Evening Star Newspaper, April 2, 1898, Page 4

THE EVENING STAR, SATURDAY, APRIL 2, 1898-24 PAGES. THE EVENING STAR.| WASHINGTON. SATURDAY April 2, 180s. CROSBY 5. NOYES... --Edt THE EVENING “STAR has a regular and permanent Family Circulation ruch more than the combined ct ion of the other Washingto: jes. As a News and Advertising a Medium it has no competitor. 71m order to avoid delnys, om ne- count of personal absence, letters THE STAR sho not be address: to dividual connected with the «imply to THE STAR, or to or Rusxincss Depart- ‘ding to tenor or purpose. ice, the Editortal Ments. aceo Sagnsta’s Grand Stand Play. It fs difficult to resist the opinfon that the real aim of Senor Sagasta is not to save | Cuba, but the Spanish dynasty. Every- thing seems to justify such a conclusion. He surely must see that war with the United States must cost Spain her slender hold on Cuba, and that very soon. To as- sume the contrary would be to assume Spain so much superior to the United States in fighting pow>r as would make a contest all one-sided. If Spain can come over on this side in baitle array and hold Cuba against us she can have her own way on the mainland. But that, of course, is pre- posterous on its very face. Senor Sagasta, then, is making what in the vernacular is called a grand stand play for the benefit of the present Spanish dy- nasty. Of the wisdom of that policy he of course is to be the judge. The matter is not one of very great interest in the United States. The people of this country cannot be vitally concerned about the rule in Spain or the ruler. The spirit of republicanism seems dead among the people. It flared up brightly under the inspiration of the bril- nant C elar a quarter of a century ago, but soon died out. Since then Spantsh rule, pain proper and in the colonies, ted ali the hardships and incom- ‘y which history associates with the h purpose and character. If the Spanish people like that sort of rule they are welcome to it. It does not matter to us. But it cannot prevail longer in Cuba, to our detriment and to the detriment of civilization and humanity. The United States is resolved upon that. There are high stakes on the table, and Senor Sagasta plays like a man accustomed to taking big risks. But if he puts every- thing on one card and loses, he may lose the very tlfing which he hopes to save. Any public is fickle—not the Spanish public alone. Defeat is a bitter dose to have to take before all the world, and particularly as the result of great recklessness. So that the Spanish people in defeat might turn upon those responsible for it and in their y decide that they had been made to pay too much for the attempt to keep the little king's high chair at the table. ————~+s____ Spain and the Maine. In all the diplomatic maneuvering in the Spanish reply to this gov2rnment there is no word of regret for the destruction of the Maine, and in the mosi casual terms the #ffair is mentioned as being a fit subject for arbitration. The Spanish ministry has sadly misconceived the temp2r of this coun- try. It has shown from the outset a dis- sition to minimize the importance of the ster. It has tried to throw doubts upon the accuracy of the American official find- ings and has put forth a weak and incon- sistent statement, purporting to be an of- ficial decision by an expert commission, serving to show that the wreck was caused by an interior explosion. Meanwhile it has been getting its wires crossed on this side of the water. Its consul general in New York, it is now reported, has filed with the district attorn2y there an affidavit from a manufacturer of high explosives to the effect that some time previous to the de- struction of the Maine he was approached by representatives of th: Cuban junta in this country, who negotiated for a quantity of an explosive of a peculiar character. It is well known that the agents of the junta have been active for thre> years in the purchase of just such munitions of war. : G yf 5 — A new satin-finished two-toned suiting, manuf: ment in exclusive patterns and one-of-a-kind styles = = : " 2 dyna. |< Dot the capture, of the tlotilla, would be | 120King truth in the face and taking advice} mect such wants—and you'll $| A new, satin:antehed two-to very rich and beautk | “elegant French. and. Geruian productions of our | {& -—— better send your order The deadly work of the insurgents’ dyna- | one of the most effective means of demon. wad ‘mpoecible: Ghe has been. headst save time and trouble by com- ful fabric. own direct importation. soon. Our “Bock” is of mite guns in Cuba has ‘testified to thelr | strating to Spain at the outset of hostili- even is Pharaoh, and would not let the success along this line. There is, ther>fore, no remarkable coincidence in the fact, if ner. The announcement that the boats had | Of humanity. Every neighborly suggestion = ; eee « strength. it be a fact, that the Cubans were buying | reached Porto Rico, ahead of the time nec | t@ Spain, the advice of Geant and Cleveland The display of men’s finest © ©2724 _Vottles sent tn unlettered waguas high explosives previous to the Maine dis- | in the official mind for that event, shocked | 2"™4 McKiniey, has been spurned until pa- Easter footwear—the dress K€ —only $1. Write or telephone. aster. There is, however, a far greater significance in this affidavit than the con- sul general doubtless meant to create. It serves to indicate that perhaps the govern- ment at Madrid, having failed to check the indignation of this country by exploiting the accident theory, now seeks to compli- cate the case by insinuating, if not openly charging, that the Cubans blew up the ship. Aside from the utter improbability of such a thought, it is clear that Spain's case is complicated and weakened by this flank movement. It casts discredit upon th accident theory, destroys the value of the “expert commission's” report and leaves her without footing in denying the truth of the American naval board's find- ings ‘The Spanish ministry ceems to take it for granted that the “incidsnt” will be permitted to float off into the doldrums of omacy, there to fall into oblivion. That this is not the case is shown by the attitude of the Senate committee on foreign rela- tions, which has be2n diligently investi- gating the Maine affair on its own account for several days, with the view to discover | curs, and must soon be at great disadvan- had it not been for the remarkable per- sistence of Lady Tichborne in maintaining her faith in his identity as her son in the face of the most stubborn facts and of his repeated failures to show a reliable ac- quaintance with his own affairs. Jealousy of other members of the family was thought to have prompted this attitude on her part. Her allegiance to the Australian caused the growth of a remarkable senti- ment in his favor for a time, and he was kept plentifully supplied with money by these sympathizing strangers. This pecu- Mar feature of the case added to the rea- scns for its notoriety, and it was several years before the people who had believed in Orton became generally conyinced of his fraudulent character. While he was in Frison he was thought by some to be a martyr, but his actions after his release showed the man’s natural character, and his efforts late in life to revive concern in his affairs failed completely. The case re- mains in the annals of jurisprudence as one of the most remarkable and persistent fights to perpetuate a fraud that has ever been known. _ es ++ ____ Do the Work Thoroughly. A pithy reply of the late General Forrest has recently been revived and is being widely quoted. He was an uneducated man, but a born soldier, and within the scope of his opportunities as great a cavalryman as ever climbed into a saddle. Being asked the secret of success in war, he said: “To git thar fust with the mostest men.” In any scrap with Spain over Cuba, with the island as the battle ground, we shall be in the way of testing the truth of General Forrest's observation. We shall be able “to git thar fust” with both “the mostest men” and the “mostest’ ships. Spain’s naval demonstration at its best cannot equal tage on acocunt of coal. And as for the land forces, the troops reporting for duty under General Blanco will not be able long to withstand the combined strength of the United States and the insurgents. There will be no glory in simply defeating Spain. But we shall be performing a duty to humanity and to ourselves, and we shouli perform it with all our might. The world will be looking on, and we should give the world through Spain an exhibition cf our best quality. We should show the world how very much in the way of prepa- ration for war may be done in a few months, and then, when prepared, how good an account we are able to give of our- selves. The fierceness of some our domestic po- litical struggles has shaken the faith of many people livmg at a distance in the strength of our institutions. Some misgiv- ings have obtained even here at home. But all of this doubt has now been dispelled. The country rises as one man, and acts as one man, in the face of threatened danger from witheut. Political and sectional divis- ions disappear like lines in water. We are Lot only united as a people, but are in such complete command of our resources that our power is advertised far and near. And if the day has come when we are to exercise this power, let us do it in the most vigorous manner possible. Let us use to the full every agency we have invoked. Then, when the war is over, we shall be all the stronger at home for the victory won, and all the more respected abroad for the energy and union and capacity we have dis- played. Sharp work, and short if possible, but sharp work as long as work may be necessary. ———~++e—____ The Torpedo Flotilla. The disclosure that the Spanish torpedo boat flotilla is now at the Cape de Verde islands instead of at Porto Rico, as an- nounced a few hours ago, greatly relieves the. tension on the American mind. There is no concealing the fact that the people of the United States have regarded this flotilla with grave apprehensions, probably more seriously, indeed, than the circum- stances may have warranted. The pre- vailing opinion, both in private and official circles, seems to be that it is the part of wisdom to prevent this flotilla from ever securing a base of operations other than the collier that accompanies the small fighters. The interception and destruction ties that the United States is a sure win- many people, who seemed to think that a golden opportunity had been wasted. But now it appears that not only has the flo- tilla not arrived at a reliable base of operations, but that it has been pursuing a far different course from that assumed. The Cape de Verde islands are just off the west coast of Africa, far south of Cadiz and even south of Porto Rico. Assuming that the flotilla is en route for Porto Rico, it appears now that it is not yet half way over from Spain, and that there is ample time for the formation and execution of plans for its interception, if hostilities occur. In view of the presence of the tor- pedo boats ut Cape de Verde, it is now in order for the theorists to assign to the departure of the cruisers Vizcaya and Oquendo from Havana another reason than the project of joining the torpedo flotilla, for it is inconceivable that these cruisers would be sent practically across the At- lantic to convey the small boats, when the presencé of the cruisers might meanwhile be seriously needed at Havana or there- abouts. It is barely possible that the go’ ernment at Madrid did not intend that the degrees daily. Nor was five miles an hour. by the hiding of the sun was passing. Spain ts mor than likely to find itself in- convenienced by a case of punctured pneu- matic pride. —~ee—__ Every purchase which Spain succeeds in making invites sympathy for that country’s creditors, SHOOTING STARS. Hard Study. “How is the young king studies?” inquired one member of the Span- ish cabinet. 3 “Well,” gecgraphy as we have.” A Hint to Spain. “*Twill scon be here,” quoth Cuba; “The mystic first of May, Which custom recognizes as The proper moving day.” A Great One. “You seem to be very said the young woman at “Ah, yes,” replied the the French accent. entire trial.” Ever Wily. “Supposing,” said the Cuban, “that we should agree to your proposal. Would you name soine exact date upon which all re- forms are to be completed?” “I suppose we might,” replied the Span- ish diplomat thoughtfully. February 3v strike you’ Iconoclasts. “We can’t go back on precedent, you know,” said the careful man. replied the aggressive friend, “there are a great many people in this I just left two men, “Well,” country willing to. one from St. nant this summ:r.” One Style of Statesmanship. Oh, prythee educate yourseif All insults to endure, For if you don’t you will be cailed A naughty jipgo, sure. For Uncle Sam may not What enemies may say, Provided that it’s uttered in A diplomatic way. Though promises be broken oft, ’Tis wrong to take offense If more are bfandly offered with Some palpable pretense. No matter what they may suggest, We shall not say them nay, Provided it’s suggested in A diplomatic way. ‘Though hostile preparations thrive Beneath our very eyes; Though sneers at our forbearance long On every hand arise, Though battle monsters are unchained, We can’t refuse delay, Provided it’s demanded in A diplomatic way. War Be It, Then. Fiom the New York Herald. Well, war be it then. It is a war tor which Spain is to blame. There has ‘been no time when Spain, by people go. Cuan misrule makes this a war tence was. misiaken irieadship threatened to donement of crime. It must not be a mercenary war. must be swift and decisive. There is no horror in war like that of a lute campaign. The w protracted, irre: sake of pr w contlict. The reli first duty. Indian point of vantag to the end that no enemy must be of supplies contiguous to our shore islands on the AUlantic and Mexican seas be under the protectorate of the ‘The Philippines would give us a potent voice in that mighty drama of the east now pressing to a consummation. uid be struck in the Medi- With the exception of Cadiz, all towns are vulnerable, while Barce- jona is especially at our mercy. be left to the skiil of our accomplished offi- must United State: Heavy blows terranean. Spanis cers, with the injunetion mune when fought to a conclusion, Th. pendence of Cuba. degrees of temperature, an average of 4 month such as the traditions would serve to warrant a Washingtonian in expecting. During the thirty-one days the wind blew, it is true, a total of 5,280 miles, but so gently and steadily that the tiny wheels on the roof of the weather bureau at no time revolved faster than at the rate of twenty- These statistics, fur- nished by the official records, go to show that March differed in its discomforts from the traditional month of cold winds mainly of the clouds. The skies were in harmony with the grave and threatening political pessibilities through which this country ——~>+2—____ The Texas will no doubt endeavor to make a record as a bellig2rent quantity worthy of the state which sends Mr. Bailey. —_++2—___ replied the other, seem to have nearly as much trouble with “I sat through Zola’s Louis and Louisville, and they were disputing as to which of their towns would win the pen- for weakness and ief of Cuba should be our Porto Rico would be a West ‘e can be no peace without the inde- it is best that all men should be free. Even so hath the Lord appointed. A free Cuba under our moral protectorate would be another Helland or Belgium. from the deadening influences of S; a windy “If they’re Rich’s Shoes they’re proper.” Ten-two F. The footwear for Easter. Just one more week in which to prepare. yourself for Easter. With the new Eas- ter gown you must have new footwear, of course—and as you want the best you must look to us to supply it. Look to our stock of “novelties” — the models of footwear good- ness—to get what you want. And it’s safe to say you have never seen such a stock be- fore—certainly not in this city. Already we have fitted out Most of the social leaders with Easter footwear—and _ this “week will “increase the de- mand. That we should enjoy the patronage of the elite is but natural—for here they have but to look to find just what is most desirable and cor- rect, All the newest styles in both shoes and oxfords are here— in the new shades of tan and brown—and there never was such a showing of dainty, smart-looking footwear. Ours are the novelties of the footwear world—which no other shoe store in this Vicin- ity takes the trouble to show— and which are so vastly differ- ent than anything you'll see this side of the fashion centers of New York city. There is nothing in the foot- wear line that we cannot show you if it is fashionable and wanted. We should like to have you get in as early as possible the coming week and select what you want. The last few days will find a rush of patrons— and buying may be done with less discomfort now. and the weeping fate Millinery* Novelties. direct importation. getting on in his “he doesn’t fond of farces,” the theater. gentleman with All-wool Etamine— 36 inches wide Wool Mixtures— 36 inches wide. “How would 38 inches wide All-wool Henrietta— street colorings. 45 inches wide another from some effects. 40 inches wide All-wool Henrietta— 45 inches wide aisen _Our showifig of new spring : bicycle and golf footwear leaves nothing to be desired. It’s so vastly superior to any other stock around town that there is no comparison at all. Every newest style is here— dozens of them—the most sty- lish novelties that are shown. The same sort that are seen in the swell shoe shops of the metropolis—but only of us at the capital. Come and see them, won’t you? We desire to call the atten- tion of our patrons-to the fact that we ate:ready to-fill every possible want in the matter of footwear for the coming horse show. Ours is the only establish- ment here which can readily All-wool Granite— browns and blues, 45 inches wide 45 inches wide. . French Poplins— In seven of the most popular new blues. 44 inches wide 44 inches wide Chevron Raye— ‘Two-toned shadings of blue, gray—a very rich fabric. 42 inches wide Satin Covert— ing straight here. patent leathers and the walk- ing shoes for street wear—has never been equaled. Almost every man in the city knows Rich’s footwear—will have no other sort. We are ready to supply the dressy ones with the new Easter footwear at any time they will come next week—ready with a stock that contains every wanted style and smart novelty. become the con- For the unsparing in our Sooner or later, may have a base these This can B. Rich’s Sons, “High Art Footwear for the Elite,” Ten-two F St. PIQUE COATS, IN PIC that war is hu- gantly trimmed with embro swift, relentless THE ONLY GENUINE HUNYADI WATER, Sian ie te Freed Woodward *1 Lothrop Announce for Monday and Following Days of the Week _ Easter Opening of Paris Hats, Bonnets and Toques, At which time they will display late models from the leading Paris A special fabric at a special price—fashionabler colors. -2Qc. a yard. A very pretty fabric, called all-wool, but has a little ‘cotton ‘carded in with the wool, which is imperceptible and increases the wearing qualities. -37$c. a yard. All-wool Henrietta— At old prices—all desirable colors. 374c. a yard. Silk finish—exquisite evening tints and a host of -59c. a yard. All-wool Diagonal— All the staple colorings, comprising many hand- 50c. a yard. A wide range of colorings, incl nding grays, tans, modes, reseda, browns, reds and blues. 5 .65c. a yard. The popular fabric in the popular grays, tans, 75c. a yard. All-wool Two-toned Diagonal— Narrow and wide wale—correct colorings. +75. a yard colorings, two shades of gray, the new castor, brown, reseda and two $1.00 a yard. French Whipcords— Manufactured in France—exquisite shades of brown, olive green, blue, also light grays. $1.00 a yard. brown, $1.00 a yard. 45 inches wide........$1.00 a yard. . Special Exhibition of Children’s Clothing for Easter. In Infants’ Department Monday, on special exhibition, will be Coats, Reefers, Frocks, Hats, Caps and numerous other dainty” and pretty accessories to the babies’ wardrobe. The styles for the little ones ate distinctive—many of them design- ed exclusively for us. Quaint fashions, unique ideas, exquisite con- ceits among the home productions as well as the Paris contingent. A most liberal assortment of both, including extreme novelties in Christen- ing Robes and Party Frocks, etc., and scores of practical, every-day things, will be on special display Monday and following days of the week. CHILDREN'S FANCY FROCKS, of exquisite Printed Organdies, Mousselines, Mulls, etc. o mings of soft laces and dainty ribbons—odd aud pretty effects. Ee eee SRESQUE AND PRETTY jery, others plainer. Also their own direct importations of Untrimmed Hats and Bonnets, representing exclusive styles not obtainable elsewhere. Also a rare collection of Imported Flowers, Fancy Feathers and You are invited to inspect these and other novelties of their own Dress Stuffs for Easter. The Dress Goods stock as represented by our vast assortment in- cludes the cleverest and-latest creations of the leading French, English, German and American looms, and is by tar the handsomest, richest and altogether the most attractive we have ever collected. We have imported largely the latest effects as shown by the leading Paris modistes for spring and summer gowns for Promenade, Driving, Church and Shopping Purposes. Also Styles Designed for Wedding, Visiting, Going- Away and Reception Gowns. The display of rich novelty fabrics is unsurpassed. Only enough of the finer sorts for a dress pattern or two. Exclusive bits of elegance, pro- duced on hand looms that cannot be duplicated. Especial attention is called to the medium and lower grades of goods, the quality and beauty ef which are unusual. Vigereaux— A handsome French sulting, in five very handsome color combinat:ons—mixed effects, 45 inches wide $1.25 a yard. Bengaline— The extremely popular corded fabric, in five rich colors—gray, ?lue, castor and green in the new bright olive tint. 45 inches wide. Silk and Wool Fancies— Beautiful effects, very choice combination of color- ings. SE $1.25 a yard. 45 inches wide. 3 a yard. t Illuminated Poplins— In brown, grav, blue and green effects—a great favorite this season. 43 inches wide........$1.25 a vard. Two-toned Poplins— Double-warp, sufficiently heavy for tailor gowns— in A particularly handsome fabric, in two shades of gray and the very fashionable French blue. 44 inches wide German Tweeds— A choice combination of silk and wool—smooth surface, covert twill—mixed blues, browns, greens. 44 inches wide.$1.50 & $1.75 a yard. Travers Bengaline— Another rich silk-and-wool fabric, medium gray, value. in Yale blue, olive and brown—an exceptional ---$075 a yard. Deserved Success. Flour on having “Cream B.B.Earnshaw & Bro., Wholesalers-1205-1307-1100 11 1b, eaves te the barrel. “Cream Blend” deserves every iota of its success. It started right—and it has been all right since its first appearance on the market. It won its way solel merit. of what a thoroughly family flour should be. ly on It stands as a model go »l a has come to be known as the one flour that can al- ways be depended upon to make faultless bread. ream Blend Is Best. It's no ordinary flour. It’s a blend of the choicest spring and winter wheat flours that the east and west produce. guaranteed pure. want better bread, li Every pound is you rolls, cakes and pastry than you've ever had before see that you get “Cream Blend.” GF Your grocer 1000-1002 M_ st. o Ex will supply you. Insist h st. se. at 1868. 30th SALE! 1898. ANNIVERSARY R. Berberich’s Sons, 1138 7th St. N. W. plain figures. oe. $4.00 Willow Calf and Vici 50 Russet and Bis: Shoes, 12 pretty spring in Lad! A clean record of 30 years of shoe selling among you is ours, this our Anniversary Celebration. In order to make this an event to be remembered by all of our custom- ers, we have inaugurated a wonder- ful sale of Up-to-Date Foot- wear. We have displayed all goods on Tables, with the prices marked 8 $5.00 Guaranteed Patent Leather Hend-sewed Sho "$3.48 Men's Leather, Hard-sewed Shoes, spring styles. Ladies’ $2.50 Black and Tan Ties, hand turn Rasset and Bleck Patent $2.48 oxen $1.48 ies", Men’ n’s Footwear, in binck ‘and tan leather, all new spring styles,’ displayed at our stcre. Easter Gifts for the Children. apl-2t 45 inches wide. Checked Grenadine— To be worn over silk of same or contrasting colors— four exquisite colorings. 45 inches wide. .--$2.00 a yard English Twills— and German Tweeds, especially adaptable for tallor gowns—-mixtures, plaids ak — 45 inches wide.$1.50 & $2.50 a yard. green and High-class: Novelties— In these we are showing very handsome assort- Prices range from $1.75 to $3.50a yd Won’t Last Long. The demand for —— been so great that our supply is running -—— If you want to enjoy this —— delicious malt beveragze— ee mature age and double it has low. Ree eae eee ee «Washington Brewery Co.3 ; 4th & F Sts. N_E. ’Phone 2154 ap2-s,t.th.38 " ee Seuwceeee & STYLES: white, pink and bine—some ele- REEFERS IN EVERY NEW. STYLE, Plain and Ni some handsomely trimmed; others not’ so elaborate and suit: ——————— INFANTS’ LONG CLOAKS, IN BEDFORD AND VARIOUS NOVELTY CLOTHS, fancy brald and baby ribbons—some richly embroidered. ———— Eee HATS OF FINE STRAW, CHIFFON AND LACE, trimmed with soft laces and rib- velty Ch also White, Pink and Blue Pique; e for every-day wear, Galt & Bro. - —beg to announce that they have made unusual preparations for the EASTER WEDDING SEASON, and request an in- spection of their stock of Jew- elry, designed especially for en- gagement and Wedding Gifts. Galt & Bro., Jewellers, Silversmiths and 1107 PENN. AVENUE. tationers, trimmings of You eee eeeee eer Wor weeeee k, LARGE SHIRRED HATS OF ry laces; very chic. WHITE, PINK AND BLUE MULLS, trimmed with fine embroideries if possible the exact degree of Spanish re- | otilla should come by way of the Cape de sponsibility. The reports so far received] Verde Islands, but that it was turned im of the progress of this inquiry serve to|that direction by adverse winds and cur- show that the Maine affair will cut a very | rents. prominent figure In the history of the war with Spain if hostilities should actually PLEASE! 25 te 30 per cent reduction on reup- holstering furnitare — just to Introduce our Spring Upholstery stock, Estimates cost nothing. Le: us have your Packing. HATS ESPECIALLY FOR LITTLE BOYS—several styles; Hats; very simple and effective. MULL BONNETS IN tight fitting. ‘Second floor. Mull ‘Tam O’Shanters, Mull Shirred * panis! 7 rule, freedom would mean new life to Cuba. | Not alone would its enfranchisement be our contribution to, universal peace, but it j would be an end of the Cuban question, which for generations.has been a distress BEST NATURAL APERIENT WATER, to the Unitgd States. We have exhausted diplomacy in the hope ——_-+=s___. It is quite possible that the Vizcaya’s ———— A HUNDRED OR MORE EFFECTS; some with high poked fronts; others charming color effects. 44 inches wide. - $1.50 a yard. Corded Bayadere— occur between th> United States and the | crw will look back with some regret to the | of peace, and we now accept the arbitra- = Houghton ae) — misguided nation across the sea. time when American authorities were so | ™ent of war. Spain devolves upon us this 2 ry 1214 . . duty. The cup might have passed away @) ff G : ——— he : Wester, de Lame” and various other | fection,” “™ * “MWY BY police pro-) cut common sense and renaoh have been | CONSTIPATION, pening of White Goods SOOM «cs sshassextabesstant + de 5 heard. It might even pass now were head- prove that ‘not making an statesmen realize that a show of fight is eg por Tet Cb ee DYSPEPSIA, For Spring and Summer of ’98. oat wank Ciena ae eee their only chance to avoid being recorded When a Madrid newspaper undertakts to} voice of wisdom. She prefers war. War be 7 c <f shisi ored shirt shirt thet in the back number catalogue. sheer at this country’s fighting qualities it] it, then. We draw the stainless sword. LIVER COMPLAINTS, We will have on exhibition Monday our complete new stock of care- seater — ara rs we fade. ‘What other laundry will do as mnch? - | But, then, no other in town has the skill and af ye Drop a postal or "phone 592. Our wagon will call. Unstained it will return to its scabbard. The President will not fail. Behind the President are our lives, our fortunes and our sacred honor. shows conclusively that the sanctum's li- brary is deficient in its department of his- tory. ——_>-+2—___ Time is money and since Spain has made such bad use of borrowed funds there is a fully selected White,Goods, comprising a large assortment of the most desirable fabrics of foreign and donestic makes. All the popular staple sorts and novelties brought out this season. We offer them at the very lowest prices consistent with the high character of the goods. The Tichborne Claimant. The celebrated Tichborne claimant died yesterday in London after one of the most remantic careers of fraud ever recorded. This man, Arthur Orton, was a butch=r in & HEMORRHOIDS, “The prototype of all Bitter Waters.”*—Lancet. ‘The Blow Impends, From the New York Tribune. Persian Lawns, silk finish, 32 Linen Lawns, soft. and , Ausiralia when he first read Lady Tich- | great reluctance about trusting her with| ‘the decisive hour ja almapst at hand, ‘Phe inches wide. Per yard. 20c. to 62e. pags. 98 inches wide: Per 3740 to S100 ma raze’ s Laundry, borne’s advertisement calling for informa- | any more valvables. resources of diplomacy, patriotically em- 8c. to 373¢. | 7 ; ; Mat Ome, 1214 and 1216 D St. tion about the son whom all the other ————— > >—__. ployed by President McKinley with an meas 25¢. to 50¢. mediums and? heavy ‘Tana mie Ae members of the family but she had long March. earnest-hope that they might avail to ter- - . 25¢c. to $1.00 "Phone 582, _ap2-208 25c. to 75c. before conceded to nave be2n lost at sea. Orton answered the advertisement and set himself about the task of securing such in- formation about this family as could be found @t such a distance. Months after, when h2 had learned all he could about the Tichbornes in general and the man he im- personated in particular, he presented bim- self and was immediately “recognized” by Lady Tichborne, though he was repudi- ated by all her relatives as a fraud. His first legal attempt to oust a Tichbornue ten- ant in an effort to prove his claim was a miserable failure and he was immediately prosecuted for perjury. The trial lasted many weeks and nearly impov>rished the family, resulting in Orton's punishment by imprisonment tor fourteen years at hard labor. Upon his release be came to this country and became a barkeeper in a New York resort, where he attracted much attention “qss at first. Later he returned to London and published a “confession,” but by the time of its appearance interest in the case, which in the early 70's attracted interna- tional attention, had waned, and for sev- eral years Orton has been forgotten by the werld that eagerly devoured every item ob- tainable about the celebrated “Tichborne claimant” three decades ago. Orton was merely @ swindler who would not have been heard from outside of a smail circle All through the winter surprise was ex- pressed at the failure of the elements to equal their average records for cold, snow and other disagreeable accompaniments of the season. The three months usually marked by these factors were mild and even balmy at times. Weather-wise per- sens shook their heads, however, and ad- vised people to “wait until March was over” before casting up their accounts on the winter's weather. But March proved 4s mild, in proportion, as the rest of the season. Yet it was a disagreeable month, in an unusual way. It was like April, rath- e> than the month that is considered so prcduetive of Figh winds and other anaoy- img features. It was a cloudy, gloomy menth, with many rainy days, Only ten of the days were what the weather sharps call “clear.” Fifteen days were cloudy and Don’t : disk Your.Health. * Don't a cough. 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