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Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
Death of Mrs. pr. Catlin of nIerIden


 Mrs. Amelia Deborah Spencer, wife of the late Dr. E. R. Catlin of Meriden, died at her residence Tuesday evening. The dis ease from which she suffered was softening of the brain, extending over a period of sev- eral months, accompanied by paralysis. She was confined to her bed only about two weeks. She was the daughter of William and Deborah Spencer, and the eldest of seven children. She was born in Lyme, Hadlyme parish, Conn.,, Nov. 4, 1911. The surviving brothers and sisters are Judah 0. and Samuel s., of Erie, Pa; William O., of Hadlyme, who occupies the old home stead; Sarah, wife of Amasa Day of East Haddam, and Catherine, wife of William E. Marvin, of North Easton, Pa. The sisters were privileged to watch by her bedside during her last sickness. She married Dr. Catlin, Sept 9, 1885, and the first few years of their welded life were passed in Haddam, where their first child was born, the late Dr. Benia min s. Catlin, who died in 1871. They had but two children, and the younger son, Will liam H., survives In April, 1842, they came to Meridsn, immediately after the death of pr. Woodruff, whose house, 658 Broad street, tn ey occupied for about two years be- fore moving to their late residence, 130 E. Main street. Mrs. Catlin was remarkable for her perfect health and untiring energy, and was lady very highly esteemed.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
TELEGRAPHIC JOTTINGS.

James Mitchell, quarryman, feA from a train at Bowerville depot. Mass, last evening and was run over and killed.
 Mrs. John Spear, of Holbrook, MasG., com mitted suicide by hanging. She was sixty years old and had been partially insane for over two years.
 John Hogan, who was burned at the Elizabeth and Dougherty street fire in Brooklyn last week, died yesterday from his injuries.
 At p. ID. yesterday Joseph F. Stout was hanged at Rockville, Ind,, for the murder of Taylor Dunbar in November last. He showed great firmness. not seeming to un- derstand the enormity of his crime.
 The directors of the Bankers and Mer- chants Telegraph company yesterday at New York voted seven thousand additional shares of stock, the proceeds of which will be devoted to extending the lines of the company.
 Base ball yesterday: At New York, New Works 5, Philadelphias 4; at Boston, Bostons 10, Providence 2; at Cleveland, Bufslos If, Clevelands II; at Detroit, Detrolts 5, Chi cagos l; at Cincinnati, Cincinnstis 8, Eclipse 1; at Brooklyn, Brooklyns 13, Alleghanys f.
 Frank Spink, a clerk in the store of a Broadway, N. Y, diamond dealer, was yes terday convicted of S. ooting Private. Detec tive Edward McPhillips four times in the arm and back during dispute about some drinks and was sentenced to 34 years in State prison.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09

WANTED, A SITUATION by young German girl in a sma "A family. Inquire at aus 2t+ 22q GRAND STREET
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
VOL. LII
Further Hearing
In the 1nv..t,x.tlon of the Facts Abou,

In the Investigation of the Facts About
 the Tunnel Disaster at Hartford.
 The railroad commissioners sat till nearly II o'clock Tuesday night to hear the conclu- sion of the testimony on the tunnel accident. The arguments will be heard at New Haven on the 17th inst. The New Haven road wit nesses directly contradicted the New England road witnesses on every important point. They called Edward Fl. Judd, manufacturing mach1nlst of Hartford, Superintendent David son, Master Mechanic Henney and couple or engineers to say that the lever of the New England road engine was not reversed, nor did It look as though it had been previous to the accident. They produced witnesses to corroborate John Walls story that New England road trains were in the habit of run ming against the signal Hiram E HinckIey. engineer of the Boston express. was just as positive that the signal was in his favor as the man on the other engine that it was for him. This witness thought that if the Rockville train had been running only five or six miles an hour when it emerged from the tunnel it should have been stopped long be- fore it reached the crossing Superintend. ent Davidson was also asked for an opinion on this point. He said that even if it lad been going ten miles an hour (which the New England road train men do not admit) 1t should have been brought to stop within two and one half car lengths The engineer and fireman of the express train said that it had come almost to a stand still when the collision occurred.
 Witness testified that the signal was not changed on the New England road just be- fore the accident. Others testified to the usual high rate of speed maintained by New England trains when passing over the cross ing,
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
THE NATIONAL CAPITAL.
A Civil Rights Case.


 WASHINGTON, Aug. S.--The first case under the criminal provision of the civil rights bill came before the police court here yesterday. The complainant, 2 colored physician of Nor wich, Conn, testified that he entered res taurant on Pennsylvania avenue to procure his breakfast, but tho colored waiter inform ed him that colorsd men were not served in that house. On appealing to the proprietor, the complainant alleges 8 vile epithet against his race was hurled at him with the informa- tion that s.niggers" could be accommodated across the street. The proprietor of the res taurant testified in his own behalf that he had refused the complainant on account of his boisterous conduct and because his house was about to be closed. waiter testified that his instructions were to refuse colored per sons meals in the dining room, but they might be supplied in the pantry. The court held the case open until to-day to allow coun- sel to prepare arguments on the law points involved.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
THE OLD WORLD.
Great Britain.
Cetewayo,s Safety Confirme,

Cetewayo's Safety Confirmed,
 LONDON, Aug S.-The correspondent of the Central News company at Durban tele- graphs a corroboEation of yesterdays de- spatches announcing that Cetewayo is alive and safe. MT. Grant, the British resident at that point, telegraphs that he believes the report to be true.
 First to the Almighty DtspOser-And Then
 to Earl Spencer Give Thanks.
 LONDON, Aug. 8.-Mr. Gladstone at the Mansion House tonight made g more than usually important address bearing upon pub lie topics He said that there was, SO far as the information in the governments pos session went, no danger that any serious mis- understanding with France over the Mada- gascar affair was likely to arise. In the case Egypt the government had decided to re- move the troops as soon as the work of the pacifcation of the country had been conclu- ded and the government could be left in 8 stable position with it's boundary lines settled and without danger from the agitation in the Soudan- The changes in the condition of affairs in Ireland he regarded as providential The law had resumed it's proper functions and governmental authority, peace and secu- rity had replaced disorder and the dark veil of assassination had been penetrated most efectually. The country owed thankfulness to the almighty disposer of events and it's next obligation was to Earl Spencer for his earnest and successful efforts in the direction of quiet and peace.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
News by Telegraph FROM ALL QUARTERS. BATTLE OF THR WIRES. Another Onslaught By The
 Cutting Fiends. WIRES DOWN IN ALL DIRECTIONS. The Strikers Still Firm and
 Defiant. THE FATE OF KING GETEWAY0. A Confirmation of His Re-
 ported Safety.
THE FATE OF KING CETEWAYO.
THE TELEGRAPH STRIKE.

A Fresh Onslaught on the Wires-Cut
 Down In All Dtrect1Ons-The Latest
 Phase ofthe Situation.
 NEW YORK, Aug. s.-Last night another onslaught was made upon the wires of the Western Union telegraph company, the con sequences of which were more disastrous than that of the preceding night. Western Union official said this nor ming that twenty wires were cut on one route and fourteen on another route between Passaic and Eliza beth, N. J. They were wires to Philadelphia and other points in the southern division. Twenty of the Mutual Union wires were cut between Kings Bridge and Scarsdale. At Tarrytown twelve Hudson river wires are down and eighteen wires in the eastern cir cults were destroyed between Portchester and Greenwich, Ot. The cross arms were sawed of in the latter instance and wires cut besides. The first wires to go down were about 1O:30 o'clock Tuesday night. The others went down shortly after mid night and a large force of linsmen was sent out to repair the damage and the lines are being repaired as rapidly as possible. The cutting of the wires interfered with others across which they fell, so that the greatest confusion was created. For long time this morning the work was greatly delayed. The superintendent estimated that when the work was begun this morning one-half the wires to Philadelphia, one-quarter of those to the West, and one-third of the eastern circuits could not be used The whole number of wires which were cut was 69, but nearly 200 were rendered useless in consequence. A telegram from Fort Washington, Pa, said that a gang of men had interfered with the linemen who were repairing the wires there and police protection had been asked in case the interference was repeated. No clue has yet been discovered of the authors of the mischief, although the greatest vigilance is being exercised. The Western Union has employed detectives to ferret out the perpe. trators of the wire cutting. It is the general opinion that the striking inemen are an- swerable for the injuries. The company is considerably put out by this new method Brotherhood of Photographers it was emphat- icaIly denied that the cutting was being done by the striking linemen.
 The promenade concert and festival in aid of the telegraphers fund at the Madison Square Garden this evening was grand suc- cess Between three and four thousand persons were present and every box in the building was occupied. Three bands num- bering about 15O musicians under the di- rection of P. s. Gilmore and six other lead CTS performed a variety of well selected pieces The affair terminated with a grand ball.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09

Mean bar, so1ss; mean temp, ST.; mean humid 6S.3. inches. Max. velocity of wind. miles.
 FOR AUGUST 8, 1882 Mean bar, s964s mean temp, 76.7; mean humid ss. Max. temp, 79 min. temp, CO.,
 T. H. SHERMAN, Eergt S. O. D. B. A. Storm signals have reference only to approachinR high windG Approaching high northwesterly winds aFo indicated by rod and white flags combined.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09

This is the season when astronomers and meteorologists look for some inter esting signs in the heavens. In the regions of the north shooting stars will be abundant. The Connecticut Almanac, published by Henry H. Peck, says that on the evenings of the 9th, 10th and the 11th of this month (Au gust) meteors may be seen to shoot out ire quently from 8 point in the constellation Perseus. At o'clock on the evenings in question this point is in the northeastern portion of the heavens, between Cassiopea's chair and the horizon. At 5 in the morning it has reached the meridian and is little north of the zenith.
 The most favorable time for seeing the meteors is between midnight and the break of day. The earth is at this time passing through ring or stream of minute but solid bodies which are revolving round the sun in orbits gculfar to themselves and opposite to the motion of the earth. We should not see them at all, but for the fact that soon as they collide with the earth's atmosphere they are k1ndled by it's friction. They are said to burn up and disappear at an altitude of fifty to seventy miles above the earth Y.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
FIRE RECORD.

A Meriden COmPany's Loss-The Flames
 Damage Their Stock Considerably.
 NEW YORK, Aug S.-Shortly after g o'clock this evening fire broke out on the top floor of the x-story building 46 Union Square, occupied by NagelI & Co.,, photographers, whose loss is estimated at $5,OoO. E. T. N. Banks, jeweller, occupying the rear of the same floor, sustained 9 loss of $1O, GOO. The stock of the Meriden Britannia company was damaged $5, 900. The Union Square Print ing company on the fifth Aoer lose $5, ,0OO on stock. Dempsey & Carroll, stationers who occupied portion of the fifth floor, sus tained 8 loss of $2,OOo. The stock of James Mccall, furniture, on the first floor, was damaged $7.O0O. The building, owned by the Gilbert estate, was damaged $5,50O.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
Launch of the schooner John M. Brown
 in Fair Haven.

Launch of the SChOOner John M. BrOWn
 in Fair Haven.
 The "John M. Brown" was launched yes terday in a very successful manner. In the vessel were number of prominent citizens, the owners of the vessel and some members of their families. In the adjacent shipyard were about three hundred boys and some fifty more were standing on logs that were afioat in the slip between the bridge and the ship dock. A long line of teams was drawn out at the eastern terminus of the Quinnipiac bridge. The word was given at full food tide and amid the cheers of the crowd the schooner slid of into the water. She was tied to the dock beside the bridge and was swung around to the end of the wharf. The launch was under the general direction of Mir. John Doyle, foreman of the yard. It was about his fftieth launch
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
NEW ENGLAND.
Massachusetts.

He Helped Others and Now Needs Aid.
 BOSTON, Aug. 8.-John O. Watson, the we'll known stock broker, suspended pay ment at noon today. He has long been 8 member of the brokers board and one of it's most popular ones. He has always been so prominent in aiding others and stands 50 well among those with whom he dealt that his creditors met this afternoon and tried to make an immediate and quick settlement so that MT. Watson may continue business.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
NEW DOMINION.

A Cab Driver Murdered i'm Cold Blood.
 TORONTO, Aug 9.-A cold blooded murder happened here shortly efore midnight yes- terday. Amos Maroney, who was a cab driver, and Charles Andrews, an American claiming to come from Detroit and moulder by trade, were walking along the street when they commenced to quarrel about drink, Maroney endeavoring to prevent Andrews from going into saloon. Hot words fol lowed and Maroney knocked Andrews known The latter then drew revolver and shot Maroney through tho heart, killing him instantly. Andrews fired twice without ef-
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
T-n RTu--5.-z

Christopher G. Wood and Cora S. Smith, of Branford, were married in this city yester- day afternoon by Rev. Dr. Beardsley, rector of St. Thomas church.. The ceremony was performed at the rectory
 To-day, at the residence of the brides par ents, B Gill street, Edgar P Coa of the New Express company and Ada C. North, daugh- ter of Arthur J. North, will be united in mar riage, Rev. Dr. Harwood performing the ceremony
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
Drunken Man. r.rrt,,,. Lean,

BOSTON, Aug. s.-This afternoon Ernst Heate while under the influence of liquor climbed nearly one hundred feet to the top of the tower at City Point from which Pro- lessor Wilmot makes his jump and jumped of into the water. He did not strike right and was knocked breathless, but was picked up by boat in the vicinity and carried to the landing house. In short time he was able to walk away with no other known in fury than 8 black eye.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09

knSA FOUR Eecond- story rooms, 2I Martin street, HI $10; also barn on Park street. Possession lW given at once.
 FOR SALE-A Genoa Lemon Tree Tangerine and MaJorca Orange Tree, about four feet high brought from Florida, very thrifty. Also banana plant. Apply in rear Of
 au6 2t4 HE PARK STREET.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
New Hampshire.

The Fastest Time Up Mt. Washington.
 GLEN HOUSE, Aug. s.-Ths quickest time ever made up the Mount Washington car riage road was made to-day by 8 special six horse team from the Glen House, conveying Captain Jacob Vanderbilt and William Turn bull of New York. The distance was made in hour and IT minutes, the best previous record being hour and 29 minutes. The first four miles, the hardest of the entire route, were made in 35 minutes.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
Maine.
An Escaped Burglar Reeaptursd.

An Escaped Burglar RecaPtured.
 BANGOR, Aug. s.-Robert Ackley, gradu- ate of the State Reform school and who has also served three years term in the States prison, broke jail at Maohias in Jaly while awaiting trial for burglary. He is now in the county jail here for committing several bur elaries at Enfield last Wednesday. He gave his name as Robert Westmain, but was re- cognized by fellow prisoner
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
The Management of Creeks Captlvss.

WASHINGTON, Aug. s.-The War depart ment to-day received copy of the order which General Crook from his headquarters at Whipple barracks, A. T., has just issued in regard to the Indians which he captured in Mexico. The order says that the entire control of the San Carlos reservation is placed in charge of Chaplain Crawford, of the Third cavalry, who will carry out such provisions of the results of the conference between the Secretary of War, the Secretary of the Interior, the commissioner of Indian affairs and General Crook as may devolve upon the War department. He is charged with the duty of keeping the peace on the reservation, administering justice, punishing refractory Indians and preventing them from leaving the reservation except by proper authority All the Indian prisoners and all such as may hereafter be captured or may surrender themselves gre placed under the control of Captain Crawford to be cared for
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
THE PACIFIC COAST.
California.

War Materials Shipped to China.
 SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. B. Last Thursday five hundred cases of ammunition and arms were sent to 0. Schmidt, Shanghai, on the Pacific mail steamer Comstoek. The cases bear the brand of 'United States govern ment, ,46 calibre,'' and were from Springfield. Mass. During the past eighteen months it is said that twenty-five thousand Springfield rifles and 2,5oO.0O0 cartridges have been shipped, besides 500 to 800 bales of cotton duck suitable for tents. The total value of these consignments approximates $5, ,OOO,- 900.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
The R.b.t. on Ba.k Oh..ks.

WAsH1NeToN, Aug. 8.-Frequsnt inquiries have been made of the Treasury department as to when the rebate on bank checks will be made and in reply the acting commissioner of internal revenue stated to-day that at least four months would be required for their audit and settlement. These claims must take the same course as the others in the department, and up to Jaly 80th, 1883, four thousand packages varying in size from an ordinary letter envelope to dry goods box had been received at the department for settlement. Congress at it's last session made 8 specific appropriation for the payment of the rebate on tobacco stamps but check stamps will be paid for out of another fund.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
NEW YORK.
Yesterday,s Races at Run.,e

HesEerdaY's haceB 0t BUM2I0.
 BUFFALO, Aug. 8.-On the second day of the Buffalo grand circuit races the first race, for the three minute class, was won by Phal- las Index second, Gerald third; time 2:23 1-2,2:23, SPA 1-2. Between heats there was a fine display of stallions owned by 0. J. Ham, lin, R. l.. Howard and M. P. Bush The second race, for the 2:22 class, was won by Wilson, ToRy Newell second, Cornelia third !; time 2:21 1-2, 2:20, 2:21 1-2.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
The Contents of a Bal. of Rags.

LEoM1NsTER, Aug. 8.-Recsntly Miss Anna Chute found $1 ,5Oo in a bale of rags. It is now reported that New York bank lost the money ten years ago and recovering it through Miss Chute has rewarded her with the gift of $500, but the fact is that Miss Chute unwittingly gave the money to busi- ness man who negotiated it in his own name and is now probably circulating the report of the reward.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
The Capture ofJaemeI.

BOSTON, Aug. 8.-A private letter dated Jacmel, Rayti, July 24sh, received by ship ping house in this city states that the insur- gents captured that town on the 23rd:of July. The attack began at o'clock in the morning and in two hours the arsenal fell into their hands The schooner Clifford of Lemoine, Me, Captain Brsgdon, was moored close to the town during the fight, the bullets from the guns frequently passing over her Two shots struck pile of dunnage on the forward house. The captain from the deck of his vesse! could plainly see the fighting going on in the streets of the town.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
Police Notes

Thomas Henderson was arrested yester- day for the theft of $1co from James O'Neil.
 John Weloh, who keeps saloon on Con- gress avenue, was arrested last evening for violation of that portion of the liquor law which prohibits saloon keepers from permit ting minors from frequenting or hanging around their places. F John Ryder. who keeps saloon on Pat. nam street, was arrested on charge of vio- lation of the Sunday hquor law. Kate Rim keeps place at the corner of Oak and Factory streets and she also was ar. rested last evening for violation of the Sun. day liquor law and also on the reputation clause.
 Augustus Strouse was arrested last even ing hy Officer Louis Waas on a charge of sealing old ties from the New Haven and Northampton railroad.
 Margaret Corners, who has a place on George street, was arrested last evening for violation of the license law, and also on the reputation clause.
Morning journal and courier., 1883-08-09
THE SOUTH.
Virginia.

Jealous Doctors Exchange shots.
 ALEXANDRIA, Aug. S.-A bloodless duel was fought at Harrison's Landing, an island down the Potomac, yesterday morning be- tween Drs. Mill and West of Leesburg. Sev- eral shots were exchanged. Professional jealousy was the incentive,