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The Billings herald. [volume] (Billings, Mont.) 1882-1885, 1883-10-13
NEWS NOTES.

Max Hallstein, manufactures Of
knit goods, New York has failed for
$4,000.
ST. Julien, the great trotting horss',
has again been beaten, this timei by
Trinket.
An international forestry exhibi-
ton is to be held in Edinburgh
next year.
Rear-Admiral Joshua Sands, of
retired list of L. S. navy, is dead,
aged 80 years.
A Protective Laundrymen's AS
sociation was formed at Chicago
the other day.
Eight hundred buildings have
been burned since the commence
ment of the rebellion in Hayti.
Christine Nilsson arrived in New
York on Tuesday, looking ten years
younger than she did a year ago.
Judge J. p. Kidder, one of the
associate Judges of Supreme Court
died at St. Paul on Tuesday night.
"A conference of representatives of
unions and free trade organizations
was held at St. Louis on Tuesday.
The 74th annual meeting of the
Commissioners of Foreign Missions
assembled at Detroit on Tuesday.
Sixty thousand bushels of grain
burst Pillsbury d Hulbert's elcva-
tor at Harwood, near Fargo on Tues
dav.
The Mormon missionary at Wash
ington, ID. c., claims to have made
scventy-six recent converts, mostly
girls.
This year 37,156, 200 bushels of
wheat will be thrcsheu in Mime
sofa, about IA! bushels to each acre
| SOWn.
Letters received now from Quay
mas say that not half the truth has
been told of the ravages of yellow
fever in Mexico.
A fire in the Hanemann hospital
at Chicago, on Friday night des-
troyel $4,000 worth of property.
10 lives were lost.
1t was rumored in New York last
week that Gould and Sage were
about to enter the Oregon Trans
continental directory.
Dennis O'Connor of Chicago has
subscribed s1,62S to the parnell
fund Thn !unl is expected to
reach 4 tota! ui Sl92,OD.
The buildings of the Pittsburg
Exposition have been destroyed by
fire. Loss to the association and
exhibitors S1,O)O,O00.
At New York on Oct. 1-t, there
were sol | t,2jj,OO) two cent stamps
! 900 f,u" cent sta il - AL t),p))
/ two cent "nf".op">.
! Twenty ca. i.,a l. o, VIA; i " l'at
| from the Pa ,i,ic c.,aSj arr ,ett 4; ), j..
Paul on THcs lay, having been in
transit but eight days.
The Oregon Short Line Railway
Company has given notice oi ia
crease in its capital stock from
! "a 100000 to S125,OOO,O00.
Territorial Treasurer McNay, of
Dakota, has written u letter to Coy.
Orlway refusing to move the terri
torial treasury to Bismarck.
An organization known as Red
men is reported to have been form
! ed in Virginia with the protection
Of illicit disti!lers as its object.
Bishop CIonwert, Ire!ani, de-
nonnots aiic migration because
. he Saw, ttiat millions OF Catholics
are lost to tlas faith in y narioa.
! Suit has been com ncace.l against
Sen: tor J. p. Pones OF Nevada to
recover $4,000 alleged to be due
for taxes on sun,try aiming stocks.
: J. J. Hill has sold his interest III
! the Manitoba Southwestern railway
to the Canadian Pacific company
who will add it to their system of
railroads.
The forty fourth animal conven-
tion of the Masonic Grand Lodge OF
Illinois occurred on Tuesday. The
membership OF lodges represented
was a4,6Z7.
At Saragossa a crowd assembled
National Republican., 1883-12-26
THE CHRISTMAS MAIL.
What tho City Postonice Officials Say
OF 1t.

A stranger in Washington would have wondered
at the crowd turning the corner of Pennsylvania
avenue and Seventh street last night. The In
quiry was made by stranger, "Where are they
gong?" The answer was, "To the postoffice" A
representative of THE REPUBLICAN happened to be
passing at the time. and at took in the situa-
tion. He followed the crowd 10 the city post
ofiice, whore he found an immense throng
in two ranks making anxious inquiries for their
Christmas mail Some received large envelopes
which caused them TO smile and nude their
friends congratulate them, while those who re-
ceived small packages were the objects of commits
seraton.
The reporter called on the superintendent of
letter carriers aud made inquiry as to the number
ofletters delivered by the carriers yesterday This
answer was, ~ cannot tell at the present time
nor can / tell until tomorrow. We have the
figures, but not time to foot them up"
"Is there any increase in the mail service this
year as compared with the service this day one
year ago"
81 should think So" answered the superntend-
ent; lust look at this" pointing to three No.
mail bags; "that is what has been left over by one
carrier He and the rest of the force have not been
able to deliver all their mail matter to-day. The
public may think hard of IL, but the men have
worked diligently, and 1t was impossible for them
to deliver all the mail matter to-day"
{" What is the increase this year as compared
with that of last year." asked The REPUBLICAN,.
Fifteen or twenty per cent" replied thesuper-
intendent
National Republican., 1883-12-26
ANOTHER REASON.
A Scientific Explanation OF the Cause OF
the Redness OF the sky.

10 mo Ednor.
Tho red sky Of late, at morning and evening,
seems TO have attracted much attention. Many
have inquired what It was, and wondered what
could be the cause of such fine display of deli
ate colors in the east just before sunrise and in
the wost shortly after sunset. This beautiful
phenomenon of the delicate pink and red sky Is
not new 1t has existed since the world began
and only requires the right conditions TO be re-
produced vt any time. Like many other things
II remained for countless ages among the mex
plainnbles; so In regard to IL people have won
derod. But there Is no longer need for wonder in
this particular.
The explanation Is plainly before us II we will
but read ~ the medium Of information is nothing
moro nor less than the weather map. Heretofore
we have said much about the conditions high"
and low" "lIish' is clear, pure, heavy atmos- %
phere, with few or no clouds. Low" Is Thick,
with the moisture that is present, whereby oomos
the common description Of this, condition as
reality llght--tho heavinoss oomos from tho load
ing OF the light atmosphere with moisture.
Tho sun shining on the earth heats tho surface
and cvaporates the moisture present. BY this
process the clouds are formed. The movement Of
the wind is from the high" TO the "low." This
process frees the atmosphere Of cloud iormations;
in the region OF high nnd takes thom to low"
AS tho earth Is warm, the evaporation is continu-
ally going, so, even though the movement Of at.
Is IL rom the high to The OH
presence OF moisture; little will remain. and II
Is just this little, which Is highly rarlaed, that
produces tho beautiful aud delicate effect 80 ex-
tensiye and common Of late. We have had very
large areas OF thigh" over tho country
We look around us and above; we SEQ no evil
dcnce of evaporation, but when the sun is i'm.
mediately below the horizon, when II will
shine horizontally through the mass of light sus-
pended moisture, the delicate presence OF vapor
heretofore unnotlced Is revealed. The action OF
the suns rays Is the same as whom Illuminating a
well-iormed cloud; is an embodiment OF the
same principle, but the material is much more ex.
panded. The particles Of suspended moisture are
very ine, fow and far between, therefore the Of
feet of the light upon 1t Is moro diused and trans
parent. Under no other conditions or relations oi
the sun and earth would this be possible, but
when positive high Is passing and envelopes
us. Under these conditions this peculiar pheRom
enon will take place and at no other time.
National Republican., 1883-12-26
A HEADLEss ROOSTER.
How Long a Domestic Fowl Can Live
After His Throat Is Cut.

After His Throat IL Cut.
live rooster without a head figured in the po-
lice court proceedings yesterday. The Christmas
spectators were treated to an unusual and revolt
ing sight, that of headless rooster walking about
on the judges platform. The appearance OF the
ueck indicated that the head had been cut of
with sharp knife. as there were traces Of hard
ened blood around 1t. The bird was placed on
exhibition in an empty store on Pennsylvania
avenue, near Tenth street, last Monday by
two young men, Henry Irwin aud Ran
dolph Warwick. Mr. Key, agent for the
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty TO Animals,
passing the place, and, being attracted by the
unusual announcement of the crier at the door.
went in. Later Mr.. Key procured warrant, and
had the parties arrested. In the police court Mr..
for exhibition. He claimed that 1t was cruel to
exhibit such sight, as he thought the bird must
suffer. 1t is deprived of sight and the natural
way of feeding itself, which alone is cause of
suffering
Judge Smell remarked with emphasis that such
an exhibition was a cruel method OF obtaining
At this point the bird tried to straghten its ruff
fled feathers with the headless neck, and counsel
for the defense called attention to the fact, and
said the bird was acting naturally, which did not
indicate suffering.
Mr.. Warwick testified that he bought the rooster
II from said 1t had been alive for nearly two years
He took good care of the fowl as he valued it at
the wind-pipe opening. The cock had been a
matter of interest TO many physicians and scien-
tifc men. He gave the exhibition ON permit
issued by Mai Dye, chief of police
The court doubted whether MAJ. Dye had au-
thority to issue such permits.
The owners Of the bird claimed that the head
was cut off in Virginia by a cook, in regular culi-
nary process. The bird did not de- but flew under
the barn and remained there for several days. 1t
was then taken out and kept n curiosity.
Judge Smell imposed fine of 500 upon each of
the parties. with the remark that they could take
an appeal and test the law, If they SO desired. "If
the law Is not broad enough to cover such cases. =
he said, congress will pass another"
The fine against slrwin was remitted as 1t was
not clearly shown that that he was a partner in
the concern An appeal was noted, and the bird
kept In possession OF the agent of the Society for
the Prevention of Cruelty TO Animals. The latter
threatened to have the cock killed. '1fyou do,'
said counsel for the defense, two will sue the So
cety for 81 900"
National Republican., 1883-12-26
Ar THE OLD SOLDIERS HOME.
Tho German at Gen. sturgis's HospltsbIs
Mansion.

The spacious residence of Gen. sturgis, of tho
Soldiers home, was well filled Christnas-eve
night with the many young friends of their
daughters, Misses Ella and Mamie. Tho occasion,
an impromptu one socially, was In honor Of Miss
Mamie t. and schoolmate, Miss Lille Clements,
spend the holidays with Miss Mamics parents,
Another feature was the Introduction TO many of
the ladies and gentlemen of Washington society
West Point: Messrs. q. G. Gillette, John
COnklin. r. II. Noble o. G. Cress J. T. Knight, and
g. ID. Sturgis, IT,, OF the host who benrs very
striking resemblance to his father and all OF these
are the guests Of the general They are officers of
different ranks In the first class at tue academy,
and are highly spoken OF for their standing in the
same. Mrs. Gen. Sturgis performed the delicate
duties Of hostess with her accustomed grace and
tact. She was charmiugly attirod IN black SILK
sufah and iaeo. Miss Clements looked lovely in a
quaint Parisian costume, peculiarly adapted TO
her style of beauty, made OF surah and lace. Miss
short sleeves. Dancing formed the feature of
the evenings pleasure. which ended in q
were very handsome Among the many beautiful
figures introduced none were more Interesting
than the military figure, whore they formed line
leader, Miss Ella, moved of in double time in
column Of iours. Afier marching around the
spacious ball room wheeled iuto limo and at the
command right about face all were In position TO
past was laid, and all seemed happy with
SHADOW Of Ss old sodee hOme AMONG
those present were, Miss Lulu Rockwell, tho
Misses Maury Miss Hattie McConey, Miss slocum,
Misses Adams, the Misses Paul, Miss Leila John.
Miss Winnie Poe, Miss Ida Miller, Lieut.. Almy
U. S. Nj; Lieuts. Darlington, Guilioyle, and
Ayres, y. s. A.; Mr.. slocum, Mr.. o'Conner, Mr..
Ray, Mr.; Case, DR.. Russell, Mr. Anibal, Of the
Chilian legation, and Mr.. Don Rockwell and
many others.
National Republican., 1883-12-26
The Metropolitan Presbyterian Festival

The Christmas festival OF the Metropolitan Pres
by terian Sunday school was held last night in the
church. The children were formed in the Sun
day school room and marched In the church. The
order of exercises was as follows: singing by the
solo, Miss Alice Williams singing by the infant
class: recitation Miss l.. II. Hauke; singing by the
school. After the exhibition the children
where plentiful supply of candy aud other gifts
had been prepared, which Were presented to
them. The number of children now connected
with this school is 600. The officers are as fol-
lows Superintendent, Mr.. II. n. lie Due; assist
ant superintendent, Mr.. J.. W. Maxson; chorisier,
Mr.. Martin Van Ness; librarian, Mr.. Cavour
Bohrer; secretary, Miss ]. G. Jones. The commit
tee in charge of the exhibition was Messrs w. II.
large number of donations have been received
through this church for the Christmas club and
the poor OF tho eastern section OF the city.
National Republican., 1883-12-26
A WIG steals Her Husband,s Money,

The ticket office at the Baltimore and Ohio de-
pot was yesterday thrown into little excitement
over pulling match between man and wife.
The woman had laid her pocketbook down for
moment, and was in the act of buying ticket for
and was making off at lively gait. The woman's
cries brought Officer West ut once, who caught the
man, but finally released him on learning that he
was the husband of the woman, who the night
before had stolen all his money from him, In
amount to Sl30, and he caught her as stated, ar
ranging TO leave town. The husbands hurried
statements was listened to by large crowd, who
sympathized with him. Both husband and wife
are strangers here, and their names could not be
learned.
National Republican., 1883-12-26
NIinnehahe Lodge Good TempIars.

This hourishing and active temperance organi-
zation held its regular meeting on last evening at
Timms's hall, and although Christmas the
pleasures Of the lodge attracted a very large at
tendance, including u number of visitors from
other lodges. As usual, the numerical strength Of
the lodge was augmented by the admission of
several new members, and the reception which
followed these ceremonies was one of the most
pleasant occasions in the history OF the lodge All
ordinary business was deferred, and the good of
the order programme prese nted every number Of
which was gem, and consisted Of the following:
Piano solo by Miss T.. McCulloch recitation by
Miss Bessie Perry, of Morning Star lodge; vocal
solo by Mr.. Geo. McCauley; remarks by Mr.. NJ p.
Caldwell, G. VS.; piano solo, by Mr.. Geo, john
son, of Star of Hope lodge; remarks, by Mr. Geo.
Kelly: Quartet, by Mr.. and Mrs. Z. d. Smoot
and Mrs. and Mr. @. NJ. Cauley; remarks. by MIR.
" A. Hubbard, of Perseverance lodge; recitation,
by Mrs. NJ. A. Naylor vocal solo, BY Miss Lulu
Vaughn; remarks, by Mr.. j. @. Lee; vocal solo, by
Miss Estella Seymour reading, by MIR. A. Kali
stron; piano solo, by Mr. II. W. Smith remarks,
by Mr.. Johnson of Perseverance lodge; reading,
by Mr.. Geo. W. Johnson, of Star of Hope lodge
vocal solo, by Mr.. L. D. Smoot reading, by Mr..
p c. Cheeks vocal solo, by Mrs. A. Kalstron.
Complete arrangements have been made by the
ladies of the lodge for the reception to be held by
them at the lodge room on New Years day.
National Republican., 1883-12-26
Knirhtn OF pvthInn.

The election Of officers OF Syracuslan lodge, No.
10, knights Of Pythias, yesterday evening resulted
as follows c. c., William Cnedal; " O., J, S. A
Baker; prel p. c., G. Il. Cunningham; X. OF r.
and S. =. c.. Frank barley; ~ OF y. y. O.. George
w Hines; NJ. of 4. r. q. g.. William H. Hines;
NJ. at A. H., Marcus Richardson. Representatives.
TO grand lodge; 7. q. C., J. W. Bradbury; r. q. G.,
William H. Hines; T. G., Frank DarleA r. q, X,
X. of r.. NJ, efF NJ. of E., and the last five men.
toned were re elected.
National Republican., 1883-12-26
How the Old Soldiers Ate Their Turkey.

The usual Christmas dinner was given the in
mates at the old Soldiers home yesterday. AT one
p. m. the drum tap assembled four hundred and
eighty-two veterans to the dining hall where
were twenty or more handsomly decorated
tables laden with the choicest things that the
were present and to them is due the generous
lavishness of the good things and the comforts
that were found to abound on all sides. Sergt.
Durkin took command in the large room and he
saw that every one was well provided for and the
faces of all betrayed the fact that they were in full
enjoyment Of the day.
National Republican., 1883-12-26
NEWMARKET oyercoats. EIseman Bros. 7th & I
CI,rIstnna Snirees.

Prof Birmingham held his Christmas soiree
last evening At McCauley's hall, southeast
Prof Kreugers orchestra rendered excel
lent dancing music. Dancing was kept up un-
III late hour Amoug the ladies present were
Misses Herman, Lily Berkeley DeBois, Florence
Engel, Katie Fenning, Kernan, Bussie, and
Florence Lusby Among the gentlemen were
Messrs. William Golway, Frank Belts, Elmer
Dement,, Arell Weaver. Engell. Harry and VIII
Birmingham, Ed. aud Carl Darneille.
National Republican., 1883-12-26
The Memorial Lutheran Church Christ
mas.

The inclement weather of yesterday had little
effect on the members of the morning Sunday
school Of the Memorial church Crhomas olrcle),
who were desirous Of attending their annual
Christmas celebration The festival was held in
the chapel in the rear Of the Memorial church
and was greatly enjoyed by the scholars 10 whom
II was given. This school IL under the charge OF
Mr. Kinsel. and Judging by the numbers present
and the tone of yesterdays celebration. gives owl
dence of increased growth during the year A
handsomely trimmed Christmas tree adorned the
superintendents position at the upper end of the
room. and to the left was number of packages
containing donations from the children for The
poor. An appropriate programme had been ar
ranged and was excellently rendered, the little
ones, as usual taking prominent part. Hymns
In keeping with Chrstmastide were sung by those
present. Among those were, " Holy, Holy Lord
God Almighty Praise the Lord, Praise Him."
"Heayenly Father, send Thy Blessing" and "It
Came Upon the Midnight Clear" At the conclu.
sion Of the programme each scholar was presented
with the customary mementoes Of Christmas, and
there occurred nn interchange among some of the
classes and teachers of little tokens of regard,
notably that Of the scholars OF Mr.. Kinsels class
70 their teacher Of History of England" in five
volumes. Another suitable and convenient pres
eut received by Mr.. Kinsell was that given by the
school, which was comfortable rocking chair.
presented in neat speech by Mr.. Reamy aud re-
apOnded 70 by the recipient,
National Republican., 1883-12-26
ASK your grocer for the Orator Rye whisky.
Balancing a balloon.

q kyoung man about % years of age, laboring
under heavy spoil of Christmas cheer and wear
ing an enormous amoustaohe, attracted large
crowd at the corner of Twelfth street and Penn
sylvania Avenue yesterday afternoon. This gem
tiemhn had tve cent balloon attached TO Il stick
which he was trying TO balance on his nose, that
bore unmistakable signs Of large supply Of
Christmas eggnog.
National Republican., 1883-12-26
DE MoLAY,s BANQUET.
How the Knights Tcmplar Spent Christ
mas with Merry Speech and Song.

mas With Merry Speech and Song.
The De Moay commandery of Knights Templar
yesterday celebrated Christmas with u banquctat
the Harris house at II O'Clock, as has been their
custom for years past. The banquet was served in
the parlors of the house, covers being laid for
twenty guests. The following toasts were drunk
responses made: "The Knights Templar loyal TO
his country loyal to his family, and loyal to his
brethern, bound by his oath TO the defense of the
Christian religion Responded to by Col George
B. Corkhlll: ITO the grand lodge of the District
of Columbia, may the prospect of the one be tho
Other toasts were responded to by Sir knight
Hon. Il. f. Page, of California George o. Kraft,
and Thomas ~ S9meTyillei among those present
Barber I. f, Hammond Il. w. Hardy, j. H. Har.
ris Capt p. S. Rodier, O. Klotz, and w. s. Price.
Others, ufter which the banquet closed with the
guests encircling the table hand in hand and en-
Enthusiastically singing Aud Lang Syne."
National Republican., 1883-12-26
An on C,tizen Gone.

Mr.. James Smith, for many years connected
with the Washington Gas Light company, aud
upon whom many positions OF trust had been
placed, died yesterday morning at his residence
In Pierce place. He was much esteemed by all
who him, and his largo circle of friends will miss
his kindly face and cheerful manners.
National Republican., 1883-12-26
The Presid,nt,s prayer BOOK.

The prayer book now in the pew President Ar
thur uses, at st. Johns church, is the same that
has been used by all presidents who have at
tended that church. II Is a plain, large-sized
book, bound in smooth black morocco, with
PRESIDENTS Pew" printed in gold on II In plain
Roman text
National Republican., 1883-12-26
-Four Young Men sIslghlng Went.

-Four young men hired large sleigh yesterday
morning and drove out Fourteenth street road.
When about a mile north OF Mount Pleasant the
sleigh broke down, The four young men, who
came struggling into town about o'clock yestor-
day evening, were " all broke up" One Of thpm
led the horse, while the others carried the differ
ent sections OF the sleigh. They held q cQnsuitl-
tion on New York avenue, and thea hired two
0olored men to return the horse and sleigh,
National Republican., 1883-12-26
AmcrIrn,, Vlne.

No American wine has received the ipdose-
menis that has been accorded to Speer's Port
Grape Wine. Inquire about II your druggists.
Foor sale by druggists.
National Republican., 1883-12-26

THE elegant collection of imported Turkish rugs
and carpets will remain on private sale at Dow
ling's auction rooms to-day and tomorrow. They
are being sold at a sacrifice.
National Republican., 1883-12-26

THE Excesses of fYouth are drafts upon Old
Age payable with interest, Sufferers should
Immediately use Aliens Brain Food-$l; g
or so. At druggists.
National Republican., 1883-12-26
SAD SCENES ON THE STREETS.
Great Numbers OF Drunken Boys Carried
Home on Shutters.

"a feature of this Christmas" said a we'll known
police lieutenant last night to a REPUBLICAN re-
porter, was the large number of drunken boys
never saw so many before in my experience on
any holiday or other occasion. They roamed over
the streets all day In gangs, shouting and acting
in a very dlsorderly manner. Many Of them were
arrested and their parents will be forced TO pay
for their sons debnuchery."
A sergeant who was standing by, said, Eyes,
and the same can be said of men. There was an
extraordinary number of intoxicated men abroad
oil day and night"
"How about thieves?' asked the reporter
mot many of them." was the reply. "In fact
the number is below the general average. The
suggers, however. have not been idle. large
number of fights occurred"
At this point the sergeant started to gather up
very drunken man, who had taken u tumble into
the mud and slush of the gutter, and the reporter
ambled off.
National Republican., 1883-12-26

THE ex-city treasurer of Milwaukee, Wis,
Michael Krause, esq. thus speaks concerning st.
Jacobs Oil 81 have used that Invaluable remedy
for rheumatic pains and, In my judgment. 1t has
no equal in that line. In my opinion st. Jacobs
Oil is great.
National Republican., 1883-12-26

When last seen they had put themselves around
enough "tanRle foot" to show that the name was
deaervedly appropriate.
National Republican., 1883-12-26
4rrsOnal Comfort.
Y est aun :EuunO.

ToUND.-ON MARKET SPACE, POCK ETBOOK
IL containing sum Of money, which owner can have
by proving property and paying charges W, RYAN,
710 23d st. n. W. O26
o. - REV WARD,-LoST, SATURDAY, DEC ~,
bet 9th and the market or IN the Boston Variety
Store, bet. the market and Boston Variety store.
Address BRUENGEH, 020 PA. nv, O'20
CSTRAYED-FROM J. y. DAVIS SONS STORE
- Friday, Dec, 81, 1883 about 4;3O o'clock, sOrrcl
mare with wagon, white face, white feet, Suitable
reward II returned TO ELLA CHELIM, 1875 Pa ay.
east Off