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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
THE LONDON MURDER MYSTERY.

SOME CLEws TO THE DARK DEED OBTAINED.
LONDON, Tuesday, April l, 1879.
The woman Catherine Webb, now called
Webster who was arrested in ireland the 29th ut,
for the murder Richmond Of her mistress. Mrs.
Thomas, fragments of whOseremains were found noating
in the Thames near BarnesTerrace Barns, on the 5th
ul was arraigned at Richmond yesterday for preimi'
nary examination. According to her statement to tho
detectives, Mrs. Thomas was murdered by man
named Chrrch while Webster temporarily absent
On her return TO the Church. by threats, COM
PEELED her silence and help him in disposing OF the
body and in removing the valuables. Everything buo
the furniture had been taken away from the house, and
they had wagon at the door 10 take the furniture aso
when the andady residing next door interfered ana
inquired where Mrs Thomas was. Thereupon Wehster
decamped TO Ireland, agreeing with Church that they
would 20 TO America together soon as he was ready
Church ia the keeper OF beerhouse at liammersmlIh
man family and heretofore OF good character Prior
to his arrest which effected after Websters state
lnent he had gwen the police all the aid and niorma-
on he possessed about Websers behavior and where
abouts. The circumstances under which Webster made
away with the remains Of Mrs. Thomas indicate that
her charge against Church Is partly or wholly false
Both prisoners were remanded, anu tue EXAMINATION
was adjourned TO the 9th OF April.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
THE FIRE RECORD.
A CANDLE FACTORY RuRNED.

CIyCINNATI, April 1.-Procter g. CANDLES
candle factory on Ccntraave, partially destroyed
by fire to-day The loss estimated at $4,000 insured
In the following Offices Federal OF Allegheny; Stan
dard Of New-York Western, of Toronto Peoples, Of
Trenton Characterization, Of New-YOrk; Fire Asso-
citation, of Philadelphia Peoples, OF Newark; Trade
of Camden; American Fire, OF Boston; the Under
writer's Roger Williams, and CITY Insurance. OF Penn
sylvana-each $1,000; the British American, OF To-
T0nto shawInut. Of Boston Liverpool and London and
Gobe-each $1,000; the Faneuil Hall, OF Boston ;
Imperial. OF London; Girard, OF philadelphia Buffalo
German: Newark city, y. j.. Pennsylvania, of Phia-
delphia Columbia OF New-YOrk; Buffalo; Trade. Of
Camden; Union Mutual, Of PHILADELPHIA; Atlantic Of
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
CAMPAIGN SUBSCRIPTIONS.
WALLACE CONTINUES HIS INQUIRY INTO THE WAY
THE REPUBLICANS RAISED PART OF THEIR

GENERAL PRESS DIsrATCn.I


CAMPAIGN FUNDS.
GENERAL PRESS DIsPATCnl
WASHINGTON, April 1.-The committee to
nourc into the alleged frauds in the late election met
al 10 a. m to-day and examined Messrs. Baker and fu-
gift the gentlemen employed by the Republican haona
Committee in the campaign oflS7S to solicit subscrp
tons from employees in the Department, Mr.
Baker stated that persons in the Treasury Depart
ment who had received less than $1,000 year were
asked subscribe instead OF 1000, the general limit
mentioned by Mr.. GOrham.
The next witness was Mr. r. B. squires. who testified
that last year he was an assistant messenger In the War
Department. He received copy of the circular OF the
27th OF MAY requesting contributions. He did not sub
scribe anything, He had been employed in the War
Department. He was independent man, and voted
for whom he thought best.
A. G. Hardy was the next witness, and In reply TO
questions by the chairman. stated thatn 1873 he was
employed in the Richmond, Va Post Office His salary
was different times 1925 and $3.50 per month He re-
ceyed circular in the Spring Of 1875 desiring Kim to
contribute $ls to the Republican campaign fund. He
did not pay anything One OF the two la
DIES in the office received one, and had
since told witness she declined to contribute
anything. She ia stu employed there. Witness was
told that his discharge necessary In order 10 brlng
sS pS m paee " Was ed b
month after his discharge. lie was gwen ten days
cIned to think that he discharged first,
because he was q Democrat although that
fact was known when he was appointed; second
because OF his failure to contribute TO the campaign
fund He supposed that lie was expected to contribute
the amount called for to the advantage OF the party that
employed him.
in the Richmond Post Office. think two OF them be
are Democrats and also in the Confed
crate army They are retained there. The postmaster
himself IS Republican. IL, d.,
Mr. George c. GOrham was recalled 10 allow MIN 10
make q correction in his previous testimony
and said that upon examination he had found
that only $1,000 instead OF $1,000 was sent
to Maine by the National COMMITTEES. In reply to the
chairman, Mr. Gorham said that Mr.. Hale had never
himself carried money to Ohio. That money sent TO
ONO was sent In the Ordinary way. There was no re-
quest the committee To send funds TO Colorado
witness sent money there his responsibility.
The committee here adjourned. TO meet upon call by
ho harm
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
CHALMERS ON HIS MUSIC BOX.
A CONTEST OF WIT With Mr.. CONGKR IN WHICH
THE ME sIsSIPPIAN DID NOT WIN.
IBY TELEGRAPH TO THE TRIBUYE.i

THE NIL SISSlPPIAS DID NOT WIN.
IBT TELEGRAPH TO THE TRIBUSE.l
WASHINGTON, April 1.-At the close of tho speech
of Representative Chalmers in the House to-day
personal collOquy ensued between him and Repre-
sentative Conger, of Michigan which the former
will not be likely to forget.
Mr.. Chalmers had referred in his speech 10 "our
Revolutionary sires" and after he he had concluded
Mr.. Conger innOcently asked if he had not forgot
ten to mention the revolution Of 1861.
Mr.. Chalmers somewhat exctedly and
said that In old times kings had their
fools and testers whom they dressed
in caps and bells; the Republicans had
their jester but he was clad in swallOwtail coat,
and did not wear the cap and bells This sally was
loudly applauded by the Democrats on the floor and
IN the galleries. From one of the latter there also
came the old familiar rebel YELL" which must
have been sweet music TO the ears of Mr.. Chalmers.
Mr.. Conger, in no wise disconnected, quietly rose
and said that he simply asked the gentleman civil
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
AKIND GROOM BURNED TO DEATH.

A fire took place in the stable attached to
lime-kin in Thrdave., near Degraw-st, Brooklyn at
late hour Monday night. 1t discovered yesterday
morning that David II. Pulver had persisted in the
flames together with four horses 1t is believed that
Puver who was much attached to gray horse he was
accustomed drive undertook rescue IT, and was suf-
located by the smoke. He unmarried, age about
forty and lived in apartments connected with the
stable The fire is believed have been caused by
oyerheated stove. The loss amounted TO $3.50.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
TIE CANAL RAILROAD OPPOSED.

BUFFALO, Apnl 1.-At full meeting OF the
BOARD OF Trade this morning strong resolutions were
adopted coudemnne the proposition looking 10 tho
massage Of an act Legislature granting the Bnao
syracuse and Albany Railroad Company the pr'Ieso
q, con,tructing road on both OF the banks OF the
Ere Canal and urging that such an act would De uneou.
.titutional Injurious New-lork, aud TIC means OK
s,vsrtng the Commerce OF the canals 10 Boston anu
other Eastern points
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
TIE HIGH WIND CAUSES A FIRE.

NJ. Michebacher opened the front door of
his upholstery-shop, No. II West Northumberland
twenty-hfthst., at p IN. yesterday when q gust or
wind forced him back and upset red-hot stove The
flames spread, and In attempting to subdne them tie
proprietor had his face hair and whskers siqged He
fled from the building which was soon destroyed. Mr..
Mchelbachers loss stock amounts TO 500, which IS
uninsured. The building was owned by C. Brandt and
wa alsou uninsured.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
THE STATE LEGISLATURE.
YEARLY SESSIONS IN DIsFAvoR.

1EhhL1 SECSlONS IN DlSr AVN
TIE TAXATION OF CORPORATIONS STILL OCCUPY
ING ATTENTIoN-rHE FRAUDS AT KINGSTON TO
BE FULLY EXPOSED.
The Assembly yesterday debated tho constitu-
tonal amendment in favor of biennial sessions. Mr.
Skinner made strong speech in its favor, but sew
eral more were made in opposition. The amendment
was ordered to a third reading by large vote.
The bill reducing the freight on milk
received strong vote in its favor. The Committee
on Ways and Means had the bill to tax corporations
under consideration. The report on the Kingston
election riot is about to be sent to the Assembly. 1t
establishes fraud and intimidation
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
MADAME p4TrERSoN- B0NAPARTE DYING.

BALTIMoRE, April lat II o'clock tonight
Madame Patterson Bon parte still alive. She sank
rapidly during the afternoon but rallied somewhat
later Her phys states that she has been dying
since last Thursday. but her mdOmsble Will has kept
her alive thus far. She has disease, and does not
snn-r. bat Is diving OF scnlle decay.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
APPOINTMENTS BY GoVERyoR MCCLELLAN

TRENTON, n. j., April To-day Governor
Mcclellan appointed the following as Law Judges in
the Court OF Common Pleas Monmouth County. Alfred
Walins. jr Essex County, Ludlow McCarter Middle
sex COUNTY Andrew X. Cogswell Mercer County, John
II stewart The last Senate refused to confirm these
nominations and he has appointed them to I'll
vacancies until the next Legislature.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
SENATOR MURPHY'S CLAIM.

ALBANY, April 1.-SenatOr Murphy has
nearly ready letter in reply to Controller Olcots Sc
we're criticism the Senator's bill for appraisng the
property the Manhattan Life Insurance Company The
Senator draws attention 10 other bills OF Insurance
examiners which, although for very large amounts,
were audited without protest by the Controller. He
also claims that Controller. before assuming that
office very large commissions by the purchase for
the state Of It's bonds.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL.
THE ANNUAL REPORT PRESENTED.

ALBANY, April 1.-The thirty-ffth annual
report of the Superintendent OF Public Instruction and
the Regents of the University the state OF the Normal
School at Albany presented to the Assembly to-day
During the year 221 students were registered
az members OF the school This added to the number
previously admitted, and who returned to complete
their course. made the whole number IN attendance
OF the State. During the year fifty scholars were grad
NAT ted.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
THE FRENCH AGITATION.

TIRE SENATE POSIPONEo THE DEBATE UN MUNINU
TO PARIS.
VERSAILLES, Tuesday, April l. 1870.
The Senate by vote of 1877 to 1915 has
posponed until alter the Easter holidays the discus
sion OF the question of the removal Of the Senate and
Chamber OF Deputies to Paris.
AssAILING THE GOVERNMENT.
La Libers OF PARIS attacks the recent Governmental
replies the PrOectionist populations and says the
Government has right TO stand neutral Oh great
questions of the day.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
BEACoNsFIELD MORALLY DEFEATED.
SIR BARTLE FRERE's MISCONDUCT MADE CLEAR-t
STRONG HOME RULE VOTE.
LONDON Tuesday, April I, 1879

STRONG HOME RULE VOTE.
LONDON Tuesday, April l, 1879
Thirty Home Rulers voted with the Liberals
in the division last night the House of Commons
Sir Charles Dukes resolution OF upon the Zulu
war policy Of the Government. The Times, which
generally supports the Government, says IAN that
the Opposition maintained was that Sir Bartle Frere
had acted uniustifaby. and that tue course taken
toward him by the Government was indefsnsible. In
this contention 1t will, believe be the general
opinion that they justified, and the Governments
numerical victory is a moral defeat. The main ques-
ton however, OF our in South Africa remains
undetermined and must some day be discussed with
the utmost care"
40 TURKISH TROOPS DESIRED.
II il asserted Ternoya that the presence Of
Turkish troops IN Roumel, even as contingent form
ing part Of mixed corps OF occupation would neyit-
ably give rise to disturbances.
STAMPING OUT THE PLAGUE.
General Melihof has completed the burning Of tho
infected houses in Wetlianka.
THE BRITISH BOAT RACES.
The champion sculler Elliott went into training at
Newcaste-On Tyne yesterday for hts match with an I'M
known on the 10th Of june TO be rOwed over the Tyne
Championship Course for 1900 side AMI the champion
trophy. Seven to four laid yesterday on the Cam
bridge University crew IN the with the oxford
University crew, which takes place on Saturday next
THE IMPORTATION OF AMERICAN BEEF.
H. the House OF Lords last night the motion OF the
a
Of the quantities OF meat imported monthly from
the United states from February ISIS, to January,
1879.
CHINA AND RUSSIA.
In Russia special committee, under the presidency
OF Count Milioune Minister OF War; has been appointed
consider the Kudja question. II u stated tnat the
civilian members OF the committee are in favor OF tho
surrender Kuldia China and the military members
recommend its re entlOn.
THE PROPOSED ITALIAN COLONY.
General Garibaldis letter to General AchIlle Fuzzar
Meuotti Garibalds associate in the NewGunea eolon-
ization project. to imply Menotts withdrawn
from the undertaking. The letter concludes by thank
ing the italian youth who generously placed them
selves at MenOtt GariOaldls disposal hut tells them
that they needed for more important work at home
Mr.. LAYARD To Return.
It stated that Sir Austen LayaId viii leave here for
ConstantnOpe the 18th OF the present month, 10
resume his post as British Ambassador
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
TELEGRAPHIC NOTES.
tICuTSUIp DISAPPEARS.

A IIGHTSHIP DISAPPEARS.
CHATHAM Mass. April 1.-The Shovel Full light
has gone station and Is not in sight from this
place. ..
TIE FAILURE OF STOVE FIRM
Tpoy Ny Aprjl Eddy, COrse d Co.. stove
manufacturers OF this city have failed Liabilities $4,000
nominal assets Sl2OUOO
A GAS COMPANY BANKRUPT
FALL RIVER. Mass. April IA warrant in bank
ruptcy Issued against the estate on the Manucta
ney was concerned
THE COINAGE IN MARCH At PHILADELPHIA
pUIIApFIPHIA, April 1.-During the month Of
March the mint coined 81 l2S2Oo In gold syOO5Ie 10 silver
and 81 metal total OF lH053O pieces OF tho
value OF s2O3l3sB.
FULL TIME AND PULL WAGES AGAIN.
WuKEsBARRE, Penn, April l.-Charles Parrish
% oay the 10 per cent reduction In wages
81 tbeT employees into effect last January Pull
time resumed to morrow 81 AL mines opeA'oa W ths
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
THE ANGLO-AMERICAN TRADE.
Inn-rnN lI,1nnnhnu mil L I

LONDON, IH'HlHy, hIIII T. I"'o'
In the House of Lords to-day Lord COttes-
loe In moving for official return Of the British trade
with the United States pointed out the large balance OK
American trade against England aud said he hoped tho
Americans would see the advantages OF reciprocity,
because while the manufacturers III the Norm we've
benefited by high duties IL was the Interest OF the pro-
ducers OF the South have free trade The MOTION was
agreed
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
CLARENCE KING TO BE CONFIRMED.
THE sESATB COMMITTEE UNANIMOUSLY IN HIS
1nr rr1rnn.ru To Tile rRrpuNEI

IBr TELEGRAPH THE TRrBUNE.i
WASHINGTON, April 1.-The Senate Committee on
Public Lands unanimously agreed to-day to report
favorably on the nomination of Clarence King TO
be Director of the Geological Survey. 1t is learned
from member of the committee that the strong
est opposition to Mr.. Kings confirmation pro-
ceeds from charges that he has while in the
emplov of the Government made examinations of
mining property for private persons,and gwen opln
ions as an expert The facts of the case are these
Mr.. King closed the fedwork of his survey OF the
foreh parallel years ago, and has since that
time been engaged in preparing and publishing the
results of his work. lie has also. as he
has a right to do, practised his profess
sion as mining engineer. and gwen
opinions as an expert in submitted to him.
There is no legal objection to this. and it is not
charged by anybody that Mr.. King has in any mat
ter done anything to impugn his own character for
integrity or to injure the interests of the Govern
mcnt, or more than has been done by Professor
Hayden, his chief competitor for the appointment,
and others.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
SERIOUS FIRE IN RANDOLPH.

Boston, April IA fire broke out shortly
after midnight at Randolph in the twO-stOry building
owned by David Burrell and occupied by /. Hoffman
as a clothing store. Two other buildings adjoining.
own ed nv Gilbert T. Jones and T. T. Belcher, and occu
pied by several tenants also destroyed The total
loss about $25 000 twothirds OF which Is covered by
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question in q civil manner, and instead OF replying
he had. as was very natural, jumped on his music
box and made grimaces TO the House and the
country. ,a
Everybody saw the point at once, and
for several moments shouts of laughter
and applause, which the chairman did not try TO
suppress, drowned the voice of Mr.. Chalmers, who
gesticulated wildly and finally succeeded IN saying
that he did not aspire to be monkey. After lnis
sippi subsidized and probably will try to restrain the
exercise Of his keen sense OF humor on the WHY
Michigan Representative for time at least.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
THE KINGSTON ELECTION RIOT.

TuI COMMITTEE ABOUT To SUBMIT IT'S REroRI-
TIE CHARGES FULLY ESTABLISHED
(Br TELEGRAPH TO IHE TRIDUSEl
ALBANY, April 1.-The Assembly Com
,t.e sen 70 Kingston to investigate the riot there at
election have lust finished their report 1t wall
,n snhnttted TO tue Assembly tomorrow. IL
contains a graphic description OF the methods
adopted by the Democrats OF that city to carry It, The
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
THE CI-BAN POSTAL SYSTEM.

HAVANA, April 1.-The Government has
ordered that the General Post Oice administration OF
the Island be conducted from to-day III accordance with
the convention Of the International Posa Union signe0
al Paris June /, 1873.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
NIP HAYES NOT FRIGHTENED.

DEMOCRATIC BACK-DoWN PREDICTED.
.ur pprs1pEST QUITE FREE IN HIS EXPRESSIONS
OF orrN1oN-rBE DEBATE IN THE HoUsE-GEN-
rRAL NEWS. -,
The President stated last night that with a
united party and the people at his back, he
does not think it will require much courage
70 veto the bad political legislation pro-
posed by the Democrats. The President
does not believe that the Democrats
will actually GO to the point OF de-
priving the Government of funds, but that
they will find some excuse for giving up their
attempt at coercion. The discussion on the
Army bill in the House yesterday ellclteu
speeches from Mr. Bedford, Mr.. Humphrey,
MIR. Muldrow, Mr.. Chalmers. Mr.. Frye and
others. The debate was very animated A
favorable report will be made to the Senate
on the nomination of Clarence King.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
A PAYING MONTH AT AUBURN PRISON.

AUBURN, n. Y, March 31.-The earnings of
the Auburn state Prison for March Sll $50 90,
and the expenditures ~ 295 90 excess Of earnings
| over ex pendi tunes IL 1884 81.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
THE LAKES OPEN FOR TRADE.

DETROIT, April 1.-The steamer Northwest
left this port for Cleveland at o'clock this morning
beiug the first boat Of the season.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02
A CONSERVATIVE REACTION.
BEACONsFIELD LESS POWERFUL.

MENoTII GARIBALDI DECIDEs TO REMAIN At HOME
THE FRENCH. SENATE SHOWING CAUTION.
The opinion is expressed in London that the Gov
eminent suffered a " moral defeat" in the party
battle on the South African question. Ii is under
stood that Menotti Garibaldi has abandoned tho
colony scheme. The French Senate has postponed
the debate moving TO Paris until after the Easter
holidays. Further details of the Barnes murder
have been obtained.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1879-04-02

A NUMBER or ABLE SPEECHES ON THE ARMY BILL
-TRYF WELL LISTENED TO AND HEARTILY AP-
pLAUDTD-THE DEMOCRATS APPLAUD THE REV.
OLCTIONARY SPEECHES.
The Cambria freeman. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1867-1938, 1879-04-18

MCDONALD, of LorettO, has just received,
not forty wagon loads, but enough goods of
every description to supply all his neighbors
whatever they need at lower prices than ever.
Following is a partial list of the big bargains
he offers
FOR HOUSEHOLD AND Personal USE.
Muslins of all kind, at / cts. per yard and up.
Ginghams of all kind, at Sc. g -
Machine Thread, best quality, sc. per spool.
FOR LADIES' WEAR.
Dress Goods, all styles, at Sc. per yd. and up.
CorSetS, all sizes, at p cts. per pair and up.
CoIlarettes, at l cent each and up.
Hose, a fine assortment, at cts. per pair up.
Caters. laced and buttoned, 75c. q % .
Shoes, at 81 per pair and up.
FOR MEN AND YOUTHS.
Gents Clothing, full suits, at $500 and up.
Gents Wool Hats, at 80 cts and up.
Gents Fine Boots, at $3.50 per pair and up.
Gents Half Hose, at > cts. % % g
Gents Paper Collars, at 10c. per box and up.
Kentucky Jeans, at 121zc. per yard and up
FOR "BABY NINE
Infants Shoes, at 20 cents per pair and up.
And a great variety of other goods at prices
proportiOnateiy cheap. Go and see.
The Cambria freeman. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1867-1938, 1879-04-18

If the gentleman who writes us so saT-
casticailv about the authorities of a certain
borough in this county viii turn his atten-
ton to the killing Of the vicious dog Of which
he complains, or the prosecution OF the owner
of said animal, if there are really grounds
for such a prosecution, he viii accomplished
more to the purpose in less time than by
having us publish what Artemns Ward would
call the severest of ''sarkasm &c without
giving my (his) name.
The Cambria freeman. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1867-1938, 1879-04-18

UDITOR'S N0TICE.-Having been
Cambria county to hear and decide the exccp-
tions fled to the account filed in the estate OF A.
A. Brooks. deceased. 1 hereby give notice that
win attend 70 the duties Of that appointment. at
my office in EbensbuTg. Friday, Mag 2d. 1879 at
. o'clock p NJ when and where all parties interest
ed present their claims OF he forever debaFTed
from coming in on this fund.
GEO. w OATM Az. Auditor.
Ebensburg April Q, 1sTp.-3t.