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MAINE MATTERS.
SITUATION AT AUGUSTA.
gc~s,totod pracu IN thu CtOp

National Associated Press 10 the Star.
AUGUSTA, Jan. 6-There has been re.
markable change in public sentiment since
yesterday morning. The Republicans then
we're jubilant while the Fusionists were in
clined the other wav. Letters and dis
patches poured in all day yesterday from
different portions of State cUndcmning
the decision Of the Supreme Court as con-
trary to the principles of iav, and urging
up,n the members to do their duty in ac-
cordance with the suprt me law OF the
State Constitution. 1t is alleged that the
Republicans have already made offers of
large sums OF money to the Fusionists If
they will remain away from the organiza-
tion of the Legislature. ,-..-,
MEETING AT BLAINE's HOUSE.
Mr.. Blane's house was the scene Of a
large meeting Of Republicans last night.
Messrs. Hamlin, Reed, Frye, Hale AMI a
host of others we're present. The confer
ence was long, but the strictest secrecy was
observed Tie Governor and Council yes
terday decided to refer the opinion to the
Legislature, with the returns and reports
of the Council upon the canvass, and upon
the decision Of the Legislature depends the
result .fl ieu,4
The Secretary of the present Senate, Hon.
8, w. Lane, OF this city, will call the new
Senate to order t;-hlorrow "wednesday
and call the roll as furnished him BY the
Secretary Of State. Lane Is Republican.
Mai. Gen. Chaniberlin came to town lest
night and was cl0seted with the Governor.
His determination II to preserve order at
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A STRANGE CASE.
Mysterious Death Of q Cleveland
Millionaire.
Leonard Case Dies From the Use
t Of ChlOrOfOrm.
;ational Associated Press to the Star

National Associated Press to the Star
CLEVELAND, Jan. 6.-Leonard Case, an
old resident of this city, worth some $4. 600,
600, died this morning at 2:30, aged fifty
nine. tg:sqe9.
He was bachelor and was found lying
on the floor. Near by was an upturned
saucer in which chloroform had been. He
had his clothes around him OH the a or
and probably had sat upon the bed, inhaled
the drug with his clothes over his head and
fallen. 1t is regarded as possibly case OF
suicide. Case has been always more or less
feeble. No will has been found yet. II
none is found, the property will 20 to dis
tant relatives He donated years ago a
large block to the Cleveland Library. He
was graduate Of Yale College, class Of
lS42 WE fftt B VfstfR
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CIRCLE OF CITIES.
News Notes Cleaned and Garnered BY
b.. Star Special Reporters.
COlum bus.
THREE MORE PARDoNs TO-DAY.

Thhhk mOhE ThhbONo VIVIAN
Special 10 the Star.
COLUMBUS, O., Jan. 6.-The Governor is
sued three pardons to-day: Adam Foster.
sent from Butler County in 1876 for eight
years FIR manslaughter; Philip Post, sent
from Mon gomery County this year for
two years for malicious cutting with in
tent to wound. ep
St. Louis.
eAROELoN's SOMA MAN WHO DOUBTS EDI-
SON, ETC.
Special TO the Star.
6r. LOUIS Jan. 6.-Mr. Charles A. Garce-
Ion, son of Governor Alonzo Garcelon. OF
Maine, has lived in st. Louis since 1870,
and now holds q responsible position in
the Pullman Palace Car Company. He is
thirty five years old and married.
August Guye. German citizen and we'll
known commission merchant died yester-
day at his residence.
A German named John Winters attempt
ed suicide last night by taking an overdose
of strychnine. He is not expected to get
over it.
Prof. Nipher, Of Washington University,
addressed the Academy of Science here last
night. In an interview he expressed his
hope in the electric light, but doubts Edi-
sons success II have read the recently
published accounts of Mr.. Edison's do.
ings" he said, but really am unable to
see more in the published recital than an
astute stock jobbing scheme which has
proved successful, and hardly believe that
Mr.. Edison has made many Of the state
ments attributed to him."
Indianapolis.
CAUoHTA BURGLAR-FELL DEAD-HARDING'e q
r CASE.
Special to the Star .t. .,..r t...
IkDIANAroLIs, Jan. 6.-Captain Thomas,
Of the merchants force, captured man in
the act. Of burglarizng Hunts auction
room, on East Washington street, this
morning at o'clock. He had entered By
the skylight
last evening George W. Painter. prom
inent tea merchant, while walking along
the street in front Of the Singer Sewing
Machine .Company's Office, suddenly
dropped dead of apoplexy. He leavesa wife
and two children.
A jury in the case of editor George C.
Harding, indicted for assault with intent
to kill, il being impaneled this morning.
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SENATORIAL STRIFE.
The Critical Crisis Approaching
at Columbus.
COL. N'cLURK HAS Views.
Special to the Star.


Special to the Star.
WAsHINaToN, Jan. 6.-Ool. A. 8. Nc
Clure, editor of the Worcester (O.) Repub-
lican, has been in Washington for several
days Probably no man in the State ii bet
ter informed upon the subject of Ohio poll
tics than he, and his Judgment in political
matters is generally very accurate. Con-
cerning the Senatorial question. Colonel
Mcclure said to your correspondent:
II think there is hardly any doubt but
that Garfield will be nominated. He has
acquired such strength that it will be al
most impo, sible for anv combination tn de-
feat him. Nothing in his political record can
be used to his disadvantage, except, perhaps,
his attitude upon the, protective tariff
question. His free trade tendencies are dis
tastefu! to the people Of the manufacturing
districts. If Garfield should not be nomi-
mated on the first or second ballots Ex-Sen-
ator Matthews would. think, be the most
prominent candidate. Many people in
Ohio would like to see him back In his old
place in the Senate. Ex-Governor Young
would be very acceptable us Senator to the
Republicans Of our part Of the State. He
made great many friends while Governor.
especially by his action during the railroad
riots, and the people have good deal Of
confidence in his judgment and ability"
GARFIELD THE COMING MAN.
COLUMBUS, Jan. 6-1 P. M.-Present indi-
cations go to show that Garfield is the COM
ing man. Matthews is developing some
strength, butis looked upon here by know
ing ones as being weak. Te ssaa7
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Fourth Edition.
TIL E L A T E s T
AT 1T AGAIN.
Congress Again Convenes for Bus.
mess To-Day.

National Associated Press TO the Star
WASHINGTON, Jan. o-The House was called Il
nder ut II O'Clock and the Journal Of December
lsth, 1879, was read. There was quorum Of mem
Sers present and gentlemen who were moi
tn attendance before the holidays were present
lO-day. @ f
The Committee were called for reports, and Mr.
Bcales, from the Committee on Indian Affairs
nbmitted q resolution authorizing that Com
nittee to investigate the Ute outbreak, with pow
n to send for persons and papers. Adopted.
i'r f SENATE. 2 '..
After routine business several petitions were
presented. praying for the passage of the equali
saton Of the bounty Bill. Several other peti
lions were presented.
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all hazards. A. A. Sprauler, Republican
candidate from Portland, called on Gov.
Garcelon to demand his certificate, but the
Governor was absent The Fusionists held
large meeting in one Of the halls last
night A large number of Democratic
members-elect were present.
The Fusionists will hold caucuses TO-
night for the nomination of Legislative Of
fees. The Republicans will likewise hold
caucuses tonight for a similar purpose.
GREAT EXCITEMENT PREVAILS.
The greatest excitement prevails here.
The Chief of Police has ordered the liquor
stores and bar rooms to be closed up until
after the organization of the Legislature.
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Burglars last night paid their respects
to Judge Fred w. Moore, at his residence
at Winton Place. near Chester Park. They
were heartily received by the little Judge,
who fred two shots into one Of the three
men. The wounded man was picked up by
his accomplices and spirited away before
the Judge could ascertain which way they
took. Judge Moore is sure Of having hit
the man who was in The house.
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She Took Paris Green.

Mary Shannon, single woman, about thirty
five years old, who up to last Saturday served as
domestic in Dr. c. P. Brent's residence, on West
Eighth street. left there, and some time last night
took dose Of paris green, in order to end her
life she had gone to Mrs Maher's place, No. 12S
Webb street. this morning, and when she began
to get sick DR.. Foertmeyer and another physician
were called in, only, however to be too late to do
any good. The suicide acknowledged that she
took the poison and described what kind of poison
she had taken. but she would not assign any
reason for taking the same. The Coroner was no
tilted and will hold an inquest.
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Mr.. Adolph CAMS, late member Of the
Thomas Orchestra, who severed his connec.
tion with the same to settle in New York,
left the city to-day for his new home. A
large number of his musical friends ten
dered him serenade last night at his
home, No. 46 Jacks IN street.
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Boston Ideal Opera Company.

This company is announced for week of
opera at Robinson's Opera-house, COM
mencing Monday, January 18th. pima
fore' and "Fatinilza" will be produced.
Mr.. MyroL H. Whitney, who distinguished
himself at our Musical Festivals. is a mem
ber of the company. and the others are all
artists Of the highest ability.
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SUDDEN DEATH.


Lloyd Brown Drops Dead in Street Car.
Mr.. Lloyd Brown came in to the city this
morning from his residence at Reading. Ohio. ar
riving here by the Dayton Short Line about
twenty minutes 70 II. He boarded street-car No.
20. Of the Third-street Line, and started to come
up town. -n
When the car arrived directly opposite the Sta
tion-house on Third street Mr.. Brown suddenly
dropped off the seat. The car was stopped and
he was carried into the Station. house corpse.
The Coroner was Immediately notified
Deceased was sixty years OF age and highly
respected citizen. For long time he was con-
nected with the Miami Valley Insurance Com
pany He has also served q term in the State
Legislature. 1t is supposed that his death wai
caused by heart disease
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Our Naval Cadets.
Special 10 the Etar.

BALTIMORE, Nd, Jan. 6.--Among the
graduating class Of the Cadet Midshipmen
at the Annapolis Naval Academy this year
are the following from Cincinnati and vi.
cinity: H. G. Dresely, Ohio; A. p. Nib
lack, Indiana; W. w. Buchanan, Ohio; w.
{. P. Muire, Kentucky; w. g. Stafford,
Ohio; L. Duncan, Kentucky; H. NJ. Finley
Ohio; E. w. Nash, Ohio; J. G. Brown, Ten
nessee; H. H. Bullet, Kentucky, in the
order Of merit as given. srtE.. ...
In the graduating class Of Cadet En-
gineers composed of eighteen members
W. +. C. Hasson, of Ohio, stands third
Leo G. Miner, fourth; A. o. Young, Ohio
tenth; T. w. Richard Ohio, thirteenth; G.
H. Matthews, Ohio, fifteenth.
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ohio Legislature.

National Associated Press 10 the Staf.
COLUMBUS, O., Jan. 6.-The following was INTRO
duoed in the House by Mr.. Eggleston-Abo Abolish'
Ing the Board,of City Commissioners Of Cincin.
nsti and reinstating the old Board Of Public
Works.
A bill was introduced in the Senate by Mr.
Striker abolishing the present Superintendent OF
The Infirmary OF Cincinnati, and providing for q
new Board Of three Directors to be appointed by
the Mayor.
By Mr. V0ight-Providing for the election Of q
Comptroller of Cincinnati and abolishing the
pYesent Office of Auditor.
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Grand Jury for January.

The following gentlemen were sworn in a. the
Grand Jurors for the month Of January by Judge
Moore to-day: L. schone. ]. @. Finn, Charles B.
schaffer, VIM. Sheridan. Frank Foote, Thomas H.
Curd, Andrew Mcdonald, Martin Fischer. ]. H.
Peters, Ed. Schlotman, John Critchell Thomas
and Frances Ferry, foreman. The Grand Jury al
once proceeded to their room to hear testimony.
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City Commissioner.

The Clerk was instructed To advertise for propo-
sails for the improvement Of Zigzag avenue. from
Straight street TO Fairview avenue.
An extension Of time was asked for repairing
the plank walks on Harrison Pike, fremont street
and Oak street. Referred to the Engineer.
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The Deacon and His Wicked Partners.

The Deacon and His Wicked Partners.
The case against Deacon Richard Smith
was brought up in the Police Court thi!
morning and set for hearing next Thursday
afternoon at 2 o'clock. Col. Wappensteir
has sworn out q warrant sgainst Doc Jones
one of the wicked partners Of the Ga.
zette, for writing the alleged libelous inter
view published in the Gazette. The "doc
tor has not yet been captured, and it i!
thought he has gone to Canada.
About l O'Clock this afternoon Doc
surrendered himself at Nintb.street Sta
ton, and was at once released on his recog
nizance.
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RAGING RIVERS.
High Waters Reported From All Points
Of the Compass.

Special to the Star. 4sr,.,s -alv...-s.. .l-s.g
INpIANAPoLIs, Jan. 6.--White River is on
high, and rising waters are reported from
Broad Ripple and Psgue's Run. The trains
on the B., g., O. b B. Narrow-gauge Road
have been abandoned till further notice.
The water entirely surrounds the Atlas
Works.
Information coming in, reports that
Lower Indiana is inundated with water.
Fears are entertained that the railroad
bridges will not be able to stand the pres
sure Of the wonderful rise In the rivers and
streams. tt,s.-5 .. .... ..... .....-.
LAFAYETTE, IND, Jan. 6-The Wabash
River is out Of its banks, and within q few
feet of the point marking the highest wa
ter mark ever known here. a.,
COLUMBUS. IND, Jan. 6-Driftwood is
very high at this point and still rising.
The Driftwood Valley Turnpike is a good
part under water, and travel almost sus-
pended. Many families in the low bottoms
are moving out on to higher grounds for
safety. w. G. Wheat & Wright Bros. have
moved their stored lard out of their
slaughter house on the river, for safety.
Great damage to railroad and other prop.
erty is feared.
GRAND RAPIDS, Jan. 6.-Saturday and
Sundays rain took off all the snow and
caused great damage by food and ice. All
the railroads in this vicinity suffered by
bridges being washed away or damaged.
The loss is roughly estimated at $50, 600.
| Special to the star.
BosroN, KY, Jan. 6.--There has been a
steady rain here for three days Licking
River is higher than it has been for fifteen
years. The Licking River Mining and
Lumber Company have their boom secure
ly fastened, and will receive over 10000
logs by this rise.
ST. LOUIS, Jan. CA heavy rain-storm
has prevailed throughout this city, washing
away culverts and flooding houses in the
western portion Of the city and creating
damage to the extent of $1,000. ,.,
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The three-year-old daughter Of Joseph
HarSerth. who was so badly burned about
three weeks ago, died last night about 8
clock.
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F., Graham, residing at No. 147 John
street, had an overcoat valued at $25 stolen
from him this morning about7 o'clock.
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R. CkCorbly, of Clermont County,
was bound over to the Grand Jury by Com
missioner Hooper to-day in the SUM Of
$500. ON the charge Of making false af'da-
VT TO pension papers *a s
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All Hopes Of Her Recovery
Abandoned.
De Lesseps and His Ditch
at Panama.
Bouncing Correspondents in Central
Asia. i..t
italy.
DEMANDS FOR PETERS PENCE.

-
tions to the Bishops and other collectors of
Peters pence to forward what they may
have on hand, as the large calls upon his
resources arising from the hardness OF times
have left him without means Of satisfying
further demands. All the receipts of 1879
have been already spent in assisting schools,
the poor churches, aims and the restoration
OF Ecclesiastical art. e..f
STRIKES AND RIOTS. a.r.
ROME, Jan. 6-Strikes and riots bave &C.
Cured at Turin, Legrano and Cartona.
I.4 .- Russia. .s
THE DYING EMPRESS. ..-.
LONDON, Jan. ga dispatch from Cannes
announces that the Czarina of Russia, who
is still sojourning there for the benefit Of
her health. is worse, and that her friends
have abandoned all hopes of her ultimate
recovery. The maiden name of the Czarina
was Maria Alexandrovna. She is a daugh-
ter of the Grand Duke of Hesse- Darmstadt,
was born in 1924 and married to Alexander
II in 1S41. ...s
1t was reported to be wholly love
match, but during the last few years it re-
suited in unhappiness and modification
to the Empress. The repeated and almost
constant disregard on the part of the En-
peror of his marital obligations long age
created an impossible gulf between them
and the resulting mental anxiety is be
lieved to have laid the foundation for the
inexplicable disease of which the Empires.
is slowly dying. .ff
.,. BOUNCING CORRESPONDENTS. sifFs
LONDON, Jan. GA dispatch to thu
Daily News says that its correspondent with
the Russian Central Asia army has beer
expelled, and that only two Russian CORES
pondents remain. So ae-.l
Spanish America.
DE LEssEPs AT PANAMA.
PANAMA, Jan. GA State banquet wa
given here in honor Of De Lesseps and wife
One hundred and fifty guests were present
among them the officers Of French man
of-war sent up expressly from Callao 10 d.
honor and give the moral support of th'
French Government to De Lesseps in hi
canal enterprises. .s. +
De Lesseps' engineer corps started yester
day for final survey of the canal route
Colonel Totten, the American engineer VIII,
endorsed De Lesseps' project at the Pari
Congress last year, and who came to Pana
ma to meet him, will leave in few days
He has been designated Honorary En-
gineer Of the Canal of Obagres. but tn,
only American engineer to be employed
upon it is Mr.. Wright. Mr.. Drocks, tn,
famous Amsterdam engineer, who appear
to have chief'charge of the work, will prob
ably propose great sluice and dam q
Matachin, and then subsidiary cana
Strengthening the Chagres River.
DEFYIKG UNCLE SAM.
The Star and Herald, in an article on tn,
action Of the U. 8. Congress concerning th'
canal, says there are only two things to b
considered in connection with the enter
prise, namely, the money to build til,
canal and the local consent Of the Govern
ment OF New Grenada. The assumption o
any control over the matter by the United
States is arrogant and outrageous
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In hrias.

National Associated Press to the staE
NEW YORK, Jan. 6-Lombard 4 Ayres' OIL
works were almost entirely destroyed by fire TO-
day. Two men were dangerously burned.
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Miss Aline Rice, Of New Orleans, Is In
the city, the guest Of Mira Charles JacJb, Jr.
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New York Stock Report

The following shows the range of quotations
and the amount of sales to-day at the New YOrl
Stock Exchange. as received by Lea, Sterrett& Co.
28 West Third street: .F - tfG
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Death Of DR.. Walcett.
National Associated Pres to the Star.
MILWAUKEE, Jan. 6-Surgeon General
Erastus B. Walcott, one of the most eua-
inent physicians in the State, died iast
night Of pneumonia, aged seventy-six.
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HEUCK'S OPERA-HOUSE.

nv PARTICULAR NOTICE - The eminent
comedian Mr. FRANK s. CHANFKAU, being
unavoidably detained by the fog in Portsmouth,
Ohio, last night, has arrived, and will positively
appear TONIGHT in the greatest of all Ameri-
can dramas,
* i IT ! TIL Ee1XRIRA ARKANsAs
Admission Is. 6 and soc.
Reserved seats at Perry & Mortons. 162 Vine st
Mainees Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday
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COMPLAINTS OF CANAL BOATMEN.

The canal boatmen complain bitterly of what
thew claim to be an imposition upon them on the
are Obliged TO submit to outrageous exactIOns for
fhe insnring of their cargoes. The insurance com
NAMES charge the hOatmen at the rate OF 20 cents
on 800. which Is equivalent to about $50 on a
boat-load of wheat to New-York. Out of this the
agents pay the grain receivers from SO TO SO rebate
on each boat-load of Tn or wheat. This system
It is claimed is doing great injury to the coTmerce
of the canals by keeping up freights and thus pre-
venting. to considerable extent, successful ccm-
petition with the railroads.
A monument merchant, in speaking of this matter
Yesterday. said that no place was more deeply
interested in the success of the canals than Buffalo,
but the exactions of the insurance companies ana
the high rates charged for handling grain by the
elevator interests we're doing mere 10 break up
the canal traffic than anything else.