SS ———— samuel . “ $ : for stepping in to protect Spain against our THE DAILY EXAMINER, CHARLOTTETOWN, MAY 25, 1898. _ - -__ ——___-___ __. MAY 25, 1898, —In the House cf Commons the other day, Mr. Martin, P. E.1., asked whether the government bad been ableto do any- thing for P. E. Islaod in the matter of cold storage. Hon. Mr. Fisher said be would tell Mr. Martin in confidence that the supplementary estimates would con- tain a grant fora steamship from Char- lottetown to Great Britain. The govern- ment wee .] eady in negotiations which he hoped would lead to something. Mr. Martin said be had the same promise last year, but nothing came of it. He hoped that the government would do better this year. —The Empire of London states that : The Spanish-American war is seriously affecting British trade. Orders given by American houses are being cancelled, owing to the stoppage of business. Thie is extremly serious to British merchants, as special patterns are invariably made for America. Articles which please the wealthy classes of New York, Boston and Chicago do not readily sel] in London. Thus thege goods remain on the manufacturers’ hande and must be sold at a loss. Spain suffers in its sale of expensive silks, and Germany is considerably affected. Practically, busi-~ ness in articles de luxe is at a standstill, a disastrous state of affairs for those au- merous trades which export expensive srticles to America. ~— Giadstone’s funeral will take place on Saturday next. The London correspondent of the New York Post remarks that ‘“‘so national in character is Engiand’s sorrow, that everywhereone hears expressions of personal eatisfaction that, waiving her preference for a quiet funeral! at Mr. Gladstone’s quiet Creshire home, Mrs. Gladstone has accepted the offer of a public funeral. Mr. Balfour made it almost @ personal request from himself to the Gladstone family that the nation should have this last chance of paying a fit tribute, and it ie pathetic to know that the chief relnctance of the family to accept a public funeral was due tothe desire of Mra. Gladstone to be buried at Hawarden beside her husband, whose splendid career owed so much to her tender vigilance. His body will, therefore, rest in Weat- minister Abbey, in ‘Statesmen’s Corner,’ and ia effigy as io life Mr. Gladstone will stand side by side with Peel and facing Disraeli, hia life-long political antagonist. —TLord Charles Beresford describes Mr. Cham berlain’s recent speech as “the right thing “aid in the wrong way.” Lord Beresford says that as be read it, Mr. Chamberlain's spesch asked for an alliance, and it would appear that the alliange a one with Germany; but, he added : ‘If ™*S pie speak in erigina, atid fail ie bring) THE DAILY EXAMINER A PERILOUS TIME. Duke vu. C..vridge on the Situation. Lonpon, May 24.—The Duke of Cam- bridge, in taking the chair at the Hotel Cecil, at the dinner of the West London Volunteer Infantry Brigade, as Celonel- in~Chief of one of the regiments in the brigade, struck the same solemn warning note as Lord Salisbury in bis last two publie speeches, Speaking, as he did, toa gsthering of regular malitia and volunteer officers of the home district, he created a very strong impression by saying that,as a man of nearly 80 years of age, he had no besita~ tion In saying that they were living ins very remarkable time. It was impossible to predict what the next few years or few months might produce. : Personally, he was essentially a man of peace, but as an Englishman he was more inclined to be a man of war—not a man of war in an aggressive state. All that Eng- lishmen at this juncture required was that their neighbors (and His Keyal Highness laid strong emphasis on the word “ neigh- bors”) should be willing that we should retain the possessions we already hold in peace. Ifthey would agree to this, we would meet them amicably balf«way, but he held that, as Englishmen, we conid never give way at any pviot. “ And,” ssid His Royal Highness, ** our position, unless both the army and navy are made strong enough to keep us where we are now, will, in my opinion, be 4 very melan- choly one.” Tne Duke impressed upon the gathering the fact that even if it were sa‘istied that the pavy was adcquate, that was no reason why the three branches of the land forces should be Jeft 1» the lurch. He deprecated the policy of negl+cting the army because the navy bad been vastly increased. ONE EFFECT OF THE WAR. Great Activity Shown in the Canned Neat Business. The Montreal Gazette reports that there ig Ope important industry in Montreal, at least, which is booming at the present time. The Klondike excitement, aod the Hispano~American war have bad the | efiect of stimulating the canned meat business to an unusual degree. Prices were higher, and since hostilities between Spain and the United States commeaced the industry which he carried ov had been indirecily benefited, inasmuch as nearly all the canned meats prepaied in the United States and formerly exported to tris coun-~ try, were diverted to other changels. The exodus to the gold fields of the Klondike had also given to trade a stimex lus, as very large quantities of canned meats were required for the numerous prospectors who were leaving every day for the new Eldorado. : >< eer cane 4 é a. oa —_— a thing out straghty they ofteh deféat the obj ct the they have aie. Mr Chain tere! Jain went to ask, Lord Beresfurd under blood, for an Anglo-German alliance, Germany herselt being in danger of isolation, owing to the difficulties in Austria and Italy, and he (Lerd Berseford) quite approved the idea of an Anglo-~ German alliance, which would ‘teud to the advancement of trade.’ As for an Anglo-American alliance,” his Lordship continued, “I sympathize with that idea also; but Mr. Chamberlain seems to me premature.’ ’ The Americans, he declared, were shrewd and suspicious, and it was not advisable that it should appear as if England was in a position of difficulty, and was suggesting an alliance for her own benefit. He hoped, however, that such an alliance would come. —From the American point of view Mr Chamberlain’s eddress at Birmingham reems likely to have an important bearing on the outcome of the war. Henry Clews points out that “there are powerful nations which only wait for a snijtabla opportunity victorious arms;and where the desire exists, the occasion can be provided with- out any difficulty. This is the point at which our greatest danger has centered ; and here we have sorely needed protection. Mr. Chamberlain has furnished the help at the moment when it was becoming critically urgent. His earnest declarations in favor of an Angio-Saxon alliance were nothing short of ao intimation to the Uni-~ ted States that, if they need help against European intervention, they could have it for the asking. This was a dead stop upon all schemes of intervention in pro cess Of incubation, and pats all such attempts in the category of forlorn hopes. This practical appeal from the great Englishman will not permit Ameri- cans to forget that the two nations possess common interests in progress,iu civiliza~ tion and in a broad humaniiy, and taat, by the affinity of these ties, they ought to prll togesher, With such a union would cowe the domination of the world and an end to great wars. a ° -».°a°.—————— St John Sun: If Admiral Cervera con- tinues to evade Admiral Sampson, the annals of the prize ring will be outdone in preliminary announcements before these champions get together. ———— eee Maprip, May 24—The belief is prevaient in all circles and inp al! sections of the press that the government is in possession | of important news from Cuba. Its character has not been made public. The report that Great Britain had sent a note to Spain asking an explanation of the con- | centration of troops in the neighborhood of Gibraltar ia official ly. denied. or Lenxpon, May 24.—The Timg editorial- ly dismisses as premature the rumor to which the Paris Figaro gives credence that an Anglo-French agreement has been signed with reference tothe West African complications, but it says that an agree- meut is evidently near cempletion, and that the statement of tbe Figaro is doubt- Yeo Property Seid. = The Yeo property on the corner of Prince and Grafton Streets was sold today by Mr. Beairsto for $3,460. Mr..Geo. D. Long- worth was the purchaser. Come see and hear the musical gondo lier drill in Zion Courch lecture room on Thursday evening, at 8 o’clock. Home made candy. Our Manilla Matting is here The price is -Dew et.” Paton & OC». We are now doing bisiress in the atore formerly occupied by Miller Bros. We want tosee every one in need of good crockery. Call and see us in the Cheap China Store.—W P Colwill. 2wk dy & wy we —— ——— —— Is Your Life Insured ? If vot, see the policy issued by the STANDARD LIFE ASS., CO., of Edire ! burgh, Scotland. The most pepular policy today .s a policy FREE FROM RESTRICTIONS, ! that’s the ee as to residence and occupation kind the STANDARD issues. Assets ... $42,000,000 of which §$13,- 500,000 are invested in Canada. i LOW RATES. F. W. Hyndinar, ¥ A CORNER IN OATS Which Extends from Winnipeg to the Pacific Coast. (Special to the Montreal Star.) Laughlin, well known in Chicago, Toronto ani Montreal, bas cornered oats in British Columbia They cannot be obtained in Manitoba or the North West. Dealers sy they will ge to50c. McLaughlin has been buving for three weeks. An order for 100 tons could not now be filled. Eight years ago oats sold for 50 cents. The same con-~ ditions prevail now. The corner extends from Manitoba to the coast. J. McLean, of Manitoba confirms the news of the corner. The oat crop was good here, but light in Manitoba and California in zomparison with other vears. Goodsteins for wrappers and skirte. Comfortable home garinents satisfactorly made. That’s the whole story io anct ebell. It means that good and pretty material are chosen libera'ly cut, carefully nade and tasteful!y finished. That’s the whole secret of the liking women bave for Goodstiens goods—of course, remember the prices ranging from 99c up. We also make a specialty of the well known King Diamond Skirt, ranging from s8c up, secure Gve at Once, anvone will be piease .—Goodstein-, New York Cheap Store, Grafion St. Just received—more ol that beautiful R. B.—John P Joy. Residence at Wheat!y River, containing about 11 rooms, with lawn aod gardens, good stables and out honses, orchard av ornamental trees; good trou: fishing close to house. Rent very moderate. Apply to SARAH MeMILILAN, *t nl y Bridge WIL tn Fcat 9ulro LSM Vancorver, B. C., May 23.—J. F. Me- el Ye, . . _ OuROR TIO‘ Schon ltubal WAR RUMORS In Circulation Yesterday ' BUT NO CONFIRMATION BY THE AUTHORITIES. ——— It is Not Likely That the Fleets Have Yet Met. [Seectat ro THe Examiner ] Wasninctox, May 25.—There was a lapse into sensational Washington yesterday. Rumors ranged all the wey from the capture of the litth Mangrove. with her crew of thirteen mento the reporte jdestruc- tion of the entire Spanish fleet by Samp« sons and Schiey’s combined forces. war rumors in They were circulated with persistanse notwithstanding the denial they metas soon as they coald be brought to tbe at- tentioa of auy Official capable of pas-in, judgement on their accuracy. , As the day rolled alorg officials them- selves became apprehensive. At the close of the day however it was ayain announc- ed ina most positive manner that the navy Department had no information to w..rrant the report of any sort of engage- ment in the Windward passage. This did not specificaily cover waters of the West Indies but in the fact that the department the view of has almost pledged itself to let the public know of any general engagement pusribly the bulletio’s | announcement is sufficient the case, to covor THE GELEBRATION AT OTTAWA Only make Gents’ Boots 4.00, 4.50, in 5 widths and a of toes, The manager ig a United St tes , maker, but lately started a factory in Montreal, on the American plan, & rn- ing out beautiful shaped footwear, shaped to fit the foot. Their work has a very genteel appearance, We have just received two ship- ments, and have give. a large order for more. We invite inspection especially by those that would like a dressy shoe, $3.00 val -ety ' ————— GF © POS HOSHESEESE ODOAGEHOG ewe? CO YOUR Wire knows a good thing when she sees it—that is wly she married you. We are no afraid to have her examise onr Skirts or Wrap~ pers in every deta:!. We know she will be pleased, consequently you must be, Voead quarters for. Men's Shirts Nien's Sorks Ladies’ Furnishings PHILLIP GOODSTEIN, New York Cheap Store. Grafton Street. Open evenings. GVEs DEB 4OSSEELSHOE6S8O7 Be” sa oo Of aoc se OSS DBPTOCSSIDEOOSS ASM HO*S8SSsseceosuvecs AGENT FOR P. ¥. 1, | i FURNI We speak with the utmost con months, and the comments we our goods are the best value in less derived from trustworthy sources, URE is the best place to buy FURNITURE. We krow from our rapid selling during the past few Mark Wright & Co, Ltd |HOME MAKERS, I LUE. fidence when we say tkat ours hear from our customers that the Provinces, { age 2L years, fell out of a eail boat yester- Of the Queen's Birthday. STILL AT THE SUPPLEMENTARY ESTIMATES. _— —- Announcemont of Sessional Policy Expected To day. [Special To Tue Examiner, j Orrawa, May 25.—Some firework, a test of fire engines, lacrosse mtches, at ! military reviewaod a state reception at Ridean were ioclu led in the celebration of the Queen’s birthday here yesterday. The ministers are still worrying over the supplementary estimates and trying to come to an uuderstanding with themselve bout the Yukon railway. The govern ment cannot put off announcement of their sessiona! policy longer than today. —— Boating Accident. [Srecran To Tne Examiver.] Amuerst, May 25.—Frank H. Wier, dap and was drowned. TEN PER CENT. DISCOUNT Tn all cash purchases of Miscel- laneous Rooks, Stationery, and Fat cy Goode, school books 5 per cent., at CARTERS BOOKSTORE N. B.—The above discount is given in all cases, where the cash purchase amounts tol0c ormore. Everybody is entitled to itsund should see that they get it.—Geo C. & Co. GEO. CARTER & CQ, Aching and Ulcerating Teeth Treated and filled. ecayed teeth crowned with gold. Moderate prices. You may hear a day. You will buy J. PATO ss ee ee —_ offer the iti ee see. Company for P. E. Island. received at my office. OR. J. P. MURRAY , The Doctor | of Aleantara. J BY JULES EICHBERG | Will be presented by an association of lo_sl talent. Juesday, Way 3st. CAST. i i Doctor Paracelsus....Mr. J. H. Macdonald Senor Balthazar...... .........Mr. B. Peake Carlos, son of Bal.............Mr. A. Peake Perez } Porters, ) Mr. d.O. Arsenault Sancho 4 ~ Me. BH. Dingwel! Pomposo, Sheriff........Dr J. F. Maloney Isabella, daughter of Dr. Mise Annie Hyndma, Luerezia, wife of Dr.. ..Mre.WJ.0’Rielly | Inez, Isabella’s Maid.......Miss Amy Karle | i | Choruses of Soldiers and Peasants. Coupon Tickets are now on «ale at al! drugstores. Admission 35c and 5@c. Overture, al! accompaniments and music will be furvished by Prof. Vinni combe’s popular Orchestra. Doors open «at 7.30. Overture at 8 o'clock. FOR SALE 5 ()() BASREES BARRELS first class Magdalen Island herr- ing —suitable for lobster bait. Matraew & McLean. A Fish siory Tremendous Cut in.... Having completed arrangements, an ina Souris, May 23—10i lot of fish stories to. This is no Fish Story Ladies’ week ata iess price than is paid for making, or even the price of the muslin Call this week and we will explain, See windows this weck. Blouses _ this N & position to G irden OY Gi ti oa cee »$49.00, list price $70.00 Perfect. cece ee eeseeeeee 95,00, list price 8500 We OSes habchutihicc 67.00, list price 85.00 W E DAWSON INTERGOLOYEAL COAL MINING C0. Lid (Drummond Colliery) Westville, N. S. wr The undersigned has been appointed agent of the above All orders for Coal will be issued and payment therefor Prices and further information furnished on application. FRED. W. HYNDMAN OPERA HOUSE) LADIES CHOCOLATE LACED BOOTS Mude of a nice soft kid with lots of style and a gcod fitter, at S235 PAIR Just received, f@lley & Co The Shoeists. Our German Buns are the best bun mad2. Price (Oc PER DOZEN Telephone 98, D. STEWART, Eclipse Bakery, Bakes Best Bread. WANTED—Agents for new 8°as91, neg sam ples, new plan of engag > m 22% Luse Bros Co., Montreal. 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