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JO-DAY'S NEWS IN BRIEF.
1 IvOCATj AND SUBURBAN.
Christopher O'Nlel, whose son dlsappere4
from home several days ngo. has received
Word that the boy Is near Ottowa, 111.
Father Fahllgr celebrated his nret nun
yesterday at th.j St. Nicholas Church.
The funeral of Mrs. Catherine J. Frost will
take place to-day.
The funeral of Henry Donk. Jr.. -was held
nt his residence. No. M02 Cabanne place. The
body was Incinerated.
"The funeral of Hugcno Hats took place
from the family residence. The body was
Interred at Belli fontalno Cemetery-
The congregation of the Italian Church, at
nintecnth and Morgan .streets, are ma&lng
preparations for a memorial for King Hum
bert. A secret Kocietv called the Kissing Society
has come to llpht in St. Clair County. Il
linois, midway between East St. Louis and
aillstadt-
Tno boys of North St. Iouls had a nar
row escape from death and a tragedy was
only prevented by the quick action of F. D.
F. Murjihv of No. 122) North Ninth s'treet.
The body of Mrs. Minnie Strathman. miss
ing sinco May !. was found in a shed on
Chouteau avenue.
Additional trarsfcrs of patrolmen were or
dered yesterday nnd by now nearly all the
districts have been affected by the shako
up. Thn Oroecrp' AocIatlon picnic at Fair
Grounds was an unqualified success. It Is
climated there '.e:o fully PO.OCfl people pres
ent. GENERAL IIO.MESTIC.
Colonrl John I. Martin of St. Louis ar
riied ln I-lncoln. Neb. He will escort Mr.
Bryan to Indianapolis. The party leaves
Lincoln to-day.
Governor Gronvcnor of Ohio arrives In
London and ples out predictions on the
result of the NovembT election. claiming
that McKltiley is already assured of a
greater electoral vote than he received ln
:s?s.
A young woman employed In a paper mill
at Omaha fell through a steel chute sixty
feet lone, and landed on a man's shoul
der?, dislocating Ills neck.
Iead ore advanced SS.jO per ton the last
ueek. selling at M". Zinc ore was not ad
vanced ln top price, but a larger quantity
was pold.
President MrKlnley has approved the pro
visional plan fot the celebration next De
cember of the centciint.il of the establish
ment of the t-eat of Government in the Dis
trict of Oolumbi.t.
In a battle -with moonshiners In the Indian
Territory one olllcer was wounded and an
other Is missing.
Court has ruled against claimants to a
valuable estate in Argentine. Kas.
The Virginia Lake has arrived ln port and
reports that the Peary relief steamer Is pro
ceeding on Its journey north.
A Union raclflc train was held up by two
men near Hugo. Colo. The conductor was
compelled to awaken the passengers one by
one and the i others then forced them to
give up their money and valuables. One
man resisted and was killed. The conduc
tor's natch was returned so that he might
run the train.
A New York man Is the first to wear a
ehtrt waist In Chicago. He appeared ln the
new fad at a bail at a fashionable hotel
Saturday evening, and created a profound
sensation.
The Chief of Police of Kansas City has
ntirrcd up a hornets' nest by his announce
ment that ho will allow poker games to be
run In the city on payment of revenue ln
the shape of fines.
FOREIGN.
Paris cab drivers are on a strike. They
demand that they he allowed to rent vehi
cles at cheaper rates.
The Rusiians, Ifl.OOO strong, and the Jap
anese, numbering lO.ouO, are reported leading
the advance on Pekin.
The allies are ctnted to be encountering
serious resistance In the march toward
Pekin. The Chinese also are said to be
thieatenlnjr their communications. A force
of 3,0)0 Chinese is reported south of Tien
tsin. It is said that the British and American
troops did not move forward with the other
International forces. Chaffee has been great
ly delayed by difficulties encountered ln
landing Tils forces at Taku. Horses, men
nnd supplies have to be transported four
teen miles on lighters.
A dispatch from Paris says that an Im
perial edict, is-sued from Pekin. announces
that the Ministers will be escorted to Tlcn
Tcln by a btrong force, commanded by Gen
eral Yung Lu, whenever they decide to go.
Also, they will be permitted to communi
cate fieely with their home Governments.
It Is now said that Li Hung Chang, though
very despondent, has not committed sui
cide. The first overt act against foreigners at
Shanghai has occurred. Three Chinese sol
diers, in' disguise, attempted to assassinate
an English resident.
SPORTING.
St. Louis pounded Pitcher Mercer all over
Hie lot, and won easily.
Pugilistic news about the big mills
that are to bo detlded ln New York this
month.
Marine IntelllKence.
New York. Aug. 6. Arrived: Steamer Al
ler. Genoa, Naples and Gibraltar.
Now York, Aug. 5. Arrived: Steamer
Deutschland. Hamburg.
Queenstonn, Aug. 5. Sailed: Etruria, New
Xork.
CHINAMAN ARRESTED.
Ex-Federal Soldier Charged With
Cattle-Rustling in Nebraska.
larPUBMC SPECIAL.
Valentine. Nob., Aug. 5. With the arrest
of E. D. Chota. a Cherry County China
man, for cattle rustling was developed an
Interesting story of one of the prominent
Etockmen of Nebraska.
Mr. Chota is woalthy nnd a native China
man. His father and uncle occupied high
positUws under the Empress, and through
them he obtained a thorough English edu
cation. When the Civil "War broke out,
young Chota became Interested, and upon
reading "Uncle Tom's Cabin" his sympa
thies were enlisted wholly with the North.
STho adventurous Chinaman came to Amer
ica and enlisted with the Union soldiers.
Throughout the Civil "War he Berved with
distinction.
After the war., owing to his soldierly qual
ities, he remained ln the service and re
enllsted. serving until he was retired at the
end of thirty years on half pay. His papers
show he was commended on several oc
casions for gallantry. He is a member of
the G. A. R. and a Mason.
He persists thai he Is not guilty of the
crime charted against him and says he will
make it warm for fellow-stockmen who are
responsible for his arrest.
Speaking of China, he said: "The mlf
Blonaries are to blame for the trouble ln
China, and they are the forerunners of
conquest in the name of God. As long as
the great Powers use the missionaries for
the conquest of a Kingdom Christianity
will find no welcome on the Oriental
chores."
TALMAGE IN BERLIN.
Preached in tJie American Church
Russia Discussed.
Berlin. Aug. 5. The Reverend Doctor T.
Do Witt Taimage, who arrived ln Berlin
yesterday with his family from St. Peters
burg, preached in the American Church to
day on "Encouragement to Christian Work
ers," finding his text ln the first book of
Samuel, chapter ixx, verse 24.
To the conespondent of the Associated
Press Doctor Taimage said this afternoon:
"While In St. Petersburg I was invited
to dine with Emperor Nicolas, who is ln
excellent health, and gives one the impres
eion of being physically strong. He seemed
to be much interested in American politics,
and Inquired regarding the prospects of the
presidential election. He Is extremely well
Informed as to American affairs generally.
"The Czar talked freely about the China
question, and said he exiiected that all
jvould pass off without Ions difficulties."
Doctor Taimage, who was favorably Im
pressed with the development of the Rus
sian people, remarked:
"I found as much religious liberty ln Rus
sia ! there is in New York or Washing
ton." More Rain In Texas.
HEPUBUC BPECIAL.
Dallas. Tex.. Aug. 5. Heavy rains are
reported to-night ln the Brazos and Colora
do valleys. They will not help cotton, but, on
the contrary, fears are felt that worms will
be seriously developed.
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DRY GOODS COMPAITT.
Our Annual August Sale
An Exceptional Opportunity in
Than
Silks.
Our Richest Imported Goods, as well as the more
practical styles, are offered in this sale.
FANCY SILKS 25 different
styles, including Chene Stripes,
Canelle effects. Damns and Fig
ured Foulards,
All at 50c.
Previous to this Sale were 75c. STc
and $1.00.
40 different designs, comprising
Plaids, Stripes and "Warp Print
effects in Taffetas. Satin Damas
and Figured Foulards.
75c per yard.
Previous to this Sale were 11.25,
$1.50 and $2.00.
Imported Novelties in Panne Tm
prime, Taffetas Mousseline Tin
prime, Taffetas Brode, Taffetas
Embroidered in escurial designs.
At $1.25 per yard.
Previous to this Sale wore $3.00,
$-1.00 and $5.00.
Colored Silks.
150 lengths Colored Taffetas. 10
yards and under, suitable for
waists and skirts, at a uniform
price of
50c per yard.
Previous to this Sale were S5c.
Black Silks.
Owing to the general usefulness of Black Silks, the
values offered now a. very interesting.
Taffetas, 21 inch, strong and dur
able, 65c per yard.
Taffetas Metalique. one of the
fabrics for the coming season,
95c per yard.
Satin Cyrano, rich in appearance,
very suitable for dress skirts or
wai6ts,
95c per yard.
Black Satin Duchesse and Teau
de Soie,
At $1.00 per yard.
Previous to this Sale were $1.25.
At $1.25 per yard.
Previous to this Sale were $1.75.
At $2.00 per yard.
Previous to this Sale were $2.50.
Fancy Black Silks and Grena
dines at still greater reductions.
Colored and Fancy Dress Goods.
The season is approaching for utilizing short lengths
as well as full patterns. In our sale of Dress Goods we
have about 850 lengths of 7 yards and less that are marked
at one-third ) amd one-half (4) the regular prices.
Many of them are reserved styles and only one of a color.
Materials by the Yard.
f36inch Fancy Wool Suiting, suit
able for autumn wear,
20c per yard.
Formerly tvere 85c.
32-inch Satin Stripe Challies,
elaborate printings on varied
color grounds
At 50c per yard.
Instead of 85c.
46-inch All-Wool Jacquard Nov
elty Suiting, green only,
At $1.00 per yard.
Instead of $1.75.
46-inch French Covert Cloth, in
complete assortment of autumn
colorings,
At $1.25 per yard.
Previous to this Sale -was $2.00.
48 - inch' All - Wool Tailoring
Checks and Stripes,
At $1.50.
Previous to this Sale was $2.25.
50 Novelty Suit Patterns, in ex
clusive colorings,
At J Former Prices.
Millinery.
The head of this department is now in Paris, making
selections for Autumn and Fall. Before their arrival we
are disposing of this season's stock at great reductions.
All Our Navy Blue Split Straw and Rough and Ready
Sailor Hats At 25c each
50 Trimmed Walking Hats 25c each
Were $2.50 and $3.50 each.
30 Handsomely Trimmed Dressy Hats $1.00 each
Some of them were 84.00 and $6.00 each.
35 Elaborately Trimmed and Very Stylish Hats, some of them
Models, suitable for Carriage and Garden Parties.... $5.00 each
Instead of $15.00, $20.00 and $25.00.
Men's Furnishings.
Negligee Shirts.
Men's and Boys' Fancy Madras
Negligee Shirts, this season's
goods,
75c Each.
Previous to this Bale -were $1.00.
Men's Madras Negligee Shirts,
this season's goods,
$1.00 and $1.50 Each.
Previous to this Sale were $1.50 and
$2.00.
Neckwear.
In a variety of Fancy Madras
String Ties, Bat Wings, Shield
Bows, Four-in-Hands, White
Pique Ascots, Puffs and Flats,
5c Each.
Previous to this Sale -were 25c and
50c.
Fancy Silk Bat Wings, Band and
Shield Bows, in a variety of this
season's 6tyles,
10c Each.
Previous to this Sale were 50c.
Begins To-Day, Monday.
Every Department to Buy Reliable Dry Goods, .in Some Instances at Less
the Value of the Material They Are Composed Of.
Suits.
It is our desire in Suits and Outer Garments for
women to dispose of all styles in the season for which they
were selected. We have therefore made present prices to
secure the prompt sale of existing stock.
Tailor-Made New Goods
Tan and Gray Homespun, Light
and Dark Scotch Tweeds, Cream
Cheviot, Eton or Coat effect
many of these garments are
made over silk,
$12.50 each.
Trovious to fhis Sale wore ?20.00.
TailorMade Walking
Suits.
Of Fancy Plaid Back Materials,
five color effects, new Eton style,
$15.00 each.
Previous to this Sale were $22.50.
Cream Serge, Eton Style, coat
lined with taffetas silk, skirt
lined with percaline,
$12.50.
Previous to this Sale were $20.00.
Gowns.
Summer Silk in assorted fancy
checks, lined throughout with
silk,
$15.00 each.
Previous to this Sale were $50.00
ami $00.00.
Plain and Fancy Cloth, Wool
Poplins and Silk Mull Costumes,
lined throughout with silk,
$35.00 each.
Previous to tills Sale were $75.00,
$05.00 and $100.00.
Plain and Fancy Etamine, Nov
elty Grenadine Silk and Wool
Poplin Dresses, made over spe
cial grade taffetas silk,
$50.00 each.
Previous to this Sale were $100.00,
$110.00 and $120.00.
Novelty Silk, Black Taffetas Ap
plique on Brussels Net and Chan
tilly Lace Gowns made over silk,
$75.00 each.
Previous to this Sale were $150.00
and $175.00.
Figured Foulard Silk
Gowns.
This season's most desirable
styles, handsomely trimmed with
lace and velvet ribbon,
$30, $45, $65.
Previous to this Sale were $50.00,
$60.00, $75.00. $90.00.
Of Figured Dimity, Plain and
Fancy Organdy,
S18.50, $25, $30, $35.
Previous to this- Sale were $2S.50,
$35.00, $50.00.
Wash Dresses.
Tailor-made, this season's best
styles, plain linen, natural color,
Eton effects,
$7.50 each.
Previous to this Sale wore $10.00.
Plain Gray and Tan Pique, Blue,
Gray and White Canvas, hand
somely trimmed with White,
Eton and Shirt Waist effects.
$13.50 each.
Previous to this Sale were $17.50
nnd $20.00.
Plain White and Blue Canvas
and Natural Color Linen, Blouse
Effects, also Eton Style with
Bishop Sleeves,
$17.00 each.
Previous to this Sale were $27.50.
Gloves.
A" special grade three-clasp
White Chamois Gloves, sizes
5 1-2 to 7,
50c Per Pair.
Previous to this Sale were 75c.
Capes.
Suitable for Autumn, in a vari
ety of choi-e styles, including
Parisian novelties, such as Black
.letted Grenadine trimmed with
handsome lace and chiffon,
510.00 each.
Frcvious to this Sale were $35.00
and $10.00.
Plain Velvet, Novelty Silk and
Peau de Soie. trimmed with fine
lace and black and colored se
quins, $15.00 each.
Previous to this Sale were $40.00,
$50.00, $75.00 and $100.00.
Jackets.
Peau de Soie Tucked and elab
orately trimmed in jet and chif
fon, Eton and blouse effects,
$15.00 and $20.00.
Previous to this Sale were $10.00,
$00.00 and $100.00.
Walking Skirts.
Tailor-Made, of plain material
with fancy plaid back, five color
effects,
$7.50.
Previous to this Sale were $10.00,
$12.00.
Separate Dress Skirts.
Cream Serge and Alpaca Skirts,
all sizes, this season's goods,
$7.00.
Previous to this Sale were $12.50
and $14.00.
Natural Blue and White Linen,
Canvas Cloth and Pique,
$2, $4, $5, $7.50.
Previous to this Sale were $5.00,
$8.50, $10.00.
Dressing Sacques.
Of White and Colored. Lawn,
slightly mussed,
$1.75, $2.50, $3.00.
Previous to this Sale were $3.50,
$5.00, $0.00.
Wrappers.
White and Colored Lawn, slight
ly mussed,
$1.25 and $2.50.
Previous to tills Sale were $2.50,
$5.50.
Cotton Shirt Waists.
r5 dozen Fancy Madras, Percale
and Fancy Lawn Shirt Waists,
also Plain White Lawn Waists
with shirred fronts,
35c each.
Previous to this Sale were $1.00,
$1.25.
15 dozen Fancy Lawn, Madras
and Gingham Waists, in varied
assortment of select styles,
$1.00 each.
Previous to this Sale were $2.00,
$2.50.
35 dozen Imported Novelty
Stripe Madras Waists in one
hundred distinct colorings,
$1.25 each.
Previous to this Sale were $3.50.
25 dozen White Lawn Shirt
Waists, elaborately tucked and
trimmed with embroidery,
50c each.
Previous to tills Sale were $1.25.
All of our finer Waists, Lace
and Embroidery trimmed, dur
ing this sale at greatly reduced
prices.
Bric-a-Brac and Art Goods.
To complete the reorganization of this floor we have
made prices on all small lots and brolcen assortments of
Bric-a-Brac, Art Goods and Stamped Linen that will dis
pose of them promptty. Note Reductions:
Curtains.
100 pairs of Ruffled Muslin Cur
tains, At 50c and 75c per pair.
Previous to this Sale were 75c, $1.00,
$1.25.
500 odd pairs of Nottingham,
Irish Point and other Lace Cur
tains one, two and three pair
lots,
At $4, $5, $7.50 per pair.
Previous to this Sale were $5.00,
$0.50, $13.00.
Tapestry Portieres.
At $2.95, $3.95, $5.95 per pair.
Previous to this Sale were $5.00,
$S.0O, $8.50.
Single Portieres . . . $1.50 each
Were $4.50. $5.00, $0.00, $7.50.
Tapestries by the yard,
25c, 35c, 65c, $1.00.
Previous to this Sale were 45e, 50c,
$1.00, $1.35.
Japanese Fire Screens.
65c and 85c each.
Previous to this Sale were $1.00
and $1.25.
Art Department.
Japanese and Li Mogue Plates,
varied decorations,
15c, 20c, 50c, 65c.
Were 25c, 30c, 50c, $1.00.
Wedgewood, Austrian and Kad
ford Jasper Plates, etc. artistic
decorations.
$1.50, $2, $2.50, S3.
PreTlous to this Sale were $2.00,
$2.75, $3.50, $4.50.
Copper and Brass Tea Kettles,
with Alcohol Lamp,
$1.50, '$2, $3.50, $6 each.
Previous to this Sale were $2.50,
$2.05, $5.00, $8.00.
Nickel Chafing Dishes,
$2, $2.50, $9 each.
Previous to this Sale were $3.50,
$3.75, $13.50.
Stamped Linen.
Center Pieces . . .5c, 20c, 25c, 75c
Were 10c, 25c, 35c, $1.00.
Applique Scarfs .75c, $1.15, $1.25
Were $1.85, $1.75, $2.50.
Applique Covers .50c, 75c, $1.25
Previous to this Sale were $1.50,
$1.85, $2.50.
Japanese Silk Squares 95c
Previous to this Sale were $3.50.
Lace Dept.
Black Lace Tunics,
$7.50, $10, $13.50, $16.50.
WeTe $12.50, $10.50, $21.00, $25.00.
White and Colored Applique
Robes $7.50 and $15.00 each
Were $12.50, $25.00.
Black Lace Robes. .. $10.00 each
Previous to this Sale were $25.00.
Col'd Liberty Silk Robes. . $15.00
Previous to this Sale were $25.00.
Colored Chenille Skirts. . $12.50
Previous to this Sale were $20.00.
Ladies' Neckwear.
Plain Pique nnd Madras Wash
able stocks . .25c
Were $1.00.
Fancy Lawn Collars 10c, 25c, 30c
Were 25c, 50c, $1.50.
Baskets.
Scrap, Fancy and Stand I.askets,
15c, 25c, $1, $1.50 each.
Were 25c. 50c, ?U0. $1-50, $2.75.
Radford Jasper Ware.
Cream Pitchers, Sugar Bowls,
Powder Boxes. Comb and Brush
Trays, etc., Wedgewood Color
ings and Cameo Decorations,
75c, $1. $1.25, $1.50, S2 each.
Were $1.25, $1.85, $2.25. $:..()0. $3.50.
Japanese Cream Pitchers,
25c, 35c, 0c, $1.
Were 50c, 95c, $1.25.
Art Needlework.
Made-up Sofa Pillows, in assort
ed Fancy Cretonnes, Denims, Ori
ental Canvas and Tapestry,
35c, 50c, 75c, 95c, $2 each.
Were 4Sc, 65c, $1.00, $1.25. $2.95.
Lace.
D'Oylies, size 8x7 inches,
3c, 15c, 20c, 25c each.
Were 5c, 20c, 25c, 35c
Center Pieces, 22x22 inches,
$1, 51.75, $2.75 each.
Were $1.50, $2.25, $3.25.
Cloths, 27x44 inches... $4, $5, $6
Were $5.00, $0.50, $7.50.
Bed Spreads . . $50 and $75 each
Were $75.00, $95.00.
Furniture
Mahogany Tables .. .$10.00 each
Were $12.50, $15.00.
Mahogany Desks . . . $20.00 each
Were $25.00.
Algerian Carved Pedestals, Ta
bourettes and Tables,
$12 and $22.50 each.
.Were $22.50, $27.50.
Mahogany Cabinet 45.00
Instead of $S5.00.
yernis Martin Cabinet,
$75 each.
Instead of $125.00.
Wash Goods.
Basement.
350 pieces Dimity, Batiste and
Lawn, in large and varied assort
ment of select printings, on light
and dark grounds,
5; per yard.
Previous to this. Sale were 121-2c
and 15c.
125 pieces Real Irish Dimity (ire
Bride's best goods), silk styles,
complete assortment of stripes
and figures, on light, medium
and dark grounds,
15c per yard.
Previous to this Sale were 25c.
Ribbons.
450 pieces of All-Silk Taffetas
and Satins, colors assorted,
25c per yard,
Instead of 50c.
The remainder of
Belts Colors only,
25c Each,
Instead of $1.25.
our Pulley
FATHER MARQUET
ON THE BOXERS.
Interesting Letter Describing the
Outrages Inflicted on Chris
tian Missionaries.
ONE VICTIM ROASTED ALIVE.
Chinese Authorities at First Tried
to Protect the Priests Chris
tians Defended Them
selves Bravely.
New York. Aug. 5. In a letter from the
Reverend Father Marquet, the superior of
the Roman Catholic missionaries ln the
Province of Chl-Li, China, just received
here, he says that at the beginning of the
Boxer outbreak the Chinese authorities
soucht to protect the Christians. He tells
how the native Christiana fought against
the Boxers and defeated them;
"The Boxr say that, by the help of
certain incantations," writes Father Mar- '
quet, "they become Invulnerable as soon
as the spirit to which, they surrendered
themselvs has taken possession of them.
But whenever a Christian is present or
wherever a church stands, the spirit, they
say. does not descend upon them, and so
they cannot become invulnerable. In fact,
not far from the Christian establishment of
Tchu-Kln-Ho (King Tcheou), three of those
who had been initiated, volunteered, after
their incantations, to be tired at. The first
of them was instantly killed, while the two
others were mortally wounded.
Boxen Illumed Christians.
"It was market day, and the Boxers,
afraid of losing their prestige before the
people, proclaimed loudly that this was the
fault of the Christians. They spread the
news that neophytes had killed one of their
adherents and wounded the others, and de
clared their intention of getting rid of the
Christians, sacking their houses and burning
their churches."
Of tho beginning of actual trouble. Father
Marquet writes:
"With the exception of three communities,
which, foreseeing what was about to hap
pen, had armed themselves, and two others,
which were protected by pagan village
chiefs, every Christian establishment at
King Tcheou was sacked. At Lcou-Pa,
Tchoang, a Christian who wanted to save
his house, was stabbed; then an inflamma
tory fluid was poured over his body and set
on Are while he was sUU breathing. A few
days later It was the turn of the Christian
establishments of Pou-Tcheng, Keao-Ho and
Tong-Koang. The district of Father And
lauer, the real hotbed of the Boxers, suf
fered most.
Christian Hrnve.
"First of all. the Christians vere asked
to apostatlzo, but, so far as is known,
nnno did so. and every Christian commu
nity, with the exception of that of Fu-Kia-Tchang,
whose members had taken
nignt, was devastated.
"A part of the new Christian establish
ments was subsequently destroyed. Father
Kcitzler was compelled to retire to Ou
Kiao. "The Boxers crossed the Imperial Canal,
Invaded his district, and effected a junction
with the Boxers of Cham-Tong. Though
surprised, the courageous Christians de
fended themselves valiantly till all their
ammunition was gone; then, when thero
was no more powder left, they hurled
bricks from the rooftop on tho heads of
the bandits.
"From Chenn-Tscheon tho Reverend
Father Wilbur writes that already twenty
one establishments have been plundered,
and that he himself was In great danger.
"The southern district enjoyed a relative
tranquillity. Tho sacking of some houses
belonging to Christian Neophytes by the
sect of tho 'great daggers' was atoned for.
Some heads were cut off and an indemnity
of 3 or 400 francs was given to the ag
grieved families.
So as to neglect no human means we
applied for assistance to the French Con
sul at -Tien-Tsln. and through him to tho
Viceroy of Chl-Ll, and requested that a
sufficient force of soldiers be sent to op
pose the progress of the rioters, who be
came more numerous and more desperate
every day.
Frepnred for ComfUct.
"Meanwhile, we wiped away the dust from
our cannon and rifles of 1S60, and after
putting them In repair we trained the can
non on our walls and handed the rifles to
our brave Christian volunteers who have
placed themselves at our disposal. Within
two dai-s we had 300 men. some armed with
BANKS OF MANILA X
! FORM A COMBINE.
Manila, Aug. 5. The only three
banks in Manila have formed a
ring to reduce arbitrarily and with- T
out justification the rate of ex-
change for American gold. This
has caused widespread indignation
and many difficulties for com
merce and minor business. The
banks, however, are obdurate.
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rifles, others with swords, while the rest
had spe.irs, knives', axes, iron bars, etc.
"The Boxers, numbering S00, wer.e desir
ous, first of all, to carry the village of Ton-Tai-Kon.
not far distant from our resi
dence, and hastened to storm the houses of
the Christians who had taken up arms. In
trepid, though few in number, the Chris
tians waited for the Boxers, and from the
roofs of their houses spread death and
havoc in the ranks of the enemy.
"The Boxers fled, but soon rallied at the
sound of their tom-tom In a neighboring
village, and again were getting ready to
storm the village when trumpets were heard,
which had the efTect of throwing them into
disorder and made them take flight perma
nently. The approaching force was a troop
of cavalry of the regular army, which Fa
ther Becker, in a most pressing letter, had
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turning.
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Especially when the Eyes are concerned.
At the first sign of failing sight you
should have your eyes examined.
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requested the Mandarin to dispatch to his
help. The cavalrymen came ln great haste,
and though they reached the scene of action
too late to take part in the victory, they at
least scattered the enemy.
Communities Devnxtated.
"AH together forty-five Christian commu
nities were devastated, in hlch no religious
Bervlce of any kind can be held. Should the
soldiers which were sent to our help be re
called by events occurring on the seacoasts
or at Tien-Tsln, we would again be at the
mercy of these countless hordes who cherish
In their hearts an Implacable hatred of
Europeans and the Christian religion."
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Via the BURLINGTON ROUTE,
On sale Aug. 8th and 15th. Final limit Sept.
30th. Details at ticket office, S. W. corner
Broadway and Olive st.
ZELAYA'S ATTITUDE.
Desires to Deal Directly With
United States.
REPUBLIC SPECIAL.
Panama. Colombia, vis Galveston. Tex..
Aug. 5.-(Copyright, 1500, by the New York.
Managua. Nicaragua, telegraphs that Pres
ident Zelaya desires to deal directly with
Herald Company.) Our correspondent at
the United States lor the construction of
the Interoceanlc canal.
Negotiations looking to an agreement be
tween the two countries would be under
taken by the President, provided there wai
an abrogation of all tho present concession
relating to the canal by mutual agreement
between the parties Interested.
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