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The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1904-08-02

Colombia proposes to resume dip
lomatic relations with the United
States. This closes the incident for
good and au.-Atlanta Constitution
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1904-08-02

OF course. the button to be worn
by the republicans in this campaign
will have the form of the familiar
!sull dinner pail-Atianta Constitu-
tion-
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1904-08-02

Professor Langley. OF airship fame
declares the sun has lost 10 per cent
Of its heat. Hadn't missed any.-At-
lanta Constitution.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1904-08-02

The beef trust wei knows the pub
lie is good for any extra milking in
cident to the strike. The consumer
pays the freight--AtIanta Constitu-
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1904-08-02

II time is hanging heavily on the
war corresponding handd- they
might organize a relief expedition to
find Observation-Disclosures Constitution.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1904-08-02

The American people are mo- ready
for a Diaz, but President Roosevelt
lacks a whole lot of being as safe
and sane as Diaz.-Atlanta ConStitu-
tom
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1904-08-02

Dipntheria relieved IN twenty min
utes. Almost miraculous. Dr.. Thomas
Eclectric Oil At any drug store.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1904-08-02

Russia is desperate. Slowly but
surely her grip On Manchuria
Is Observation-Disclosures Constitution.
The semi-weekly messenger. [volume] (Wilmington, N.C.) 1897-1908, 1904-08-02

In the yeag 1903 no less than 7,0a
persons died from consumption in It'll
nois. Most Of these were between the
ages of twenty and fifty years.-Ex-
change.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
NOTED BANK ADVANCE.
German Rate Of Discount Raised to
Meet Shrinkage.

BERLIN October 11-2:14 p.m.-The ad-
vance of the Imperial Bank rate of discount
| to 5 per cent and the lending rate to per
cent today. followed as usual by an ad-
vance to the same rates by the Saxon,
Bavarian and other note-issuing banks, was
directly the result of the unfavorable money
situation and the shrinkage of the imperial
gold stock. although 81 90. 600 was imported
from London during the last few days. be-
sides the banks heavy advances to joint
stock and private bankers for further gold
purchases abroad.
The causes of the present position of the
money market are fairly clear. The an
nouncement was made that the imperial
ana Prussian governments would jointly
issue S35c00CO in treasury bonds at the
end of September, when the Berlin market
was additionally under heavy pressure for
cash to meet certain annual engagements.
Immediately after that announcement the
great joint stock banks curtailed their
loans and discounts in order to be ready to
take the bonds At the same time the re-
quirements for the September settlement
became Unexpectedly heavy and cash specu-
lation on the Boerse, too. made large de-
mands, besides the hunting for Paris ex
change on American account, and money
rose until the bankers could make a profit
by drawing cash from the Imperial Bank
for investment in call loans. Hence came
an unprecedented pressure on the bank
September 30, with record breaking week.
ly return. The demand for money since
October has remained undated, with calls
keeping close to AZ per cent.
The situation was further aggravated
through the fact that the Seehandlung, or
Prussian state bank which usually is
heavy lender in the open market. has lat
terly placed but small sums, having taken
considerable blocks of treasury bills of the
hands of the Imperial Bank and having al
ready begun outstanding its resources for'
the year end.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
To Reorganize Mining Company.

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo, October IL.
Judge ]. II. Lunt, representing local cred
itors Of the General Metals Company, has
left for New York to argue before the
United States court there motion to
transfer the action in bankruptcy against
the company to this state, in which are
the most and largest creditors. General
Manager Grant of the Telluride mill. be-
longing to the company, has received a
message from President Finney stating
that movement is on foot to reorganize
the company and pay off all debts except
those of stockholders and to resume opera
tons at the Colorado City plant. A meet
ing of the company with this purpose in
view will be held in New York on Wednes7
day.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Oriental Freight Traffic Increased.

PORTLAND, Greg, October lion ac-
count of excessive freight offering for
shipment to the orient. the steamship Ching
Wo of the China Commercial line has been
chartered as an extra steamer by the Port
land and Asiatic Company. The Ching Wo
will reach Portland about October % from
Salinas Cruz. The traffic between Puget
sound and the orient, which was interrupt
ed in the early stages of Russian-Japanese
hostilities is rapidly recovering from the
effects of the war and bids fair to exceed
its former proportions
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Important Interstate Commerce Nee,

A dispatch from Chicago last night says.
What is regarded as one of the most i'm
portant sessions Of the interstate commerce
commission this year was held here today.
The feature of the meeting was an inquiry
into relations of private car companies and
railroad companies and the effect on trade.
J. w. Midgley was the principal witness
He declared that the system OF private
ownership of cars had the railroad COM
panies firmly in it's grasp" and was lone of
the greatest powers ever known"
Asked for solution Of the difficulty Mr..
Midgley suggested per diem system put
refrigerator cars on per diem basis of 80
cents for SO much weight" said he, stock
cars on a 30-cent basis and other cars on a
20-cent basis,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Shortages in Kansas.

dispatch from Topeka. Kan, last night
says: Gov. Bailey today gave out an official
report covering an examination of the state
treasury and school fund accounts, which
says:
This examination has developed short.
ages. irregularities and discrepancies
amounting to many thousands of dolIar s
in the twelve counties examined In my
judgment the same conditions will be
found existing In the remaining counties OF
the state, not only In the permanent school
fund, but in the normal and agricultural
funds"
He suggests thorough investigation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
River Channel Menaces Tracks.

ALBUQUERQUE, N. NJ. October ia
telephone message from Belen says that
the Rio Puerco has left it's present channel
and Is returning to the old river bed, which
is exactly where the Santa Fee tracks now
lie. Several miles Of the track have been
washed out. The Rio Puerco and the Rio
Grande converge at La Joya, a few miles
below Belen. There the Rio Puerco is run
ming close on one side of the station and
the Rio Grande on the other. People in the
villages have been taken out in boats. Re-
ports from other sections of New Mexico
state that all streams are falling and that
the rain is over
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Hull Has Cellular Bottom.

The hull has a cellular bottom and is
divided into about 225 water-tight COM
partments. The craft is fully protected
by the best of armor, having a combined
weight of 3.70O gross tons, and which in
cludes main belt extending the entire
length of each side from eleven to four
inches thick. The upper easement, armor
and the athwartship armor is six inches
thick. The twelve-inch turrets and bar
Dettes are covered with ten-inch armor
the eight-inch turrets and barbettes with
six-lnch armor. The coming tower is
nine inches thick, the signal tower five
inches thick and the gun protection and
splinter bulkheads are two and three
inches thick. There is a protective deck
al the water line. and below this is a
complete belt of copper bands to protect
the steering gear and equipment. and
which are filled with cellulose. which
promptly swells to several times its own
weight when wet. thus stopping any hole
made by shot
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
FLIRTING IN CHURCH.
Chicago Divine Sees Some Good i
Custom r


CHICAGO, October 11.--F1irting can be
carried on in church to good advantage. ac-
cording to a statement by the Rev. M. B..
Williams, chairman of the committee on
Sabbath observance Of the Rock River
conference of the Methodist Church
''There is no reason why young persons
should not cultivate each others acquaint-
ance from behind hymn books" declared
Mr.. Williams. I'VE are glad to have them
come to church on any pretext. Flirting Is
as good an excuse as any. That Is how l
first became interested in the church.
Frivolty during religious service was. he
said, to be expected of Americans But
that some good was accomplished, even
under these conditions, he declared was in
disputable.
1.-The expectation of seeing a young
woman home has brought many a boy to
church for the first time he said. Amid
the love making there is a chance for the
religious influence to steal in
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
The Electrical Equipment.

Two 100-kilowatt generators and six 30
hlowatt generators will furnish the cleo
trical equipment for six fifty-inch search
lights, 1900 incandescents and for every
purpose for which electricity will be used.
Important accessories on the craft include
an evaporating and distilling plant for con-
verting salt water into fresh. ice plant.
laundry, machine shop electric signaling
communication throughout the ship. teIe-
phone, wireless telegraphy, air COMPRISING
plant. complete eoaling gear. electric
switches. etc.
Both military masts with fighting tons
and signaling gear are now In position,
and three smoke tunnels are set up, and the
Georgia has a distinction of being the first
battle ship launched with steam up
The Georgia is fitted as a flag ship
Quarters are provided for a total of TOO
men, consisting of one flag officer, one COM.
manding officer one chief of staff, twenty.
ward room officers, twelve junior officers
ten warrant officers and q crew of 65S men,
including marines.
The Georgia will carry the following boats
which are lifted and slowed by four electric.
swinging cranes. two on each side of thu,
ship. One Jo-foot steam cutter. one 35-foos
steam cutter, two 36-foot launches. four 30.
foot cutters. two 30-foot whaleboats. on..
80 foot gig whaieboat one 30-foot barge
TWO 20 and one 1G-foot dinghies. two ~
foot purts. two 1S-fot life RATS,
The contract price of the Georgia Is So
100000. An the Georgia lies upon the stocl1s
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
M,,rder at Bordentown. n. !.

BoRDENToWN. N. J., October 11.-Pat-
rick Welsh OF Johnsburg. Pa. foreman
for the Robehngs Sons Company, shot and
instantly killed John Peck of Carhondale,
Pa. late last night. Welsh. who claims the
shooting was done in self-defense. has been
placed IN jail here to await the action Of
the burlington county authorities.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Papal Nuncio for Arbiter.

ROME. October 1.-THE pope has been
requested by the governments of Brazil and
Bolivia to allow Monsignor Tonti. the papaI
nuncio at Rio Janeiro, to act as president Of
an arbitration tribunal for the settlement
of territorial questions between the two
countries.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Laundry Outfits.

We offer lot of Laundry Outfits,
consisting of one Galvanized Iron
Wash Tub, one best quality CSC.
Wash Board, one soft. Clothes
Line, one Copper-bottom Wash
Boiler and five dozen Wooden
Clothes Pins.
SIS for the Outfit.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
The Georgia's Battery.

The battery of the Georgia consists of
four twelve-inch breech-loading rifles. eight
eight-inch breech-loading rifles, twelve six
inch breech-loading rifles of rapid move
ment. twelve three-ineh breech-loadinp
rapid fire rifles. twelve three-pounder guns.
four one-pounder automatic guns, four one
FOUNDER single shot guns, two three-fnch
field guns. two machine guns and six auto
matte guns. There are also four submerged
torpedo tubes. There Is a bunker capacity
of 1900 tons of coal and the Georgia is
equipped with the following machinery:
Two four-cylinder triple expansion engines.
each driving one bronze three-blade pro-
peller about eighteen feet in diameter: each
engine has high pressure cylinder thirty-
five inches In diameter, one Intermediates
cylinder fifty-seven inches in diameter and
two low pressure cylinders sfxty-six inches
in diameter, all having forty-eight inch
stroke. The engines exhaust In two con-
densers. each having a cooling surface of
about 12OO0 square feet. There are twenty
four Nlciausse boilers installed in eight
water-tfght compartments, having a total
crate surface of 1 40 square feet and a
| total heating surface of 1920 square feet.
This equipment will give speed OF nine
teen knots an hour. or one knot faster than
any battle ship now in the service Of the
United States navy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Iady Curzon Not ouite So We'll

WALMER CASTLE, October 11.-This
mornings bulletin regarding Lady Curzon' S
condition Is as follows:
Lady Curzon passed a fair night, but is
not quite so well this morning.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11

We offer a lot of choice quality
Rubber Door Mats, in the popular
18x3o-inch size, and in choice de-
signs, at the special price of
Sc. each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Jardinieres
at Special Prices

We have never offered such
choicely decorated Jardinieres for 50
little money as now. This should be
interesting just at this time, as these
frosty nights make it advisable to
bring the ported plants indoors.
ors., Each '..e.' 4s.o.'eu COL 35c.
ors 1i Each 'arain,etes assorted col soc.
ors f Eae Reeo...ea '..oin'eres assorted col 65c
0-inch Decorated Jardinieres, assorted COL -,
ofs.F Each ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. ~
eoors Bach e0.a.ea .a.a.n'efe'. assorted S5c.
Other styles up to SIS 90 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Description of the Georgia.

The Georgia is one of the three battle
ships authorized under an act of Con-
sress. approved March 3, 1899, and is also
| duplicate of the two authorized and ap-
proved June Z. 1900. Bids for these five
battle ships were opened at the Navy De-
partment November Is, 1900, and in Feb
ruary, 1901, the Bath iron works was
awarded the contract for the building of
the Georgia. sister ship of the Virginia
Rhode Island, New Jersey and Nebraska
at a contract price of So $50, 900.
The Georgia belongs to the most power
full type of battle ship afloat, and also to
the largest class. She has trial dis
placement of $4,000 tons and is 435 feet
long, rs feet 10 inches beam, and under
trial conditions will draw "a feet while
she has an extreme draft of 26 feet when
fully loaded and equipped with stores
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Mrs. Potts Sad Iron Sets,

We offer new lot of well-fnished
Mrs. Potts Sad Iron Sets, consist
ing of three irons of graduated sizes,
one patent handle, one japanned
iron stand and one asbestos iron
holder, for
sc. the set
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Sweeping Day Outfit

Sweeping Day Outfit
Special.
We offer new lot of Sweeping
Day Outfits, consisting OF one best
quality 25c. Broom, one wire-drawn
Dust Pan Brush, one half-covered
Japanned Dust Pan and one long.
handled Ostrich Feather Buster.
SAC. for the Outfit.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Scrap Basket Speciaas.

We call attention to the following three specials
IN scrap BASKETS which are particularly appropri-
ate for school or chfidren's use.
Larger Indian Scrap Baskets Each. $50. 25C.
Imported Straw Scrap Baskets. Each. =. $50.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Jordan's "Perfection'
Wax Oil Polish.

Housekeepers who have grappled with the prob
lem of keeping floors furniture pianos woodwork,
ETC.. clean and polished viii find in Jordans per
lection" Wax oil Polish fThe Famous Donkey
preparation, applied with cloth. is not sticky.
Will not gum. leave deposit or injure the finest
cabinet furniture, matter how often used 1t
cleans instantly, restores luster, hides scratches
removes alcoholic and weather stains, dust mold
and gray spots; brings ont grain and leaves no
odor. Articles and floors be used Immediately
after.
25c. a can up.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Scrubbing Day Outfit
Special.

A lot of Scrubbing Day Outfits,
consisting of one painted Wooden
Scrubbing Bucket, : one imported
Scrub Cloth, one Fiber Scrub
Brush and two cakes of Scrubbing
Soap.
3Ic. for the Outfit.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11

Every bsd VS. handle has a name
behind itg7riss made by reputable
manufacturers awho take pride in
their output sAnd every bed sold
here is ofhg ysrysslatest pattern
and there. ares,not few styles that
are exclusives y-ss>
Special Yttention is called to the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
October Wedding Gifts.

!. Our new stock of daintily deco
Grated French China, richly decorat-
ed Austrian Gold Glassware and our
complete variety of Brilliant Cut
Glass of the newest and best shapes
and cuttings, from the most expert
American cutting shops, offers the
best possible selection of appropriate
gifts for the October bride. We
quote few items from our new Cut
Glass stock:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Springs.

Springs Of the best makes, in all sizes, are to
be found here. 4ncludMg frst-elass Box Springs,
made especially for as.
$1,000 to $1,000 each.
Second door. u st.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
ready for launching she weighs 1000 gross


The following table shows the growth OF
Uncle Sans battle ships in length, size.
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GEORGIA IS LAUNCHED
First Battle Ship Built in
Maine Takes the Water.
SOME NOVEL FEATURES
STEAM UP WHEN THE BIG CRAFT
GLIDED DOWN THE WAYS.
Distinguished Guests From the South
Keen Interest in New England
Description of Vessel.
SOME NOVEL FEATURES

BATH, Me-. October 1l.-What was un-
doubleday the most novel launching of any
battle ship in Uncle Sans navy occurred
here today from the plant of the Bath iron
works, when that concern sent overheard
the monstrous fighting craft Georgia. 1t
was novel from the fact that all three
smoke tunnels were in position. and that
smoke was issuing from one or more OF
them, as it was the intention to have up
steam for the occasion, and in great
many respects she resembled the finished
product as she rested on her long. broad
ways, representing total dead weight of
1000 tons.
Very few battle ships have been built in
New England and this Is Names first
venture. product to which all the resi-
dents of the pine tree state were looking
forward with great interest. interest
which Is far keener. perhaps. than that
shown by the residents of the far southern
state for which the craft has been named.
The builders Of the handsome new battle
ship made elaborate preparations for the
event. The Georgia party was entertained
during its stay in Bath and a number or
social events were arranged In their honor
The party from Georgia included Gov.
and Mrs. Terrell, Carter Tate, representa-
tive from the ninth district. and Mrs. Tate,
Miss Stella Tate. sister of Carter Tate, who
christened the ship; Miss Camilla Nc
and Judge and Mrs. Hamilton McWhOrter.
Gov. and Mrs. Terrell came as the guests
of Representative Tate and Judge NC
Whorter.
Launching Success.
The big battle ship was gaily decorated
with flags and bunting. as were also the
yard buildings, in honor of the occasion.
Excursionists from all sections of Maine
had come to witness the launching.
Miss Tate was escorted to the launching
platform by Vice President John s. Hyde
and instructed in her duties as sponsor.
Mr.. Hyde also had personal supervision of
the launching. A method somewhat differ
ent from the usual one of releasing the hull
by severing a cord was employed today,
when sawyers standing beneath the vessel
severed the monstrous shoe pieces with
crosS-cut saws, and the vessel was started
toward the water.
AS the battle ship began to move Miss
Tate broke bottle of champagne across
the bow. naming the craft In honor of her
own state, and as the stern parted the sur
face of the Kennebec the Georgia was sa-
luted by numerous craft and manufacturing
plants along the shore, all of which were
acknowledged by her siren and whistle as
the battle ship was launched with steam
up. Both military masts were in position,
as we'll as the coming tower and the three
smoke tunnels, which gave the vessel more
the appearance of completed battle ship
than any previously launched
Following the launching luncheon was
served.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11
Dainty China, Rich Gut Glass,
Artistic Lamps, Housefurf1ishings
and Housec1earning Requisites. :

he vast area of the fifth floor of this building
voted to goods and exhibits which have very special
~ Just at this time for who home
1t presents varied and attractive collections Glass
COLONIAL Glass; Lamps China Porcelain Kitchen
Furnishings and Utensils Laundry Requisites Housekeeping Requ
Sites Basket Wares, = =
Special attention called large showing
suitable for ddiugp ins
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11

No. G Felt Mattresses. made III layers OF pure
cotton felt. in or two parts, and covered With
Roxbury ticking; full 40 lbs.
Special price, $1,000 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-10-11

bedd1ng department
Offers. 1900 Heavy Muslin Sheets
at the following exceptionally low
72xoo-inch, Coo. each.
! 8Ix9o-inch, &C.. each.
8fxoo-inch, 75c. each.
oox1o-inch, 85c. each.
:. Pillow Slips to match, size 45x3t
sinches. :.
: ~ for $I.oo.
, Also 1900 Pillow Slips, made Of
the famous Gold Medal" brand OF
,Wamsutta muslin, choice of two
sizes, 42x3o or 45x36 inches.
I5c. each.
White Goods Department.
New White Cotton. Fabrics, for
evening wear, among them many
beautiful novelties.
Egyptian Muslin,
Renaissance Null,
Cotton Mercerise,
Cotton Batiste,
India Mulls, French Organizes.
All 48 inches wide.
SOC, 62Hc,, 75c., s1.oo yard.
Second floor. Eleventh st.
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!, TUESDAY OCTOBER IL, 1eo4-2o. PAGES.
4. :, :: WWl000Wa}r0.
80 New Yorl-WAs
3; Fixing Up the Hom
's,3s 'ssssPsss the s9s sss
The newly enged stors ON h
a a varied and
of the department housekeeping weregulatee
and % a ana e snd M
The items following will afford some idea OF the general price
Upholstery Store
= Fourth Floor, q street)
Exhibiting Recent Importations
and Domestic Productions i'm
Upholstery, Drapery and Decorative
Fabrics
For the Paror Dining Living the Bed Room the
Receipt Hall the the Den the Coy Corner including SIX
Damaks Silk Brocades modern and antique effects Silk Goben
Tapestries Panand Antique velou obeson Tapestries Wool Tap
Armue Fine French cretonnes AID Of which close
~ resemble rich Tiffany Drapees in cathedral e ed G
match materials
The New Lace Curtains
This stock unusually complete comprising it does all the new
Eseur Fets Bonnie Femme Brussels Point Aabe cluy and
Nw and pretty curtains the Fish Net effects in green
1878 to $500 Pair.
Also French Bonnie Femme Store Curtains popular and
decidedly handsome window drap They will be much used this
season as oaSh curtains
braided and with vaance-rch patterns.
= $3.50 Each. Value, $500.