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              ftirnin® JsPge (Saiettr. rrnisAO OWIKHVJI MHT IIIi 1 jifsnAot BOtuerVy fiv*ft l*wl 1M»»I| i»f , «.'! ,(iini*tl; '«ii »nu,l ,ii«»mu/l * V ffl *1 ' " 'I ( uA • *«C l»*n*tlMI •A*' /YTw* «»/» rrt «. 1 . ■ !.'■« «.C!■ «»»JC,I PITTSTON. PA , SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1887. THE REPUBLICAN CLUBS, THE VEXED QUESTION IN CONGRESS. UK. GOMPERS RE-ELECTED A FEAIVUL BOILER EXPLOSION. THE GREAT RUSSIAN BEAR. A Rush for Zero Goods! Republican Consultations la Anticipation Five Penoa* lactantly Killed and Mu| 8ECOND DAV8 PROCEEDINGS AT THE NEW YORK CONVENTION. of Democratic Action. WASpnaapM. Die. 17.—The Republic ns of th* househave been holding informal consultations upon the tariff question, and talking the matter over generally to aee how they ■tend. Mr. Reed, Mr. Kelly, Mr. Mc- KinVy and others hare been going about among than member* as to whom they were \S PRESIDENT OF THE AMERICAN Daaaaroualjr Wounded. Vw csatru, P*., Dm. 17.—Five persons were killed and aa many more injured yesterday afternoon by the explosion of on« of the boilers in the work* of the Edlsor ttafsBperintttiidenl of the works, head blown nearly off and body badly crushed; Siwood Becket, colored hod carrier, body terribly soalded and crashed; Mary Jones, a school girl, 14 yeari of n*e, struck on the head and died instantly; Samuel Webb and John Bradley, colored THE MASSING OF THS ARMIES ON FEDERATION OF LABOR, THE FRONTIER. WoTrrH Sound Seasonable Advice: A Generous Reception Aeeorded Hon rke Attitude of the Federation Toward, the Knight* of Labor Clearly Deflned-"- A Resolution Advocating Arbitration, With a Sympathy for Ireland Am«dC went, --ii" trim, while the Cur'i Attitude B*aDlu Defiant—He Neither Deelrei Nor Tear* W»r—Gmnu; Wutl More goMlera. It Croim Increased In Alt- Keep Warm and Don't"Kick William K. Chandler as He IWees th* Xame Still Rvokas Cheers—A LlCaor Resolution. Haw YfflW, Dec. 17.—After Temporary Chairman Ryan had oalled tbe convention of Republican clubs to order yesterday forenoon the names of the clubs represented were read oat, There were 850 in all. represented by 1.M9 Cflegates. As.the names ol John Sherman, U. 8. Grant, Charles Sumner, John A Logan, Ben Wade and Jamw G. Blaine were read there wee continuoui applause. As on the first day, every rofereuce to Blaine brought forth uproarious applanee. o. la doubt and with the riei of Mouii« harmonious action. They hare gradually pared their proposition down from what they would like it to be to make it doceptable to their member* who lean toward tariff reform until they hare got it down to where they think they can all agree. They have decided to meet any proportion brought forward by the Democrats with one of their own, which they will propoee as a substitute. They hare not definitely and finally decided upon the character of this substitute, as to every matter of detail, and they cannot until they learn more of what the Democrats are going to propose. They will shortly hold a more formal conference for a final adoption of the plan. At it stands now it is uncertain whether or not they will propoee to take the tax off sugar. They hare agreed os to tobacco, but they still hare some things to consider before settling the question as to Vrenif*, Dec. IT.—At the opening of the Bourne yesterday there was almost a pinto Ear Muffs, 10c. to $1.50 each. Scotch Gaps, 25c. to 90c. each. Gents' Half Hose, fine "all wool," 25c. to 50c. Extra Quality Black Jersey Gaps, 20o. each. Man's Red Mitts, 25c. (good) to 50o. pair. Fine Flannel Shirts, 11.00 to $2.50. Gents' Mufflers, 25c. (full size) to $3.50 each. Bed Underwear, 50c. to $2.00 a garment. Men's Seal Gaps, full roll, $5.00, $6.00 and $10.00 best. Detroit new shspe fnr Caps, richly lined, $3.00, Bearer Fur Mufflers, $5.00, Nntria $3.00. Boy's Fur Turbans, 50c. real fur, to fl.50 fine seal. Fur (Beaver) Sets for overcoats $7.00. Boys' Silk Plush Gaps, fall roll, $1.25 and $1.50, Storm Gap, full roll, 25c. each, worth 50o. Fur Gloves, Nutria, $3 25, Beaver *5.00, Seal $10.09. Lap Bobes, $6.00 to $13.00 each. A fine assortment, all elegantly lined, with Plush Medalion Centre, Black, Grey, White, and two color effects (New) in Black and White. Baltimore, Dec. 17.—Atyeeterday's morning session of the American Federation of Labor a proposition was submitted providing for a per capita assessment of Ore cents p»r week th cases of strikes or lockouts where it may be deemed necessary. The question was referred to a popular vote of tbe affiliated unions, to report at the next convention. Tbe convention favored boycotting in cases of necessity. it being maCi j that on the Premier tod Tissa of Hungary bad been summoned to attend a council of ministers at Vienna. Later, the Journal de St Petsrsbonrg's article disclaiming Russia's responsibility for the present state of affairs in Europe helped the recovery of the market. Still, Anstrinn and Hungarian securities clowd at a ik-uae of to 7 per cent. Pr. J. H. SCHXNOK has published ▲ NEW AND ELABORATE laborers. The injured are: Edward Schofield, a lineman, badly scalded and crashed, injured internally, and will die; Prank Kinnan, a lumberman, scalded about the fact and slightly braised; William Richardson, a fireman, scalded and cot oil the head; Jacob Brown; a laborer, seven cuts on head: William Allison, a laborer, legs cut and badly scalded. D. O. Taylor, clerk of the courts, and several workmen whose names are not known, are missing. BOOK CONSUMPTION, UVER COMPLAINT m DYSPEPSIA on the Treatment and Core of Pbsth, Dec. 17.—'fiiD Austrian press are unanimously of the opinion that the article published in the St. Petersburg Official Military Gasette in relation to the military preparations of the powers has greatly increased the acatenses of the situation. At the afternoon session tin ineffectual attempt was made to further Increase the president'* salary to (1,500. A comuuication wii read suggesting the If.ption of a uniorm label for all tion made goods. jbs deration of be report of the committee on con- Hution was then C*umed. The report of the committee as amended a* adopted and ubatituted for the To listen to tin on rule* mad order c report of the committee matter t* I* tended to, «cxd 8*n- The explosion was terrific. For squares away the bouses were shaken and windows broken. The big building was almost demolished, and large pieces of iron machinery were thrown .hundreds of feet in the air. Many bricks and pieces of iron and wood were found several equares away. Before the smoke and steam had half cleared away the tall and heavy smokestack fell with a crash, knocking down the walls of the building, which were still standing, and burying the men who bad before stood some chance of getting out alive. The Feather Lloyd says Austria must make military preparations involving large expense. The paper also states that it is untrue that Roumania will, in the event of war, place two army corps on the Russian frontier. Roumania will in any event remain neutral. Well informed persons believe that Russia may threaten, but that she will not venture to challenge the triple allianoe. which will be mailed FREE to all who want it. If you are, or know of any one who is, afflicted with, or liable to any of these diseases, send name and address (plainly written) to Dr. J. H. 8CHENCK * SON. (Name this paper.) Philadelphia, Pa. atnf William E. Chandler, of New Hampshire, stepped forward as chairman of the committee and marie the report. Business Failures. N*w York, Dm. 17.—The business failon* occurring throughout the coufttry durtbe last seven days, as reported to R. G. Dun £ Co., number, for the United States 254, and for Canada 84, or a total of 288, as against • total of 254 last week and 244 the week previous to the last. The figures for the corresponding week of last year were also 288—280 in the United States and 28 in Canada. Tbe large increase in the number of casualties this week over the previous week arises almost altogether in the western states. , .JBZ - - Mr. Chandler1* ap- PARKER'S Scotch Gloves, extra warm, 50c. worth 75o. Ladies' Ear Muffs, 50c. to $1.00. pearance sent the convention inta an hysteria of ap- St. PETJtr.SBuno, Dec. 17.—The Official Uilitsry Gajtette article favorably impressed the publlo mind as exactly expressing the national feeling. Russia neither desire* nor feari war. RICKETTS THE HATTER. plause, and be coo- W ork was immediately began to extricate the living, and then attention was turned to the dead. There was known to have been at least ten persona in the building when the boiler blaw np. In half an hour all of thaw still living had been dug out None of them is thought to be dangerously wounded exoept Lineman Schofleid. The physicians say it will be impossible for him to live. Two or three of the others tree severely scalded. JEWELRY and BRIC-A-BRAC descended to smile while the delegatee William ■. chandler. refused to do anything but yell At last Mr. Chandler was allowed to read his report, wbioh was wry concise. Oen. Robinson, of Bingham ton, N. Y., offered a reeolpUea favoring increased harbor defenses. A resolution which caused a eeneation was offered by Mr. Grosvenor, of Ohio. It was one denouncing UD6 appointment of Secretary Lamar to tbe supreme bench. All resolutions were referred without debate. 2 sahuel oompers. old constitution. The report of the treasury committee was adopted. It regret* that many associations have failed to pay their per capita tax.' Tbe report of the committee on officers was then submitted. It suggested that two delegate* be selected to attend tbe congress of trades unions in London in 1888. This Was striken out, the federation contenting itself with recommending that trade* unions send delegates to that congress. Tbe report also recommended a reduction in the hours of labor and to obtain better legislation for workinpmen. It had tbe following in reference to the Knights of Labor, which was ndopted by a rising vote: The Journal de St Petersbourg says: "Every impartial judge will admit that Rusaia is not respbns '.Id for the continuous re-enforeemcr-.:.* uua the condition of armed peace." I MERRY CUR STIR OS."*®} WILKB3.BARBE New York, Dec. 17.—The steel cruiser Chicago was subjected to tbe contract trial for horse power on Long Island sound yesterday, and it appear* that her performance exceeded all expectations. Beginning at 9:30 tbe engine* were kept at full speed for six consecutive hour*, without accident of any kind. The members of the advisory board who accompanied the ship express satisfaction sit the results attained. Tbe speed obtained was slightly in excess of 16X knots an hour. A Satisfactory Test. Buutr, Pec. 17.—According to the Reichsanseigar's version of Gun. Von SchellendorfTs speech on the military bill yesterday, the minister of war said that the object of the bill could be perfeotly summed up in the words of the emperor on the opening of parliament, that the empir*. by God's help, should become so strong that It could meet every danger with calmness, from whatever quarter it might be attacked. The minister, continuing, said that danger threatened not from the warlike disposition of allied powers, for German people always leaned toward peace, but from attack* by other people. The empire was strong, and it had allies, but in war its might depended only upon its own strength. It must be mod# so powerful that it would be feared as a foe and courted as an ally. The bill aimed to increase considerably the numerical strength of the army through extension of the term of service in the Landstarm. The additional strength given will be of great value, and with the physical hard I noes of the Germans no difficulty will be experienced in giving effect to the provisions of the bill. The Germans, he felt sure, would not be sparing of their powers when the time came for beating off the enemy. Pabis, Dec.' 17.—In the chamber of deputise yeeterday Gen. Logerot, minister of war, asked a military credit of 11,400,000 francs, and was supported by the budget oommittee. The chamber, however, by a vote of 395 to 235, adopted an amendment by H, Brice, granting only 4,000,u00 francs. This establishment still re'alns the lead Ins peeitloa It has so long held, and for the pre—' t holiday trade offers unprecedented attractions, both in the rloh and elaborate character of Its goods and In lla unapproachable prior*. Bupt T. Walter Embree's body was the last one to be recovered. It presented a ghastly appearance. A piece of iron or wood had struck him on the bead, almost severing it. Mary Jones, the little school girl, woe walking a square • way at the time of the explosion. A heavy plank strpok her and crashed her skull. She was instantly killed. The bodies of Webb and Bradley were hot found until after dark. It is feared other bodies may be under the debris. Tbe following resolution was offered by Mr. Blrdsall, of Binghamtoo, whom Temporary Chairman Ryan called "Burchard:" DIAMONDS Resolved. That the .sense of this convention Is that the present tariff ami internal revenue tax on whlakj *ad tobacco should be maintained, •ad the aet proceeds from whisky and tobacoo to divided among the- states, according to the ■pofotfaflntW to toward tbe payment of the taxes on real estate as the best means of disposing of the surplus. " The growth of the Federation is due to the fact that the men who are employed is any particular branch of Industry understand the nature of it and the difficulties connected with it better ■ban those who are unacquainted with the trade, m l have therefore resolved to Join the organisation that accords them tbe right of self-control that the strikes whlcn bavo taken plane within the past few years In connection with the K. of L. have mr.de t lie members of that body discontented with the management of their aff lire, as It has Uen customary to allow strikes involving teus ot thousands of men to take place, and after their local funds were exhausted order them back to work. There is a strong sentiment prevailing and rapidly increasing among workingmen that open organizations are best. The attitude of the Knights ot Labor towards many of tbe trades unions coaneeted with the American Federation of Labor has been anything but friendly, and while their declaration of principle* advocate* assistance to trades unions, their practices in many cases have been entirely foreign to thoei principles. While we agree tha£a conflict is not desirable on our part, we also believe that the party or Dower which seeks to exterminate the trades unions of this country should be met with unrelenting opposition, whether that power consist* of millionaire employers or men who title themselves Knights ot Labor. President Oompers introduced a resolution expressing satisfaction at the effort* being made to establish a treaty between the United State* and Great Britain lookiag to the settlement by arbitration of all questions difficult of solution through tbe ordinary diplomatic channels, and thanking Win. R Cremer, M. P., for bis exposition at the object of his visit to this country. Mr. Joseph Wilkinson tacked on the following araeudraeut: TO ALL are a prominent speolalty; a full assortment of tare gems of guaranteed parity, at prleee commonly asked for off-ooler and imperfect stonss. A small line of vety choice Royal Worcester, Dresden and Boleeak ware, the Onent products of the potter's art. Bole agent for Qorham's celebrated solid sliver ware. Every desirable kind of gold, silver and richly Incrusted preeentatlen watchee. Jewelry in great profusion, solid and plated. An elegant display of imported and domaatio novelties, seasonable and rare. Sold and silver head umbrellas and canea. Charles Cut, Iowa, Dec. 17.—Chester Bellows was hanged yesterday forenoon for the murder of Alice Waterman, his niece. Shortly after 10 o'clock, preparations for tbe execution were begun. It required the united effort* of four men to place tbe bandcuffs on hi* wriat*, and they were only successful after throwing him to the floor. During the melee he bit one'of the guards severely on the hand. He was dragged up the steps of the scaffold piteousiy crying, "Plea** don't" Dragged to tbe Scaffold. A DANDY DEFAULTER, Senator William'X. Evarts, who was unanimously chosen permanent chairman, made one ot hi* characteristic speechs* on assuming tbe position. I Attar thanking the convention for the honor conferred upon h'm be went into a brief review of the president's message, and urged the neoesslty of paying attention to the charga* of election frauds at the south.' He Wore Good Clothes at the Expense of Attractive Holiday Goods PHiLADKUmt, Dec. 17,—The systematic course of robbery which Joeepb G. Knight, the arreeted defaulter of the Manufacturers' National bank, carried on for twenty years, is the main topic in mercantile and social circles. President Moffley, of the bank, said that Knight's relatives are very wealthy and could have raised the $65,000 stolen in a few hours had they undertaken the task. One of the directors, when asked to explain why the fraud was not detected, said that there was only one way to prove Knight's accounts, and that was to add the individual deposits up doily and see if the column footings were correct. The directors never thought of doing fthia. Depositor*. T. C. PARKER, Cor. Square and South Main Street, Wilkea-Baria. Atthe conclusion of Mr. JSvarts' address Mr. Boyle, of Ohio, presented the report of the committee on permanenforganisation of club* The report strongly advocated tbe organisation and was accompanied by drafts for constitutions of national ana state league*. FOR YOUNG AND OLD Philadelphia, Dec. 17.—Tbe report that George W. Child* would allow his name to be preaented at the national Republican convention a* a candidate for president, was denied by Mr. Childs yesterday afternoon, fie said: "My sentiment as expressed two years ago when my name was spoken of for the office has not changed in tbe least. I then, appreciating' the oompliment, positively declined to allow the use of my name and under no circumstances would I accept tny office, great or small." Mr. Childs Not a Candidate. ONE WEEK MORE. —AT— After the report of the committee on perinsftnent organisation had baen read and .adopted a resolution was adopted that the •delegations meet and select. 4 vice-president .and secretaries and present their name* to .the convention. Never put off baying Christmas goods till the last minute when yon must elbow your way through the crowd and perhaps decide too hastily in consequence. All goods are now in and the display is at its bast. You have the widest ohoice of selection, room to see, time to think. Whether useful or not, Christmas gifts should always be beautiful—appropriate to the giandeat holiday of all the year— bright and precious souvenirs—emblems of generous affection. No where in all thii region can you find it better display of Holiday Goods than at the store of Coons & Oilman's Trade Palace Knight was noticeable for fata neatness and rather dandified appearance and look* yoiiogpr than ha really is. Be always dressed in the beat of fashion and boasted of wearing a freeh suit of underclothes every day. He wore as fnepy as three and sometimes four or Ave different suite a weak, and bad a different hat for each kind of weather. Regularly every mornidlf he would ride down town In a street car as far aa the corner of Chest ut and Thirteenth streets and then walk down the former thoroughfare to the bank at Third street. The other clerks told him he did this to show off his good clothes. It is thought that the slack methods of running business at the bank prior to 1870 gave Knight a chance to take a little money.  Beat Hie Own Record. A vote of thanks was tendered Mr. Ryan if or bis able and impartial tervioes as tern poultry chairman. Baltimore, Dec. 17.—William Bird Page, of the University of Pennsylvania, champion high jumper, beat his own indoor record last niiht at Ford's Opera house. He cleared an elevation of sis feet, bis forjner record being but five feet eleven and one-quarter inohss. At 1:30 receai wu taken until 3 p. m. During the noM the various delegation* rat at their .hotel headquarter*. It wa* 4 unlock when the C on vention reassembled. During the recess Hi* New York delegates had net at the Grand Opera bouse and caucused for candidates for offloers of the propoaed national league. Thay had purpared the following Mat: President, Cttauncey M. Depfw, New York; vice-president, Janes & Blanchard; executive committeeman, Bdgar T. Braokatt Gales in the Gulf Stream. Our Holiday Department New Heady. Hai-itat, N. a., Dec. 17.—Unusually leavy weather in the gulf stream was reported by ajl vessels arriving here lately _*rom the Weet Indies. Several lives are mi* to b*T* been look from the veeeels during the heavy gale*. The brigantine Evangeline met With terrific north and northwest gale* south of Bermuda. She hove to for four days in a' heavy north wsat gale, and during that time drifted back 140 mile*. Site arrived her* yesterday from Porto Rico. And we el no extend our sympathies to the people of Ireland in their strujrfle for self-guverw merit, end condemn the pneent policy of the British government In the coercion of the Irish people. Dub Li if, Dee. 17.—Father Matthew Ryan, who was imprisoned, though afterward released, some time ago, for refusing to testify in regard to the plan of oampalgn, will be charged under the crime* act next Thursd»y Father Byan Again. We have made strenuous efforts and have secured the most attraotlr* assortment of Novelties for Christmas Presents ever shown in Pittston. Referred to committee. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: President, Samuel Gompers, New York; first vice-president, Daniel Mo- Laugblin, Braidwood, Ills.; second vicepresident, William Martin, Pittsburg; secretory, P. J. McUuire, Philadelphia; treasurer. Gabriel E tmonston, Washington. O'Brien's Paper Sues for Damages. Elegant and Inexpensive Plush Albums, Shaving Sets, Manicure Sets, A* soon as chairman. Bvarts called the body to order there wtre loud cries of "Gaff," and Gen. Nathan G*Dff, of Wsst VMniai reqpondod by a speech, is which h«told why-the Republicans south of Mason and Dixon'* line were Republican*. It was because the party represented protection to .American labor and Industry, and universal ady*Hnii It Goft referred twice incidentally to naming the possible candi, dates# the party, and both times there was jtaanikatfMtU demonstration of approval. Crashed Into a Ferryboat. MORE OUTLAWRY JN KENTUCKY Dublin, Deo. 16.—The United Ireland has brought suit against the policemen for damagee for removing show bills advertising the paper, which were hung in the shop windows at Rnnis and elsewhere. ZEE. C3-. SHTJPP, Nnw York, Deo. 17.—The Old Dominion line steamer Breakwater ran into the Brie ferryboat Pavonia In" North river, yesterday afternoon, cutting a hole in the ferryboat's side. Several passengers of the ferryboat were injured, but not seriously. The collision occurred near the ferry slip, in Jersey City, and the boat w«* quiukly made fast and the passenger* landed. The blame or the affair ha* not yet been located. Desperate Factions Engaged In a Bitter 31 West Market St., WILKES-BARRE For any sum you wish to spend iron can get an appropriate equivaeat, and always excellent value for the money. A few hints: Diamonds, large, medium, small; Solitaire,cluster and combined with other |ton*g, in rings, pins, bracelets and eardrops. Geld Watches, all sues, styles and degrees of ornamentation, to diamond studded; silver watches, chains and all kinds of jewelery in chaste and unique designs; spectacles; everything in silverware, newest and best. Extraordinary inducements in opera glasses. An elegant line, made to order by the famous Le Maire, of Paris. My name, embossed on the frame", was misspelled and they were sold to meat nominal pi ices. You are offered a rare bargain. Bnc?»;Brac and tanoy goods in great variety, Bean'iful floor lamps, in bronze; a cherub bearing aloft the lamp hung upon an ornamental bar. Taile lamps, nniqne and rich; parlor standi, brass frame, top and ahelf oxydized silver; ornamental brass stands, placque top; mantel ornaments in bronse and Kudolshadt ware, a rich and delicate pottery, in odd effects; placques, candle-sticks, writing sets, smokers' sets, clock* and many other artistiq things in brass; single and folding table mirrors in various styles, brushes and hand mirrors with backs of oxydized silver; jewel cases; Are screens in brass and feathers; fancy clocks, statuettes,writing cases and writers', implements in great variety, olive wood, leather plush; parlor thermometers, unique and showy; work boxes and baskets; ohess, cheoker and card sets, in olive wood case; toilet boxes, plush and leather; travelers' toilet cases, in leather, wonderfully compact and convenient; collar and cuff boxes; shaving sets; albums, pocket books, diarits. fancy stationery i« boxes, gold pfuis and pencils, wisp holders and a thousand other attractions.Gents' Mustache Gups, Plush, Leather and Brass Toilet Sets, Smoking WnrtracmK, Jfy., Deo. 17.—Tho feud which has existed so long between the Adams and Caswell factions broke out tgain Sunday night. The trouble, which originated ten years ago, has cost to date two score of lives. yrpf of B*termination. Sets, Silk Umbrellas, Toys, Dolls, in addition to our regular assortment of St. Louis was chosen as the place for holding the nezt'eonvention, and the convention adjourned until today. Aides to the G. A. B. Commander. Minneapolis, Dec. 17.—Commander Bea, of the G. A. R., In general order No. 8 makes public the appointment of hie aides de camp. The list is* long one, and comprises a num ber la each state. useful presents such as Silk Handkerchiefs and Mufflers, Furs, Silk Plash Filling Prisons with Parliamentarians. For some months matters have been quiet, but on the night named the leaders of the factions met on Brush Creek, in Rock Castle county, and at the close of the service in churoh ft quarrel was followed by a fight, in which UranviUe Adam* iyas killed by one of the Caswell gang, who fled. They were purr sued, and another fight followed, in wtytjh Fran# Hasten and James Lunsford were killed and James Towusend was fatally hurt In a fight near Orlando on Tuesday Tom Jackson was shot dead from his horse. Cloaks and Wraps, Qents* and Children's Fur Caps, Gloves, Satchels, Dublin, Dec. 17.—Mr. David Sheeby, 11. P., who wa* arrested in Limerick the other diy, after evading the police for a long time, wa* yesterday sentenoed at Bally, ueety to three ppppthf' iiuprlsoumeat at hard labor. This sentence was imposed for his participation in the Woodford meeting on Oct. 10. Au appeal from sentence was taken ny Mr. Slushy's counsel, and the prisoner ulmitu-d to bail. He was immediately renrre-U'd for participation in tb* meeting held ut Cloumel. Bail wa* refused and Mr. Siieeby was escorted nuder guard to Cionmel jail. AftqL Mr, Goff's speech the oommitte on tiflatfoMbi reported. The platform recount* tttfUrirtq** of th* Republican party and Has sa{ 0,8 president's message: tjU iwsHnst -had deswraded from the dignity of his office sof«r as to eopjert his constitutional du£ into a psiHssn speech for the overthrow of a policy recommended by the founders of tits govern meat. The platform goes on to give the history of tfie protective tariff, and to afcribe the crowth C4 the country (to (ts twusfioent effects In consequence of these benefit*, the platform tapes oa to say, the RepuoUcaa party refuse to abodon the protective pojjiqy, as to do so would ruin our industries and; threat laborers out of work for the benefit of th* British. The patient's measage is furfh** described a* an in vita , lion to (he Aaverteaa people to support the Jaboren aad manufacturers of Europe Instead of ,0Air own. Th* Be publican party would reuder jtineriea ladepeadeat o* tturope. As to the sur[.plus, the BepubUnan fWtl put it down when In ipoeer by reducing" (axatMn. Hie Democrats iiwre shown thamaelsee unable to 4o so, bnt projposk iGfeduce it by making us the commercial #lares ul flulVpe. Europe's War Olond Growing. Neckwear, Fine Flannel Shirts, Table Scarfs, etc., etc. Londob, Dec. 17.—The Times' Vienna di* patch state* that a strong feeling azists then in favor of sending to St. Petersburg immediately Austria'* ultimatum, followed in case of an unsatisfactory reply by a rapid march by German and Austrian forces on the Russian frontier. It 1* feat ed that war is imminent and can in no case be postponed longer than the spring. The feeling in Vienna, the dispatch says, is Intense. TELEGRAPHIC NEWS CONDENSED. Mr. AnC}reir Carnegie has re*igne4 from the Nineteenth Century Club because of the recant with Mr, Ooartlandt Palmer. George Weidler Was sentenced to twenty yean in Sing ding in the Brooklyn oourt of cessions for the mu rder of Dr. Duggan. A special discount allowed to Sunday School teachers. An early visit solicited. Sheriff White went to Brush Creek on Wedneeday, He returned yesterday afternoon, and says the feud will not be ended this generation. Since Sunday night six men have been killed and nearly adossn wounded. August Belmont has resigned as president of the American Jockey Club because a board of directors inimioaljlo thejetention of Treasurer Monson was elected. ' Bedueed Wage* br Ironworker*. BmuiHi Pa., Dec. 17.—The Bethlehem Iron company yesterday gave notice ol a general reduction of 10 per cent, in wages, to take effect Jan. 1. The reason assigned is that the condition of trade and the reduced prices of rails in the market make it neceesary for the company to reduce the exponas* of manufacture. This reduotionstitl leaves wag** a*v«rai per cent higher than before th* advaoo* of last winter. Death of a Popular Comedian. Coons S Oilman's Trade Palace. Trot, N. Y., Dec. 17.—John Howson, the coiiietliat], died suddenly yesterday ih this city, where be was playing with the Lotta company. Mr. llowjou had been suffering for several yearn with aneurism af the aorta In June, 1W4, Dr. T. S. Robertson, of Ne» York, Mr. Howson's physician, had discovered that theooiuedint) bail liftarf difficulties, and attended him afterward, tip advUpd him to give up tbe stag*, but a* tb* actor did not feel, for tinauaial reasons, that be could do so, he did not follow tba physician's adjfice. Dispatches received from the Congo make no mention of Stanley, and anxiety 1* felt concerning his safety. The leader of the Caswell faction was arrested by strategy, and is now closely guarded in the jail at Mount Vernon. His friend? will doubtless attempt a rescue, and more blow) win flow. Plymouth Churfcb, Brooklyn, voted to make the Rev. Dr. Lyman Abbott tempo* * *M,pu Grand Holiday Collection W# Abroad. Loxpow, Deo. if.—The Daily Sow* prints a dispatch from PV-is this morning which sayst "London Tories flatter themselves that they have made a oonquest of Mr. James G. Blaine, but he is simply rsserving hi* powder and shot until he goee home to America." The dispatch states that Mr. Blaine and Mr. Levi f, Morton are frequently jeeq tygetfcer, and that (teth will start for Cannes to-day. Thonjas F, Hoar and Mrs. Margaret Wilson wsr* held in Boston on the charge of killing Mrs. Mary Williams in a drunken carousal. fm AT  Jbe platferm then Charges the Democratic party with vaj&ua gffaOsrs again at the publie good, and couftdantly appeals to tike support ot the country. TM n**nh»tinn* M wM want approved in speeches by W» Maria of Meryl*nd, Mr, WJIot Weebtogtee,Cel- 4. Loudon Suow- Philadelphia, Speakertfoyes of Massachusetts John Mitchell (colored) of Virginia, aud other*. yrhenthe queetlon 00 adoption of the re,|Kti(rM leached, Mr. Bustis, of Minnesota, for actioo flrst on hia resolution oppaalac Mr. Lamar's confirmation aa suprt ine court juaHm. but he waa ruled out of order the report was unanimously adopted. Conn., D«e. 17.—The annua: meeting of the stockholders of the Housutonic railroad waa held and director* were elected who organised awl elected W. H Btarbuok, pr**ident,W. H Stevenaon, vioe-preaident and general (nana gejr. It waa voted to balld a branch line from Jfeyfcon to Huntington, to connect with the Derby retfrow), a distance of ten miles. Vigilantes hanged George Greene, a well known cattle thief, to the limb of a tree near Fleming ton, D. T. A. MATTHEWS & CO., London, Doc. 17.—Dr. McKenzie has seat a dDspat«ti iroqi San Remo, in which be stales 1 lint tl« appearand* of tb* crown liriuce's tlirout is better than when be exumluej it at the beginning of- November. "It b true," b« says, "that a small growth baa foruii'd higher up in the throat, but it b is not tlie malignant appearance that the former bad. The growth which appeared while the prinpo waj at JUvei)a has diminished in site, an,d tUo »y«lli»x Cjl glands has disappeared. Dr. McKeasie's Opinion. Frank Johnson will be tried in Delaware for killing George Williams, ifhq staggered acme* the Hn« i*tq' aad died there. 19 SOXTTEC MAIN ST. Dealers in Hosical Merchandise, Stationery, i The fatllng of a pile of lumber near Atlanta caused injuries more or less serious to seven men. QMOrmor 9o*m&s Fu*.r»|. Ban, Bum., Deo. 17. est wu excited In builneu circle* yesterday by tlx declaration of the Brie Herald, ConmamaA Bcott'« organ, in (avpr of abolishing tie duty on coal along with that on Otner raw material* The article is regarded a* unuiually significant, in flew of the fact that Itr. Scott 1* one of the largest coal proin United gtafea. lb* Duty on OmL AnHTWrA, Ma., Deo. 17.—Governor Marble iasned an sililirs** to tb* people of the state laatovaaiM, oflHoiallT announcing Governor Bod well's death. The fanara) *(11 ocour inter- The (lata manufacturers at their maating In Troy determined nqt to red if** prices during 1888. Mrs. Marie Kathor was horned to death at Topeka through attempting to refill a lighted Oil laiqp. TOTS. Dolls, dolls'fcradles—of wood snd willow—trunk*, etc., wheelbarrows, tuba m boards, rocker*, reeking horses—single and double—eleds, lantern*, belli, tor book*, and alphabet block*, top*, toy tea aeta, toy oooking pete, sarin** bank*, little houM ■eta, hunting bom*, looonotiree aad car*, trumpet* and couatl*** other*. t . Books and. Stationery Mr. Kuatis then tried to again offer hia Tuesday from the state house, where tlx body lies in state until than. Among the pall bearers will be Hannibal Hamlin, D. F. Davis, H. M. Piatsted, Frederick Roble and John a Case." Thp 4ntl.Saloon Republicans. Lanuw a*soluti*B, bat Chairman Evarta said Jh« resolution waa in the hand* of the 00mmtttee and Mr. Eustis was oat of order. 8. SYRACUSE, K- v., Pep. IT —The state Anti-Saloon Republican League convention closed Iprt eyDuii»jr, aftir quite an enthusi- Mktio session, at wbiQh a 11 parts of the state were represented. The most important meeting was held yesterday afternoon, when the platform was adopted. Ju Ige Davis, of New York; Prof. B. H. Cook, of Potsdam, and Dr. O. H. Warren, of Syracuse, were chosen as a committee to attend the national BepuhJicuH Chicago, In Jane, to preqeii t the respl»tjoi»s. Two freight traina collided ntff Q in ton, Ifjwa. JJrakem#n Bugene Keliey waD killed and Hngin*«r Lea inj v*d. X. Bnwkett, chairman of the Xew fork . I moved that the Lamar resolution tie recalled from the committee. Mr. Bioe, . of M****slllisiil la said the convtatlon should stabbed by a B*Jeot*4 to*»r, Jacob R. Hunsioker, • lawyer, of  town, fa,, having been convicted at forgery, will be anpalltd wow th* bar. AXWMWV, Mass., Dec. 17.—The eightieth anniversary of birth ot Whittier war celebrated by the people of tfcl* town yesterday. Thfcre was a onion meeting of *11 the schools, with appropriate literary exercises, and the fellow townsmen of the venerable poet their affection and esteem in various ways. J fie Poet Whlttle**s Birthday. FinpLav, 0„ Pec, 17,—A man named Thomas has for aev«tvU mgntby b*eq forcing bis atUntiona upon a Ulu Brigga. Ha called op her yesterduy, and pressed his suit. 8b* refused him, and be stabbed her in the heart, killing her instantly. He Uun went to th* prison and had himself locked up. Bible*, blank book*, moaic books, album*, scrap book*, scrap pieturee, beol drKugbt boards, school ixxDki, achool ban. school ilitu aftieet moaic and muiio aerie* noyala, inkiUndt, pom aad peaoik, and numerous othar articles. aot t&row awd at any man. Others sat- :pi iinii the same rlew, and Capt. A. J. Cunningham, of Washington, moved to adjourn. 'Hon. John A. Kaason, of iowp, seconded the motioa, and it was carried. Governor Hill has issued the naoessary papers to transfer Philip 8t*n* from Auburn to Erie, Pa., to b* triad for murder. CHILDREN'S GOODS. The three men nupeoted of the Iron Moontain traiii robbery were ditcherKed at Camden, Ark., yeetanlay, and * poawe are now chasing the reaf feicgfo iletlijlre and Mafj Smith, who «ay they live in Trenton, N, J„ were arreeted in gt. I/oui* tor stealing a trayful ot gold chain* from » Cincinnati jeweler. ssmssss-m Son. R. a. Horr, •"f MioiDltJ|»:;Bst C* Yonngstown, Children'* Windsor chain, crystal bells sad sprays tor U» T.t— tree, »eslnl artlVal fruits for decorative porpoeea, silver and nickel sets-knife,. fork and si baskets, and a bundled things we canaot snunerate. Gen. Sherman trUl Review Them. King of th* lDude* Married. Mm Rlflr Kdueatlonal Bill. CoLUMBoa, 0., Deo. IT—0*u. W, T. Sherman has accepted the invitation of the Ohio oentennial commission, through Governor Foruker, to be present at the opening exercises in September next and, with Geo. Sheridan, re vie the grand army and national guard* pofides. 'While here ths die- general# (rill be guttte ot Utr Colombo* social cl«b B*l/fmoi»«, Deo, 17.-,Mr. & W*1J, 0f New York, and Uw HaiQme Melbourne, at Washington, were married in Baltimore last evening, by the R#v. Dr. Hodg", Of St. Paul's P. £. ohuroh. at the parsonage. The briiie is a daughter of UaJ, MelLourue, an employe hi the war department. FOR EySRYBODY. i iiunv i Cii ime su«, \n m^jittoii. r Peocbkaepeie; A. J. other*. Mr. Hot, In ml OfUga mmd declared 1 of intemperate* inthe Bepab- Wiwuorak J7.—fh« sanata committen on -duotlaw m4 Wior unanimous y agnwd to report wllfc favorable Fecommendatloua Mr. Blair'a «d«c*tioo*l bijl, Jb» Mil approprtataa vpwarda of 170,000,060 to ba distributed antoag tha rtatea and terrltoriea (a proportion to th* percentage of U 1  wT1* Courtesy and honeaty are guaranteed to all visitors. CX; Wi XeaUr, The grand lodge ot Pennsylvania Knights of Pythias, having refused to make its eonilttutlou accord with the supreme law* of the order, the supreme chancellor hw ordered!* to obay at once or be siupended. miBESgSt r0"- Will Stick owt SUck Salra. « ••••*' f • * -v»- —U.