Sljc Hulks Chrxmide. VOL. XII THE DALLES, OREGON, THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 1900. NO 206 HIE ALLEGED BRITISH REVERSES jbs Mil TlialTtcy'Havc KillcJ, ffmW and CapH 15011. REPORT IS NOT YET CONFIRMED Battle Is Said to Have Taken Place North of Hlucmfontein, Near Mcc kartsfontcin, South of Hraticlfort, the Kults Killing and Wounding two and Capturing 800 or 900 and Twelve Wagons. EVERYBODY Knows the merits of the BICYCLES COLUMBIA HARTFORD PATEE CREST $50. $35. $25. Mnny new features fqr 1900 which you cannot afford to overlook. 1 I t Complete Line of "1900" Sundries. New Yokk, April 11. A dispatch to tlio Trilmtio from London buvh: Tho revimth month of the war in South Africi opens with reports from Boer Honrcce o nnotliur Iiritinh dienuter, If the iiewi can bo trniitt'd, u terrible revorHo line been inflicted upon the British nrmB According to mi olliciiil aiiiiouncmneii in I'rotonn, teh'Krnphed by the Nowi corrt-gpnmlunt, it buttle fought south o Ilr.mdfurt in which the lintieli Bud'crcd a loss of (100 killed end wounded, in addition to 800 citnturcd hv the llciurp. Thia intulliuomit! is -imply eoniirmed by tlio MiiN'h L'orreeiiondent on the Boer tide, wlio report- from Brnndfort timt General Ikuvuton Knturdity defeuted the British for the third time within 11 week tliuecunu of thin Inst engagement being HeokurUfontclii. No coiillrinntioti linfl been received from British Nourcee of the reverse and it would be ndvleablo not at oii'.io to isivo to statuinuiits of British losses their fnco value. Nut .Miiiittiiumt II' HulicrlM. London, April 11. Lord Roberts wires to the wnroilicu from Bloemfontein, un der date of April 10, ns follows: "The enemy huvo been very active during Hit! pimt few drive. One com mando is now on the north bunk of tlio Oranize ltiver. not fur from A'lwal North. while -mother is nttuckinc Wenener Tlio garrison there it holding out bravely and inflicting serious !oeb on the Boors. Major Spring, of the Cape Mounted Wilee, was killed. No other casualties imve been reported as yot. Tlio troops lire being moved up rapidly. A patrol o! eeven men of tlio Seven DrogoonB, undor Lieutenant Letherby, wlio have been reported missing elnco April 7, have returned safely." As thu foregoing dispatch does not mention the alleged British reverses on Saturday nt Meokartsfouteln, tlio Boer telegrams are not credited at the war office. Cum ruin 1'iiiiullslN. I, Atlanta, Ga., April 10. Two Imndred wK.ues oi the Populist organis-alion of Georgia met ut tlio statu capitol hero to day for the nomination of n fltate ticket nd the election of flfty-four delegates to "jo National convention in Cincinnati. W rinan W. L. Peek said Clarion Sutler, ol North Carolina, was the "chinf 01 Ml trniloreV' mid the Democratic P"y hod ndojued the platform of the A opulletf, except that the former was opposed to a "fruo ballot and a fair JWM." Wharton Barker, of Pliiladel. V "'a, aleo addressed the convention. At ww conuhision of his address the con mention mmouBly indorsed him for IimJ of the National Populist ticket, J"" iKimtins Dounolly for Vico-Proai- Hi'Ki.r Mining Uungroti, Bakeh Oitv. April ll.-At the meet k oi the chamber ot commerce tonight committoe in charge reported in Zl , 0 ,!,l8'B 1000 for the purposoof Me UliilDg the visitors to the Mining trial Ag0t of the O. R. & N., R. cli.mi ' 18 c-operfttlng with the tI! .! ,u,a U 18 Pwpowd to make ever t i i"" U,e l,88t one " Wil l- J " U,e C0Mt' T,,e vlnltor8 Riven excursion, to Sumpter und IWflYS & COttlE. 'rt yi'yriYiiTTytvtyiin 1 I I tlio different mining dietricte and will bo afforded every opportunity to investi gate this great camp. KcsolullonB were uleo paesed making the representatives of local newspapers and authorized representatives of the leading journals of Portland members of the chamber with tho privileges of the new club rooms. Ludiro of the families of members of tho commerce will also bo admitted to tho rooumon stated dayp, and members have been given tho urivi lege of lit-ting visiting friends at the club. lCt'iiiarliulilK CiiroM or ItlieuiuntlHui. J'rnm the Vlndlcnior, Kuthcrfordtoii, N. C. The editor of tho Vindicator has had occasion to test tlio efficacy of Chamber lain's Pain Balm twice with tho most remarkable results In each case. First, with rheumatism in the shoulder from whicii ho suffered excruciating pain for ten days, which was relieved with two applications of Puin Balm, rubbing the parts afilliiietl and realizing instant benellt and entire relief in n very short time. Second, in rheumatism in thigh joint, almost prostrating him with severe puin, which was rcliovod by two appli cations, rubbing witli the linimeut on retiring at night, aud getting up free from poin. For sale by Blakeley & Houghton. Declilmt Au-ulnttt CUrk. Washington, April 10. The senato committee on privileges and elections to day decided by a unanimous vote to rec ommend an option resolution declaring that Honorable W. A - Clark, of Montana, is not entitled to- occupy his seat as Senator from Montana. Thu decision was reached after a two hour's silting, at which all meinbets of the committee were preseut except one. Tho absentee was Senator Caflery, and he wired his vote in oppositiou to Clark. New patent painters' and paper hangers' suits at the New York Cash Store. Dewey II bh Not Wllhdruwn. Washington, April 10. Admiral Dewey said tonight that the report pub lished in o New York afternnon news paper to the effect that ho intended to withdraw his candidacy for the Presi dency was all a mistake, end that' he had never given any ono whatever any such information. Tho New York story was to the effect that his brother-in-law, John II. McLean, was responsible for this latest move, and that within forty-eight hourg Dewey had been in consultation with Demo cratic leaders' and others antagonistic to President McKinley, and the opinions they expressed, together with the unfa vorable views voiced by the newspaper, decided him to withdraw from the con test. Cuturrli Uanuut be Cured with local applications, as they cannot reach the seat of the disease. Catarrh is a blood or constitutional disease, and in order to cure it you must take inter nal remedies. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally, and acts directly on tho blood and mucous surfaces. Hall's Catarrh Cure is uot a quack medicine. It was was prescribed by one of the best physicians in this country for years, and is a regular prescription. It is composed of the host tonics known, combined with the best blood purifieis, acting directly on the mucouB surfaces. The perfect combination of tho two ingredients is what produces such wonderful results in curing Catarrh. Send for testimonials, free, F. J. Cheney & Co., Props., Toledo O. Sold by drruggists, price 75c. Hall's Family Pills are the best. 12 Sick Headache absolutely and perma nently cured by U9ing Moki Tea. A pleasant herb drink. Cures constipation and indigestion, makes you eat, sleep, work and happy. Satisfaction guaranteed or money back. 25 cts. and 50 cts. Blakoloy & Houghton Druggistc. $i.oo per month. Strictly llrst class local and long distance telephone service within your home. Lines do uot cross-talk. Your con versation will be kept a secret. No cost for installing. You get the standard Hunnlug Long Distant Instrument. Continuous day and night ervice. We will accept your contract for ton years and allow you to cancel same on giving ue thirty days writ ten notice, PACIFIC STATES TELEPHONE COS, PUERTO RICAN TARIFF BILL Comes Up In the House aoi Causes Eiciit Discussion, FIGHT AGAINST THE SPECIAL ORDER It is Adopted; However, by a Vote of 158 to 143 Scnational Speeches on Both Sides of the House. Washington', April ll.The closing struggle over the Puerto Rican tariff bill today in the house attracted great crowds to the galleries. As soon as the reading of the journal was concluded, Dalzell presented a special order under which the hause was to operate today. Richard son, the minority leader, called attention to the fact that tho rule would permit the house to vote only upon a single proposition. He further aseerted that it waB never the intention of the Repub licans of tho house in the first instance to enact any such measure, and drew a salvo of applause from his Democratic colleagues by characterizing the presi dent in the language of ex-Speaker Reed as "tho emperor of expediency." He also recalled the statement in a local newspaper that a Republican member of the house had said that in return for the passage of the bill a large contribu tion was to be made to the Republican campaign fund. Babr.ock, chairman of tho Republican congressional campaign committee, challenged anyone to name a Republican responsible for the charge that tiie Republican campaign committee had received or was to receive a money consideration for the Ruerto Rican tariff bill. Pierce tried to interrupt Babnock, but the latter waved him aside. "He withdraws the challenge," shouted a voice ou the Democratic side, amid a howl of derision. Grosvenor followed with a speech that kept his side in almost continued ap plause He said it was a glorious thing to witness the anxiety of the Democratic party and tho mugwump press, lest the Republican party should destroy iteelf. Dalzell concluded the debate on the rule. He recalled the rule brought in when tho Democrats coucuired iu the senate amendments to the Wilson tariff bill, evoking frequent applause. "Scribes, Pharisees and hypocrites," he de nominated the Democrats for prating on a change of base by tho Republicans. The rule was adopted, 158 to 148. Tho Hill ragged, Washington, April 11. The flnal vote, unofficial, ou tho Puerto Rico bill was 103 to 153. A Uood Cough Medicine fur Children "I have no hesitancy in recommend ing Chamberlain's Cough Remedy," says F. P. Moran, a well known and popular baker, of Petersburg, Va. "We have given it to our children when troubled with bad coughs, also whoop ing cough, and it has alwaj s given per fect satisfaction. It was lecommended' to me by a druggist as the best cough medicine for children as it contained no opium or other harmful drug." Sold by Blakeley & Houghton, Volcuulo Kruntluiia Are grand, but skin eruptions rob life of joy, Bucklen's Arnica Salve cures them ; also old, running and fever sores, Ulcers, Boils, Felons, Corns, Warts, Cuts, Bruises, Burns, Scalds, Chapped Hands, Chilblains. Best Pile cure on earth. Drives out pains and aches, Only 25 cts. a box. Cure guaranteed, Sold by Blakeley & Houghton, drug gists. a Campbell & Wilson have determined tocloseout their entire slock of millinery, between now aud the first of June, Gail and get our prices, April 44d-2w Notice, Livery stable for sale at Centerville, Wash,, fl00 per month business. Will sell at a bargain, iu27-lm A, R, Ghaiiam, Ficg alterations on tho better ones, if necessary. White Dresses For Easter Sunday Wear. $2.50 to $10. You will want your daughter to look her best at the exercises next Sunday. Your wish can be gratified, as we are showing a se-. lect lino of White Dresses, beauti fully made of Lawns, Swisses and Organdies, tastefully trimmed in laces and embroideries, which we had made especially for the occa sion. Sizes 4 to 14 years. t mm t The Kind Yoit Have Always Bought, and which has been, in use for over 30 years, has borne the signature of and has been made under his per- TrlAS sona supervision since its infancy. 'CcCtv Allmv nn nun f n rlnnotvpi van in t.Tifft. All Counterfeits, Imitations and " Just-as-good " are but; Experiments that trifle with and endanger tho health of Infants and Children Experience against Experiment What is CASTOR I A Castoria is a harmless substitute for Castor Oil, Pare goric, Drops aud Soothing Syrups. It is Pleasant. It contains neither Opium, Morphine nor other Narcotic substance. Its age is its guarantee. It destroys Worms and allays Fevcrishness. It cures Diarrhoea and Wind Colic. It relieves Teething Troubles, cures Constipation and Flatulency. It assimilates the Food, regulates tho Stomach and Bowels, giving healthy and natural sleep The Children's Panacea The Mother's Friend. GENUINE CASTORIA ALWAYS Bears the Signature of The Kind You Have Always Bought In Use For Over 30 Years. ' THC CKNTAUR COMMNV, 11 MURHAV STUIKT. NEW YORK OITV. INSURE WITH THE Law Union & Clown Fire insurance Co. OF LONDON. FOUNDED 1825. CAPITAL PAID UP $7,600,000, ASSETS $20,126,036. Surplus beyond nil UhIjIIUIcs ln flitted States $621 ,166.28. 'Phone ill ARTHUR SEUFERT, Res. Agt. tim uaiun, or. Subscribe for the Chronicle. Advertise in the Chronicle z