The Stourbridge Observer, Cradley Heath, Halesowen & District Chronicle.
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1871-07-15 00:00:00

THE t-!TOVRPEIDCE

THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY.
VERSAILLES, Thursday eveniug

In to-day's sitting of the National Assembly
the Minister of Public Works, defending the
Railway Companies against charges of ineffi-
ciency, pointed out the great losses in material
the companies had suffered during the war, and
the tremendous strain upon the Eastern lino
mired by the conveyance of French prisoners
one way, and of German military stores the
other. The French Government, however, was
in negociation with the Prussians for the return
of many of the captured carriages, and with
patience the country would emerge from its diffi-
culties.

M. de Lareey said that measures would be
taken to Jrevent the accumulation of goods at
the. railway. stations.

On the discussion of the elections in the Pny
de Dome, N. Prineettun said a man can be fav-
ourable to the claims of Henry V., without being
favourable to the privileges of the Legitimist

OENERAL NIMS.

Pren Association Telegrams!.
THE ELTHAM MURDER.

FRIDAY.

The trial of Pook was re-commenced this
morning. Lazell, the gardener, created some
astonishment by volunteering a piece of evi-
dence entirely new in regard to the finding of a
. . . . .

hlood-stitinedpocket-heakerchief, or duseer, on
the scene of the murder.

THE MANSLAUGHTER OF MR. MOON.
The trial for tho manslaughter of Mr. Moon
is again going on to-clay.

THE ETON AND HARROW CRICKET

MATCH.

The Eton and Harrow Cricket Match is com-
menced at London to-day, before a very large
company.

LONDON CORN MARKET (CLOSE).
FRIDAY.

Market generally slow, in consequence of the
tine weather. English wheat dull; foreign
rather easier. Flour unaltered. Barley dull.
Oats sixpence cheaper since Monday. 'Adze
and beans one shilling cheaper. Peas firm.

SHOCKIND AND FATAL RAILWAY

ACCIDENT AT THE LYE STATION.

A frightful railway accident happened last
night at the Lye Station. It appears that three
children named Lizzie Wooldridge (daughter of
Mr. Wooldridge, butcher, of the Lye Waste),
Meredith, and John Perry, all of them about
six years of age, took shelter from the rain under
some goods trucks that were standing on a aid
ing close to the Lye Goods' Station, and whilst
they were there a bank train came into the Lye
Station from Gradley at ten minutes to six' and
backed into the siding to get a truck out for
Stourbridge. They started back, and when
they had proceeded a few yards the men in charge
of the train heard a scream. The driver pulled
up as soon possible, and they then saw the limbs
of the unfortunate children clinging to the
wheels. They were immediately got out, and
most horrible sight presented itself. The little
girl Wooldridge was totally disembowelled. The
lad Meredith had both his feet cut ell; and the
other pour little fellow Perry, had his one arm
out oil. Wooldridge and Meredith were con-
veyed to their respective homes, and Perry was
taken in a trap to Dr. Bayley's surgery, Stour-
bridge. Mr. it. L. Freer was sent for, and was
in immediate attendance; but notwithstanding
his most strenuous exertions the unfortunate
little girl Wooldridge died about half-past seven.
Mr. Freer amputated Meredith's leg, and he was
doing as well as could be expected when our re•
porter left the place.
Perry 'el right arm was amputated at Dr. Bay-
-10)5, above the elbow, and he was then taken
back to the Lye in a trap. He was perfectly
conscious when he arrived at 'Air. Bayley'a and
answered several questions that were put to him.
He is going on very well..

The-stralgest part of it is that several ttleti
were at work close to the spot, uud never sau
auything of the your htt.hc thiugs. It is sup-
posed that Uheu the train started they endea-
voured to get out betuten the whets, awl se
sustalued their awful iujuries.

Wag their ei add, Logs, banners,
die., Red the usual mounted characters of Friar
Tuck, Maid Marian, Will Scarlett, Robin Hood,
and Little John, in great numbers. There was
also a large number of Shepherds. Having ar-
ranged themselves, they—headed by Field's
military band—marched through the town, en
tint' to Hagley Park. The procession, whila was
nearly a mile long, was also accompanied by the
Rifle Fife and Drum Band, and the Round Oek
Works' Band, playing lively quick steps as they
marched along. It frequently happens in pro-
cessions that the best show takes the lead, but
on this occasion they deviated from the rule, anal
the latter part of the procession was very fine
as regards both men and horses.
In the park a host of amusements had beeh
provided by the Committee, and judging trete
the fine morning it was hoped that the fits-
would have been a great success; but unfortu-
nately, when huge numbers were wending their
way to the park dark clouds were hovering
round, and at an early part of the evening rain
set in, and continued for the remainder of the
evening, thus preventing large numbers from
attending. But, notwithstanding this, it is esti-
mated that some six thousand persons paid for
admission, and it is hoped there will be a good
profit towards the object for whirls it was held.
THE AMUSEMENTS. - Field's military band
opened the amusements by playing" Zampa,"
in first-rate style, for which they received hearty
applause. They were followed by the Round
Oak Works Band, after which the Drum and
Fife Band played a lively dr. Miss F. Nesbitt
then gave two serio-comic songs, and was loudly
encored, and was followed by the Misses E.
Stevens and E. Bibb, who gave a treat to those
present, by dancing in their well-known charac-
teristic style. During the afternoon the
Brothers Tallmarni (bur performers) gave a
pleasing entertainment, and the Messrs. D. K.
Barton and Alf West, negro comedians, gave
their laughable performance. Several operatic
selections were played by Field's Band, who
were frequently applauded. There was also a
variety of other entertainments give. Shooting
galleries were also provided, legerdemain show,
camera obscure, Punch and Judy, Sc., &c.
We must not forget to mention that during
the afternoon several balloon ascents took place
under the superintendence of Mr. Jones, who
was very successful with them, and had the
weather continued fine there is no doubt the fete
would have been the most successful ever at-
tempted in this district.
The wines, spirits, ales, &c., were provided by
Mr. Vale, of the King's Head, who appeared to
do a good business while the weather was fine.
'The ginger beer, tea, coffee, &c., was supplied
by Mr. J. Corns, of Wolverhampton ; but, as we
have before said, the rain set in early in the
evening, and must all the people left at an early
hour.

We must not close our report without a word
of praise to the Committee, who exerted them-
selves most strenuously to carry out the pro-
gratums of the day, and so render the day as
an enjoyable a one as possible.

clerk to Mr. Pargeter, and he had occasion to
go into the Seven Stars. Defendant came to
him, followed hint out, and followed hint up the
Grange field. He called witness bad names,
and said he had a whip for b-- Pargeter, and
would give it him before long. Defendant made
use of the most violent language—Mr. Pargeter
was called, and said that defendant was formerly
his servant; that in May last defendant shook
his fist in his face, and he was really afraid of
him.— Mr. Burbury addressed the Bench for the
defence, and said that the defendant was rather
of a passionate nature, and was irritated in con-
sequence of leaving his situation ; but alleged
that he would not have made use of the threats
' complained of if he had not been the worse for
' drink, and that he never really intended to in-
jure Mr. Pargeter--The Bench ord. red defend.
tut to be bound over in one surety of X2O, and
himself in 110, to keep the peace for six months,
and pay costs, 13s.
CHARGE OF ASSAULT. William Taylor was
charged by Samuel Syner with assaulting hint
on the sth inst. Complainant said he worked at
Shepheld's Brook Works; as also did the de-
fendant. A dispute arose about some iron,
when the defendant pushed and struck him. A
witness was called on both sides, and from the
evidence the Bench did not consider it a very
serious assault, and fined the defendant fid and
costs.

CHARGE AGAINST A PUBLICAN AT CLENT.—
William Phillips, landlord of the Fountain Inn,
Clint, was charged by Superintendent Freeman
with keeping his house open during prohibited
hours, on the 2nd inst. Police-constable Hall
proved visiting the defendants house just before
five o'clock. Several persons were in the house
drinking. A witness was called, who said that
it wanted a few minutes to five o'clock. The
defendant, on the contrary, alleged that accord-
ing to his time, which was kept by the church
clock, it was five o'clock. He had always
avoided opening his house before the proper
time, and should be glad if the house was shut
up all Sunday. Superintendent Freeman gave
the house a good character. The Bench re-
marked that there was a doubt as to the time,
and as defendant had formerly kept a well con-
ducted house they would give him the benefit,
and dismiss the case; but cautioned him to be
careful in future.

ASSAULT AT WOLLASTON.—J. Cox, of Wollas-
ton, was charged by William Cave with assault-
ing hint on the `27th ult. Complainant said that
he went into the defendant's father's house, the
Waterloo Inn, to have some ale. Defendant was
in, and after a short time lie charged complain-
ant with calling him an " He, how-
ever, did not call complainant an animal, and
told him so Thereupon defendant came to hint
on the other side of the room, caught hold of
him by the collar, shook, and struck him several
times. Defendant wanted hint to tight. He re-
fused, and defendant again struck hint several
times. Defendant called two witnesses who de-
nied the assault by defendant. The Bench
fined defendant Is and coats; in default seven
days. Defendant said he should not pay any
money, but would go to prison.
A WIFE BEATER. Thomas Chapman was
charged with assaulting Julia Chapman, his wife,
on the 9th inst. Complainant said she lived in
Park-street, Stourbridge. She was in the house
on the above date when defendant came home
and began cursing and swearing at her. He
went to her, and pulled her out of the room by
her head. Her son came into the room and
asked him what he was doing at Her, and he
said he would rip his son up. She had two
bruises on the body, but she did not know
whether he caused them or not. She could not
tell what happened after he pulled her out by the
neck. Defendant denied the offence, and said
he only laid hold of her by the left arm. He
was fined lid and costs, and ordered to be bound
over to keep the peace for one month, in one
surety of £lO, and himself in £2O.
..I.IIREATENING.—Joseph Hart was charged
with threatening Ann Maria Colson, on the i'ith
instant, at the Lye. Complainant said on the
above date defendant said he a ould pull herliver
out. Defendant, denied saying anything of the
sort. Defendant was bound over in one surety
of £5, and himself in £lO, to keep the pe.,ce.
Dicurns ANL) Itioxons.—Edward Hudgetts was
ordered to pay costs for being drunk and riotous
at Cradley. Police-constable Cartwright proved
the case.

MLPAlklliio PoLICE COUUT.—Major Fief,
cher announced that the Police Court would be
closed ou Friday, July 2tlth, for
.the purpose of
repairing the Court, and that no summonses
would be issued for that slate. If anything im-
portiuit occcrred in the meantime the case would
be taken to another place.
Tate DlAllsco DlGGlNoB.—Letters have been received
during the week by the friends of Means. Pearaon,
(irabebrook, and Oates, from South Africa Up to the
preaent time the aspirants have not been very fortunate
so getting dianionvie ; but rather on the contrary. They
have wolked unceasingly, without much success, but are
not in the keet daunted in their arduous uudertakiug,
which appeara to be bent with dangers. Mr. J. Pearson
was bitten on the road by • salamander, and the Holten.
tut drovers fully expected his di ath in an hour; but, for-
tunately, a medical gentleman named Tad lone of the
tarty), was anti him at the time, and under his treat-
ment, combined with a good constitution, he WWI rues-
coed. the diggers begin to work at daylight, and work
on until sac act. They had but cilia, nine feet in depth,
and they expect ere lung to obtain seine good result.
Water appearei to be vely scarce, and they have to fetch
at about • mile before they can get their ectlee for break.
fast. The water a pears to be lull of anuhais,and is the
shine that the bullucks thick. The dust, ivhe u the wind
b.vws, is almost Lhuding, and the insects ate Nay Dow
blesomi , and the past et the country which they are in
is little better than a ileae is, the welcher in the daytime
being xere.ive iy lit, said the night very rod. Mr. 11.
Peurion, of Iboriball, Mother to toe of the diggers,
hss received a boll-cant einithe ud, whichlium itsappi ar-
slice is of the tiret water. A very fine buck was shot by
the pasty, the wings being from tip to tap 20 feet long.
Uo going towsrde the bird at made a rush at Mr. J. 1...-
.on, who struck it with his rifle, the force of the blow
breaking hid rifle and at the same time killing the buck.
All the party appear to enjoy excellent health and spirits,
And hope that ere long Dame fortune will favour On ni
before they return home.
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