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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

A SCENE IN THE HOUSE OF CoMMoNs.-A
London dispatch says an exciting scene oc-
Cured in the house of commons a few even
ings since, During Col StaIieyy's speech in
repeatedly cheered derisively, and when called
to order by the speaker he insisted upon his
right to cheer at all times, and refused to
apologize, The speaker thereupon formally
house, on the speakers order to withdraw.
The house will take into consideration the
majors conduct 1t is stated that Major
OGOrman'S conduct was due to the fact of his
Smartlng under sense of personal wrong
Col: Stanley having unjustly refused Major
O'GOrman'S son nrOmOtiOn
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

THE EQUALITY OF THE SEXES has been
officially recognized at Paris IN the compost.
tiOn of jury which will decide on the merits
OF the mustard of various nations. The mus
tard congress will consist of twelve gentlemen
and twelve ladies, the suggestion having been
made that mems palates are vitiated by smOk.
ing, and that women are likely to have a nicer
appreciation Of condiments
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

A NARROW EsCAPE.-On Saturday morning
last Mr.. Clifton Stottler left Cumberland Nd,
for Romney. w. Va, in light spring wagon,
sy ny Mss s that
the horse stumb bled, throwing the occupants
Of the wagon to the ground, and rolling, with
the vehicle itself, over a steep bank on the
The horse and wagon finally lodged against a
tree. The wagon was smashed to fragments,
but the horse escaped injury, with the excep-
young lady and gentleman also escaped with
few bruises,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

YELLOW FEVER AND SMALL POX IN HAyA-
NA.-Ihe Havana, Cuba official report shows
that 54 deaths from yellow fever and 63 from
month Of .Tu1v ~~N
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08
Greenback COnyentto

MANCHESTER, N. H., August S.-The green.
back state committee has arranged to hold a
state convention here on September 5th.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08
The Boston Betting Company.

BOSTON August S-The committee appointed
yesterday 10 receive subscriptions for the
reorganization OF the Boston Betting Com
pany held meeting this morning at the Office
OF the company. The subscription book was
opened. and $4,000 were at once placed upon
il by parties from Boston, Lynn and other
places, the largest single subscription being
5000 Mr.. Durant will return To this city
from Providence this afternoon, and it Is ex-
pecled he will appear before the grand Jury TO
give testimony relative TO the case OF Mr.. Jno
q. Tappan.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

Aa>The king of Burmah recently imprisoned
all his ministers for several hours because they
were not punctual In attending q council.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

A FATHER-IN-LAw SHOT-On SATURDAY.
Va, a shooting affair took place between
Charles T. w. Miller, father-in- law, and P. J.
Mckenney, sOn-in- law, wherein Mr.. Miller re-
gun in his left side and shoulder, producing
mortal wound. The men had been at vari-
ance for some time
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08
Fatal Collision OF Fire Engine.

CHICAGO, August 8-Two fire engines col
lided at six O'Clock this morning, killing fire.
man George Rau and badly injuring fireman
ShaughneSSy. Both engines were running to
q fire, and met on a corner.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

SECRETARY THOMPSON will leave in a few
days for visit to his home i'm Indiana. Dur
ing his absence he will not make any politica
speeches.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

A STEAMERS GREAT PERIL-Attempt to
Barn an Ocean Steamship lcith 500 Souls on
Bodrd.-A special dispatch from Montreal
August Q, says: On her late voyage from Liy-
erpool to Quebec the Allan steamship Mora
Wan took fire in mid-ocean, and but for the
heroiSm and admirable discipline of her crew
would have been destroyed. The fire origi-
mated among bales of woollen goods in the
fore-hold, and the graveSt fears are enter
tanned that some combustibles were delibe-
rately placed I'm the goods TO generate blaze
for the sake of the insurance money on the
goods. Another fire occurred about o'clock
on the morning Of the 18th ultimo, during the
prevalence OF a fearful storm, with a sea run
ming so high that no boat could have lived in
it. The steerage passengers were terribly
alarmed, but communication with the cabin
was prevented, and the passengers there
slept through it, all unconscious OF the immi-
emf peril of the 500 souls on board. After the
greatest eXertions the fire was subdued but
not until one-third of the cargo had been
thrown overheard, and the remainder so del
uged with water that il is seriously damaged
Inc vessel arrived in Quebec with G feet OF
waller in her hold. The loss is estimated at
between S2O,0N and $4,000 An investigation
Is low going on.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

WESTERN FREIGHT R.TEs.-At meeting at
Long Branch, n. j., of representatiyes Of II
trunk and Western railway lines, yesterday,
the rate OF freight for cattle from western
points to the seabOard was fixed on the basis
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08
Wall Street To-day.

NEW YORK, August s.-The Posts financial
article says; At the Stock Exchange there
was considerable activity at the opening in
the granger shares, which declined : Ia per
cent as compared with last evening, and the
whole market was slightly lower in sympathy,
put afterward firmer feeling prevailed and
government bonds were firm except for tha
ls6,s, which were weaker. Gold remains al
loO11. On gold loans the rates have been
per cent. TO fiat for use. Foreign exchange
was quiet. The nominal asking rates for
prime bankers sterling remain at 4SSIS and
4Si13, but the same can be bought At ass and
SS7. less lilo. Money continues easy at la2 per
cent. on call. Prime mercantile paper is
quoted at aa3ls per cent
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

A FARMER ASSAULTED AND BRUTALLY
BEATEN BY ANEGRO.-AnOther outrage by
negro tramp is to be recorded, this time in Bal
spected farmer. William Paul, living on Vim
egar hill, within two miles of the Relay sta
ton, on the Baltimore and Ohio road, was on
tuesday evening the victim of a most out
rageOus assault by negro tramp. The black
ruffian grappled with him and struck his vic
tim several blows with the ironed end of the
handle of pitchfork. The old man fell to the
ground and the tramp believing that he had
killed him fled. Assistance was summoned
and the wounded and inSensible man was car
patched for DR.. Arthur Williams, of Eikridge
Landing. The doctor found that Mr.. Paul was
seriously injured and that one of his ribs had
been broken. Inexperienced great difficulty
lief that he has sustained internal injuries
which will result in his death. News of the
outrage spread rapidly and a party, headed
would be murderer. Several Of the pursuing
party were armed with ShOtgunS and pistols,
and in view OF the excitement, in the event of
M ms capture, 1t is not likely that he will be
latter part of 1875 daughter of Mr.. Paul was
fatally shot by George Leib, who became jeal-
Gus OF rival suitor to the young lady's hand.
ltentlary, to which. institution he was SEN
fenced for term of years. Balto. Gazette.
A BIG BREAK ON THE CANAL.-A very
heavy rain storm occurred in the lower part of
washington county Monday afternoon, rails
ing the water in the Chesapeake and Ohio ca.
nal until it OyertiOwed the banks in some
PLACES. At Joel Charles mill, two miles east
OF Four Locks, and seventy-six miles of Cum
berland, the tOw-path gave way to fearful
extent, yariously stated at from SO to 2DO feet.
1t is believed, however, by well-informad ca,
nal men, that the break is not over sixty feet
long, but as the bank is washed away for eight
feet below the bottom of the canal, it is bad
one, and five days, or even week or more
may be required to repair it, Cumberland
Nelcs, AuguSt7.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

FIVE REAL LIVE AMERICAN INDIANS are
now taking views afOOt in Paris. They are
tall, powerful men, with regular features
They appear in the tribal costume of the far
west, which is very scant, consisting of a few
beads here and there, and some cOlOred
feathers in their back hair.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

The WIDOWS THIRD.-The private Secre-
tary who travels with that unpretentiOus citi-
young man with a talent for speculation.
While Kearney takes off his coat and goes for
the newspapers in the most accomplished
around to the editors and sells them COPIES of
Kearney'S interview with Butler at s5 a COPY.
Considering the amount of Information and
humOr Butler can crowd into brief inter
the general depreciation of values, and Gen.
Butler will need to see that Kearney and his
secretary divide the profits of these neat COM
mercial transactions with some sort of fair
ness. He ought to be entitled to the widows
third.-( PhilG. Times.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

SECRETARY EvARTs, who has gone to his
farm near Windsor, VT, will be absent during
the remainder of the month.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

Col. CASEY. superintendent of public build
ings and grounds, will leave the city next Sun
day for the mountains, to be gone for some
time.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

THAT'S WHAT'S THE MATTER.-The New
York Herald feelingiy inquiries: What has
become of all the silver dollars the mints are
stamping out? Nobody seems TO want them"
To which the Graphic pertinently replies:
What becomes of all the gold eagles the
mlnts are stamping out? Nobody seems 10
want Them. Sad ignorance on the part of
wants them. but few can get them. that's
what's the matter with the dollars and eagles.
Bait. Gazette.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

REV. G. d. .MACKAY, the representative in
FOrmOsa of the Canada reshyterian mission,
was married on the 9th of May at the British
consulate, in Tamsul, to a young native of
northern FOrmOsa, named Chang Mia Tsong.
course, convert to Christianity. MIR. Mackey
IS the first OF his order, according to the China
1M0il, who has taken q native wife.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

FATAL ACCIDENT TO BoY.-Chas. Ayton,
9years Of age, son OF j. q. AytOn, of Point of
Rocks, Md on Tuesday evening went to the
mill OF G. w. Snauffer, near by, and in cross
ing one of the water wheels he made mis-
step and fell over the Wheel his head striking
mall. mashing his skull and br eaking his
neck, causing his instant death,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

COUNCIL OF EPISCOPAL BIsHOPS,-It is of
some interest to Episcopalians to know that
the presiding bishop has issued circular, ad-
dressed to all the bishops at home and abroad,
presence of as many of them as possible, to
render majority certain when they meet in
Grace church chapel. in New York, at noon,
on the 2Sth instant. The particular occasion
gether is not specified in the circular, but it is
well understood that it relates to the recent
resignation, under peculiar circumstances, of
Bishop McCOskrey, of Michigan. The meet
ing, as usual in such cases, will be held with
closed doors, and it is expected to be very
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

ARMY ORDERs.-By direction of the Secre-
tary Oh war, Second Lieut. Dan. G. Kingman,
corps OF engineers, win report In person to
Inc commanding general, department of
civil and military engineering at the United
States Military Academy, " Wv ~>'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

A BIG FIREMEN's SUIT.-The members OF
companies l and 33 of the old volunteer fire
department of New York, have given notice
to the board of fire commissioners that they
intend to begin suit against the board for
the amount of their salaries as members of the
department from the time of the disbanding
OF the old department, in lS45 until the pres
ent time. They claim that at the time of dis
banding, these two companies were overlook
ed, either by accident or intention. This aues-
tiOn will involve the sum of $l50OOO
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08
Secretary sherman.

PROVIDENCE. X. l.. August S.-Secretar,
sherman lett Newport this morning for Mar
tha'S Vineyard and New Bedford.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

kEARNEY NOT GOING TO TALK IN BROOK
LYN.-Justus Ill. Schwab last night re-
ceived despatch from Dennis kearney
IN repy TO an invitation TO Kearney
to address meeting of socialists i'm
Brooklyn on Saturday night next at
which resolutions will be offered denouncing
the Congressional committee, of which Mr.
Hewitt is chairman. The dispatch from the
agitator'S secretary sayS:-"Mr. kearney en-
gagged saturday night. Cannot possibly come -
YELLOW FEVER IN BALTIMoRE.-Dr. E
Lloyd Howard, The marine hospital physician
of Baltimore, reported to DIR. Jas. A. Steuart,
health commissioner, yesterday, that there
was one death from yellow fever at that insti-
tuition, the victim being hand on board a
Spanish brig from Havana. In order to satisfy
himself completely OF the cause of death, DIR.
Howard made a post mOrtem examination
and discovered that the man had been suffer
ing from the disease named. The brig was
thoroughly fumigated and disinfected. The
ship California, from st. Thomas is now de-
tanned at quarantine, and the clothing and
baggage of all on board are being cleaned
The vessel will not be permitted 10 leave the
quarantine grounds for the city until the ma
rine physician is convinced that all vestiges of
disease are removed. So far no contagious
disease has been discovered on board but DR.
Howard thinks il better to detain the vessel
for some days longer as a precautionary
measure.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

EX-GOv. PACKARD has arrived at Liverpool
and assumed his duties as consul general at
that most
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

SUBSCRIPTIONS to the four per cent. loan to-
lay amounted to 81, i28 600.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08
THE EVENING STAR.
Washington News and Gossip.

GOVERNMENT RECEIPTS TO-DAY.-1nternal
revenue. 1876. .75455 customs, 1851, ,292.39.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1878-08-08

PAYMENT OF notwithstanding Evarts
gives official notice that an instalment will be
paid at the State department on and after the
5th day of September, 1873, to parties entitled
thereto, on account of awards made in favor
of citizens of the United States by the joint
commission on Mexican claims.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-12-12

The young people OF the garrison are to
have tree" at the Post Library Rooms on
Christmas eve.
Col. Bernard and Lieut.. Pitcher, of the
LIST Cavalry, have gone from Boise to the
east on leave for visit.
Colonel s. G. Whipple and Capt. NJ. C.
Wilkinson, u s. A, were among the mill
tary visitors here during the week.
General Sawtelle, Major Nickerson and
Major Babbitt have been off Strengthening
canvas backs on the lower Columbia
We are glad to be able to state that the
affair of the sth inst. in consequence of
which an army officer was under accusation,
has been settled-the officer having made
frank and ample amends.
Lieut.. Willis Witch, 2lst Infantry, left
the garrison on Monday in charge of four
teen enlisted men for Walla Walla, there to
commence the construction of the Govern
ment telegraph line to Lewiston. A sim
liar detail will commence operations on
the other end of the line at once. In the
event of troubles with the Indians on the
upper Columbia this line will be of the
greatest Importance, and General Howard is
therefore anxious to push the work forward
with the utmost speed.
The general opinion in military circles
here regarding the news from Priests Rap
ids is that the reports so far received are
probably greatly exaggerated. Indians are
usually averse and unprepared to stand a
winters campaign, and it is thought mat
tiers will be settled without the interference
of the military. General Howard is, how
ever, prepared for any emergency, and is
holding all troops in readiness. Governor
Ferry will arrive in Portland to-day and
proceed at once to Yakima City, to investi-
gate in person the status of affairs there.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-12-12

KILLED BY Academia man named
VIM. O'Neill fell out of wagon one mile
above Vancouver near Rickars hill, Mon
day afternoon, and was instantly killed.
The deceased was an honest, industrious
man about IS years old, who had been stay
ing on the farm of Mr.. Hugh Byrne for over
a year past. On that day he came to town
with Byrne's team, and while in town, did
what was a rare thing for him, filled up
pretty we'll with beer. He started home
late in the afternoon. having young 10.
Healy on the wood-rack with him. The ac-
cdent was caused simply because he was too
full to sit up, and over he went, between the
horses, his neck being dislocated by the fall
As soon thereafter as possible his body was
brought to town, and All inquest was held
by S. D. Maxon, Justice of the Peace, and
a verdict was rendered in accordance with
the facts. On Tuesday Mr.. Hugh Byrne
took charge of the remains and had him de-
Gently buried. As O'Neill had always
lived sober life, and borne the reputation
OF quiet Industrious man, the cause of his
death was a surprise to his friends. He
was for many years a soldier in the third o..
5. Artillery, and participated in 33 battles,
serving through the whole OF the rebellion
with honor and credit to himself and his
comrades. He has one relative in New
York, aud his mother and = sister are still
living in Ireland. He leaves some property
in this vicinity. The lao who was with him
at the time of the accident prevented the
team from running away, and otherwise ac-
quilted himself creditably
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-12-12

PETER ROGERS HURT. A letter received
in this city few days ago from Prescott,
Arizona, stated that Peter Rogers had a fall
from cart striking on the top of his head,
resulting in very serious injuries He was
long insensible after the accident. An eX-
animation by the surgeon showed no frsc-
ture of the skull, but the conclusion had in
jured the brain, and it was not known at the
time of writing how his injuries would ter
inmate. 1t was hoped that he would soon
recover from his injuries.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-12-12

CHRISTMAS, lS7S.-The Sunday School
connected with st. Lukes church purpose
to have Christmas Tree at Brant's hall, on
Christmas Eve. The address TO the school
will be delivered by General o. 0. Howard.
Present. will he put on the tree by parents
and friends of the children. Services will
be held on Christmas day at l0A. NJ, and SER
mon by the rector The church will be
deliberately trimmed, and the music prom
iscs to he very fine.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-12-12

The Lewiston T.''er offers the fol-
lowing advice: eve learn that some
cattle men living near Cold Springs on
the overland road, while looking after
stock down near Snake river, saw a
baud OF l. or l. indians. The boy,
are carrying their guns with them ROW.
BE careful, boys, or idaho may DE ao-
cused of treating the Indians badly.
In the meantime, don't let the red
whelpa shoot ut you more than tarer
times without returning the fire or
running, whichever in your jndsmeu,
is the safest line OF tactics to adopt.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-12-12

FAILURE-A blk show, under the head
ing of Bealle, Mcdonald and Williams
Phantasmagorial, inflicted its presence upon
Vancouver several days last week, giving a
twenty minute performance before twenty
persons Saturday evening. Vancouver is
too tired of this class of shows to give them
an audience, and will starve them out in
time.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-12-12

The GRIswoLD CASE. case of the U.
$. vs. Griswold, in which so many of our
citizens have been called to Portland as wit
nesses, has at last been decided, the jury
last Saturday giving in verdict against
Grswold to the amount of s35, 22S. This is
the third time the case has been decided
against him.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-12-12

How 1T Is Men who attend to their bus
mess and go to their respective homes when
business hours are over, know little about
the places of i'll repute but those who con
tinually sniflle after such dead falls, usually
find them and are taken in.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-12-12

BATTLE GROUND ITEMS. Oar roads i'm
proved $ little under the influence of cold
weather Two inches of snow fell here on
Monday night, but is all gone again \
great many deer are now being killed on
Lewis river, where they are very plentiful
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-12-12

THE VANCOUVER. The Portland Oregon
ian is authority for the statement that the
old steamer Vancouver will take her old
place on the route as soon as she is fixed up.
She is now on the ways, being repaired and
painted. Unless the change is merely tenn
porary, it will not suit those persons who
delight in riding on highly finished and fast
boats
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-12-12
Notice TO settle.

Alpersons having dealings with the late
firm Of Thos. Nye IL Co. are requested TO cal !
in and settle uii. The undersigned, at the old
stand, will pay all outstanding bills against
tine firm, and collect ali accounts due the firm.
Call and settle promptly ..-.,r,
JOSEPH LIEBOLD.
Vancouver, Dec. ,, 1873.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-12-12

Holy ANGELS CoLLEGE.-The Fall term
will close on Friday, and vacation for the
Holidays will last until January Sd, when
the studies will be resdmed. The attend
ance for the past term has been from GO to
20 students.
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-12-12
jew clry.

Dillon q Co. receive this week the finest
and largest lot Of icwelry they have ever
brought to Vancouver, consisting in part OF
fine gold rings, sets cun buttons shirt studs,
etc, and thcy invite special attention to this
stock
The Vancouver independent. (Vancouver, W.T. [Wash.]) 1875-1910, 1878-12-12

Plenty of holiday goods at Stoycns' irwciry
store. An extra nice stock selected particu
larry for this occasion, and equal to any stocl
in reach of the Vancouver people.