Evening Gazette

              t MMntng (gfa^jett t. i NIT Iff BE It 3000 I i\ etfk Iy E«iablUlicd 1850. | PITTSTON, PA., WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1889. TWO OKNn I Tea Cents • Week. JUDGE BREWER OPPOSED. JEFFERSON DAVIS' WILL. ECHOES FROM THE TRIAL THE NEWS IN. BRIEF, DOING THE METROPOLIS. BALL PLAYERS ENTHUSIASTIC, VERY LATEST pgM &4R®" POWDER Important Change* in th9 Playing Rules Adopted. Temperance People Object to Ilow the Ex-Confederate Disposed of His Property. How the Convicted Prisoners Fresh New* from the Wires rarefullj Culled, The Pan-American Delegates New York, Dec. IS.—The Players' National League continued in session at the Fifth Avenue hotel. After tbe appointment of necessary committees the contract for the League balls was awarded to Keefe & Becannon, of this city. The question of the distribution of the prize fund of $20,000 was referred to the committee on playing rules, to report upon at the March meeting. New Orleass, Dec. 18.—The will of the late Jefferson Davis which has just been filed for probate at Mississippi City, Harrison county, is as follows: "I, Jefferson Davis, of the county of Harrison, and state of Mississippi, being of sound and disposing mind, but of such advanced age as to suggest a near approach of death, do make this my last will and testament, written with my own hand, and signed in the presence oi three competent witnesses. "1, I give and bequeath to my wife, Varina Davis, ail of my personal belongings, including library, furniture, correspondence anc the Brierfield plantation (proper), with al, its appurtenances, being and situated in thC county of Warren, state of Mississippi, and being the same on which we lived and toiled together for many yaars from the time of oui marriage. Giovanni Soiscente, a shoemaker, hasbeeu found guilty of murder in the second degree at New York for killing Henry Nowilc, a peddler, Dec. 10, 18S8. He will be sentenced to life imprisonment. at New York, His Confirmation. Bear Their Fate. Special Telegrams to 4 P. M. HIS KANSAS BREWERY DECISION. THREE POLICEMEN DISCHARGED. THE VARIOUS PLACES VISITED. Rev. Reubon Jeffrey, D.D., a proininenl Baptist clergyman, died in Brooklyn. To-Horrow'i Indication*. ttain. Warmer. Southerly io/ndt. The Business Done in the Senate and They Exhibited Too Much Sympathy foi Exercises at the Normal College—A Tour Bouse—A Long List of Presidential the Suspects to Satisfy Cb' t Hubbard. A copper digester, with a capacity of 1,001 gallons, at Gross' candle factory in Jersey City, exploded, killing Fritz Green wall. CUSHINQ AND GIBBONS MEET. Through Central Park and the Muse- The committee on rules, consisting of Ewing, Ward, Pfeffer, Hilt and Hart, reported some amendments to the playing rules. The most important were, that the pitcher's box be six feet long, with its forward line fifty-one feet from the center of tbe home base, thus putting the pitcher back a foot and a half; that the catcher's lines be wiped away; that batsmen should not be given the benefit of long hits that bring in winning runs; that two substitutes be allowed ; that the ten foot circle for foul balls be wiped away; that a fielder may catch a ball in any way except in his hat; that in future bulls be called "good" or "bad," and that two umpires offlciate. Appointments—Nominations Favorably Clan Men to Be Weeded Out—Th« urns—St. Patrick's Cathedral Inspected. Kntertalued by the Union League Club. Reported—Other Washington Mews. Chances of a New Trial. John Gallagher and G. H. Ward, the prizefighters who fought 105 rounds at Butte Mon., have died of their injuries. The Former Knocked Oat In the Twenty- New Yobk, Dec. 18.—Despite the disagreeable weather yesterday, the visiting delegates of the Pan-American congress, with their ladies, saw many of the sights of the metropolis, and enjoyed all they saw. The visitors left the Fifth Avenue hotel under care of the committee of the day, which included J. Edward .Simmons, chairman; Henry G. Marquand, Morris K. Jesup, William E. Dodge, John H. Inman, J. A. De Lima and John E. Alexandre. An escort of a dozen mounted police accompanied the carriages to the Normal culiege, where the delegates were receive d by President Simmons, of the board of education, and President Hunter, of the college. Washington, Dec. 18.—The senate in secret session confirmed a large number of nominations. Tbe only nomination which was debated at any length was that of David J. Brewer to be associate justice of the United States. More than an hour was devoted to this nomination, and it went over finally without action. The general impiession is that it will be confirmed in the ►jcret session today. The objections to Judge Brewer are as follows: More than four years iigo Judge Brewer decided the celebrated Kansas brewery cases in which the state sought to close up the brewries under a prohibitory law. Judge Brewer held in the Mugler case that the state could not cloee up a man's business without paying him for the plant and the value of the business as well. This decision was reversed by the supreme court of the United States, which held that it was within the police power of the state to close up these brewries without compensating their owners, the decision being based on the principles set forth in the decision of the celebrated New Orleans slaughter house cases. Chicago, Dec. 18.—The acquittal of Beggi «nd the conviction and heavy sentence of the other three Clan-na-Gael defendants in the Cronin trial has created turmoil and trouble among the ranks of tho "initiated,' and the conduct of Beggs since his discharge has added to the feeling. The free ox-senioi guardian, when asked his opinion of the trial outcome, said: Fourth Bound Wm. Salley has been found guilty of murder in the second degree in throwing Benja min Hatton overboard from an excursion steamer at New York, and causing his daatl by drowning. Tbe men had quarrelod about a young woman who was among the excursionists.8tamford, Conn., Dec. 18—A desperate piiza flehi took place early tbU morning at ■ well known sportntr resort near this place, between Austin Gibbor a, of Pa terson, and Mike Cushiug, the 120-pound champion. Gibbons knocked Ousting* out Id the twenty-fourth round, and was dedeclared the victor. The fight was for $2000 and the 126-pound championship. Every precaution had been taken to guard against interference by the police, and no trouble was had from that quarter. Among the snorting men prasent were Sullivan and McAuiiffe. Absolutely Pure "8. I give and bequeath to Mary Routt Ellis, of Philadelphia, Pa., all of my right, title and interest in and to the Elliston plantation, being and situated in the parish oi Tensas, state of Louisiana, thesamo boing the place on which her father resided. Four masked men, who robb:;d and fatally injured Henry Wright at Big Maumelle, Ark., were lynchod by his friends. This powder never varies. A marvel of parity strength end wholesomeness. More economic* than the ordinary kinds, and cannot be sold In competition with the multitude of low test, short weight, alum or phosuate powders. Sold only in cam. Royal Bakixq Powdib Co., 1M Wd 8t„ N.Ye "On tho whole, I am satisfied, but little Kunze shouldn't have been convicted. "Then you think it right that the othei three were convicted!" Fire destroyed the two story brick building iu Jersey City, used by ex-Congressman John Pidcock, of Warren county, for the preparation of sheep skins. Loss, (15,000; insurance unknown. At the evening session the law committee made a report. Judge Bacon, of New York, was engaged as counsel for the League, with power to engage the best local talent in the various cities at his own discretion. Chairman Vanderslice reported that two able lawyers had already been engaged to defend tbe action brought against Hall man and Bufflnton in Philadelphia. "8. I give and bequeath to Mary Ridgley Dorsey, eldest daughter of William H. G. Dorsey, of Howeird county, state of Maryland, all of my right, title and intorest in and to the 'Limerick' plantation, being and situated in the parish of Tensas, state of Louisiana, viz.: the interest in and to so much of said plantation as was the property of the late Mrs. Sarah A. Dorsey. "Well," replied Beggs meaningly, "I am sorry to say that the evidence tends to show that Burke, Coughlin and O'Sullivan must have known something about the murder." A Likely "Squealer." LX WILKES-BARRE PA.^Cf During a riot in a negro church at Kansas City, Kan., several men were dangerously injured. Hymn books and chairs were thrown. Then razors were used, chairs pounded over the heads of those present, and a scene of pandemonium reigned for some time. Big Wreck Near Cincinnati. Andrew Carnegie's Greatest Compliment. Cincinnati, Dao. 18—Tbe passenger train known as ibe "Big Four" collided with a freight train about elrty miles from this plioe. It is rumored that there is a heavy loss of life, but this report is discredited by the train dispatcher. About 1,(500 scholars rendered vocal selections. President Simmons read a chapter from the Bible, and several of the students gave recitations, which were of a patriotic order. Miss Cohen's selection was a part of Andrew Carnegie's views on "Triumphant Democracy." Mr. Carnegie at its conclusion thanked the young lady, and said it was the greatest compliment ever paid to him. President Simmons next gave a description of the work of the congress, and warmly welcomed the delegates to the Normal college. He told how the congress was brought about by act of congress during the last year of President Cleveland's term of office, and how much good was to be accomplished from the work of the delegates. Next he told how the Normal college was established in 1870 and how successful it had been in training scholars to become teachers. Thus far 4,500 students have been graduated and over 80 per cent, of them have become teachers in tho public schools. At present 2,800 students are in the college. This was strong language from Beggs, and has caused commotion among certain sections of the Clan-na-Gael, whose fingers are pointing at the discharged suspect as a likely "squealer." All the clubs, through their delegates, signed the engrossed constitution and articles of agreement. The president will select the place of holding the March meeeing. The convention was brought to a close by a happy speech made by President McAlpin. "4. I give and bequeath to my daughter Varina Anue Davis all the other propertyreal, personal and mixed—which was inherited by me from Mrs. Sarah A. Dorsey, deceased, and of which I may die seized and possessed. Five meu robbed the express office at Brownwooi, Tex., of $7,000. Walter Jones, the agent, was beaten into insensibility with a sandbag, and the safe opened and robbed. AND  Tho idea is being circulated that O'Sullivan was sacrificed in the case. It is claimed that for some strange reason facts were suppressed by the defense which would have exonerated the iceman completely. It ii said, as an instance, that he did not mike his famous contract with Cronin of his own volition; that the idea was put into bis head by n certain Lake View politician, who advised him to do so on the ground of saving money; that the politician induced him tc look for Justice Mahoney, who introduce*) O'Sullivan to Cronin, and that his advisei was really a conspirator. Therefore, it ii said, O'Sullivan was sacrificed because he knew actually nothing of the murder, and was an innocent party thereto. Was O'Sullivan Sacrificed? Don Jose Rodriguez has been nominated for president of Costa Rica by the electoral college. A Big Strike Ended. 68 Public Square. Judge Brewer Attacked. Pittsbubo, Dec. 18—The llonongahela River miners' strike is prictically ended. Tbe principle operator have agreed to concede to ibe demands of the strikers. Over 60C0 men will resume work. The Quaker Poet's Birthday. Since his nomination for the supreme bench Judge Brewer has been attacked continually by temperance advocates and tem perance journals. They have declared that a man who would render such a decision was not fit to sit in judgment on the questions that come before the supreme court. These protests had some effect on the judiciary committee, and the nomination was not approved unanimously in committee. In the secret session several peeches in explanation of Judge Brewer's decision were made. Senator Blair led the opposition and Senator Ingalls the defense. Senator Plumb was not present at the session. "5. To my wife, Varina Davis, and to my daughters, Margaret Davis Hayes and Varina Anne Davis, as residuary legatees, I give and bequeath all the property, real, personal and mixed, of which I may die seized and possessed, and which has not been disposed of by the preceding articles. William Dayman, a woalthy farmer of Harrison, N. Y., was in his barn when the building suddenly collapsed and fell with a crash burying Dayman under the ruins. When his body was recovered life was extinct.KOTE: Read every line of this card. Twllt put money In your pocket and bring contentment to ynnrmlnd. CLOAKS—CLOAKS—CLOAKS. Only a few more weeks left In which to procure aomo of our big bargains in Ladles' Mlsoee' and Ch 1 Iran's Cloaks. We have marked down ey. ry garment, some at ooft, some below manufacturing cos's. In order to sell out our entire 11-e of new stvllah, well-made Cloth Jacket*. New Markets, Connemaras, Misses' and Children's Coats-Capes— Seal Plush J ckets—Seal cloth Sacquss. Positively must be sold by January I-t. Tbe most wonderful reductions In prices ever known In cloak bual ess. Come and see for vourself. Don't miss this golden opportunity. The bappy hum of Holiday Bargains pervades our store. Veritably It la Santa Claua'a own warehouse. Amksbuut, Mass., Dec. 18.—John Greenleaf Whittier, the poet, was 83 years old Dec. 17. Recently, in answer to a question regarding his health, Mr. A Vh it tier said: "1 have never been robust. From both my parents I inherited a sensitive, nervous temperament. Lately I have not been able to write (or more than half an hour at a time, often not so long. But in many ways I feel that I have been blessed far beyond my deserving. I am grateful to the divine Providence, and I tranquility wait the closeof a life which  has been longer and J- whittier. oil tho whole happier than I had reason tc expect, although far different from thai which I dreamed of in my yOuth." A few days ago the newspapers made known to the public Mr. VVhittier's desire that on this anniversary friends and admirers should leave him undisturbed. In his own gentle and yet firm way he sayl he was tired; that he fell their desires for his happiness; that he thanked and loved the people, but that he must rest. So that any form of extending felicitations was abandoned, and he passed the day in peace and quietness. Exiled From Their Country. "I appoint my tried andtruo friend, Jacob TJ. Payne, of New Orleans, La., and my son-in-law, G. Addison Hayes, Jr., of Memphis, Teun., executors of this my last will and testament, they to serve without bond and to have immediato seizure and possession of all my property, contemporaneously with the happenings of my death, and to each I delegate the power to seloct and appoint his successor, to take effect in the contingency of the death of either before the affairs of the estate have been finally settled.William O. Chamberlain, for fifty years connected with the Sringfield (Mass.) armory, is dead, aged 72 years. TlPtis, Dec. 18.—A large number of Armenian exiles hive arrived here. They were expelled from the country on acoount of i suspicion that they had reported the Turkish atrocities. Six bridges on the California Southern railroad have been washed out at Salidad Canon, and the storm there has done $200.- 000 damage. Hanged at Richmond. The Closing Exercises. The Roman Catholic church at Freelton, Ont., was burned Monday night, and the Orangemen are charged with having set it on fire. Richmond, Vs., Deo. 18.—Patrick Hun was hanged here at 10:15 this morning. GRAND DISPL«Y OUAND DISPLAY OP Gen. Peraza replied with a short speech of thanks, after which Mr. Carnegie made a brief and humorous address. Then Miss Bloomfleld sang "Viva L'America," all the students joined in the chorus. Ex-President of Equador Jose Maria Placido Caamano, made the closing address in Spanish. He, too, thanked the New Yorkers for their eourtesies and paid a warm tribute to the young ladies for the entertainment they had provided. When he finished his romarks the scholars marched out and the delegates were conducted through the building. Senator Blair's llili Favorably Reported. The senate committee on education has authorized a favorable report on Senator Blair's bill "To aid in the establishment and temporary support of common schools." This is the bill commonly known as the "Blair educational bill," which passed th6 senate last session, but failed in the house. The senate committee on finance ordered a favorable report on the direct tax bill in the form in which it passed the two houses at the last congress and was vetoed by President Cleveland. The convicted men were more cheerful during the day, and all but Burke received many visitors. Kunze resumed his old feeling, and the jail corridors rang with hit laughter as he relieved himself of coarst jokes concerning his more unfortunate fellow pi-ssoners. How tli« Prisoners Act. Fowderly to be Arrested, THINGS BEAUTIFUL THINGS BEAUTIFUL FOR THW HOLIDAYS. THE HOUDAYH. OUR ENTIRE ESTABLISHMENT OUR ENTIRE E8TAHI IHHMENT GIVEN OVER TO ' HEIR DIST.PAY. GIVEN OVER TO THEIR OIBPLAY. a magnificent A boiler exploded at the Cambria Iron works, Johnstown, Pa., and Engineer Henegan was roasted to death by escaping steam. Miss Lizzie Kins, of Rochester, N. Y., waa found dead in bed nt the City hotel, Frederick, Ind. She had evidently died of apoplexy.Pittsburg, Dec. 18—Officers left hereto day for ScrantoD, to make arrests in the Pow' derly conspiracy case. "'In testimony whereof this will, written by my own hand, is signed on the day and date below written, and in presence of Frank Kennedy, R W. Foster and A. Evans. "Jefferson Davis." The property above described is mortgaged to the amount of $45,000. Three Policemen Discharged. Prices Take a Tumble Patrol Sergeant John Stift of the East Chicago avenue station; Patrolman Redmund McDonald of the same station, and Detective Michael J. Crowe of the Central station, were peremptorily discharged from the force by Superintendent Hubbard for neglect of duty. Stift and McDonald gave material evidence for the defense in the Cronin case. It is said Superintendent Hubbard has many other well known members in his diary as proper candidates for removal. Among these are supposed to be Barney Flynn, the detective, who secreted the two knives found on Coughlin, and belonging tc Dr. Cronin,; in a safety vault until he thought the evidence against Coughlin was all in, and Detective Palmer, who is said to have betrayed many secrete reposed in him by Superintendent Hubbard while he was acting as head detective in tho case. One who is in a position to know something of the intentions of the mayor and superintendent of police says that there will be a general weeding out from the department of all men whe arc Clan-na-Gaels or are in a position where they can be influenced by that cause. At W. a DdWiu's jewelry store, 162 Easi Market street., Wilkes-Barre. His holiday stock is very attractive and compiises a full line of watchi a, clocks, silver and silver plaied ware, diamonds, Jewelry and a great variety of American guns and revolvers. His prices astonish everybody. JOREGATION AGRKGATION OF NOVELTIES NOVELTU8 George N. Evans, a carpenter of Springfield, Ills., has been notified that he is one of si* heirs to $2,000,000, deposited in the Bank of England by his grandfather. Quay's Pension Bill. BLOWN TO ATOMS. Again taking carriages the guests were driven to the Metropolital Museum of Art in the park, and were conducted through the building. Afterward they wore given a luncheon, over which Mrs. C. P. Hunting ton, Mrs. G. W. Curtis, Mrs. Clement Studebaker, Mis. H. T. Davis, Mrs. Boitrke, Mrs. W. E. Dodge and Mrs. Henderson presided. After luncheon the guests again took carriages, and,'escorted by mounted park policemen, were driven through the park and over the terrace to the Museum of Natural History. • In Central Park, The senate committee on pensions authorized a favorable report on the bill introduced by Mr. Quay to increase the pensions of certain soldiers and sailors who are utterly helpless from injuries received or disease contracted while in the service. The bill provides that all persons who are or may become totally helpless as provided by this bill shall be entitled to a peusiou of $72 per month. Four Periions Instantly Killed In a The four convicted Cronin murderers will not be taken to the penitentiary until the motion for a new trial shall have been passed upon by the supreme court, which will be a year or more. Twill be Impossible In the much we hive to tell jrnu, to mention priori. The gran rush and crowd* dally vUlilng our nut establishment (ire beat assurance that we hare FROM EVERT CLIME. Calumet, Mich., Dec.t18.—Atl a. m. John Sullivan, Charles F. Carlson, A. Findlander and Andrew Adamsky, a Pglisli lad, 14 years of age, were blown to pieces while at work blasting in the drift at the sixteenth level at the Osceolo mine. It is supposed that a cap exploded while being set for a blast, setting off some sixteen sticks of Hercules powder and a box of blasting caps, and blowing the unfortunate miners to atoms. Michigan Mine. A Successful Dentist. Always the Lowest Pricea W"B»d the following from the "Elmira Telegram," Dt« i{: The Late F. B. Gowen'a Funeral, The wonderful success achieved by Dr. Welter, the proprietor of the famous Albany Dental Rooms, at Wilkes-Barre, is a source of wonder to many. It easily explained. He realized what the people w»nt«d—good dental work at low prices—and supplied the demand. His painless operations are also a strong point is his favor. No. 33 West Market St. Philadelphia, Dec. 18.—The funeral of the late Franklin B. Gowen took place at 11 o'clock. The funeral was, in accordance with the wishes of the family of the deceased, strictly private, being attended by but a few very intimate friends, among whom was Postmaster General Wanamaker. Rev. S. C. Hill, of Grace. Protestant Episcopal church, conducted services'at the house, at the conclusion of which the body was borne to Ivy Hill cemetery, where the interment was made. Before the funeral the wound in Mr. Gowen's head was examined minutely. Capt. Linden said he detected powder marks in the skin, and was convinced that it was a case of suicide. Dr. James Darrach, of Germantown, could see no powder marks, even with the aid of a strong glass. He evidently believes that the shooting was accidental. A Brooklyn Man Missing;. JONAS LONG'S Dec. 18.—Henry L. O'Brien, assistant cashier in the tax office and prominent among young society people in this city, has been missing several days. There are ugly rumors concerning his disappear ance with a note for $2,000 to which the indorsement of Senator O'Connor was forged. No one, however, ventures to accuse O'Brien of the forgery, and his relatives, who are wealthy people, say he only has gone out of town for a few days on business. It is certain that no one will be allowed to lose any money on his account. Young O'Brien is a nephew of Father Francioto, and has been president of the Emerald association, a leading social organization. The committee ordered favorable reports on a number of nominations Of collectors, etc. Among them are those of IB. J. Lacey of Michigan, to be comptroller of the currency; E. O. Leech, of the District of Columbia, ta be director of the mint; J. N. Patterson, of New Hampshire, to be second auditor of the treasury; John R. Lynch, of Mississippi, to be fourth auditor of the treasury; O. G. Bosbyshall, of Pennsylvania, to be superintendent of the mint at Philadelphia, and internal revenue collectors in New York, Pennsylvania, etc.  Gorgsons Display of Chrlalmas and New Vear's UstMla. The walls of the drift were literally smeared with the flesh and blood of the men. What was left of the bodies was gathored together, put in bags and brought to the surface. You'll remember where the rood fairy cornea Id and by a single touch or her magic wand turna a 1 thillg* Into sparkling rcenory and gorgroui dUplaD ; just so at Jonaa Long's, whoever • Isfta their Immense dry goods stores and their holiday annex at once »Itnecsea a «lmllar sight. Klertno lighr, place glass dec /rated interior, tier upon tier or holiday goods. Old Father Santa Ciaus Is their—sola Uncle Sam—on a bicycle; a full dress ball In fu 1 swing in the show window: In another window a veritable bazaar of holiday goods. In the midst of which is a Parisian lady dressed In strert costume, seal cloak, beautifully trimmed hat, magnificent dress; the lady oontlnually n volves by electrical mechanism. Ia the annex there's spue upon space devoted to pictures nameless descriptions, etchings oo satin, water color paintings, photographs, steel engravings, eto. Everything la represented. Hulcure seta, books bv the thousands, fancy bssketa, china ware, glassware, toys, brfc-a-braa in fact all has been done that could be done by I ha most enterprising and progressive Arm of Wilkea- Bart*. Jonas Long 68 and «0 West Market street, and ho'ldav annex M Public Square, Wllkee Barre. Surely visit us, or send us your mall orders. Greeted by Archbishop CorriffaiL, The delegates then drove down Fifth avenue, the coaches proceeding, stopping at the Roman Catholic cathedral. On entering the delegates were met by a priest, who conducted them to the chancel rail. In a few moments Archbishop Corrigan entered the cathedral. Each of the delegates and the ladies were introduced to him by Charles R Flint. To ench the Archbishop spoke a few words. Ho then conducted the visitors about the cathedral, explaining each portion of the architecture and dwelling upon the paintings in the windows. From the cathedral the delegates were brought to the Fifth Avenue hotel, where each one was presented with a copy of an address of welbome from the board of trade and transportation. Two More Fatally Mangled To the Ladles of Plttaton. Ishpeming, Mich., Dec. 18.—Two brothers, Swedes, named Berglund, were instantly killed in the Cleveland mine. They were investigating why a certain blast of dynamite had not exploded when the blast was suddenly discharged. Both men wero terribly mangled and died at once. Having devoted four years to conatant study of those weakness, peculiar to my sex, have also giveo my lime to the introduction of Dr. A. P. Sawyer's Uterine Pastille, and can cheerfully recommend this valuable medicine toeveiy nuttering woman, with the feeliug that none need suffer longer. Hundreds of ladiee throughout the Siato testify to its efficiency. Ladies can obtain this wonderful medicine of Mrs. R. H. Green. Truly your friend, Friends of the four prisoners convicted called on them during the day to exprest sympathy. Mrs. Coughlin leaned against the bars of the prisoners' cage and sobbed as though her heart would break, while her husband whispered such words of comfort and consolation as he could command. Visitors to the Prisoners. Washington, Dec. 18.—The president has sent to the senate the following nominations:Presidential Appointments. A Private Banker Fails. Toledo, 0., Dec. 18.—Edward Dalton, foreman of the improvement gang of the Lake Shore Railroad, who resides at Elkhart, Ind., met a horrible death here. He was engaged in repairing a skylight in the roof of the old Union depot, and in some manner fell upop an electric wire on the roof close by. His clothing was dampened by the drizzling rain which had been falling all day, and he was immediately prostrated by the heavy current. He lay there for half an hour before the current was shut off. When picked up it was found that he was terribly burned and swollen—literally cooked. He was 40 years of age and leaves a family. The coroner will hold an inquest. Another Fleetrie Horror. John W. Jacobus, of New York, to be marshal of the United States for the southern district of New York. Elmira, N. Y., Dec. 18.—In 1884 FrankG. Hall, a private banker here, closed the doors of bis bank and announced his inability to pay. His liabilities were about $210,000, and he tried to settle with his creditors by giving them real estate, on which he put values regarded as fictitious, und the offer was declined. After turning over $100,000 to his uncle on what have been alleged to be bogus claims, Hall made an assignment. Certain creditors fought the assignment for five years, and are now rewarded by a verdict setting it aside. Hall's lawyers will appeal. Hall is now a resident of Dansvllle, N. Y., having left Elmira about the time of his break up. There were insurance policies on Mr. Gowen's life aggregating $1200,000. It is not believed that any of the companies will contest payment because of the manner of death. Cassius M. Clay Anistett thinks that Gowen was murdered by friends of the Molly Maguires prosecutcd by the deceased. O'Sullivan's sister, accompanied by her husband, paid the iceman a visit. She wept bitterly over her brother's fate. Mrs. K. L. Adams, Boston, Uaw. Eugene G. Hay, of Minnesota, to be attorney of the United States for the district of Minnesota. It is announced on tho authority of Senator Morris M. Estee that another extended trip through the country for the Pan-American delogates has been definitely decided upon It will take southern states as far as New Orleans, and then west as far as Ban Francisco. The date for the departure pf tho delegates has not been fixed. Another Tour of the Country. Kunze's sweetheart and a lady friend visited him. The little German was jocose and tried to cheer them up. Something Perhaps Yon Know. Fremont Wood, of Idaho, to be attorney of the United States for the territory of Idaho. That T. R. Staley, watchmaker, comer of Nain and Water streets, bas not the largest stock in Pennsylvania, nor all the best goods in the county, but he has much the largest slock in Pittstoa of watches, clocks, silverware, gold spectacles, line umbrellas, Ac, from which to select a holiday present. Pine Bibles, and P. H. Revell's publications and Christmas cards also kept in stock. Willoughby Cole, of California, to be attorney of the United States for the Southern district of California. No one called to see Burke, and he did not seem to feel hurt at his isolation. He still maintains the cool demeanor that has always characterized him. JONAS LONG, Oldest, Largest, Leading Dry Qooda House in Northeastern Perm's. Lock Havkn, Pa., Dec. 18.—The coroner's jury investigating the death of William Lovett, who was found murdered on Hunday, rendered a verdict that the unfortunate man came to his death by being beaten with a heavy club by Charles Brown, with whom he had a difficulty Saturday night. Charles Brown and his brother William had been arrested on suspicion, but no evidence was elicited connecting the latter with the crime, and he was accordingly released from custody. llrnwn (Jaeil the Club. George E. Gard, of California, to be marshal of the United States for the Southern district of California. Discussing the question of a second trial of the Cronin case, a local paper says: "The supreme court of II linois has already held in the cases of prisoners like these adjudged guilty of Cronin's murder, that no second jury which may be impaneled can increase the degree of punishment inflicted by the first or original jury, and that any such provision in the law would prejudice the case of the prisoners in the rehearing. The second jury may, therefore, decrease the sentence, but can, under no circumstances, increase the penalty." Tlie Kfleet of a Second Trial, The Uolon League Club Reception. The reception and banquet tendered by tlio Union League club last night was one of the most elaborate entertainments ever given by any similar organization in this city. The interior of the club house was ablaze with light and floral decorations. The gilded pillars on the ground floor were artistically entwined with United States and South American flags, and the walls and ceilings of the balls and reception rooms were covered with costly tapestried. The dome at the head of the main staircase was draped with valuable fabrics, and on entering the library a gigantic, palm, which stood in a carved bronze vase, gave a tropical appearance to the entire apartment. Banks of bright hued orchids, in full bloom, filled the alcoves between the polished bookcases, and wreaths of immortelles hung thick around the portraits of Lincoln, Garfield and Grant. Cyrus Loland, Jr., of Kansas, to be collector of internal revenue for the district of Kansas. Discontent In a Brazilian Province. Alphonso Barto, of Minnesota, to be register of the land office at St. Cloud, Minn. London, Dec. 18.—A dispatch from Lisbon to The Times says the story of the theft of the Empress Theresa's diamonds from the palace at Petropolis is untrue. They were not left in the empress' rooms, as alleged, but were placed in safe custody, where they remain intact Reports have reached Listen of great discontent in the Rio Grande provinces, whose inhabitants have declared that they would rather unite with Uruguay than consent to a federation of the Brazilian states. N B. 20years experience in repairing watches has given Mr. Staley the leading position in Pitutoo and vicinit) in this line of bis trade. Trenton, N. J., Dec. 18.—In the United States circuit court here Judge Edward T. Green adjudged the common council of the city of Elizabeth guilty of contempt of court for failing to levy a tax to satisfy a judgment procured by the Moran Brothers, of New York, in the above court against the city of Elizabeth for $9,803 and costs. The sixteen gentlemen comprising the council will soon be brought to this city for sen- The Council In Contempt. August Kickbusch, of Wisconsin, to be register of the land office at Wausau, Wis. "The night sets in on a world of snow, While the air grou/8 sharp and ohill, William Westerman, of M.miesota, to be receiver of public moneys at St Cloud, Minn. For Rent—Dwellings in Piitston and West Pitiston at $6 to $30 per month. Several stores, offices, manufactories, etc. For Rent or Sale. And the warning roar of a fearful blow Andrew M. Crawford, of Oregon, to be receiver of public moneys at Roaeburg, Ore. A Worthy Father's Unworthy Soli. Frank M. Foote, of Wyoming, to be receiver of public moneys at Evanston, Wy. T. Buffalo, Dec. 18.—Charles Farweli, son of the late Judge Farweli, of Medina, pleaded guilty in the police court to the charge of stealing $10 from a Chinese laundryman on Nov. 16, and was sent up for thirty days. Young Farweli had $30,000 left him a few months ago, and has squandered it all. He has a $60,000 legacy due in a short time. For Sale—Vacant lots in Pitta ton, West Pittaion and Hugheetown, also a few dwellings, on monthly installments. Some tip top investments in properties worth $1,000 U $40,000. G. a Thompson, Agt la heard on the distant hill; And the Norther I See on the moun- The Prisoners' Friends Hopeful. tain peak In his breath, how the old trees Also a long list of recess appointments. Friends of the convioted men in this city do not seem inclined to consider the verdict as a final decision. So far ap regards the acquittal of Beggs, three Irishmen seen by a reporter were willing to concede that it was no more than just, because, while Beggs presided over the secret committee which condemned Cronin, there was, they say, not the slightest evidence to connect him with the crime itself. It is generally conceded that there will be a retrial, and continued effort on the part of the friends of Coughlin, O'Sullivan and Burke to secure their liberation.tcnce. Washington, Dec. 18.—The senate passed the small deficiency bill appropriating $ 150,- 000 for public printing and binding, and $350,000 for preliminary printing for the eleventh census. A resolution was agreed to authorizing the sergeant-at-arms to appoint, when necessary, special deputies. A communication from the president recommending a further extension of the limit for the continuance of the International Maritime conference for two months from Jan. 1, 1890, was presented and referred. Congressmen Will Get Their Salaries. Meriiien, Conn., Dec. 18.—The Republicans elected all their ticket except city clerk, and are returned to power after being out three years. Benjamin Page (Rep.) for mayor has 343 majority. Herman Hess (Dem.) wins the city clerkship on his personal popularity. The council will stand 21 Republicans to 9 Democrats. The fight was not a political one, the point at issue being a proposed increase of city taxes, which idea will now be abandoned. Republicans Win at Meriden. writhe and shriek. He shouts on the plain Ho Ho I Ho Ho! Collision at Bergen Point. The Science of Cooking New York, Dec. 18.—A through freight train of the Baltimore and Ohio railroadman into a coal train of the Central railroad of New Jersey, at Bergen Point station, smashing the Baltimore and Ohio engine and a number of cars of both trains. The engineer of the Baltiraoro,and Ohio train was severely injured, while the brakeman of the same train was slightly bruised. The accident was caused by the coal train backing on to the main track. He Killed His Father. Can be acquired id perfection ODly by those of natural adaptability and delicate alimentary perceptions. Being an export judge of raw material*), the perfect cook knows the exact combinations and preparation necessary to produoe desired flavors aod digestibility. These qualifications, the experience which teaches ibe peculiaiities of popuUr taste, with energetic enterprise, have made Lobmann's Mahogany Palace a favoriti refreshment house, No. 139 B. Market street, Wilkes- Barre. And drives from his nostrils the blinding snow Ana growls with a savage will." Choice Paintings antl Tapestries, St. Louis, Dec. la—Emil Gunther, a dissipated and shiftless youth, quarreled with his father, George Gunther, aged 70 years, and killed the old man with a hatchet. The, murderer has not yet been arrested. The father had refused to let his son lire at home because of his being a hard drinker and of a shiftless disposition. The walls of the art gallery, at the opposite end of the hall, were covered with choice paintings which had been selected from some of the best known galleries in this country. The ballroom on the floor above was even more elaborately decorated than the library. The stage at the furthor end was concealed by a mass of palm and lacelike ferns. Their deep green color stood out in bold relief to the brilliant tints of the gobelin and Beauvais tapestries which lined the walls on either bide of the proscenium arch. Such a night as this makes • man appreciate the warmth and comfort of his buna; truly thankful that he has such a refuge and place of reet. How oomfortable the slippers feel that his wife or daughter has provided with living thought f.Dr hU comfort. Christmas has been long observed as the special or particular season for making presents of slippers, aod as I make a specialty of clippers for the holidays, and knowing that the thoughtful person does not delay hid or her purchase until the last day iB at band, I invits you to call early and inspect my fine slock that has been selected with much care. As there is no shoddy goods among them, I can give yon the best value for yoor money. A. L. Towner's Star Shoe Store, 58 N. Main street. The house joint resolution to pay officers and members of both houses their December salaries on the 20th instant was passed. Mr. Mitchell offered a resolution, which was agreed to, calling on the postmaster general for estimates of the cost of extending the free delivery system to towns of not less than 3,000 population and $5,000 gross revenue and also to towns of not less than' 5,000 population and $7,000 gross revenue. Influenxa tu New York. The Verdict Abroad. Chicago's Comic Opera Scheme, New York, Dec. 18.—No new cases of influenza have been reported to the board of health. The members of the Klamroth family, in Forty-sixth street, who are afflicted with the ailment are getting along as well as could be expected. The malady in these cases is of a rather mild form, and it is possible that no further cases will occur, though physicians generally believe that the epidemic is unavoidable. London, Dec. 18.—The verdict in the case of the Cronin murderers is a prolific source of newspaper comment throughout the kingdom, and is productive of perfect satisfaction to nobody. To the few journals openly or covertly sympathizing with the prisoners on various grounds, the finding of the jury seems vindictive and totally at variance with the evidence, as they profess to interpret it. After the Dock Commissioners. Chicago, Dec. 18.—It is reported today that the Auditorium management is in negotiation with Sir Arthur Sullivan for a prolonged season of comic opera to open in February next, under the personal direction of the eminent composer. It is proposed to produce all of the Gilbert and Sullivan operas except tho "Gondoliers," with the largest and strongest company ever seen in com ic opera in the world. New York, Dec. 18.—The mayor has cited the dock commissioners to appear before hiip Dec. 19 to answer charges of mismanage ment, etc., based on the evidence recent!} taken by the commissioners of accounts, and show cause why they should not be dlfrmissed.Croup, Whooping Couirb snd Bronchitis immediately relieved by Shiloh's cures. Sold by all druggists  The guests were received by President Chauucey M. Depew, Hon. James G. Blaine, Cornelius N. Bliss, Esq., Mayor Grant and Recorder Smyth. Supper was served at 11 o'clock, and was very elaborate. The menu had been prepared under the direction of Club Steward Waiuwright. After supper dancing began and was continued during the remainder of the evening, a largo orchestra furnishing appropriate music. Among the well known people present not heretofore named were Collector Erhardt, Gen. Fitz- John Porter, John Inman, A. J. Drexel, John T. Aguew, W. J. Arkell, Hon. Benj. F. Tracy, Archbishop Corrigan, Admiral Braine, Gen. Sherman, Gen. Sickles, J. H. Choate, Warner Miller, A. B. Cornell, John Jay, C. Vanderbilt, A. Carnegie. W. M. Evarts, C. P. Huntington, J. Pierpont Morgan, W. VV. Astor, and Judges Barrett, Bedgwick, O'Gorman, Bush, Ingraliam, Allen, Brown, Van Hoesen, Truax and Patterson. It ia Good « ork to Give Health. Washington Notes. On the other hand, the great majority of the papers, Liberal and Conservative, regard the penalties fixed by the jury as ridiculously inadequate to the enormity of the crime the prisoners were plainly convicted of, and are consequently inclined to express their great disappointment that the wretches are not to be hanged forthwith. A Maritime Exhibition Banquet. The only remedy for blood disorders is one thst will expel the germs of oi«ease, and make the blood pure and rich. That ia beet effected by Dr. David Kennedy's Favorite Remedy, of Bondout, N T, a medicine of great value in the treatment of all blood disorders and diseases of the kidneys. It tones the system and helps to do good work. Washington, Dec. 18.—Some 150 cases of presidential postmasters whose terms have expired during the mouth of December and others which have been pending will be sent to the White House in a short time. The president is ready to give these cases consideration, and it is expected that a large number of nominations will be ready for the senate when it meets after the holiday recess. Salt Lake City, Dec. 18.—Further arrests aro being made in connection with the alleged frauds in disbursing public funds. Mayor Armstrong has been arrested on nine indictments The county clerk, county surveyor and half a dozen other officials were also arrested. All gave bonds to appear for examination Saturday. Salt Lake's City's Scandal Boston, Dec. 18.—The exhibitors at the National Maritime exhibition tendered a banquet at Mechanics' Hall last evening to the managers of the exhibition. Over 2,000 persons participated, and speeches expressing appreciation of the value of the exhibition were made by prominent persons. Iron Furnaces Shut Down. Reading, Pa., Dec. 18.—The well known Joanna furnace, at Joanna, this county, and the Jones iron ore mines, nearby, havecltDsed down for the winter, probably for four months. The Jones oro mines are among the oldest in the couutjy, ore having boon mined 150 years ago, and almost continually since. Nearly 1,500 tons of pig iron are 6tored at the furnace, which will not resume operations until its over production is disposed of. ASTHMA CUBED SCHIFFMAHirS ASTHMA CURE jjjjllSIl Brooklyn, Dec. 18.—James B. Allen, who shot himself In front of Dr. Nott's house in Carlton avenue because Kate Kissam, a domestic omployed in the house, refused to marry him or see him again, has died in the hospital. Allen came from Albany, and was once a letter carrier in Washington. A Rejected Lover Kills Himself. To Kill Corea's King;. 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Several high officials implicated in the conspiracy have been exiled to Hong Kong. Buffalo, N. Y., Dec. 18.—Roe L. Hendrick, indicted for attempted blackmail on the family of Judge Lewis, has pleaded guilty, and sentence will be passed on Saturday. Edward Mi las, indicted for the same offense, will be released, Hendricks having stated that he had no hand in the affair. The Montana Difficulty, Attorney General Miller today appointed Benjamin A. Hagood and John Wingate assistant United States attorneys for South Carolina. Helena, Mon,, Dec. 18.—Governor Toole sent his message to the senate and Democratic house of representatives ignoring the Republican house. The senate considered the messago in tho afternoon. The Republican house has so far paid no attention to the warrant sent to the members by the Democratic body. A resolution to disregard it was introduced during the afternoon session. A Central Conductor on Trial. The Ailelphla Academy IJunied J N. 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