Washington standard. [volume] (Olympia, Wash. Territory) 1860-1921, 1875-10-23
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nArsR FROM THE ATLANTIC SIDE.
The winter See in.

snow storm OF the season in this section cc.
cured last night. Snow fell rt Coschocton,
on the Erie railway, growing heavier further
west. At Susquehanna, Penn, 1t was five
section last night, uprooting trees and damag.
ing buildings.
Universaliss Convention.
LYNN, MASS, Oct. 20.-The universulst's
convention of the United States met this
morning. 1t is composed of delegates, lay
and clerical, from the state convention, large
number OF whom were present. No
important change in educational institutions
during the year had occurred. The demon.
national Investments In educational institu-
lions exceed three million, and yet there were
none OF them but felt their usefulness cur
tailed by lack of means. The general state
of the church and mission work was pro-
crossing, and signs were favorable for con-
tinued progress
LONDON, Oct. 20.-The weather to-day is
tempestuous. Recent rains have swollen the
rivers and streams In Devonshire, causing in
undations. The loss is considerable Tor
quay, plymouth and Dawlish were flooded,
and much damage was done to property.
The New Press ON the Election.
!, NEW YORK Oct 14.-The 7fi' me says the
the1esson of the Ohio election is a curt, sharp
and decisive contradictive Of the libel upon
the people that men never oppose political
parties that put dollar in their pockets,
no matter how crooked or dishonest.
The World thinks the Ohio result makes
Governor Hayes tho foremost Republican
presidential candidate
The THINGS points out that Republicans can
not rest here, but must work vigorously if
thoy will achieve success, 1851
Extensive Floods
Later reports received state that extensive
floods occurred throughout Lancashire War
wickshire and elsewhere in England. The
Midland Railroad, between Sheffield and Don
caster, Is submerged In some places to the
depth of five feet Traffic is consequently
criously interrupted, and for many miles ab-
solutey stopped. Many lowland houses in
Birmingham have been inundated, the water
In some cases being several feet above the
first floor. The water stands ten feet deep
on the tracks at Walsall Railway station.
Centennial Train.
BUFFALO, Oct. 2O.-The first centennial
train left here for Philadelphia this morning
The cars were gaily decorated, and there was
much enthusiasm. A dispatch from Empor-
ium says, the train arrived there on time, 100
miles In three hours and half The stations
along the limo were gaily decorated and sa-
lutes fired, etc. The excursionists numbered
u
and about the same number from other
cities s,' .#-
what is going ON at tho Capitol.
CHICAGO, Oct. 16.--A Washington special
says the first business transacted by the Pres
ident upon his arrival was the signing of
huge mass of documents which had accumu-
lated during his absence.
Then the Mississippi troubles were dis.
cussed. Attorney General Pierpont relieved
the mind of the administration by informing
its head that oil adviccs received from that
state represented peace and order prevailing,
with the prospect that no further trouble was
anticipated.
Then followed discussion with reference
to the successor of Secretary Delano. This
continued up to the hour Of adjournment,
some time after two O'Clock.
The new fifty cent fractional currency Is
sued will be ready for issue on Monday or
Tuesday of next week.
Secretary Bristow Is Of opinion that he
can now at an early day make arrangement
for the successful placing Of the $500, 600,
600 Al percent bonds. He CONSTITUTES the re-
suit In Ohio as sure TO give increased conf
dence to United States securities in Europe.
Senator Edmunds has declined the U. s.
judgeship Of the second judicial district. 1t
is understood that he is quite indignant that
the President should have thought that he
would exchange a full term of six years In
the senate, to which he has been reelected,
for the Office selected for him. Those claim
ing to know say that Grant offered the place,
not intending It as compliment, but rather
Edmunds holds the responsible position Of
chairman of the senate Judiciary committee,
and refused openly to support the infamous
force bill.
Chandler Accepts and In sworn an
WASHINGTON, Oct. f9.-Ex-Senator Chand.
Ter had q long interview, with the President
this afternoon and accepted the Secretaryship
of the interior. AS SOON as Mr.. Chandler
had signified his acceptance, his commission
was made out and note sent to Chief JUS
tice Carter, OF the district supreme court to
appear at the White House at noon. The
chief justice accordingly proceeded to the
Executive mansion and administered the
oath to the secretary. Dclano then left and
Chandler took his seat.
$50 Doings OF the Poacc Union.
New York, Oct 14--The Peace Union
was addressed last night by Commissioners
Rrowning and others, and adopted resolu-
ton demanding congressional investigation
Of Indian troubles. A mass meeting will be
held on the subject at an early day. ID,
soldiers Reunion.
INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 14.--Trains this morn
ing brought large delegations from every part
OF the state to attend the soldiers reunion.
The camp Ia located on the grounds of State
Board of Agriculture fold Camp Morton), In
connection with the exposition buildings.
INDrANAPoIIs, Oct. 1.-THE soldiers re-
union Is an immense success. The city is lit
orally jammed with people from oil parts OF
the state. Camp Morton looks very much
as it did In 1851. The city Is In tumult of
patriotic excitement; flags and banners are
house tops, and from every side.- Hundreds
of tents have been put up In the state fair
grounds, and the exposition building has
been turned into barracks, one-half Of the
lever being reserved fordining purposes and
the balance for speech.making and sleeping.