davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
EPIsCOP1L dNNIVHRSAR RIIcS.
Interesting Exercises at st. An
drew's and old Swedes, Churchel

Interesting Exercises at st. An
drew's and old swedes' Churches.
The one hundred aud eighty fifth
anniversary Of the dedication OF Old
Swedes Church and the one hundred and
eighty sixth anniversary OF its founding
were celebrated Sunday.
Trinity Chapel wRs elosed all day and
the entire parish w0rshiped at Old
Swedes.
DR.. Martin conducted the morning ser
vice and holy communion. He also
preached an interesting sermon, psI tiy
historical, devotiDg some attention to the
introduction OF the English service in
1773 and the erection Of the church
gallery about the same time. At the
children's service, at 8 p. IN,
an address was delivered by DR.. Martin.
The children contributed $l2 towards the
erection OF tomb over the grave OF
Thomas Bates, the late sexton. The
evening prayer and sermon were by the
Rev. Jesse Higgins.
All three services wers interesting and
well attended. The church altar and
ohanoel were handsomely decorated with
flowers. The singing was conducted by
John Brown. A portable pipe organ,
loaned by the Diamond State Organ Com
pany, was used.
The fifty sixth anniversary of the
Sunday school OF st. Andrews P. H.
Church was celebrated In the church at
o'clock Sunday afternoon, and was
largely attended by scholars. The floral
decorations were beautiful and elaborate.
The singing by the school Was spirited
and the superindent, the Rsv.C &, Murray
presented his report containing the fol
lowing statistics : Number of teachers
and otiioers, 30; scholars, 246; average
attendance, l24; offerings during the
year, $400, dist ibuted among foreign,
domestic and diocesan missions $5C
sent to school in Africa, and $40 to on,
in Mexico. Mr.. Murray also preached
sermon and Bishop Lee delivered al
interesting address.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
The Same Old Story.

On Saturday little John Nelly, living
a; 1928 Rsst Eleventh street, found what
he thought was toy pistol in lot near
tis home. After trying to pail the ham
mar back and pointing 1t at the children
OF tine neighborhoOd for while, he took
H. to his aunt who WAS on the front door
step and asked her II she didn't
think It WAS pretty. She thought 1t was,
and attempted to cock It, John bending
over as she did 30. Suddenly there was
report and the little boy staggered back
the blood tri Killing from a small wound in
his forehead. DR.. Draper, who was sum.
moned, says the child's chances for life
are very small. The ball, IT is thought,
has enteret his brain and osnnet be
tfAoad
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12

MBkIDG e.

Special Correspondence OF Gazette and Journal,
CAMBRIDGE, Md, June 9,-The second
trial of Bug Csphss will begin here to-
morrow. 1t is hard to tell what the result
will be.
Miss Clark, demented young lady,
swallowed the contents OF bottle of
medicine containing poison on Saturday
night, which came near resulting In her
death.
A little son of Archie Riggin, living
about a mile from this city, was drowned
Saturday night.
The fruit crop is fourishing, and a
heavy yield is now q certainty. 1t is
very dry here, and the growing corn is
suffering in consequence. The yield of
wheat in this county will be short.
Extensive preparations are being made
here already for the next oyster season.
A New Baven, Conn, firm ia expected to
open al immense establishment.
There are 10 prisoners in our Jail.
Plenty OF work in our shipyards and
house carpenters busy. The fact is Csm
bridge continues 10 60 ahead with rush.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
Saturdays Election.

While Saturdays election did not bring
out a very heavy vote, the total was
much larger than Is usual at elections
that involve nothing more than the choice
OF Counoilmen. Public interest In the
event, however, was not very marked.
The result OF the contest was the cleo
tion Of Henry C. Conrad, Bsq,, Republi-
can, as president of City Council, and
Milton 8. Shippers, Republican, as city
treasurer. OF the counoilmanic tickets,
the Democrats elected six aud the Repub-
licRns five, by which the former regain
the possession Of City Council, which
they lost two years ago.
The most exciting contests were in the
Second, Third and Eleventh wards, in
each of which the Republicans were
hopeful Of success. A Republican victory
in either would have given them the
Council, but the Democrats trinmphed In
all three,
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
Augustus maIIInsane. Q.

The Salisbury, Md, special to the
Baltimore Sun says: Augustus Hall, the
young man residing in Matters district,
who burned his father's barn and
attempted to commit suicide three times
in the last few days, was we'll enough to
be brought to Salisbury last Saturday,
and ia now confined In Jail. An order
from the oou,t has been applied for, and
as soon as received a jury will be selected
and judge as to his insanity. He is
undoubtedly insane, and will be sent to
an asylum. The atrocious murder Of 8
Miss Shookley by Halls brother some
years ago, and the murderer's awful
suicide, coupled with the present mis-
fortune, oauses much sympathy for the
afflicted family. Hall will have hearing
probably tomorrow or Wednesday.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
DrMooHArro STATE CONTENTION.
Delegates Elected Throughout New
Castle County.

Castle County.
The Democrats OF Whining ton held ward
meetings, Tuesday and elected delegatss
to the Democratic State ccnyontion, which
meets IN Dover on Tuesday next, 18th
Inst, The result OF the elections, all OF
which were held without any contest, is
as follows:
First wsrd-Jsmes 0'Neill.
Seoond-Patriok Plunkett; alternate,
John May.
Third-Merrls Taylor; alternate, John
T. Diokey.
Fourth-Frank R. carswell alternate,
7. Elwood singley.
Fifth-Rnooh Moore, Jr.
Sixth-ThomAs NJ. O. gle; alternate, J ames
F. Daley.
Ssventh---John K. Bradford, Rsa.
Blghth--Willism B. Norton.
Ninth--doorge r. Barnhill. y
Tenth-Patriok Nsary alternate,
Samuel johnson.
Bleventh--Robert Cottingham.
The only work to come before the oon-
vention will be the election of deleg ates
to the national Democratic convention
which meets at Chicago on July 9Th, and
the appointment Of State central com
mittee.
For one Of the Chicago delegates from
New Castle county the name OF William
Herbert OF New Castle is being actively
pressed, and 1t is probable that he will
be selected. For the other delegate
Congressman Lore, George Gray, Bsq.,
and George ii. Bates, Esq have
been suggested. FROM Kent and
Sussex counties ex congressman James
Williams and Edward l.. Martin
are mentioned, as both did yeoman
service for Mr.. Bsysrd at Cincinnati, four
years ago. 1t is not expected that there
will be any contests over the selection of
delegates. A platform will also be adopted
by the State convention.
Ia the hundreds the elections were held
on Saturday afternoon, when the follow
ing were chosen:
New Castle-Dslegates, Henry White,
George Rokles, John J. Gorinley, William
J. Black, Giles lambson. Alternates,
William B. Mccoy, Charles ID. Everett,
James b. Toman, Joseph LsFevre, James
l.. Rice. Ne opposition 65 votes poled
North Christiana-Samuel Killgore,
Calvin M. Crossan.
White Clay Creek-Delegates-S. M.
Donnell, N. M. Motherall, William Dean,
DR.. F. l.. Springer and W. l.. Wier.
Alternates--Frank Mclaughlin, John A.
Mullip, Samuel b. Herdman.
st. Georges, east-William Polk, Will
liam A. Cleaver; west-Nathaniel Will
liams, John W.Hayes and Jesse R. HoltoD.
Seventy votes were polled and the above
ticket had practically no opposition. The
scattering votes we're: Columbus Wat
kins, a; Joseph --snson, 2; s. s. Holton,
1; Moses A. Butler, 1.
Penosder-J. Wilkins Cooch, Andrew
s. Rliason, George Medill, W. T. Skinner,
Richard 7. Cam, Jr.
Blaokbird-George G. Rothwell, Abram
Hayden, Jr., Thomas Deakyne, John l..
Seemans, Peter q. Warner.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
Reckless Act,

John Raglan Of Hockessin was badly
injured Sunday afternoon by Jumping
from B. & p. railroad train between
Soulhwood aud Hockessin. He had been
sitting upon car platform and while the
train WAS descending grade at the rate OF
80 miles an hour his hat blew of. Pick
Ing up dog which he had with him he
hurled 1t from the train, but as II did not
90 after the hat he jumped off. In alignt-
ing he fell heavily upon the Mill Creek
platform and disloosted his shoulder,
bruised his face and severely cut the
back OF his head.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
"A VIRGINIA TRAGEDY.
A Negro Boy who FtendishIy sh cots
LtttIe White BOY ts Ly nched by y
NAal OF VtAI.
.lspatch by Special Wires.

Associated Press Dispatch by Special Wires.
LYScHBURG, VA, June 1.-THE following
facts have just reached here regarding a
tragedy which occurred June 9Th in Russell
county, on the farm OF Harvey Osborne, in
Castle Wood valley
Two OF osborne's little boys were picking
Strawberries in a field near their fathers
house, when negro boy joined them. The
cider white boy soon left the field
when the negro boy ordered the
other boy to leave also. He refused
whereupon the negro placed pistol at the
little fellows stomach and fired, the ball pass
ing out near the spine. The negro dragged
his victim tc sink hole near by to conceal
the yet living child, who cried aloud.
Becoming frightened the negro fled, but
soon went to the house and informed the
mother that her child had shot himself. The
mother in agony ran to the dyil child who
lived long enough to reveal the horrible
crime.
The negro was arrested and placed in jail.
Friday night masked men surrounded the
jail but the guard succeeded in escaping with
the prisoner. The guard was overtaken,
however, and the negro taken from him.
The ifeless body Of the negro was found
next morning near Gallipolis, on the public
road. The men who did the lynching have
not been identified.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
CnfIdreu,s Day at Odessa.

speciai.Correspondenc OF Gazette and journal.
ODESSA, June 9.-Children's day WAS
observed yesterday in a most appropriate
manner in the NJ, Il. Church OF this town.
The church was decorated with most
exquisite taste by the ladies lilies
and roses sdorning the altar and pulpit,
while beautiful arches overhung the
whole from the centre of the ceiling. In
teresting addresses were delivered by the
Rev. ]. P. Otis, pastor Of the NJ. &.
Church A. D. Harrington OF Philadel-
phia and Superintendent Of Public
Schools 7. N. Williams. Excellent music
formed part Of the programme ef the
day and the exercises throughout were Of
4 most interesting and enjoyable char
aoter.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
-
MILTON.

special Correspondence oi Gazette and Journsl.
MILTON, June 6.-The corn crop of this
part Of the Peninsula has been badly dam
aged by FROST and the past cool nights and
drouth are hurting vegetation, especially
potatoes.
The steam saw mill belonging to James
Holland, between here and Lewes, was burned
yesterday.
Miss Leona, daughter OF Jacob s. Petty
john, is quite i'll at her grandfather's, John
Holland, of this place.
Paynter Frame, the champion watermelon
grower Of Sussex, has taken over 80 hen
hawks since Christmas by setting small steel
traps on his farm. these traps are set on
poles placed here and there about the farm.
MIR. +. says that though 30 successful in cap
turing hawks he has not succeeded in catching
a crow. He says the crow is very cunning
bird.
Eliza, wife of Captain Henry Hatfield, died
yesterday at her fathers, near here, aged 80
years. Mrs Hatfield was sister OF Captains
John R., William and Theodore MAJ es.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
PASTORAL Installation.

Special Correspondence of Gazette and Jorunal.
PoRT PENN, June 5.-The Rev. W. K.
Preston WAS installed pastor Of the
Presbyterian Church this evening. The
sermon and addresses were most appro-
pirate to the occasion. The church WAS
beautifully decorated with ont flowers
and growing plants, and the $50 persons
who filled the roem, thoroughly enjoyed
the event. At the close OF the services
Mr.. Preston secured the good wishes of
his friends and new pArishioners. He
enters at once upon his lAbors.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
KiIIed by a Brother,s Illness.

A special IRON Port Deposit says: Chief
Engineer W. j. Lsmbdin, United States
Navy, Vas found lying inssnsible in his
carriage Tuesday at the entrance to his
lane, about two miles from Perryville. He
had been to Wilmington, Del, and, on
his resurn, took his carriage at Perryvills
to drive home, and not reaching
there his friends started to Perry
Vile to inquire for him, when
they found him in this condition. He
was taken home and his physician called
n,who pronounced it paralysis of the left
side. He is still entirely helpless, and
his physician regards his case as
extremely critical. His sister, Mrs. John
Msuldin, Was summoned, and Immediately
upon entering the house dropped dead
from heart disease. Mrs. Mauldin WAS a
lady so years Of age, aud apparently in
the enjoyment OF robust health.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
SATURDAYS NOMINATION..
Prospects of Full Vote and an
Exciting SheriHalfy Contest.

Exciting Shertffalfy Contest.
Saturdays nomination election for
Democratic candidates for sheriff and
coroner will be lively and interesting
The Democrats feel highly elated over
their victory in this city Oh Saturday
last, and as a result will enter upon the
nomination contest with increased vim
and energy. A close isht is in progress
for the sheriffalty between Messrs. Ford
and oldham, while for coroner, Messrs.
Barnhill, Widdoes aud Yarnsll are con-
sidered as having even chances.
In connection with this nomination the
county executive committee calls atten-
tion to the following rule, which they
hope will be faithfully observed:
"Upon the votes being fairly counted and
ascertained, the judges shall publicly an
nounce the result, and shall make a certiii
cato thereof and forward at once to the chair
man OF the county meeting albert II. Silver,
Red Lion, Del, who shall publish the same
in all the Democratic papers of the county,
The judges shall keep the rolls and tally list,
to be subject to the county committee, of the
executive committee OF the hundred"
Tho judges are also requested to send the
returns on the evening OF tine election, by tel
egraph or otherwise, to Levi A. Bertolette
Secretary, No. 4l0 Shiploy street, Wilmington
Del
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
NE HARk.
special Correspondence of Gazette and Journ

special Correspondence OF Gazette and Journal.
NEWARK, Juue 9.-The cremstory exer-
cises of the junior class Of Delaware
College were held on the college campus
on Saturday evening last before large
oopcourse OF curious and interested
spectators. The funera! solemuities were
unintellisible to the audience, most OF the
exercises and programmes being In Latin.
The costumes were black robes and hats
for the junior class and white sheets for
the under class men who resemblsd the
proverbial "ghosts" as the fear por-
trayed by the children during the mystic
procession plainly showed. The object of
this youthful hostility was the lately
completed study Of geology, which book
they oremated with an apparent re-.
luotance, though with an inward feeling
OF joy.
The Citizens Cornet Band Of this town
paraded the streets on Saturday night in
their new uniforms. This WAS errons.
ously supposed to be the first political
gun Of the season in honor OF the nomina.
tion OF James G.. Blaine.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
A Lock Out.

The time lock on the outer door Of the
Union National Bank vault refused to
pe.form Its proper functions Monday
ans'thx+5ult was a genuine look out Of
the o6S5fs OF that institution. An
expert msri.pulstor Of these complicated
locks N A. ldt for and came from Phila-
del3hip the and open the vault door.
He syeian,. nj a. best efforts in vain, and
only succeeded in asoertaining that the
olo0- had stopped. He tried unsu e.
oessfully to start It again, and after
spending the morning at the tack gave 1t
rsa At noon mason was sent for and
", at work, cutting hole through the
w surrounding the vault through
which an entrance was effected and the
vault opened.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
IsatAs.

ALLEN. -on the 9Th inst, Margaret Allen reIlct
OF the late Samuel Allen, In the 7lst year OF her
age.
CORNISH.-On the 4th Inst, Parker II. Cornish,
aged 81 years,
FISH Err In Newark, on the 9Th inst, Andrew
H. Fisher, aged 70 years.
HEIsLER. -On the eth Inst, William 8. HeisIcr,
Ia the SGD year OF his age.
IRA UGH. -on the eth inst, Mabel, daughter of
Johu and Augusta lbsngh, aged months.
JONES' his residence on Kent Island, Md.
on May 1sth, Heury Msnship Jones, third sn. OF
Captain David Jones, In the goth year OF his age.
SPENCER.-st his residence Broad Oak, near
Galena, ma, on the 9th Inst, Col. George W,
spencer, aged ~ years.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
No Cause for Action.

The case brought by solloway Il
Merkins, bricklsyers, against K. L. Rice,
Of the firm of Rice & Mote, to recover $50
for extra work done on Mr.. Rice's build
ing on the northwest corner Of Second
and Tatnsll streets, came up before
Referees F. G. Simpson, W. G. Pierce and
Thomas NJ. Ogle at the sfice Of Squire
Vsndegrift Monday evening. Lilburne
Chandler, Rsq., appeared for the de-
fendsnt. The evidence showed that the
plaintiffs were only b-oontractors and
had been employed by ]. R. D. Seeds &
Son, the original contractors. The
referees decided that the plaintiffs had no
cause for action.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
NE W CASTL II.

Special Correspondence of Gazette and journal.
New CASTLE, June 9.-Ths Methodist
congregation OF this city celebrated
ohildren's day in the ohuroh yesterday.
The building WAS Handsomely decorated
with flowers and greens. The music uD-
der the direction Of John B. Manlovs was
excellent. Addresses were made by
several pupils. Both morning and even
ing services were attended by large
audiences, and at the latter there WAS q
distribution Of centenary medals.
About $50 peesons went 10 Salem on
the <. of p. excursion Saturday night.
The knights were met upon their arrival
at Salem by the lodge OF that place and
amid illuminations, oolored lights and
fireworks, were escorted TO the castle Of
the order, and there received by the
officers aud the grand chancellor Of the
state Of New Jersey. The hosts then
entertained the guests with refreshments.
The exoursionists lef. Salem about IL
O'Clock, arriving here at 1880
Bishop Becker offioiated al the Catholic
church yesterday morning and evening.
were confirmed, the services being per-
ioiuod py tho plouop hbbinsou W VIC NOV
Father Rubmsp.
The l. n & sous flour mill, which has
been shut dJEn fol several weeks, las
about oompletuu repairs Aid will resume
operations iu a few days.
The uorcGleRn base bsll club defeated
he loe Boya on Saturday in game OF 10
uniDss by score of 13 to IL.
New CASTLE, June 1.-THE Meth cd ist
Sunday school excursion yesterday WAS
a success beyond all expectation. Nearly
500 took passage on the Clyde, but q
pumber of them only went as far as
Philadelphia. The Sunday school will
net about $75 or $50 on the venture.
The barge Minnie, now at the railroad
wharf, will load with ship timber for
Whitehall, N. Y.
A tramp arrested by Officer Guilfoy
yesterday WAS given 80 days on the
charge of vagranoy.
The schooner Peoora cleared yesterday
for Wareham, Mass, with cargo Of corn
consigned by the William Lea & Sons
Company to firm at that port.
William J. Ferris left this oity on Mon
day for Montreal, Canada, where he will
spend week or two.
The game between the Artists and
Nameless at Beverly Park yesterday re.
suited 27 to 8 in favor Of the Artists.
Spring Garden Farm, containing sbou,
300 acres Of isnd, large dwelling house
and barn, &c., situated on th outskirts
OF the oity, will be sold at public sale al
the Jefferson House on the 26th inst.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
Hurst q Torpedo.

Two boys, Moses Cook and Charles
o'Conner, aged respectively IL AID IL
years, ran away from home on Sunday
AID while walking on the railroad in the
vicinity OF Thurlow, Monday afternoon,
found torpedo. Moses Cook hit torpedo
with stone and an explosion followed.
His hand WAS almost blown to pieoes and
0'Conner had two fingers badly burned.
They were put on train at Thurlow and
brought to this city. DR.. Cooper, who Ii
attending Cook, says his hand may have
to bs Amputated. .-....
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
DEJc8 Utter LOON ED UP.
A MissOurian Method or Compelling
"a Resfarntiat d n Etaleu Funds


KANSAS CITY, June 1l-Tbe dissp-
psArspcs OF AIRED Sheldon, the suHas
City agent of the Blue Springs (Mo.)
Milling Company, noted some weeks ago,
hsa become more mysterious. Sheldon is
sn Euglishmnn OF considerable property
and when he disappeared there were
rumors of shortage in his scoounts. Mrs
Sheldon has since received two
letters which she recognized as her
husbands. One is dated Kansas City the
other Blue Springs, in which Sheldon
says he Ia held in duranoe by command OF
the members or the milling company who
claim the shortage and demand !, q
settlement.
The friends OF Sheldon In England
have referred the matter to the British
government, and the authorities have
instructed the Euglish consul at New
York to investigate the case. Letter5 Of
inquiry from the consul have been
received here by the police officials.
The members OF the milling company
deny all knowledge OF Sheldon's move.
ments, but express the opinion that he
has gone to England.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
FuueraI 0f Michael Kane.

Michael Kane, who died at the resi-
denoe of his son -in-law, James Joyce, No.
2O5 searles street, on Saturday last, was
buried in the New Cathedral cemetery
yesterday. Services were conducted at
st. Paul's Catholic Church by the Rev.
Father Finn. Mr.. Kane fell from a
vessel at the shipyard of the Harlan &
Hollingsworth Company about year ago
and was 80 seriously injured that he had
not been able 10 work since.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
4 nnnhIa neranIfnr

George NJ. Rupert, Bsq., ex-tressursr
of the borough Of West Chester, and
arrested for embezzling about IS, 900 Of
the funds entrusted to his keeping, has
slao been arrested for embezzling $40, 900
OF the Penn Mutusl Fire Insurance. Com
psny's money. He was secretary and
treasurer of the company. Mr.. Rupert
waived a hearing and entered bail for
$5, 900 for trial.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12

Charles NJ. Carey, Commander Of the
Delaware Department, g. A. R., extends
thanks to the militia Of Delaware, ladies,
children and others who participated and
assisted in memorial day exercises.
George W. Johnson who was convicted
Of keeping jug tavern near Marydel, and
sentenced to 80 days imprisonment and
Sl00 fine WAS released from custody yes
terday after having pleaded the pauper
sot, his sentence having expired.
Letter Of administration have been
granted as follows by Register Bisgs I:
On the estate Of Mary N. Phillips TO
Edwin H. Gsyley on the estate OF
Rdgar r. Springer to Levi H. Springer
and on the estate Of R. H. BliAson tc
| Sarah T. Eliason.
Delaware gazette and state journal., 1884-06-12
MIDDLE LEJOUN.

Special Correspondence of Gazette and journal.
MIDDLETowS, June 9.-Childrsn's day
exercises were held in the Methodist
church yesterday. They were interest
ing and attended by large audiences both
afternoon and evening.
w. NJ. Vandegrift's new store and
dwelling is nearly finished.
Horace Mcdowell is seriously Ill.
A new brass band is being organised
in this town.
C. C. Sellers will operate his evaporat
ing house again this season, employing
about 200 hands.
The dry weather Of the past week has
greatly decreased the strawberry crop in
this section.