Saturday Evening Mail, Volume 23, Number 26, Terre Haute, Vigo County, 17 December 1892 — Page 5
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GREETING.
The presence of a stranger, however •welcomo at other time#, is not always -welcome in the bustle of the Christmas holiday,—a time sacred to the family and to the old and tried friends., There are plenty of days in the year to make new friends, but Christmas belongs to the old, the tried and trusted. And as we sing old songs,
drink
old wine and
talk old times during the holiday season now with us, ko we aro quite giad to see old faces smiling on our Christmas joys —at this time strftngors must excuse us —we are "not at home" to them. It is on this ground—the right «f old friendship—that The Saturday Evening Mail offer its very hearty Christmas greetings to its readers. It has been our good fortune to bo a welcome guest in many hundreds of homes in this community for nearly a quarter of a century, and accepting the right of old friendship as a privilege, wo offer with all heartiness and sincerity our cordial Christmas greeting. We can not, like the ghost of Mr. Marley, ronder ourselves invisible and ubiquitous, and so gaze upon the gladness of all these happy homes, but wo are quite content if in the year now passing away we havo added to the literary delight and broadening culture of our many readers. We wish for all our roadors a glad and merry Christmas time.
THE SEASON OF BUNDLES. Tho poople with bundlos have possession of the sidewalks and thestreot cars. In other words, the bearers of holiday gifts throng all the thoroughfares on •their gracious r.nd generous errands of remembrance. Tlie spectacle Is a pleasant one in every respect, with many spocial touches of human naturo that might serve as motives for tender and improssive poe/ns, stories and sermons. As a rule, tha onrrying of bundles is a .burden and a mortification but in the precious Christmas season we consent with one accord to regard the task as a privilege to 1)0 eagerly enjoyed. We choose for a timo to bo our own servants and messengers, and there is no bundle too heavy or unwieldy for us to hold In the interest of afleotion and good oheer The citizen with a holiday package in his clumsy arms is certain to havo a
l|\ smile upon his fane, however cross and gloomy ho may be under ordinary oir cm instances. Tl.ere is sure likewise to bo a hint of innocent, deception in his manner, tiiouuh at all other times be may bo a very sunburst of candor and honesty. Tlio bundle holds a secret -which must bo kept at all hazards and, that is one of tho reasons, no doubt, why it is felt to bo light and pleasant.
We should not find Christmas prosontmaking nearl3'so acroenble, perhaps, the process lackod this condition secrecy tho one hand and surprise on tho other. Our bundles would probably bo far more tiresome but for the fact that they conceal something known only to ourselves and it is sometimes hard to toll whother we most enjoy this sense of Htealtbinoss in and for Itself or becauso of tho effect which it products when it stands eoufessi'd. Unquestionably it flutters our pride to think that tho contents of our bundles have been so cunningly selectod that they caunot be guessed. Wo like to beliovo in our power to do things which will romain secrets as long as we wish in spite of all scrutiny and conjecture. Possibly in some oases the act partakes of tho nature of an experiment in tie line of deception for purposes that are entirely foreign to the lessons of integrity and propriety which Christmas teaches. If a man can baffle domestic cnriofcUy in the matter of a holiday present, may he not do the same as to his flirtations mid other forms .of irregular amusement? Those who think so are wanting In knowledge of the feminine mind. A woman permits herself to be deceived about some things simply because It is not to her interest to find them out and he Is wise who. carefully remembers that she may not be 80 ready to shut her eyes for his vanity's sake under different conditions.
It may be, after all, that this spirit of deception which makes our bundle-car-rying so «wy where it would otherwise b« so disagreeable Is only the logical outgrowth and justification of that quality of mystery which makes each succeeding Christmas a new miracle to thechildren. There is reason to believe that the most methodical sceptical among us de rive a certain pleasure from efforts tode jeive each other in tin* rwpect when we are no longer able to deceive ourselves. We like to be reminds! that there was a time when we bad implicit faith in Santa Claus atld fw Of U5MWC to deny that we
were
happtof then in our juvenile Ignorance than «e are »«w "!5r nbititv wrwuw** out the r. of thing*. Christmas bring* home t» vividly the ^nsUUmtm that It is dream, as a, «.hp realities arc r*oon:x: ",r,£aw. »u*
ducedto the dead level of dependence npon the viewer of those who tell us that we inust reject all except that which can be confirmed by the cold and exact methods o? science it would not be worth living. A beautiful falsehood is preferable to an ugly fact, let the philosopher* Bay what they may to the contrary and many a thing that cannot be made certain by proofs which will satisfy those who deny the authority of tbe imagination may be only tbe better worthy of belief on that very account.
FENCING IN THE COUNTRY. Congress is now considering a bill which has for its object the suspension of immigration for one year. Regardless of party it has many adherents in both branches of the national legislature, and its passage in some form is almost a certainty. To take such a radical step is a very serious matter and its effect should be very carefully studied from every standpoint before putting upon the statute books a law which may in a remarkably short space of time work an injury from which the country will not recover in a century.
Such a law is open to many objections. It is not in harmony with the institutions of tbe laud, and if it is the intention of the law makers to fence in the country and lock the gates they will receive all the assistance which can be rendered by the combined powers of Europe.
To close
our doors against im-
migation means that those who would come here must go elsewhere, and there are many other countries who want them. England, upon whose flag the sun never sets, would make them welcome to Canada, Australia, New Zealand and her Indian and African possessions. South America has been bidding for them a number of years, and there are millions of acres and boundless wealth in Mexico awaiting development.
From the year 1820 till the close of 1891 no less than 15,381,009 immigrants arrived in this country. In the first named year 8,385 came and the number Hteadily increased until 1891, when it reached the enormous figure of 560,319. Now If these people are forbidden an entrance here they will go elsewhere, and go where they may they will develop other lands which will not only act as feeders to the mother countries, but will in course of time become formidable rivals of tho Uuited States. New countries are always agricultural, and it doesn't require a very keen foresight to perceive where an anti-immigration law would place this country in the course of a few years. Cut off from the commerce of the world what would become of the surplus graiu and the manufacturing Industries? The country cannot consume its agricultural or manufacturing productions, and if it cuts off'its market for the surplus the end can easi ly be foretold.
This view may be laughed down as pessimistic, but already a note of warning has been sounded. The great European steamship lines are preparing, in the event the Chandler bill becomes a law, to close such ports as New York, Baltimore and Philadelphia and to divert their carrying business to Halifax. Ofoourse they could not do this absolutely, but at the same time it stands to reaeou that tbe groat bulk of the ocean traffic would be transferred to the ports where immigrants would be made welcome. Then retaliatory measures would follow and the state department would soon become involved In inextricable diplomatic wrangles with all the nations of the earth, The ouly element which would in any way be benefitted by the proposed law would be the organized labor element, which favors it beoause it 8oes in it the extinction of competition and favors it heartily. But as the law would work Injury to the manufacturing industries it could do the laborer and skilled mechanic no good. The country cannot afford to go into the prohibition business. True it should amend tho immigration laws so as to prohibit the admission of the pauper and criminal classes, but the healthy, tho industrious and tho law abiding foreigner should be made welcome in the future as he has been in the past. There Is still room for him here, and when he becomes too numerous it will require no law to make him seek a livelihood elsewhere.
Thk alleged discovery of diamond fields in the Snake River country of Idaho is reoeived with many grains of allowance by the New York experts, who bok with well grounded suspicion on all such reports.- Diamonds have been discovered in this country before, but the palm of a man's baud would hold the entire output of the diamond fields of the United States. California and Kentucky each has had its diamond fields, and Idaho had an extensive diamond excitement in the winter of 1865 and spring of 1866. In the years named a number of small crystals, answering to all the nsual tests, were fonnd on the same ground on which the alleged discovery was made a few days ago. But the stones found there at thai time, as were also those found in California
Highest of all in Leavening JPower^—U. S. Gov't Repent, Aug. 17» 1889
and Kentucky, were not only small but of inferior quality. Some years ago? a great stir was made over a diamond find on the Navajo Indian reservation in Arizona, and an attempt was made to sell the find to eastern capiialiets. But investigation showed that the mine had been salted for the occasion with genuine African stones, and the only losers in tbe venture were the alleged discoverers. However, on this reservation are to be found stones which cut as cloar as the diamond, a superior quality of garnets and a species of emerald which makes a pretty setting. It makes little difference though how the Idaho find pans out, as there are now as many diamonds in sight in the South African fields as will supply the world for many years to come „1
This annual report of Secretary Tracy, of Uncle Sam's navee, reminds one of the story" of how the old man killed tbe bear by remaining in hiding while his wife-used the rifle with telling effect. He claims for the present administration tbe honor of placing the navy in its present condition, when the troth of the matter is that the work was inaugurated when Mr. Whitney was secretary of the navy, and nearly all the ships which have gone into commission since March 4,1889, Were on the stocks when Mr. Harrison went into the White Honse, and he has simply carried on the work which was already commenced and which was bound to go ahead under tbe circumstances. Mr. Tracy may be a very good man, but he is not responsible for the United States navy of to-day.
The reports concerning Mr. Blaine's health having become dismally monotonous the Washington correspondents have taken anew chute. This week they sent out word that within ten days the distinguished statesman would becomd, if he has not already, a full fledged Roman Catholic. As Mr. Blaine has always bad a leaning toward the Church of Rome there is nothing startling in the announcement. While he was a presidential possibility it was not policy to make any declaration of faith, but now that he has permanently retired from the political field he doubtless feels at liberty to declare his allegiance to the religion of his choice. It is his privilege to do so and no one will deny him tho right. If Mr. Blaine thinks that the most desirable route to everlasting bliss is via the Church of Rome he can go that way, while others may prefer to make the journey by other lines. As "ali roads lead to Rome" It is merely a question of whioh one to select.,
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Choice brands of cigars by the box for presents at Oak Hall Pharmacy.
New Rugs for Christmas, at Wood, Williams A Co's,
Old Santa Olaus
Has commenced unloading his pack of gifts for the children, at A. G. Austin & Co's.
OlivesSO cents perquartat J. H.Simmons'.
Christmas Easels and ..^Pictures at Wood, Williams & Co's.
The holiday announcement of Brokaw Bros, appears in another column. This Is one of tho oldest and most reliable houses in the state, and this year they are better prepared than ever to supply the wants of the poople. Read what they have to say.
In looking ,for Christmas presents readers of The Mail should carefully peruse the advertising columns. In them will be found the announcement of D. H. Baldwin & Co.concerning Decider Brothers' pianos. Read it and yon will learn something to your advantage.
Christmas Rockers till you can't rest, at Wood, Williams ACo's.
The cool autumn days are here, and when you go out driving you shonld be provided jwlth a good lap robe, which you can find at W. C. May fc Co.'s who also keep the finest assortment of horse blankets in town. No. 11 south Fourth street.
A bewildering mass of Fine Christmas Rockers at Wood, Williams & Go's.
Keid's German Coughs and Kidney contains no poison.
Baking
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Gentlemen
We are here with suggestions. Perhaps we can help you out if you are lost to know what to buy for a present.
Do you knoyr that every lady looks well in Furs and we certainly fcave a magnificent stock to choose from.
Fur Capes and Muffs of every description for Ladies, Misses and Children, bought especially for the Christmas trade, such as Beaver Capes, Monkey Capes, Astrahkan Capes, Seal Capes, Krimmer Capes, Morten Capes, Mink Capes, Hudson Bay Sable Capes also, Muffs to match. Prices from $6.00 to $100 each. Come and see them whether you wish to buy or not. Children's Furs a specialty.
Wouldn't a "Cravenette" Water Proof Long Garment make a nice Present. Price, $12.50.
Or an Inverness Gossamere. New lot just received. Choice styles at $2.50, $3 and $3.98 each.
Ladies'Cloaks
As yon all know we are the great headquarters for Cloales, and we will say right here that some splendid bargains are now awaiting you. An immense purchase of new garments from the great closing out sale of two large manufacturers ha?e put new life into ouf popular CloUk department.
$5, $8, $10, $12''"
Will buy a $7.50, $10, $15 or $20 Cloak. Misses' Jackets and Long Garments at greatly reduced prices. "Plash Cloaks at reduced prices.
Infants' Cloaks at reduced prices. We are determined to sell 500 Cloaks before Christmas and our reredoced prices will do it.
Great Sale of Dolls. Great Sale of Ribbons. 10,000 dozen Handkerchiefs from ic to $10 each.
It is an impossibility in this advertisement to faithfully enumerate all offering's. It would take an entire Saturday Evening Mail to do justice to all departments to give a faint idea of our enormous stock.
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Special Preparations Have Been Made to Make this the Great Headquarters in Terre Haute for Uuseful, Substantial and Always Acceptable Christmas Presents. Sensible Goods Seem to be in Great Demand. ,:
They have been offered so often before and which have crowded several manufacturers to the wall simply becauee there is no demand for the goods. Buy useful and sensible articles which tire always acceptable.
A pair" of Genuine Foster Kid Gloves $1 to $2.25 pair. A handsome Vienna Fan, $1 to $10 each.
A half-dozen box of Ladies' HandEmbroidered Initial Handkerchiefs, for $1.50.
A nice pair of Silk Hose in black or fancy, 756 to $5 pair. A Genuine Beaver Cape and Muff for $52.
A nice Pocket Book or Card Case, 25c to $3.98 each. A lovely Lace Dresser Set, entirely new, $2.98 to $6.50.
Silk Underwear for Gentlemen, Ladies and Children. Night Shirts for Gentlemen for 50c, 75c and $x.
White Shirts for Gentlemen at 39c, 50c, 75c, and $1. A Black Henrietta Dress Pattern costs $3 98 to $15.
An Evening Silk Dress Pattern costs $10 to $25. A Black Silk Dress Pattern costs $8.50 to $50.
A Monkey Cape and Muffcosts $28. Very handsome. A nice Alpaca Skirt or Satin Skirt, $1 to $5.
Very elegant Silk Skirts .at $4.50 to $10. A Broad Cloth Dress Pattern, $8 to $20 all shades.
A pair of handsome Chenille Curtains from $3.98 to $zo. A grand collection of Lace Curtains from $x to $15.
Tbe celebrated Pv D. Muslin Underwear, second floor. A nice Calico Dress Pattern, 50c to $1.00.
Black and Creamide Wool Fascinators, 50c to $3.98 each. A Breakfast Shawl, all wool, at $1.
A fine Black Cashmere Shawl, 2.50 to $12. Infants' Embroidered Shawls, beautiful $1.50 to $10.
Chenille Table Covers, very handsome, $1.98. Far Rugs for parlor, bedroom or library, $1.98 to $10.
A nice, All-Wool Cloth Dress Pattern, $2.50 to $6.50.
HOBERG, ROOT & CO
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HOBERG, ROOT & CO.
"With their Colossal stock of Dry Goods, Ladies' Furnishing Goods, Dress Goods, Silks, Cloaks, Furs, Lace and Chenille Curtains, Housekeeping Linens, Fur Bugs, Silk Umbrellas by the Thousand and Handkerchiefs by the Million herewith present you with a list for your careful consideration, and as the saying goes if you go to Hoberg's you get the best.
5,000 Umbrellas at Chsap Prices.
Three Manufacturer's Stock puidiasfid by us for cash aro now on hhIo at our Extended Umbrella Counter. 4S)c, COc, 80c, $1, 8125, $1.49, $1.(!8, 81.98, $2 38, $2 75, fri 59, $3 98, ?4.S0, ?5, ?0.3S. Ladles' Umbrellas, Children's Umbrellas, Gent'r* Umbrellas. What is nicer and more useful than an Uijabrella. Cofme and s»eo them before they are picked ovor.
For Ladi8S, Gentlemen, Children.
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As you all know we carry a superb stock of Linens and Housekeeping Goods. Our Linen department contains a vast collection of Table Li
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and Napkins, Table Linen Setsi/i Fancy Pieces. The gentlemen re especially invited to call and see tne beautiful things wc are showing in Linens suitable for presents. Below we mention a few of the good things:
A fine Bleached Double Damask Table Cloth costs from $1.75 to $8 each. Napkins to match, $1.50 to $5 a dozen.
A jfine Barnsley Cream Damask Table Cloth costs from $1.50 to $3 each. Napkins to match.
Elegant Fringed TableCloths with Napkins to match. For sets complete $4.50 to $20 each.
Lunch Cloths in a great variety of patterns also Crumb Cloths,, Tray Cloths, and Meat Cloths, from 50c to $5 each.
Side Board Covers, Dresser Scarfs and Stand Covers in an endless variety of styles, plain and hemstitched, from 50c up to $5 each.
Hemstitched Linens and Open Work Fancy Pieces, bought especially for the Holiday trade.
Towels by the thousands. Fancy Towels for Presents. Elegant Patterns 25c to $2 each.
Presents in Bed Quilts most beau* tiful designs and special good values at 08c to $xo each.
Our Linen Department is worthy of your attention, as it contains so many articles suitable for presents. Senstblepresents.
Take a look at Blankets, Comforts and Down Filled Comforts, Down Pillows, Chenille Lounge Covers and Silk Slumber Robes. Any of the above are acceptable presents to housekeepers. x,ooo Head Rests, in cotton and silk, at 25c, 39c and 49c each. 500 Ladies' Hand Satchels at 50c, 75c, $1.50 to $3.98 each. A Ladies' Hand Satchel makes a nice present.
Gentlemen's Half Hose in silk, cotton, wool or lisle.