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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1883-06-23
TIE BEDFORD F4RMERS' CLUB.
LADIES' DAY CELEBRATED on TIE GROUNDS OF
j. II. GREEN Al KATONAH.

LADIES DAY CELEBRATED on TIE GROUNDS OF
J. II. GREEN Al KAToNAH.
Ladies' Day. Of the Bedford Farmers
Club ID principal social incident OF tho summer sea
son in Westchester County During the winter, since
1882 monthly meetings have been held. forhyesucces-
siyc years the flowers and strawberries ana warm
weather toilets has been celebrated by day or neigh
horny Intercourse on the lawn j. H. Greon, whose
estate IA about two and half miles from the KatOnah
railway station The nominal object Is TO compare
notes small fruits early vegetables anu the trophies
OF Horticulture but tho OF the success OF
these gatherings is the fact that such horny handed
sons OF toll as John JAY Robert Hoe. Collector
Robertson and others whose broad acres arc conVen
enty near, delight in giving the ladies OF the vicinity
a horticultural opportunity TO see and pc seon
The picture on Mr. Green's lawn yesterday combined
the pastoral and picturesque In nature with the highest
rennements OF urban life. long, treeshaded lane
leads from the highway to the grounds, several hasS
brightly contrasting with the environment Oh sIeon'
In the centre FLASHING fountain, with bees ana batter
flies and hummiug oirds, the sound OF beat-
ing lambs near by, remarkable goat that
has acquired appetite for strawborres and cream Two
long under the Tor the exhibits OF ne sAo"
and back OF ALL at the head Of the lawn, the Oldiash
Toned broad yerandaed home This the pic
ture before the arrival OF the guests and when they
began gather early IN the afternoon the lIea Oh ou
time hostay vac Spg an5 Y Ss Wife and their
daughter, Mrs $. L. Maurice, who ala the houofS Win
"a charming grace. g.. -. -, a..
There we're people present than last year. hut tho
display owing tue backwardness OF tue season was
moi so large except In Sberres whcn were unc0m
manly large and luscious The oluD sixty mem
bers6 said Mr. Green, and many more deadhead-,
bat they are all welcome here" Among those
present were Collector and Mrs. Robertson, Mrs.
John Jaw Robert Hoe, Mr.. aud Mrs. II. r. Pellew Mr..
and Mrs James Wood the Rev. aud Mrs J. H. Eastman,
tine Rev. DR.. and Mrs Wheatley, Mrs. Richard Louns
berry the Rev. Mr. Luqnere and mis- wife, NJ. W. FISH,
DR. Lewis, J. II. Trowbridgee, Edwin Raymond,
Knapp, William N. Todd, Joel Marble Mrs Joseph
~. fIa Rey A. Meade
Cromwell, County Treasurer, and Supervisor John
Holmes, OF Lewlsboro. ,-., ...,.
After the general committees had completed thslr
labOTs President Peew made brief address In when nc
expressed pleasure at finding Farmer Green ID gooa
health and the remarkable strawberry eating goat
o,nger than ever Letters OF regret were read from
peter HendersOnF g. 1hurber and Henry Ward Beeoher.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1883-06-23
NEW-JsRSEY REVENUE DISTRICTS.
THE MIDDLE DISTRICT TO BE ABOLIsHED-PATRoN
~ THE

THE MIDDLE DISTRICT TO BE NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
AGE IL TIE STATE.
TRENTON, n. j., June 22.-The proposed
consolidation Of districts in Eew-Jersey be-
gins 10 attract attention here, and the rumor OF
pan said TO under consideration at Washington pro-
yokes comment. This scheme Is said TO be the abolish
ent OF the middle district OF which Culver Barcaow Is
Collector its division between the Northern and South
,rn Districts the removal Of Il. Il. Hathorn OF tho
present Northern District and the appointment OF Mr.
Barcaow in his stead. The Southern District would it Is
said remain under the charge OF the present Collector
w p Tatem 1t is asserted that the plan has the Dene
III OF Senator sewes advocacy. while its antagonists
arc hOpng Secretary may be Induced
TO OPPOSE IT, The argument used against the plan IL that
Mr. 'Rarcalow while an efficient collector, Is widely
known rs identified with the Penns yyana Railroad Com
many and that he IL in fact their legislative agent at
Trenton. II is alleged that IN state where anti
monopoly" so-caed has "a powerful following The Sc
lection OF a noted railroad agent Tor political position
of such prominence would be "A fatal party mistake IL
ia a.o claimed that Collector HathOrn OF the Newark
District shOnd be retained he is equally efficient.
TIE advocates Of the plan base their claims fQf Mr.
BarcaIow on his party service his ability and familiarity
with State affairs :
The patronage OF the Administration IN NewJersey Is
NOT great and the Federal offices Led by citizens OF the
state have ia proportion II II said than those
OF any other State having representative IN the Cab
net Secretary FrelinghUysen h known IN Ncw-JeIhey
10 have an version 10 Ohceseekers ana the patronage
most exclusively. Thus far his appointments have not
been contested to any considerable extent but the con-
the revenue districts III the pan suggested
WOud be likely 10 provoke some warfare.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1883-06-23
FUNERAL OF CHARLES BACKUS.

The room in which the body of the late Charles
Bsckus lay throughout yesterday was one mass OF
floral tributes sent by sympathizng friends one
largo design composed entirely of white lilies, which
was sent by Mr.. and Mrs. Pastor was
placed at the head of the cofir. Many
letters and kilograms condong with the family
ON their loss were received throughout the day from
all parts of the country Albert Backus' brother
of the deceased man. arrived in the morning from
Rochester. At about o'clock the funeral services
we're begun by tho Rev. Francis NJ. McAlllster; or
Elizabeth n j., who had been much with MI
Backns during his last illness. The services were
Conducted according to Masonic rites. and the body
was afterward accom- panied by the Amity Lodge, T.
and A. M,of which Mr.. Backus was member to the
$40 n M train TO Rochester where II Will be M
tered to-day in the family vault in Mount Hope
Cemetery. 80, 49,,
Only invited guests were present at the services
among them being William Birch. Frank D1mont,
Arthur Moreland aud William Stanton, OF the San
Francisco Minstres. The remains were accom-
panied % Rochester by Mrs. Backus and her
tended her son-inlsw devotedly through bis illness
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1883-06-23
M1RRIED-

DISCRIMINATING "wednesday. June 20, At So
Patrick's Cathedral. by the Very Rev. William Qnun,
VcarGeneral Charles J. essman, OF Dayton, Ohio, %
Margaret A. Dalton. OF this city.
JEWETT-WALLING.-At Keyp0rt, n. J.. on the 2lst
inst by the Rev. j. X. Manning Texana Wang ef Key
port TO Daniel VI. Jewett, Of New York.
LEECH-ROBINSON.-At the residence Of the brides
parents Brooklyn. Thursday, June Il. by the Rev.
Richard 5. Sors ID. D. Mr.. John t. Leech 10 harIlst
Woodruff, daughter Of j. p. Robinson esq.
LOMBARD-COOK.-0n Thursday, June II, az the Church
the Redeemer Brighton staten Island by the key
Dr. Farley of brooklyn Caroline. daughter OF George II.
Cook New.Yor, DR.. Warren p. Lombard OF Boston
Mass.
MORSE-VAN Coffin Brooklyn June 81 1888 by tho
Rev Henry II. stebbns and the Rev Richard = storfs,
D. d., Richard Z. Morse. OF Neg-GOrk 10 Jennie LIE
daughter OF Joshua ". Van Colt. No cards.
sHOTWELL-MO RRIs-on Wednesday, june 90 BY the
Rev. Hubbel. Lottie f., daughter OF Benjamin DE r.
and the Charlotte w. Norris Of Danbury, Conn, to
Norman r. shOtwel. Of Newark n. j.
WILLIS-DOOLEY.-On wednesday, June 90 at the resi-
dence brides mother, 5IS CintOust Brookiyn W
the Rev DR. A. Lyman Robert r. Willis OF Springfield.
Ohio Carrie OF the late Greenfield Dooey esd
All notices Of marriages must be Endorsed tcih JaH
name aid address
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1883-06-23
RAILWAY INTELLIGENCE.
REDUCING wEsT-BOUND FREIGHT RATES:
A FIFTH CLASS CREATED ON ACCOUNT OF NEW RAIL
AND WATER COMPETITION.

REDUCING wEsT-BOUND FREIGHT RATES:
FIFTH CLASS CREATED ON ACCOUNT OF NEW RAIL
AND WATER COMPETITION.
An important reduction in the rates on the
principal articles included in the lowest class OF
west-bound freights was announced yesterday
The Executive Committee OF the trunk lines met
and voted to place syrups molasses railroad ana
pig iron, salt and number OF other priced articles
in special fifth class which the rate was hxed on
basis OF % cents per 100 pounds from New-Iork 10
Chicago. These articles have been In the fourth GLASS;
under rate Of 35 cents per 100 pounds. They const
tue the bulk Of the tonnage heretofore shipped under
fourth-cass rates The fourth class s still maintained
for variety Of articles that are not shipped to great
extent The new rates for the fifth class go into eject
Immediately
Two important reasons assigned for the reduc-
ton in rates. One is the competition OF new water
route opened from Boston, and the other Is
the cutting under the tariff rates which has been
charged against the Delaware Lackawanna and west
ern and the Erie roads. The former road has heen
carrying large amount OF lowgrade freight since IL
openedits line TO Buffalo, and It's gains were at the ex
pense OF the Erie, which usually carries most OF the
west-bound fourth-cass freight In self-defence
the Erie has been compelled to meet the
low rates made by the Lackawanna. The competition
Of the waterroute has besn mainly felt by the Boston
and Albany and the reduction Yesterday was made a
its demand For several years there has been line OF
the lakes running from ogdensburg to Ch-
cago. The small size OF the boats however,
has limited the tonnage Of this line and for about
five years It's business has been compare
lively insignificant. With tho enlargement OF
the welland Canal largesized steamers have
put into service by the company. which s closely
identified with the Rome. Watertown and OgdensDnrg
Railroad In connection with the Boston and Lowell
and the Central Vermont Railroad systems, this water
route has, since the opening OF navigation done
most OF the through west-bound business
on sugar and other lowclass merchandise OUT OF
Boston. The line being in the pool the Boston ana
Albany found itself unable TO compete with us rival at
the tarih rates
The recent meeting OF the trunk line presidents mp.
pears TO have resulted simply in pOstponnB an open
outbreak OF n railroad war. The situation, IL -
unders oOd changed and or less cutting OF
rates continues Within the last few DAYS suspicious
OF heavy provision rates by the Erie have been
engendered by that the shipments OF provisions
out OF Chicago have been much heavier by the Erie
than by the NewYOrk CentraPs route. The Erie also
bringing INTO New-York more grain than the W-1ofk
Central although the usual OF that tralic Is
largely TO the advantage OF the Central
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1883-06-23
GRoU1D1ESS RUMORS OF a Tragedy

THEATRICAL CIRCLES EXCITED BY STORY THAT
Mr.. STUART HAD SHOT MISS BARLOW.
Everett Stuart, at present acting as manager
ut the Cosmopolitan Theatre, is well known TO the pro-
fesson He is the husband Of Maude Branscombe, and
has filed so many positions OF Importance
with different companies that his sturdy figure
and slightly rolling walk. reminiscent OF the
quarter deck from which he stepped to enter
the theatrical profession familiar to ninetenths OF
those interested In dramatic matters 1t is not to be
wondered at then, that there was considerable excite
ment around one of the few theatres uptown whose
doors still when the report gained ground that
Everett Stuart had shot Miss Billy Barlow on Thursday
afternoon and that lady lying at the point Of
death.
An investigation made by TRIBUNE reporter showed
that the not altogether true but the facts
which led 10 It's circulation interesting Miss Barlow
arrived here time ago from England and while APP
pearng the various comic operas conducted under
DOyy Cartes management, captured the hearts oil the
young men who night after night sought sustonance
heads Of their and stared at the stage
from the front row orchestra For some time she
hnd Mr. Stuart have occupied apartments ThrIysixth
st.. and the latter has to his great annoyance been
accosted by policemen while returning home
from his duties late at night. On making
D complaint at the police station be was
told that his landladys object OF suspicion to
the police, who were, therefore. watching the mouse
for doing This seems TO have burt the Iee
ngs ofthe man whom the police have ther eye on;
and he rushed Thursday into Mr. stuarts room ana
smOte him violently with CLUB Inc WOUND ped anu
while Mr. Stuart was engaged IN Vigorously eha'tSins
whom some of the gore had spurted,
policeman She was while this excited state by
apasserby who knew her Dy sight; ne toid some one
spread till Mas Barlow eventually laid upon CORY
bier Mr. Stuart and Miss Barlow were present IN the
mOpoian aud seemed in the Dest of health except
that Mr.. stuart had little difficulty In putting Oh MS
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1883-06-23
COMMENCEMENT NOTES.

The ffth annual commencement exercises OF
81. Peter College, Jersey city were held yesterday
afternoon In the Academy Of Music IN the presence OF
large and select audience. large number OF ciegymen
and others were seated the slag among them being
Bishop Wigger, eK-COngrOssman 4. A. Hardenbcrgh.
Congressinan william McAdOo, Monsignors Doane ana
Seton the Rev. Fathers fulton. Moran, Jones Rchley
Chester. Fargs. BudTorth and hcllhinney. benjamin
Edgc, Michael Doyle, Thomas IL. Kelly aud Dr. Fender
CAST The exercises consisted Of music aud debate OF
the question "Is It advisable 10 encourage preference
for a professional calling In those who are receiving
liberal educationi" The affirmative side Of the ques-
ton was argued by John J. Heary and william J. Wall
nnd tho negative by Edward J. Hart and Joseph p
Mccormick Clifford A. Mclaughlin read an essay on
Alfred the Great" and then followed the distribution
OF prIzcs. ,,,, ,.,. .,,-.
at Rye which occupied two days. were brought % a
close last evening The entertainment consisted o9eny
Of music, instrumental aud vocal, IN which the Misses
Baird, Ransom, Clark Rea, Macy Blrdsall, snort
EOpos, Moore, DemOrest bculcer aud Brown TOOK part
a reception was given yesterday by Grammar SCHOOL
No 10, in West Thirteenth 81. at which the iooWhs
graduates received diplomas: Lester B.suyelt Peter
Andrae, Frank Leufrr Charles H. Van Natter Albert
l. Taylor, Harry Harrington, James l. Speliman' James
A Mcguire and j. .. WhitrndCk All the applicants Tor
adm the CITY College successful Adiresse
were made by Trustee Henry Dayton and inspector
In 1865 James Kelly established by the gift Of $1,000
prizes open for conpeiiuo TO the members OF the
College of the city Of NewYo one prize II gwen 20
the debater the Literary Societies The platform IN
the chapel Of the college building was occupied as even
and Werner md OF the debating sOcle-
tee Me,srs aud Wilcox The ludgrssai among the
audience question, selected BY te president oil the
Ioard OF Trustees, Stephen A. walker, was Ought a
Pension System 10 DC Established IN CONNECTION Win oar
Bntterw escr representing the Clonan society, argued
IA the Affirmative, aud H. T. Mott d. A. HAhleJ anu "" i
Feer representing the Phrenucosmian society Ia me
negative The result OF the ueDato VII DC mnuo PupiO
an com
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1883-06-23
THE STATE GUARDSMEN.
LAST DAY OF THE 71ST IN CAMP.
THE WEEK IN RETRosPEoT-INCIDENTs OF GUARD
pUTY-A SHAM BATTLE.


pUTY-A SHAM BATTLE.
fyRoM A SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT OF THE TRIBUNE.l
STATE CAMP OF INSTRUCTION, PEEKsKILL,
June 22-Tbs last full day Of the 71st Regiment in
camp has been an extremely busy one. The weather
has been comfortable and good many vsi-
tors have been here. The officers and
men almost unanimously declare that they would Ike to
remain here another week. While much has been
learned there still many points in which to the most
superficial observer the list is weak There is still far
too much familiarity between officers and men, and too
little attention to military etiquette among
the officers themselves. In thing however, is the
command so painfully deficient in the matter of guard
duty The men have painfully exhibited lack OF
proper instruction on the part OF their ocers III lhs
vital part Of soldiers education, and there has not
been 50 much Improvement there should have BEEN
The men themselves have shown willingness to learn
and the manner in which they turned out twice in
one night In response to the long roll shows that
they have the right kind of stuff In them. One guard
was found asleep his post within thirty minutes after
he relieved the previous BE was placed under
arrest and would have been dealt with TO the extreme
extent Of the military law had there not been extenuat
lug circumstances The had been down to New
York to care for his sick wife and had been without
sleep for fOryeght hours The fault really that OF
the sergeant who detailed him to do guard duty.
TheignOrance of some OF the men amusngly Illus
traed to-day. Can you tell me where can find Gen.
era wylie :" asked visitor OF private Of the list
General Wylie-General Wylie-what company does he
belong tot" the astounding reply. Another
example OF the grotesquerles OF guard duty.
A .senunel challenged the telegraph operator
and demanded the c0untersign. Il haven't got u
here, but I've got it in tent" was the reply. All
right" was the answer and he allowed to pass on
TOO much praise cannot be given TO acting Adutant
Whitney for the manner in which lie has performed his
duties and Pos-Adjutant Phlserer speaks OF him In
the most complimentary manner
Besides the regular routine to-day, the special feature
to-day the sham battle tins afternoon between Com
pany A, Captain Townsend, and Company Z, captain
Leo. The troops wen handled and, with the
exception Of the long roll nothing has been done here
which has produced such realistic Illusion OF the
life of the soldier In actual service.
1t been suggested that the sentry boxes should be
put on wheels, the several officers OF the day having
moved them abOut to suit their ideas. The line OF
sentres for the 9TH will be extended TO embrace
the parade ground. and the guard line will be moved
back tomorrow TO its former location at the head OF the
bluf.
Paymaster General Rich has arrived and Adjutant-
General Farnsworth will be here tomorrow.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1883-06-23
MISCELLANEOUS RAILROAD INTELLIGENCE.

PHILADELPHIA, June 22.-The Attorney
General has suspended the bill asking for injunction
restraining the Pennsylvania Schuylk Valley Railroad
Company from building its line Lafayetet, Norris
town PENN and has appo,Ated hearing for tomorrow,
when all parties in interest will be heard
COLUMBIA, s. c., June 22.-The Governor has APP
pointed the Hon. ID. Duncan, of Union, Railroad Com
missioner. Ex-Governor Jeter, deceased. Mr. Dun
can president of the state Agricultural and Mechanical
Society, is lawyer and thoroughly identified with the
farming interests Of tue State. Inc appointment gives
universal satisfaction.
PHILADELPHIA, June 22.-The Pennsylvania Railroad
Company informs holders Of coupons maturing July i,
1885, in series of bonds from No to 0ncusiveo OF
the Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad Conn any, that
the Pennsylvania Railroad Company WILL pursuant to
contract obligation aud by of the failure in
ment by Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad COM
pany, be prepared to purchase July at the Third
National Bank, New-York sad coupons by and under
agreements Of September 30 and October L, 1862
Boston, June 22.-Hiram NJ. Kochsberser mas been
appointed auditor OF the New-York and New-England
Railroad, vice Erastus Young, resigned.
RUTLAND, VT, June pa special meeting OF the
directors OF the Rutland Railroad Company held
to-day The meeting private and tho nature OF the
business transacted could not be ascertained.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1883-06-23
THE OHIO RIVER POOL.

Chicago, ILL.,, June 22.-Ihe railroad lines
interested in carrying freight from Chicago TO the ONO
River and Green Line points met to-day 10 consuer to
deoralzcd condition OF business In that territory
resolution TO restore rates to the tariff Of April was
passed unanimously Five of the six lines represented
agreed that the difficulties attendant upon the
maintenance OF rates between the points mentioned
could be more easily overcome by the formation OF a
traffic association than by pool pan LOT suon III
assocaton was presented by the representative OF inc
Illinois Central road and will be submitted TO the meet
n ~ General managers TO held at Clnncnnatl next
Monday when reports from committees when are COZ
sidering the same subject at Cincinnati anu LOusVho
viii also be pre sented aud considered.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1883-06-23
AN UypArRIoTYC CHINAMAM

The Chinese in New-YOrk appear more in
eresed in the pursuit OF their business than In the tax
Of war between France aud China. TO areporter who
entered a Dowery laundry yesterday Chinaman SAID
when asked what he thought Of the probability OF his
native land being involved In war:
mo timee-penty washee."
I'VE. But suppose there should be q war in China,
wouldn't you 20 there and fight for your country !"
mo muchee. Ne fool. Ne Mclean China giet
whppee alice lite Me marry, settle down. IKE German
and lhsbman yote-elect Aldermen hal mai Cnlu.
dDnt cet Wbppee me 20 back aer giet Pentee nolee.
Tne Industrious Mongolian then squirted IRON hs
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1883-06-23
e0LDPLA7ED NICKELS ron CHARHS.

BALTIMORE, June OF. r. Kelly, Secret
Service detective of the Treasury Department "hle
passing along LeIIng ons yesterday discovered In the
window Of Charles Kaisers jewery store tray contain
ing gded Scent pieces Kelly bought one as ala also
United states Deputy Marshal, pay1ng 80 cents
each for the plated nickels The officers then conhs-
Gated the balance OF the pieces and arrested Kaiser who
was taken United States ComInisboner Rogers
and held in 81 800 bail for "a hearing tomorrow
Kaiser alleges that the nickes sold US charms 10
Wa IN witch chains.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1883-06-23
1AuaASYs PLANS FOR THE FOURTH.

Ths Tammany Hall Committee on 0rganiza-
tton met last evening John Kelly announced that the
Tamany Society would celebrate the Fourth OF July in
Che large hall III the usual manner The long talk :"
win be made by W. Burke Cochran There will be
short talks by Senator Grady, f. ID. spinola Sidney
], Cowan and others Colonel Il. I. Wood, Mayor Ed
cons brother-in-aw denied the published statement
chat he had visited Albany 10 arrange an interview be-
tween Governor Cleveland and Mr. Kelly. He said that
be visited the Governor on legal business and was ac
Dempanled by Judge Westbrook.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1883-06-23
BY THE WEST SHORE TO KINGSTON.

KINGSTON, June GA party of leading
railway and New-York bankers arrived here from
NewYork this afternoon by special train on the West
Shore Railroad, coming for general hasty inspection OF
the line and brief pleasure trip. The party consisted
Howard Mansfield, Walter Katie, Henry Monett and
James E. Childs Of the West Shore Company and the
following capitalists: E. d. Adams, William Adams, NJ.
Reif c. N Jordan, Colonel II. c. Mutt, II. G. Marquand
g. Dewey, d. o. Mills, George G. Nevins, II. V. New
comb H. K McHarg Jesse seigman, James seigman,
Bryce Gray Henry Willard, G. Mills, J.JMcCook, Colonel
Charles Wynne Finch, l. w. Lille, William Bond, VIII
lam Henry Smith, George B. Greer, John McGinns jr,
H. NJ Alexander and Alexander Taylor General salts
faction expressed with the road, and all were mighty
pleased with the scenery along the route. The train
sisted of elegant directors and fine SMOKER
the former provided with full dining facilities similar TO
those to be used the regular express trains the
party returned to NewYork by way OF the Waikiki val
ley branch at $3.50 p. Four trans each way daily
will be run from here and after Monday next.