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Tiis Dalles Daily Chfoniele. SUBSCRIPTION KATES. IT KAIL, FOBTAOB razrAID, IH ADYASCX. Weakly, 1 year... 1 50 month!. , 0 75 s ' 0 0 Call r,l year 6 00 " 6 months. 8 00 per " 0 50 . Address all oommnnieatlon to " THE CHB.ON- IOL.E," The Dalles, Oregon. TUESDAY - MAY 7, 1895 CLEVELAND VS. DEMOCRACY When President Cleveland was. fir st elected the democracy had been out of power for twenty-four years. A great many democrats at once concluded that it was not the principles of the party. tmt the man who headed its ticket had won the victory. Unfortunately for the democracy this opinion had no more firm believer than the president him self. It did not dawn on him all at once, and so drown him in the sea of his own greatness, but permeated his system slowly, but steadily, by what is known as capillary attraction, and its effect was the same as usually happens when a large amount of moisture is ab sorbed by some solid substance that is, the substance doing the absorbing be comes too large to remain hemmed in by the surroundings and boundaries which held it before. In other words, it swells. In 1889, the process being reversed, the water dried out of the ex president, and he was again selected as "being able to fill the gap at the head of the democratic ticket. Instead of profit ing by one case of swelling, the party tried the same timber for the third time, only to find that its power for ab ' sorption had increased so wonderfully that instead of believing himself the earvant of the public, he imagined him self the owner of his own party and the country too. There were wise men before Agamem non, and certainly wise democrats be fore Cleveland. He was- the creature of circumstances, not the creator of them He imagines he has succeeded in mate rializing the . grim-humored idea of Diogenes, who, upon being put upon the block for sale, and asked what he was good for, or could do, replied : . "Sell me to some man who wants a master for himself," and so imagining, kicks the plattorm on which he' was elected to pieces, turns his back to the ladder by . which he has climbed into place, and spurns as ignoble dust the common peo ple who placed him on his pinnacle of greatness. A few figures may serve to dispel, not Mr. Cleveland's idea of the power of his leadership, bnt that of the people who yet imagine that it was the man and not the party that won. Let us look at the result, 'as shown by the popular vote: Lincoln was elected by a popular vote of 1,866,352, against 2,226,920 for Breckenridge and 1,374,157 for Douglas, the latter two being both democrats. Lincoln was re-elected by a vote of 2, 216,067 against 1,808,725 for George B. McClellan, a majority of 400,000 voteB. Grant was elected in 1868, by a vote of 3,015,071 over Seymour, with 2,709,613. a majority ot 300,000. He was re-elect-i ed over Greely by a vote of 3,507,070 against 2,834,079, a majority of 700,000, and this increase was due to democratic refusal to support the man, instead of the party. In 1876 Rutherford B. Hayes received 4,033,950 to Tilden's 4,284,885, and was only declared elected after the famous fifteen commission, and yet Tilden had 250,000 majority. In 1880 Garfield. was elected, having 4,449,530 to Hancock's 4,442,350, almost a tie. Cleveland was elected in 1684, bis vote being 4,913,248, Blaine's 4.848, 150 ; a majority of 65,000. ' In 1888 Har rison had 5,441,423 to Cleveland's 5,536,- 224, jl majority against him of 5,000, In 1892 Mr. Cleveland, for the third time, asked the greatest favor a party can bestow, from the bands of that party, which Is too small for him, and received 15,556,918 votes to Mr. Harri son's 5,176,108, a majority of 380,810 This result was largely dne to the ma . chine politicians' disgust with Mr. Har rison, who, like bis successor, was larger than the party ; and it was not due to Mr. Cleveland's popularity. On the heels of the war Tilden had as large a majority in proportion to the vote as Cleveland in '92. A calm survey of the figures does not ' show that there was any wild ecramble to vote for Cleveland. He carried only his party strength, neither more nor less ; nor more nor less than any other candidate would have had. The in creaseofvotesin iheprSTdentialelcc i I is from 700,000 to 900,000, and a gain either way is always possible. Yet the figures show that the democratic party has always been almost as strong as the republican, and Mr.-Cleveland's candi dacy did not add to its strength. . GAMBLING. The pulpits of Milwaukee, Wis., Sun day were all used for a single purpose, to make a combined attack on "the gambling evil in Milwaukee." The ministerial association has had detec tives employed to gather evidence show ing that gambling was prevalent in .the city. Of course that was a matter that no one in Milwaukee doubted, nor is the other . assertion of the - ministers, that the gambling games were nnder police protection, at all doubted by any person acquainted with the ways cf cities generally. It exists, not only in Milwaukee, but in every other city in the United States, and to an extent that the evidence does not disclose. Every body knows of its existence, but the question is, what are they going to do about it? How are they going to draw the line between one kind of gambling and a hundred other kinds? Good peo ple raise both hands in pious horror at the idea of a- poker game. ' They roll their eyes in an ecstacy of deprecation at the mention of a faro lay-out, and between times, while puzzling their brains as to which is the worst, they in vest their surplus money in stocks. They give thanks that the lotteries are being closed out, and go down into the bottomless wheat-pit. Instead of gam- Dling with cards, betting their money on dice, or taking their chances in a lot tery, these people opposed to gambling, put up their money on the action of the elements, the bountifulness of nature ; the bears bet that crops will be abund ant and prices low, while the bulls risk their money in betting against the mer ciful goodness of God, The average gambler, professional, backs bis skill and the percentages of his game against the skill or guessing qualities of .his opponent. The gambler naturally has a little the best of it. How is it in the shuffle of stocks, or the deal in the wheat pit? There the small gambler has no show ; his skill and his judgment go for naught, but he is sim ply a badly - damaged shuttlecock, bat ted to and fro between the heavy ma nipulators of the two factions. The game is put up between the big ones to scoop the small fry, and they get scooped to the queen's taste. Bad as gambling is, it is a small vice compared to that class of business known as deal ing in stocks, and which is different from common gambling only in that the deal is not a square one. We venture the assertion that where cards or dice have led to one man's downfall, the stock market has rained fiftv. Gambling is an evil, but the way to stop it is to begin with the big fish, not the minnows. To stop dealing in stocks, close the wheat pit, and make the using of the necessaries of life as articles to gamble with a felony. Until this is done, the pulpit, the press and the peo ple should have but little fault to find with other games of chance. On April 1st Mr. W. Z. Jones, of An telope, will occupy his brand new Antel ope hotel, and will, of coarse, run it in first-class shape, as also in connection with it, his old reliable Red Feed Barn. Travelers staying at Antelope will find at his house the very best accommoda tions in town. al-ml. The regular subscription price of the Weekly Chronicle is $1.50 and the regular price of the Weekly Oregonian is $1.50. Any one subscribing for Thb Chronicle and paying for one year in advance can get both Thb Chroniclb and the Weekly Oregonian for $2.00. Jos. T. Peters & Co. have cord wood, which is desirable in all respects, and respectfully solici' your orders. A. 11 mm nanlshed by Dr. lilies' Pain Pill. Are Your Eyes Open? IF SO, READ THIS. Just Received,. A Complete Assortment of GAEDEN and TIMBER SEEDS. We can save you money. Now wend your way to the : Big Brick, opposite Moody's Warehouse. E. J. COLLINS & CO Telephone 20. Terms Cash. a first I can TjIIii7ery. -ALSO A FULL LINE OF- Ipfapts' purijistyii MRS. M.'- E. BRIGGS; 8neceBeor to iS&S& .1 JfStBMriC 1MK.E--" Zl sftfftM PIPE TOBACCO. Careats, and Trade-Marks obtained, and all Pat ent business conducted for moderate Fees. Our ornce is oosite U. S. Patemt office and we can secure patent in less time than those remoie srom vv asuingiou. Send model, drawing- or photo., with descrip tion. We advise, if patentable or not. tree of charge. Our fee not due till patent is secured. A Pamphlet, "How to Obtain Patents," wits cost of same in the U. S. sad foreign countries sent tree. Aoaress, C.A.SFIQW&CO. Opp. Patent Office, Washington, d. C. THE DALLES E ASSOCIATION. The above association is prepared to take a list of all and any kind of Ileal Estate for sale or exchange, whereby the seller will have the undi vided assistance of the follow ing Real Estate Agents, or ganized as an association for the purpose of inducing im migration 'to Waspo and Sher man Counties, and generally stimulating the sale of prop erty: . C. E. Bayard, T. A. Hud son, J. G. Koontz & Co:, J. M Huntington. & Co., Dufur & Hjll, N. Whealdon, Gibons & Maraen, G. W. Rowland. Address any of the above well known firms, or F. D. HILL, Sec'y, The Dalles. Oregon Having secured the services of - class trimmer from the city assure my patrons perfect sat THE BEST' REAL STATE isfaction as to style and finish. Call and see the large variety of Hats on display in window. Qoods loaf. Balk Seeds. A Fine Line of Fresh Bulk Seeds, jast srrivea. Kentucky Blue Grass, Red Clover, Peas, White Clover, Onions Alfalfa, Turnips, Millet, 'Carrots, Beans, Beets. - ALL VARIETIES' Flower Seeds, Onion Sets. J. B. CROSSEN, Grocer. Ask Central for 62. X" StuDlino Greennouse Everything for the Garden we can famish Floral Design a and Bouquets second to none in Eastern Ore gon at very reasonable prices. See our assortment of Plants, Button hole Bouquets, and display in M. Z. Donnell's Drugstore and Keller's Bak ery. Orders can be left at either of the above places. I be Uyacintbs are now in full bloom. All are cordially invited to come and see our assortment of Flowers and Greenhouse Plants. Sniprfinersly Drug Co. Drugs, Paints, Wall Paper, Window Glass. 129 Second St., THE DALLES, - - OR, E. J1C0BSEN BOOK and MUSIC CO, THB X.ZADBKS IK Pianos and Organs, Boob", NOTIONS, STATIONERY, Call and tret their prices. Bell PIANOS on easy monthly payments, and is prepared to meet any iiUJnrj.iiiiuA. 162 SecoM St.. THE DALLES, OR. ksVfVfv.svfvv, SEEDS Garden and Grass Seeds in Bulk, at J. BL. Cross' 1j-v Feed&Gro eery Store. EZ Lmsv Don't Forget THAT THB - Crow Photo Co., (Formerly Crew & Lussier, of Portland) Will soon have chair New Photograph Gallery at The Dalles finished and ready for business. Wait until yon see samples of work and prices before having pictures taken. apr20 Chichester's Enzlj.b Dlnual Braa EUNYR0YAL PILLS Original tUid Only OcKnue. FK. llwiTI reliable. LAD IKS tak , .mond Brand In ltc4 and Gold metallic' m, witlx blue ribbon. Tab Mm ad imitations. At Druggists, r Mad 4e tamps for psrtteotara, tesUmoniaM ana 1 2 Mail. 10,090 Twuisootala. Amu OsKjmIIm. S. Briri g in Come in Yourself, And see how cheaply Men's Suits, Boys' LACES, WOOLENS, Everything, from Hat to Shoes, C. F STEPHENS, EXCUSIO Gaseade Itoeks GIVEN REDMEN'S SOCIAL GLUB Sunday, Grounds will be prepared at the Locks for a Basket Picnic. After lunch the following amusements will be had: CLIMBING GREASED POLE, SACK RACE, PAT MAN'S RACE, LADIES' RACE. Prizes to the amount of Twenty-five Dollars will be awarded the successful competitors. - After stopping at the Locks a few hours the train will make a trip to Bonneville, where another stop will be made. It is probable that Captain "Webb will make a frightful plunge over the rapids on this occasion. All those desirous of examining the Government Works at the Cascades will be given ample opportunity. ROUND TRIP TICKETS, .... $1.00 Children under 12 years of age, half price. Train will leave the Umatilla House at 8 o'clock a. m., and returning arrive at 6 p. m. The Dalles Orchestral Union Band WILL ACCOMPANY THE EXCURSION. Closing Out Sale of DRY GOODS CLOTHING, FURNISHING- GOODS, BOOTS, SHOES, HATS and CAPS. Past or present values cut no figure, as goods MUST be SOLD LESS than COST. The C. P. and BvD., French Woven, Hand-Made, . Dr. Warner's Health', Coraline,' French ; Model and other makes of Corsets will be closed out at extremely low prices. : Call and be convinced. You will be surprised at our low prices. J. P. RUPERT & GABEL, Wholesale and retail manufacturers and dealers in Harness, Saddles, Bridles, Collars, TENTS and WAGON COVERS, : And all Articles Kept In a First Class Harness Shop. REPAIRING PROMPTLY DOSE. Your Family we can dress all of you. Suits, Silks, Satins, COTTONS, LINENS, for everyone. All new stock. and Bonneville, BY THE -ON- JVIay 12th. McINERNY: AdjoininggJoles, Collins & Co.'a ltre, sjrssfasa