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FROM NEW TORK.
The Produce MarIset-CIosing Reports.

The Produce Marl<et-ClOsinR Reports.
Special Despatch TO The EUeniItJ Telegraph.
New YORK, May 1S.-Flour dull; favor buyer;
sales of $40 barrels at $5'65@590 for superhDa
State; $6'10@6'30 for extra State; $6'35O6'5O
for choice State; S565@590 for superfine West
ern; $6@6'90 for extra Western; $6'I5@G'70
for round hoop Ohio: $6'75@7'40 for trade
brands. Southern dropping; sales Of 800 barrels
at $6'5O@695 for common to fair extra; $7@12
for good choice extra. California dull; sales of
200 sacks at $6'25@940. Rye -four quiet; sales
of 100 barrels at 54'7597. Corn meal is quiet.
Wheat is without decided change; sales of
$4,000 bushels at $1'45 for No. spring, de-
livered; $1'46 for No. 1 and do. mixed, de-
livered; $1'S5 white Michigan. Corn dull and
1c. lower sales of 33, 600 bushels at 7S9SSc. for
new mixed Western; 9l@92c. for old mixed
Western, in store and ahoat. Rye dull; sales
600 bushels Western at $1'32. Barley dull
Barley Malt quiet. Oats lower; sales of $4,000
bushels at 49, GDS1c. for Western afoat.
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FROM HARRISBURG.
Annual Session of the Grand Lodge 1. q. d. +.
Welcome Addresses by Governor SearS'
Mayor Hays, and Others.

Annual Session of the Grand Lodge 4. u. o. +.
Welcome Addresses by Governor SearS'
Mayor Hays, and Others.
Special Despatch 10 The EUentng IeCe9Tdph'
HARRISBURG May 1S.-The Grand Lodge,
]. o. o. F., met in annual session this morning
at o'clock, in the hall of the House OF Repre-
sentatives. About three hundred representatives
and members were present. Grand Master Long
presided. The Grand Master announced that the
Grand Lodge would be formally received by
Governor Geary on behalf of the State authori-
ties, by Mayor Hays for the citizens OF Harris
burg, and by P. G. NJ. Lamberton for the Odd
Fellows of Harrisburg and vicinity.
When the gentlemen were introduced Gov
ernor Geary made a speech, in which he ten
dered a hearty welcome to the members of the
Grand Lodge, and congratulated them on the
fourishing condition of the Order throughout
the length and breadth of the Commonwealth,
and concluded by saying that if the Order pro-
gressed as rapidly in the next fifty years as in
the past, its membership would bc as countless
as the sands of the sea- He was followed by
Mayor Hays, who rendered the hospitalties OF
the city, and said that the people OF Harrisburg
| had good reason to cherish the Order Here the
virtues of the institution hadbeen admirably set
! forth, and he hailed with pleasure the advent OF
| those whose labors had tended SC
| muCn 10 elevate nlduhlnu VI
| NJ Lamberton was the next speaker. After
welcoming the body, he paid a glowing
tribute to the memory Of the late Grand Scribe
William Curtis. P. G. Sire Nicholson responded
on behalf of the Grand Lodge in a lengthy
speech in which he reviewed the history of the
Order, and gave some interesting facts relative
to its progress and the work accomplished. 4
recess was taken and general congratulatOn
were exchanged between the Governor, Mayor
and members.
The Committee on Credentials reported, and
large number of representatives were acknow
lodged, and took seats.
The Committee on Election Returns appointe,
Representatives Lowry, Morris, Levergood
Kensey, and Taylor.
Eighty-siX Past Grands were admitted Il
membership.
On motion, it was resolved to hold the ses
sions after to-day from to 1890, 9 to 5, an
from 7'3O to 10 o'clock, except on Wednesda
evening.
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CUBA.
Good News from the Insurgents Cnmp-SpIen-
did Triumph for the PatriOts-FrinidHd in
heir Hands.
WILLIAM.


7 heir Hands.
TRINIDAD, April 21.-General Cavada ordered part
Of his troops to approach Trinidad, without how
ever, attempting to take possession OF the place.
Citizen Villam with 1000 men and eight mules
which appeared to he loaded, marched in sight of
Trinidad II was attacked at IL O'Clock A. NJ. by
the Spanish troops. who came out from Trinidad
fed, leaving twenty dead thirty wounded, and
twenty-five Remington rifles behind. The patriots
lost twenty-fOur men in killed and wounded, one
adutant among the number Vilamil then received
orders from General Cavada to move to Palmareio,
where he arrived without finding single Spanish
soldier on the road
On the same day, and Trinidad arms in great
quantity were landed 10 the cries OF "Long live Cuba
free, and "Long live General Cespedes."
On the 18th General Francisco Aguilera attacked
a convoy four leagues from Las Tunas that was
being conducted to the garrison in that town. After
having lost the convoy the retreating columns were
attacked by the light cavalry and infantry of Agui-
lera and before they arrived in the city they lost one
tenth of their entire force. But they rallied in Las
Tunas, and, leaving two hundred men to guard the
city, sailed forth in que st OF the patriot forces
These, more astute than their opponents, dsap-
peared and attacked the city by the opposite side
from which the Spanish oops had left and after
taking 15O prisoners, all rat left after the bat
tie. The patriots had twenty killed in the engage
ment.
Aguilera Immediately took possession Of the city,
and found some artillery, among the rest two fine
field pieces with which he armed two fortihcations
which were Immediately erected. On his arrival he
was reinforced by $50 men that the Spaniards had
held there in confinement.
On the 18th the Spanish troops that had gone out
TO meet them presented themselves before the city
but were soon put TO light 10y the artillery Of the
CuDana.-IN. i. Sun.
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FROM NEW" ENGLAND.
Railroad Accident-Fire


SPRINGFIELD, Mass, May 1S.-Tbe down train
from Albany this morning colided near Chester
Station with a delayed freight train. George f,
Porter of Charlestown, and Mrs. E. L. Hedstrom,
of Buffalo, were the only persons seriously
injured, The wounded were brought to the
Massasoit House, in this city, to-day.
Jobson & Chase's planing-mill and lumber
yard in this city, was destroyed by fire this
morning. The loss is about $20,0 900, and is par
TALLY insured.
Discovery.
BosToN May 1S.-The watch and other per
sonal matters of George C. Goodwin who died
of heart disease in New York, have been lound
in his valise, thus disproving the reports Oh
robbery. .,.
Walter Browns Intentions,
II is said that Walter Brown contemplates
visiting EnSland. with the intention of accepting
any challenge offered in single scull-rowing for
the championship Of the world
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FROM NEW" YORK.


Robbery.
NEW YORK, May 1S.-Early this morning the
residence of George w. Dodd in Greenyille.
New Jersey, was robbed OF silverware and other
property of considerable value.
Murderoua Coroner
Coroner Frank Vogt last night committed a
mnrderous assault upon William Berger, keeper
OF saloon in Hudson City, and almost killed
him. Vogt was arrested and held to bail.
fairs on Wall Street. "
Special Despatch 10 The BUening Telegraph 4.
New YORK, May 1S.-Stock market firm. fair
animation. The following are the prices:-
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FROM EUROPE. %

The American Bonds and stock Quotations.
Special Gable Telegram TO The Erenirg TeenrG ph
LONDON, May 1S-11 A. NJ. Consols for
money opened at 925E; Consols for account 9s24 3.
The Stock market opened quiet. o. s. 5-2Os,
1862 719l, fiat; Illinois, 9S12; Erie, 1917; Atlantic
and Great Western, %.
FRANKFoRT, May 1911 A. M.-U. s. 5-20s,
1862, S65E.
LIVERPOOL. May 1911 A. M.-Markets here
to-day are closed, owing TO the holidays.
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To commemorate the restoration of PEACE THROUGH
OUT THE LAND. THE COLISEUM in which tho
Jubilee is 70 be held will afford ample accommodation
nearly FIFTY THOUSAND PERSONS, and the series of
Musical Entertainments will include oratoro perform
ances by the GREATEST CHORUS ever organized in
part OF the world made up of Musical Societies from
all sections Of the country, and TWENTY THOUSAND
CHILDREN from the public schools with Orchestra
of ONE THOUSAND INSTRUMENTS, comprising many
States
DISTINGUISHED GUESTS from all sections Of the
Union including NATIONAL AND STATE bbICIALS,
will participate in the Jubilee and the citizens of Boston
will be prepared to extend those hospitaes and atten
uons to visitors from abroad which they hope may serve
to naugurate the of kind and fraterna feeling
among all American citizens, and aid In perpetoating
TOWARDS MEN,
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Another MYsterY.

Special Despatch to The EUening Telegraph
LEXINGTON, KY, May 1S--Mr. Gilman, the
trader who disappeared mysteriously from the
city on Wednesday last has not yet been heard
from. lie was from Bourbon county. He had
$4,000 with him when he left Versailles TO come
here, and it is feared be has been murdered for
his money.
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FROM BALTIMORE.
4 Library Formally Opened.

BALTIMORE, May lS.-The formal opening of
the Library OF the Colored Normal School took
place in this city last evening. Addresses were
made by Judge Bond, Hon. Archibald Sterling,
and others.
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FROM EUROPE.

heXsray Johnson Declines n Bnnquea-He
Expresses His Thanks and GratincSfion.
By Atlantic Cable
LONDON, May 1s-P. M.-Reverdy johnson
has written note to the authorities of South
ampton declining the proposed banquet in his
behalf. He took that occasion to express his
qualification at the extinction of the late appre-
tensions of unfriendly relations between Great
Britain and the United States. He was assured
the people of both countries regard war as the
direst calamity.
The French Elections.
PARIS, May 1S.-The elections in this vicinity
are likely to result favorably to the opposition;
but the general result throughout the country
leaves little hope for that party
The Egyptian Viceroy.
ALEXANDRIA, May 1S-The Viceroy of Egypt
sailed from this port yesterday. He will make
tour through Europe.
MANCHESTER, May 1S-2 p. M.-Market ouiet
and firm. The Whitsun holiday checks busi-
ness, and win probably all the week.
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Suicide.

BosToN, May 1S.-A. p. Rollins, OF the firm
of lockwood IL Rollins, job printers, committed
suicide this morning by cutting his throat.
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IIGHT-FINGERED.-Pat Hassan, awel-known pick
Tocket was taken in charge yesterday afternoon,
about 5 o'clock at Fourth street and Girard avenue
IThe fellow was on passenger car, and accompanied
by several of his pals. From two OF the passengers
a watch and poItemonnale mad disappeared Ihese
hearh fhis Afternoon before Alderman Kerr
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A BOLD ATTEMPT.-Last night Thomas Ryan zas
standing on the corner Of Penn and South streets.
gentleman passed that way, whose watch chain gilt
tered in the moonlight. The devil took possession of
Thomas He seized the passer-by by the throat,
pulled away both watch and chain and made or
lie didn't get far, however. He was brought up by
an officer, and will have hearing this afternoon at
the Central Station.
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THE PENNSYLVANIA CENTRAL.
Damages Against it for Alleged Conversion O
Baggage-Verdict X S10,660'6I.


In the suit by Cyrus ii. Mccormick, In the Supreme
Court Circuit before Judge Sutherland New York,
TO recover damages from the Pennsylvania Central
Railroad Company, for the alleged conversion OF
baggage, the jury yesterday gave the paintiI
dict for $40, ,GG06l. Mr.. Mccormick was on his way
from Washington to Chicago with his family, and at
the baggage-room of the companys Office in Phila-
delpha asked for checks for five trunks Being told
that he must first get tickets, he went TO buy them,
the trunks at the same time being placed in the bag
gagc-car. On presenting the tickets, MIR. McCor-
mick was told that he pay 81 80 extra freight
for the baggage This he refused to do. He de-
manded his trunks, but told that it too late,
and the baggage taken and consumed in the
depot at Chicago which was fired by lightning two
days afterwards. The Court charged the jury that
the company were liable for the value of the bag
gage and left only for them to say what was the
value of the trunks and their contents
Justice in Texas is still very rapid, il not always
certain. black mare was stolen from livery sta
bic, and, after search, was heard from in distant
town. The propretors seat messenger after her,
and day or two afterwards received a despatch as
foows:-"Your mare is here; will bring her; thief
hung
The principal OF a commercial college at Cincin-
natl recently received notice that bank held one of
its sham 500 bills, and wished payment. 1t had
been the Old country, and, being considered
good, had been paid out, endorsed, and finally re.
turned to Cincinnati for payment
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Assessor AsHwoRTH OF the Fifth Internal Reve-
nue. District has appointed Thomas G. Webster,
Joseph Emerson, and Charles Mears assistant asses
aors his district
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Gold opened at l47]s fell off 9s, rallied again
to %, receded to y, and is fiuctuatng between
these two last figures. Cash gold in free supply;
transactions in loans ranging from ) TO per
cent. for carrying.
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THE RESTRAINING OF CIGARs.-The tobacco dealers
are much exercised over the act of Congress rela-
tive to the retaXing Of cigars, etc. At meeting of
the trade held on Thursday evening, May 10, 1869 a
committee consisting Of Messrs. EW Dickerson, A.
r. Fougeray, A. +. Haws, Joseph A. Bremer and
Samuel Harrison, was appointed to correspond with
the Commissioner OF Internal Revenue in reference
10 the true meaning of the law. This committee last
evening addressed a letter to the Commissioner in
reference 10 the subject An answer to the same is
expected in few days
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COAL OIL TRAIN THROWN FROM THE TRACK
An accident occurred yesterday afternoon ON the
Greenwich Railroad, about half mile west of Broad
street, by which the locomotive and two cars OF
a ditch. The engine and one car were completely
demolished. The engineer and fireman saved -
selves by jumping of the lOcOmotv" vhenl
was caused by the displa""- me accloehs
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= nRoTER.-Franklm Kelly is CHECKER. He
tried the game on a weaker man last night at Setuyh
and FitZWater streets. He wanted to secure the
others vauables. Perhaps he would have got them
requested his company to the station-house. OF
course Franklin went willingly. He was wise
Alderman Bonsall gave him ticket of admission 10
tbe institution at Tenth and Passyunk road.
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FURTHER APPoIETNENTs.-This morning the Mayor
made the following additional appointments Of police
men
First Distrct-Andrew O'Conner.
Third District-,James Sherer.
Fourth Distrct-James G. Pidgeon.
Fifth District-IIugh Harkins.
Eleventh District-George Martin and p. Levy.
Fifteenth Dstrict-Thomas Ashton.
Eighteenth District-James w. Hunt
George SteelCup was also appointed on the Schuyl-
Kill IIarbor police force; and Joseph w. Roberts as
special officer at the Continental Hotel.
Joseph ii. Brown, cOlored has also been appointed
chief OF the 'dog catchers,n and expects to COM
menee his raid upon unmuzZled CANNES tomorrow
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STILL ANoTHER.-Ye Yesterday afternoon Policeman
CoPee OF the First district, shot dog supposed to
be mad, at Fourth and Charles streets child was
bitteu by the animal.
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SUMNER RESORTS.
SUNDAY TRAIN FOR THE SEASHORE

On and after Sunday next, May 49, the Mail train
for Atlantic City will
Leave Vine Street Ferry ryat..................sAM at
Leave Atlantic CITY p M.
Stopping at all Stations
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THE DEATH OF MIR. GEORGE HOOD gentleman
well known to all freguenters OF the Academy of
Music occurred late last night at his residence on
Ellsworth street, Eleventh For some time
past Mr.. Hood had been afflicted with rheumatism
which had frequently confined him to the house. A
few days ago he caught severe cold, which tended
10 aQgravate his complaint to such an extent that
business and summon medical aid. Yesterday
morning he was so low that he became speechless
and RAPIDLY sank until life was extinct. as above
stated Mr. Hood was native Of this city, and had
reached his fifty-seventh year. In early life he
learned the trade Of printer but was soon obliged
TO abandon it in consequence OF his imperfect sight
During his career as attache OF places of amnse-
ment he had been connected successfully with the
Walnut Street Theatre, the Musical Fund Hail. Con-
cert Hall and finally the Academy of Music, acting
as treasurer and general business manager OF the
latter institution from the time Of its opening in
1857
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experience in teaching Vocal Music, the Piano and
Cabinet Organ desires to take charge young ladies'
more of the private schools of Philadelphia Her
references from Professors of Music will satisfactory
Address Music Teacher" Office of the Evening Tele-
graph, stating where interview can be had and
when
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WEDDING INVITATIONS, ENGRAVED IN
w the newest and best manner
LOUIS DREKA, Stationer and Rngraver,
al No. 1893 Chestnut Street.
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CITY INTELLIGENCE.

A NOTABLE WEDDNG.-At1 II O'Clock this morning
me Methodist church on Fifth street, near Green, Of
which the Rev. Jacob Todd is pastor, the scene
Of a notable marriage ceremony, the bridegroom
being General James s. Negey, OF Pttsburg, the
Representative In Congress from the Twenty-second
district Of Pennsylvania. General Negley, the hero
Of the OCCASION served conspicuousy in the war for
ne UmSn and was aso engaged IN tne heXSSh
Volunteers OF that day. He began his career In the
hate war OF BrigaderGeneral OF volunteers, served
for a while under General Sherman, acquired CON
siderable reputation by his able defense OF Nasnvlne
In 1862, acted a conspicuous part IN Ine naCue VI
Stone River, for which he was promoted 10 pe
Major General and was subsequently engaged in
the Campaigns Of Tullahoma, Alabama and Georgia.
Last October he entered the Congressional arena as
the snccessor Of the Hon, James X. Moorhead and
now enters the state OF married lie with the nearly
wishes for his happiness OF thousands OF warm
The bride, Miss Grace Ashton, is from Schuylkin
county, in this State, and is daughter OF the Rev
lanes " Ashton, the present pastor Of the Pltman
NJ E Chapel I'm this city. Miss Ashton was accom-
panied TO the altar by Miss l. Roop and Miss Sim as
bridesmaids; Colonel William McMichae and Mr..
Ashton q brother Of the bride, acting as grooms-
men. The ceremonies were conducted by the Rev.
Mr. Ashton the father Of the bride, assisted by the
Rev Messrs. Todd Smiley, and Murphy. The affair
was conducted with all the eodt and elegance usually
incident to wedding in high life, and elected the
most eager attention on the part of the audience.
HEARINGS AT THE CENTRAL.-The following cases
were heard before Alderman Kerr at the Central
Police Station yesterday afternoon
Margaret Jackson was charged with the larceny Of
money from Mr.. James Hallowell. The latter testi-
fed that he resided at Chestnut Hill on last Thursday
night he lost six soveregns in a house where the
defendant resided; he saw Margaret have his pam
falcons, and noticed her to take his purse out: Mar
garet said that she would return the property If wit
ness made no further trouble.
The accused stated in defense that Hallowell had
given her the money, and that she had lost II; she
promised TO give him the amount If he would make
no further trouble. Margaret was held in 5000 bail
Thomas Ryan was charged with the larceny Of q
watch from Mr.. Thomas Welsh, residing at No. l21
South street The latter te2iifed that yesterday az
.e.ioon Ryan anu party OF young men met him AT
Second and lombard streets. RYAN seized his til1G-
niece from him and ran, When in custody the de-
fendant admitted that the crowd had the watch.
Michael Hasson was charged with picking pockets,
and was committed for trial
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nR TAKEs A FEARFuL LEAP.

On Thursday returned with my mind unsettled !
thought possibly might receive letter; no toRen
no nothing in assurance OF yOHr unchanging love!
Then ! felt satisfied that you had changed anu
became determined what course TO pursue. Your
seeming unlaithIulneas caused NJ 70 appear iln
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TYN NDALE d Nj I G ii ( L.,
NO 7O7 CITEsNUT STREET,
HAVE JUST OPENED A LARGE INVOICE OF
BOHEMIAN COLOGNE SETS.
AVARIETY OF PATTERNS,
Al 81 80 and slf5 PER SET. 20 stuth3mrp
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Sale of seats will commence on FRIDAY MORNING
May 21, at O'clock at GOuld's Piano Warerooms No
s3 Chestnut sreetand at the Box Office Of the Academy
M uso.
Doors open at ~, commence at o'clock.
THOMAS II. TURNBULL,
bbH Business Manager,
The New York herald., 1869-05-11

10 WEST 18TH STA RESPECTABLE GIRL AS COOK;
~ objection with the washing; three years
city reference from last where she bo from
tu ois
The New York herald., 1869-05-11

Os) KING st., IN THE sTORE.-A PROTESTANT
o. woman cook and aundress; good references viii
go O the country.
The New York herald., 1869-05-11

90 sMULBERRY STA REsPECThBLE ENGLISH
oD Protestant woman cook; thoroughly understands
her business no objections To the country.
The New York herald., 1869-05-11

ITO WEST 18TH STA YOUNG WOMAN AZ COOK
and assist with the washing Is excellent baker
of bread and biscuit; has the best city reference.
The New York herald., 1869-05-11

7Cd WEST 40rH ST.-AS COOK IN A PRIVATE
IL family understands all kinds of meats soups and
pssi wiling to assist with the Washing good city refer
bnca.
The New York herald., 1869-05-11

7OO WEST 9TH ST., NEAR 7TH Ay., IN THE CANDY
lOO storcA FIRST class cook undeTsta meats,
game, poultry. baking, eie hotel Doard
house IN the country preferred. Best reference.
The New York herald., 1869-05-11

TO WEST 10Th ST.. BETWEEN 9Th AND 7TH AVS
Liz Iespecta le woman first class cook is good
bread and biscuit maker objection TO u private board
ing house short c ance the country good city