hE RR Se Ae a - == Ln = y 1+ RESERVATION OPY ADDED AGINAL TOBE “TAINED — Ov 1 8 1992 FOUNDED IN 1889. GRAN HOTEL Calle del Comercio. Sur 4, No. 50. LUIS RAVASSO & CO. | | C ARACAS, : Proprietors. VENEZUELA. Cable Address: “ GRANOTEL--CARACAS.” ¥=In order to avoid confusion, care must be taken to note that the address of this hotel is BOLSA A MERCADERES. SUR 4, No. 50.217 xe> TELEPHONE FROM LA GUAIRA FOR YOUR ROOMS. 4: ‘THE GRAN HOTEL is situated in the principal street, near the Plaza Bolivar, Federal Capitol, Opera, ‘Theatre and Carriage Station. This street, which is one of the liveliest of the city, has a tramway line passing the heart of Caracas and going in all directions. THE GRAN HOTEL has been successfully running seven years and enjoys a high reputation. No other establishment of its kind can compete with it on account of its extraordinary comfort. The GRAN HOTEL is especially favored by foreign customers and has a good num- ber of proper and attentive employees at the service of the passengers. THE GRAN HOTEL has comfortable and well ventilated rooms luxuriously furnished. Cleanliness is un- surpassed, and its baths ate .the nicest in town. The table is magnificent and the extensive dining-room is beautifully ar- ranged. Finally, from the moment the passenger arrives at the GRAN HOTEL he enjoys an atmosphere of comfort, ele- gance and good taste. There is a first-class office with two telephones, where the pas- sengets can obtain all information wanted. All languages are spoken, especially the English. For the above reasons the GRAN HOTEL is considered the SOLE FIRST-CLASS HOTEL OF CARACAS. ESTEBAN YBARRA HERRERA. Gobernador del Distrito Federal. HAGO SABER: Que el senor Arturo Rivera, ciudadano colombiano, se ha presentado ante mi recla- mando el derecho exclusivo para publicar y vender una obra de su propiedad cuyo titulo ha depositado, y es como sigue: “AN ILLUSTRATED ERA CARACAS, CONTAINING GENERAL 9 NC CENTRAL Venezuela. Y que habiendo prestado el juramento requerido por la ley sobre “ Propiedad Intel- ectual,” le pongo por la presente en posesion del derecho que concede la mencionada ley. — Dado en el Palacio de Gobierno del distrito Federal, en Caracas, a cinco de Octubre de mil ochocientos noventa y seis. Ano 86 de la Independencia y 38 de la Federacion. (Firmado.) E. YBARRA HERRERA. Refrendado El Secretario de Gohierno : [T,..8.] (Firmado.) J. Y. ARNAL. Compliments of 1 , ~~ A > Ri A adelndhia Commercial Museums Entered according to the Act of Congress in the year 1897, by ARTURO RIVERA, in the office of the Librarian of Congress at Washington, D. C. GENERAL JOAQUIN CRESPO. President of the Republic of Venezuela, = At a a e. ar EA. roa. = E Fett ple. LA coer TL pee Sin NIVERSITY Nea Ca HoN. ALLEN THOMAS. Uniled States Minister to Venezuela. 3 u UNIVE. OF CALIFORNIA 9 ntroductory. oe HIS “GUIDE” has been written with no literary pretensions. The data has been compiled as carefully as possible from several sources and with the kind assistance of friends and Government officials. The idea of the publication of this “GUIDE” was given to me by some American gentlemen whom I had the pleasure of meet- ing last summer during their excursion to Caracas. This work is my first effort in the English language, which is not my own; and if VENEZUELA should be benefited in the smallest way by the book appearing before the public, I shall con- sider myself fully satisfied, owing to the hospitality and kindness with which I have been honored in this country and for which I feel grateful. ARTURO RIVERA, CARACAS, 189%. TIBRA ha > OF THEY N UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA How to Reach Venezuela. Several lines of steamers visit the Venezuelan ports from Zurope. “The principal ones are. FRENCH LINE. Two steamers per month, leaving Saint Nazaire about the gth and Bordeaux the 26th of each month. The price of first-class passage to Za Guaira is $150.00, $170.00 and $200.00, according to location of state-room. HAMBURG= AMERICAN LINE. SPANISH TRANS- ATLANTIC LINE. ROYAL MAIL LINE. ITALIAN LINE. Two steamers, leaving Hamburg the 13th and 28th of each month. Cost of first- class passage, $112.00. One steamer per month, leaving Cadiz and Barcelona, with transhipment in Havana. Cost of first-class passage, $150.00. Leaving Southampton every two weeks. Cost of first-class passage, $125.00 and $175.00, according to location of state-room. One steamer leaves Genoa the first of each montk. Cost of first-class passage, $102.80. IFACO!S WEST INDIA AND The steamers of these lines leave Liverpool every ten days, alternating, v¢z.. Two of PACIFIC S. S. CO. the first line subsequently and one of the Harrison following. They call at Barbados, AND HARRISON LINE. 7777707 and Za Guaira, and leave for Puerto Cabello, Curacao and Colombian Ports. They generally call at New Orleans. Passage from Liverpool to La Guaira, £25. Two steamers per month, one leaving from Genoa and Spanish Ports, and the other N INE. : PRINCE LINE from Antwerp and Glasgow, but not all of them have accommodation for passengers. Steamers of three lines leave regularly New York City for La Guaira. as follows : > - E ) RED D LINE The steamers of this line stop at Curacao, and the trip to La Guaira is made in six (American). days. Cost of first-class passage, $70.00. COMPANIA TRANSAT- The steamers stop at Havana and Santiago de Cuba, and the trip is made in about LANTICA ESPAÑOLA thirteen days. Cost of first-class passage, $90.00. (Spanish). WEST-INDISCHE The steamers stop at Port au Prince, Aux-Cayes, Jacmel, Curacao and Puerto Cabello, MAILDIENST (Dutch). and the trip is made in sixteen days. Cost of first-class passage, $80.00. Any of the above trips by itself is a pleasant one. Leaving Venezuela, steamers of the Red D Line run direct to New York, or the trip can be made by way of Colombia, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Trinidad, etc. Excur- sion tickets from Vew York, good for nine months, can be obtained from the Red 7 Line at $126.00 the round trip. PC Ter TTD eno oe Rane AÑ UA 1 TL at de SI Amato. Photo by 1 AIRA. W OF LA GU a 4 VIE Important Facts. PASSPORTS, CUS- Passports are not required in Venezuela. Travelers will find Custom House Officers TOMS, ETC. very courteous, and the examination of baggage in no way annoying or inconvenient. For a pleasure trip to Caracas not much baggage is needed. Summer clothing, same as is used in North America, will do for Venezuela. A dress suit will be convenient. Light woolen underwear is recommended. A small state-room trunk or a hand-bag is all that is necessary if Caracas and surroundings are only to be visited. BAGGAGE AND DRESS. The currency consists of gold and silver coin, under the denomination of bolizares. CURRENCY. One bolivar is equivalent to twenty cents in Venezuela, or five bolivares to a dollar. American bank notes are changed with some difficulty. ‘Travelers are advised to carry American gold, which is changed everywhere into Venezuelan currency with a premium of 4 per cent. No fort eign silver coin circulates in Venezuela. Letters of credit can be bought at Messrs. Boulton, Bliss & Dallet, and Messrs: G. Amsinck & Co., of New York, against Caracas’ bankers. The steamers anchor alongside the pier or break-water. The Corporation of the Port charges each person 40 cents for the passage from the pier to the Custom House by railway; 40 cents per piece of baggage not exceeding roo kilograms cover the ex- penses from the pier to the Custom House. Two trains leave Za Guaira daily for Caracas at 8.50 A.M. and 3 o'clock p.m. The fare is $2.50 and $1.60, first and second-class, respectively, the former having a right to carry 50 kilograms of baggage, and the latter 25. Any excess is paid at the rate of 2 cents per kilogram. LANDING AT LA GUAIRA. Pe : 10 VIEW OF ILA GUAIRA SHOWING BREAKWATER AND RED D LINE STEAMER. Photo by V. Amato. )) In case the passenger has to stay in La Guaira, the Hotel ‘‘ Neptuno ’’ is recommended. Charges: $1.60 to $2.40 per day, meals included, according to location of room. Passengers are warned to settle in advance for any transportation of baggage, in order to avoid misunder- standings. POSTAGE AND Venezuela is in the Universal Postal Union. Rates of postage for foreign countries TELEGRAPH. are, therefore, same as those of the United States. Internal postage costs as follows : letters weiohio Ip to 15 eralis .......c..e--.corees reee... reracermrecien eeanaa naa a wins 5 cents £4 gs kt a O OA E al it ale 10... oe es S 6D E eee carino et a a to eta rea eee 30 “ And 20 cents for each additional 30 grams or fraction thereof. There are about 4,000 miles of telegraph line in operation throughout Venezuela. The rates are as follows: Day messages, from 7.A. M. to 6 P. M , for ten words.............. eee et vate An 20 cents Night messages and feast days the rates are double. Messages in foreign languages pay three times the regular rates, and code messages pay four times. CABLE Venezuela is connected with Europe and the United States by a submarine cable, laid from La Guaira, via West Indies. The rates, per word of ten letters, are as follows: To ay pot of -Hutope.. ............er.e...e.eicasaroa tarea ra. e inAn aia a ae A. Francs 14.04 To any point of the United States.............. ete RE ee ee eR a Lee Ee ys When the communication is interrupted via French cable, dispatches may be sent via Panamá for 19.29 and 17.78 francs per word, respectively. WEIGHTS AND MEASURES. The law has established the metrical system both for weights and measures. 12 FREIGHT TRAIN ON THE LA GUAIRA AND CARACAS RAILROAD, Photo by Salas, United States of Venezuela. Alonso de Ojeda, who had accompanied Columbus in his second trip to the New World, DISCOVERY. was the discoverer of Venezuela in 1499. He visited the island of Margarita, noted up to this day for its fishery of pearls, and, coasting towards the West, he crossed Cape San Román, and in a gulf called Coguibacoa by the Indians, he saw a village built over the water and supported by piles, which he named Venecia on account of its similarity to the Italian town. Later on, it took the name of Venezuela (meaning small Venecia) ; and such was the origin of the name of the large territory called by the Spaniards Capitania General de Venezuela. The first to project a plan for the independence of Venezuela was General Miranda. INDEPENDENCE. He was born in Caracas, about 1752. He was educated in Spain, and belonged to the French Army which assisted the Independence of the United States; returning to Europe, he took part in the French Revolution, fighting under Dumouriez against the enemies of the Republic. These two important points of his splendid career made him conceive the independence of his country, and, about 1801, he tried to obtain assistance from the United States at the time the Louisiana question arose. Although he then failed to obtain it from the Government, his ideas were echoed by the American people, and Colonel W. Smith, together with 200 young men, placed themselves at Miranda's orders for an expedition. M. Ogden, a New York merchant, took part in this expedition, which was not successful. Other attempts were made, and finally, the 25th of March, 1806, Miranda and his followers reached the Ocumare coast and were defeated by the Spaniards, the former having been compelled to go to Trinidad. Ten Americans of this expe- dition were shot by the Spaniards at Puerto Cabello. Misfortune never stopped the patriots in their struggle for independence, but the cruelty of the conquerors excited their minds more and more. Conspiracy continued doing its work all over the country, and when A77- randa reached La Guaira, on December sth, 1810, he was unanimously proclaimed General-in-Chief of the Army. It was at this epoch when the enlistment of .S1moN BOLIVAR in the patriots’ army took place, 14 A SER / el rg “e e AD COUNTRY SCENE IN VENEZUELA. On April 19th, 1810, Amparan, the Captain-General of Venezuela, was compelled to resign his position at a meeting of the Common Council, and the famous Act declaring the independence of Venezuela was signed July sth, 1811. From this time on Bolivar made himself famous, and he took the command of the patriots; fought and defeated the Spaniards everywhere ; won battles like ‘‘Boyaca,’’ ‘Pichincha,’ ‘‘Carabobo,”’ and many others; and with the assistance of heroes like Sucre, Paéz, Bermúdez, Mariño, Cordova, Santander, Ricaurte, Padilla, Monagas, and a score of others, succeeded in giving freedom to Venezuela, Colombia, Ewador, Perú and Bolivia. Thus his name is kept with sacred admiration in the hearts of the citizens of five Republics. Bolivar, the Washington of South America, was born in Caracas, the 24th of July, 1783. Eight years- after the declaration of independence, Venezuela, Colombia and Ecuador formed the. Great Republic of Colombia, and in 1830 they separated again. The decree abolishing slavery in Venezuela was issued March 24th, 1854, under the Presidency of General José G. Monagas. BOUNDARIES AND The boundaries of Venezuela are: On the North, the Caribbean Sea; on the South TERRITORY. the United States of Brazil and a portion of the Republic of Colcmbia; on the East, British Guiana and the Atlantic Ocean; and on the West, the Republic of Colombia. Venezuela comprises a territory of 1,552,741 square kilometres (597,960 square miles). It is situated in — the Torrid Zone, between 1° 40’ latitude S. and 12° 26’ N. Its longitude, according to the Caracas Meridian, is 10% 20 E. and 6% 25 W. This soil is divided in three zones, viz. : The agricultural, 349,488 square kilometres; the grazing, 405,313; and the unexplored, or wooded lands, 797,940. The population of Venezuela amounts, according to the census of 1891, to 2,323,527 POPULATION. . : : PUT: inhabitants. It may be now estimated at 2,500,0co. There are three chains of mountains in Venezuela, namely : the Andes, the Coast and the Parima Ranges. Some of the highest are : Sierra Nevada de Mérida, 16,437 feet ; Naiguatd, 10,500 ; and Maraguatá, 9,000 feet above the level of the sea. MOUNTAINS. 16 THE LA GUAIRA AND CARACAS RAILWAY. [holy by Salus, The coast of Venezuela has an extension of 3,020 kilometres bathed by the Caribbean Sea. There are thirty-two ports, fifty bays and numerous anchorages, besides the lake and river ports. Seventy-one islands belong to the Republic and a considerable number of islets, with a total extension of 37,898 square kilometres. The largest island is J/argarita. There are 1 047 rivers, many of them navigable, such as the Orinoca, Apure, Portuguesa, Masparro, etc. The Orinoca is 2,374 kilometres long and flows into the Atlantic Ocean. The important lakes are : Maracaibo, 21,728 square kilometres, and Valencia, 559. There are five principal gulfs, namely : Maracaibo, Paria, Coro, Cariaco and Santa Té. SEAS, GULFS, LAKES, RIVERS. There are only two seasons in Venezuela: The rainy season beginning in April and end- ing in October, and the dry one; the temperature is higher during the former, but as a rule the climate is nice and agreeable. Venezuela having cold, temperate and hot climates, foreigners are at liberty to choose the most suitable without any danger to life. The average temperature of some places is as follows: SEASONS AND CLIMATE. Caracas. .... Ne. e. eee... FIS PARE. e ene casos ene ne... 3,018 feet above the sca level. Jun Guaira... .. -—..e. "e... ae. 842 lee en. ee. ere... y. ai een ae Valencia......... e ea e TEE Ence ón + dende ación 1.824. “ © E METida... ..... - .. eee eu ena eee ee GI9 Mee o aecmenen nadia e 5.303: “ “ mE Barquisimeto............. ..... 5... a a as ie ate AD ATA Mae oe Ciudad Bolivar... ................ $38 8 a, ae7. “ E Me There are several thermal and mineral waters in the country. The hot springs of Zas Trincheras are the most renowned ; they are situated between Puerto Cabello and Valencia and are accessable by railway. There is a pretty good hotel with accommodations for visitors. Some other remarkable springs are found in Coro at La Quiva, near the Pedregal road, where forty streams run through beds white as porcelain, and at “ San /uan de los Morros” in the State of Miranda near 17//a de Cura. HOT SPRINGS. Venezuela is a very rich country as to natural productions. The territory includes NATURAL PRODUCTS. gold, silver, iron, copper, lead, tin, colombine, marble and building stones, asphalt, salt, and many other mineral substances of undoubted richness. The mining laws of the country are very liberal and offer true guarantees and inducements to explorers and investors. “I'he cultivation of coffee, cocoa and sugar-cane are the main agricultural industries of Venezuela. It can be said, however, that almost all the products of the world can be cultivated, owing to the fertility of the soil and 18 | mn : 2% ¥ CINTA : : ENTERING CARACAS FROM RAILWAY STATION, its variety of climate, as, for instance, corn grows as well as wheat, and all kinds of vegetables can be raised, as well as cotton, tobacco and India rubber. The forests of the country abundantly contain medicinal plants, as sarrapia, quinine, sarsaparilla, copaiba, cola nuts, copal, coca, musk seed, mustard, tamarind, etc., and the vegetation is so marvelous that the milk, water and bread trees are found as a matter of fact. In regard to timber it can also be said that all kinds are to be found in this country, amongst them mahog- any, cedar, oak, gafeado (astronium graveolens), pardillo (cordia gerascanthus), rose wood, box, vera (guayacum arboreum), ebony, gold wood, bombax, Brazil wood and many others. The natives inhabiting the surround- ings of the forests can furnish themselves with wine, vinegar, starch, oil, etc., and also can build their houses and manufacture baskets, hammocks, and other necessary things from said forests. Other productions may be mentioned like wax, greases, honey, etc. Sericulture has been successfully attempted. The tortoise shell is plentiful around the Western coast, and there are deposits of mother of pearl in Nueva Esparta, : Stock raising has considerably increased in Venezuela during the recent years. In 1838 LIVE STOCK. ro : eal ES 06 the figures comprising the preceding fifteen years of raising are as follows: Stock. Heads. Increase. Catile.. . ............. reee one ena: $, AJO, 201. - e eiaoa eo ran eee eee nai eno 900 per cent. Coats and shicep... ....... - «secre... he SE ee ae eee 400 FIOSS Penecaraa ee... E Bae 1,920,603 nano e. I LE ea te Horses, mules and donkeys are also raised, the latter being generally used for transportation of goods through the mountains. ! A large portion of the working class of Venezuela live on these two industries. Game of all kinds is very abundant, as well as fishing, principally on the Eastern coast. We : may also mention the feather trade, which is very important. HUNTING AND FISHING. There is a very active commerce in Venezuela, The imports from foreign countries, COMMERCE, principally consisting of dry goods, machinery, liquors, etc., amounted in 1889-1890 to bolivares 83,614,411, and the exports to bolivares 100,917,388, consisting of coffee, cocoa, hides, India rubber, gold, etc. The value of the gold exported from 1866 to 1890 amounted to bholi- vares 209,224,598. 20 CARACAS STATION OF THE ILA GUAIRA AND CARACAS RAILWAY. REVENUE AND ‘The revenues of Venezuela in the fiscal year 1894-1895 amounted to bolivares 48,656, - EXPENSES. 797.36, and the expenses to bolivares 43,891,525.53, leaving a balance in favor of the Treasury of bolivares 4,765,271.83. The foreign debt of Venezuela amounted in December, 1895, to....bolivares 66,888,512 PUBLIC DEBT. "The diplomatic debt to..........................ee.ees.-esea...... ot 4,266,338 The internal debts 0,0... i avi e. are. tent ann bins + 70,339,853 Matlinga grand total Of............«...................... “141,494,743 It is more than just to state that this country is gradually reducing its debts, and that interest thereon is paid regularly. : The present Congress has sanctioned a law for the conversion of the different internal debts into one. There exist in Venezuela about goo kilometres of railways, connecting some of the RAILWAYS. principal cities ; some other lines are being constructed, aggregating in all about 1,200 kilometres. The most important railway lines of the country are the German Railway, from Caracas to Valencia, and the English line, from Za Guaira to Caracas. The German Railway is not only a grand work of engineering, but the picturesque scenery all along the line almost surpasses anything of its kind in the world. The line starts from Caracas, and, as far as Las Ajuntas, crosses the plains of the banks of the river Guaire in a very gradual decline, through coffee and sugar- cane estates. From Zas Ajuntas, and ascending almost continually at a maximum rate of two per cent., it crosses a very rough mountainous region, reaching the highest point, the Coroza/ tunnel, situated 1,227 metres above the level of the sea. From this point it descends in large curves to Las Mostazas and La Begonia, this part of the line containing a great number of tunnels and viaducts. On arriving at Las Zgjerias the line begins to leave the mountainous region and enters into the upper part of the valleys of the ZuZ river, crossing it near El Consejo, and continuing through the valleys of Aragua, from east to west, passes the beautiful lake of 7aca- rigua, terminating at Valencia. The line was opened to traffic in 1894. It has 212 viaducts and bridges, having a total weight of 5,500 tons, and 86 tunnels of a total length of 5,200 metres. The entire length of the line is 174 kilometres, and there are 26 intermediate stations cf more or less importance. This line connects with the Zonglish Railway to Puerto Cabello. STREET SCENE IN CARACAS. Trains leave Caracas daily at 9 A. M., arriving at Valencia at 6 p. a. This excursion is highly recommended to foreigners wanting to see the country and enjoy a grand scenery of the tropics. Pare, first-class... .... eae ani a ae a bolivares 44 50 ES SCCONA-=CÍasa eee: .ecoenonoctacon orto anos erro rare eno aire eta ss ae amy 1 having the right to carry 25 kilograms of baggage. Excess is paid for at the rate of bolivares 35.75 per 100 kilograms. The English Railway connects the port of Za Guaira with Caracas. The liné is only 2234 miles long, but excursionists going to Caracas over it will not only admire a remarkable piece of engineering skill, but they will also have a chance to see beautiful Venezuelan scenery. Leaving La Guaira, the line runs as far as Maiquetia almost on level ground, through cocoanut groves, along the sea-shore. Passing AMaiguetia, it begins to ascend, curling around the mountains, at a maximum gradient of 3.75 per cent., and with a minimum curve radius of 140’. After passing the Maiquetia bridge, and in ascending up the mountains, it can be said that at every new curve there is a different view to admire: The bathing station of J/aento; a bird's-eye view of La Guaira and the far-away sea; a stream like a silver ribbon down below, and the majestic bluish of the Andes ; the marvelous zig-zag, with its entanglement of curves and its wonderful change of tropical scenery. From one panorama to another the traveler enters into the valley of Caracas, thinking, perhaps, that the trip was like a dream, but surely one not to be forgotten, and enjoying the agreeable change of temperature as the train ascends. The Za Guaira and Caracas Railway has eight tunnels, five bridges, and 3os drainages. Its stations are picturesque, and the line is pretty well kept. Two passenger trains run daily from Za Guaira to Caracas, and vice versa, at 8.50 A. M. and 3 P. M. Venezuela has a good many important cities, among which are the following : Villa de Cura, capital of the State of Miranda, was founded at the end of the seven- teenth century. The circumstance of being situated between the Aragua Valleys and the Plains of Guárico makes of this city an important commercial centre. It is 519 metres above the level of the sea, and its tem- perature varies from 25° to 30° Cent. It has a population of 12,198 inhabitants, and 2,500 buildings, among which are worth mentioning the Church, the Government Palace, the City Hall, the Santo Domingo Hospital, and many public gardens. It also has a good library. ! PRINCIPAL CITIES. 24 er qn Ea HY, : TA STREET SCENE IN FRONT OF CAPITOL, CARACAS. ; Phato.by Salas, Valencia, the capital of the State of Carabobo, was founded in the sixteenth century, in the neighborhood of Lake Tacarigua, on a beautiful plain of healthy and temperate climate, its average temperature being 24° Cent. It is situated 472 metres above the level of the sea, and has a population of about 40,000 inhabitants. Among its principal buildings are the Market, the Cathedral, the Theatre, the Government Palace, and many boulevards and public gardens. Electric light and telephone companies are established in the city. Valencia , has been the capital of Venezuela in former times, and is now considered as the second city of the Republic. It is a great commercial and manufacturing centre, and is reached from Caracas and Puerto Cabello by railway. Barcelona, the capital of the State of Bermúdez, is situated on a plain by the banks of the “ Neveri ” river, 16 metres above the level of the sea, and hasa population of 12,758 inhabitants. It contains many hand- some buildings and public gardens; its temperature fluctuates between 23° and 30° Cent. This city is connected by rail with the neighboring port of Guanta, and also with the rich coal mines of Neveri, now being exploited by a French company. Barcelona exports coffee, cocoa, hides, salted meats, dye-woods, etc. “Ciudad Bolivar, capital of the State of Bolivar, formerly known as “Santo Tomás de Angostura,” is situated on the right bank of the Orinoco river, on the slope of a hill. It is 57 metres above the level of the sea; its temperature fluctuates between 25% and 30% Cent., although in the rainy season it goes up to 33 and down to 24°. It has a population of 11,686 inhabitants. Among its important buildings are the Govern- ment Palace, the Federal College, the Cathedral, the Theatre and the Market; it also has several public gardens. The famous ‘‘Angostura Bitters ’’ were originally manufactured in this city. Besides the gold of the rich Yuruan, Ciudad Bolivar exports coffee, cocoa, quinine, cotton, sarrapia, India rubber, etc., and is quite a lively mercantile centre. Guanare, capital of the State of Zamora, by the banks of the Guanare river, is built on a plain on the slope of a hill, 143 metres above the level of the sea. It is so advantageously situated that it controls all the trade of the State and the west and centre of the Republic. Its climate is healthy, although hot, the average tempera- ture being 28° Cent. It has a population of 10,880 inhabitants and 1,200 houses, some of the principal buildings being the Church, the Government and Justice Palaces. Darquisimeto, the capital of the State of Lara and one of the oldest cities of Venezuela, is built on a plain 522 metres above the level of the sea and in the roadway between Carabobo and Zamora, being for this reason another important commercial centre. Its population is 34,476 inhabitants; its maximum temperature is 29° Cent. From the lower part of the city a most beautiful panorama can be admired, contemplating the fields under cultivation as far as the eye can reach. The city is surrounded by plantations of coffee, cocoa, 26 STREET SCENE IN FRONT OF CAPITOL, CARACAS. Photo by Salas. sugar-cane and cereals. Its delicious climate makes of Barquisimeto one of the most desirable places in Vene- zuela. It is connected by railway with the port of Tucacas. Maracaibo, capital of the State of Zulia, at the entrance of the beautiful Lake of Maracaibo, is twenty-eight feet above the level of the sea, and has an average temperature of 83° Fahrenheit, and a population of 40,000 inhabitants. It is one qf the most industrious cities of Venezuela and surely one of the most important com- mercial centres. It controls not only all the foreign trade of the States of Zulia, Los Andes and part of Lara, but also a large portion of the eastern part of the Republic of Colombia. The city is lighted by electricity, and among its principal buildings are the Government Palace, the City Hall, the Cathedral, the University, the Baralt Theatre, the Custom House and others. Carúpano, capital of the District Bermúdez, is the most important sea-port of the East. It has only 12,000 inhabitants, but its commercial relations, both abroad and in this country, are very extensive. There are abundant coal mines near Carúpano; its principal industry is the cultivation of sugar-cane. From the juice of this cane the rum is made which is considered the finest in the country. From July, 1894, to June, 1895, Carúpano exported cocoa, coffee, hides, skins and timber, the value of which was bolivares 4,700,000. This item gives an idea of the commercial importance of this port. FORM OF - The Government of Venezuela is Republican and Federal. The nation is divided into GOVERNMENT. nine States, one Federal District and five Territories. The national institutions insure to foreigners, as well as to. natives, safety to their lives; respect for their property privacy for their correspondence; security for their homes ; liberty of religion and freedom for their thoughts or writings ; rights of petition, association, industry and suffrage, and all the privileges of a civilized nation. The States of the Union are autonomous and equal in their rights. Their internal organization is in accordance with the principles of a popular Government, elective, federal, representative and responsible. The Constitutions of the States acknowledge the autonomy of the municipalities and their independence from the political power in everything respecting their economical and administrative organization. The Congress of the United States of Venezuela is composed of two Chambers, one of the Senators and one of the Deputies. Each State elects three Senators, chosen from its Legislature, and one Deputy to every 35,- ooo inhabitants, and one for an excess of no less than 15,000. All the Senators and Deputies must be Vene- zuelans by birth, and they hold their offices for a period of four years. Congress meets in Caracas every year, about February 20th; its sessions last seventy days, having the right to an extension of time if necessary and convenient. 28 , Photo by Esperon. SALON EUCARNADO —YELLOW HOUSE, The President of the Republic must be a Venezuelan by birth, and of at least thirty years of age. His term of office is four years, and cannot be re-elected for the subsequent term. In case of absence from the city capi- tal, his office is tempotarily filled by the acting President of the Government's Council. The J/nistry is com- posed of seven members, appointed by the President of the Republic. The Government's Council is composed of nine members, elected by Congress. The Supreme Court, or “Alta Corte Federal,” is composed of nine members, elected for a term of six years. It is the duty of this Court to hear accusations against the President of the Republic, the members of the Government's Council, the Cabinet Ministers and the Government Officials, according to the Constitution. The Court of Appeals is composed of nine members, elected for a term of six years. They must be lawyers. This Court is the Tribunal of the States. There are other Courts and Tribunals, according to the local requirements, for the administration of justice. The death penalty does not exist in Venezuela. The Executive Government of Venezuela is at present composed as follows : PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC: GENERAL JOAQUIN CRESPO, MINISTERS: JDMERION. y eones acera te ela Aute etario e ue Rae 3ENERAL JOSE F. ROLDAN. FOCO Jains cov ails a sa ooo rea. Se anit oe Re DR. PEDRO EZEQUIEL ROJAS. Public Works... ..« ET sh we a ae me ae SESOR I. M. ORTEGA MARTINEZ. ES SUP ne RO A e ie DR. ALBERTO SMITH. Finance <. -...... eee ae ru mao. vie ae E RD e NONI .DR. CLAUDIO BRUZUAI SERRA. War and Nazy......... ECON cali ne eT, EI I GENERAL RAMON GUERRA. DR. FREDERICO R. CHIRINOS. Public PISIENCION,... -........e.......... eno. er a ee GOVERNOR OF THE FEDERAI, DISTRICT: GENERAL ESTEBAN IBARRA HERRERA: General CrEsPO is fifty-three years old, of medium height, rather stout, and of manly appearance. His manner is agreeable and courteous, and he impresses his auditor as a man of firmness of will. He is one of the most successful military commanders of his country, and his administration has been one of progress. His ministers are all noted and able men of Venezuela, and they perform their duties successfully and to the satisfaction of their countrymen. JOCKEY - CLUB « OF VENEZUELA. Sabana Grande Race Track. SECOND MEETING TO BEGIN DECEMBER 6, 1896. H- | PPO D RO M twenty-five minutes distant from Caracas by carriage or five minutes by train. Sixteen days horse races. Bolivares 85,000 in prizes, not including the sweepstakes. Bolivares 52,000 for pure sang horses, Jockey Club Prize... coor vesnsvnrs fone sinners ides os Sums sot us spants fics satinees Bolivares 8,000 Miranda's PiiZe.............e..enoo o is Sih insti emanan uN: ger i 5,000 Merclhiants” PriZe......:..........e...Ñ.de-erv.sc.eroeroeeenoracene oe cáncer er ae 4 4,000 Bolivares 33,000 for native horses. Caracas PiÑze,...e.... e ..:. een... ne a en Bolivares 5,000 ete., Eete:, etc. GENERAL JOAQUIN CRESPO, President ad honorem. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. GUSTAVO J. SANARRIA, President. FRANCISCO J. SUCRE, Vice-President. FREDERICO ALCALA, Treasurer. STEW ARTS. OCTAVUS ESCOBAR VARGAS, LUCAS RAMELUA. JOHN BOULTON, FELIPE TOLEDO, ARTURO MICHELENA, EMILIO PEREZ VELA. SUB-COMMITTEE. JOAQUIN MINEZ MENESES, EDUARDO PEYER, 1 TULIO PEREZ GARCIA, CHARLES ROHL, MARTIN A TOVAR, EMILIO SOSA, LUIS USTARIZ, MEGUEL ELLUL. M. DE VALERY, Secretary. EMPRESA MODERNA, EAST 4, NOS. 3 AND 5, CARACAS. THE FINEST PRINTING OFFICE IN THE CITY. PHOTO-ENGRAVING, STEREOTYPING, Envelope Manufacturing, Bookbinding. Play Cards Manufacturing, Rubber Stamps, Fac-similes, Monograms, etc., All Kinds of Metal Checks, Card Plates, All Kinds of Writing Paper, Stationery, etc., etc, etc. JUAN F. HERNANDEZ & CO. mm ..THE.. LA GUAIRA AND CARACAS RAILWAY HARRY J. ALMOND, General Manager. ARANA Passenger Trains Leave LA GUAIRA and a CARACAS 2 8.30 A.M, 3.00 P. M. PASSENGER'S FARE. First-class, with 50 ks. luggage - - bolivares, 12.50 Second-class, with 25 ks. luggage - - “ 8.00 First-class, return with 50 ks. luggage - “ 18.00 Second-class, return with 25 Es. luggage - “ 12.00 RETURN TICKETS are available from Saturday, 8.30 A. M., to Monday, 3 P. M. FOR FAMILIES AND INVALIDS WITH 25 PER CENT. REBATE ON S COACHES ARE PROVIDED THE FULL NUMBER OF SEATS. GOODS, TARIFF, La Guaira to Caracas, - - - bolívares, 0.04 per kilo. Caracas to La Guaira, - - “ d03. “ Caracas, October, 189%. 81 CAFE CARACAS. Opposite the GRAN HOTEL. THE BEST BAR-ROOM OF THE CITY, NICELY AND RICHLY FURNISHED, fm CENTRALLY LOCATED, PROMPT ATTENDANCE. All Kinds of Mixed Drinks. FOREIGNERS WILL FIND THIS PLACE AGREEABLE AS TO THE KIND AND QUALITY OF LIQUORS. Several Foreign Languages Spoken. IT IS THE RENDEZVOUS OF THE FASHIONABLE PEOPLE OF CARACAS. 82 HAMBURG-AMERICAN esr ixpres | ~L| N Eo SPANISH MAIN The steamers of the HAMBURG-AMERICAN LINE are the largest vessels BY Te SORE a COLUMBIA Capt. H. VoGELGESANG. of the German Merchant Marine, and hold the record for fastest time be- ? tween New York and the European Continent. From NEW YORK, February 11, 1897, at 11 A. M. (The Company reserves the right to change this itinerary if circumstances render it necessary.) | ARRIVAL | Stay, About, FROM NEW YORK TO MILES. ABOUT ois. PORT AU PRINCE: (Hoy) ..... ..............orrerenre: Oo: aire | “1350. | Feb, 15 10 ST. DOMINGO CITY (Domingo)............. ... ................... | 450 EN 23 ST. THOMAS....:......e......r.ed.....0. e A aa de unas 315 “19 IO BASSETERRE (Guadcloupe)............ E A ar a | 238. | “ 20 17 ST. PIERRE (MWartimgue) «<=... => EE | 090: |. gy 29 BRIDGETOWN (7ZDarbndosy.. .................. -..... e A 175 e 23 12 PORT OF SPAIN ( Trinmad)......... —... . .... :ecomenio ne. e e 20 | “ 52 LA GUAYRA or Stay (Venemiela) .... ........... aos ras 1... 309 uy 25 PUERTO CABELLO ( 70 “E 8 23 KINGSTON (Jomaicas......................... —..... A e 700 Mar. 3 50 HAVANA. (Quia)......0!.e-e-.ea...e reco. smdoe ere: e aan 750 gi 48 *PALM BEACH (Florida) or ) : : 6 *OLD POINT COMFORT 7-7: 10000 Ae ee NEW YOREK............., e—e cnn enviar. e dame ea Ae 1,210 “a a rs *The landing at either Palm Beach (Florida) or old Point Comfort will depend on : the condition of the weather at Palm Beach. If the landing cannot be effected there, 5,885 Duration, 30 days. the steamer will proceed to Old Point Comfort. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION APPLY TO THE MERI 37 BROADWAY, NEW YORK. H AM BU RG- “AR TE CAN u NE. and Caracas. CESAR MULLER, COR. LA SALLE AND RANDOLPH STREETS, CHICAGO. AGENTS. Agent at Puerto Cabello, CHR. TAMS, 83 ROYAL MAIL STEAM PACKET G0. The Quickest Route Between EUROPE, THE WEST INDIES, SOUTH AND CENTRAL AMERICA, by which Agreeable Tours may be Made. THE DIFFERENT ROUTES ARE PERFORMED AS FOLLOWS: The Company’s Transatlantic Mail Steamers are dispatched from Southampton for the West Indies every alternate Wednesday, all going direct to Barbados, whence Branch Steamers proceed, as under : One every two weeks from Barbados to Demerara direct. *One every two weeks from Barbados to St. Vincent, Grenada, Trinidad and Tobago, extending her voyage once every four weeks to La Guayra. One every two weeks from Barbados to St. Lucia, Martinique, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Montserrat, Antigua, Nevis, St. Kitts and St. Thomas. The Transatlantic Mail Steamers proceed from Barbados to Jacmel, Jamaica and Colon; going on thence, once in four weeks, to Savanilla and Carthagena, and once in four weeks to Limon. The homeward routes are the same as outward, except that the Transatlantic Mail Steamers return to Plymouth, thence proceeding to Cherbourg and Southampton. Other Steamers of the Company also proceed to the West Indies, Trinidad, Grenada, La Guayra, Jamaica, Savanilla, Carthagena, Colon, Limon and Grey Town. Transatlantic Steamers. ATRATO, - - - 5,366 Tons. ORINOCO, = - = 4858] = DON. - - - - 2098 "* PARA, mis e - - 4028 * MEDWAY, - 5 = 3.730 © HEAD OFFICE: LONDON, 18 Moorgate Street. Branch Steamers. EDEN, - - - = 2.145 Tons. ESK, - - - - 2.145. + SOLENT, - - = 1,908. * These Steamers are specially built for the pas- senger traffic. Agent for Caracas and La Guayra, DAVID T. PARDO. * The Steamer of this route, calling at La Guayra, will allow tonrists a stay of three days in Venezuela, and ¿ives time for a visit to Caracas, the capital. 84 TRASHING MACHINE. Patented. TT advantages of this TRASHING MACHINE have been acknowl- CARREÑO'S edged by all coffee agriculturers who have seen it work. The apparatus is a very simple one, strong and durable. It is not liable to get out of order on account of the solidity of its construction. The machine airs the coffee at the same time of trashing it without using a blower, and in the short space of Zwo minutes it delivers the coffee (with or without pulp) perfectly clean and bright, not breaking a single gran. The largest size, No. 3, requiring from two to two-and-a-half horse-power and occupying a space of one-and-a-half square meters, works 150 gg. per day, that is 1,500 lbs. of coffee per hour. No. 1, one horse-power, 400 lbs. of coffee per hour. No. 2, one-and-a-half horse-power, 800 lbs. of coffee per hour. hes For other information, or for transactions on a large scale, apply to its inventor, J. B. CARRENO, East 2, No 171, CARACAS. 85 “ESTRELLA ROJA DEL ORINOCO. Venezuelan Steam Navigation Gompany. STEAMBOATS: “APURE,” “CUANARE,” “NUTRIAS,” “SOCORRO,” and “ MASPARRO.” The steamboats of this Company leave Ciudad Bolivar, where they connect with the steamer “ Bolivar,” from Trinidad, every fourteen days, in combination with the Zoya/ Mail at Port of Spain. The steamboats run as follows: “ Orinoco” River, as far as Atures; River “ Meta)” as far as near Barrigén, and also navigate the rivers “Portuguesa? “ Masparro? “ Guanare” and “ Cojedes” BOARD OF DIRECTORS: DR. JOSÉ DE J. GABALDÓN, President. FEDERICO VICENTINI, Vice-President. ANDROFACIO SERRANO, Secretary and Treasurer. ALEJANDRO MANTILLA, - - E s = Agent at Ciudad Bolivar. 86 11 ; y AV A ADD ie LOTO a = > EA A e E Compaña ...s A se e daa Cenera LS Venezuelan & ry. r 3 i : . 1 - 7 % 2 Navigation s% de eE uu R Company. % enezdlarna de, 20 NG yv 4 % e 4 e eee oe oe ade oe 8. NE Io edo de be ce de de 8 UAAAAEANENTE a \/ a e a () | (O | 8 a DWBA WN 7 + (f ’) Steamship Manzanares so Tons. Leaves LA GUAIRA, fortnightly for Connection at Port of Spain with GUANTA, CUMANA, CARUPANO, the Steamer “Bolivar” for Ciudad PORLAMAR and TRINIDAD. Bolivar and the Orinoco River. Trips to Ciudad Bolivar and the Orinoco can be made DIRECT from England and the United States to TRINIDAD, without touching at La Guaira. MONnTAUBAN, AUGE é CO., Agents at La Guaira. 87 A MERIC AN Telephone Call---New 723. S EVERAL EUROPE AN | LANGUAGES PLANS. SPOKEN. HOTEL lanzar FERDINAND Proprietor. Mercaderes a Gorda, No. 20, — Under the new organization C AR AC AS. this Hotel offers to the public comfortable rooms and first-class i HOT AND COLD BATHS. The building is central, cool MAGNIFICENT CUISINE. and spacious. MODERATE RATES. 88 Puerto - Cabello = and - Valencia Railway. TIVIE TABLE. Up trains leave Port 8.00 A.M. and 3.00 P.M. Arrive Valencia 10.30 A.M. and 5.30 P.M. Down trains leave Valencia 8.30 A.M. and 3.30 P.M. Arrive Port 11.00 A.M. and 6.00 P.M. FARES. First Class, Bolivares 13.25 ($2.65) Second Class, Bolivares 10.30 ($2.06) 25 Kilos baggage allowed free for each ticket. Charge for extra baggage, Bolivares 0.10 ($0.02) Freight rate, either way, per 1,000 Kilos, Bolivares 50.00 ($10.00) STATION AT “Las Trincheras,” Hot Springs. PE — WM. ARCH SMITH, General Manager, 89 W. B. REID. M. RUIZ. M. RUIZ & CO. : anufacturers’ American... Agents IMPORTERS and EXPORTERS. SOUTH 1, NUMBER 37, TRAPOSOS A COLON. 1 b Telephone Calls, TQ Number 2840: P. O. Box, Number 423. Cable Address, A. B. C. CODE USED. “ RUIZ-CARACAS.” Information _cf All Kinds Promptly Furnished. EMRESA — GUTTENBERG..... ene Printing Envelope and Blank Book Manufacturer, §'ationery. Telephone Number: jou 358. Ruiz HERMANOS, Sociedad a Traposos, .No. 2, ==... -CARACAS. All Kinds of Writing Paper, Menus, Cards, etc “etc., etc. oh Banco Caracas, COMPANIA ANÓNIMA. CAPI CAPITAL, Bs. 6,000,000 Reserve Funds Bs. 345,928.06. ESTABLISHED 1890. Discounts, Account Currents, Deposits, Drafts, Checks, and Cable Transfers, Collection of Drafts, Bills and Coupons, Letters of Credit, Securities Bought and Sold on Commission. SAFE DEPOSIT VAULTS. La India — FULLIE & CO. esa CHOCOLATE FACTORY. ' Richly Decorated Parlors for Ladies. | The Best Bar-room of the City. MIXX BPD DERIO. GRADILLAS A SOCIEDAD NOS. 2 Y 4, CARACAS, G0 La Nueva Americana, New York Bar. SHIRT STORE. Near Bank of Venezuela, = CARACAS. Caracas, - Venezuela. 5 : Pasting hy Capto!? Mate: 9: AMERICAN Mixep DRINKS Old Telephone No. 144. Novelties every month. Our style in cutting leaves The only salcon in Caracas Where real American nothing to be desired. Orders fulfilled carefully. | Mixed Drinks and Cocktails are served. y FERNÁNDEZ $00. ....EVERYTHING ICED.... ( Ta Union Candy Store. enn ANONIMA. VIUDA DE CALABRIA. Tranvias Bolivar CAPITAL, B 400,000. FOUNDED 1875, Tourists will find in this house everything of “ : ; Ne good taste. Cable Address: — Tranviaboliv, Caracas. 7 : , de Y e Spacious and elegant parlors for ladies and TR gentlemen. A B € Code used. & Ice-creams, selected liquors, cigars and cigar- : ettes of the best kind. The tramways of this Company connect with all Railway Stations. : DIRECT IMPORTATION. Ere e i i Oeste 4 No. 8. (Sociedad á Traposos.) F. A- PEREZ, Manager. gl Guillermo Schamper™~ Aime [lerck, .» & Co. Established 1891. FRENCH BARBER AND HAIRDRESSER Fancy and Dry Goods Calle del Comercio. Mercaderes to La Bolsa, 52, Near the GRAND HOTEL. ENGLISH SPOKEN. => ORE... All Kinds of Hats, Gentlemen's Goods, BA RBER SHO P , Perfumery, etc., etc., elc. PAJARITO TO COMEJO, No. 5. 44 Calle Del Comercio 44 | Opposite the GRAND HOTEL AMERICANO. CARACAS. 'DORESTE 8 AVELLANEDA. 4 HOTEL... == BOARDING | ee “Los Andes.” » = HMOUSE - LZ eras ZI A ESTABLISHED i380. | | WEST 4, No. 30, PEDRERA TO MARCOS PARRA, | CARACAS. Central Location. Fine Accommodation. Moderate Rates. Good Cuisine. CA RACA SS, Telephone, Baths, etc. Rooms Nicely Furnished. Fine Cooking. Te Baths, Telephones, etc., etc. CENTRAL LOCATION. . MODERATE RATES. WILLIAM CROES, = Proprietor. 92 —[]]]] “Agencia Urbana | 2 yy 1887. de [Repartos.” This is the name of a MESSENGER’S SERVICE OFFICE, fa [ Gl . )) ( the sole of its kind in the city. mM S E h Moderate Rat a ACIETE, essengers ent verywhere. 0s erate a es. D. CALIMAN, Probrietor. Letters Distributed. Quick Service. The Best Advertising Agency. LA GUAIRA, By th V. MORENO & CO., Amd Aa he The Coolest Saloon in Town. Oeste 6. No. N7, : Re Caracas. Raftway Station, MIXED DRINKS. ww COCKTAILS. CALL BY TELEPHONE FROM ANY HOTEL. ICE CREAT. y > HOTEL + BOLIVAR, MONTAUBÁN, AUGÉ 8 Co., Pedrera to Gorda, No. 64, «mtm LA GUAIRÁ. CARACAS. I — Importers — Transient Passengers - - $1.20 Per Day. p , He Permanent Boarders - $28.00 Per Month. Exporters SEVERAL LANGUAGES SPOKEN. and Commission Comfortable Rooms. First-class Attendance. | Baths. Telephones, Etc., Etc. Merchants. . ! Agency of the GENERAL VENEZUELAN PEDRO RODRIGUEZ, Proprietor. NAVIGATION COMPANY. 93 f I EXPRESS RAPIDO | Bites. DE TRANSPORTE. Express. The sole enterprise of its kind receiving and delivering baggage at your door. me Cheapest ws ms | —Hellable. | Agencies at | PUERTO CABELLO, LA GUAIRA and all other ports of the Republic. | : | PRINCIPAL OFFICE IN ELIAS SORIANO M, | CARACAS. | | Proprietor. THE VENEZUELAN HERALD.” The only English Newspaper Published in the Republic. An organ devoted to the welfare of Venezuela and her people, and to the development of her mineral and agricultural resources. Published weekly by THE VENEZUELAN HERALD CO. Subscription per year, $4.00. P. O. Box 138. CARACAS. ..... 94 LA MANO ABIERTA, VALENCIA, VENEZUELA. Importing and Commission House. Varied Assortment of Fine Goods. WE ACCEPT THE AGENCIES OF FOREIGN MANUFACTURES OF MACHINERY, BICYCLES, ETC. Cabrera & Co. e Granadin, e > IMPORTING "a No and Z COMMISSION - MERCHANTS. PROVISIONS and PRODUCTS of the COUNTRY. VALENCIA, VENEZUELA. CENERAL CRESPO'S TRON GUARD. VIEW OF CARACAS. A y Y E BIRDS-E The City of Caracas. The capital of the United States of Venezuela, the Sultana of the Avila or The CARACAS. Gentile, as it has been named by the poets, was founded in 1567 by the Spanish Cap- tain Diego de Lozada. It is situated in a beautiful and fertile valley surrounded by mountains at the foot of the Avila—which is 2,782 metres above the level of the sea—where the climate is so delightful and salubrious that the vegetation is wonderfully rich in all kinds of plants and flowers. The extension of the city is 4,272,000 square metres. Its highest altitude (Alcabala de la Pastora), is 1,043 metres and 880 its lowest (7ron Bridge) ; the centre (Plaza Bolivar) is 920 metres above the level of the sea. The population of CARACAS, according to the census of 1891, was 80,000 inhabitants. It is now estimated at g0,000. CARACAS claims the glory of having first had the idea of the South American Independence and of having been afterward the scene of great events in National politics. The Liberator Simon Bolivar was born in this city, as well as many other illustrious citizens, whether in the military, scientific, or literary careers; and CARACAS has had the honor to be visited by renowned representatives of human sapientia, from Alexander Humbolt to Ferdinand de Lesseps. The city is lighted both with electricity and gas; its telephone wires connect not only all the buildings and private homes, but also with Za Guaira, Valencia, and about fifty important towns of the interior. There are about 12,000 buildings in the city; instead of the old, gloomy Spanish structures and streets, the excursionist finds spacious avenues, shaded by tropical trees, and elegant buildings of modern architecture. Private homes, although of modest exterior, are beautiful and comfortable in the interior, containing spacious courts and gardens whose existence would be unsuspected by the stranger. The city, as a whole, is a perfect paradise. A distinguished North American writer called Caracas 77e Paris of South America. The valley of CARACAS is traversed by the Guaire river, and its affluent the Anawco. There are forty bridges in the city outside of an iron viaduct connecting both sides of the Calvary, above the Avenida Oeste, the principal thoroughfare from La Guaira and Valencia railway stations. 34 SOUTH VIEW OF CAPITOL. Photo by Salas. Socially speaking, CARACAS stands very high. The culture of its inhabitants, who are always gallant and kind to foreigners, make of this city a desirable place to visit; and, above all, the ladies of CARACAS, famous for their beauty and intelligence as well as for their elegance and modesty, are the true ornaments of this city so favored with natural charms. The La Guaira and Caracas railway station and that of the German Road to Valencia are situated together in the northwestern part of the city. The two spacious structures are made of iron. A pretty little garden embellishes the yard where the trains stop. The Central railway station to Petare is situated in the eastern end of the Avenida Este. The £/ Valle railway station to £E/ Valle is situated south of the city after crossing the new bridge on £/ Guaire river, and is reached through South Seventh street. This railway was recently opened to traffic and has a branch to the Cemetery. Passengers will find carriages at all the stations; the fare to any hotel of the city is 80 cents, baggage included. THE RAILWAY STATIONS. HOTELS. There are several hotels in the city. The first-class hotels are: Gran Hotel. Calle del Comercio, Sur 4, No. 50, near the Federal Palace. Hotel Klindt. Avenida Este, No. 37, on one of the principal thoroughfares of the city. Gran Hotel Venezuela. Plaza Bolivar, near the Cathedral and Post Office. Hotel Saint Amand. Eastern Boulevard of the Federal Palace. Hotel Americano. Sur 2, corner of Pajaritos, near the Federal Palace. English is spoken in all of the above hotels; their prices per day, on the American plan, vary from $2.00 to $5.00 according to location and character of rooms. Other hotels are : Hotel Leon de Oro. Suri, No. 23. Hotel Paris. Oeste 4, Nos. 11 and 13. Holel Los Andes. Oeste 4, No. 30. Hotel Bolivar. Oeste 6, No. 18. Hotel France. este 4, No. 16. The price in these hotels is from $1.00 per day and upward. 36 INTERIOR PATIO OF THE HOTEI, KLINDT, CARACAS. RESTAURANTS. There are about 100 restaurants throughout the city. Some of the principal ones are: Santos (Bl Louvre). Sur 2, No. 11. Copola. Sur 4, No. 30. Zl Niagara, Este 4, No. 23. Restaurante Español. Oeste 1, No. 9. Restaurante del Comercio. Este 2. The principal streets of Caracas are traversed by horse cars, running throughout the MODES OF city and reaching all the stations, churches, places of amusement, etc. The fare is 5 CONVEYANCE. : cents. Before the end of the present year Caracas will have street cars of the trolley system. The Race-track is reached by the Central railway. The fare, excursion ticket, is $1.60 including a seat in the stand. The Cemetery ( Tierra Jugo) is reached by the El Valle railway. Fare, 10 cents each way. Regular carriages may be hired at 80 cents per hour, or $1.00 on Sundays and feast days. A “course” within the city costs 30 cents and 40 cents, respectively. Stylish carriages (coches de lujo) cost $2.00 per hour or $8.00 for an afternoon drive. Passengers are advised to make arrangements in advance or to order the carriages through the hotel office. THEATRES. There are two theatres in the city. ‘The Municipal is a large and comfortable building, situated two blocks south of the Federal Palace. It was erected in 1881, and stands in front of a pretty little square surrounded by gardens. The statue of General José Tadeo Monagas, ex-Presi- dent of Venezuela, can be seen in the centre of the square. The outside appearance of the building is elegant and attractive. Its interior is beautifully decorated and its spacious social hall is richly furnished. The theatre is lighted with electricity and has all the modern conveniences. It is only used for Grand Opera Com- panies which are subsidized every season by the government. The theatre has a capacity for accommodating about 2,000 people. The Caracas Theatre is the oldest of the city. It has a large capacity and its interior is nicely decorated. It stands one block and a half northeast of the Plaza Bolivar and is used for comic opera and drama. 38 [La THE MUNICIPAL GRAND OPERA HOUSE. The Bull-fight Ring or Circo de Toros is a handsome structure made of iron, two blocks from the Municipal Theatre. The bull-fights being a popular amusement, a visit is recommended when a ‘‘corrida’’ is going on. The stranger will admire the toreros art, their picturesque costumes and the enthusiasm of the spectators. Night performances are a novel feature of the “Circo Metropolitano.” OTHER PLACES OF AMUSEMENT. The Base Ball Grounds are on a pretty valley by the Petare railway station. There is a spacious stand, and public games take place on Sunday afternoons. This sport is growing quite popular in Caracas, where there is a regular base ball club whose members are society young gentlemen. The Cricket Grounds are close by the base ball grounds. The English game has its admirers among the Venezuelans, and at special matches the stranger will find a group of Caracas ladies as spectators in the picturesque kiosko built for the purpose. The Race-track was recently inaugurated by the ‘‘ Caracas Jockey Club,” composed of gentlemen of the best society. The track is situated about two miles east of the city in a beautiful valley called Sabana Grande. There is a handsome iron stand and everything is conveniently arranged. At present there is a craze in Caracas for the horse races, and the stranger will enjoy a visit to the track which is the present rendezvous of the sports- men. It can be said that the Jockey Club will meet with great success, as the sport has been enthusiastically welcomed in Caracas. Plaza Bolivar. 1t is hard to find anywhere a prettier spot than this Plaza, which is situated in the heart of the city. The square is surrounded by an artistic iron railing, and has four brass fountains. The pavement is covered with mosaic. An attractive combination of tropical plants and flowers form the gardens. In the centre and upon a handsome granite pedestal is the equestrian statue of the Ziberator Simon Bolivar, which is considered as one of the best works of art of its kind. This Plaza is the rendezvous of the Caracas Society on Thursday and Sunday evenings, when a military band gives public concerts. The square is lighted both with electricity and gas. Washingion Square, opposite the church of Santa Teresa, presents a picturesque view with its gardens and large trees. In the centre stands the statue of Geo7ge Washington, the Liberator and Founder of the Great North American Republic. Grand festivals have lately taken- place in this Plaza, especially after the noble conduct of the American Government regarding the Boundary Question, and the statue’s pedestal is almost constantly covered with fresh flowers as a token of gratitude toward the American people. PRINCIPAL SQUARES. 40 TERA o THE Y UNIVERSITY PLAZA BOLIVAR, CARACAS. The Pantheon Square, at the northern part of the city, is very large, and its appearance is most agreeable. This square has the honor of exhibiting the statue of General Miranda, the Martyr of the Independence, hav- ing died in the Spanish prisons of Centa, after a wonderful career, for the cause of Liberty, his name being known all over the world and remembered with admiration. The Park of Carabobo, or commonly known as the Plaza de la Misericordia, is situated in the western part of the city. Tropical plants and gardens may be admired in this park, which is destined to be one of the most frequented places in Caracas. The April Square or Capachinos, is in the southwestern part of the city and has the shape of a triangle. Its trees and gardens are very pretty, and there is a statue of General Zamora, one of the founders of the Federa- tion. The Altagracia Park, by the church of this name, is another attractive square with gardens, and the statue of Marshal Falcon is erected there. Other Gardens and Public Squares are scattered over the city, such as the Candelaria, Pastora, La Merced, and the Ricaurte and Girardot, the latter having an artistic group in marble of the two Columbian heroes of the Independence who give their names to it. THE CALVARY or the Paseo de la Independencia, is one of the most delightful places in Caracas. Right : opposite the La Guaira railway station there is a beautiful hill commanding several views of the city. Besides the foliage of its natural vegetation there are gardens all over it. The hill is acces- sible through several roads, and carriages can go everywhere within the Park. I ooking West and at the top of the Escalinata, stands the statue of Columbus. Going up farther, and through beds of fragrant flowers, the visitor reaches the centre, where there is a fine statue of Bo/ivar upon a pedestal of artificial stone made in the country. From this statue onward there is an attractive promenade paved with cement and shaded by large trees. Itis hard to find a grander combination of tropical vegetation and scenery than the Calvary’s; from a tiny bamboo forest to a garden, and from a promenade to a passage, the stranger has a chance to admire every spot in this Park. At the end of the promenade there are the distributing reservoirs of Caracas, the water coming through iron pipes from Macarao, twenty kilometres distant. The Calvary contains fountains, a menagerie and a bird’s house with several varieties of tropical birds. “There are three restaurants, and at the west entrance, near the Zscali- nata, there stands the magnificent Arch of Federation, recently inaugurated by General Crespo. The Park is quite extensive and is crossed by two tunnels, viz. : the German Railway's, which is 285 metres long, and another one connecting the West side with the street facing the Escalinata. 42 2 A STATUE OF BOLIVAR. At the highest point southwest of the Park (1,046 metres above the level of the sea) stands the Observatory, where meteorological observations are regularly made. North of this building are the grounds where the Gov- ernment will erect the barracks of the city in order to eliminate those now existing in its centre. south of the city, is a frequented place on account of its surroundings. The bridge is on the Guaire river, and the valley, cultivated with all kinds of cereals and showing the luxuriant vegetation of the soil, presents a beautiful sight. After crossing the bridge there are several restaurants, a carroussel, the pretty coffee plantation called “ Mi Rancho,” and the pic- turesque railway station to “ El Valle.” An afternoon drive to this part of the city is recommended to excur- sionists. The AVENIDA DEL PARAISO extends from the Iron Bridge along the banks of the Guaire river. The Avenue is comparatively new, and picturesque quintas are being constructed. The “ Paraiso” will be one of the nicest paseos in Caracas. THE IRON BRIDGE, ; Every corner in Caracas has a name after the old Spanish fashion. But the classifica- er tion of the streets is easier to understand, as follows : The northeastern corner of the ’ Plaza Bolivar, called Esquina de la Torre, is the centre of the city wherefrom the four avenues start which are known as North, South, East and West, dividing the streets. They are all numbered, the avenues running north and south, and the streets east and west. - The streets are well paved and have plenty of light because the buildings are not very high for fear of the earthquakes which have destroyed and damaged the city before. In 1812 Caracas was entirely destroyed and about 12,000 people perished. The principal streets are : The Capitol Boulevards, surrounding the Capitol and Federal Palace. They are very spacious and have several rows of trees. These boulevards are very lively on account of their situation near the Plaza Bolivar and their proximity to the principal commercial thoroughfares. The Kast avenue or Candelaria extends from the Torre as far as below the Central railway station, and is the popular street for driving. The North avenue starts from the Torre and runs as far as the Pantheon and the Hospital Vargas. The West Second street runs from the southwest corner of the Plaza Bolivar, and passing the Capitol ex- tends as far as the German and English railway stations, and is one of the busiest thoroughfares of Caracas. 44 4 i E 1 3 THE IRON BRIDGE. The Boulevard Zamora is the street passing the April Square, west of the city, extending as far as the Palo Grande station of the German railway, where the carriage road for Antimano begins. South Fifth avenue runs south from Candelaria to the Iron Bridge, and is frequented in the afternoon, a good number of carriages going through it on their way to the popular resort. THE FEDERAL PAL- These two buildings, occupying a whole square, are the most important modern structures ACE AND CAPITOL. of Caracas. Together, as they are, their extension is 100 metres x 113. The Federal Palace, facing north, is of the Corinthian style, and has two entrances. The principal feature of this building is its extensive central parlor called £/ Salon FEliptico, which is 47.60 m. long, by 12.80 m. wide in the centre, and 7.8 m. in the east and west corners. The pavement is made of wood mosaic, having 36 different kinds of fine native woods. The centre plafond or dome shows the battle of Carabobo, with all details; the ceiling of the eastern side shows the battle of Zoyacá, and the ceiling of the western side the battle of Junin, three of the famous battles of the Independence, all paintings being the work of the noted native artist, 70va7 y 7ovar. Along the walls there is a row of portraits of great men of the Independence ; and there are also a large picture of the Augostura Congress, one of General Miranda's on horseback, and a very pretty picture, of small size, showing the battle of Ayacucho. This parlor is sometimes used for public balls and is nicely furnished and decorated ; it is lighted with incandescent electric lights, artistically dis- tributed around its gilded ornaments. There are two rooms at each side of the Salin Eliptico, one the sitting place of the Government's Council, and the other used for Cabinet Meetings. The eastern wing of the building has the offices of the High Federal Court on the top floor, and the Ministry of War and Marine on the ground floor. The western side is wholly occupied by the Ministry of the Interior. The Capito! stands south of the Federal Palace and it faces the University. This is an imposing building of the Doric style, which contains the halls of the Chamber of Deputies, and that of the Senate. The lower floor of the eastern wing of the building is occupied by the Ministry of Public Instruction, and the upper one by the Military Council, while the Western wing is the sitting place of the Court of Appeals, and the ground floor is used for the Archives. The interior court or patio, between the Federal Palace and the Capitol, is very large, and has a handsome brass fountain in the centre, surrounded by gardens. Connecting the two buildings there are two elegant arches, at the east and west sides, which are the entrances to the court. 46 LSAT ETE PATIO OF THE CAPITOL. THE YOLLOW HOUSE, a aa cu. 0 the Pon ba is the official residence of the Presi- OR CASA AMARILLA, ; present only used for meetings of the Executive Cabinet and for Diplomatic receptions. The principal features of this building are its three beautiful parlors, their furniture, and having the colors of the Venezuelan flag. The yellow parlor is the centre one and the largest, it contains the portraits of Dr. J. M. Várgas, Dr. A. Navarte, D. B. Urbaneja, and S. Michelena. The blue parlor at the corner has the portraits of General Crespo, Zamora, Gil, Dr. Urrutia, J. C. Falcon, and E. Rendón. The scarlet parlor, south of the yellow one, has the portraits of Dr. A. Quintero, M. Tovar, and M. F. de Tovar. The furniture and tapestry are very rich and the parlors contain large mirrors, chandeliers, etc. Before the War of Independence this building was the city residence of the Spanish Captain-General. Of course it has been reconstructed afterward with all modern conveniences, so that it makes a fine and comfortable mansion. THE UNIVERSITY is an extensive Spanish building, having a beautiful facade of the Gothic style, and stands opposite the Capitol. Its interior courts are quite spacious and contain the statues of Dr. Vargas, ex-President of Venezuela, and Cagigal, who first made mathematics known in this country. At the southern end of the building there is a garden and one statue of Bolivar, presented to the city during the centennial of 1883, by the merchants. At the upper story, front, there is a very large hall, richly furnished and decorated, which is being used for the students to be graduated. There is also a good library. stands close by the University. It is a pretty structure of the Doric style, which was erected in 1833 for the National Exhibition held to commemorate the centenary of Simon Bolivar. In the centre court there are two Spanish guns, one of which was manufactured as far back as 1623, under the reign of Philip 1V ; the gun weighs 80,594 pounds, and has several inscriptions. The other one was made in 1687. At present the Exhibition Building is the headquarters of the Academy of the Language and the Academy of History, and also contains the Bolivar Museum. THE EXHIBITION BUILDING TAE AGRICULTURAL An extensive and beautiful building standing on Avenida del Paraiso was recently AND INDUSTRIAL finished for the purpose of an Agricultural and Industrial Exhibition, which was opened EXHIBITION. in July on the occasion of the Apotheosis of the famous Miranda, and was attended by thousands of people. 48 E E UNIVERSITY OF CARACAS. Photo by V. Amato. consists of two departments. The first one is called Salon Bo’zvar and is located at the northwestern angle of the Exhibition Building ; it contains a number of objects which either belong to the Liberator or shave more or less reference to his person, as, for instance, some of his wearing apparel, gold and silver medals, condecorations, and other valuable gifts presented to him. Among these we may mention the following: A precious relic with a miniature portrait of Wash- ington, beautifully done by Stewart after Field's great painting, Z/ Sol del Perú, in the shape of the sun, wholly set with diamonds, which was presented to Bolivar by the grateful Peruvians in 1825; the sword also presented to him in the city of Zima, the handle of which is of massive gold, containing 1,430 diamonds, and which is of surprising artistic merit; a gold-embroidered saddle cloth, which was, likewise, a present of the Peruvians. There is also the coffin in which Bolivar’s remains were brought from Santa Marta to Caracas. The Salon Bolivar furthermore contains relics of General Miranda and of General Páez ; a few historical flags and two old gonfalons of the city of Caracas, such as were used in the last century. The second department of the NATIONAL MUSEUM occupies several halls, fitted for the purpose, in the University, where the office of the Director is found. It contains several collections of zoological, botanical and mineralogical specimens and a number of ethnological objects from Venezuela and other countries. Among other curiosities we may mention: The coat of arms of Charles V, which in 1527 was over the door of the Municipal building in Nueva Cadiz ; a picture of Caracas before the earthquake of 1812; the fork and knife of Emperor Maximilian; an Indian head (war trophy) of the Zanzas of Ecuador ; the necklace of a Peruvian Cacique, etc. The MUSEUM is open to the public on Sundays from 9 to 11 o’clock A. M., and on Thursdays from g to 11 A. M., and from 2 to 4 o'clock p. Mm. Visitors are requested to call at the Director's office, where the janitor will give any further information. THE NATIONAL MUSEUM is a very large building at the southwestern corner of the Plaza Bolivar. It is the official residence of the Governor of the Federal District, ard where all the city courts and all other employ és of the District have their offices. On the ground floor, facing the Plaza, are the Police Headquarters. At the west side of the building is the hall of the Municipal Council; it is elegantly furnished and is also the place where civil marriages are performed, and contains a large painting showing the signing of the Act of Independence, by Zvvar y Zovar. ‘There are also, in this hall, the portraits of Bolivar, General Crespo, General Monagas, Juan Lovera and Coatés Madariaga. The standard of Pizarro, carried by the Spanish THE CITY HALL 50 Photo by Salas, NATIONAL PANTHEON, CARACAS. conqueror in his triumphal entry into Cuzco, Peru, in 1533, is also exhibited here; this standard was pre- sented to General Sucre, after the famous battle of Ayacucho, and he presented the same to Bolivar. is at present on North avenue, two blocks above the Flaza Bolivar. It was founded in 1875. A new building, close to the University, is being erected for this Library. There are about 50,000 volumes, some of which are very old and interesting, as for instance, the ‘‘ Parallel Lives of Plutarch,” printed July, 1491. The Library is open to the public every day, except sundays, from 8 to 11 o'clock A. M., from 2 to 5, and from 8 to 10 o'clock p. M. All the Venezueion newspapers and a good many foreign ones can be read here. THE NATIONAL LIBRARY is situated in the northwestern corner of the Plaza Bolivar. ‘This building not having THE POST-OFFICE been erected for the purpose, nothing special may be mentioned about it. A new structure will soon be built with all modern conveniences. A large board can be seen in the public office showing the closing of mails. All sailings and arrivals are also advertised daily in the local newspapers. Outside of the Ministries already mentioned, in the Federal Palace and Capitol, there MINISTRIES. are four more public buildings, as follows : Ministerio de Hacienda (Finance), which is a comfortable and large building on North Fourth avenue close to ‘‘ Altagracia” Church; Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores (Foreign Affairs), near the Yellow House or “ Casa Amarilla ;” Ministerio de Fomento (Public Advancement), stands one block north of the Federal Palace; and, finally, the Ministerio de Obras Publicas (Public Works), is situated in North Second avenue, half block from the Plaza Bolivar. The lower floor of this building is occupied by the Central Telegraph Offices. was formerly a Catholic church; on January 27th, 1877, it was founded for the burial of distinguished dead. It has three aisles, at the end of the centre one is the magnificent marble monument, under which rest the remains of the Liberator, Simon Bolivar, brought from Santa Marta (Columbia), where he died. This impressive monument was designed by the celebrated sculptor 7enerani. It has the statue of the hero in the centre and the statues of Justice and Innocence on one side, and the Treasury in custody of a lion on the other. The inscription upon the monument is as follows: THE NATIONAL PANTHEON 52 SIMON BOLIVAR Cineres hic condit honorat grata et memor Patria 1852. At the right side of the Liberator’s monument are the remains of General O'Leary, his first Aid de-Camp, and to the left those of Colonel A. ZL. Guzman, once his Secretary, and the founder of the Liberal Party in Venezuela. At the end of the right aisle is the handsome Cenotaph, erected in memory of General Sucre, the Great Field Marshal of the battle of Ayacucho and one of the most important heroes of the Independence. A monument constructed at the end of the left aisle, in memory of General Miranda ; this was officially erected last July on the occasion of the Apotheosis of the famous martyr. Near the Sucre's Cenotaph there also rest the remains of General Paez, the well known hero of the ‘“Queseras de eumedio.”” He died in New York, and his remains were brought to Venezuela on board a U. S. Man-of-War after having received the honors tendered by the Americans. There are buried in the Pantheon about 77 Procers, Eminences and distinguished Federals. From the centre dome there hangs a magnificent chandelier of 250 lights, a gift presented by the Agricul- tural Clubs during the Centenary of Bolivar. The Pantheon is opened the following commemorative dates during the year: January 1st, April 19th, July sth, July 24th, October 28th, and December 17th. Visitors are also received every day from 8 to 10 o'clock A. M., and from 1 to 3 o’clock P. M., and there is a man in charge who willingly gives all information desired. a massive and imposing building, was erected in 1872, and is considered the best of its THE MASONIC kind in South America. The entrance is adorned with a beautiful garden, having an TEMPLE, e. “le : ; de artistic iron railing, pillars and masonic emblems. The front of the building shows - four Solomonic columns at the sides of the principal door. The interior is elegant and spacious, and contains several chambers richly furnished. Foreign masons are always welcomed to admire the Great Centre of Vene- zuelan Lodges. The temple is situated in East Third street (between /esuitas and Maturin). 53 stands at the southeastern corner of the Plaza Bolivar, and is the residence of the AE ARCNIENISCODA Archbishop of Venezuela. It is one of the old tildinos of Caracas, but its interior arrangement and comfort are in accordance with the dignity of the chief of the Catholic Church. Caracas has been an Archbishopric since 1804. Caracas has a great number of Catholic churches, among which are worth mentioning CHURCHES. the following: The Cathedral, which was originally erected in 1641, is situated in the northeastern corner of the Plaza Bolivar. Its architecture is not remarkable, but it is said, however, to be of the Tuscan style. The interior has some good decorations, but the importance of this church is owed more to its being the ecclesiastical centre of the Roman Catholics of Venezuela. The Santa Capilla, or Holy Chapel, standing one block from the Plaza Bolivar, is a pretty little church richly ornamented and having a lofty tower. Its outside appearance is remarkably attractive. Santa Teresa, at one side of Washington Square, is the finest church of Venezuela in point of architecture, and it is considered as the largest one in the country. It was erected in 1873. The interior is remarkably pretty. The paintings of the twelve apostles, and its gold and silk ornamentations, are some of the attractive features of this church. The Pastora Church is at the highest northwestern part of the city, commanding a beautiful view and in front of the Pastora Square. This is one of the finest worship buildings of Caracas, and a visit to the same is recommended. There is a fine painting to admire representing the purgatory, a work of the noted Venezuelan artist Señor Cristobal Rojas. HOSPITALS. There are three of these institutions in the city, viz. : The Hospital Vargas is situated at the upper end of North avenue, on a pretty and healthy plain. It con- tains six galleries, separated by gardens, and in its centre it has the offices, amphitheatre, drug stores, parlor, etc. ‘The court shows a marble statue of Dr. José Maria Vargas. This institution is one of the finest in South America, and is supported by the Government. It was built under the direction of the celebrated Venezuelan engineer, Muñóz Tébar. Sisters of charity are in charge of the sick, and the whole building looks bright, airy and comfortable. Visitors are received Thursdays and Sundays, in the morning. The Mospital Linares stands near the Petare railway station, on East avenue. This institution is for children, and is supported by private contributions. It is said that this building was erected as a consequence 54 MARKET SCENE, CARACAS. of a suit brought up between two rich families, the amount of the claim having been invested in such charit- able manner. Mass is celebrated at the hospital every Sunday, which is attended by most of the Caracas society, and occasionally some of the belles sing during the ceremony, much to the pleasure and merriment of the afflicted children. The Military Hospital, adjoining the city jail, is kept forthe purpose of nursing sick prisoners, and it has a - regular guard. is an institution founded in 1878, by Dr. Agustin Aveledo, a Venezuelan philantropist, soma who has been the devoted educator of more than one generation of young gentlemen. The asylum receives all orphans under twelve years of age, with no distinction as to sex, social condition, nationality or religion. These children are taken care of and receive primary education, and a feature of the institution is that fourteen girls and a boy have already been married under its auspices. The asylum owns a spacious building and is supported by public charity. Medical attendance is gratuitously given by Dr. J. M. de los Rios, and, when necessary, all the doctors of Caracas gladly render their professional services without charge. THE INSANE is a fine structure built for the purpose, and which stands at the northwestern end of ASYLUM the city upon a hill. This institution is nicely kept, and Sisters of Charity are in charge of the same. THE HOU . . 3 : , Tacto is also an institution supported by the government for invalids. There exists two commercial banks in Caracas. The Bank of Venezuela, which owns BANKS. a very pretty and spacious building, standing on east Fourth street (between Sociedad and Traposos), and the Bank of Caracas, situated on Avenue South. A new structure is being constructed for this bank. Both are private and solid institutions, having extensive business through- out Venezuela and foreign countries. These banks issue bank-notes which are payable on presentation. There are several clubs in the city. The principal one is: The Union Club, occupying CLUBS. a large building, elegantly furnished, and where receptions are given. Other clubs are: 7he German, The Italian, Agricultural, Chess, Bicycle, etc. Invitations to attend any of these clubs may be obtained through an introduction by one of its members. 56 BRACE PATIO, PRIVATE RESIDENCE, ; As stated before, there are several remarkable private buildings in Caracas, which, as a rule, are very comfortable. Undoubtedly the finest private residence of the country is the one owned by Gereral Joaquin Crespo, called “ Miraflores,” the con- struction of which is about to be completed. The palace, as it may be called, stands at the northwestern point of Caracas, commanding several views of the city. The handsome building has two entrances, and an elegant front with two towers looking south. Its prirci- pal parlor, measuring about 62x29 feet, is in the centre, and the fresco paintings, not only in that parlor but in all the rooms, are marvelously artistic. The left side has a suite of six spacious rocms and the right side the chapel and the ladies’ rooms. There is also a suite of rooms underground, and the dining room, kitchen and stables are at the northern side of the building. Gas and electric fixtures of refined taste zre found all over the house and a special K7osko has been erected which is earthquake proof. The court and corridors are spacious and the former has an artistic bronze fountain in the centre. The pavements of the rooms are made of mosaic of the richest woods of the country, and in one word, the architecture, comforts and luxury of this residence are of the best that money and good taste can procure. PRIVATE RESIDENCES. This Guide would not be complete without making special mention of the City Press, which has considerably advanced within the past few years, not only intellectually, but materially. There are several newspapers published daily, weekly, fortnightly and monthly, and there exist to-day in Caracas very large printing enterprises, using the finest machinery and all modern processes. Foreign news is published twice a day by the ‘‘ Agencia Pumar,” and within a few months all the cable news of the world will be regularly made known to the public by a new American concern. The “ Agencia Pumar” also publishes the La Guaira arrivals and sailings of the steamers. “El Cojo Ilustrado” is an illustrated newspaper, published fortnightly, and which is considered as one of the best in South America, not only for the neatness of its edition and the fineness of its engravings, but also on account of the interesting literary articles and poetry therein published by noted writers and poets. The oldest daily newspaper of Caracas is “ El Diario de Avisos,” and there are several otheis of import- ance, as “La Republica,” “El Tiempo,” “El Liberal,” “El Diario de Caracas,” “ El Pregonero,” “ El Mundo,” “El Noticiero,” “El Progreso,”” “ El Universo,” “El Reporter,” “El Resumen,” *CEl Pensader,” “La Lucha,” “El Correo de los Estados,” “La Lira,” ‘‘La Mano Roja,” “Scientia et Labor,” etc., all of which are devoted to politics, commerce, general interests, literatuie, etc. “La Religion” is devoted to Roman Catholic religion, and there are two newspapers devoted to Masonry. THE PRESS. 58 JOCKEY CLUB OF VENEZUELA—VI&W ALONG THE TRACK. here are also four foreign newspapers—one Italian, one Spanish, one in German and “The Venezuelañ Herald” in English. The “Gaceta Oficial” is the official newspaper of the Government, and there are also a Review of Public Instruction and a Bulletin of Public Works. The Bar, the Chamber of Commerce, the Pedagogic Lyceum, and the Medical Association are also repre- sented in the Press. The “Cementerio General del Sur,” or “Tierra Jugo,” as it is commonly called, was THE CEMETERY. founded over twenty years ago, and is situated about a mile and a half south of the city in a pretty valley surrounded by hills. Notwithstanding that this resting place is comparatively new, it contains beautiful monuments, among which are worth mentioning those of General Crespo, Boulton, Dr. Urbaneja, the Erazo family, Dr. José Reyes, Don Ramon de las Plazas, and others. The paths are artistically paved, and the Cemetery is a garden neatly kept. It is managed by the Government and is accessible by train and carriage. (See El Valle Railway.) 60: "TB RAR Y OF THE r UNIVERSITY GRAND STAND— JOCKEY CLUB. Vv. Vocabulary. Cuánto cobra Usted por llevar el equipage á la aduana? Cuánto paga una persona por desembarcar? Cual es el mejor hotel de la ciudad? Deseo un hotel más barato. Por cuanto me lleva el equipage al hotel? Por cuanto me lleva el equipage á la estación del fer- rocarril? Cuánto vale un pasage de primera clase? Cuánto vale un pasage de segunda clase? Tengo que pagar algo por equipage? Cuánto cobra Usted por llevar me en su coche, con el equipage, al hotel? ' Cuánto equipage tiene Usted? Tengo dos baúles y una maleta. Cuales son los precios de los cuartos, con comida en este hotel? Quiero un cuarto sin comida. Este cuarto no me gusta, situado? Tiene Usted un cuarto más barato? Me gusta este cuarto y lo tomaré Necesito un coche. tiene Usted otro mejor 62 How much will you charge for carrying my baggage to the Custom House? How much does one person pay for landing? Which is the best hotel of the city? I wish a cheaper hotel. For how much will you carry my baggage to the hotel? For how much will you carry my baggage to the rail- way station? What is the price of a first class passage? What is the price of a second-class passage? Do I have to pay anything for baggage? How much will you charge for taking me and my baggage to the hotel in your carriage? What baggage have you? I have two trunks and one valise. What are the prices of the rooms and meals in this hotel? I want a room without meals. I do not like this room, don’t you have another better located ? Do you have a cheaper room ? I like this room and I will take it. I want a carriage. Que funciones de teatro hay esta noche ? Lléveme á la ópera. Cuanto vale un asiento de patio? Hay carreras de caballos hoy ? Hay corridas de toros hoy ? Lléveme Usted al Capitolio, á la plaza Bolivar, á la — plaza Washington, al paseo del Calvario, al puente de hierro. Cuantas iglesias hay en Caracas? Cuales son las calles principales de la ciudad? Quiero ir á la estacion del ferrocarril de — Como está Usted? No muy bien. Buenas dias. Buenas tardes. Buenas noches. Acuéstese. Me voy á acostar. Siéntese Usted. Estoy bien. Adios. Como está el tiempo ? Hace calor. Hace frio. Es tarde. Es temprano. Que es eso? Estoy ocupado. Muy bien. Gracias. Suba, | What plays are given to night in the theatres? Take me to the opera. How much is an orchestra seat ? Will there be horse races to-day ? Will there be bull-fights to day? 63 Take me to the Capitol, to Bolivar Square, to Wash- ington Square, to the Calvario drive, to the iron bridge. How many churches are there in Caracas? Which are the principal streets of the city? I want to go to the railway station of — How are you? Not very well. Good morning. Good afternoon. Good night. Lie down. I am going to bed. Sit down. I am well. Good-bye. How is the weather? It is warm. It is cold. It is late. It is early. What is that? I am busy. Very well. Thank you. Come up. Entre. Baje. Cuanto? - Sabe Usted? Quiere Usted? Tengo hambre. Todavia no. Todos los dias. La semana próxima. Tengo sueño. Tengo sed. Daré un paseo. Dormí bien. Voy 4 salir. Hágame el favor de darme. Muy agradecido. Que hora es? Usted tiene razón. Usted no tiene razón. Encienda el gas. Habla Usted inglés? Hágame un favor. Si Usted gusta. Que quiere Usted? Pagaré á Usted mañana. Demos un paseo. A donde iremos? Yo no hablo español. Venga á almorzar. La comida está lista. Sírvase Usted. Come in. Come down. How much? Do you know? Do you wish? I am hungry. | Not yet. - Every day. | Next week. I am sleepy. I am thirsty. | I will take a walk. I slept well. Tam going out. Please give me. Much obliged. What time is it? You are right. You are wrong. Light the gas. Do you speak English? Do me a favor. If you please. What do you want? I will pay you to-morrow. Let us take a walk. Where shall we go? I do not speak English. Come to breakfast. Dinner is ready. Help yourself. 64 Fs muy caro. Es muy barato. Cuando sale el correo? Cuando sale el vapor? Tráigame la cuenta. Cuánto le debo? No tengo apetito. Hasta donde vá Usted? No me importa. Vístase. Que sucede? Es hora de cenar. Es hora de levantarse. Usted se levanta temprano. Que sueño tiene Usted ! Tengo que hacerme afeitar. Quiero cortarme el pelo. Donde está la Legación Americana? Voy á tomar un baño. Está listo el café. Ha acabado Usted? Tome otra cosa. No más, gracias. Deme la carta. Deme la lista de vinos. No puedo comer más. Voy á salir. Aquí están sus botas. Están muy estrechas. No puedo meter el pie. Quiero ir al teatro. It is very deat. It is very cheap. When does the mail leave? When does the steamer sail ? Bring my bill. How much do I owe you? I have no appetite. How far are you going ? I don’t care. Dress yourself. What is the matter? It is supper time. It is time to get up. You get up early. How sleepy you are ! I must get shaved. I want to have my hair cut. Where is the American Legation? I am going to take a bath. Is coffee ready? Have you finished ? Take something else. No more, thanks. Give me the bill of fare. Give me the wine list. | IT can't eat any more. Tam going out. - Here are your boots. | They are very tight. | I cannot get my foot in. | I want to go to the theatre. 65 Que vale la entrada 4 este teatro ? La sala está llena. A que hora empieza la representación? Que le parece la pieza? Es de sensación. He oido decir que va Usted á viajar. Cuando piensa Usted partir ? Parto pasado mañana. Cuánto tiempo permanecerá Usted en Venezuela? Cuándo volverá Usted? Le deseo un viage agradable. Ha tomado Usted su camarote ? Donde está mi camarote? Vamos sobre cubierta. Voy á marearme. Sus baúles serán registrados en la aduana. Solo contienen ropa de uso. Tiene Usted algo que declarar? Nada que pague derecho. Por que tren va Usted? Por el tren de las tres. Llegamos á la última estacion. Estoy muy cansado. Tomemos un coche. Tengo que escribir una carta. Mi querido amigo. Acuso recibo de— Sin ninguna de sus gratas. No he recibido contestación. Conteste á la mayor brevedad posible. Participo á Ud. que— - How much is the admission in this theatre? ~The hall is crowded. At what time does the performance begin ? How do you like the piece? It is a sensational one. I have heard that you are going to travel. - When do you think of leaving? | I leave day after to-morrow. How long are you going tostay in Venezuela? - When will you be back? I wish you a pleasant trip. Did you engage your berth? | Where is my berth? Let us go on deck. I shall be sea-sick. Your trunks will be searched in the Custom House. * They contain only wearing apparel. | Have you anything to declare? Nothing that pays duty. | By what train do you go? - By the three o’clock train. | We arrived at the last station. lam very tired. Let us take a carriage. | IT have to write a letter. | My dear friend. | I acknowledge receipt of— | | Having none of your favors. | IT have received no answer. Answer at your earliest convenience. | I inform you that— 66 Antes de recibir la suya. No tengo mas que decir. Mi dirección es— Al cuidado de—. Los negocios están bien. El mercado está en calma. Se venden muchas acciones. Las acciones de — están en alza. El mercado está pesado. Tenemos buena cosecha. Los precios varian. No jugaré más. No lo creo. El me lo dijo. Si Ud. quiere beber alguna cosa, Todavía es temprano. Ande más lijero. Perdone Usted. Para que sirve esto? Que dice Usted? Nada he dicho. No lo creo. Así lo creo. Como lo sabe Usted? Si Usted me espera, iré con Usted. Véndame una guia de Caracas. Hasta la vista. 67 Before I received yours. I have nothing more to say. My address is— To the care of —. Business is all right. The market is dull. Many shares are sold. The shares of — are going up. The market is slow. We have a good crop. Prices fluctuate. I will gamble no more. I don’t believe it. He told me so. If you want to drink something. It is early yet. Walk faster. I beg your pardon. What is this good for ? What do you say? I said nothing. I don’t believe. I believe so. How do you know it? If you wait for me, I will go with you. Sell me a guide of Caracas. Until I see you again. are requested to visit the GRAN HOTEL.... A Aa Ae Le Le ...Before engaging Rooms and Board in Caracas, passengers e NANA A A —;_—————;——;———] ESTABLISHED, 1889. Cable Address: “GRANOTEL—CARACAS.” RA N — The only first-class hotel in the city. l The coolest hotel in Caracas. e * Unsurpassed in location and perfect in all appointments. ‘a ARACAS. Se The travelers will find this a delight- ful, cool and homelike hotel. + LUIS RAVASSO & CO., Proprietors. Calle del Comercio. Sur 4: No. 50. Cuisine unsurpassed. : The Bathe and toilet accommodation N ZETA NN An important feature of this Hotel is that of this hotel make it absolutely travelers will find all daily newspapers: especially the following Icading foreign news= necessary to English speaking papers: people. LE FIGARO, DAS ECHO; THE DAILY TELEGRAPH, ; : PARIS. BERLIN. LONDON. MODERATE RATES. THE HERALD, | THE WORLD, Strictly respectable. : NEW YORK. NEW YORK. Lee. PE ——_—————— In order to avoid confusion, care must be taken to note that the address of this Hotel is CALLE DEL COMERCIO. SUR, 4 No. 50. 68 GRAN HOTEL, CARACAS. Venezuela and the ONLY First-class Hotel in the City Capital. The MODERATE PRICES. best ME Chief Cook of Caracas. American and European Restaurant service AT ANY Plans. HOUR when theatre plays are going on. 70 THE *. BUILDING : = Q o AN - was expressly erected for this Hotel, with all the requirements of comfort and elegance. It is situated in the heart of Caracas facing: the beautiful... ..... rasa PLAZA BOLIVAR and near the Cathedral. From the balconies of the Hotel, guests can enjoy the mili- tary band concerts on Thurs- days and Fridays inthe evening. Family Apartments. Carriages. Theatre Tickets, Newspapers, etc. Apply at the Office. Cable Address: “VENETEL—CARACAS.” {ZUELA, CARACAS. GRAN HOTEL VEN] Telephone No, 304. Caracas. AVENUE mm" LUN D i A ñ» MODERATE RATES. ALL LANGUAGES SPOKEN XA XA SK HIS hotel, situated in one of the principal thoroughfares of the city (Avenida Este or Candelaria) is undoubt- Bolen s edly the BEST FAMILY HOTEL in Caracas. Foreign of the excursionists or visitors, especially ladies, have found it home- HOTEL KLINDT - like and pleasant. Its CUISINE is the best in town, and its E accommodation just what any one used to comfort would at the , , , ’ 7 hoary Stations require in a climate so delightful as Caracas’. 72 TAS Hotel has been remodeled, and has new management. Luxurious Rooms. Family Apartments. Hot and Cold Baths. Boarders [Desired. o — | ( IN Cuisine a and Moderate Pp ; ; | $ E Prices. rincipa Languages Corner of — —— Spo ken “Pajaritos,” No. 4, It E CABACAS, FIRST-CLASS SERVICE. NM. Siuva ESPINA 73 : HER 4c. $ : tas RIN Es Bathing Station Thermal, Sulphurous and Sodic Water. This establishment is situated between Valencia and Pto. Cabello opposite the principal Railway Station, one hour from Valencia and onc hour-and-a-half from Pto. Cabello. The valley, where it is situated, is fertile and mountainous, With an elevation above the sea level of three hundred metres and an average temperature of 75° Farh. There is a pretty comfortable hotel with accommodation for bathers; also a casino with billiard and entertainment rooms, and recreation grounds. The baths (vapor and plunge) are taken all the year round in private rooms; the temperature of the water is from 194° to 212° Farh. and can be graduated at pleasure, as there is a large deposit for cooling it without mixing with natural cold water in order that it may not lose its chemical propertics. They are especially adapted for skin discases, principally for herpetics, rheumatism in all its forms, in all constitutional syphilitic diseases, for paralysis (in some cases) and neuralgias. When taken, they have a pleasant taste and regulate the functions of the stomach, e Hno and kidneys. For dyspepsia, especially flatulent dyspepsia, they have given excellent results. The owner of the establishment would like to form a company in order to enlarge it, principally the hotel, which could be fitted up with cvery comfort for bathers, espe-= cially Americans, who during the winter season in the United States would find here a most pleasant resort in which they could take advantage of the curative properties of the waters for the complaints stated. In the neighborhood there are most picturesque and varied walks, with pure and healthy air, which make it a watering place with all the desirable conditions for recover= ing lost health. The proprictor wishing to sell or to organize a company for the enlargement of his establishment, is willing to hear proposals. His contract with the Government is for twenty-two years longer; and in case of sale or ncw organization, he undertakes to solicit an extension of time from the Government up to fifty years in exchange for the obligations of the buyer or company to enlarge the Bathing Station. The excursionists from Valencia to Pto. Cabello, or vice versa, can casily visit these waters, as the train stops at “Las Trincheras,” for fifteen minutes, opposite the baths. FRANCISCO PADRON, M. D., proprietor. 74: HOTEL o LA GUAIRA. FE All Information Needed by travelers will be gladly given in this Hotel. English Spoken. On parle Francais. Si parla Italiano. Man spricht Deutsch. ESTABLISHED 1836. HE sole building expressly con- structed for a Hotel. It is the best, the oldest and has a good reputation. family apartments nicely fur- Y This Hotel has thirty-six , | P | \ | () comfortable rooms and six _. bh» L minima A. A nished and with a sea view. * e Board and Room. Room on Ground Floor, "°2% 1.4. 6 bolivares per day. Room on 2d and 3d Floors, iTciuaea, 8 bolivares per day. Balcony rooms (family apartments) special prices. Bar-room, baths, telephone and fine dining-room, the best of the Republic, and capable of accommodat- ing one hundred persons. R.-T. ARTEAGA, Manager. 75 ESTABLISHED 1888. HOTEL SAINT DIVIDENDS AND INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS COLLECTED AND REMITTED. +4 + & ONEY LOANED ON PENS ACCOUNT CUR- STOCKS AND BONDS. RENTS, ETC, ETC. »+ 77 RED “D” LINE >> ¥%, OF STEANSHIPS BETWEEN NEW YORK, PUERTO CURACAO AND LA GUAIRA, CABELLO, MARACAIBO. SAILING FROM Pierrepont Stores, East River, New York, about every TEN days. Steamship Venezuela, 2,800 tons. BRANCH STEAMERS. Steamship Caracas, 2,600 tons. Curacao, 1,500 tons, Steamship Philadelphia 2,500 tons. Maracaibo, 1,260 tons. Steamship Valencia, 1,600. Merida, 660 tons. These AMERICAN Steamships, especially built for the trade, ate provided with every modern improvement for the safety, comfort and convenience of passengets. Rates e 70 to 80 dollars, U.S. G. . 10 per cent. on round-trip tickets, GENERAL MANAGERS: AA : i lett H. L. Boulton & Co is made in twenty days. Boulton, Bliss & Da ET os Round Tripa meu ewenty doys 135 Front St., New York, Caracas, Venezuela, 78 JOCKEY - CLUB OF « VENEZUELA. Sabana Grande Race Track. SECOND MEETING TO BEGIN DECEMBER 6, 1896. bmi i PPO D RO M E twenty-five minutes distant from Caracas by carriage or five minutes by train. Sixteen days horse races. Bolivares 85,000 in prizes, not including the sweepstakes. Bolivares 52,000 for pure sang horses, Jockey Club PLÑZe......e. es... Zeare cool eaeoo cedo rabe nan erica eme tar aca Bolivares 8,000 Miranda's Prize... ..................y.-eeces deenento dives egenzios radares “a 5,000 Merchants PriZGs.............. ...e.eresaco. ho U 4,000 Bolivares 33,000 for native horses. Caracas Prize. .....e-.e......r..emeco eo. sb a Bolivares 5,000 ete., ete., etc. GENERAL JOAQUIN CRESPO, President ad honorem. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. GUSTAVO J. SANARRIA, President. FRANCISCO J. SUCRE, Vice-President. FREDERICO ALCALA, Treasurer. STEWARTS. OCTAVUS ESCOBAR VARGAS, LUCAS RAMELLA. JOHN BOULTON, FELIPE TOLEDO, ARTURO MICHELENA, EMILIO PEREZ VELA. SUB-COMMITTEE. JOAQUIN MINEZ MENESES, EDUARDO PEYER, . TULIO PEREZ GARCIA, CHARLES ROHI,, MARTIN A TOVAR, EMILIO SOSA, LUIS USTARIZ, MEGUEL ELLUL. M. DE VALERY, Secretary. 79 EMPRESA MODERNA, EAST 4, NOS. 3 AND 5, CARACAS. THE FINEST PRINTING OFFICE IN THE CITY. PHOTO-ENGRAVING, , STEREOTYPING, Envelope Manufacturing, Bookbinding. Play Cards Manufacturing, Rubber Stamps, Fac-similes, Monograms, etc., All Kinds of Metal Checks, Card Plates, All Kinds of Writing Paper, Stationery, etc., etc, etc. JUAN F. HERNANDEZ & CO. SERRE +THE.. LA GUAIRA AND CARACAS RAILWAY HARRY J. ALMOND, General Manager. ARRANCA Passenger Trains Leave LA GUAIRA and CARACAS So So 8.30 A. M. 3.00 P. M. PASSENGER'S FARE. First-class, with 50 ks. luggage - = bolivares, 12.50 Second-class, with 25 Es. luggage - - “ 8.00 First-class, return with 50 ks. luggage - “ 18.00 Second-class, return with 25 ks. luggage - “ 12.00 RETURN TICKETS ate available from Saturday, 8.30 A. M., to Monday, 3 P. M. FOR FAMILIES AND INVALIDS WITH 25 PER CENT. REBATE ON Se COACHES ARE PROVIDED THE FULL NUMBER OF SEATS. GOODS, TARIFF. bolivares, 0.04 per kilo. “ 003 *“ La Guaira to Caracas, - - - Caracas to La Guaira, - - Caracas, Qctober, 1896. 81 CAFE CARACAS, Opposite the GRAN HOTEL. THE BEST BAR-ROOM OF THE CITY. NICELY AND RICHLY FURNISHED, ~~ CENTRALLY LOCATED, PROMPT ATTENDANCE. All Kinds of Mixed Drinks. FOREIGNERS WILL FIND THIS PLACE AGREEABLE AS TO THE KIND AND QUALITY OF LIQUORS. Several Foreign Languages Spoken. IT IS THE RENDEZVOUS OF THE FASHIONABLE PEOPLE OF CARACAS. 82 HAMBURG AMERICAN GRAND WINTER CRUISE TO THE WEST INDIES AND THE wes | N Eee. SPANISH MAIN The steamers of the HAMBURG-AMERICAN LINE are the largest vessels By TUE Ti Screw COLUMBIA Capt. H. VOGELGESANG. of the German Merchant Marine, and hold the record for fastest time be- ? tween New York and the European Continent. From NEW YORK, February 11, 1897, at 11 A. M. (The Company reserves the right to change this itinerary ir circumstances render it it necessary. ) FROM NEW YORK TO MILES. | A oe | : PORT AU PRINCE (Hayy vv. iiviioinisn nine nisin onsen | 1.330 | Feb. 1s 10 ST. DOMINGO CITY (Domingo)................ -.......-.._._eec..: | 450 “ 23 ST. THONMAS . oe ins A uc a e 315 “. 10 IO BASSETERRE (Guadeloupe)... . .-...ee...-.....-..e.....0. «ue 233: | “20 17 ST. PIERRE (Mortiniquek....—....-.e.e....... e ae | go “2 29 BRIDGETOWN (Parbados)......-...... ——--—..-—. «e... e 175 “ 23 12 PORT OF SPAIN (Trinidad)...............rec_e=:.0e:...0. em e eccal 200 | DA 52 LA GUAYRA (for Cu ( VEnezueleY .... .-.ee.-.... eae pf 340 ry 25 PUERTO CABELLO ( 70 “w 28 23 KINGSTON (Jamaicas................... .—.. a reed 700 Mar. 3 50 HAVANA (Quia):..............ec........ee.rerreves «enorme sr. 750 uE 48 *PALM BEACH (Florida) or ) 6 "OLD POINT COMFORT -**'* 050.00 ENTE oo foes Ce oni NEW YORK... .....e.c..remrscuurenes area nee Mame 1,210 te ad *The landing at either Palm Beach (loridas or old Point Comfort will depend on - the condition of the weather at Palm Beach. If the landing cannot be effected there, 5,885 Duration, 30 days. the steamer will proceed to Old Point Comfort. : FOR FURTHER INFORMATION APPLY TO THE jis = AMERICAN LINE, 37 BROADWAY, NEW YORK. H A M B U RG- OR THEIR Special Agent at La Guayra and Caracas. CESAR MULLER, COR. LA SALLE AND RANDOLPH STREETS, CHICAGO. AGENTS. Agent at Puerto Cabello, CHR. TAMS, 83 ROYAL MAIL STEAM PACKET GO. The Quickest Route Between EUROPE, THE WEST INDIES, SOUTH AND CENTRAL AMERICA, by which Agreeable Tours may be Made. THE DIFFERENT ROUTES ARE PERFORMED AS FOLLOWS: The Company’s Transatlantic Mail Steamers are dispatched from Southampton for the West Indies every alternate Wednesday, all going direct to Barbados, whence Branch Steamers proceed, as under : One every two weeks from Barbados to Demerara direct. *One every two weeks from Barbados to St. Vincent, Grenada, Trinidad and Tobago, extending her voyage once every four weeks to La Guayra. One every two weeks from Barbados to St. Lucia, Martinique, Dominica, Guadeloupe, Montserrat, Antigua, Nevis, St. Kitts and St. Thomas. The Transatlantic Mail Steamers proceed from Barbados to Jacmel, Jamaica and Colon; going on thence, once in four weeks, to Savanilla and Carthagena, and once in four weeks to Limon. The homeward routes are the same as outward, except that the Transatlantic Mail Steamers return to Plymouth, thence proceeding to Cherbourg and Southampton. Other Steamers of the Company also proceed to the West Indies, Trinidad, Grenada, I.a Guayra, Jamaica, Savanilla, Carthagena, Colon, Limon and Grey Town. Transatlantic Steamers. 5,366 Tons. ATRATO,. - - . ORINOCO: - .- - DON. - = = BARA, - .- = - MEDWAY, - - =~ 4,581 4,028 4,028 2. 780 HEAD OFFICE: LONDON, 18 Moorgate Street. * The Steamer of this route, calling at La Guay ra, will allow tourists a stay of three days in Venezuela, and gives time for a visit to Caracas, the capital. La fk Branch Steamers. EDEN, - - - - 2,145 Tons. ESK, - - - - 2145. “ SOLENT, - - - 1,908 * These Steamers are specially built for the pas- senger traffic. Agent for Caracas and La Guayra, DAVID T. PARDO. 84 TRASHING MACHINE. Patented. TT advantages of this TRASHING MACHINE have been acknowl- CARREÑOS edged by all coffee agriculturers who have seen it work. The apparatus is a very simple one, strong and durable. It is not liable to get out of order on account of the solidity of its construction. The machine airs the coffee at the same time of trashing it without using a blower, and in the short space of fwo minutes it delivers the coffee (with or without pulp) perfectly clean and bright, not breaking a single grain. The largest size, No. 3, requiring from two to two-and-a-half horse-power and occupying a space of one-and-a-half square meters, works 150 gg. per day, that is 1,500 lbs. of coffee per hour. No. 1, one horse-power, 400 lbs. of coffee per hour. No. 2, one-and-a-half horse-power, 800 lbs. of coffee per hour. For other information, or for transactions on a large scale, apply to its inventor, h J. EB. CARFRENO, East 2, No 171, CARACAS. 85 “ESTRELLA ROJA DEL ORINOCO." Venezuelan Steam Navigation Company. STEAMBOATS: “APURE,” “GUANARE,” “NUTRIAS,” “SOCORRO,” and “MASPARRO.” The steamboats of this Company leave Ciudad Bolivar, where they connect with the steamer “ Bolivar,’ from Trinidad, every fourteen days, in combination with the Royal Mail at Port of Spain. The steamboats run as follows: “ Orinoco” River, as far as Atures; River “ Meta” as far as near Zarrigón, and also navigate the rivers “Portuguesa” ‘‘ Masparro,)’ * Guanare” and “ Cojedes BOARD OF DIRECTORS: DR. JOSÉ DE J. GABALDÓN, President. FEDERICO VICENTINI, Vice-President. ANDROFACIO SERRANO, Secretary and Treasurer. ALEJANDRO MANTILLA, 5 - = 2 = Agent at Ciudad Bolivar. 86 J) 7“ (( * FER x ssf Se JA 7 Ol | Da! lla I i 5 3 Es IN General a 4 ¿y W JL Venezuelan % cl Sra : a a a Exporters IR and Commission Merchants. | Agency of the GENERAL VENEZUELAN NAVIGATION COMPANY. 93 | Express RAPIDO - - | LA MANO ABIERTA, Saa DE TRANSPORTE. ANO Bie $08 Saran ot bs bit sessing and | Importing and | me Cheapest me Commission TN House. — vareg dee PUERTO CABELLO, LA GUAIRA and all | WE ACCEPT THE AGENCIES OF FOREIGN other ports of the Republic. - MANUFACTURES OF MACHINERY, BICYCLES, ETC. PRINCIPAL OFFICE IN ELIAS SORIANO M, CARACAS. Proprietor. | Cabrera & Co. EAD..... . READ. | au Grana CU, “THE VENEZUELAN HERALD.” _ $ D The only English N <3 IMPORTING o e only English Newspaper nd Published in the Republic. | COMMISSION O An organ devoted to the welfare of Venezuela and MERCHANT. her people, and to the development of her mineral and agricultural resources. P ROV I SION S an d Published weekly by THE VENEZUELAN HERALD CO. PRODUCTS ot the Subscription per year, $4.00. VALENCIA, BO.Box188. | * ... = uw CARACAS. VENEZUELA. COU NTRY. 94 7 3 Second Edition OF THIS BOOK WILL SHORTLY BE PRINTED, ALSO A Spanish Edition ADDRESS : WILL SOON APPEAR, ANY ONE DESIRING A. RIVERA, ADVERTISING SPACE IN EITHER EDITION WILL RECEIVE RATES Gran Hotel, Caracas UPON APPLICATION. Vs : ~\ JUAN GÁSPERI, — PEDRO A. SOSA, La Guaira, Venezuela. Steam Commission Distillery He Merchant, “La Villa de Caracas,” La Guaira, Venezuela. Chocolate Factory. Special sale of Agency of +: EL COJO,” JUAN GÁS PERI, STATIONERY, CARACAS, La Guaira, Venezuela, etc., etc, 255—Calle del Comercio—255- 95 INDEX ; PAGE. City of Caracas. .........-....-.. sreovricunns 34 How to Reach Venezuela. .... -.....---.-...' 7 Important Facts... -.=-="-=::cc00000rteT Tes IO Introductory.......-...:- -----.--.... eii 6 Simon Bolivar, . -- -.... ---.:%:* reverses eres 53 United States of Venezuela ..... -.-..r-e...ee.. 14 Vocabulary... ..e. -..-.. ere: - one 70000000 62 IMPORTANT FACTS. Baggageand Dress... ........... ieee. ooo 10 Cable. .... 0. eee than aging reise is ctin- 12 CUTLEHCY «+ 5 +s vs vv a CE 10 Landing at La Guaira ....-----:--.-..0.eie 10 Passports, Customs, €lC....... --.- + -:--.5.*.:' IO Postage and Telegraph ........ ...... 12 12 Weights and Measures Boundaries and Territory Climate... Commerce Discovery Expenses A NM ER e E Fie ie) UNITED STATES OF VENEZUELA. ee aa ae ee A CAME... . eno... 4% a. ao: AAA ras 20 General Crespo ......-..-.........- vias . 3-30 Government, Form of.......... ++. erre 28 Gulfs, Seas, Lakes, Rivers............... ..e.ce..- 18 Independence. .........: Bee oe rr hal rine va es 14 Takes, Seas, Gulfs, Rivers. .........e.ee... a 18 Ive Bonk. iiss iin ass e 20 MIDisterS...............-.... —erererec recto 30 MIOUTNAIS. . . :...v. e svar arses spe pains ie 16 Population. ...........-.--.-.-.--.emetorees 16 Principal Cities ........--.:..-. .-<1 irc. 2 Parcelota.«.......... ....... e... ce... 26 Barquisimeto -...-.-.-....--::- e... 26 CaruúpanOs...............c--i. *e.:0 ett 28 Cindad Bolivar... .........--....-:-- Ne. 26 CUAÑare, e. ene... 2. pd Bh aire 26 Maracaibo:....:........ .!......... «e... 28 Valencia... i. aii aa ns 26 Villade Cura =: ......:.---......0o055e-- 24 Products... -. «ne. eh. re er naa a nd 18 Public Debt.. ..........2.-.. ....v:.... resi... 22 Railways....-. =..-.....-= .- re. 5 There irte. 22 Revenue... ......e...erre=acreerro entra A 22 U.C. BERKELEY LIBRARIES JUTE | (03518081919 INDEX CONTINUED. . Hotels Hospitals * e . ooore co rear e esse ees ees ela. Jara pie rece e « ee o alero ej. ee ele o eee eee e ae e iia ea House of Beneficence Masonic Temple Ministries National Library National Museum National Pantheon Post-office eee ele econ ee ws tele ler Tu alle D6 08a EN ELN TICA TAL EII AAN E, aa axe... e e. e ee e eo e e. eii fe ea ee ,.m e es. a e ole eee eee eee wah a eco ae e e le Gel eee e e ive * + .onoro oa ag o e ra e rx ete rior. Railway Staticas Residences, Private Restaurants. . Squares, Pri- Streets, Pr Theatres.. .. e [eii eee els ele ee ei a elena a e ie e. ea eee » “eee. wile mie ae ee... | University... Staines ...... E 48 PAGE, Rivers, Seas, Guiis,- Lakes. ........... .......... 18 Seas, Guifs, Lakes, Rivers ...-.... :........ «..... 18 SEASONS... vt tees ei sate mero. e Se. 18 SOringa. -...........—ercucoón: tae oh apt: IS CITY OF CARACAS. Agricultural and Industrial Exhibition....... 248 Amusements... ese A EE, 40 Archiepiecopal Palace... ...=..-««=.e=...... ..... 54 A Sy LUIS, + +... . 2.0 e saad er tn se re 56 Banks... 0 i E A Re rey 56 Bridge, The Ton... ...... ..e-—.—e.e.. reo: 44 Calvary, The. ...........eosicacarene ro. eee. 42 CAracas ...=.... cone darme can. e esen ea bein 34 Cemetery .... ......:....ecerconaee monto EA. 60 Churches. 5 ...25..ef..... . agresor ene. 54 Cy Hall... oii mies liana 50 Cbs... vr ion vis pe e e A 56 Conveyance..........-...2.3....8....... 7... 38 Exhibition Buildine...................—......... 48 Federal Palace and Capitol. ................... 46 7 Yellow House 48 Y 0. e» e eco. e eee ee ee ie aci. enea eze e ale. ainia VOCABULARY. Spanish and English Useful Sentences seb 8s 0 40 sess YE 05715 So mem me ji PA Pen HK i dint co HE rp i y Hike a GH o ITA te caia SA Dee ADA E E : E e E irte Er SE Ra Ts ni 6 sn EA er : E in e Fa ee € FALE he ha Tio ae Tte a Rae A AD A Citas EN RI LI Y e Sn i Sain 4 Juni Sit E i 3 E i 2 E a iii] FA ; fins : a 1 rete ihn a PU e it Sand er se A e e tc En i Si rr Rp i ti i A e Er ; eri e Dr Er : a : den PEE : e : iis i ; ni sto ==. 3 a e HE Se a HALAL Si et eo A Er Es a TA se. hehe : : tito to Er a de EE : TAE E SEE Sede Pr : HEE SEH : E. rm +; e ui hr Ee : E 3 : a Eis RE + i Cr e e rem eta 1 : Sh i + Hee eE == : E A A E E at es 5 SHE bE SH a = : ; E. de UN : Tin DL a y + or E Pico