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The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1882-02-04
Belief That He Wilt Not Have to Be
Hanged-Judge Cox to Dispose of the

Corpse.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 2-Guiteau is begin
ming to show much nervousness and irrita-
bility. He is suffering from a severe cold
which has infiamed his eyes. One of the
Jail officials says he would not be surprised
if Guiteau did not live to be hanged.
John w. Guiteau last evening spent an
hour in his brothers cell in company with
Warden Crocker. The prisoner became very
much excited and denounced his brother
and Scoville.
John w. Guiteau, in a card to the public
disavows all knowledge of the proposed ex-
hibition of his brothers body and says,
whether his brother dies by legal process or
in an Insane Asylum. the body will De dis
posed of in manner that will not offend
public decency.
In view of the recent propositions to make
a public spectacle of Guiteau's remains,
though highly probable, JUDGE Cox will ex-
ercise the discretion given him by the Re-
tenee the disposition of the body.
Scoville pronounces the story that Mrs.
Scoville is insane as false. He says she is
naturally under high state of excitement,
but her mind is entirely sound. He also
| declares the story of her having raised a row
in the Daniels House. Chicago, as false; that
| it was made out of whole cloth. He de-
| clares there is not a word of truth in it. He
and other relatives of Guiteau have no doubt
the body of the assassin will be delivered to
them after the execution. He appears to re-
gard favorably the proposition to exhibit the
body of the assassin. but John Guiteau de
nounces it, and says it shall not be done
Scoville has expended his means in th'
trial, and it is said he would not object tt
being reimbursed by the sale OF the body IL
case Guiteau Is executed. :.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1882-02-04

The horses in Jennings County are rapidly
dying off, and number of farmers from that
section report that their cattle are dying
from the same disease or something similar.
The strange feature of the cattle plague, or
whatever it is, is that 1t is only the good cat
tie, or those fed for market, that 80 far have
been the victims. Farmers are alarmed.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1882-02-04
CORRESPONDENCE.

Correspondents will please AXE their communi-
cations as brief and concise possible Owing to
limited space, We are frequently compelled leave
out matter that we would like TO publish, but eau
not Tor want Of space. All letters outside of In
dianap 1iis should resch as Thursday. ALI commu-
nicstions written on both sides Of the pApsr will be
refused.
The Indianapolis leader. (Indianapolis, Ind.) 1879-1890, 1882-02-04

anxious to have my character aud inspiration vim
dicated. 70 that end need help Is herein men
toned. My friends need not be ashamed of me.
Some people think me greatsnan atthis age, aud
that my name will go down TO history as patriot
by the side of Washington and Grant.
CHARLES j. GuIrE4U,
United States Jail.
Washington, ID. G., January Z6. 1882
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1882-10-31
A TALK WITH Mr.. ABBEY.

A TRIBUNE reporter saw Mr.. Abbey at the Grand
Opera House after the fire was out. The manager
appeared calm. and was quietly cOnversing with
some of his employees and giving directions in re-
gard to the Arrangements for exchanging tickets
for the performances of Mrs. Lang,ry next week.
How does this fire affect your prospects for Mrs.
Langtry's season " asked the reporter.
a. do not think that it will do any harm. We
are very sorry 10 disappoint the public but pre-.
sumo every one will see that We cannot help it,"
What do you lose 7"
Pretty much everything In the interior of
the theatre was mine. l put in the chairs.
the box-hangings the scenery the proper
ties, etc. l had lately fitted up my own private
Office at a cost of $1,000, and l think
il was the haudsOmest theatre office in the
couutrv. Ny losses will amount in all
including a very large and fine wardrobe, to about
500. 600 | was insured for $4,000. Two years
ago thought of doubling the amount but the rates
on theatrical property were So high that | aban-
doned the idea"
Have you spent much in altering and repairing
the house p
Yes; expended go 900 year ago. and $4,000
this year. b. the way. you might make a note of
the fact that a great many manuscript plays have
probably been destroyed; but | don't grieye much
over them"
What arrangements have you made for Mrs.
Langtry's performances 7
/" She will open on Monday evening next at the
Grand Opera House. Mr.. Florence has kindly con-
sened 10 give up his time there l. of course, pay
ing the salaries OF his company. have telegraphed
10 MI jefferson. who was to follow Mr.. Florence,
and | think he will consent to give me his time.
Mrs Langtry will therefore. have four weeks III
this city instead Of two AT any rate she will have
two weeks at the Grand Opera House.
have made arrangements to give
20 all persons who have bought
seats for the first week at the Park-fortunately
there were none bought for the second-correspond-
ing seats in the Grand Opera House for each night.
Many viii thus get better seats than they would
have had az tue Park"
"Were you in the theatre when the fire broke
out :"
"No; had been down town to buy chandelier
which was TO be put into my Office. You know had
arranged 10 have that used as a ladies' retiring
room during Mrs. Langtry's engagement. When
was returning from that eIrand / the
smoke. and IN q moment knew what
was wrong. In company with Marcus Mayer, my
business agent for Mrs. Langry ran to the theatre
and endeavored 10 enter It, but was driven back by
smoke and flames l retreated TO the street and
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1882-10-31

which resolution was adopted fsyoring system of
land nation aud the substitution OF land TAX
for the payment OF rent.
Tuns dispatch says that the remains OF the late
Bey were inferred yesterday with imposing ceremonies
The foreign representatives the French military author
ties and an escort OF troops were present.
The Times says that q wealthy resident Of the High
lands of Scotland has by telegraph offered to pay all the
Of rent of the crofters Of and OF skye IL
Is hoped that the necessity OF sending troops execute
writs Will thus be averted
HONOLULU, Oct. 22,-Mr. Gibson Prime Minister has
just issued proclamation that the coronation viii take
place February IL next There is a good deal Of
preparation making for the notable event.
The incoming sugar crops now estimated at loOOOoOOO
pounds.
PAXTON Peru, Oct. 20.-A revolutionary movement
took place at Perera the capital Of the department last
night owing to the extorons practced by the project
aud subprefoct In exactng contributions and taxes IN
advance from natives and foreigners Three foreigners
imprisoned for refusing submit, but were re-
leased to-day. The prefect and subprefect escaped
HAVANA, Oct. 30Measures for the relief Of the peo
pie who suffered by the cyclone In the Vuelts Abajo
gon continue TO be taken by the Government and the
public The GOvernor-General has exempted the SUI
ferers from payment OF arrears taxes and has prom
ised To propose that the Home Government declare san
Cayetalo, the northern Of the Vuclta ADalo,
port open TO foreign commerce.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1882-10-31

hail. One employe of the house had not been seen
ND to late hour last night and 1t was feared ne
perished in the fire; all other known occupants u
the building were accounted for.
The fremen, of whom there were three relays
present at the fire. though quick in their response W
a tardv summons. soon found that nothing could DC
done to save the theatre building, and they gave
their efforts to the Broadway buholhsS,
20 which the flames had been commuhlca'eu
before the roof OF the theatre fell IN. Inc si"'
apprehensions were felt that the hlgh WaiIS -, '-
theatre which overtopped the surrounulhg
tventv.6ve or fifty feet. would fall and crush the
latter. The theatre was burned out TO noio"
she'll inside of an hour aud long oelolo
that time the east walls were cracked aud Duigihg
Overwhelmingly. Orders were given that the Broad
way doors be kept closed and no one be permitted
IN oenter them. and all persons except fremen were
excluded from Twenty-secoDd-st. But the Wills
did not fall and only the top Of the east wall was
thrown over to protect the dwelling wnlch
ii threatened and which had already been deserted
The roof and upper story Of the Broadway ou''u
ing were completely destroyed and the offices anu
storerooms below deluged with water. The total
loss was in the neghborhood of S2OO,OOO.
The fire will cause a pOstponement OF Mrs. Lang
trys appearance for only one week. Ire Urahu
Opera House is also under Mr. Abbey S manage
ment. and there her season will begin next Monday
evening. Tickets purchased for this week
at the Park Theatre viii be exchanged
for corresponding evening of next week at the
Grand Opera House and an effort will be made 10
give seats with the same relative position.
Just before the fire broke out Z. e. Gilmore en-
tered Budd's furnishing goods shop at broadway
and Twenty ty-fourth-st. He wanted whlte lie anu
was hesitatng between square and pointed enHs'
bo
said Mrs. Langtry-"
Just then there was rush in the street ana sonic
body cried that the Park Theatre was on fire.
eft can't bei Inst LETT there said Mr.. Gilmore.
Then he TO the door and saw the names bursting
through the roof. ,,,, /. -
marked as he gazed pensIvely out OF the door. lie
did not buy the white tie.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1882-10-31
TIE SCENE IN THE THEATRE.

About 4:35 D. H. a TRIBUNE reporter was talking
with w, W. Tiotson Mr. Aboey's business mana
GER in his Office on the second floor ot the Broadway
side of the theatre. Suddenly a cry rang through
the building--a woman's volce-and second Oi
two later, James II. Paser, the house manager OF
the theatre, whose Office was on the ground hoor
burst into the room and shouted: The
theatre is on fire Get OutW The janitress had
given him the alarm The three men rushed down
the stairs and stopped for moment at the en-
trance to the parquette TO look at the scene. The
scenery had been set all ready for the first act of
An Unequal Match" and through it the flames
roared and flashed presenting a real drama of de-
structOn. The entrance from Twenty y-secOnd-st
supplied a strong draft. so that the flames spread
from the prosceuium arch into the auditorium in
vast, trrmpet-shaped volume. The fire coiled
around the boxes and put forth fiery tongues after
everything wit hin its reach. 1t at once apparent
that the building was past saving. Mr.. HLotson
after glance at the scene of destruction, went to
the box Office and tod Mr. Connor, the Young man
who was selling tickets, and H. Carpenter, the ad-
vertising agent who assisting the ticket-seler
to get out. They did so. taking the books and the
money received during the day for tickets.
Several persons were trying to secure seats when
the fire alarmed them, and they saved the
trouble. There had been a steady stream Of buyers
all dav and the majority of the seats Were sold for
the whole week. When the fire started, probably
not more than dozen or fifteen persons in the
building. Three or four stage wOrkmen were
drapng the boxes with lace curtains, and 1t is sup
posed that the fire started from of the curtains
coming in contact with gas jet. Another version
of the cause Of the fire was that one of the cyin-
dcrs used in making the calcium lights had ex
ploded This was discredited by the managers Of
the theatre, as no explosion was heard.
About ten minutes after the fire started the cylln-
ders blew up in quick succession, the loud reports
alarming the crowd in the crowd in the streets so
that they fed preciDitately. 1t was about five
minutes after the fire started when the first engines
arrived. The flames were then bursting from the
roof and from the windows on the Twentv-secOnd-
ST. side Mr.. Palser the first to send the fire
alarm which he did from the special box at the
sfage door in the theatre Another alarm was sent
from the American District Telegraph office near
bv William DOran. a stage emplOye, broke hls
leg in jumping FROM the second story the Twenty
second-st side of the building Henry Clark,
stage employe, was badly burned.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1882-10-31
MRS. LANGTRYs DISAPPOINTMENT.

The greater part of yesterday was spent by Mrs.
Langtry IN resting preparatory to her first appear
auce on the American stage in the evening. At
about l D. IN. she went to the Park Theatre to
inspect the scenes which had been set. She was
especially pleased with for the second act. She
returned to icr hotel about $50 p. IL. Dir. Abbey
was one of the first to call on her
after the fire WAS discovered From
her apartments at the AbermarIo they
had an excellent view of the flames Oscar Wilde
was one of those who were admitted to Mrs Lang
try's room He said that Mrs. Langtry showed
wonderful nerve although she was greatly dis
appointed.
While the fire was still burning Mr.. Abbey went
over TO the Fifth Avenue Hotel and after
few minutes consultation with Mr. Florence, came
back and announced to Mrs. Langtry that he had
engaged the Grand Opera House for next Mon
day This cheered her considerably. Notes ofSym-
pathv we're sent up III quick succ ssi0n TO her dur
ing the evening but she denied herself TO almost
everyone who called. q" do not care 50 much for
nv own disappointment said she. as |
do for MIR. Abbey's lose. lie has
been so generous. 1t is too bad.
am only sorry that did not lose anything. II
seems selfish" Mr. Abbey sad she did not seem to
mind her own loss at all She was much greved 70
hear that several Of the men had been hurt but she
expressed gratitude that the catastrophe had not
happened In the evening when the pres
ence of large assembly would have
precipltated a panic and great loss Of life.
Mrs Langtry was just on ihc point OF sending her
costumes over to the theatre when She heard of the
fire. distressing feature OF the evening was the
arrival every little while of handsome floral
tributes which had been prepared for presentation
10 her on the stage. Late in the evening Mrs
Langtry ordered that no cards should be
sent up to her, as she was so up
SET by the excitement and the messages OF
sympathy had became too numerous for her to at
tend TO- She ordered her carriage about p. H.,
and Mr. Abbey took "a drive with her about the
city stopping in front OF Nailacks Theatre for a
minute sheTeceIyed expressions of sympathy from
Lester " aiack and others. Mr.. Abbey was also
the recipient OF hearty hand-shakes and SYM
pathetic words wherever he went.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1882-10-31

zo.obod The scene of destruction. Suddenly re-
r,e,rbered the poor little woman who must have
been gazing upon the same scene from her windows
in the Albemarles. and so l went there
"Was Mrs Langtry much excitedP
"Not exactly; she was naturally nervous ana
terribly disappointed. But, TO tell the TRUTH she
seemed to feel more for me than for herself. She
grieved greatly at my loss"
"Did she lose her dressesW
"No she lost nothing. She lived so near by that
she had sent none of her wardrobe to the theatre.
The ladies of the company lost all the dresses which
they were to wear. Mrs. Langtry telegraphed to
her husband and her mother. She will remain
quietly IN this city until next Monday evening
when she will make the debut unfortunately
postponed
What attraction was to follow her at the ParkT
"Robson and Crane were to appear there
next in new play. The Florences were 10
follow in six weeks engagement. l had
also made an engagement with Lotta to play three
weeks in the spring; but guess thai arrangement
will he off now.'
"Have YOU any idea how the fire originated"
al do not know how it began. Some men were
at work trimming the curtains Of the private boxes
with lace, and they had lantern which may have
set the lace on fire"
"What caused the explosions"
They came from the bursting of the tanks con-
tanning gas for the calcium lights to be used on the
stage"
Will the theatre be rebuilt y
think It is not probable that it will ever be
built as a theatre. Property is too valuable in
that nelghborhOod and | heard some time ago
some talk of putting up a large store there"
" How long have you been the manager OF the
theatre -
This is the beginning OF my seventh season.
opened the house on November u, 1876. Ny lease
had year 10 run from next spring with the privi-
legc OF renewal 50 long as the building remained
thea re-"
tve you had any offers made By other mana
gers 7"
" Oh. yes; Mr. Stetson wished to make an arrange
ment with me TO take tine alternate nights with
salyIni; but | did not care TO do that. He
f6Tn fof ali f0'd the me moneS fraW might on neaH in
Mr Palmer. OF the Union Square, having no per-
formance tonight offered me tue use of MS theatre.
dad not think advisable 10 accept the kind offer,
although | expected to count up $1,000 the
number of expressions of sympathy, among them
none generous than tins telegram from John
l. Raymond, VINO Is IN Detroit"
j he telegram wnIcn blr. Abbey handed the
porter read as follows:
Henry Old boy words fail to express my grief
loss. SHOW your thorough PLUCK and rise Ihgnxlke.
God bless yOuI
Mr.. Abbey also showed tue reporter a cordial
letter Of sympathy from Manager John AcCauli. OF
tue BgOu opera Housa.
Have you thought of any plans for the future
III regard to securing new theatre to take The
place OF the Park :" asked the reporter.
No." replied lir. Abbey, it's little too soon
for hat yet"
Did you lose many valuable papers ?"
No; all my important contracts were IN the
vaults OF 4 safe deposit COMPANY; The papers lost
were small ones, which, Will simply cause little
annoyance. My books were recovered ty 8ir
Matthew'S
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1882-10-31
CANADIAN ITEMS.

LONDON. Ont, Oct. 80 Mrs. Scoville and her
Md Bertha. arrived here yesterday and are at the
Tecunseh House.
TORONTO, Oct 3O.-John J. Walsh, Jr OF the nrm OF
yan & Walsh stock brokers, OF this city, committed
iede to-day by taliag laudauum The only reason as
d for the act is he decision which the senior part
- had mace to dissolve partnership lie hrAs DOCKS
Law a balance to their credit.
MONTREAL, Oct. 3O-COnstable Green, OF the clty
noce has been arrested for aroa He was caught IN
warehouse, where fire had brokon out under su'-
niclous circumstances.
WryEPEG, Man, Oct 30-An imfoster' bearing 'ne
name OF Lord L. Somerset has been sWindIns Ao'e4S'
taiinrs and others, and has been arrested here'
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1882-10-31
THE PARK THEATRE BURNED

., ,,NcrRy,s APPEARANCE POSTPONED
rur CAUSE OF THE FIRE NOT DEFINITELY AScrn LIr
1ArNEp-RAPID SPREAD OF THE fLAMAo % ~.
ENTIRE Loss $191, ,O0o-MRs. LANdINi o,,sr ~
PEAR NEXT WEEK AT THE GRAND OPERA hO''"'
fire broke out shortly before 4;3o p IN H.
..atardov in the Park Theatre, where Mrs'
IanGtrv I0, was to appear last night for the hrs'
.;na IN this country. The flames spread WIN
sa Ureat r. rapidity, and the building was totally
destroved The loss of the manager henry
r Abbev. in scenery, costumes and 'propernes'
amounts TO 100000. His insurance was on,y
e1o 200 The fire extended TO several au,
iacent buildings. The total loss Is eSs aa tbo+
at S191. 900. Mr. Abbey has a[raIs1" ss1 ovan-
Mrs. Langtry shall appear next Monu@S '''
ing at the Grand Opera House.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1882-10-31
FRAGMENTS OF WESTERY NEWS.


AssIGN NNENT OF RoLLING-AIILL FIRM.
CINCINNATI, Oct. 3O.-The Benjamin Brothers,
prOprie ors OF rJlngml here, male Gnment to-
day. Tue bond for the assignee Is nxed at $4,000.
HAILsTORM IL ILLINOIS;
Rock ISLAND, ILL.,, Oct. 3O.-A haIlstOrm
set in here mt $3.50 this afternoon the haisOnes falling
thick aud last for ten miaues aud in many instances
Ueug as large pulets eggs.
TO FIX RATES on EASTERN EXCHANGE.
CINCINNATI, Oct. 3O.-Bankers here have
agreed to ppOiut cOmnlttce 10 tx rom tine to time
tie for selling Eastern exchange, aud have adopted
pan 10 check abuses OF the method OF collecting
checks
wOMES's HOME MISSIONARY soC1E
CINCINNATI Oct 3O.-lhe WOmen's Home
Missionary Society OF the Methodist Episcopal Church il
holding Its annual session here. Ms. Lucy c. Hayes
wife Of President Hayes Is the presiding officer, and
about 800 dele rates present.
A DISHONEST LETTERCARRIER.
ST. Louis, Oct. 3O.-Samuel LeYair, a letter
carrier bere arrested to-day for rObbng the mails
and 10 default o. 5000 bail, was committed to Jail
His plar open street routes adjoining
his own, abstract Such leters nc thought contained
money and rifle and destroy them. Money taken by
hin from decoy letters found bis person and he
confessed his guilt.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1882-10-31
TELEGR4PHIO NOTES.


DEATH RESULTING FROM INJURIES.
NORTH ADAMS Mass, Oct. 3O-)llchael Nallov
Raload on the 2st inst dsG morning age dty years
KILLED BY \ FALL DOWN \ SHAFT
PuT-rON Penn. Oct. :O.-John Camp, employed
at steuer mime fell down the shaft this morning
DEATH FROM DRINKING LYE
TROY, y. y, Oct. 3O-An infant son OF Peter
Monau OF cohoes drank cup OF ye on 9atuy AID yes;er
PROBABLY FATALLY INJURED
CoHoEs. \, l., OF 3O.-Nrs Montague, an aged
ware and adson Canal Comgarys Railroad st the Mohawk
st er9snE VII SH9 g s S4t ti and she 'us
CHARGED WITH I@TIMIDATING WITNESS.
PETERSBURG, Va, Oct. 3O.-Wiillam Henry Car
dating Government witness has beca sent on to the nied
states Court which meets at Ehond next month OT trial
WAITER FATALLY BURNED.
waiter In the dnngroo tie Wheren House at Pstts-
Clothes ns S ran ato tie Office Where the ames we're
ngdshed Dy proprietor and guests she was fatally
THROWN FROM THE TBACK BY A COW.
PETrRsBUBG. va, Oct. 3Q--Ibe northern, bound
from 'a a 9 5 o2loS4 tats n0E;ns thrown
i 5o f5"SS we're damaged No one was Injured l
ASSAULTED BY NEGRO.
CUMBERLAND, Md, Oct 30.-About dark last
fESg&&5 iESse & cas- etrHs rom a caFoa aosu sue
tom the are securing woods for Fsaer
TWO ORE MINERS BADLY KURT
Troy & n T.; Get, r 52v5.S9Tge y me- Young and James
County failing terribly iniured
seymour torn on and his Young
received compound fracture Of his Leg
INCORPO RATED AT THE STATE CAPITAL.
ALBANY Oct. 30.-Ihe following organizations
were Incorporated to-day The Union Heating Company
jamestown capital $4,000 The EQulLa1e Comms!cal
Agency. Of New-fork, eapa, $1,000 and ST Patr.eks
Chulc6 OF Harrisburg. y. Z.
BANKRUPT RELEASED FROM CVsroDY.
PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 3O.-tTrOrge Turner, the
bankrupt who arrested 10 Boston about month was
released day his promising attend the future hear
ngs and give bis Testimony before tie register in bank
rupicy.
BURGLARS JUMP FROM A TRAIN.
WOONsOCKEr. X. l., Oct. 3O-IwO Of the nen
who robbed tue drug store Of @. Il Clark Co. IN West
Bru0k held Saturday morning, discovered on Pr0vl
Geuce bound This mOrnfng on the PtOlOehce a4d
Worcester Railroad They Jumped frOm he cars near Black.
stone Mass and toOk 10 the woods ILey are nos
Oaing hunted lown and cannot possibly escape
PROTEST FROM THE BANGOR BOARD OF TRADE
BANGOR. Me, Oct 3O-Ihe Board or Trade OF
this city this afternoon concur IN the action OF he
against change In tho present system OF lighthouses Oh
TIE c0s Maine recommended that tho same temon
STRANGE be- ssfed BY sApOwues and merchants and fJf
warded TO the Secretary OF the Treasury
SWEPT OVER DAM AND DROWNED
COHOEs, n. y Oct. 3O.-.lOscph hlYel, age torty-
i've while repairing brdye 20 day fell into the C9utand
Street Canal lie carried over Ner twenty I'VE lccl
high and dropped aud was whirle along 20
dam nifty nigh, which he was oarIlti hs WIS
then rusied through Wild gorge INTO the MOhawk hny
Ills struggles Tor lie Witnessed Oy loVo peOpe ne
body has Deea recovered IA'st laafs S1S anu NV
ehildren.