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Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
New Castle Items.
Especially Reported for the Commercially
Nprr r.arrp Auuuat 10

Especially Reported for the Comme -cal.l
New CASTLE, August 10.
The steamer Uncle Knapp returned yesterday
morning for another load of White Oak piling,
for New York.
The man with the "fying horse" or merry
go-round, arrived yesterday, per steamer Perry,
and pitched his tent on the vacant lot adjoining
the jefferson House.
A very large number OF both sexes departed
this morning for Pensgrove on the stesmer Ma
io,- Reybotd, the occasion being the excursion
for the benefit of st. Peters Church.
The steamer Sue brought down, yesterday, an
excursion party of knights Templar, bound for
Cape May. The Knights were accompanied by
Il number OF ladies', and the party aggregated,
doubtless two hundred. The steamer arrived
at the wharf on time, 1915, z. NJ, but was de-
tanned nearly two hours waiting the arrival
of similar party Of the train which was de-
layed. The latter came from Baltimore,
and was about equal in numbers to the
Phlla. party, and united they thronged the
saloon and decks of the steamer. They are eyi-
IDENTIFY bent on having fun and showed the right
material for rational enjoyment We were
struck by the fine appearance which large ma
jority Of the Knights presented.
Sheriff Armstrong yesterday received infor-
nation which although not official is reliable to
the effect that Taylor, the supposed murderer Of
Mackey has been arrested in small town IL
Ohio at his Cousins, NJ.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
Tne middIefo,yn E,alr.

circular issued in behalf of the Peninsnlar
Agricultural Association, by its Secretary, j.
Thomas Budd, states the proposed character of
tLe frat annual exhibition to be held at Middle
town, on September 23d Gath, and 25th, as fol-
lows
This Society will comprise a membership from
All sections of the State of Delaware, the East
ern Shore of Maryland, and the portion OF Yir-
ginia living east Of Chesapeake Bay. Middle
town in situated upon the line OF the Delaware
Nairoad about 25 miles below the city OF Will
mington and above the numerous branches and
connections of the Delaware II. r. The locality
iS high and very healthy, aud is surrounded by
one Of the most fertile aud productive agrcul-
ural DISTRICTS Possessing these great advan-
ages, it has been seleoted as the most eligible
and accessible location for the Peninstar Fair.
Tie grounds enclose twenty-five acres OF beauti-
full land within hundred yards OF the railroad
crossing and within half mile OF the business
centre Of the town, making but a short walk
from any of the hotels.
The Association has built half mile track in
strict accordance with the rules of the National
Irottng Association, and all Trials of Speed will
he made subject TO those regulations. A Grand
Stand, commanding an eutire view of the course,
will be erected for the comfort of those who de-
sire to witness the trials of speed and exhibi-
tions, made upon the track. Every accommoda-
tion for Stock of all kinds, placed upon exhibit
ton, will be provided and every protection af-
torded Suitable provision will be made for the
care and conspicuous exhibition of Machinery of
all kinds. and proper bindings. for the display of
all varieties of manufactured goods, will be
erected. This Exhibition will be conducted
upon the most liberal plan aud every encourage
nlent Is offered to Farmers, Horticulturists,
pumologists, Mechanics. Manufacturers, Deal
ers, and Housewives, to induce a large eXhibi-
zion Of Products Wares and matters OF interest
seal who desire to witness one of the very fin
esl displays Of products of this Peninsula, as well
as tie exhibition OF stock and implements, az il
evidenced by the amount of the premiums offer
cd.
The Executive Committee deem it possible to
have ta Association, at once, take rank with
much older associations. and, being practical
men, avail themselves of the experience of 9th
ers to attain such position. The exhibition viii
be 81 conducted that every one will find II mos
profitable and pleasant manner of spending the
time occupied by tho Fair, as the tastes ant
wieats Of all classes will be properly cared for
ani eItortlons 30 often found at Agriculture
Fairs, strictly prohibited.
The Executive Committee cordially invite al
classes of manufacturers 10 exhibit their goods
all farmers their products, all grazlers thei
stock OF every kind all poultry will have'iue at
leaton bees and tiioir products properly Az
signed position, aud all who desire to bring thei
claims before the public may feel assured the
can obtain no greater facilities than will here b.
aforded them.
There will be trials of speed each afternoon
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
Horrible Cruelty

NINE HORSES wANroNLY MurmArED-A mIsoRE-
ANTS ACT.
In New York, the Society for the Prevention
of Cruelty to Animals offer reward of 5000 for
the arrest and conviction of some miscreant
who, on Monday night, entered the stable OF - a
truck driver, named Dwyer, at the foot OF Forty
ninth street, East River, and wantonly wounded
and mutilated the horses that we're there-nine
in ALL When the door was opened, the scene
WAS one of the most shocking imaginable. Two
OF the poor animals were dead, and the remand
er lay writhing in agony and giving utferance TO
their distress by the most pitiful groans
The greater number had suffered deep cuts III
front OF the hips, from which the intestines pro-
truded and the act had apparently been perpe-
trated with the intention OF inficting much tor
ture without sndangering the horses lives The
owner saws he is not aware that he has an enemy
in the world and this dsstardly piece of diaboli-
cal cruelty therefore would seem to have been
prompted as much by desire to destroy the
horses as to mjure their owner.
The people in the vicinity we're greatly incens,
ed when the news spread, and many throngeo
around the stable to witness the pitable specta
Gle. II is fortunate for the miscreant that ht
did not come across their path, in or out OF Gus
tody, as the Indignation was so intense that \
would have been difficult to prevent them exc
cutting summary justice on the spot.
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Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
PERSONAL AND PARTICULAR.

john O. Breckinrdge spends the summer at
the Thousand Islands. He is in poor health.
An eastern debating society is trying to set
tie which is hardest to keep, diary or an
umbrella.
"A proposal WAS recently made in Edinburg,
Scotland, to license drinkers well al saloon
keepers.
-Waltham. Vermont, has reached the highest
point Of municipal happiness. 1t has no tax levy
and no paupers.
Thirteen tons OF barnacles were recently re-
moved from the bottom OF an iron ship after a
voyage from Bombay to Liverpool.
"A st. Louis obituary closes thus: " He
leaves a wife and five children, but had suit for
divorce pending in the Circuit Court"
Madam Bazaine has proved herself to be
such good strategist that the regret is express
ed that she was not in command at Metz instead
Of her husband.
The simplicity of Republican institutions
does not show to advantage in France. Nearly
every representative of France abroad il a duke
or marquis.
The Boston Globe thinks the depth of deg
radiation is tub-race. The Globe ought to see
Brooklyn policeman chased by burglar
Brooklyn Argus.
The first mosquito of the season was cap
tured near Newark, N. j., recently after killing
two dogs and biting off nine inches of his cap
tors ear.-M Y. Mail.
--Rector's daughter to Sunday school boy
" Oh, you have an elder brother well, how old
is he ~ Schoolboy-" Dunno, miss, but he has
just started oswearing."
AT recent marriage ceremony at lexington,
East Sussex, England the wedding ring, was
placed on the third toe of the brides left foot
because she had no hands.
One reason why Indianapolis has 30 many
burglaries is because n fellow has to " crack "
from six to twelve houses to get money enough
to pay his railroad fare out of town.
"A mirage occurred near Buckland, Va, re-
Gently, by which the whole city of Washington,
forty miles distant, with the Potomac flowing by
it, became visible In the clouds. The enchanting
scene lasted but few moments.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
Political Notes.

A newspaper correspondent reports an inter
NoE with Vice President Wilson. The Vice
President told him (the interviewer) that he did
mol snow whether the President really aspired
TO third term; that il he did he would certain
Iy lind that the American people would elect no
lnan for IL third term to the Presidency, no mat
'eF now melltOrlous his services or record that
10 tar as he IWilsonl was concerned he would
have as so)n joined the rebellion in its first con-
septon as to join now the tail OF il, which ye {
showed life. He could not believe the President
encouraged any such thought.
The Harrisburg Patriot (Dem.) is authority
Tor saying that Ex-Governor Curtin openly pro-
claims his preference for the Democratic party
ana Wlli' it s reported, take an active personal
saFI III the approaching political contest.
In the lst District of Virginia which includes
M sls Two COUNTIES OF the Eastern Shore, the
Conservatives" have nominated Beverley b.
p9 pp9oiSiass, Of King William county, for Congress-
ne republicans renominate the present mem
per- lion. j. Is, Sener, who was elected in 1877.
" oi'y 5I3 majority. Mr.. Douglass is descrlb'
'Vl as very bigotel States liigh6s politician.
T. l." Boynton, of Bangor, has been nomna
%u n Tor Congress by the Democrats of the Fourtl
District of Maine.
lhe Republican State Convention of Massa
WNsetts has been called to meet at Worcester
oh the It'll of October.
Inc Democrats Of the Twenty-frst District ol
aasennisylVania yesterday nominated ]. b. Starl
~ llelr candidate for Congress. A. W. Taylor
"9pnolcan, now represents the District.
Inc Democratic State Convention of Tennes
Sec meets at Nashville to-day. 1t will nominat
,s,,, ay,s,iliate for Governor Among those VIII
'',' pe III attendance III ex-President Johnson.
,l,n IA The ith Congressional District of Philadel
$.'S Yesterday, the Democrats nominated VIM
ss.a.tath acnrath for Congress. They also passed
in 1876. '0
Zen ]. A. Garfield is renominated for Con
sfess in Ohio
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
City Politics.

meeting of persons i'll the Sixth Ward has
proposed A. T. Feaster for the Republican nomi-
nation for Council.
In the Seventh Ward, the Republican nomina-
tion will take place on Saturday, at the same
time that the City Assessor is nominated. The
notice of the Ward Committee appears else
where.
The Republicans will hold an election through
out all the wards of the city, on Saturday, to
select candidates for City Assessor in the North
ern and Southern districts. There is not much
contest in the latter, but in the Northern, four
candidates appear Alexander Chandler, Ed
mund Provost, Cornelius Fipps, and John w.
Griffith.
The Republican County Committee will meet
at IL o'clock on Saturday, at the headquarters
room, in the third story Of the city building,
81 East 9th street.
Philemma Chandler is proposed as a candidate
for Council, in the Seventh Ward, for the one
year term, against VIM. M. Candy.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
PRICE TWO CENTS.
FOURTH EDITION.
The Illinois Ross Child.

TIE IDENTITY STILL IN DoUBT-A PHOTOGRAPH
OF THE CHILD TO BE TAKEN AND SENT EAST.
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 10.
An extensive correspondence by telegraph has
been progressing between Mr.. Ross and the au-
thorities at oden, illinois, regarding the child
there, which is supposed to be Charlie Ross. A
number of inquiries were put to the child, but
the answers were 80 unsatisfactory that it was
finally resolved to order a photograph to be
taken of the child at Odo to be sent here for in
spection by he father and mother before taking
aay further steps.
The photograph cannot arrive here before to-
morrow, if taken promptly on directions being
sent.
The parents, having been 30 often excited by
false hopes, have no expectation that this dis
covery will prove any better than those that
have preceded it.
DUNCAN TELEaRAPHs FOR CREDENTIALS.
Lewis Durgan, the man arrested at Odell,
II lois does belong in this city, and was former
ly driver and owner of express wagons.
He has telegraphed to friends here for creden-
tias as to character.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
The Eastern shore
WORCESTER COUNTY.


The office of States attorney has become va
cant by the death of +. Howard Moore. His
successor will be appointed by the Court.
The season at Scott's Ocean House will soon
be over now.
Companies to the newly returned collegiates
break the monotony OF Snow Hill.
TALBOT COUNTY.
DR.. A. NJ. White, Esq, has sold his farm in
Miles River Neck. containing 254 acres, ID Mr..
Owen Norris of Baltimore, for SO 500
The Chilcutt's woods camp has closed 1t only
had about 20 tents.
Jno +. Ford, of st. Michaels, was robbed of
s2i0, the proceeds of his wheat crop, while in
Baltimore one day recently.
The Druids, of Baltimore, and the Stars, of st
Michaels, played q friendly game of base ball
near the latter town, a few days ago which the
former won by score of As to 30.
wIcoMICo COUNTY.
The Bachelor endorses co-education.
The County Collector advertises 46 properties
for sale for taxes.
The watermelon crop is now waning but has
been remunerative.
Thomas West, late of Laurel, Delaware, has
purchased the bar recently owned and conducted
by Mr.. George l.. Bradley of the Wcomico
House,
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
bishop oummins and Tuls Church.

n'7Aop cummins Is staying at the sanitarium,
Nuo''Fll, N. y, for the benefit of his health He
o n y ppeSln in September systematic visitation to
,ar ,'u "elolined Episcopal churches to organize
n, ~ socieues, ordain ministers, &c, beginning
@ onuaa s He does not think the general Prot
s,,S. sns Episcopal Convention this fall will take
c1o mat liye-slxths of seven-eighths of the
tt'olsy t'aIs holds High Church views. He believes
viii viii iew Ghurchmen. like the younger Tying, aud
Jrau rn see the hopelessness of their cause with
u" Tbo d,n anu ION the Reformed Episcopal Church.
,sra! liierences between the two parties IN the
fs'ell body are too radical to be reconciled The
SIusisl SIueIal Convention of the Reformed Episcopal
viii llll,Jn, ain which meets in Chicago next May,
sor Ca eleet several more Bishops including one
rees,Sa5 Sansda. Numerous applications have been
cousi 81 from ministers Of the Protestant Epis-
fopss fops Church, but there is at present no field
be naoni uiu. The growth of the new church will
necessarily slow, but its success is assured.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
Gxfnrsinns.

EXCURsION TO WASHINGTON, D. G.
FINsT GRAND EXcrRs,oN TO WASHING
TON d. C, FROM WILMINGTON, DEL.
Under management OF T. F. PLUMNiER, will leave
wilmington, P. W. Il b. r. r. Depot, on
THrRsDAY. SEPTEMBER 1OTH. at 8, A. NJ. Re-
turning leave ashngton, d. c., at 7, p NJ.
Giving nine hours In Washington.
FARE FOR THE ROUND TRIP. 100
Tickets for sale at NO. 500 Market Street; G. F.
Rudoph's No. 28t Market; Il. s. r. Butler 8, No. d2t
Market; W. II. BiIlanys, 2l4 Market. arg6-u
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
The VOraci0us Potato Bug.

THE CORN NOW ATTAoKED-THEIR MARCH IN oHEs-
TER COUNTY HOUSES INFESTED.
A Brandywine Hundred farmer informs us that
his neighbor, who had about all acre of potatoes,
suffered the potato bugs to eat away at his vines
unmolested until they have completely deyour-
ed the whole of them. The bugs have now be-
gun to prey upon the corn of our informant,
which is close by and they are marching in
myriads over the ground which lies between in
the direction of the corn field
In Chester county it is represented to us that
the bugs are oftentimes seen travelling in long
lines along the county roads, while some even
say they have entered the houses and begun to
feed upon the potatoes IN the cellars. Agentle-
man Of this city says he has even seen them
travelling along the streets of Wilmington.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19

Contracts Awarded.

GOVERNMENT DREDGING IN THE DELAWARE AND
CHRIsTIANA.
The contract for dredging the channel of the
Delaware, below Trenton, near Pennig Island.
and from the bar near Fort Miffiin, also from the
channel of the Schuylkll. above PenEose Ferry
bridge, and for removing rock in Wilmington
harbor, has been awarded to the American
Dredging Company. The rates to be paid for
the work are as follows Below Trenton, 16
cents per cubic yard; near Fort Mifiin, 19 cents,
and near Penrose Ferry bridge, 1S cents; Will
mington harbor, 40 cents. The work will be
done under the supervision of Lieutenant Colo
mel j. d. KurtZ
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
LVIFTH GRAND EXCURSION
FROM

WILMINGTON, DELAWARE TO WEST POINT
Leave p. W. 4 B. X. r. Depot, at O'Clock A. M.
THURSD ", AUGUST qOTH 1874, accompanied by
the ity Cornet Band, Prof. tllipger, Leader.
By Special Train Of Cars over ?; ". 4 B and
the splendid steamer =" WIN. COOK" up the HUD-
SON RIVER, afording q me view OF tne most
MAGNIFICENT tlVER SCENERY IN THE
YORK the famous Palisades fonkers, Hastings,
Dobb's Ferry, lrviugton, sunnysid~, uhe residence
# the celebrated Washington Irving Rockland,
Piermont Tairytown, Nyack, sing sing, Haverstrawl
Croton, Stony Point Light, Peekskill, Anthony's
Nose, Fort Montgomery, and stopping at West
Poiut.
Passengers can have the opportunity of spending
about two hours in visiting the Y, s. Military Acade
main on the boat and continue the as far as
Storm King Mountain, the last of the Highland
range, 800 feet in height. -
City o p. NJ. taking he special train and ar
eau spend the time in New York city, aud in the
Excursion on its arrival at Jersev CITY.
sR- avery effort will ne maie to render THIS Ex-
curson the most respectable, pleasant and denght-
full of the season.
TRAIN WILL STOP AT CHESTER AT $50 A. NJ
No tickets will be sold In Philadelphia but parties
in W uington or Chester having friends there WHO
desire TO go can procure tickets for them and nave
them Join the Excursion at the platform, 5lst anu
| Market sreet, atT.iU A. NJ.
| Meals and refreshments will be served on the boat
at moueratp prices, by MIR. VIM. H. Marshall, OF the
CITY oyster lious and Restaurant 99J Fulton, aud
| 81 Adams sfreets, Brooklyn, New York. who b 8
hal considerable experience catering for excursion
| parties, and will We satisfaction.
The cars used on tn occasion will be furnished
by the r., W. & b. Railroad Co., and will be first
class.
The seats will be numbered, and -er parties are
| ated, ch cks will be given, g. curing the same
places on their return
FARE FOR THE EXCURSION. S3.75
| CHILDREN, under IL years oil aRe..-....... S.xo
Tickets can be procured at the Book Store Of
| Bouphman, Thomas & Co., 42l Market street, WI.
mington, be-. orders by mail promptly attended
| to.
Make early application as a limited number only
will be sold P. T. v. oMITH Manager
augl-4-6-s-11-18-14-16-16-17.1 3tw
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
Newark Items.
Especially Reported for the Commercial
Numapu Auo

Especially Reported for the Commercial
NEWARK, Aug. 10.
Warren Curtis, Esq, returned from Saratoga
on Saturday.
On Monday afternoon, two gentlemen were
driving up from Elkton with very unruly horse,
and when about 211s miles from Newark. the
horse SHE'D, running the carriage in the ditch,
upsetting it and throwing the parties out, break
ing the harness aud carriage to certain extent
Tie horse ran on up the road into Newark, where
m my of our people saw it with parts of the har-
ness on. The railroad dis lister came fresh in
their minds again, they thinking come one was
hurt, but after awhile the parties came to town
safe and sound. p.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
WILMINGTON CITY LOAN
FOR THE
IMPROVEMENT OF THE WATER WORKS
TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS.
(s20O,O0O.l

OF Wilmington City Bonds are offered for sale In
sums of Fifty no lars and its multiple.
In the Act of the Legislature of Delaware, au-
thorizng said oaD, 1t is provided that SIX Tnous,
and Dollars $4,000 shall be paid annually In July OF
each year. until the whole | an is redeemed.
The Bonds bear interest at six per cent. per an,
mum, payable Bemi-anDually on the first days of
January and July of each year, clear Of all tares
now levied or to be levied upon the principal or m
terest thereof by authority OF the state or of the
United states.
For a safe and permanent Investment for Trustees
or others seeking security and prompt payment oil
interest," there Is none better.
The income of the Water Department from water
Rents and other sources exceeds $50 900 ann lally
The following statement will show In what man
uer the Loan Is to be issued and when redeemed
A.,,o.,rt Yaara q RIM Mhen Qnn-
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
SECOND EDITION.
CAPTURE OF TAYLOR.
HE Is FOUND AMONG RELATIVES IN OHIO
REQUrsITION ASKED FOR.
Capture of Taylor.

uIs ARREST AMONG RELATIONS IN OHIO.
Joseph Taylor, Jr., the suspected murderer of
Robt. A. Mackey, was arrested on Monday last
by Sheriff Roe, of Crawford county, Ohio, at
Bucyrus where he WAS stopping with relatives.
Mr.. Roe at once opened telegraphic communica-
ton with Henry G. Greenfield, of Kimbleville,
Chester county, urging him to hasten en- the
Delaware authorities lest Taylor should be re-
leased by habeas corpus. James Hamill, an
uncle of Mr. Mackey, reached Wilmington, last
night, en- route for Milton, the home of Governor
Ponder, in order to obtain requisition upon the
Governor of Ohio for Taylor. He will not be
likely to return before tonight, and tomorrow
will start for Bucyrus.
The dispatches from Sheriff Roe were exhibi-
ted in this city, last night, and the Sheriff IL
sanguine of the identity of Taylor.
FURTHER pARrIcuLARs-THE CORRESPONDENTS
ABOUT THE REWARD.
Especial to the Commercially
NEWARK. Aug 10.
We have had considerable excitement in re-
gard to the arrest of Joseph Taylor A tele-
graphic dispatch announces his arrest in Ohio at
the residence of his uncle, named Mcbride.
James Hamill passed through here last night on
his way down the State for requisition upon the
Governor of Ohio with which to bring Taylor
within the jurisdiction Of this State.
The first despatch said 800 was not enough
to take Taylor if the reward was increased to
$500 he would be captured. Word was then
telegraphed that $500 had been offered Very
soon another message came announcing his ar
rest and asking what to do with him when an
order to hold him was sent back. --. g
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
Personal.

Nv IL. Purnell, President of Delaware Col
lese, is visiting his old home at Snow Hill, Md.
e. q. squier, a well-known traveller and ar
cbeologist, residing in New York, is pronounced
insane. He is the author Of valuable works on
Central and South America.
HID. Newcomb, President OF the Louisville
and Nashville Railroad, died yesterday, at Lou
isye, OF paralysis. He has been one OF the
moat active railroad men in the Southwest.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19
Deaths.

WILSON.-0n third day morning. sth month"; 18th,
1874 at EdRemoor, Marden Wilson, in mis- seth
year, formerly of Miidletown. Rucks Co., Pa;
The relatives and friends are invited to attend his
funeral on 9TH day morning 10 meet at II clock, at
tho house Of his son, Ellwood Wilson, NJ. D., No 2i2
y. Fifteenth street, Philad lphia 1nterment at
South Laurel Hill.
HICKEY.-At the Chldrens Home, in this city, on
Tuesday evening, Aug. 18th, Albert Hickey, aged
The funeral will take place tomorrow CThursday)
afternoon at s o'cl ick.
Wilmington daily commercial., 1874-08-19

Rev. Mn. GUARDS BINDNEss.-The rumorf
in relation to Rev. Thomas Guards affection were
greatly exaggerated. 1t now tranepires that he
was not totally blind, but his sight became great
" impaired by cold which settled in his eyer
and infamed them very much He is now i'm
proving, and advices from Baltimore state h
will be able to be upon the street, to-day.