te > 1, r LOO © E, orn Men i CHARLOTTETOWN PP: ISLAND AE RU TT ry COS RS CO ay 1) Oe ATT; TE IS ETT PLE YY CLT UDA TS La : ~<> TF » + a OaVing tO aavise ta SATURDAY D Public, may Speak tires, —Euripiwss CEMBER 30. 1899 atten ea ee ane NO 304 j iA dh =~ Me : a oe sok ce ft aN bet a 4, That's a strong claim to make for any corset. In this case if is substantially trae. THE CORSET THAT ‘CAN'T BREAK This corset is one of’ the best selling styles of the fam- ous “D & A” brand. __“THE CREST” | — | . « Winston Church It’s a well made, finely fin. OR nished corset. It is made of fine jean with sateen facing. It is filled with strips of steel. Spectan DrErspatcH harrow Loxpon, Dec. 30.—A despatch from Lorenzo Marquez, dated Dec. 23rd, says a curious story is current, emanating from Boer sources, that Mat Steyn, brother of the President of the Orange Free State, and eight hundred of the Free Statere, have definitely refused to continue the war, Mat. Steyn, acting as spokesman of the party is reported to have told the Presi- dent that he was only authorized to inter- vene in che interest of peace, and that the Burghers did not feel they were bound by his “ unwarrantable conduct.” Lowpon, Dec. 30.—Mr. Ford’e cable, to- day, indicates that General Buller’s de-~ termined assault upon the strong Boer works at Colenso is expected to take place about the middle of next week. The fizght- ing qualities of the two forces, the strength of the Boer position the determi aation of the British to win. the number of men and armaments of modern warfare that will be engaged on both sides, make it certain that the British arms are to yodergo a tremendous test. The task before the Imperial troops in the impending battle is stupendous and the shock of conflict indescribable. Ortawa, Dec. 30.—Colunel Hutchineon, of Nashville, Tennessee, sends an offer to the government to furnish two hundred trained soldiers to serve with the Can- adians in South Africa; an offer of five bundred, also, was received from Chicago: The militia authorities decided that the Montezuma and Laurentian will sail Jan. uary 15th, from Halifax, having on board the artillery and one regiment of Mounted rifles. The Pomeranian, the third of the trans- ports, will sail on the 20th with the North” weat detachment: These dates have been fixed approxi- SOME LITTLE RETURN GIFT Or possibly some frien’ for gotten. We have left our perfume display open till end of week. We have a few nice pieces of regular stock still to offer you. We will make prices right. Don’t let the New Year come without remembering your friend. N. B.—A chcice line of Con- fectionery in stock. A. W. REDDIN, Phm, B Centra] Drugstore, Suunyeide. You will notice by the ill- ustration why it is unbreak- able. Over the hip the corset is ingeniously constructed in such a way that the strain is not all borne by one or two steels, Especially adapted for rath- / er stou! $1.35. Mcore & McLeod The Busiest Store on Ch’town’s Busiest Street, «2 SRE Ce aa mn | RAR AAA RARARAASAREAAABAA A You are Invited To cal! and see our XMAS STOCK of Reed and Rattan Chairs —Cobbier Seat Rockers, Fancy Oak and Mahogany Tables, &c., &. Our Rattan Goods are Particularly Fine RAAAKA So are the prices. Call inand look round. Our time is yours ~-we will be glad te show you goods, and quote prices.—Sel- ections may be made cow, and will store;for you and send some whea you want ‘them. JOHN NEWSON EEPENV EEN ENN is PE SS ES EEE EE ETE K*eAAAAACARAK FETE SY MME TT TA TT REY Season’s Greetings We take this means of thanking our patrons and friends rl.o have so liberally patronized us during the time we have | Wishing one and all a presperous and business. Happy New Year een EXPECTED NEXT WEE When Gen. Buller Will Again Attack RUMORED DISPUTE AMONG! THE BOERS Offers of Volunteers from the United States ee nee eres Arrangements for the sailing of the Canadian Troops—Lord Roseberry on Contraband of War—Bombardment of Ladysmith still con- tinues—Gen. White has a narrow escape— the British prisoners. TO THE EXAMINER. mately, but itis thought the vessels will be a few days leter in getting away. London, Dec. 30.—Ic ao letter which The Times publishes to-day, Lord Rose- bery raises a question which he describes as of supreme importancet whether the British government is justified in treating roodstufie Feneral:y aa coatraband of war. Lord Rosebery’sa object is, he exp'ains himself, merely to elicit an authoritative statement of what has happened in South African waters. The Times says:—-“* No doubt there is a vefty wide-spread feeling here that is would be unwise for England to create a precedent which some day might be in- invoked against her.” A correspondent of The News in bombardment of the town by the Boers, mentions that, on the 23rd instant, several shells fell in succession near the headquaters. Ose room in the build- ing was eotirelly wrecked, an@ General White who had been confined to headquat- ers owing ta enteric fever, hada narrow escape, and was removed to another part of the camp. Js is now covvalecent. In a despatch to the Post, describing the treatment of British prisoners in Pre- toria, Winston Churchill states that } though the officers are very despondent at their inactivity, no fear is entertained for life or Lealth. Those of the rank and file who are without money are, however, very unhappy. from Lorenzo Marquis,and atated that recent circumstances bave confirmed the suspi¢ion that the Boer intelligence de partment is in close touch with one of the foreign consulates at Pretoria. PERSONAL, Mr. T. J. Dillon was a passenger by the Princess this morning en route to Sydney Cc. B. Dr. H. D. Johnson, who has volunteer- ed as surgeon of the second contingent, has received word that his chances of appointment are very good. The offi- cers of the contingent already appoiuted will be found elsewhere in to-day’a issue an ~—— —?; ee DIED. At Providence, R. I., on the 29th Dec- ember, inat., David Williams, aged 22 years. In this city, on Friday, Dec. 39th, D. Carroll, aged 45 years. [Funeral Sunday afternoon to St. Dun~ stan’s Cathedral thence to R. C. Ceme- tery.] At the Mange, Brighton, on Friday morning, 29th, Catherine Elizabeth, (Lizzie) only and beloved daughter of the Rev. Joha Goodwill, aged 28 years. [Fanersl from the Manse to Highfield. 1 At the home of her father, Brackley Point Road,on the 29th December, Minnie McCallum, beloved daughter of William and Elizabeth Bryenton, aged 26 years. GORDON & McLELLAN Men’s Stylish Outfitters. ..... {Funeral on Sunday at 2 5. m., to Sher- wood cemetery. ] - Ladysmith,’ referring to the continual ; The Times correspondent telegraphs’ ~~ GOFF BROS COUNTY COURT. In the County Court of Queen’s County, which opened here on Tuesday last and is still inseesion, # number of the suits on the docket were confe-sed or otherwise settled by the parties interested. The fol- lowing are some of the most important suits tried :— Peter EK. Laverty ve. James Doyle, Ac- tion on promiesory note for $15.00. Judgment for $5 50 and costa, A. Harris, Son & Co., vs. Robert Stead. This action was brought on a promissory note for $50.00. Judgmect for $26.90 without costs, as the note on which the action was brought was lost. Abraham White ve. John Davies and another. Action for $140.63 for work dove and money paid. Judgment of noneuit. Donald McEachern vs, Francie J. Mc- Kenna. Act on for $9.23 for work done as & blackemith, Judgment for amount claimed. John J, McKinnon va. John Stewart. Action for $10.70 for goods sold and de- livered, Judgement for plaintiff. William C. Harris ys, Ewen Cameron. An action for yrent of house at Brighton , $47.50 The defendant resists payment o the ground that he is not a tenant of th plaintiff, the tenancy having terminated at the end of the previous quarter when he paid the rent and gave up possession of the premises. Judgment reserved. Bent ley for plaintiff; Stewart ©. C., for de- ferdant. Ebenezer Wheatley vs) Herbert &. J. Lewis. Thie action iefor damages for , sheep killed by defendant’s dog. Judg: ment reserved. Stewart Q C., for plain- tiff; Moreon, Q, C., for defendant. Massey Harrie Co., Limited, vs. Walter B. Robertson. Action for money had and received. The defence in this action is that the amount sued for was paid by de fendant to plaintiffs agent. Judgment } reserved. D.C. McLeod for plaintiff, Haszard, Q. C., for defendant. John Garland va. Peter McCabe. Action for damages for infringement of patent on fence. This suit is now before the Court. Stewarr, Q. C., for plaintiff ; Peters, Q. C., for defendant. a es There are Cold Days Coming, days that it will be hard for you to keep your feet warm, we have a few “warm feet” suggestions for yours. Ladies’ Gaiters Ladies’ long gaiters made of good heavy cloth, well finish- ed, black and chocolate. Price $1.00, $1.20, $1.25 Short ones 12 buttons well made black cloth price 95c. 5 and 6 buttons length black cloth 45c, 58c, 68c. Moceasins Snow Shoe Moccasins ROM sk cuss pateisi csc oie fe ee ey NS EE SLE er IMs 06 ans. 60 sneenen eet —— PURSE LO3T.—A silver chain purse on | Queen Street te-day. Rewerd this office. Apply at i _— oun seer eemenees et eee pa RovaL. 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