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The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
LONDON PROPOSES
NEW PORT DOCK
To Spend Sl2,OOO,OOO for I'm
prOyements of HarbOr.

London. April 22.-The first installment
Of the great scheme for the Improvement
of the Port of London is about to be
taken in hand. The scheme. which has
been adopted in principle. is for the con-
struction of the South Albert Dock; and
it is for the purpose of this project that
the Port of London is now making an
issue Of 100000 stock
The proposed new dock, the cost of
which is estimated at nearly S12,Oo0,OOo.
will be designed to accommodate the larg-
est ships afloat or projected. The en-
trance lock will have a maximum length
of 1000 feet, a width of no fest, and a
depth Of water over the sill of forty
eight feet. The entrance will be $50 feet
long. but will be capable of being extend
ed by a caisson. The water area of the
dock will be sixty-ive acres, affording a
quayage of 900 lineal feet, with depth
of forty-four and a half feet.
There will be a new drydock 1000 feet
long, ITO feet wide, and thirty-eight feet
deep on the blocks, corresponding prac-
tically in accommodation to the entrance
lock.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23

London, April 22.-Some famous jewels
will be seen at the coronation of King
George ". 1t is estimated that the value
Of the apparel and ornaments worn in
Westminster Abbey will exceed s55.Oo00Oo.
The value of the regalia was calculated
at $4,000 coo at the commencement of
King Edwards reign. 1t then ranked
second in value only to that of the Rus
sian Emperor Since that time the Guilt
nan diamonds and several lesser jewels
have been added. The actual market
value OF the famous South African stones
is probably not less than 100000.
There will be present at the corona
ton between $50 and 800 peeresses and
dowager peeresses, all Of whom will wear
their finest gems. Some of them are
practically priceless in that they are
unique and have, therefore, no standard
Of valuation.
The Countess OF Aberdeen possesses
some famous emeralds, including the five
largest in the world. Lady Wimborne
possesses the finest rubies in the world,
among them being the Hope ruby. a stone
far exceeding in value even the more
famous Hope diamond 1t is so blue in
tint that by transmitted light it might
almost be taken for very dark-toned
sapphire. With her magnificent diamonds
and pearls, Lady Wimborne will carry
about $4,000 worth of jewels on her per-
son at the coronation.
Wear Old Gems.
In the mere matter of moneys worth
she will be eclipsed by her American
niece, the Duchess of Marlborough, who
will no doubt wear her historic pearls.
some of which belonged to Marie An
toinette, while others formed the. collec-
ton of the Empress Catherine of Rus
STA. So perfectly matched are they in
skin and color that their equal as a set
could not be bought for less than $780,,
900.
Another wonderful set Of pearls is that
belonging to the Countess of Leicester.
They are the most perfect black pearls
in existence. They were purchased from
the Empress Eugene for So. coo. but
their market value to-day is probably
three or four times that amount.
This estimate does not take into &C
count the fortunes represented by the
jewelry of India princes and chiefs at
tending the ceremony, some Of whom
are said to carry from 100000 to s25,-
900 each on their persons on great state
occasions
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
YARD FEARS
COMING OF GUNNER
Tax to Be Placed on Firearms to Trace Weapons
of Criminal Glass;

London. April 22.-Ever since the IA
nous Houndsditch. murders. followed by
the Homeric siege of Sidney street, We
have been living in a constant state Of
fear Of armed foreign devils" whom We
love no more than our brethren, the real
Cinnamon of the far East, do.
1t is known that very large numbers
Of revolvers and pistols have been sold
in this country in recent years. and that
this sale has increased considerably dur
ing the last two months as a result Of
the advertisement given the Houndsditch
affair.
The danger of these weapons being In
the hands of the criminal class is gen.
orally admitted, and for this reason the
home seci etary has determined that safe
guards of a stringent kind are needed
In the first place. heavy tax will be
laid on the possessors of all revolvers,
automatic pistols, and other similar arms
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
.ENUMERATORS FIND
WOMEN In HIDING
Attempt to Block Census
Caused Suffering.

London, April 1.-THE census has been
taken. and in spite Of the efforts Of the
suffragettes the list Of the people is be-
lieved to be as complete as usual. IN
deed. the suffragettes' demonstration can
only be called failure.
The papers published some quaint pic
lures II women suffering a midnight mar
tyrdom for the cause. One was photo
graphed by fiashlight and shown sleep
ing in a bath: others were photograph
ed sleeping. or apparently sleeping. on
narrow benches and on the floors of
houses in which they sought a refuge
from the heads of their own households.
These and other devices Of a similar
character to escape the enumeration may
have been picturesque, but they aad 1T
tie effect on the total of the census.
For the rest the census passed of with
its usual calm. King George filled up his
census paper as the head of a family with
all the punctiliousness his father used
to exercise in this matter.
E-ward VII, by the way, during his
reign filled up two census papers, though
he was King for less than ten years. His
second census paper was served on him
in Paris, where he happened to be when
the French census was being taken The
document was delivered at the British
Embassy through the French foreign
office. and did not come as usual through
the prefecture of the Seine
Technically. of course. King Edward
was on English soil at the British EN-
bassy. and the application might have
been ignored. But the Duo de Lancas-
tre," his age. birth, and so on figure in
the official records of the population of
France. In 1886 the French census caught
some other distinguished visitors. Queen
Victoria, the Empress Marie Of Russia,
and King Leopold OF Belgium were all in
Paris at the time. and all three appear
in the list Of people living in France.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
Political Views Cause Break
in Prussian Diet.
Won BUELow Is ONE EXAMPLE
Bethmann-Hollweg Is Doomed.
Friends Desert-Alsace-Lorra
by observation-disclosures May
Bring Downfall-Lfberals in Arms.
By FREDERICK WERNER.

Berlin, April 22-If one is to believe
the mysterious whispers among political
correspondents here, to several of whom
the intrigues of Wilhelmsstrasse are
like an open book, Germany will have
a new imperial chancellor ere many
weeks lave passed.
Bethmann- Hollweg, who recently spoke
with SO much authority in reply to Sir
Edward Gray's proposals for an Anglo
German naval understanding, is a
doomed man politically. He has been
weighed and found wanting even by the
dictionary and ultraconservative parties,
whose champion he has always been.
Alsace-Lorraine is the stumbling block
which will cause the scepter Of power to
fall from his hands.
The Prussian governments avowed in
tention of making the conquered French
provinces a constitutional state, with a
representation of three votes in the fed
eral council, has aroused a storm Of in
dignation in the Conservative camp.
Herr Won Heydebrand, the boss" of
the Conservative party.r opened the at
tack upon the chancellor in the Prussian
Diet with a merciless onslaught, which
was a source of great enjoyment to the
Radical parties, and this ferocious at
tack was followed by an equally violent
series of speeches in the Reichstag.
when the poor chancellor was set upon
from all sides by men who had hereto
fore been his main supporters, but who
corld rot now find words harsh enough
to condemn his political views.
Friend of Kaiser.
True enough, DR.. Won Bethmann-Holl-
veg still possesses the full confidence of
his imperial master. but so did Prince
Won Buel1w, whose political downfall
gave the first proof that no German
chancellor can remain in Office who can
not command the sympathy and control
the support of the Prussian Conserva
tives
The National Liberals. too. are said to
be dissatisfied with the governments
plans for Alsace-Lorraine. while the
Catholic center is none too enthusiastic
in its fealty to the chancellor since his
recent plain speaking regarding German
relations with the Vatican. Altogether,
the conditions justify the fear that DR..
Won Hollweg's position, while
perhaps not in grave peril, is by no means
impregnable.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23

AIRSHIP MAY FLY
TO SOUTH POLE
Explorer Investigates Posi-
bilities of Craft.

London. April 22-Dr. Douglas Nav
son has decided to take an aeroplane
with him on the Australian antarctic
expedition. which he hopes to lead South
before the end of the year. DR.. Mawson
spent an afternoon at the aero exhibit
ton explaining his needs In the matter
Of an aeroplane for polar work. He
examined with great care a Bleriot two
seated military type monoplane. Either
Of the two occupants can control this
machine without changing seats. Maps
and compasses are fitted in special
frames. The airmen are shielded from
the rush of wind, and have an excellent
view over the monoplane's wings. Such
machine will take two passengers for
$50 miles without descent. A special
machine might be built to carry two
passengers approximately $50 miles with
out stop.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
ELoPING PRIEST ARRESTED.
Jailed For Theft After Funds Were
Exhausted.

Paris, April PA detective has ar
rested a priest for thieving in a big de-
partment shop in the Rue de Rivoli. who
told an extraordinary story. He is an
abbe in the Yonne department. and some
weeks ago fell in love and eloped with
the wife of the local Judge.
The able came to Paris with the
woman and put away his priests clothes.
He spent all his money and dared not,
he said, confess the fact to his COM
panion. He was seen to steal two silk
blouses and a silk petticoat
Declaring that love had driven him to
theft, as the detective was taking him
to the police station, the able drew a
revolver and attempted to commit sui
eide.
The policeman wrested the revolver
from him. and he Is now in prison.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
BOER PRISONERS
SENT TO HOMES
Irreconcilables Get Trans.
portation to Africa.

London, April z2.-The world has al
most forgotten the Boer prisoners OF war
who, owing to their refusal to take the
oath of Allegiance to Great Britain at
the conclusion of the campaign, were de-
ported to Bermuda, In the Atlantic
Ocean. These Boer '.irreconcilables." as
they were called, have recently made an
application for compensation for unlawful
detention on the island
A reply has been received from the
governor. Lieut. Gen. Kitchener, inform
Ing them that he is now authorized to
offer them on the part Of the govern
ment Of South Africa, third-ciass pas
sage to South Africa. and an advance to
cover expenses
The Boer "irreconcilables- were given
q fortnight to come to decision, and
with the exception OF one or two OF
the men, who have married during their
ten years stay in the colony, all the
Beers have accepted the OFFER. and they
are soon to sail for their homes
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
GERMANS PREPARE
FOR FLEETS VISIT
Kiel to Be Scene of Naval
Display in June.

Berlin. April 22.-It is intended that the
visit of the American fleet to Kiel in
June shall develop also a magnificent
and imposing demonstration OF German
and American friendship. Great prepara-
lions are being made by the authorities
to give a tremendous welcome to the
American officers and blue jackets. and to
make their visit, which extends over
three days, as memorable for them as
possible.
The Kaiser and two or three Of his
sors, as well as his brother. Prince
Henry of Prussia, will be at Kiel during
the American fleets visit. and 1t is very
probable that the Empress and Princess
Victoria Louise will also be In attend
ance.
There will be gathered at Kiel some Of
Germany's most prominent naval and
military men, as well as high state
officials and other distinguished repre-
sentatives of the country. There will be
a state banquet given to the officers.
followed by a series Of receptions. One
of them will be abroad the Kaiser's
steam yacht Hohenzollern. and another
at Prince Henry's residence at Kiel.
A reception will also be given at the
clubhouse of the Imperial Yacht Club.
Of which the Kaiser Is commodore. The
municipality has been especially request
&c by the government to cooperate and
offer fitting civN welcome to the Amer
Jean guests.
Alongside Of the attentions paid to the
odicers, there win be plenty Of popular
entertainments for the crews. who. it is
hoped, viii carry away with them the
same indelibie impression of German hos
pitality.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
SUFFRAGE CAUSES
ROW IN IRELAND
Nationalist AverSe to Civ
ing Women Vote.

London. April PA curious side issue
at the present moment threatens TO
weaken the forces that are making for
the concession of self-government 10 Ire
land. There is the strongest feeling in
favor of woman's suffrage in Ireland
among the women, but the Nationalist
party as whole is very unsympathetic.
There are some exceptions, such as
Redmond and few more. but it is very
doubtful whether. if Ireland got home
rule tomorrow. home rule parliament
would ever concede the franchise to Irish
women.
Hence the suffragettes are very keen
about forcing the suffrage question
through before home rule is granted.
They succeeded the other day in getting
a vote passed authorizing the lord mayor
of Dublin to request that he be heard at
the bar of the House of Commons in
favor of wcman's suffrage. This is a
privilege which he and the lord mayor
Of London enjoy by virtue of their
office.
Twenty-four hours had not passed after
the resolution had been carried In the
Duolin city council before Redmond tele-
graphed insisting that the resolution be
Cancelled. The lord mayor. however Is
not disposed at present to temely obey
the mandate of the Nationalist leader
and there promises to be a very pretty
kettle of fish.
Many Irish Nationalist women declare
that they are reconsidering their position
Formerly they subordinated suffrage to
home rule, but they say that II Redmond
Is going to domineer in this fashion they
will put suffrage first and let home rule
wait. 1t is usually the unexpected that
happens in Ireland. and no one knows
what the result will be II the women
suffragettes and the Protestant sentiment
of the country as exampled IN the Nc
Cam case should join hands in weaken
ing the unaninity with which Ireland
demands home rule
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23

BARRIERS will have it all their own way.
The suggestion has been made that IL a
man can shave himself why should he
not cut his own hair?
The idea was pooh-poohed until a GER
tain public man announced that he had
cut his own hair for twenty-five years.
He declared that with the aid Of specially
arranged mirrors the operation is sim
PIE. Moreover, you can trim your hair
&C you wish and not be dependent upon
the vagaries of a barber who has no
idea Of how to cut your hair to suit your
looks
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23

This license. it is understood. will be S
a year. and the conditions of registration
when the license is taken out will be
such as to assist materially in Identifying
any particular weapon or its owner
should such action become necessary.
The possession of weapons by persons
not thus registered will be treated as a
most serious crime. 1t is. in fact, on
this side of the new provisions that most
reliance is placed to remove the danger.
The tests which Mr.. Churchill initiated
of the various forms of pocket pistols
with a view of putting the police at
least on an equal footing with armed
criminals have been very comprehensive.
and the minister is now in possession of
all the necessary data in regard to the
Browning, Clement, Mars, Mannlicher.
Webbley, Scott, and Mauser pistols. Ex-
periments have also been made on behalf
of the home office with Colt and Savage
pistols of the United States make.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
OPIUM TAKES TOLL
OF FRENCH SAILORS

Paris, April 22.-In spite of all rules
and regulations, opium eating still works
havoc in French naval ports. Toulon is
full of dens, and nearly every woman of
the demi-monde is a slave to the habit.
Young officers on leave ashore too,
often take to opium.
A young naval sublieutenant, only pro-
NOTED to his rank six months ago, and
but twenty-one years of age, the son of
a distinguished captain in the service.
was found dead in his rooms at Toulon
few days ago. He had shot himself
through the heart. He was confirmed
opium-eater. Quantities of the drug were
found in his rooms, with the usual coll
lection of pipes.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
WIG MAKERDISCOVERS
FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH

Paris. April z2.-Midinettes and sight
seeing Americans are blockading the Rue
Castigliene in frantic efforts to get view
Of the woman whom John D. Rookie
feller's wigmaker announces he will make
twenty years younger.
The woman is exhibited in a cage hung
before a big plate glass window. She will
be on exhibition for five days, then will
spend two weeks in retirement under
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
ANGRY RAZOR ARTISTS
MAY co ON STRIKE

London, April 22-There are signs of
unrest among the BARRIERS of London.
They complain of the steady increase in
the number of men who shave them
selves, and they threaten to follow the
example set them by some American bar
bers and refuse to cut the hair of any
nan who is a self-shaver unless he be
willing to pay double or treble the ordi-
nary rate.
The prospect has aroused protests from
many men who prefer 20 WELD the razor
themselves, and II is not likely that the
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23

treatment and then after rsjuvenation
will occupy her cage for five days more
She is so years old and looks 1t.
Mr.. Rockfeller's wigmaker says she
will be only 30 after three weeks. The
public is invited to photograph her now
and at 80. The blockade is so great that
the police may have to interfere in the
interests of business. Mr.. Rockefeller's
wigmaker claims to be able to reduce
similarly the age of man.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
TAX CAUSES SLAUGHTER.
Owners Have Dogs Killed When
Short of Money.

Berlin, April Pit has been a SORROW
full week in many a dog lovers home in
Berlin on account Of the increased tax
on dogs, which came into effect on Sat-
urday last Instead of IS. dog keepers
now have to pay $50 tax.
Most owners who could not afford to
keep their pets cheated the official
executioners by handing over the dogs
to the Humane Society. which poisoned
500 animals with prussic acid. Those
officially slaughtered numbered aoo
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23

1t was proved that the young officer
had smoked several pipes Of opium be-
fore committing suicide, and the drug
had evidently driven him mad The naval
and police authorities have taken re-
peated measures to stamp out the
opium dens Of Toulon.. but without ef-
feet.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
LORD TO WED ISLAND GIRL.

New Zealand Beauty to Become
Member of Royalty.
London. April 22-The marriage Of
Lord Hardwicke to New Zealand girl.
Miss Nellie Russell, Will take place on
April q at St. Peters. Daton Square
The invitations to the wedding are to
be limited to relatives and very intimate
friends, owing to mourning in Lord
Hardwicke's family. After the marriage
Mrs. Russell win hold reception at
Langton House. and the honeymoon IL
to be spent In England.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
Manueps Furniture To Go.

Lisbon. April z2.-The government IN
ventory Of the contents Of the Necessi-
dades Palace is nearly complete. owe.
1000 articles having been examined.
Twelve magnificent paintings by old mas
tiers, of an estimated value Of El2.ooo
each, much priceless china. furniture.
and objects Of Art are included. It u ex-
pected that the government will have the
contents Of the palace sold by snctioa.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
MAN HAD rHaEf LUNGS.

Autopsy HeveaIs Case Without
Record In Anatomy.
London. April 2e-At an inquiry held at
Battersea. concerning the death OF Tim
othy Denison. aged seventy-two. who
died suddenly in a public house. q doc
tor. in giving evidence Of the post-mor-
TEN examination. said he found that
penison's left lung was divided into two
parts. and had been 30 from birth. The
man really had three lungs. and there
was no record Of . similar CASA
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23
ROYALTY TO WEAR
FAMOUS JE v ELS
Priceless Gems Will Dazzle
at Coronation.
AMERICANS TO WEAR PEARLS

south African Gems Worth S1O,-
OOO, OOO-Diamond and Rubies
Worth Fortunes-Countess to
Wear Black Pearls-Indian Princes
Bring Jewelry-Hope Ruby Excels.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1911-04-23

One Of Engiand's most beautiful pseessn, vhsss
priceless jewes next In valus to tAnas q the royal
rems Themselves have been lent for exhibition to .
Bond street ieweler who Win turn the rEocees
Of the show to the duchess and fhs little cotefie Of
Titled ladies who have temporarily parted With thar
eweb for distribution to clarity. ne PRINCIPAL Or
nsment q the duchess exhihtt was lsrue crown.
several inches IN height, and procuseiy decneated
with imnens brflliants. Whose shinneFing renec-
lions quite outdh the other jsws1s - 0A6n1tieu.
nneuf1cut - TN uWA
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1911-06-28
OTHER TOWNS ARE AWAKE.

The Americas board of trade has
sent North two representatives Wal,
ter Rylander and J. D. Hooks, who
will exploit the good roads and agri-
| cultural resources of Sumter county
Starting from Providence, r. l., in
one week aboard a handsome tour
ing car decorated with flags and ban
ners. Messrs. Hooks and Rylander
will preach Americas and Sumter
county in fifty towns and cities along
the National highway and the Ander-
1le-Thomasyille route. Boston,
Atlantic City, New York, Philadel-
phia, Washington, Richmond and in
termediate stops will be made and
boosting literature distributed. That
trip will get results for Americas and
Sumter county it is needless to say.
A live board of trade is worth a
great deal to any town that has one,
and The News is at times inclined to
get impatient with its home people
because they have never permitted
an idea of that kind to penetrate
their noggins. Americas, Albany,
Cuthbert, Blakely and other South
west Georgia towns are preparing to
bring the people together on July
4th and give them entertainment of
some kind, but here in Dawson there
will be nothing at all doing If the
Dawson people and our friends in
the country who buy their goods here
and contribute to the growth and
of the town get amusement
Of any kind they will have to go Wis
ting.
Isn't it a shame?
The Dawson news. (Dawson, Ga.) 1889-current, 1911-06-28
A WEDDING SONG

And on her lovers arm she leant
And round her waist she felt If fold
AND FAR across the hills they went
In that new world which is the old
Across the hills and far away
beyond their utmost purple rim.
And deep into the dying day
Inc happy princess followed him
ana Ger them many a sliding star
AND many merry wind was horne
ana streamed thro' many a golden
me twilight melted in the morn
And DER them many a flowing rance
Ot Vapor buoyed the crescent barI
And rapt tho many a ROSY cbango
Inc twilight died into the dark
And Ger the hills and far awav
Beyond their utmost purnIe rim,
Beyond the night, across the dav
Thro' all the world she folIowod
him. INV wen
Alfred Tennyson's "Day Dream ),