Evening Gazette

              ' ItCIREBK U»34 1 Vwklr Eat&bli»llrd 18W j PITTSTON, PA, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2, 188fir I two oum. | Tru a WmK GRAND OPENING EVENTS. for the abolition of the llqoor traffic of the state, and urges the i.eceesity of action to bring it forward to final disposal He recommends the passage of a revenue law of the tame character as the one which failed during the last legislative session. CELESTIAL PHENOMENON A POINTER! AHAPPYNEWYEAR Behind it was n pyramid of fresh young faces, clustered about the * couches in tha wnter of the room and looking out eagerly apon the crowd. Each visitor, a9 he entered tilt; doorway of the blue room, was presented by name in a loud distinct tone of voice. Each received a smile and a hand clasp from the president and Mrs. Cleveland in turn, and then passed down the receiving line through the green parlor and into the east room. With all who passed through the parlors, Mrs. Cleveland's charming demeanor was a subject of comment. Her manner had not changed or her smile lessened since the occasion when she held her first reception at the executive mansion. It was the same at the end of the reception as it was nearly four hours before, when the first visitor was presented. until 8 o'clock there was almost a continuous line of visitors coming in, in parties of two, three and four. The callers represented all clashes who make the day one of general calling, but to the Harrison residence many came who do not usually observe the custom of New Year's visiting. There were no refreshments, but to each visitor Mr. and Mrs. Harrison gave a kindly welcome. To the distinguished host were offered many congratulations particularly pertinent to the coming change in Mfc condition as the chief magistrate of the natton. The visitors in all numbered about 8,000. Among them were many ladies. The only distinguished visitor from out of town was Senator Blair, of New Hampshire. He is iA the state delivering lectures, during the congressional recess, and says that his coming here was more of accident than purpose, but he called on Gen. Harrison, with whom he spent some time. Sol and Luna Do Not Speak Two Legislatures Organized as They Pass By. Yesterday. We are, if possible, better prepared than ever to serve the public, our stock being complete in every department.How the Day Was Celebrated MAINE AND COLORADO. OBSERVATIONS OF THE ECLIPSE. in "Various Places. NEW YORK'S OLD AND NEW MAYOR Legislatures of Both States Ready for Augusta, Me., Jan. -2.—The Republican senatorial caucus last night nominated Henry Lord for president. The house Republican caucus nominated Frederick N. Dow, of Portland, for speaker. The Democratic caucus of the house last night made the following nominations: United States senator, H. M Plaisted, Augusta; speaker of the house, El K. O'Brien, Thomaston; attorney general, J. H. Montgomery, Camden; treasurer, Don A. H. Powers, Houlton; secretary of state, Augustus F Moultou. Scarboro; adjutant general, Gen. John J. Lynch, Portland. Dbnteb, Jan. a—The session of the Colorado general assembly, which begins to-day, will elect a United States senator to suooeed Senator Bowen. The candidates for the position are: Senator Bowen, ex-Congressman Symes, ex-Senator Tabor, ex-Senator Chilcotte, Rev. Dr. David H. Moore, E. O. WolcottBuslnesa To-day. Great Interest in the Solar Event Among WHITE HOUSE EE0EPTI0N. Governor Hill Inaugurated with Great Eelat—Pennsylvania's Lawmakers Begin Californlaos—Some of the Obeervatlon Jnst at this time we are giving oar attention more particularly to Fruits, Nats and Confections. BuNlueaa Quietly—Maine and Colorado Parties Obtain Satisfactory Contacts—In A Scene of Magnificence at Legislatures Organize To-day. the Path of Totality. the Nation's H me. Albany, Jan. 8.—The inaugural ceremonies in the assembly chamber were made further interesting by the playing of Qilmore's band, stationed in the ladies' gallCry. The chamber was packed, and many distinguished men were present Prayer was offered by Bishop Doane, and the oath of office was administered by Secretary of State San Francisco, Jan. &—The day was generally favorable in Nevada and California for a clear observation of the total eclipse of the sun. In this city the eclipse was only partial, about eleven-twelfths of the sun's surface being obscured. The weather was clear, and the eclipse was witnessed by a great number of persons. During the period of the greatest obscurity it became quite dark, and one star was plainly seen. No scientific observations were made in this city. A large number of people left this city by trains to find a favorable point in which to observe the total obscurity, which occurred from fifty to 100 miles north of here. At Marysville the weather was clear, and the first contact was about 18:80, and during the progress of the eclipse the weather became quite cool, and several streaks of lightning were observed during the totality. Several exposures of wet a d dry plates were made during the totality, and views will be sent to Amherst college. Prof. Holden, tf - * be- In Fruits we have large stock— Florida Oranges, Fresh Figs, Dates, White Grapes, California and French Prunes, English Currants, Layer and Cluster Raisins. THE COSTUMES OF THE LADIES. Mrs. Cleveland wore a beautiful robe of pale pink faille, made with round train, the corsage rounded at the top, and short gleavea. The front of the skirt was draped in silver embroidered net, that had fringe of bugles at the foot; on either side were plain panels of Boft French gray silk, embroidered in a pattern of rosebuds in silver. The back of the panels was edged with heavy Russian fur that commenced at the waist line and continued around the pink train. The back of the dress was Princesse shaped, with pink folds on the waist, fastouod with pearl embroidery. The front was jacket shaped, rounded and fell over the full vest of pink silk draped with white net. The sleeves of The Day Had Its Dark Pict- Gen. Scliofleld's Sad N«w Y^ar'fc In Nuts we have English Walnnts, Almonds, Pecans, Filberts, Braail Nuts and Mixed Nuts. ures, Too. Washington, Jan. 2.—The remains of Mrs. Gen. Schofield were taken to West Point, where they were buried to-day. They were accompanied by Gen. Schofield, the members of his family and his personal staff, Lieuts. Bliss, Sawyer and Pitcher. The funeral services of the Episcopal church were reaa at the house by Rev.. Joseph A. Harold, of the Church of the Holy Cross. Some beautiful powers sent by Mis. Cleveland were placed on the coffin. Cook. Than the governor, in a clear, resonant voice, delivered *iia inaugural message. MANY CRIMES AND CASUALTIES. At the couc!usio\ the governor held a levee in the executive chamber until his right arm was nearly shaken off. From then to 5 o'clock he received personal friends, and in the evening he gave a dinner to his military family. In prices we are low; Mixed Nuts, 13c lb; Brazil Nats, 8c lb;  20c lb; Best French Walnnts 14c lb. In Candy we have a pure mixed at 10.- lb, and on np to Hnyler's best. In Riisins we start at 60 lb and in Currants at 5c lb. Interesting Details of the Grand Annnal Assemblage—Who the Chief Partlci- Event at the White House—A Brilliant pators Were—The Reception Began with The senate was called to order at 1:35 p. m. by Lieutenant Governor Jones. Mr. Lewis was absout, and the fact of fflr. Low's decease was noted on roll o&lL DANBURY'S NARROW ESCAPE. Military Promptness bat Prolonged to pink were shore pull's edged on the arm with pearl bonds. The low bodice was edged with the heavy fur, and lay against her white skin caressingly. She wore the diamond necklace, and a diamond star in her hail-, that was dressed in loops on top' of her head. Her gloves were soft pearl color, with the fingers of the right hand turned back, leaving her hand free to grasp the hands of those who passed in the pageant. Timely OImotwt of a Wall Laid Plot to AooommodaU the Crowd—airs. Cleve- Milwaukkk, Wis., Jan. 2.—W. F. Ruder, a veteran of the late war, was stabbed and instantly killed by Louis Schmitt, and in mate of the Soldiers' home, aged 65 years. While drinking together in a saloon the two old soldiers became involved in a dispute over their respective war records,' and Schmitt waited for Ruder on the road to the home, when he plunged a knife into the latter with fatal effect. One Old Soldier Murder* Another. The lieutenant governor read his address. Messrs. Canton and Erwin were appointed to notify the governor of the organization of llie senate,spd Messrs. Robertson and Murphy wefe appointed VS notify the assembly. Da if bury, Conn., Jan, 1.—Evidence of a most diabolical attempt at incendiarism was discovered last night at the large wooden building in the rear of the New York and New England Railroad tracks, used by David G. Penfleld for the storage of benzine, naphtba, kerosene and Ash oil. The night watchman found that the storehouse had been entered, and twenty-two barrels oI the djffqrent olls had been opened, and their content* form*} a a pool around the building, and near Still river, a small stream close by. Last night from twenty-Are to fifty men were secreted at various placee near the building, in the hopes of capturing the miscreant, it being thought that he intended setting tire to the oil during the night Should such a thing have taken place, aided by Still river, the burning oil would have set fire to numerous factories along the course of the stream. The damage by the loss of the ,oil will reach $300. Destroy Msej Manufactories. land a Charming Yislon of Gracious lies* We have choice winter Applea by the barrel or bnahel. and Loveliness—A Carnival of Crime In I Lick observatory, telegraphs that the k \I 0_R_E_6 0 Hjmm |h Mew York—Accidents and Murders in It was resolved to meet at 11 a. m. until further notice. Oar Teas start at 25c lb. Oar Coffees are not equaled in Pittston. Many Places. Washington, Jan. 2.—The New Year opened here with a bright clear sky and the sir as warm as that of spring. The grand •vent of the day—the reception at the execumansion—President Cleveland's fourth and last reoeption, of course, overshadowed every Other festivity. No pains were spared in preparing for the great annual New Year's lav levee, when legislators and officials, diplomats and citizens, soldiers and sailors, old and young, men and women. Democrats and Republicans, oome to the White House to pay tribute of respect and express good wishes to the chief magistrate of the nation, rhe mansion, with it* sssthetio decorations, was rendered still more attractive by the unusual profusion of tropical plants and Bowers displayed in the oorridors and principal rooms. Nothing had been left undone to furnish brilliant and suitable surroundings for the notable occasion, and the scene from first to last was one of brilliance and grandeur. Mr. Hendricks moved that Mr. Faaaett be president pro tem. to succeed the late Mr. Low. Oar Floor i'b whiter and make* more bread than any floor on thq market. Miss Bayard, who stood next, wore a short dress of blue brocade, with pointed body, back and front, upon which were laid folds of gauze. Sprays of white lilac adorned the body, and a kirtle of gauze was draped about the hips. The sleeves were cut to the elbow, and her hail- was dressed high, with a blue feather. Fire in a Church. Mr. Ives moved to substitute the name of Mr. Cantor. New York, Jan. 2.—During the celebration of high mass in St. Mary's church, Long Island City, at 10 o'clock, the evergreen decorations of the altar took lire from the candles, and the flames caused a panic and stampede of the congregation. The burning material was soon pulled down by some cool headed persons, and the panic abated. There were no serious results The amendment was lost and Mr. Fassett was chosen. Then we keep the celebrated Ferris Hams, Beef and Smoked Baoon. After organization the senate transacted some routine business which demanded immediate attention, and adjourned until Jan. 9 at 8:15 p. m. We can sell yoo Rising Son Store Polish for 5c; Babbitt's Best Soap, 5c bar, and a 3 lb bar for 14c; all other soaps equally low; Salerato* and Soda, 7c lb. Mrs. Fail-child wore a trained dress of plain colored silk, the body cut low and the train was of the silk. The front_jras draped with frills of lace, and the petticoat was of lull white satin. Across the front of the low bodice was tied a tischu of lace, knotted at one side. PATH or THE ECLIPSE IN THE UNITED STATES, ginning of the eclipse was successfully observed at that point and also the last contact. At St. Helena the conditions were favorable. The nearest approach to totality was at 1:50, when observers noticed plainly, with the naked eye, a narrow circle of light on th* northeasterly side of the sun's disc, and in an instant the bright spot was transferred to the other side. The appearance of the entire valley in a shadowy light was weird. At Orrville photographs were taken, the clouds obscuring the view of the totality, but • good view was had up to within a few minutes of that period. A successful observation was made at Bartlett Springs, by Professor Keeler, of the Lick observatory, who says that the corona was beautifully dlstinot and that he saw remarkable changes in the length of the coronal lines. Professor Baraate obtained nine photographs. Professor Hill phorographed all the contacts and studied the structure of the inner corona. Professor Senschne made seven measures of light during the totality. The assembly was called to order at 1:15 p. m. by Clerk Charles A. Chickering, of the last assembly, and Rev. William S. Smart offered prayer. Fatal Saloon Fight. The roll lurnished by the secretary of stats was called, and a quorum was found to be present. Mrs. Whitney wore a superb gown of white brocade, made -with a high bodice and a train. Down the front of the bodice and skirt were folds of yellow satin and gold embroidery. The high collar was fastened with a three stone diamond pin. She wore a great diamond star in the gold embroidery Df the bodice, and on the shoulder was a large ruby set with diamonds, and she wore a spray of diamonds in her hair. Jersey City, Jan. 2.—Dominico Lutz shot and fatally wounded Frank Carrello in a saloon quarrel, at Avondale, and escaped by a passing train, but was arrested on arrival of the train here. He was covered with blood, and claims that the shooting was in self defense, as he had first been attacked and beaten. The incendiary theory is strengthened by the fact that within the preceding fortyeight hours there had been four small fires, two being of undoubted incendiary origin. Early Sunday morning a building used as a fish market was destroyed by fire, and yesterday morning the barn of Charles Fry was burned. Three hours later the alarm again sounded, and this time two barns owned by Thomas McDermott were destroyed. Loss, •afioo.  Gloss Starch, 5c lb; 2 lb Sal Soda The swearing in of members by the secretary of state followed. for 5c. We have those cheap canncd Peas, Corn and Tomatoes, 3 cans for 20c. Speaker Cole was warmly applauded whan he took the oath. Mr. Ainsworth moved the election of a speaker. The motion was carried, and 128 votes were cast, 76 for Fremont Cols, and 47 for W. F. Sheehan. Mr. Cole was declared elected. He was escorted to the chair by Messrs. Ainsworth and Sheehan. Hitchner's Crackers as low aa qnoted by any one. Aa to Sardines, we have them at 6c box. The cabinet party who were to assist in the reception arrived early and were shown directly up stairs, where the president and Mrs. Cleveland were awaiting their arriyol. As usual, the Marine band, in brilliant uniforms, was stationed in the main hall of the manlion, and with almost military punctuality, kt li o'clock, the hour fixed for the reception to begin, struck up the "Now Year's Greeting March" (Sousa) as the president and Mrs. Cleveland appeared at the head of the stairs leading from the second floor to the blue room on the floor below, where tho formal presentations were to be made. Immediately behind them came the receiving party. The members of the cabinet who were present were received informally, and with the ladieu aot of the immediate receiving party, they book their places behind the official receiving line. The receiving party consisted of the president, Mrs. Cleveland, Miss Bayard, Mrs. Fairchild, Mrs. Whitney and Mrs. Dickinf-on. Senator Stanford Remembers the Boys. Washington, Jan. 2.—Telegraph messenger boys who carried dispatches to Senator Leland Stanford were made glad by gifts of scarfs, gloves, boxes of candy or silver dollars. They paraded the streets in little squads shouting: "Hurrah for Senator Stanford."Our Spices are pore and oheap and onr Molasses, Syrupsand Sugars are all right. Mrs. Don M. Dickinson's dress was pale green silk, embroidered in silver, of which the train was composed. The front was iraped in palo green tulle, and the low bodice was draped in tulle. She wore a black ribbon about her throat. A COMING NEWSPAPER CHANGE. Speaker Cole read an address, thanking the body for the honor conferred upon him and alluding to the work before it. Prank Batton and a Syndicate After the Washington Post. Please drop in, examine and price our goods, and we feel confident we can suit yoo. Ai'ter Mr. Cole had concluded, a committee from the senate appeared and announced that the senate was organized and ready for business, and that Mr. Fassett had been elected president pro tempore. Washinot«n, Jan. 3.—It was stated on authority of tfes friends of Frank Hatton, who is now in city, that a syndicate headed by him and Representative Beriah Wllkins, of Ohio, had purchased a controlling interest in The Washington Post; that The Eveniag Post would resume its old name, "The Washington Critic," and that the transfer of the property would take plaoe before the end of the week. Stllson Hutchins, the proprietor of The Post, said that there had been negotiations, but the sale had opt been consummated. Mb. Hutchins has bean anxious for some time to sell The Post, as he has other business interests to which he wishes to devote his attention. It is said that the Wiikina-Hatton syndicate Includes Jotro Wannamaker, of Philadelphia, and a number of other prominant Republicans. CRIMES AND CASUALTIES. New York's New Year's Present. Many Celebrutors Killed or Maimed In the New York, Jan. 2.—Adam Forepaugh has presented to New York city Ills elephant "Tip," second in size in America. President Rubb, of the department of parks, received the gift on behait of tue city yesterday. Professor Louis Swift, director of the Warner observatory, of Rochester, N. Y., telegraphs as follows from Nelson, Cal, where he took observations of the sun's eclipse: "As far as affording opportunity to search for intramercurai planets it was a failure on account of clouds and haze. AU four contacts were well made, a chronometer watoh, previously set to Lick observatory time, being used. Five very small, colorless protuberances were seen, all having pointed apexes; near the point of one was another detached from the sun. Bailey's beads were seen at Oje second and third contacts, but entirely unlike those seen at Denver in 1878. No chromosphere was seen, though looked for. Mercury Venus, Vega and Alpho Cygni were seen. The corona could not be drawn, but as seen through the telescopes was not very extensive. At Brass Valley white clouds obscured the sun a little, but during the period of {totality the stars ahd large planets were seen with the naked eye. The corona and protuberanus were s grand sight The thermometer fell 7 degs. between the first contact and totality. The weather was clear at Virginia City, Nav., and nineteen-twentieths of the sun's surfaro was obscured. The thermometer dropped from 30 to 20 degs. during the progress of til* eclipses. A heavy fog prevailed at Truokes. CaL, in the Sierra Nevada mountains, ana .during the eclipse it was necessary to use electric lights on the streets. Washington, Jan. a.—The eclipse of tba. sun was observed here at the National observatory and at Georgetown college. At the latter point Rev. Father Hagen, the distinguiatod astronomer, now in charge of the observatory at Georgetown, made his observations at sixteen minutes before sunset Owing to the low attitude of the sun the limb was very unsteady. Yet the exceptionally clear horizon allowed the first contact to be observed at 4 hours, 86 minutes and 34 seconds standard mean time. Key West and Domestic Cigars foil line. Respectfully yoors. Great Sister Cities. Mr. Chickering was elected clerk by 77 votes, to 46 for C. T. Dunning. Capt. Willord was chosen sergeant-at-aruis by 74 votes to 46 for Louis bchiam. H. B. Webb was elected doorkeeper over John Donovan; J. Q. Harlow, first assistant, over D. J. Clark; W. B. Clark, second assistant, over Fred W. Elliott, and George H. Thornton, stenographer, over Edward J. Murphy. New York, Jan. 2.—Cornelius O'Connor, a young laborer, while working on Elizabeth street, soon after midnight, was struck on the head and had his skull fractured with a brick, thrown by some unknown member of tlie "Elizabeth street gang" of roughs, who were skylarking and lighting in the neighborhood. O'Connor is dying at a hospital Huflbut & Co. POISONED AND BEATEN, The Philadelphia Murder a Most Atro- CARR'S BLOCK, WEST PITTSTON. Philadelphia, Jan. 2.—Closer investigation shows not only premeditation of tile minutest character on the part of Jacob Schoop to kill his partner, Anton Schilling, on Christmas day, but if the analysis of the intestines shall prove, as is suspected that it will, that poison as well as butchery was used in tue murder, the chain of guilty participation will fasten all the more tightly About the miserable woman now in the Philadelphia hospital. She denies that she .knew anything of the matter until Sehoop ■was arrested. cious Crime. Behind the line stood Mrs. Folaom, Miss Mary Hastings, Miss Carrie Hastings, Mrs. Nelson, Mrs. Chief Justice Fuller, Mrs. Speaker Carlisle, Miss Florence 1 •y*rd. Miss Vilas, Miss Pauline Whitney, Mrs. Lamont, Mrs. T.iinohlann, Mr. George Bancroft, Hugh ItcCulloch and Mrs. MoCulloch, Mrs. Col. Wilson, Mia Wilson, Mrs. Marshal Wilson, Miss Mary Wilson, Mrs. Senator Butler, Mrs. Senator Call, Mrs. Cackrell, Mrs. Daniel, Mrs. Kearch, Mrs. Pugh, Miss Voorhees, Miss Randall, Mrs. Walthall, Mrs. A. Leo Knoll, Mr. Lucius Tuckerman, Mr. Samuel G. Ward, Mrs. John F. Rogers, Mrs. W. C. P. Breckenridge, Mrs. McAdoo, Mrs. John E. Russell, Mrs. Randall, Mrs. Springer, Mrs. R. W. Townshend, Miss Letter, Miss Howard, Miss Thoron, Mr. and Mrs. John G. Midbiirn, of Buffalo; Mm J. H. Mackin, of N»w York; Mr. John D. Crlmmins and iaughter, oif New York; Gen. James Grant W ilson,of New York; Mrs. Governeur Morris, if New York; Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Mac- Veagh. Mr. and Mrs. Gleony, of Buffalo; fudge Daly, of New York. The gang had scattered before the police arrived. The officers found another young man, John Sweeuey, suffering from bruises and cuts sustained in a similar manner. Sweeney was taken to a hospital. Three arrests have been made on suspicion. A resolution of the senate that when the legislature adjourns it be until Wednesday, Jan. 8, at 8:15 p. m., was concurred in. NOW! HOW!! HOW!!! The governor, by his private secretary, CoL William G. Rice, trailKmitted his annual message, which was read and referred to the appropriate committee. John Neary, a laborer, aged 22 years, while itanding before the tenement 341 Tenth avenue, where he lived with his family, was shot through the heart and killed, half an hour after midnight, by some unknown person. A number of people in the neighborhood were firing pistols iu the air, to add to the iin made by horns and whistles. It is supposed that through accident or carelessness one of the shooters pointed his weapon toward the street, but it is not probable that the guilty person will ever ba detected. Neary's Blder brother, Willlam, has been nearly dead of consumption, and the shock of John's ieath will probably hasten his own. The brothers were standing aide by side when the fatal shot was fired. John was tiie only support of the fami.y, as William is unable to work. ' The members then prooeeded to draw for seats, and adjournment followed. Washington, Jan. 2.—The convention of colored Catholios met in St. Augustlna's church. It w»» the first congrass of the kind ever held in America. Previous to the convention Father Tolton, a colored priest, celebrated grand high mass. Carditis I Gibbons preached on physical, political, civil and moral liberty. There were about MO delegates present from all parts of the oonntry. Mr. W. H. Smith, librarian of the .hoase of representatives, in his address of welcome, spoke of the wonderful growth of Catholicity among the colored race in the United States since the rebellion. Colored Catholic Convention. Did it ever strike you how much can be bought for a QUARTER ? Do you ever think you are paying too muoh for your goods? NEW YORK'S NEW MAYOR, Greeted and Congratulated By the Retir- The daughter of the murderer fixed Dec. 10 as the day when the previous attempt which failed to kill the man by poison was made by Schoop at the instigation of the woman, and it is now thought that Schoop administered a dose of laudanum to Schilling on Christmas morning, and cut off his legs soon after the man became insensible. It is also thought that he struck the ■dying man on his face, so as to produce an injury which might look as if a scuttle had taken place,' and that on the plea of a quarrel he might escape the gallows. The details of his confession, therefore, are not entirely believed. Dr. Formad, the coroner's physician, has the intestiues for the purpose of analysis. When he finishes his examination the inquest will take place, Coroner Ashbridge holding off the date until the police have fully made up their case. ing Mayor and a Crowd. New York, Jan. 2.—The installation yeeterday of Mayor Hugh J. Grant into th« office of chief magistrate of the Empire city was the occasion of much eclat. The old mayor came early to his office, traveling modestly by way of the Third avenue elevated road. He reached the oity hall at 11 and, finding his office empty, at onoe commenced reading the valedictory message which he had promulgated on the day previous.Sj many people are so careless about their quai tors that we have made up our minds to teach them now to spend money to their advantage. Bring your Twenty-five Cents to us »nd we will hafp yon "put money in thy purse." Switchmen Strike for Wages. Lima, 0., Jan. 8.—Tho switchmen in the yards of the Lake Erie and Western road here struck for advanoe of wagea They were reinforoed by the freight brakemen, and about seventy-flv* man are now out. The yards here and all the sidings east and west are blocked with freight, ana only passeagei trains are running. No violence has thus far been attempted. Xt required but a moment's time for the Half a block away where this tragedy book place a shot tir*d in tne same manner struck and wounded Alexander Christie, of No. 318 Eleventh avenue, but the wound is aot serious. ' The new mayor came to his offloe, which is to be his official residence for the next two years, walked briskly across the park from the county court house, and was received in the private office of Mr. Hewitt, who said that he was glad to see him. The two gentlemen then entered the main office at precisely 12 o'clock, arm in arm, Mayor Hewitt looking haggard and worn as a death's head, and the mayor-elect bright, youtWul and taller than usual. Police Officer Gallagher forced a passage through the densely crowded room to the mayor's desk, whsn, as a sudden silence came. Mayor Hewitt said: RalHlDN—1 Crown Lnjerm. 3 Ihg for D6 oU Currantb 4 Iba for 36 eta Knglish .3 ib« (or D5 eU 3 qu for lieu 3 qla for It OM S e»n» for IB eU 'arrangement of positions to be made, and then the reception began, the diplomatic •orps. with their ladies, entering first. Many D1 the foreign representatives were in military Uniform, and radiaat with insignia of various trders. They WMnted a spectacle of great TMnuitiwitita The diplomats Bled Into the blue roonkjn the order of their appointment, and in nfl*» wjsiiiiti il the attache* of their legation*. Mr. jfcreeton, the Haytian minister, the dean of the\Drps. unavoidably absent from the city, so Baron Is Fava, the Italian minister, presented the members Of the corps to the president and Bra Cleveland. The corps, with their ladies, passed through the blue room and into the large east room, oanverting that apartment Into a scene of aaimated splendor, where •verythlng in the way of brilliant costuming, (ay decorations, geld lace and rioh trimming ■ningled la dazzling array. Then followed -he reoepUon of the supreme court justices, ■oators and representatives. After these lame ths army and navy officers, In full r'ress uniform. All grades were represented, ' rom the two stars and four stars of the ' major general and admiral in the army and aavy down to the single bar and silver anchor If the army lieutenant and naval ensign, i fallowing these came the officials of the government, and then the Associated Veterans D if the war of 1846, the Grand Army of the Euiu and the members of the Oldest itants' association of ths District of tbia. Potti-. . Beans— Pea*—.. There was a remarkably large number of irunkvn brawls between midnight a id day- €•«»— 8 caoa for 16 ota Tomatoes— 3 cam for M ou Peathpa- 2—3 lo cui 26 cia boaps— UHrseil'Bs 4 bar* for 26 cia "While Mouotam"..6 bari for26 eta brusaeL 4 bar* for 26 cia 3 lb barn 2 bar* for 26 cm WaiblBf Powders— Clean«io« 3 pkgs for 16 eta Gold Dust 4 iba for 26 eta Baking Powders— The b hi 1 lb for 26 eta Jellies— 1—3 lb can 26 eta Crackers—Hitchner'g XXX Cream light, and the police iu all pu ts of the city wisre kept busy making urres's a.id attending to people who were shot, cut or bruised. California StntiMties. San Francisco, Jan. 2.—Tho Chronicle's annual review states that 1888 was the most prosperous year in California's history. The present population is estimated at 1,400,000. Pill-ailing en Kmbeaaler. Benjamin Gottheip, aged 17. was shot in (he leg while standing at Second avenue and "**(jlitieth street. F. VT, Kersig, aged 2W, was shot in the ihoulder looking out of a window at. No. 231 East Eighty tH(h street. lOl .1 Michael Larkin, uged eg near Eleventh avenue Chicago, Jan. 2.—Louis A- Horner, a city salesman in the employ of Heary Horner & Co., wholesale grocers, is an subeziier to the extent of $30,000, and it is believed he ha* fled to Canada Alderman Horner, one of the members of the firm and on uncle ol Louis, left for Montreal, where h* hopes to intercept the fugitive. Smallpox la » Penitentiary. Many counties have doubled, and some } trebled, their population during the year, 4.Vnera' products for 1888 are valued at manufactured products at 4170,- | orchard products at $24,000,000, and cereals at $55,000; bay and vegetables, $90,- 000,000; wine and brandy, $8,000,u00; wool, 411,500,000; savings banks deposits, $178,000,- 000, or $7,000,000 over 1887. Assessed value of all property increased $152,000,000; raisin product, 1,250,OuO boxes; orang product, season 1888-0, estimated 1,200,000 boxes; bean product, 70,000,000 pounds. "Mr. Mayor, according to the law as I understand it, the arrival of the hour of 12 o'clock to-day brings my official functions to a close, and is the beginning of your public duty as mayor of the city of New York for the two years to come. If you, sir, have half as much pleasure in assuming that duty as I have in laying it down you are to be congratulated, and I do now congratulate you very heartily. Gentlemen, I now introduce you to the mayor of the city of New York." Syracuse, N. Y., Jan. a—It was (latermined last night beyond a doubt that smallpox exists in the Onondaga penitentiary, Frank Clark, a tramp, having the disease In its worst form and three other men showing symptoms. Clark was taken to the past house this morning and the penitentiary will be rigidly quarantined. There are over 300 convicts in it, and all are greatly terrified. The terms of forty-two have expired, and theso are very indignant that they were not allowed to go out last night. Onlj the Captain Survives. itreet. Alexander Christio. aged 30, wjis shot in '.he shoulder on Thirty-fifth street, near Tenth avenue. Washington, Jan. a—The department of state has received a telegram from the United States consul at Bb. Jvhns, N. P., stating that the American brig Atalaya, Brown, master, from Rouen to Philadelphia, is a total loss at Renews. The captain is the only survivor. .. .3 lbs IS cts Hitchner'd Oyster 3 lbs 15 cts Milk 2 lbs36 ets Nut*—Assorted 2 lbs for 36 ots Patrick Fitzgerald had his ankle broken in a light between rival gaugs of tougbs at South Fifth avenue and Princo street.. Candle*—French Mixed. .2+ lba for 26eta Milk—Coudentwd 2 cana for 26 eta BroonH Beat No 8 26 Ota Sardine*— 4 boxes 26 eta Oplc«a—Ginger 1 lb for 96 eta All-spioe 1 lb forte eta Cinnamon 1 lb for 26 Ota Mustard 1 lb for 25 eta Pepper lib for 26 eta SfOVe Pol lull Rising Sun. .6 pkg. lieta James Sullivan, a tramp, had his clothes torn off and was bitten by two bulldogs which were s't upon him by some humorous residents of Avenue A. Mayor Grant smilod his thanks, and the outgoing and incoming mayors shook hands, while tha crowd cheered both. Then Mayor Grant, not seeing the ex-mayor, who had disappeared, smiled again and said: Mysterious Suicide in Philadelphia. Struck a Snug. WeAtlier ludlcMtious. Fair; warmer; southwesterly winds. Philadelphia, Jan. 2.—A man whose idem it} it was impossible to discover committed suicide in a room in the Guardhouse, some time between 1 o'clock ou Monday night and & o'clock yesterday afternoon, by shooting himself in the mouth. Before killing himself the man destroyed everything about his person likely to establish his identity, even scratching the name of the maker olt a pair of spectacle cases ho carried. The body was removed to the morgue. The man had forgotten his hat, and in it was stamped the name of the dealer, "Henry U-. Spellissy, 11» Passyunk avenue." This is the only thing that is likely to lead to his identity. New Orleans, Jan. 2.— The steamboat Natchez, owned by Thomas P. Lea then, struck a snag near Lake Providence and wtni beached in shallow water on the opposite side of the river. She cost $190,000, but could probably be replaced for $75,000, and is partly insured. There were an unusual number of small fires during the night. CONDENSED NEWS. During a drunken brawl shortly after midnight, at the corner f Forty-eighth street and First avenue, Michael Crow, aged 28, of 317 East Forty-eight U r.treet, was stabbed to death by one of a _p"*ty of live men, with whom he was quarreling, liis brother-inlaw, James Crow, of tf'J7 First avenue, and the other lour men were arrested, charged with the crime.. "I do not know that I cau say anything of special interest at this moment, except that I hope to give the city of New Vork so good a government during my term of office that when it ends I shall have, and shall tfeserve to have, the approbation of all the people alike." CoL Tolliver, of the famous Rowan county (Ky.) band, who has been in hiding for some time, went to Martinsburg on Christmas, got into a row with a stalwart young man, and cut him. The young man oracked Tolliver's skull with a weight, and the injuiy is fatal. Rleetrie Paste 6 pkge 26 eta Plum Pudding 2 cana for 26 eta All of the callers were presented to the iresident by name by CoL John M. Wilson jnd Lieut. Duval, of the army. They passed .hrough the red parlor, at the door of which \ heee two officers stood. The receiving line i steaded across the blue parlor to the door eading into the great east room, thence I hrough a window which had been trans' ermed into a temporary exit, under a canvas Dwning and out of the east gate to the fThite Hoase grounds. A Contractor Suffocated. Rice— A lt« for M eta There was loud and renewed cheering and cries of "Wish you luck," "I hope you won't have trouble," "He's all right," eta, etc. New York, Jan. 3.—John Mulholland, aged 64, a well known and wealthy contractor, was found dead in his room at the Mansion home, Harlem, having been suffocated by gas. He separated from his wife some time ago, and had been drinking heavily.  John Matthews, the Bald Knobber who win released from the Ozark jail by friend* wh4D knocked a hole in the w all, has been captured and returned. .archbishop Walsh read a letter from the pulpit in Dublin in which the pope declares a b itecial affection for the people of Ireland, anD 1 that his love for them is more intense ow ing to their fortitude in bearing their ma ny tsriaU. Barley—Pearl 4 lha for 36 eta Oatmeal—Scotch.. Apples- Evaporated T Dploca— Pe«rl... Macaroni—  . .0 lb* for 16 eta .3 Ida for 36 ou .3 Iba (or 36 eta 3 Iba for 36 eta Brooklyn, Jan. 2.—The celebration of the advent of a new year was unusually boisterous. Mrs. Eila Kiiduff, aged 23, of 118 Navy fcreet, was shot in the leg; while standing in b&r doorway. James Ryan, who was tiring a revolver in tke vicinity, was arrested. William Dun lap shot and probably l'atuliy grounded John Henry at 57 Neison street, luring a quarrel causM by the fact that Henry was celebrating . ocasioh too Qjisily to suit Duulup, who resides in and owns the building ii* which Henry rented apartments. There was a largo number of minor snooting and stahbing ail rays, as well as an unusual number of burglaries, Cres, and other unpleasant incidents during tho night.  PENNSYLVANIA'S LEGISLATURE. Catnap—Large boitlee. Hop*—Freeh  Fl|«—Choice lajer.... Nweet Po»aloe»— .. .3 bot (or 36 eta .. X lb tor 16 «ta .. 3 Iba (or 36 eu ..10 Iba (or 36 et Crawled Three Mil en with a Crushed Leg, Doth Branch.. Organize, and Governor Beaver Transmit. Bis Message. Cji'iN'CY, Ills., Jan. 2.—John Prettyman, an employe of the Western Union Telegraph company in this city, fell off a Hannibal and St. Joe train Suuday night alxDut 9 o'clock, tho wheels cutting off his right leg. Ho was three miles from West Quincy station, and binding up tho stump he crawled the entire dihtance on his hands and one knee, dragging his crushed and bleeding limb after him. lie arrived at the station at o'clock in the morning and was at once taken care of. Harbisburo, Jan. 2.—The legislature conveued at noon. The republican caucus slate candidates for the different senate and house offices were all elected by a party yote. In the senate, Russell Errett, of Allegheny, ■was elected chief clerk; John C. Grady, of Philadelphia, president pro tem; Allen IS. Smiley, journal clerk; A. T. Baum, reading clerk. In the house, Henry N. Boyor, of Philadelphia, was re-elected speaker; John W. Morri.Con, of Allegheny, chief clerk; J. W. It. Baiter, of Mercer, reading clerk; A. L. Fefc- New Tonic, Jan. 2.—The joint committee on union of the Northern and Southern Presbyterian church adjourned to meet in Atlanta, Ga., April 24, and it was announced that nothing definite had been decided upon as the result of the meetings here. Uslw Not Effected. The public reception was announced for 18:86, but it was nearly 1 o'clock when the fates were thrown open to admit the visitors hi small squads and detachments. From that ttme until the close of the reception the ■rowds poured ceaselessly through the parlors. T_ W. Vines, a St. Louis timekeeper, stole (5 000 fnini bis employes, put himself in a .tu ilk, and had a friend get him checked to »(1 is taut point He was stood on his head in Ihe baggage car and covered up with otht r baggage, and had to .shout for help, and was thus captured. Nqulbfl—Dnvif J box* f(rS&OU AmmunlM—L irge boltlea 3 Nut for 25 eu Sen our poods, get our prices, an th*-n 'e1 your own judgment decide whet' ev vou can do eo well anywhere clBe as at At ¥ o'clock, the hour fixed for the conclu*on of the reception, the crowd was still great, and the president said that he would , *eoaain and receive all who came. Washington-, Jan. 2.—Col. Lamont said there was no truth in the published statement to the effact that the president intended disposing of his country house at Oak View and take up a permanent residence at Georgetown.Another Story Denied. Jclin A. Mackay, the well Imown comedian. was booked for the leading role of a new play, '"A Noble Bon," to have been first pres. uted at, Orange, N. J., New Year's eve, but v vakened and disappeared. MORGANS t Many of those in the east parlor transferred their attention to the long, broad hall- MJ where some of the receiving party, eslaping from the environments of the blue parlor, were holding impromptu receptions lad greeting their friends. But the center 11 attraction in the hallwop was the entrance to the bine parlor. Diraotty opposite and fatting this doorway stood Iha receiving line. GEN. HARRISG 'S NEW YEAR, St. Louis, Jan. 2.—A special from Carthage, Mo,, announces tho death of Col. John C. Dent, a brother-in-law of Gen. Grant. Deuth of Col. Dent. OPSS teroir, of Montgomery, journal clerk; Charles E. Vcjrhees, resident clerk, and Harry Huha, ipeaker's clerk. A Continual Stream oC Cfft!1ers with lDDn- Bad Wood has for some time existed between Charles de la Garzil and Jeeus Bar bo, of At) ague, Tex. They met on horseback, and »j BjUtaneously opened tire. Then they diaiao. *nted rmd advanced upon each other, Both are dead. j Ixdiakapolis, Jan. 2.—Gen. Harrisop began the new year by attending to whatever immediate matters demanded his care during the forenoon, while the afternoon was given aver to the informal reception. From 3 grittulatlonit, Cot Dent was Mrs. Grant's brother, and Governor Beaver In lis annual message to served with honor in the late war of the re- the legislature calls attention to the rapid bellion, as also throughout the Mexir-an war. increase in the population of the state, which The funeral will take place in this city in tho ue estimates at 6,IXK),000. He refers to the family burying place. 1 peditng constitutional auiandmeat, providing Wants Protection for the Unwary. Alba IT, Jan. 2.—The annual report of Bank (superintendent Paine calls attention to the remarkable growth of building associations, and advises legislation to prewat possib.e fraud upon investors therein. The C fih Grocrr. South Main St., PitUton, Pa,