread
70 NOS 0a and &5. Damage to the extent OF thou
sanos OF dollars was done. The flames spread
rapidly because of high wind. The nremen sur
fered greatly
H. =. Miners pharmacy, at No 2os occupies both
noors OF a two story frame building The interior
OF tho upper floor was destroyed and the tw.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-01-20
THE cITy's BAD REPUTATION

THE cITY's BAD REPUTATION.
This city stands upon q volcanic plateau. whose
iAos is several feet above the level of high tide.
a. whose underlying stone forms a natural wall to
80 the tide. which rises and falls average OF
'ut sghteen feet. Slightly TO the westward tow
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

Nothing is more simple TO make
than an omelet. and few things are
more delicious when well made but
for some reason the light, delicate
dish which is met with everywhere in
France seems 10 battle our American
cooks. Milk and -four must be avoid
cd, and the omelet must not be cook
ed until it is hard and dry. Lightness
and dizziness OF hand are prerequisites
to secure the best results. but the
game is essentially worth the candle,
and practice viii make perfect An
omelet must be cooked quickly and in
a large pan Do not mix flour or milk
in 1t under any circums tances. 1t may
be economical. but it makes it heavy.
and thus made has none Of the quail
ties of the omelet in the land Of is
invention. Use eggs only, Beat the
eggs well, yelIows and whites together.
taking care now to beat them until
they are thin and watery For eacl
six eggs heat two tablespoonfuls If
butter in a fryingpa When it is
quite hot put in the beaten eggs. with
salt and pepper With fork bring
the cooked part Of the eggs from the
edge TO the center, and when it is
thickened take hold Of the pan. turn
the omeIet over on the dish, and serve
at once. BY turning over the edges
while the center is still soft the ONE
let will be kept juicy and tender
May Woman's Home Companion.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14
Malaria.

Have you slow and intermittent fever /;
ch.lls creeping mp tho spinal column, espe-
clally 10 the middle Of the day; aching
back and limbs cold hands and feet;
flushed face with burning seuSationl These
are malaria symptoms. DO not delay, but
begin d course Of treatment 10 head of the
disease Pure blood Will Withstand the
attack Of poison better than impure blood;
aud AS pure blood Is the result OF healthy
condition Of the stomach, you should get
The stomach In order tirst. Dr. Caldwells
syrup Pepsin is a perfect stomach remedy,
a gentle laxative and strengthens all Of the
organs Of assimilation Sold by druggists
ald dealers Ia medicines
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

E~ery houseseeper should know
that II they will buy Defiance Cold
water Starch fer laundry use they
win save not only time, because 1t
never sticks 10 the iron. but because
each package contains Is on ---one fun
round while all other Cold Water
s;archos are put up in y pound pack
ages. and the price Is the same, 10
cents Then again because Defiance
Starch IA free from al injurious chem
icals. II your grocer tries 10 sell you
Loo. package il is because he has
a stock on hand which be wishes to
dispose Of before he puts In Defiance.
He knows that Defiance Starch has
printed on every package in large let
terx and figures 10 ozs. Demand
Defiance and save much time ana
money and the anpoyance OF the iron
sticking. Defiance never sticks.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14
Early California Mail Service.

II was not until 1863 that San Fran.
cisco had daily mail service. The
overland trains then brought and took
letters. but how unsatisfactory this
service was at first may be judged
from this little anecdote: A man de
sired TO go East, but not having the
steamer fare, offered to de
liver any and all letters. parcels Of
gold dust and the like for a small sti-
pend For letters he would charge
fifty cents each He got enough or,
ders on the frst day to make up his
fare and leave him a handsome bal.
ance besides.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14
chInese FOSSIL Teeth.

DR. Max SchIosser has made singu-
lar collection of fossil teeth from drug
stores In various parts of China, where
they are sold under the name Of drag
ons' teeth, and are valued for their
supposed curative powers. Upon eX.
aiming them DR.. Schlosser found that
they are the remains of many species
of extinct animals, such as the
ancestral forms Of camels, saber-tooth-
ed tigers, three-toed horses and other
creatures Of ancient times, some o.
which, like the ancestral forms of cam.
els and antelopes, were supposed TO
have had their original home in Amer
lea and in Africa. Judging from the
quantities of these teeth sold. Or.
Schlosser thinks they must exist in
enormous numbers in some parts Of
the Chinese empire.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

Apart from his wife and mother.
who are said to be the only members
OF his family In whom the czar can
place implicit trust. his only other bos-
ON. friend Is Prince Ukhtomsky, the
proprietor and editor Of the Welcomes
II. which Is the organ looked to
throughout the whole empire as the
real exponent OF opinion In court cir
Giles. The prince accompanied the
car when still czarevitch on his tour
in the Far East, and afterward wrote
a most high-falutin' book about 1t. An
unsparing critic Of England, he is also
a Teutophobe of the first water, and
ascribes all the present troubles to the
Chinese policy Of Germany He has
accustomed the car to regard India
as the ultimate heritage of the Slay
race
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14
500 Reward, 500.

The readers % this paner vii. be pleased 70 learu
that there least dreaded disease that science
has been abls 20 cure iB a. It's stages ana lH@t s.
Cstsrrh. HaINs gatArrh Cure - the only positive
rBfB ROW kbO@n Ia the ueGiCai fraternity, tathffh
being a constitutional disc &se requires c"nsiltu-
taual treatment. Hans Catarrh Cure f. taken fur
terusLy, acitnE directly upon the blood and mucous
surfaces Of The system, thereby destroying the
foundation II ghe disease. and giving The raNt nt
strength by building ar Inc constitution AVID assist
ing nature In dutag fts work The pr1pretpr- have
90 much fafh tu tie curative powers that they offer
Dne Hundred Dollars for any case that II fans &c
cure. send Tor list uf Testimonials,
Address :. CHENEY & CO, Toledo Q.
Sold by go Druggists, 15c.
Take Hans Family P{as fur cons -Ipaton.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

The Meteor. the Texan. two palatial
Worlds Fair trains via the Central
Frisco way. the scenic Worlds Fair
route" Vestibuled train. oil-burning
locomotives. Pullman drawing room
sleepers, cafe observation dining cars.
Everything for comforts sake The
Meteor and the Texan run through
solid from Houston TO St Louis with
out change For Worlds Fair infor-
nation, call on local ticket agents. or
address NJ. l.. Robbins. G, r. A VIM.
Doherty, A. G. T. A.. Houston. Texas.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

To clean delicate laces, take q large glass
Tar, cover with u}d cotton and spread the
lace 80 reFuliy on H. Set The bottle in warm
Ivory soap suds aud leave for an hour. II
stains are din3eult 10 remeve place Ia the
sqn and rhey viii disappear. Rinse by
dipping the bottle in clear water
ELEANOR X. PARKER
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14
ALL EYES ON SOUTHWEST TEXAS

The San Antonio and Arkansas Pass
Railway traverses the artesian water
belt and early market gardening coun-
try. Health, climate, schools and
churches unsurpassed. Send two
cent stamp and get our Agricultural
Folder. z. j. Martin, G. P. A, San An
tonic. Texas.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

II Defiance Starch" does not
please you. return II to your dealer.
II Ii does you get one-third more for
the same money. Il will give you
satisfaction. and win net stick TO the
iron.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14
WORLDS FAIR.

For low rates to the Worlds Fair
via the Texas and Pacific Railway ask
any ticket agent. or write f. p. Tur-
Texas.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

II you don't get the biggest and
best it's your own fault Defiance
Starch Is for sale everywhere and
there is positively nothing to equal
IL in quality or quantity.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

II takes more than fence to make
a garden,
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

You never hear any one complain
about Defiance Starch" There IL
none to equal It In quality and guam
tity, is ounces. 10 cents. Try q nov
and save your money.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

In seeking their level lots OF men
are compelled TO slide down hill
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

whitsitt's Eczema Remedy is the on.
ly positive cure. Money refunded IN
case Of failure. Price soc. Address
Whitsitt's Pharmacy, FIT. Worth, Tex.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

When a man places reliance on
woman's Judgment he is apt to so to
man to have IL confirmed
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

The man who fails in an undertak-
ing always wants to be gives one
more chance.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

Defiance Starch is guaranteed big
sest and best or money refunded. Is
ounces. 10 cents Try It now.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

Defiance Starch Is put up Is ounces
In a package. 10 cents. One-third
more starch for the same money.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

EwN permanently cured No fss ncTwousness afteT
I'll hrst DAYS Or. KIines Great Nerve hsStoF~
er ssna for FREE 81 90 trial bottle and treAsses
Ia K a. KLLsE Lid ISL Arch Street. FhiiAds IpGIaY re-
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

The mind may hold great treasures.
but they will prove worthless unless
discretion tempers their distribution.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

When = man goes to n funeral 10
thinks II necessary TO assume woe
begone expression.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

Nothing is so easy TO believe as
the news Of an enemys misfortune.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

Seldom can the friendship between
TWO people stand the test of different
life interests and diverse pursuits.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

lam sure Pfso's Cure for Consumption saved
nj lie three years ago-Mrs. THos- HosHhss'
Maple Street. Norwich. n Y, Feb. IL. lSoo
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

man always wants to marry his
ideal woman the first time but the
second time he isn't so particular.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

Don't take things as they come II
they belong 10 other people.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

We are not always gifted because
We are told that we are.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

Love Is like money, hard to gain
and harder 10 keep
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

She who would see anUther's light
must first subdue the briliancy Of her
own
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

One woman's folly may bring for
tune 10 another.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

Doubts make a poor refuge from
duty.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

Try me just once and am sure
to come again. Defiance Starch.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

God cannot blot ont our past. but BE-
can preYeat its blight on the future.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

The limit of patience is reached
through the single sentence, Il told
YOU SO"
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

Men like to feel that advice to
woman is an evidence Of true friend
ship.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

No condemnation Of wrong r. so
elective as the commendation OF
rieht.
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14
Most OF the Ailments Peculiar TO the
Female Sex are Due TO Catarrh of
the Pelvic Organs.

Peruna has cured thousands of cases
of female weakness. As a rule, how
ever, before Peruna is resOrted TO sew
eral other remedies have been tried in
vain. A great many of the patients
have taken local treatment. submitted
themselves 10 surgical operations, and
taken all sorts OF doctors stuff. with
out any result.
The reason of SO many failures is the
fact TINT diseases pcouLLar 70 The femaIe
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

gans are lined by mucous memOrants.
Any mucous membrane is subject 10
Catarrh.
Catarrh Of one organ is exactly the
same as eatarrh of any other organ.
What win cure catarrb Of the head VIII
also cure catarrh of the pelvic organs.
peruna cures these cases simply because
ii cures the catarrh.
Most OF the women afflicted with pei
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

Many a selfmade man would do the
job differently If given another
chance
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

Mrs. winsiow's Soothing Syrup.
Paf children teethinF sofens the gums, reduces M
eau4atsafn aiIAy palm ind collie &5c bottle,
The Waxahachie daily light. [volume] (Waxahachie, Tex.) 1894-current, 1904-05-14

sex are not com
monty recognized
a. being caused by
Catarrh. I hcSe or
The San Angelo press. (San Angelo, Tex.) 1897-1907, 1904-03-24
Pros and Cons of Nepotism.

The editor of the Baird Star,
who was formerly member Of
the Legislature, has this to say ON
the question of nepotlsm:
Most of the officials, county
and State, in Texas, are poor in
this worlds goods; many Of them
have competent SONS and daugh-
tiers that can fill many of the
clerkships at Austin, then why
should Il father be censured for
appointing his own Children to
positions at his disposal, provided
they are qualified? In many
cases members of an officials fam
lly are compelled to make their
own living and to forbid these
people from holding office because
their father holds State or coun-
ty Office, looks to us as the height
of absurdIty. a State or county
official is responsible to the charge
of his duties, and if he wants
some member Of his own family
to assist him, that is his own bust
ness. There is more buncombe
than anything else about this
crusade against nepotlsm. Gov,
Lanham is severely censured by
those guardians of the public veal
for appointing his son as private
secretary. Who could be more