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              ftoetiittfl MSk ®a$eft NVSIERH 1936 f Weekly Eaiablkhed 18J0 j PITTSTON, PA, THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, I8S9l TWO CENTS Tcu Cvlilk a Hi»k SOME POLITICAL EVENTS. PENNSYLVANIA LEGISLATURE. SIGHING FOR STATEHOOD. TALKS ON TRADE. NO DISRESPECT MEANT. WINDOW GLASS MANUFACTURERRS. (town Pr«po«ed Change In the Qualification* of Annual Meeting olf the New Jersey Ketall A Harrison Emissary Said to H arrihbuko, Jan. 17.—Senator Cooper introduced into the senate a joint resolution prortding for an amendment to that section ot the constitution relating to the qualification of voters. The payment of a state or county tax is not a necessary qualification of a voter, and thirty days residence in the district is sufficient, instead of sixty. Voters—New BUI* In the Senate. Representatives of Territories Patirson, N. J., Jan. 17.—The New Jerley Retail Merchants' association held its knnual convention in Inglla hall. A hundred or more provision dealers assembled and dismissed matters pertaining to the trade throughout the state. The grocers came from Jersey City, Newark, Elizabeth, Trenton, Gloucester, New Brunswick, Woodbury and other places. They were welcomed with an eloquent and hearty address by Recorder Joseph W. Greaves. " Merchants' Association. Plucky. Editor O'Brien Purged of Contempt. A Meeting In Washington of Interest to Pennsyl vadium*. Be Eastward Bound. Present Claims. Washington, Jan. 17.—The Window- Glass Manufacturers' association began their semi-annual meeting at the Riggs house. F. L. Bodine, of Philadelphia, the president, was in the chair, and O. E. Frazee, of Canestoga, Pa., was the secretary. There were some forty members present, mainly fro ill Pittsburg. The object of the meeting is to present their views on the tariff to the senate finance committee. After a two hours! secret session it was decided that the price of glass would have to come down. Foreign glass blowers, the members claimed, are sending glass over cheaper and cheaper every year, and the American manufacturers will have to reduce their prices. The manufacturers deny that they contemplate the formation of a pool or trust, and also say that the question of wages waa not touched upon in the discussion. The most conservative members thought that the prices would have to be reduced or competition with foreign glass blowers would be out of the question. The association adjourued to meet again in July next. ARKELL'STRIP TO INDIANAPOLIS. SALT AND TIN IN THE SENATE. A CONVICT GIVES TESTISIONY. HI* Impres*lon of the Presldent-Klect. Objections to New Mexico—Women Want the Sabbath Observed—Minister Preston He Say* Patrick Cnrey Tried to Hire a Hut He Learned Uttle About the Cabl- Bills were introduced as follows: To revise and consolidate the laws relating to the improvement of highways and bridges. Also, to provide for the appointment of female physicians in insane hospitals where females are detained; to prevent unlawful combinations of railroad and anthracite mining companies or firms, or by their officers or agents; to prevent the merging of natural gas companies, and to regulate the charges made by them. House from Which to Shoot Officer*. not—How Boomers Are Shut Off In Ad- Say* the Rebellion In Haytl I* Only a Minister Phelps to Salt Jan. 31—Ban- mm—Delaware** Political Kt volution. Little One. The president of the association, Stephen Pell, of Newark, spoke at length on the importance of union among the grocers and the benefits they and the public derived from intelligent co-operation. State Dairy Commissioner William K. Newton, of this city, gave a vivid statement of the attempt of the state to do away with the adulteration of food, which, he said, was expensive and caused much harm. queted by the Fishmonger*. Indianapolis, Jan. 17.—Gen. Harrison has sent a messenger to New York upon cabinet business. A man, whose identity i« not disclosed, but who is said to be a comparative stranger to eastern politicians, and little known even by name outside of Indiana, left this city for the east upon a message of some sort connected with the question of the selection of a New York man for the cabinet. The messenger goes ostensibly upon private business of his own, and every effort has bsen made to keep his mission secret. He Will atop off in Buffalo, where lie will visit Mr. Alexander, the young lawyer who acted as Gen. Harrison's private secretary during the campaign. It is supposed that Mr. Alexander may accompany him to New York, and aid him in executing his mission. Washington, Jan. 17.—The house continued the discussion of the territorial admission bill. London, Jan. 17.—Before the Paruell commission Presiding Justice Hannan rendered a decision in the case of Mr. O'Brien, who was charged with contempt of court on account of an article in United Ireland. Justice Hannan said the court concluded that Mr. O'Brien had not intended any disrespect to the court, therefore he would inflict no punishment upon him. POWDER Mr. Joseph (N M.) spoke at length in favor of the admission of his territory. Mr. Struble (la.) said that the minority of the committee on territories did not think that New Mexico ought to be admitted. Their objection was not on the ground of the religion of the people. What New Mexico needed was liberal assistance from the government in building up her desert places and irrigating her arid stretchcs. A large number of people in New Mexico could not speak the language of the country, and he thought that until they came up to the line of American civilization they were not entitled to admission. In the house, reports from committees being in order, the following bills were reported favorably: To provide for the purchase and display of the American flag over public school houses of tae state and over educational institutions aided by the state; to equalize taxation (the granger tax bill relieving real estate of taxation); to restrict the season in which black bass can be legally taken from July 1 to Jan. I; providing for the better collection of the wages of labor. Dr. Newton asked for co-operation on the part of the association, and the draft of a bill, to be introduced at the present session of the legislature, relative to food adulteration, was read and indorsed by the convention. The executive committee will present the bill to the lawmakers. The court proceeded to listen to evidence. Patrick Delaney, a convict from Maryboro prison, was sworn. He testified that he had belonged to the Fenians. He said that the principal part of the Invincibles' oath was a clause binding the members to assassinate the viceroy and the whole executive force of Ireland. He had received money from the National league. The new schedule of rates was not arranged, but it is understood that it will surely be lower than that* now prevailing. Absolutely Pure. President, J. O. Totten, of Passaic; vice presidents, W. W. Larkins, of Gloucester, and John Vertue, of Newark; secretary, O. A. Michael, of Newark; treasurer, Nicholas Lohse, of Jersey City. The following bills were introduced among others: Revising the classes into which liquor lioenses are divided to meet the requirement* of the recent decree of the supreme court that cities can only be divided into three classes; to enlarge the power of boroughs to enable them to supply the inhabitants with light and fuel by natural gas; to amend the high license law by providing that surety may be obtained anywhere in the county in which the licensee has obtained his license. Mr. Voorhees spoke in behalf of his territory—Washington. He said that her maritime position gave her advantages over ber sister territories. Her exposed position was a constant invitation to the aggressions of any hostile power. He said that the phenomenal Republican majority rolled up in the territory at the recent election was the result of the apathy of the house. The witness said thivt he was deputed to watch Mr. Poster, and Joseph Brady and Timothy Kelly were delegated to murder him. The witness testified that he had no part in the Phoenix park murders. He said (hat Mr. Byrne broup ht over to Ireland the two .knives used at tlie Phoenix park murders.New York, Jan. 17.—A new phase of "Spiritualistic" manifestations has been made public which completely overshadows the Diss Debar spook painting. George D. Carroll, a stationer at No 36 East Fourteenth street, believes that through "Rev." Mrs. Tobias B. Stryker he can converse with his dead son. The "medium" tolcf him that his son was lonely and she arranged for a wedding with a female spook, the infatuated stationer inviting his friends to the cei mony, which Mrs. Stryker performed wh, in a "trance." In time she announced the birth of a spook baby, and a christening party followed. Meanwhile her worldly condition improved steadily, and ilr* Carroll, who protested against these vagaries, was placed in an insane asylum. Many people think the wrong member of the family is immured. Mr. Carroll's Spook Family. This powd r never varies. A marvel of purity, st'ength and wliolesomeness. More economical rhsn the ordinary ki- da. Hud cannot be sold in con rierttion wilfi ihe multi ude of low teC , shor utight alum or phosphate powders Sold only in cans. Royal Baking Powdjcr Co., lis Wa.i St., N. Y. The opinion among the politicians here continues to be adverse to Piatt, and some are even predicting that Miller will get there. The majority favor the idea that there will be a compromise on a third man. Cornelius N. Bliss is most named i or that contingency. ATTEMPTED WIFE MURDER, A Philadelphia Oclorod Mail Stabs Bis MUSIC HALL. Philadelphia, Jan. 17.—Benjamin Cumminger, colored, of 1,207 Lombard street, made a deliberate attempt to murder his wife by stabbing her with a long, keen edged shoemaker's knife. A week before Christmas, it is alleged, he deserted his wife for another woman. Tuesday he called at her house and informed her that she would either have to live with him or die. He gave her until morning to consider the matter, when he would return and execute his threat. About 9 o'clock he battered in the door of the house, and ascended to her room on the second floor. The woman was sitting in a chair sewing. Cumminger, it is alleged, threw her to the floor, drew the knife from his pocket and gashed her horribly about the face, breast and arms. The woman shouted murder, and her cries brought Patrolmen Buchanan, Crilly and Carrol to the house. Cumminger was disarmed and taken into custody. The woman was sent to the Pennsylvania hospital, where it was found that the knife had penetrated her flesh thirteen times. He slashed her so fiercely that the knife snapped in two. He was arraigned before Magistrate Lelar, and committed in default of $1,500 bail on the charge of assault and battery with intent to kill. Wife Thirteen Times. Friday, January 18th, *89 As illustrating the manner in which Gen. Harrison receives the average offioe seeker, the experience of Judge Williams, of Pine Bluff, the leader of the Arkansas men who called upon him a few days ago in the interests of Powell Clayton, may be taken. Judge Williams said after he got home: "The secretary notified the president-elect that we were there, and in a few minutes Gen. Harrison walked in and said in a business like, practical way, after being introduced to us: 'Gentlemen, I have much business on hand to-day. There are delegations from various states here to see ma. The committee on inauguration is before me asking my views as to the inauguration, but you are the first that opened on the roster to-day, and I shall now hear you. My time is limited, and I want to sa* to you that I have no promises to make. I will listen, carefully consider everything that you say, and hereafter act upon it.'" , Mr. Mansur (Mo.) made an argument in faipr of the omnibus bill, and especially in favor of the admission of New Mexico. He said that, in view of her rapid growth, the arguments of Mr. Struble were without effect. Uelaney swore thiit James Carey had attempted to hire a house from the windows of which the Dublin castle officials might be shot, but hs was unable to secure one in a locality suitable for his purposes. He also testified that Patrick Egan had promised to pay Carey's election expenses when the latter was a candidate for office in the Dublin, municipality. The house then proceeded to the calendar, and passed all the bills to second reading which were reported favorably from committee.AL. G. FIELD & CO.S Operatic Minstrels The speaker announced the appointment of Messrs. Gentner (Philadelphia) and Johnston (Cameron) as trustess of the Soldiers' home at Erie for two years. Adjourned. Mr. Hermann (Ore.) made a speech in favor of the admission of all territories that were entitled to statehood by reason of population or natural re.-ources. Bigg» r and Belter Than Ever. Upon cross examination Delaney admitted that when he was 17 years of age he was sentenced to prison for five years for highway robbery. When he was accused of participation in the Phoenix park murders he gave the authorities all the information in his possession. FASHION'S : FAVORITES A GREEN GOODS MAN. Mr. Baker (N. Y.) said that South Dakota should not be hampered by being coupled with the other territories. He Lived In Jersey City and Attterapted Social Sensation at Pittsburg. Ail Entire New Company, New Acts, Original Ideas, Novel Features, Catchy Mu«ic Handsome Costumes, Superb Singing, A Dincing Tournament to Fleece Pennsylvania, but Ran Against Mr. Du Bois (Idaho) said that his territory would ask an enabling act fixing a definite time for it to assume the resposibilities of statehood. Pittsburg, Jan. 17.—Society here has had its appetite for scandal whetted by an application for divorce which was filed by Mrs. William Coleman against her husband. Mrs. Coleman was a Miss Bproull before her marriage to Mr. Coleman in 1882. Both were wealthy and young. The wedded life of the pair was happy until Mr. Coleman made the acquaintance of dashing Miss Oilbert, whom he met in the fall of 1886 at a distinguished gathering of social lights. The couple disappeared several months ago, and Mrs. Coleman alleges in her petition for divorce that they have fled to Europe. No defense to the action is anticipated on the part of Mr. Cole Some Men Sharper Than Himself. The Fenians were never an assassination society, except in the case of informers. The Invinciblea, however, were different. He knew that Egan, Brennan and Byrne were Fenians. He never saw them among the Invincibles, but knew they were leaders of the organization. Philadelphia, Jan. 17.—A preliminary hearing was given Edward White, aged 85 years, giving Ninth avenue, New York, as his residence, by Magistrate Pole, at the Central station, on the charge of being engaged in the green goods business. White, whose name is thought to be Palmer or Palmley, was arrested at the Colonnade hotel by Detective Eckstein. IN THE SENATE. TMR MAMMOTH The senate rejected the proposition to put salt on the free list, and discussed at length the duty on tin plate. The debate at times was personal and political. No action was taken. MILITARY ENCAMPMENT First Part. (Copyrighted). ARKELL'S. IMPRESSION OF HARRISON, THE TWO DRUMMERS;or, THE HOTEL AT TH« JUNCTION When the senate was called to order large rolls of red cloth adorned one-half of the desks. They contained petitions from the Woman's National Christian Temperance union and otner bodies in the various states in favor of legislation for Sabbath observance, against the running of Interstate trains on Sunday and against Sunday military drills. The presentation of these petitions was witnessed by a deputation of ladies in the gallery. • United States Minister I'helps will sail for New York Jan. 31 on the steamer Lahn of the North German Una The Burlesque Japanese Students, the Policemen's Parade, and one hundred other new ideas. 7he Greatest, Grandest Combination Of Musical Olebrities, Comedians, Dancers and Specialists Extant. The Presldent-Klect a Flnent Talker and Thoroughly Posted. Oanajoharie, Jan. 17.—Ex-Senator Arkell and party have returned from Indianapolis. Senator Arkell was asked by a reporter to give the object and result of the trip and the impression he received of the president-elect. The senator replied as follows: Eight days ago Mayor Pitler received from W. H. Agey, a hotel proprietor at Tylersburg Station, in the northwestern part of the state, a letter calling his attention to an attempt of Jersey City swindlers to fleece himself and other residents of this state by means of the "green goods" business or "sawdust" game. With Mr. Agey's letter was a type written prospectus explaining bow to proceed in securing a large amount of counterfeit notes for a small sum of good money, and assuring the receiver there could possibiy be no detection providing the necessary amount of secrecy was observed. Accompanying this type written circular was an alleged newspaper article which had every appearance of having been clipped from a New York paper, which spoke ot the notes being equal to genuine, they having been printed from plates stolen from the United States treasury department. Minister Phelps was the guest of the evening at a banquet given by the Fishmongers' company last night In responding to a toast to his health, he said: ■» CONNECTICUT RAILROADS. ''The only complaint that I have to bring against this country is that my experience here has made it more difficult for me to Bay 'good-by' than to perform any other duty which has devolved upon me since I camo here." man. Louis Kerr's $5 000 Challenge Military Band. Increase of New York and New Haven Albant, Jan. 1?.—*The State Trades assembly worked diligently at its sessions yesterday. Among the resolutions presented to It for adoption were: To protest against the repeal of the Yates prison bill; to secure a law exempting bakers from labor, on Sunday; to ask congress for a revision at our patent laws, and that the state should build grain elevators in New York and Buffalo. State Trades Assembly Musical Concert and Grand Parade daily at llpiu. "We went to Indianapolis on the invitar tion of Gen. Harrison, and bad no other motive than to present to Gen. Harrison a disinterested statement of the Republican situation in New York and speak in the interest of the solidarity of the party. The usual impression is that Mr. Harrison is a polite but reticent man, courteous but impenetrable. So far as our experience is concerned this would be a misinterpretation of his character. He discussed with great copiousness and clearness the New York situation, and by evident indication, without statement, left the impression that he was not only elected president, but proposed so to be. That this state will receive recognition seems placed beyond doubt, but what portfolio, and to whom tendered, is to be shown in the future. Inferences might be drawn from the conversation. It would not, however, be just to crystallize a conjecture into a statement That is the prerogative of the gentleman who has so far carefully kept his own counsel, and kept it without assistance."and Housatoule Stock Favored. Hartford, Jan. 17.—.The report of the railroad commissioners favoring the petition for increase of stock by the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad company Axes no limit, except that the new Btock lie for the purposes set forth in the report, to such an amount as shall be actually necessary, and shall be full paid. In the case of the Housatonio railroad the report recommends increase to an amount sufficient to cover its indebtedness and the cost of constructing any branches authorized by its charter or hereafter authorized by the legislature. The commission recommends in both cases that a two-thirds vote of stockholders be required on the question of issuing such stock. Resolutions were introduoed in the assembly and referred, based on the reports, and authorizing the Consolidated road to issue stock for stock and bonds of other roads until 1800, and to issue stock for improvements and to take up funded and floating debt whenever the necessity arises, provided the cost of the improvements is specified in advance, and the chief justice of the state must pun upon all proposed purchases of stock of other roads. Usual prices. Diagram open Wednesday, Jan. ■0, at» a. m. Mr. Riddleberger, in presenting the memorial, said that he was opposed to the proposed legislation, on the ground that his constituents, in order to have their cattle in Washington ready for Tuesday's market, had to transport them on Sunday. Continuing, Mr. Phelps expressed hope that he might often have the pleasure of seeing in the one country or the other many of his English friends. Therefore, in saying farewell, he would adopt the poet's sentiment and say "not good night, but in so io happier day bid me good morning." MUSIC HALL. ONE NIGHT ONLY. Monday, January ax, '89 Mr. Chandler presented additional petitions from citizens of Orangeourg, 8. C., asking that their rights of suffrage be protected. Susquehanna, Pa., Jan. 17.—Mrs. John Gteer, wife of a lumberman, killed her babe and then shot herself with a revolver at Sunshine, Wayne county, Pa. She left a note stating that she loved her husband dearly, and requested to be buried in the same coffin with her babe. No reason is assigned for the act. Infanticide and Suicide, JEANNIE WINSTON ONLY A LITTLE REBELLION IN HAYTL Mrs. Gould's Simple Funeral. Supported by the The president transmitted to the senate a large quantity of correspondence on the Haytian question, in the main a resume of the stories which have been published in segard to the seizure of the ship Haytian Republic. One letter of interest is a communication from the Haytian minister, Stephen Preston, dated Washington, Jan. 10, in which he says the insurrection in Hayti is not so important as previous ones in the annals of the island. The published reports have been greatly exaggerated. A little band of revolting Haytians, together with some American speculators who hope to profit by the agitation, are at the bottom of the trouble, and the headquarters of the revolt, he says, are in New York city. New York, Jan. 17.—The funeral services over the remains of Mrs. Jay Oould were held yesterday morning at the family residence, 579 Fifth avenue. They were of the most unpretentious nature, everything harmonizing with the evident determination of the family to avoid all ostentation. Only very intimate friends were in attendance. The body was incased in a black cloth covered casket, plainly trimmed and marked with the simple inscription on a small square silver plate; Helen Jay Gould. LYCEUM OPERA COMPANY In Von Suppj'a bright Comic Opera, Mayor Fitler handed this correspondence to Chief of Detectives Wood, but the chief informed his honor he had no power to interfere with the senders, that it was a matter to be handled by government officials. The mayor instructed his chief of deteotlves to look into the matter, and with that in view Detective Kurtz was assigned to "open up" a correspondence with the man who sent the papers. With the above mentioned type written prospectus and letter was this note and directions: BOCCRGGIO Hartford, Jan. 17. — Professor A. C. Zenos, 1D. D.,a native Greek, was last night installed Hosmer professor of New Testament Exegesis in the . .artford Theological seminary, vice Rev. Dr. Riddle, who resigned a year ago. A New Professor. 40 Lyno Anists in the Cast AXD A Grand Chorus of 24 Voices, SCENE IN THE INDIANA SENATE, CONDENSED NEWS. Indicted for Murder. Together with their OWN ORCHESTRA. Don't forget the date. Monday, January 21st. hrietl 35, 5o and 75 eta. D agram open Friday, January 18'to, at 6 a. hi. The Lie Given Direct and a Flat Fight * Buy a ticket from your nearest big town to Philadelphia. When you reach Philadelphia select auy hotel you may wish. Telegraph me when you leave home, and simply say: "1 am on the way." When you have selected your hotel in Philadelphia also telegraph me: "I am here," and say what hotel you are at. Send your telegram to this address: "William Duncan, No. 338 Montgomery street, Jersey City, N. J." E. R Gasper, of the firm of H. O. Price & Co., of Pittsburg, has gone to Europe to introduce the American system of pool selling in London, Paris and Berlin. Trenton, Jan. 17.—Austin Myatt was indicted for murder in the first degree in killing James Cavanaugh three weeks ago at the Trenton china works, and be will he tried Jan. 30. Indianapolis, Jan. 17.—The senate chamber here was yesterday afternoon the scene of a violent altercation, which would probably have ended in blows but for a precipitate adjournment The Republicans had been making things unpleasant for the majority by filibustering tactics. Johnson led in this business, and when a proposition to appoint twenty extra doorkeepers was up he wanted to amend it so as to require all the appointees to be ex-Union soldiers. Thereupon Senator Smith, a Democrat, sarcastically remarked that such a motion came with bad grace from a man who bad at the last session struck an aged Union Boldier with his fist. Narrowly Averted. THK B A MOAN COKRBSPONDENCE. NEV/ JERSEY LEGISLATURE, The correspondence relative to Bamoan affairs referred to by the president in his message has been made public. It contains dispatches from the acting consul and the officer in charge of the gunboat at Samoa, giving details of the fight between the German troops and the natives. It says Americans are fleeing for safety and their property is being seised. The American flag was also seized, but was released. This information was transmitted to Minister Pendleton, who laid it before the German government, and a response wis sent though the German minister here, saying the natives were the aggressors, and war now exists between Germany and part of the natives of Samoa. To Kaif Up on Gamblers—A Retreat Before the Temperance Hosts. A mysterious fire occurred on the South Side, Pittsburg. Mrs. Reddy and her babe were found lying on a bed, the mother burned to a crisp and the child painfully burned. The fire was easily extinguished. Trenton, Jan. 17.—The house held a brief session. Heppenheimer introduced a bill to enforoe the payment by corporation of taxes on their reiil and personal property at the same rate as is paid by individual owners. The bill making it illegal to let a house or room for selling pools was rejected. Without amendment, Feeney's bill authorizing the purchase of land for the erection of an engine house in Jersey City was ordered to a third reading. There was nothing to disturb the status quo in the senatorial question. The senate did not meet till 11 o'clock, when the temperance delegations were heard. They adjourned early, and most of the members went home to escape the temperance people. The adjournment of the house is until Monday. - A ( ooh'fc Fori it uc. MUSIC HALL. The number of people in Boston who have recently become suddenly rich is surprisingly large Not a month goes by but figures are published in the papers which indica'.e that one or more have Required fortunes ranging from $5,000 to $100,000. The last list of these figures was published in December, and for curiosity's sake a representative of the Cowitr selected one of the numbers and mado an investigation to Bud out jn«t what was meant by it. Following his clews to their end he discovered tha'u part of ticket 68,744, which drew the second capital prize in the Louisiana State Lottery at its last drawing, held Dec. 18 was owr.ed by some one in this city. Further investigation revealod the fact that tho lucky man was R. A. Johnson. Mr Johnson was found at 2 Garden street arch, in the West Kod. He was in a small room in a Tenement house, and seated in a chair by the Are, as his health has been gradual.y growing poorer for some time. He received bis visitor with pleasure, and was r-erfectly willing to tell all ho knew about his suddenly acquired wealth. Mr Johnson is a colored mau, foriy-reight years of a (re, a- d waB born in Jamica, whence he emigrated to this country twenty-five years ago. His oc cupation is that of a cook, and at present he is employed at the American House, Arae-- bury. He thoroughly understands his art, and has prepared gastronomic luxuries at sorce of our best hotels, among them the Bellevue, the Watterston, and Mrs. Annable's fashionable boarding bouse on Baron street. He also manipulated the broilers and stewpans in the kitchen of the Empire 8tate before the mammoth vessel was itself cooked id the fiery flames. Naturally Mr Johrsoa was pleased at receiving a fortieth part of the second capital prize of $200,000. He has invested in the tickets of the company off and on for a year or more and has on peveral occasions drawn approximation prizes which entitled him to various small am unia. The money was much needed by Mr. Johnson and with it he expects to return to J-imsica where he has a little property nnd where ho hopes ibe climate will bjri' lit hi* hea'th—Hoshm (\la9«.) Courier., J -If. tl. Wednesday, The chief telegraphed to the "green goods" man according to instructions, and Detective Eckstein walked baok to the hotel. He was reading a newspaper in the oorridor when White walked in, and looking over the registry list, inquired if he could see Mr. Agey. Instantly the detective was at his side, and the greeting between the swindler and his intended victim was of the most cordial character. Uiiuary 23d. Important changes have been made among the Jersey City police officials Capt. Edmondson has been transferred from the Second precinct to headquarters; Capt. Smith from Greenville to Second and inspector Lange takes charge of the Fifth precinct.The best of nil American Playe Witt. GILLETE'S John Quinn followed Bridget Dowling in Elizabeth and at an alleyway seized and dragged her to a deserted spot and criminally assaulted her. He was arrested in the act. ' "We can't talk business here," said White, and so they went up to the room engaged by the detective. The swindler unfolded a scheme by which the innkeeper was at once to become a wealthy man merely by the outlay of a small amount of capital. BEAUTIFUL AND SUCCESSFUL PIECE This referred to an occurrence in the senate chamber two years ago, for which the senate then censured Johnson. Johnson retorted, "That is untrue," and when Senator Griffiths, Democrat, said, "You know it is true," Johnson turned upon him fiercely and exclaimed, "You are a liar!" There was a scene of great confusion, but quiet was finally restored. Germany would be pleased to have the aid of the United States in restoring order. Assurances t'-iat Germany desires to fully respect the treaty righto of Samoa were at once cabled. HELD ENEMY BY THE cncm James Murphy, of Newark avenue, reports to the Jersey City police that while he was going home in the evening he was held up and robbed of a bundle of clothes he was carrying by a gang of toughs. It was agreed they both take the next train for New York, where the counterfeit money was to be handed over. When they got out on Chestnut street Detective Eckstein was sure he had got the right man, and iuformei White that it would give him great pleasure to introduce him to Chief Wood. Secretary Bayard also sends a communication to Germany urging that the proposed co-operation between Germany and the United States should begin promptly, and that the peaceful election of a king by the natives ought to be brought about. A Thorough Investigation. Phii.adbi.phia, Jan. 17.—The state house of representatives' committee on elections, appointed to investigate the Finley-Nichols First district contest, resumed their inquiry in the Continental hotel by recalling Minority Inspector Enoch Parke to learn from him for whom he voted. He said for Finley and Strine. It is the purpose of the contestant's counsel to call every Republican voter in the Twenty-fourth division of the First ward, and after obtaining their testimony compare it with the returns, with a view of learning whether or not there is a ballot for every accredited vote. There is a discrepancy of thirty-five votes in this division, and the course pursued will probably bring about the proof of the destruction or failure to count the thirty-five votes. During the holidays A. M. Ebert ordered great quantities of jewelry from New York firms, representing himself as proprietor of the "Crystal Palace" jewelry manuiactory in Ohio. Then he packed the goods in coses and shipped them to his wife in London, but his scheme was learned in time, and the cases were seized at Hoboken. With the Original New York Cast. A short time afterward Senator Griffiths arose to a question of privilege, and apologized to the senate for his unparliamentary conduct. Then, turning and shaking his fist at Johnson, he exclaimed: "But I hope I shall never sink so low as to make n bully and a blackguard of myself." Spe3ial Sconery painted for this Production. Wonaerrnl Mechanical Effects. Although the name signed to the letter received by Mr, Agey, which is now in possession of Chief Wood, w#s "William Duncan," the prisoner denies that that is nis name, stating positively that "White," which he gave when first arrested, is correct. Princeton, N. J., Jan. 17.—The funeral of Alexander Taggert McGill, D. D., LL. D., professor emeritus of ecclesiastical, homolitical and pastoral theology In the Princeton Theological seminary, was held in the First Presbyterian church here yesterday afternoon at it o'clock. The attendance was large, including many distinguished clergymen, strangers and alumni from all parts of the country. The seminary buildings ape draped in black, and all exercises were suspended as the procession entered the church, headed by Drs. McCoah, Green, Patton and Hinsdale. Preceding the casket were the faculty of the seminary, and following were the friends and relations of the deceased. Selections from the Scriptures were read by Dr. Hinsdale, and prayer was offered by Dr. Patton. Dr. Greeh made a brief address, giving the principal events in the life of the deceased. Funeral of Dr. McGlll. Joseph Cannon, of Jersey City, inaugurated a fight with his wife. When the police appeared the wife was fanning Cannon with a stove lid and drawing blood at every stroke, and he feebly requested that Mrs. Cannon be fired. She was arrested. |3T"U«ual price*. Diagram open Monday, Jan. 21ib,at9a m. Johnson sprang up, livid, and retorted: "The senator makes use of his place here to U83 language that he would not dare to use outside the chamber," and started toward Griffith*. MUSIC HALL. As the charge against White is using the mails for illegal purposes he was held for ft further hearing before the United States commissioner. It looked as though blood would have to Sow, but friends sprang between and someliody moved an adjournment. Lieutenant Governor Chase declared the senate adjourned. Democrats threaten to expel Johnson on the ground that lie is a dangerous man. Rev. William Vaughn, of the Reformed church of South Bergen, N. J., has accepted 4 call to the Jvnox Memorial chapel in New York city. He explained that he made the change because he is offered a better job. Friday Ev'g., January 25. Powderly Denounces Barry as an Anarchist. Fittsburo, Jan. 17.—T. V. Powderly, general master workman Knights of Labor, is in this city for the purpose of attending the annual meeting and election of officers of District Assembly No. 8. In an interview M r. Powderly states that the object of bis visit is to explain certain things about the Knights of Labor that he has not yet had a chance to explain to the members of this district, and to give the delegates at this meeting an opportunity to ask any questions tlwy desire about the recent sweeping cb irgea against the order made by Mr. Barry. Mr. Powderly states that the order is in prosperous condition, and is not only holding its own, but gaining rapidly in membership. Mr. Powderly ucnmtnces Barry as the secret agent of the Anarchists. He also affirms that Barry has addressed Anarchist meetings in Chicago, and that his tendencies and sympathies are with the Anarchists, The Connecticut Grand Lodge. Tl.e beautiful four aet IrUh Drama, New Haven, Jin. 17.—The Grand Lodge of Masons met here yesterday. Grand Master J. W. Mix reported that charges had been preferred against the worshipful master of Union Lodge No. 31, and a commission was appointed to try the case at the present session. The report of the grand secretary, Joseph K. Wheeler, showed that there had been a gain of 231 in membership in the past year. It is expected that the trouble  tween Hiram lodge, of this city, and the Grand lodge will be settled during the session. Hiram is the oldest and largest lodge in the state, but was expelled two years agq because it would Dot change a simple point in its work. Two Philadelphia young men made a tour of Chinese laundries on a petty thieving expedition. They asked for price lists, and while one read the other robbed the till. Finally they struck a Chinaman who had seen the game worked before and he caused their arrest. Kathleen MaYonrneeo, DELAWARE'S POLITICAL REVOLUTION 111* Long Itelgn of the ltnyards anil Kalis- Or, St. Patrick's Eve hury's llroken. Dover, Del., Jan. 17.—In joint session of the general assembly the election of Anthony Higgins as United States senator was completed. A comparison of the journals showing that Mr. Higgins had not received a majority of the votes cast in the senate, (the senate vote was 2 for Higgins and 7 for James L. Wolcott), a formal joint ballot was taken. The result was 16 votes for Higgins, 9 for Wolcott aftd 5 for A. P. Robinson, the Democrats having divided their votes between the latter two. Speaker Lewis, of the senate, then declared Mr. Higgins duly elected United States senator from Delaware for six years from March 4 next. Chvfctian Nees reported to the Philadelphia police thai: his lft year-old daughter has eloped with Charles Darringer, aged 85, "who leaves a wife and six children. (Under the Auspices of the A Older Law Wanted In Connecticut. St. Aloysius T. A. B. Society, ot Plitston Hartford, Jan. 17.—The Connecticut fruit growers and cider makers' convention has closed. F. 8. Gofd, secretary of the state board of agriculture, made an addreas on apple culture. C. A. Whitcomb, of Spring? field, road a paper on the preservation of fruit by evaporation, A resolution was adopted urging the legislature to pass a law providing for the sale by grocers of cider in small quantities, not to be drank on the premises. CAST OF CHARACTERS Victor Kumiski came into possession of a barber shop at Jersey City by foreclosing a chattel mortgage. While he was altsent one day Constable Brown ejected the hired uumi and took possession in the interest of the former proprietor. Kumiski was arrested by a policeman while demanding admission, and now he is suing the constable to recover the amount of his loan and a small balance to heal his wounded feel'ugs. Kallilctttt Meg  !TIim AgiiAM !tl«f;*niey MIim Jennie Qaughan .. MihH Mary Conuor ....MiM Ktlla Cunningham Will Devaney P. F. Caw ley Denote CalliiiM John HefTerin T. F. (awley Jamea P. Kearney Thomas Walsh Parlck MoVuttr Queenaij P. F. McHa)0 P. McIIale Ki tie 0'L«*v*»ry L«dy lloroihy... Terence O* Moore IDavid O'Connor. Brussels, Jan. 17.—A letter written by Henry M. Stanley to Sheik Hamed-ben-Mahomed has been received in this city. It is dated Boma of Bonalya, Muretia, Aug. 17, 1888, and the explorer states that he is well and left Emin Pasha eighty-two davs previous, and he too was well and safe. A letter from Stanley Bernard Kava"aii|fh Father oVassidy . Bill Uii tonc»p  Cap*. ' I"ai field  Black Kody  Rrd Barney  Darby Doyle  Mr. McCubbau . . Three Fat Jobs. "The rower of mmic, all our h««*rtn allow,'' but ihero are a few urnorant porao-is who h've not learned yet, thnt aU ooldn are ou'rd by Dr. Bull'* Oouqrh Syrup. Buy »i and «»y it, 25 cot* a biule. The election of Senator Higgins is a notable political event. Iu addition to being th« first Republican to represent Delaware in the United States Benate, when he takes bis Beat on March 4 it will be the first time in thirty-six years that Delaware has not been represented in the senate by a Bayard or a Baulsbury. The last Bayard senator gave up his seat to enter President Cleveland's «abinet, and the last Saulsbury senator is soon to give way to a political opponent. Jersey City, Jan. 17.—There is much dissatisfaction expressed at the large allowance mado by Judge Knapp to the index commissioners, particularly as all three of them are drawing salaries from the county in another direction. He allowed them $500 each for six mouths, although their duties were merely nominal, Kelly and Steger received $500 each from the county as freeholders, and John A McQrath, the third .commissioner, receives $2,500 a year from the county af counsel of the board of freeholders, New Jersey Agricultural Society. Philadelphia lias a nev sort of (lend. He, or they, for there hav«D been four similar cases quite reoently, caU in the evening at addressee given by girls advertising for positions to do housowork, and pretending to want help immediately, by offeruig big wages, induce the girls to accompany them. The victims are then conducted to lonely places, outraged and left to reach home as best they can. The police are actively engaged in ferreting out the Honda. Trentof, Jau. 17.—Thd State Agricultural saciuiy, in annual session here, elected the following cillcers: President, EL A. Wilkinson, Newark; vice presidents, N. 8. Rue, Cream Hu'ge; Gen. John S. I rick, Vincentown; George A. Halsey, Newark; William Clark, Jr.; treasurer, Charles F. Kilburn, Newark; recording secretary, William M. Force, Newark; correspouding secretary, P. T. Quinn, Newark. Boston, Jan. 17.—Sullivan has been drinking during the past two days, but in a quiet fashion, and is now in his friends' hands at home. He will probably be all right in a day or two. Sullivan Drinking. Our m*n*if iChiro of doors and wiivtaws PeonU are 'he beat, and our late prices are ibe lawept J. K. Patterson 4. Co. Popular Prices: Admission 25,35, 5Oo io the market. Keserved seats on 'Ale at Music Hall Book Store Diagram open after Jan. 2lgt.