The New York herald., 1879-09-26

the british Tar that time. when Sir Joseph
Porter K. c. b.. presided the destinies OF the
ssn. blue ana the Queens navy that his comings
and goings were always attended by swarm of blood
relations. In the legend. told by the Tar. they
called hs bloody relations, but tho word hav NJ of
late acquired a deprecatory meaning it is not now
used. These relatives consisted of sisters.
cousins and aunts. and profound research
has failed to inform posterity whether Sir
Joseph ever had a mother or mother-in-
law Evidences of either being wanting posterity is
justified 10 Ne conclusion that he had neither.
Since the timeot Sir Joseph few men have been
blessed with gentle kin. and but for this walking
match young MN who could have seen Sir Joseph
and gone him ten better with two to spare,
might have been unknown to fame. Gray, while
contemplating country churchyard. pondered that
guiltless of his countrys blood yet. ''some vii
lnge Hampton" might here lie sumbering, but even
his brilliant Imagination would have failed to
suggest to him that mayhap S.r Joseph
could be outdone He has been outdone, though.
by Mr. Jackson. who in addition to dozens of
cousins and such like has a mother and prospective
moiher-in-law. When it decided not to allow
Ferdemeyer to trundle his wheelbarrow tho
track it was also decided that the relatives of Jack
would not be allowed TO accompany him on his
walk unless they regularly catered ut $500 head.
Tho line must be drawn somewhere. and the Jack
the time they drew long breaths
and decided to camp the track. At
twelve o'clock on Sunday night they appeared.
seventeen strong. and since that time the number
has been maintained by fresh relays each relay
putting IN ten hours time. Yesterday morning. as
Jackson did hot feel No. l. batch of relatives
did not depart when relief arrived, that great
family conclave ensued. While it was in progress
at ive A. NJ, Jackson entered his quarters, and
his ankles were sore, and his feet mass of blis
tors, it was decided to him from the truck. As
he as hopeessly ont of the raco he readily acou-
esced in the decision, and in ten minutes he had
donned his citizen garb. and on his way to
the Madison avenue entrance Of the Garden. Sucha
"gittng up and Citing, took place at this time
Is rarely witnessed, except on occasions when
alarm OF fire is sounded in church or school. 1t
must have seemed to the doing doofkeeper as
though the building turned inside out such
was tho jam of exits. The building not at the
time very full and the departure OF the Jackson fam
did not recover until after eight o'clock.
At about eight o'clock, kowell and Hazael. who
have been travelling together for the Last four miles,
in earnest conversation The fact that they have
been long together has given rise a rumor that
some agreement has been entered into between
them. But the rumors that abound at all times
would hll page OF the HERALD At forty-sx min
ntes past nine Gnyon finished mis- sooth mile. amid
264 Rowen. 3s2; Hazaei. 300; Ennis. 24s; Merritt.
soe Hart 2s5; Krohne. 25a Taylor. lSo; Ferde-
LATE CONTESTANTS AS sPECrAroRs.
Shortly alter nine A. M. Panchot, whose with
peared ut the Garden, looking rather bright, but
still quite lame from his sprained foot. He rather
enjoyed being spectator. and when he was recog-
nized here and there he stopped to CHAT aud spoke
hopefully of being able in two three months to
race Mr.. Rowell. The trouble with his foot is of
such nature that he can nurse it away. lie is al
ready in tho hands Of competent physician, who
encourages him to hope that he will come
out all ngnt. As the little mail carrier
remarked the coaching Of Hazael by Rowell.
He inquired for Jackson and expressed great SYM
pathy for Hart. Panchot had not left the building
more than five minutes when Jackson. unaccom-
panied by any Of his kin, appeared spectator.
When asked if it his stomach, his feet or his
aunts that induced him to quit work, he said he
quilted because he was broken up generally. In
other words he had not stamina enough to pull him
through tho tremendous struggle He looked per-
feet wreck, and seemed quite happy to be mere
looker-on. When lie departed he took his flowers
with him and bade goodby to all hands. At ten
O'Clock the score stooi-Weston, 274; Rowel, 341 |;
Hazael. 80; Guyon. 800; Ennis. 1885, Merritt, 3l5;
Hart, 291; krohne, 26O; Taylor, 1853; Ferdemeyer
24O.
The regular day audience arrived somewhat earlier
than usual yesterday BY half past ten the great hall
crowded. with sprInkling of ladies' here and
thrre. The men were all on the track and working
hard. Rowell was running and Hazael. Meet
ing other the cascade little before eleven
they started together and made several laps at full
speed. The people applauded vigorously and were
divided In their opinions of the merits Of tho two
men.
.'Go in. Rowelll" "Force him. Rowelll' .Fire
him outP We're addressed from One party to the
plucky little Briton, and the famous runner ad-
vised to beat down his opponent in equally forc
ton. Krohne. Ferdemeyer. Ennis. Hazael and Ro ell
the course. The latter two kept up their racing.
and 1t ssei. ,as il Rowell was treating his coun-
tryman to the same sort OF exercise rs Hart
practised on him during the first hours
Of the Rowel was on his 345rh mile at that
and Hazael on ~. 3lGth. Signs of distress
becoming. for the frst time, evident on Rowell. His
face looked drawn and there tired look about
his mouth that showed he was suffering from the
effects of the long tramp and. probably, more than
that. the loss of sleep. lady who knew him we'll
and saw him for the first time. since the match be-
gan, yesterday morning, noticed the change ut once,
aud expressed surprise at the difference. Hazael
busy pushing on to Merritt for tie second place.
ana many bets were made on the chances of both.
Merritt his 320th mile and his an
tagonist was three miles behind him when Rowell
dropped out Of the rum and lett Hazael to turn his
attention to Merritt. Guyon at this time
walking steadily and apparently in easy
dition. Notwithstanding the difficulty with his
ankle. He had taken to stick since the
night before and it undoubtedly helped MIN
along. Ennis,, contrary to oil expectation. was
at full speed. He had gained in spirits. and had
plainly picked up courage with his returning health.
On the 295h mile Hart had completely forgotten his
bouquets were sont him. and many inquiries
were made - of Mr. Englehardt as to his
ure given over his capcrs. and was trying
to redeem his reputation by more reserved conduct.
The pubic. however. were not entirely ready to
cept him In this new style, and they kept up
ming fire Of remarks as lie passed round.
That's the man who made $50 mics in England
IN hook, said one man.
Hell do 500 before Saturday night. said another.
You'll see, added the third. Hell do some
good work before he stops. The man is entirely
changed. Whatever was the cause Of the way he
acting don't know Those who pretend to
know say it was an extreme nervousness Why he
often done before 1 don't understand; at
all events he has entirely changed. I am
OF tnO Impression Will De u CnunHo
in his work before the end of the arrives Fer
dcnieyer on his 2isth mile at noon. and he
urging himself forward with great energy. One Of
the men who attracted least attention and forg
ing along steadily, looking neither to the right
to the left was krohne. At noon he on his
l70th mile, and although his feet tender he
otherwise in good shape and but little affected
by the labor 30 far.
RACING ALI. ROUND.
Shortly after twelve O'Clock Hazae and Rowell got
running again. and soon after the hoe line followed
their example. Merritt attacked Hart and tho
favorite was not slow to accept the challenge All
trace OF pain seemed to have passed from his foot
and 1t was working again as freely ever. The ap
plause shook the house. People deligh
TO that "Black Dan" sound and
Likely to last until the end of the
Guyon and Merritt had brush. and Krohne and
Ferdermeyer, not to be behind the s,hers.
bowled along in company. Leaving Merritt Hart
opedly CHALLENGED Rowell, aud the excitement
passed all bounds they spun round. shoulder and
shoulder. even. Weston reversed has 25Sth mile
and hoped along all alone.
.Hop and 20 fetch IL; dot ana carry one."
shouted n man at hiin.