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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-06-03
THE BROORLYN MURDER.

The horrible massacre in Brooklyn tene-
ment house yesterday was catastrophe so
clearly to have been fOreseen that one can
hardly hold the unfortunate husband and
father guiltless OF his own and his chidrcn's
destruction. The woman had been confined
! for some time in lunatic asylum, 4" for fear"
! as the reports ssy, that she might do bodily
charm to either herself or children" That is
to say, she was evidently the victim of homi-
cidal mania, and it is now, alas, but too evil
dent that she was discharged without being
cured. What responsibility may rest upon
the officers Of the Asylum the inquest or the
trial may perhaps show. 1t is unfortunately,
however, but too often the case that the
relatives of insane persons, either through
mistaken tenderness, or over confidence in
their own powers of control or that reckless
contempt for consequences which seems to be
the besetting SIN of our lives, are too ready to
remove patients from the restraint of an asy-
lum before the diseased mind has recovered
its normal health or the morbid impulses have
been completely conquered. 1t then needs but
a slight exciting cause to bring on fresh
parOxysm and the utter and final overthrow Of
reason. Physicians cannot demonstrate too
strongly against the dangers of this practice ;
and it may be questioned whether the law
ought not to intervene to save both the in
sane and their possible victims from the awful
peril of liberty.
This Brooklyn case, however, illustrates the
inefliciency of our laws for the control not
only of dangerous lunatics but of insane crim-
nails. Mrs. Derwire being woman in the lower
walks of life, and having merely butchered
her own family, will doubtless be sent from
the Jail to the asylum and kept there for a
long time. If she had been a prosperous ad-
ventures and had shot her lover in fit of
jealousy, she would have been acquitted of
murder on the ground of insanity, and, in
stead of going to the asylum would have been
set free and Immediately advertised to lecture,
Murderers whc-are really insane are punished
while those who only pretend to be so are not
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-06-03

Two watchmen in foundery at Cold Spring,
on the Hudson, were bound by masked
burglars early yesterday. and safe was blown
open and robbed of 5000. 1t is to be hoped
that punishment will follow these outlaws as
aDesdily as it did the baud who ravaged the
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-06-03

mendati0n.
Mormonism has received q severe blow IN
the passage of the House bill relating to Utah
affairs. This bill is simply an attempt to ex-
clude Mormons or poygamists from jnres
and from all administration OF civil or GRIM
ipal law in the Territory of Utah. Heretofore
it has been impossible to procure convictions
for the alleged crime of polygamy in Utah,
80 long az men who practiced it were in the
iury-box. The statute against plural
ity of wives has been imperative. Inc
bill which passed the House yesterday
by vote of 1855 to 90 IL bold
stroke at the whole system. 1t virtually
denudcs the Mormon of several of the chief
rights of citizenship. 1t is a heroic remedy
for an obstinate disease. The Mormon dele
gate made an earnest plea against what he
considers an act of Congressional tyranny.
The bill now goes to the Senate, where 1t IS
thought to have a clear majority in its favor |;
and it is we'll known that the PRESIDENT de-
sres an opportunity to sign 1t. Inc Moimons
hone thew will be able to annul the force OF
the law which is now preparing FOR them;
they believe that they can establish Its uncon-
stitutionaity to the satisfaction OF the United
States Supreme Court.
The Senate, in it's prompt and unanimous
confirmation of Gen. Bristov, only reflects
the eagerness of the country for Secretary
of the Treasury, and the sense OF relief with
which the country perceives the figure of Mr..
Richardson vanishing through the outer door.
No man ever had better opportunity for
achieving great reputation with only moderate
performance. The new Secretary could not
fail to improve on his predecessor if
he tried and the country is so glad
of his arrival as to he in mood for giving
him the most generous consideration. The
nomination of Mr.. Richardson to a vacant
place on the bench of the Court OF Claims
was discreditabe TO the President, and its con-
firmatiOn, even by bare majority. is still more
discreditable to the Senate. The PRESIDENT
may not know. since he seems to know moth
ing whatever about Treasury matters, that
Mr. Richardson, if honest, has displayed an
obstinate incompetence to " degree that
is criminal. TO lift this laughing-stock
of the country, who could excite no emotion
save rIdicule till his mOnstrOus course IN the
Sanborn business aroused mingled disgust and
contempt, out of the Treasury only to drop
him on the bench of the Court of Claims, IL
an indecent act, for which on the part OF the
President it is perhaps possible to plead the
excuse that he did not know any better Even
that poor excuse cannot be pleaded for the
Senators who voted for his confirmation.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-06-03

The transfer of the cases of the indicted
Brooklyn officials from the Court of Sessions
80 The new term of the Oyer and TermiDer
has caused District Attoney Winslow little
embarrassment, and will be hailed with salts
faction by all who have at heart the cause OF
reform
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-06-03
Amueemcnts and Aleetines.

sARNuM's ROMAN ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ~ GSoanu
ats
coIossEUM-Day and evening: London by night ..
DAYS FIFTH AVENUE nrEATER.-" Monsieur Aipnons0
and "Oiiver Twist"
SIpIo's TIIEArER.- -" The Lady OF the Lake
UNION SQUARE TIEArBR-" Camille. MISS '
Morris.
WAIIAcK's THEATER Fate" Miss CarlStts Leeier'q
ACADEMY OF DEsIGN-Annual Exhibition.
CENTRAL PARK GARDES.-Theodorc Thomass oun"0'
Night Concerts.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-06-03
Business Nollres.
FOoD AND DIGESTION.

Pearl" otter eltiDg shades "a FHtonst, n Y
BEST PLAN IN LIFE INSURANCE.-The all
cash s-raie plan Insurance CoxPAS
FOoD AND DIGESTION.
dyspepsia the gastric juice which should dissolve the food only
quantities and whatever be the feeling Of emph-
cases the dysppe should eat sparng
To remedy evil membrane the stomach which seees
and gastric eu be stimulated and toned and the best
In fact preparation for this purpose HOsrnTrKEs sroA
.cH only this admirable sCmlehis promote
.e, steady supply A. solvent which converts the food to
purposes u but it also regulates the aOw Of bile controls the
bowels sod has nvgoratug eHc, the nerves The glO"
which the very through the srues Of the
more permanent ung effects which produced by its persistent
Use hmprOyes appetite the spirits and renders the body
hardy and stroBg
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-06-03

1t would have done the late Col. James Fisk's
heart good if he could have seen the ceremonies at
his own grave on Decoration Day. An elegant
marble monument Of the most elaborate design and
expensive material has been erected over the sacred
spot, and inscribed in large letters FISK JR. Four
life-size marble figures sit at tho four corners and
symbolic the pursuits to which the Oaonel devoted
his career. One represents Railroads" another
Music and the Drama" third " Steamboats," and
fourth hasa bag of money in one hand O rod en-
twined by serpent in the other, and wreath on
the head surmOunted by an eagle. This suggestive
design, we may as well explain is meant for Com
merce." The mourners, bearing proflsion of
flowers, white doves, and other emblems, rode TO
the cemetery on the morning of the SOth, preceded
by band Of music and followed by about FIVE thou
sand people, many Of them being the first people of
the town."-The Brattleboro correspondence Of The
Troy Press, from which gather these interesting
details, adds parentheticaly that after the Fisk
ceremonies wero over the exercises of decorating
the graves of deceased soldiers under the auspices
Of Post Sedgwick, G.. A. r., occurred" That was
well. We are glad there were no invidious distinc-
tions.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-06-03

;mnos;ng. and the asscmblage was brilliant
and notable; but better than ALL the work
that is planned and the collections already
brought together are worthy OF high COM
mendatiOn.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-06-03

suburbs last Fall. only to be hunted down py .no
police and sentenced to long terms IN INC
State Prison. -..
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-06-03
Nelp'2lotk Daily gribm,1e.
FOUNDED BY HORACE GREELEY.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 1874.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-06-03

Two hundred years ago blunder such as the
civic authorities Of London committed on the occa-
sion Of the Cars reception at Guildhal might have
led to very serious results by some inconceivable
error no provision was made for the Diplomatic
Body with the other distinguished guests, and when
tho ambassadors entered the banquet-room they
were rudely sent about their business, and threat
ened with expulsion 1t is needless to say that they
went out, and though apologies were sent after
them while they were waiting for their carriages
they would not return. To be sure it is not often
that an Alderman dimes with Car, and when the
chance comes in his way tho City Father would be
either more or less than man il he neglected TO
profit to the utmost by his opportunity but greed-
ness in this case seems really TO have been carried
too far Wars have grown out Of slighter prov oca-
ton. We are not informed whether our own excel
lent representative, Mr.. Benjamin Moran, was one
OF the hungry diplomats excluded but if no was it
will be interesting to know whether Mr. Fish will
require the Mayor and Corporation of London to
salute the flag By way of apology.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-06-03

1t is almost cruel to charge the trades unions with
tho terrible tragedy in Brooklyn, yet they certainly
had great deal to do with it, they have with do
nostic discord and suffering In thousands of homes
Ths msaia0 who praaed hsg husband and Shildyvu
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1874-06-03

Gen. Grant has rarely appeared to better
advantage in any unofficial act than in his
trip from Washington to New-York, to lend to
the laying of the cornerstone of the
American Museum of Natural History the
dignity of the presence of the President of
the United States. The occasion was
one of purely scientific interest, and the Pres
ident displays worthy understanding of some
of the incidental obligations of his high sta
ton when he uses it as means of furthering
such causes. 1t was time and trouble well
bestowed, and we gladly embrace one of the
few opportunities he has given us to thank him
for such an educational service. New-Y0rk has
been much behindhand in all matters pertain
ing to natural science. ALTHOUGH not lacking
in public spirit on almost all other occasions
her citizens have hitherto allowed the vOta-
rles of science to carry their trophies to Har-
ward, to Yale, to Philadelphia, to Chicago, or to
Washington, and leave us in provincial pO-
sition 80 far as the study of nature was con-
cerDed. Prof. Henry takes us to task in this
matter, and we must accept the rebuke. At
last we have made beginning and it will
be seen from the accounts Of the undertaking
that there is fair ground for hope that the
good work Of the future will cover up the
deficiencies Of the past. The ceremonies were
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1874-05-23
rha Dedieation of Concern Hall.


This new, commod ious and beautiful Hall
was dedicated on Monday, 18th instant. by
that avorite actress and sweet singer, CLARA
WiLpNAN. supported by the New York Come
dy Theatre Company-F J. WnDNAN priuci-
pal. The Hail itself is really a gem. The
architect, Mr. Julius c. Holmes, has certainly
proved his skill and judgment in its constTuc-
ton, it being admirably adapted for Dramatic
representations. aud Concerts and entertain
ments generally. It's acoustic properties are
said 10 be perfect and reflects credit on the
mas,er-builder. As a handsome and useful
ornament to our town, it should be regarded
by our citizens with pride.
On the opening occasion, long before the
hour advertised the Hall was filled-tbe audi
ence embracing much Of the beauty and fash
ion Of our town and its surroundings. After
a grand Overture BY Prof Steubgen's excellent
orchestra the curtain rose and Clara Wildman
stepped to the foot lights and delivered an APP
propriate dedicatory address in her most pleas
ing manner, at the close Of which she was pre-
seated with a beautiful floral ofEering-a mag
ni6ceut Basket Of choice flowers.
Victor Hugo's grand play Of Lucretia Bor-
gia was then rendered in a mastery style-the
entire company acquittiug themselves hand
somely-Mr aud Mrs. Wildman faultlessly in
their impersonation Of the leading characters.
The evenings entertainment was concluded
with Mr.. Wilimau's own popular Farce-the
Yankee Duel" The remaining nights of the
week the Company appeared in " Ten Nights
in a Bar Room" Rip Van Wrinkle" " East
Lynne" Camille" the engagement closing
on Saturday evening with Fanchon in the
presence Of a crowded aud enthusiastic audi
euce. Since Mr.. Wildmans appearance here
in January, he had some valuable sccessions
TO his corps-Prof E. S Bergan, Miss Ella
Bailey. Mrs. Louisa and Rose Watson. L. R.
Warv OK, T. G. Rothwell, and several others
AT the close Of the performance on Saturday
evening there was pleasing episode. Mr..
Wildman was presented with handsome ebo-
ny walking stick, massively mounted with
gold and hastily carved and inscribed Tie
presentation was made in few words by Mr..
James n. Gallsher in behalf Of himself and
Messrs. A. w. Hawks, Geo S. Eyster aud j.
c. Holmes, as a mark Of their high apprecia-
ton Of Mr. VS. professional ability and esteem
for him personally. Mr. Wildman responded
fercitously Admiration Of Mrs. w had prac-
,ical illustration during Saturday in the gift OF
a costly article Of jewelry--the donor modest
/ ly Withholding bis name from the public.
After two very successful evenings at Har-
per's Ferry, this company, at the solicitation OF
prominent gentlemen Of Martiusburg, repaired
/ 10 that place for a short season.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1874-05-23
And Otherwise.

'Sam Clover" says the cut-worm and pota-
to-bug census is now being taken. Cremation
is good Tor caterpillars and bed-bugs.
On the 2Sth Of the present month the sign
will be right for planting a new Council aud
Mayor These are biennial bulbs and will
grow without water
Orgar-griuders have not yet come up-the
season has been backward for them Their
appearance on the 4th Of June is prognostica-
I'D
This is lie time to set out chimneys-the
birds want 10 move aud build. Set out few
good healthy Reaper and Mower Agents about
tie first of June.
The Grange has waged war against the po-
tato-bug June-bugS are ripening-a large
crop is expected, as this is the bug year-lo-
Gust aud honey will do better than peach and
honey.
few stumped tors and stone bruises are
now IN order The season for planting street
lamp posts Is near at hsnd-the sign will be
right for them in June-don't plant in the
sign Of the crab-they might &" 60 back on
you.
The few Spring chickens offered are one year
old.
A heavy decline in the cost Of electioneer-
ing may now he noted voters will be treated
less-smilingly
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1874-05-23
Destructive Fire.


The Planning Mill and Sash Factory, three
miles from Charlestown, on the Shenandoah
river, belonging to the estate Of Capt. W. c
Sheerer. deceased. and under the management
Of Mr.. William Phillips. was totally destroyed
By FIRE on Tuesday morning last about o'clk.
The valuable machinery. tools. large quantI-
~ Of made-up work aud about fifty thousand
feet Of lumber and also the books Of Mr.. Phil
lips. consumed. Considering the time Of its
occurrence and the fact that FIRE had not been
in the establishment for two weeks. il is fair
to infer that an iucendiary applied a torch
We have heard the loss estimated al $4,000
Insurance on Mil aud Machinery to the ex-
tent Of $1,000
The loss 70 Mr. Philips is large. and falls
heavily upon a most worthy and useful artl-
zan. reducing him from prosperity and the ia
ciljties, the accumulation Of years, Tor fne
work and the execution Of large contracts, to
the condition from which he emerged at the
expiration Of his aPprenticeship-save bis ex-
perience as a master workman.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1874-05-23
The Old Family Journal.
successful Operation OF freFannina.

As an are interested in the aid that skill may
bring to suffering humanity, we take great
pleasure in bringing to the knowledge Of the
public most skHlrul and successful operation
Of ,repauDiDg performed. bringing not only re-
lief 10 the sufferer, but to the anxiety Of his
parents. and family aud friends.
The operation was performed on Mr.. Austin
Locke. in the ueigLborhood Of Summit Point,
aud by Or. Taylor Holiday Of Winchester, in
conjunction with DIS Mason and Starry Of
this place. and from the locality Of the opera
ton in the os froutis," or frontal bone. and
Jus. over. and 10 the neighborhood Of the su-
perior longitudinal vinus the commruica-
ton and channel Of some siS other vinuses
for the circulation Of the blood through the
brain, the operation was one Of peculiar deli
cacy. aud requiring the highest surgical skill
Under these critical circumstances, however,
the operation has been performed with the
greatest skill. rejecting high reputation and
credit upon those medical gentlemen, and as
more than two weeks have elapsed, aud all the
symptoms are fayoabls. there is every hope
that their patient will be restored to perfect
health.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1874-05-23
Almost a Serious COnGagratiOn.

Our town, on Monday evening last, about
s o'clock. was on the eve Of q serious confagra-
ton. The frame dwelling occupied by Mr.
James W Beller, next door to the residence Of
the ola Family" was set on fire by the
knocking or upsetting q one coal oil lamp a.
gainst another breaking one and iguitng the
oil. The Gre was, fortunately, promptly ex-
tnguisbed without other damage than ,he
burning Of some books and other articles on
the table, and tearing away Of the front steps
and part Of the Withdrawing which were
fred 10 the attempt toJhrow The burning lamp
into the street a strong breeze was blowing
IN a line with other frame buildings and TO-
ward the centre oi tic town.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1874-05-23
MARRIED.

At the residence Of the brides father. in
Charlestown, on Tuesday afternoon. May 10. 1874.
bv Rev J. j. Kahn, Mr.. JAMES GARLAND
HURST. Of this County, to Miss ELIZABETH A.
TEARNEY, daughter Of Edward Tearney, Esq.
bouutitul supply of wedding cake showed
that we we're not forgotten, and in return we
trust that the of happiness may shine brightly
down on the newly married pair, nor be obscured
for dav BY any cloud Of sorrow.
"May life be 70 them one long Summers day."
At Sandy Hook. Washington County, MARYLAND,
Ap~il 2qth. 1874 by Rev. j. II. Marsh, JOHN NJ
McABEE and SARAH JANE B1SSETT.
In the Presbyterian Church at Harper's Ferry,
Nav 18th. 1874. by Rev. J. II. Marsh, assisted by
Rev. A. Robv, MAHLON LANCASTER and VlR-
GINA DERRY.
BY Rev. Thomas L. Preston, Of Richmond, Va,
Nav 18th. Col " WILLIAM ALLAN, Of Baltimore,
to Miss E. K. PRESTON. daughter Of Col. J. T..
l.. Preston, of Lexington.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1874-05-23
Menagerie and Circus.

The Great Southern Menagerie and Circus
will arrive IN this place on Thursday June 4th.
aud will give our citizens lrom the surround
ing country an opportunity Of witnessing two
If the fine performances. The reporter of the
Lynchburg " Republican visited the show at
salem. Virginia. and pronounces the ring per-
Torrance the finest ever given in this country
Among the stars is Miss Jennie Tournaire the
beautiful. accomplished slack wire performer.
whose acts Of Juggling upon the slack wire and
daring performance upon the flying trapeZe
have won fer her the title Of The Aerial
Queen" and must be seen 10 he appreciated
balancing herself on the trapeze while in full
swing. standing on the trapeze bar with ore
foot. upon her knees while in full motion; all
are accomplished with an ease and grace which
in one 81 young and beautiful seems miracu-
Ions The Sebastian family also add greatly
20 the strength Of this mammoth combination (;
Mrs. Sebastian in her mauege act is unrivaled,
while Ia Petite Josephene the only French
bare back rider 10 America is always greeted
with the warmeSt applarSe. Mile jeanette,
N celebrated English principal rider, rides
fine act. while there Is no end n the hoops,
banners and drums. through which this famous
Equestrienue passes before leaving the andi-
enre Mr.. Romeo Sebastian needs no praise.
as bis riding speaks for itself. We only echo
the opinion Of thousands when we say he is
the hest rider we have ever seen-as piroutte
and Sumersauli rider he has no equal. Hap
DIV Jack Lawton keeps his auditors convulsed
with laughter from the moment he enters the
ring until each act is finished. while his col
leagues. Messrs. Shaw and Burieau. ably
second him in making all hands happy.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1874-05-23
DIED,

AZ the residence Of his father in this place, on
Saturday morning, MAY 49, 1874, Of ConsumI
ton, SAMUEL b. MYERS, aged 81 years, 10
months and 20 DAYS
The deceased had long fingered under the pangs
oC this fell DESTROYER and tn oughout his great sui
feriug exhibited patient, christian resignation
leaving behind him the blessed evidence Of that
acceptance with God which he had protested seve-
raj years previous to his death. His remains were
Inferred at Edge Hill Cemetery on Sabbath after
noon, and were accompanied Co the grave by
large procession of his brethren Of the Masonic
and Odd Fellow iraternties-the latter Order Of
fcating-snd goodly number of friends and &C
quantances.-R omney h''itige"eer please copy.
AT her residence in Winchester. Va, on the
2lst April, Mrs. MARGARET BYRD, widow OF
the late Richard Z. Byrd, decd, in the 65th year
OF her age.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1874-05-23

PIANo AaESCY Mrs George w Cham
bers residing at Bolivar, in this county, has
received an Agency Tor the Suetf Pianos and
The Burdette Organs for Church or Parlor-
These instruments are so well known aud SO
highly extolled By those acquainted with their
superior qualities il would be a work Of SUI
pererogation for us 20 add a word. We viii
say. however. that Mrs Chambers is a lady Of
excellent Judgment in matters pertaining 70
music. aud who will, if the selection be left 20
her. secure an instrument faultless ~ tone, sc.
Call upon her at Bolivar. or address her at
Harper's Ferry. aud prompt attention will be
received
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1874-05-23
SPRING TRADE.

THAvE now in Storea large variety Of BOOTS
| AND SHOES for Spring Trade, all my own
manufacture have a great many late styles Tor
the season. handsome and attractive. ! am also
ready to paw prompt attention 70 all orders re
pairing neatly executed. GEO. IL. hAuLhl'
HAGLEY, at DutFeld's, keeps always a
GOOD stock of Home and City made BOUTS,
SHOES AND CATERS. Also. Tobacco, Cigars
I'D SnuT Confectioneries OF every description,
Motions. Hosiery, Gloves, &c, &c, and will soon
incresse his stock with otner goods. Also makes
to order and repairs all kinds and styles OF Boots
and : hoes.
April 1, 1874