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Morning journal and courier., 1880-08-19
THE SOUTH.
Virginia.

4 FrightStrI spectacle-Torn to Pieces in
 Cage of Hyenas.
 RICHMOND, Aug. 1S.-On Monday, while Coup's grand circus was parading in Win chester, the keeper of the cage of hyenas was. bounced upon and torn to pieces by the infu- riated and treacherous animals. The keeper, who was in the cage at the time, had his back slightly turned toward the hyenas, and was looking at the cheering multitude. The spectators fell back aghast when they saw the whole den of hyenas suddenly bounce upon the man, and, throwing him to the floor of the cage, begin to mangle him with their teeth and claws. The keeper. whose name was Drayton, made desperate attempt to save his life, and, despite his critical posi- tion, assumed his usual cool tone of com mand, but the beasts, maddened by the taste of blcod, did not heed him. The people who witnessed his brave struggle for life were powerless to help him, they feared that by opening the door of the cage the hy- enas would bounce upon them. At length some of the showmen succeeded in rescuing Drayton, but he was so badly wounded that his life is despaired of
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POLITICAL.

The New Jersey Republicans-PSttsE Eomi-
 mated for Governor by Reclamation.
 TRENTON, Aug. 18.-Amos Clark called the Republican State convention to order at noon Ex-Judge Hoffman, of Hudson ceun ty, was made temporary chairman. In his speech on taking the chair ex-Judge Hoffman outlined the history of the Republican party, asserted that the present prosperity of the country is due to it's policy, and declared that the demand of today is for tnintimidated voters and pure ballot. His reference to General Garfield elicited enthusiastic ap- plause He said that the Republican party won fairly four years ago, and any man that doubted it was a fool
 At the end of Judge Hoffman's speech General Fitzpatrick appeared at one of the boxes and received much applause. He said that he had once hoped tbat at some time and somehow his services to the country, the State and the party would be repaid by his elevation to the Governorship. On the strength of Mir. Potts assurance that he (Potts) could not be candidate he had allowed his name to be used. But if he was in the way he had concluded to withdraw from the contest, and he followed the withdrawal with a political speech. After the appointment of the various committees the convention took recess.
 After the recess Secretary George M. Robeson was chosen permanent chairman, with vice president for each county. Nom nations for Governor were then called for and every county named Frederick A. Potts of Hunterdon county, and there being no opposition he was nominated by exclamation. The following Presidential electors were chosen Electors-at-large, B. Gummere and J. K Pangbern; district electors First dis trict, w. E. Potter; Second, E. B. Gruble Third, S. Van Wrinkle; Fourth, Dewitt c. Blair Fifth, George Richards; Sixth, c. M. Theberoth; Seventh, G. c. Fofey: A series of resolutions were reported which endorse the Chicago platform, declare for high pro- tective tariff and for biennial sessions of the Legislature After speeches by ex-Senator Frelinghuysen, General Fitzpatrick and others the convention adjourned sine die.
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THE NATIONAL CAPITAL.

Sanitary RegulatiOns-Canf for Inter
 national Conference.
 WASHINGTON, Aug. 1S.-Secretary Evarts has addressed circular letter to the minis ters representing the United States at the capitals of the several maritime powers of the world, inviting these powers to send del egates to an international sanitary confer ence as proposed by joint resolution of Congress approved by the President the 14th of May last. The Secretary's letter concludes as follows:
 ''It is thought by the President that such delegates as may be appointed by the several powers to attend the proposed conference should be authorized to conclude if deemed expedient upon consultation an international convention in relation to any proper subject for international sanitary regulations to be proposed for the consideration of the govern ments interested. In order that the pro- posed conference, if agreed to by the several foreign governments interested. may be held at as early period as practicable the Fresi- dent deems it expedient to suggest the 1st of January, 1881, as suitable date for the as- sembling of the conference in the city of Washington. In the event, however, that the government of should have occasion to prefer different date for the meeting of the conference, this government will be ready to reconsider the question with view to an al teration of the date
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PENNSYLVANIA.

stoned to Death-UnPrOvolked Murder by Mob-A Crime That Calls Loudly for Vengeance.
 PITTsBURG Aug 19.-An unknown man was murdered by mob on Monday last at Agnew Station, on the Pittsburg and Fort
 Wayne road, about twenty miles from this city. A Mrs. Rhoder owns farm beside the railroad. She has number of grapevines
 some of which project beyond her fence
 Tramps and others have been stealing grapes in this neighborhood lately, and the farmers have threatened to shoot any marauders who are detected. Yesterday at noon man about forty years old dressed in black suit,
 black felt hat navy blue shirt, and who was quite respectable looking, took bunch of grapes from Mrs. Rhoder's vine as he stood in the road. On seeing him Mrs. Rhoder shouted to him to leave, which he proceeded to do, making toward the river, which is just below. Mrs. Rhoder at the same time start ed her boy and dog after the fleeing man. She then ran to the gang of section railroad men who were eating their dinner near by, told them of the theft and asked them to give chase. These section men work under John Holland. Merriman, Baltz, Martin, Luster and several others started in pursuit. In the meantime the dog and the boy had chased the unknown man into the river, when the dog, satisfied with his work, retired from the scene. The man came out of the water again and was about to proceed down the river beach when the section men came in view and some of them commenced throwing stones at him. He was forced to take to the water again, as the missiles were thrown from every direc- ton on the beach. He went out and began to swim toward the opposite shore, the volley of stones never ceasing, but he almost imme- diately turned back and waded toward his as- sailants until 1t was only waist deep. There he pleaded for @ cessation of hostilities, say ing he was suffering. It is supposed he had been hit with the stones while in the water and felt that he would not be able to swim to the other shore But there was no mercy for him. The terrible fusilade of stones never ceased. The man, then growing deavoring to pull off his shoes which clogged him badly in swimming. He only succeeded in removing one, when the at tack had become so hot that he could remain no longer, and he struck out for Neville Island His first few strokes were vigorous, and he sped through the water with the neatness and quickness of good swimmer. He had not, however, gone far when he suddenly cried 'Help mel" 'tSave mel" He cried trice, and then sank He came up again, but probably could not speak, as no sound came from him. He then went down again. A second time the body rose to the surface and foated on it's back for a short distance, when it went down the third time and was seen no moro. The body has not been found. The indignation against the murderers of the poor fellow is running high, and the authorities will an inves- tigation. The affair was witnessed by 6 large number of persons who were not near enough to protect the man or save his life.
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rELEGRAPH1C JoTrINGs.
The rains have ruined the crops in botI aa st and xveat Prurria

The rains have ruined the crops in both east and west Prussia
 A famine appears certain in Silesia unless the Government assists the inhabitants.
 Two children named E. Vagrant and Will lie Hope bravely rescued two men from drowning Tuesday at Toronto.
 Countess de Fills, who has been on trial at Paris for throwing vitriol over her husband's g mistress, has been acquitted.
 The New York Greenbackers yesterday nominated Thomas O. Armstrong, of Clinton, for judge of the Court of Appeals.
 Base ball yesterday At Brooklyn, Roches- ters 6, Unions 8; at Cincinnati, Providence 5, Cincinnatis 2 at Chicago, Chicagos z, Bostons 1.
 A considerable wind storm blew over Louis vile yesterday afternoon, unroofng some houses and doing considerable damage. A part of the roof of Finsers Bros. large tobac- co manufactory was blown off.
 A brutal assault was committed Tuesday night at Toronto on Helen Sweeney by her husband. He struck her on the head with a hatchet, inficting a terrible wound. The woman lies in 8 miserable hovel, unattended and in precarious condition.
 Wallace Ross left St. John, N. B., yester- day for Portland, Me, where he intends re- maining a while He will then proceed to New York, and fortnight later to England. He expects to be present at the Hanlan- Trlckett race, and may try to get on race with the winnar
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of mourning will be thickly interspersed. Chief Morris had been exceedingly ner- vous for weeks in anticipation of the great gathering of fremen and his friends have feared that the strain had affected his mind for several days past. He felt the weight of his responsibility so keenly that it unques- tionably unbalanced his mind and at G. m he arose and stepped into the closet at his rooms and nearly severed his head from his shoulders with razor. He was serving his seventh term as chief He was about 38 years old and unusually popular. The com mittee of arrangements has decided to go on with the celebration, as many companies are on their way hither.
 Wild Steers and Agile Torreros-Bur-
 lesque on the Genuine Spanish Bull
 Fight.
 NEW YORK, Aug. 18.-The Spanish bull fight announced to take place to-day1n Gen. tral Park arena terminated, like it's predeces- sor of a few weeks ago, in a ridiculous farce. Before the spectacle began the city marshal seized the arena under dispossess warrant, turned every living creature except the Texas steers out of the building and locked the door. Finally the projector of the scheme paid the months rent due, whereupon the place was attached by the deputy sheriff but he kindly consented to let the unsanguinary conflict proceed provided Bergh did not inter- fere. Bergh was there and appeared delighted with the playfulness and amiability of the animals. About 15O spectators were present, including deadheads from the sheriff's and marshaPs offices The torreros, clad in gor- geous attire, stalked into the arena, the band struck up a lively air and Texas bovine was let loose. He charged on torrero, who quickly scaled the fence (American style). The brute followed and Senor Paz, the man. ager, happening to be in the way, started for him, but the Senor scrambled to a place of safety. Seven steers were brought in success sion upon the field and occasionally to re- l1eVe the monotony rosette would be placed by torrero upon the creature's forehead None of the animals showed an excessive quality of viciousness, but the torreros showed remarkable agility in climbing the fence to avoid being tossed. The principal feature of the affair was it's absurdity e bull fight.
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LOCAL NEWS.
Shore Notes.

ConnectIcgt Rocks PIcnfe-The Grays'
 Fai Parade.
 Connecticut Rock Lodge, F. tS A. M, had it's annual picnic yesterday at Railroad Grove, Savin Rock. There was party of from 25O to 300 in all. The weather was all that could be desired and pleasant feature of the oc- casion was the presence of Past Masters John Ruff, Paul Veil, F. -Schollhorn, Chas. Warmer, F. Schussler, Oswald Baehr and the present incumbent, Joseph Volkmann.
 A large picnic from St. John's R. c. church of this city visit the shore to-day.
 The Grays have their fall parade at the shore tomorrow. They spend the morning in company drill and the school of the bat talion. At noon they take dinner at the Sea View House. The afternoon will be spent at the range on the meadows in practice at POO and 300 yards. At about , o'clock they march to the Sea View House. where they will be joined by the American band. A con- cert in front of the house will be given by the band. After that the company and band return in the horse cars as far as Portsea street, from which point they make parade through Howard avenue, Park and Chapel streets to the Ssarmory
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2.0OO CLOTHES WRINGERS to repaire 4 NARPET Sweepers Fluting Machines, ,Richardson'a U Original Little Washer The Excelsior and Vel come Bench Wringers Wringers of all kinds sold for cash. or on weekly nstallmonts, at the Basket and House Furnishing Store of GEORGE D. LAMB, the Wringer Man, 199 Chapel street. Call and the large variety of Beautiful Granite and Iron Ware Tea Coffee Pots. d&w
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southington Soldiers Monument.

A Gala Day i'm the ToVvn-A Notable Oc-
 casfon.
 The soldiers monument was dedicated yes- terday. The work is one worthy of the patri- otic spirit the town exhibited in the war and the iberality of its citizens. The weather was all that could be desired The town was alive and gay. Flags were flying everywhere and many residences and stores were finely decorated. A long line of flags was stretched from the belfry of the Congregational church across the park to the residence of L. c. Strickland. All the trains brought accessions to the display either in organizations or other visitors. Delegations of the G. A. R. arrived from various places. The down train brought Governor Andrews and staff, General Hawley and many others. On the same train were the military of New Britain and G. A. R. They were met at the station by the local 6. A. R., with the Plantsville band and Wolcott drum corps. line of march was formed, and the arrivals were escorted to the Center, where the exercises began.
 There was first music by the Plantsville band, followed by prayer. The ''Star Span. gled Banner" was sung by the Harmonic So c1eIy. 1A6 prCS6ubdIlOu or Gu6 mOuumenI to the town by the chairman of the commit tee, O. W. Stow, followed. Then there was music, Festival Hymn, D by Dudley Buck, the oration by General J. R. Hawley, fol lowed by singing by the G. A. R. '.Amer- ica'' was sung by the entire audience. Cap tain Kinney, of Hartford, and others made a few remarks and this finished the exercises. The collation. was ample for all. In the even ing the Plantsville band gave grand concert on the Green.
 Great praise is given the townspeople for their liberal provision for the collation.. It was served in the Town Hall. Tables were set for TOO. The tables groaned with an abundance of eatables and looked temptingly enough for the onslaught. The local clergy lent their help for the arrangements and eve rywhese the citizens entered heartily into the occasion. General Hawley made one of his ringing, eloquent speeches and was warmly spplauded.
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A Peacemal1er'. Stomach Ripped Open

HALIFAX, Aug. 1S.-The three mile single scull race between P. H. Conley, of Portland, Me-, and John Mckay, of Halifax, for S1, ,OOO, came off on Bedford Basin to-day, and was won by Conley in 22:25. Mckay was ten seconds later. Mckay had been laid up the past ten days with an ulcerated jaw, prevent ing any practice, and the race had been post ponsd from last Tuesday. He appeared on the course with the whole side of his face swollen unfit to be out of bed. The swell ing broke while the race was going on, weak enino him greatly
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New York Produce Market.
 NEW YORK, Aug. IS. FLOUR-Dull weak and unchanged. Southern four easier and slow.
 WHEAT-Opened a shade lower, but subsequently the decline was recovered and the market closed slightly higher for red Spot sales of No. red at S1 077ta1 08 No do. at $1 101S, and q 09 for No white No. 2 red Aug, sold at S1 07A No white, Aug, quoted at q 0614a1 O8;4 do Sept, at $1 06A al or, and No. red, Sept, at S1 o77sa1 O8. CORN-Opened fairly active and slightly higher, Spot sales at 4sa49 ungraded and 49a5Ol for No. do No. 2 Aug, quoted at 4924a49zs, and do Sept. 5Oka51Z
 OATS-strong but quiet. Spot sales at 3sa394 for mixed 39a40 for No. white; No. Sept. sold at 35G.
 PoRK-higher; Aug. sI6 75a16 co; Sept. s15 75a 16 % Oct, $15 45a15 95
 LARD-Higher and in demand; Aug s 10aS 15 i; Sept. sold st ss 1214as IS Oct s8 229aS 26. RYE-Nominal.
 BARLEY-Nominal.
 CUT MEATS-In moderate demand pickled hams 101s11; do. shoulders, 2.
 BEEF-Quiet and unchanged
 WHISKY-Du1l and nominal nothing doing for spot.
 CoTTON-Quiet and firm midland Il 9-16; futures strong.
 IMPROVEMENTS hrmer; S3s was bid here and out of town for refined united sold at SS13. BUTTER-Operations have been quite active at somewhat irregular prices. Creamery, hnest 25a26c good to prime, 23a24 do. fair to good 22a23c State choice g do fair to prime 2Oa21c State pails and tubs choice, at 23a24; do good to prime at 2la22 do 23c do. fair to good 19a20; Western dairy, fresh extra 20a21c; do. good to prime 1Sa20c do fair to good 17a18c. western factory, fine, 1Sa19c do good to prime, 16a16kc.: do fair to good, 15a16
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A varn1sh Factory Burned.

BROOKLYN, Aug. 18.-At 5:3O o'clock this morning fire broke out among some barrels in the yard of the varnish factory of Moller and Schurmann, at the corner of Marcy and Flushing avenues The flames quickly com municated to the factory, and before they could be extinguished loss of $12, 900 was caused. The fire is supposed to have originated from spontaneous combustion. There is an insurance on the factory of &30,- 0nA
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MOVEMENTS OF STEAMERS.

NEW YORK, Aug 1s.-Arrived, the Scythia and City of London from Liverpool, the Amerique from Ravre Sailed, the Algeria for Liverpool, the Australia for London, the P Caland for Rotterdam and the Pereire for Havre
 Antwerp-Arriyed, the Humbert from New York.
 Glasgow-Arriyed, the Canadian from Montreal
 Liverpool-Arrived, the Parthia and Egypt from New York, the Illinois from Philadel- phia, the Rossini from Baltimore.
 Rotterdam Sailed, the Maas for New York.
 Southampton Arrived, the Main from New York for Bremen.
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A Sad Case of Suicide.

AUBURN, August 1s.-Joserh P. Morris, chief engineer of the fire department of this city, committed suicide this morning. The State Firemen's convention is in session here, and the principal streets arp spanned with evergreen arches, the sidewSlks are nearly covered with smaller archess and the faces of the buildings are prof1sely decorated with bunting and flags. gEo-day emblems
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1oxe1l Not Going to Resign.

NEW YORK, Aug. 1S.-For some days past a rumor has been current that Chairman Jew ell of the Republican National Committee was intending to resign from that important po- sition. To-day he denied having any such intention and said the story emanated with fine newspapers. The committee have not vet decided whether or not to call a conven- tion for the nomination of 8 judge of the Court of Appeals
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NEW YORK.
A ES~ha,.N,n-'

A FtsherbOy's Ghastly Catch.
 CARTHAGE, Aug. 1S.-A boy fskang in the river this morning hauled up the body of a man about thirty years old, supposed to be that of Patrick Milloy. Appearances indi- cate that the body has been in the water ten days. Milloy was man of incorporate habits. The coroner is holding an inquest.
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FIRE RECORD.
Burned Woolen Mills,

NEWCASTLE, Ont, Aug. 18.-The Newcastle Woolen mills were burned to-day Loss $5O,- o0o ; insured for $20, 900 in the Western, Etna, Dominion and British America.
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r,sv,r~,,,. Readtusters cenfident.

WAsHNeroN, Aug 1s--A private letter received here to-day from prominent Vir- ginia Readjuster states that the cause of the Readiusters is in a most lourishing condition and that there is no doubt but they will carry the State by a handsome majority. The de- fections from the Readjusters' ranks, it is claimed, is more than balanced by secessions from thefranks of the Funders
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Colorado.
Pierced bv . Crorbnr.

Pierced by CrOwbar.
 DENVER, Aug. 18.-At Pueblo, Col, yes terday, Henry Orr, railroad workman en- gagged in driving piles fell against the point of crowbar. which passed entirely through his body, killing him instantly
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Attempted Poisoning by n Domestic.
 PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 18.-Agnes c. Riddle, ployment of John c. Macy, a provision dealer, arrested last night upon the charge of poisoning Mrs Macy and two male boarders by placing oxalic acid in their cof- fee. Physicians succeeded in counteracting the effects of the acid, but Mrs. Macy suf- fered internally. The girl denies the crime, but admits having bought o1alic acid at a neiphhnrinp store
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Capt. NIcAIlist

.ZE@h Will leave starin's Pier, foot of ls5Fzs5%5S sFszss.5%5S Brewery street, at s:sO a. m every Thursday y during the season for
 Glen Island.
 Returning leave Glen Island at 3:3O D. m. Starin's Glen Island most delightfully."- situated opposite New Rochelle, on Long Island Sound about twenty miles been purchased and fitted up by MT. Starin at reat expense and will be opened during the of 1880 features of the Island will be old-fashioned Rhode Island Clam Bakes, which will be served daily under experienced caterer from Rhode Island Everything that can be obtained at seaside resort can be had will be spared to make Glen Island favorte resort and or m the E ana 1es1 @ % Eae ter be run from New York, leaving piers North and vii be New York via Glen Island, which will enable people wi1hng to go to Ns% Td xSPk s to snOg @ d1 Island two three hours and arrive in New York in boas for 1 New Haven leaving Pier Is foot to of cour landt street. at every evening except Saturday.
 FARE: New Haven to Glen Island. 50 {" s New York, viz Glen Island: loo
 and and Pier 1S..... 1.50 oRa a stars eap iS.a Hozsse1 hssS x sha days. to shelter 1sand,ieaving dock foot of Brew cry street ct e:so m Returning, leave Shelter Is
 
 popular last summer, will be continued under more favorable circumstances the boat having the past winter been heightened 80 feet and thoroehIy over hauled and reprinted throughout. $500 people were carried last year without accident -au Spoke in the highest praise of the sa the boat courtesy of the officers.
 Single fare 50 cents. Excursion fare 75 ceuts
 Manhattan Beach.
 Steamers John H. Startn, Capt. McAIlister and Erastas Corning, Capt. Spoor, in connection with the regular New York hne will issue tickets from New Haven to Manhattan Beach and return for the low price of 91.55. Passengers can leave New York every hour of Starinis Manhattan Beach boats from street. North River, Leroy street. North River, or Pier l, East River.
 No intoxicating drinks can be obtained the boat which is sufficient guarantee that nothing can to the pleasure of any one who choose to avail themselves of either of these excursions Liberal discounts made to Sunday schools or so- cieties.
 For further information apply to MoALIsTER &- WARREN, II Church street,
 w. B. MILLER, Agent, Starin Pier. Send for Map of Long Island Sound, giving routes. my22 3m
 &2k0fR ss yssa ssa. z. 1ssa.F s. Fo. ssrm: sd- W&VWWd dress, ,, HegtA4 Co.,, S.1oasssAo
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OLD WORLD.
Great Britain.

A Fenfan Scare nt Cork-Dfseovery of
 Diabolical Plot.
 LONDON, Aug. 18.-The authorities at Cork are in state of perfect and pitiful