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Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
The Civil Service of the State.

ALBANY, Dec. 6.-The civil service commits sion met to. day. After full discussion rules were adopted for the use of the commission. Tke rules, which are very long, provide first that all clerks, teachers and employees in State prisons, etc., shall produce certificates of good moral character which shall be sign ed by at least three reputable citizens holding no office and it shall be at the discretion of the board to publish such certificates. The examinations shall be open or secret, but shall be competitive and in the branch required for the service to be performed. Profession al examinations for physicians shall be made in the different branches when necessary and shall not be competitive. All appointments shall be made for three months and no longer a. first and then if satisfactory he may be reappointed for longer term. The commits sion also adopted rule that nothing in their action should prevent the head of the de. pertinent or commission from discharging at any time such persons as he might desire or whose services he wished to dispense with, notwithstanding their having passed the ex animation. The commission ediourhed to meet next week in New York.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
FIRE RECORD.
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A Valuable Library D4strsyed-1he Ma
 tfonaI Palace at Brussels fn Flames.
 BRUSSELS, Belgium, Dec. 6.-During the sitting of the house of representatives in the National palace the ceiling became iguited from 8 cluster of lights known as ''sun burner'' and becoming detached fell into the hall. All the deputies escaped without in jury The flames are spreading rapidly. The library of the house has been destroyed and the Senate chamber and foreign office have been badly damaged. A great throng of cit izens has gathered around the building and the military are cssistfng the police to pre- serve order. Much anxiety IS felt as to the fate of the magnificent building and the valu- ble works of art which it contains.
 The fire rapidly spread to tine adjoining buildings occupied by the various officers of the ministry and they were soon entirely de- stroyed together with their contents, includ ing the archives of the different bureaus The escape of M. Olin. minister of public works, was cut of, but he was finally rescued by the fire brigade. Several engines arrived from Antwerp too late to be of service in saving the building already on fire, but in time to prevent the further spread of She flames. Parliament will hereafter sit in the new palace of justice.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
NEW YORK.
Death of Mrs. Sidney Dillon.

NEW YORK, Dec. 6.-Mrs. Sidney Dillon, wife of the president of tho Union Pacific railroad company, diedsat her residence, No 5 West Thirty-seventh street, this morning af- ter an illness of several months. Mrs. Dill lon has been sufferer for some years. Re- gently her disease took an aggravated turn and Dr. Marion Sims a few days previous to his death was called upon to remove a large tumor. She never rallied from the effects of the operation and her death has been expect ed ever since. Mrs. Dillon, who was native of Amherst, Mass, had resided in this city for many years and had endsared herself to large circle by her noble deeds of benevo- lence and amiability. She was member of Dr. John Halls church. She leaves two daughters, who are the wives of J. D. Ripley and P. B. Wyckoff. The news of Mrs. Dillon's death caused many expressions of sorrow throughout the city and much sympathy was expressed for MT. Dillon, who throughout his wife's long illness had pa- tiently watched by her bedside.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
New Hampshire.
Samen Pleads GaiIty in Court.

Samen Pleads GaiIty in Court.
 LACoNIA, Dec. G.-Thomas Samon, the murderer of Mrs. Ford ard James Buddy and son, was to-day arraigned. When asked by the juge, "GuiIty or not guilty?" he replied very promptly and without move, "Guilty, sir." The Judge then told him that the enormity of his offense would admit of no bail and so remanded him to jail to await the convening of the Supreme court in March next. He did not appear visibly affected and seems resigned. There was no appearance of insanity. He seems we'll although he has 8 ghastly pallor in his eountenance which is very unnatural. If he lives to be brought before the Supreme court there is no doubt but he will be sentenced to be hanged. He stated again to-day that his confession as made public few days ago was the whole truth and that Mrs. Ford's death was the re- suit of accident, while desperation drove him to the murder of the Ruddys.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
MARINE LIST.
OF NEW HAVEN

sAILED-DECEMBER 6. Sch Jennie R Morse, for New York.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
Death Of Two Prominent Hartford Citk-
 

zsns Yesterday.
 MT. Alva Oatman, president of the Farm ers' and Mechanics bank of Hartford for six years past, died suddenly in New York yester- day (Thursday) morning. Mir. Oatman was in New York on business. He did not feel well when he left home on Monday, but was transacting business the day before his death At the Isle of Shoals two years since he had a slight stroke of paralysis and it is probable that another shock of a seyerer character caused his death. He was formerly mer- chant in New York and during a successful career of more than twenty years in that city WAS also vice president of the Marine bank. He was esteemed as capable business man and an honorable citizen. He was 60 years old, a native of Hartland in this State and brother of MT. Leman Oatmsn, of Hartford. MT. Oatman leaves wife and four children, two sons and two daughters. The oldest son, Richard Edward Oatman, is in the l,lm- Der business in the South, and Ava, jr., Is in New York, having accepted position in the American Exchange National bank, about month ago. The daughters live in Hartford.
 Robert s. Noyes aged 75, died at his resi-. dence on Washington street, Hartford, yes terday. He was born in England and came to this country when quite young. He fol- lowed mercantile pursuits TOT some years and finally bscame connected with the lead ing firm of Rowland. Aspinwan & Co.,, of New York and London. He resided for many years in New Orleans, and was identi- fled with it's best interests, occupying many positions of honor and trust Retiring from active business pursuits some twenty years since, he became resident of Sharon Litchfield county, where he lived in quiet and elegant retirement. Some four years since he purchased the property on Washington street known the Moseley place, which he improved and furnished in the most modern and expensive style. He was cultivated in bistastes and fond of choice and rare objects of vertu, which his large wealth allowed him to possess. Following the English practice, he purchased a few years since of the Equitable Life Insurance company of New York an annuity policy for $1OO. 900 for himself and wife, who survives him and is the only remaining relative.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
News by Telegraph FROM ALL QUARTERS. THE HOUSE COMMITTEES knOtty Problem for Speak
 CT Carlisle. THE COMMITTEES IN THE SENATE Some Jealousy Among the
 Democrats. THE SCRAMBLE FOR THE SP0ILS. A Horde of Hungry Office
 Seekers.
THE COMMITTEES IN THE SENATE
THE SCRAMBLE FOR THE SP0lLS.
THE NATIONAL CAPITAL

The House Commtttees-SpeakerC Carlisle
 Studying Up Their COmposittou-BIack-
 burn Urged For Chairman of the Ap-
 prOprfati0n Committees.
 WASHINGTON, Dec. 6.-The Speaker is &C., lively engaged in framing his committees. The two gentlemen upon whom he is said most to rely for consultation are MT. Hewitt, of New York, and MT. Morrison, of Illinois. It cannot be learned that either MT. Cox or MT. Randall has been consulted. Represen- tatiVe Buckner of Missouri, stated to 8 United Press reporter this afternoon that he had had conversation to-day with Speaker Carlisle and WAS informed that the Speaker had made list of the new members of the House which he had placed in the hands of his friends for the purpose of ascertaining the strong business points of the new men that good judgment may be exercised in the formation of the committees, and that Speak CT Carlisle said that he did not think it pos sib!e for him to announce the committees before the week after next just be- fore the holiday recess. The Kentucky del egation is urging the Speaker to place Joe Blackburn at the head of the Committee on Appropriations and it is said the matter is being made personal one by the entire dele gation. The Speaker had determined to give the position to Mir. Randall, but the Kentucky members say it would be ill grace for him to do so under the circumstances. They say that when Mir. Randall was Speak CT four years ago he ignored MT. Blackburn and refused to do anything of consequence for the delegation a whole, that MT. Blackburn exerted his best efforts for the election of Carlisle and that it would be more than ungrateful if Carlisle now passed over Blackburn to honor Randall, his opponent. Carlisle is said to have taken the question under serious consideration. An effort is be- ing made to have the Committee on Elections appointed in advance of the other House committees and it is thought probablh tEa1 the Speaker will be able to announce the committee next week.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07

tion, called the meeting to order. Hon. Fl.
 T. Merrick delivered an address of welcome, to which General Denver replied. General Rosecrans made speech promising to turn his attention in Congress to providing pen sions for the veterans. The following officers for the ensuing year were elected: General J. w. Denver, president; General M. D. Manson, first vice president; A. M. Kenady, secretary; s. V. Niles, treasurer. Resolu- lions were adopted expressing qualification at the peaceful relations with Mexico and hop ing that war between the two countries would never again be possible.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
THE OLD WORLD.
Italy.

Deputy's Assault on Secretary LoVIte 8.
 ROME, Dec. 6-Signor Lovito, under sec retary of the interior, was assaulted to-day within the precincts of the legislative cham bers by Signor Nicotera, deputy, who spat in his face and berated him for having con ferred decoration upon journalist against whom the deputy had grievance. Nicotera is one of those who, though members of the left, have joined the extreme radicals in op posing the present ministry. duel has been arranged between Signors Nicotera and Lovito in consequence of to days affair.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
MINIATURE ALMANAC.
MARRIAGES.
DEATHS.

MoNsoN-In this city, Dec, 9th, Henry H. MorSon, aged ST years.
 Notice of funeral hereafter. Register and UnicR cosy. 6EMINGwAY-tn Fair Haven East, Dec. 9th, Ann Msrin widow of the lats Augustus Hemingway, aged 51 years.
 Funeral services will be held from her late residence North Quinnipiac street, Saturday, Dec. sth, at l o'clock Interrnent will be at North BI Snford BLAKESLEE-In this city, Dec. 9th, Elizabeth Ann, widow of the late Eiram c. Elakeseeaged 69 years. Funeral services late resdence State street, Saturday, Zee. Sth, at p m. IVES In this city, 4th, Frederic IveE aged 62 years
 Funeral from his late residence 974 Orange street. Friday, Dec. 7th, at Il 8. Interment at the CentervilIe cemetery. Burial at convenience of the family. Relatives and friends are invited to attend without further notice 2t TIBBALS-In Durham. Coun Dec. 5th, Harriet Hall, wife of Samuel G. Tibbals in the 18th year of her age.
 Relatives and friends invited to attend the fune at late residence Friday at half past two o'clock. 2t
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
Indiana,
Cruel Outrage on n Girl.

Cruel Outrage on n Girl.
 MUNoIE, Dec. GA simple minded girl whose name is suppressed out of regard for her family was brutally outraged last night by seven or eight young men near Windsor, village ten miles from here. After prayer meeting one of the party took the girl in his buggy to piece of woods where the others joined him and raped the girl in turn. She was then sent home alone. The neighbor. hood is thoroughly aroused over the affair and the perpetrators will doubtless be ar rested.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
FOR HOLIDAY PRESENTS
 GO TO
 Edward EHRgel's, The Popular JeWeier on State St.

Having established the reputation of selling first Diamonds, Watches and Jewelry at prices with making my store the headquarters in this city for this 1ne of goods. More than S200 0 worth of H atches of both American and Swiss manufacture have been received during the past week which retail at wholesale prices, making them 8 per less than other house in this State can sell the line of goods for. Every Watch advertised will found in stock and warranted as represented.
 Look at Our List of Prices.
 An elegant Aluminium Gold Watch which will keep it's color, S4.
 fine Nickel stem winding and setting Watch, S4 Solid Coin Silver Watches, open face or hunting cases patent lever full jeweed movements S7 SS An extra heavy Coin Silver Hunting Case Watch, full ruby jewel1ed, $l0.
 3 oz. Coin Silver Hunting Case Waltham Watch, A3oz Coin Silver Hunting Case Elgin Watch, s1O Extra heavy open face, hGt crystal Coin Silver Railroad Watches SIP to $15.
 The latest novelties in Crystal Chatelane Watches A large line of Chatelaine Watches, from s5 to s. Ladies' Solid Gold Watches S1O.
 Ladies' Solid Gold Watches, handsomely chased and engraved, SIP to $15.
 Ladies' Solid Gold extra heavy cssed Watches, fine ruby jewelled movements, stem winder and setter, Gents Watches in Solid Gold Cases at $40, s25, s3O and upwards.
 August saltzman's celebrated fine IS kr. Gold Chronographs, Repeaters, Quarter Seconds and other complicated Watch.s in Gold and Silver Gases in large varieties.
 Our stock of Diamonds is simply immense, all mounted in the latest style of Lace Pins Ear Drops RinRs Scarf Pins, Studs, etc., comprising galaxy Of We have more than 1000 different styles of Gold Finger Rings in stock, and show the largest line of Gold Silver and plated Jewery in the city, all at prices to suit the closest buyer.
 Lemaires Opera Glaasss in Pearl, Kid and Morocco any one of which will make beautiful and accepta, ble Christmas Present.
 Cur store is open every day except Sunday until o'clock P. m.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
Other Fires.

NEW YORK, Dec. IA fire causing loss of $7 900 occurred this evening in M. J.. Herfeld's printing establishment, B Warren street. The Mutual District Telegraph com pany and the Rand Powder company sus- tsined loss of $1 ,O0o.
 LONDON, Dec. G.-Two extensive business establishments in this city were burned this evening The first was the large warehouse of Messrs Harrods in Brompton road, and the second was Ransom's engin eering wo1 ks near the river in Chelsea. The extent of the IoSses is not vet known
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07

Tine Power of Vetoing Appropriations
 WASHINGTON, Dec 6.-The joint resolution introduced by Senator Lapham to day in re- la'ion to the veto power proposes the follow iog amendment to article 1 of the constitu- ton: eff any bill is presented to the Presi- dent containing items of appropriations of money he may object to one or more of the provisions of such bill, while approving of the remainder of it's provisions. In such case he shall append to the bill at the time of signing it statement of the provisions to which he objects and he shall transmit to the house in which the bill originated copy of such objection and the provisions so objected to shall be separately considered. On discus sion if one more such provisions be ap- proved by two thirds of the members of each house the same shall be part of the law, not Withstandiug the objection of the President All the provisions ot these sections relating to bills not approved by the President shall apply in cases in which he shall withhold his approval from any provision or provisions contained in bill containing appropriations of money"
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
1ndiann,s Bid for the Conventions.

WASHINGTON, Dec, 6.-Assistant Secretary John c. New has called conference of the Republican and Democratic Congressman from Indiana to meet in his rooms at the Treasury department Saturday morning to adopt measures to secure the holding of both the Democratic and Republican national con- ventions at Indianapolis.
 Senator Harrison has written long letter pledging his personal efforts and exertions to secure the meeting of the National Republi- can convention in Indianapolis.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
TELEGRAPaIC JOTrENGs.

Prince Bismarck's health has so far i'm proved that he is able to walk about freely. He is still forbidden to ride.
 The jury in the case of Michael Allesan- dro, on trial at Hoboken, N. J., for the mur- der of Vinconzo Tartara in that city last Sep tember, yesterday rendered verdict of mur- der in the second degree and Allesandro was sentenced to Imprisonment for life.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
THE WEST.
Nebraska.

Afcaed to Death by Her Husband.
 OMAHA, Dec. 6.-Mrs. Everett, wife of a contractor, was kicked to death here to-day by her husband and his mistress. Mrs Ev- erett discovered her husband with the woman and began to upbraid him for his conduct, whereupon he attacked her, throwing her on the floor and kicking her unmercifully. Ev- erett's parameur joined in the assault and their victim received injuries which resulted n her death few hours later.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
Wisconsin.

Wealthy Farmer Murdered.
 WHITE WATER, Dec. 6.-Great excitement preViails here over the shooting of George B. Doubleday, a wealthy farmer and raiser of some of the finest live stock in the State Last night John Smith, a negro servant, after three months service demanded an increase of pay and being refused shot Doubleday in the abdomen, inficting a mortal wound. Smith fled, but was captured by posse of citizens. He is now in jail and may be lynch ed tonight
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
dMauts.
WANTED.

WANIEDs GALEsLADIEs. Apply between hours of s End - at Book Department. ,o,- |, ,-,,v,, Vi, da7 If BOGION ~ NfEA1.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
Connecticut.
Terrible Accident t New Britain.

Terrible Accident at New Britain.
 HARTFORD, Dec 6.-Bernerd Doyle, 8 lame man, aged about fifty years, while jumping from a moving train at New Britain tonight fell under the wheels and had both legs con- pletey cut of and was otherwise injured about the body. The man was carried to the depot and placed in room where his agony was terrible to behold. Doyle cannot re- cover,
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
Mflk KENT

1T SE0 AGAHN A1
 SsESSs WHOLE HOUSE, No. 500 Chapel street, $50 As per month 137 Henry street, 1st floor, hot and astA cold wster, gas furnace, etc, $16 per month O2 St. John street, first floor, rooms, $25 per month 29 Auburn street, 1st floor and barn, SIP per month Whalley avenue, second floor and small barn. s per month; part of house on Grand street, near Ferry street, with barn, S16 per menth 19G Clinton avenue, first floor, $10; second floor, $s. Four rents near Winchester Armory. Also houses OF sale In all parts of city and on easy terms
 A. M. HOLMES, ap7 69 Church Street. Room 8.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
PENNSYLVANIA.

Legislators Giving Back Their Pay.
 HARRISBURG, Dec. G.-The legislature ad journed; sine die at noon to-day and there has been great rush at the State treasury of members getting their pay certificates cashed. Some of the Democrats returned their whole pay, $1, ,87O dssmany members returned $110 each, the amount of their pay for the eleven days recess taken et the be- ginning of the season.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
Retiring omcial,s Fine Record.

WASHINGTON, Dec. G.-Sergeant-at-Arms Leedom to-day filed his bond and entered upon his duties. Colonel Hooker, his prede- csssor, turned the office over this afternoon. It is deemed quite a remarkable fact that during Colonel Rockers two years admins tration of the office there has never occurred an error in the banking transactions of the office.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
Great Britain.
Protection for the Neutrsls

Protection for the Neutrals.
 LONDON, Dec. Ct is authoritatively stat ed that Germany and Italy have accepted the invitation of England to send men of-war to Chinese waters to protect neutrals in case of war between China and France. The reply of the United States to the invitation is enx- iously awaited.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
NEW DOMINION.

Wife Killed by Her Husbands Fist.
 HAMILTON, Dec. GA terrible domestic tragedy occurred here this morning. Robert Edgar and his wife quarreled and he dealt her blow with his fist which proved fatal When her body was found it was covered with terrible bruises. Edgar has been ar- rested.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
AT,ttIa Girl Rurnea to a Crisp,

ELG1N, Ill, Dec. 6.-The nine year old daughter of L. D. Morgan, a Hampshire farmer, was playing nesz 8 bonfire to-day when her clothes caught fire and she was burned to crisp She lived several hours in great agony.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
The Rato ort rthe spoiIs Hunters

WASHINGTON, Dec. 6.-The sergeant-as- arms was besieged to-day by members who wanted money and balances of accounts The offices of the clerk and doorkeeper were also crowded by the Democratic members who wanted to learn when they could desig- nate men for positions The officers are go- ing slow in filling positions and but few ap- pointments will be made until Monday Clerk Clark says he has upward of i've hun dred applications for about thirty-fiVe posi- finOa
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
FOK KENT.


 FAFs handsouely furnished second-story iron SEsij room and bedroom within i've minutes' wal EEa;A of the college, to gentleman gentleman and wife; they especially desirable and conven tent for college professor meals be had within three four doors. Address se5 If C. q. G. thia offca
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
The Blk Fire at Constantinople.

CoNsrANT1NoPLE, Dec. G.-The fire in the Jewish quarter last night destroyed six hun dred dwellings 8 Greek church and four synagogues. A SHOW storm was prevailing at the time of the fire which added greatly to the sufferings of the people rendered homeless by the fire.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
Another Bridge Across the Niagara.

NIAGARA FALLS, Dec. 6.-An important event in the history of the Michigan Central and New York Central road was the crossing of the first engine to day on the new centi- lever bridge between the Falls and the old Suspension bridge which connects the two roads,
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
Veterans of the Mexican War.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 6.-The tenth annual re- union of the National Association of Mexican Veterans opened here at noon. There was a large assemblage of gray haired veterans from different sections of the country. Gen. eral J, ", Denver, president of the associa-
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
Lawrence Barrett in London.

LONDON, Dec. 6.-Mr. Lawrence Barrett appeared at the Princess Theater to night in G. W. Wills new play "Claudian.' He was enthusiastically received by the audience and the performance was pronounced by the crit ics to have been an unaualifel success.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-12-07
Asea Monster at Long Branch.

WAsHINGToN, Dec. 6.-Captain Green of the life saving station st Long Branch re- ports to Superintendent Kimball that hide- ous monster one hundred feet long with horns and two blow holes was seen of the beach at Long Branch few days ago. Cap tain Green closes his report with the remark, 'FThis is the truth"