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Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
Talbot LENDS nEH soAEFo1D


haAbtOn Leugor.
Sheriff Melvin of Dorchester, came
over here few days ago and borrowed
the county soaffold. Dorchester hiss no
scaffold Of its own, but If the hanging
business continues as brisk over there as
it has been Of late years, the county
ought to have one Of its own. Mean
while Dorset is of course, welcome to use
Talbot's. Sosffolds are made to be used,
and Talbot likes to be nei borly.
This soaffold was made by the late
Capt. W. D. Doberts, and ia an ingenious
piece Of mechanism. On 1t there can be
no bungling In the drop. II the sheriff
adjusts the rope properly the sosffold
will do its work right. Five persons
have gone to that portion OF the bourne
whence no traveller returns allotted to
murderers by way of this scaffold.
Cephas will make the sixth. The five
were Fred Lawrence, Ernest Smith and
George Wheeler Of Talbot, and William
MoCotter and George Lake Of Dorchester.
They were all negroes, except McCotter.
He was hanged for the murder Of Robert
Insley OF Dorchester. Cephas will be
hanged the first Friday in August.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31

FATHER X KEENAN,.
Death From Consumption Thursday
MRrmLnR-IAta Gnraar.

Morntng-Ihts Career.
The Rev. Richard II. Keenan,, assistant
pastor OF St. Paul's Catholic Church, died
OF consumption, at the psrochisl resi-.
denoe, Third and jackson streets, Thurs
day morning at z o'clock, Although a con-
sumptive for several years he had been
confined to bed only for few weeks.
He was born near New Castle and was
about 25 years of age. His early educA.
tion was received in the public schoo]s OF
this city. He was one Of the first
graduates Of the high school and the first
recipient Of the Adams prize for pro-
foienoy in English grammar. He was
also graduate Of Mount st. Mary's
College at Bmmittsburg, Maryland.
There he took the degree OF
A. NJ. From that institution he went to
the American College at Lourain, Bel
GUM, and at the close OF his course, he
returned to the United States, then being
too young for ordination. In 1882 he
was ordained at Emmittsburg by Bishop
ShannAhan Of Harrisburg. He taught
philosophy for one term at Mount st.
Mary's College, and on his return to Will
mington WAS appointed assistant pastor
Of st. Paul's sCburch. His funeral
took place from that church at 10 O'Clock
on Saturday morning.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
TIE WATER DEPARTMENT.
ChiefEnRtneer McInftre Enters Upon
the nnfian nf n Ii Esnnfafnn.

Chief fEnRtneer mcIntfre Enters Upon
the Duties Of His Position.
II. B. McIntire, who was elected chief
engineer Of the water department by the
water commission nearly year ago, took
formal charge Of the department yester-
day week, when, in the presence Of
his counsel, George Fl. Bates, ESQ.,, and
BENZ Nields, ESQ.,, counsel for Mr..
Coyle, the latter turned over to him the
office keys and effects Of the department.
In view OF the prevalence Of an i'm
preston that the commission would
reinstate some Of the department
employees recently removed by City
Councils water committee, several Of
them were noticed hanging expectantly
around the department office this
morning.
The water commissioners held an inter-
esting session lasting three hours, Thurs
day evening, and in addition to taking q
general review Of department affairs, re-
instated the following department en-
ployes who were recently discharged by
the water committee Of City Council /:
Augustus L. Southland, engineer at the
city mill in place Of Alfred L. Carmichael,
appointed by the water committee. Edward
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place Of Robert c. Shaw.
John Dougherty foreman of department
laborers, in place of Charles Thomas.
In addition the services OF Samuel 8.
Curlett, the water committees sppointee
for collector and inspector, were dispensed
with, and George H. P. Simmons, who
has been holding on to this position upon
the authority of Commissioner Porter
ever since the change In City Council,
was continued in office.
Chief Engineer MoIntire attended the
meeting Of the commission, but he WAS
given no authority in the selection OF en-
ployes except for drillers, for which i'm
portant positions he selected John Gill
and Michael Walsh. The changes, It is
rumored were mainly effected by the
votes Of Commissioners Porter aud Febi-
ger.
The commissioners instructed the
registrar to notify persons owing water
tax that the face of the bill will be
accepted until August 18th, after which
date 10 per cent will be added.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
A BEMARkABLE PRISONER.
He Escapes the GaIIows and Then
Breaks jail. ... e....

Breaks jail. ... e....
SPRING PLACE, Ga, July 24.-The es-
cspe OF Andrew Rowland, who was looked
up in an iron cage in jail, adds another
chapter to the story of . remarkable
prisoner. About three years ago Row
land killed man and escaped, eludinR
the vigilance OF officers for over two
years, Notwithstanding that he spent
most OF the time in his old haunts.
He was finally caught, however,
convicted, and sentenced to be
hanged on the 4th Of last April. Up 10
the day on which the execution WAS to
have taken place no move had been
taken to interfere with its due process.
Accordingly, next day 1t was announced
in several newspapers that he had been
executed, and one Of them gave very
pathetic death scene. The fact was that
at the very last moment RowlAnd's at
torney made application for a new trial
and he was given longer lease Of life.
Murray county jail is two-story affair.
In the second story Rowland was placed
with other prisoners.
One night in May the whole party ss-
capped by q rope made Of strips Of
blankets. A week later dogs barking at
haysteok on the edge OF the town at
traeted attention. Huddled up In the
haystack was found the escaped mur-
derer, almost starved to death and suffer-
ing from broken leg. 1t seems that on
the night when the escape was effected
Rowland was the last to attempt to alp
down the improvised rope, which
broke, throwing him to the ground
and breaking his leg. His COM
panions fed for their own safety,
leaving Rowland to help himself. he
crawled into an unused cellar Of house
across the street, and remained hidden
there until Sunday night following,
when, the family being at church, he
dragged himself up into the house IN
hope OF getting food. He could not
reach 1t, however, and crswled to the
haystack where he was found. Having
been nursed back into health, he has .
second time made his escape from jail,
and Is now at large.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31

Special Correspondence OF Gazette aud journal.
DOVER, July 25.-The ratification meet
ing which was held in court house hall
on Thursday evening by the Young Mems
Cleveland and Hendricks Club Of East
Dover was, Notwithstanding the storm,
largely attended. Letters were read from
Senator Bsyard, ex-Coogressman Bggs,
Governor stockley and George Il. Bates,
Bsq., expressing their regret at not being
able to be present and address the meet
ing. The speakers were Hons. Z. L.
Martin and C. B. Lore and Secretary Of
State W. F. Csusey. Hon. Eli Salisbury,
at the request Of the president, read a
series of resolutions, which were unsni-
mously adopted. The speakers were
loudly applauded, aud were listened to
with the closest attention. The meeting
was an enthusiastic one. Had the even
ing been propitious there would not have
been standing room in the hall. The
mention of Cleveland and Hendricks
names was always greeted with applause.
The State Capitol Band furnished the
music.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
a hnrrhn FROM oLkr ELAAD.
Dover People PIedgtBg Their Sup
port 20 ahe Democratic Nominee
His Response.

HIS Response.
There has been some correspondence
between Governor Cleveland and some
Democrats in Dover. X. 7. Cooper, Esq =,
who attended the Chicago convention
with the Delaware delegation in the in
terest OF Senator Bsyard, ore day last
week wrote Governor Cleveland stating
that the Democracy Of Delaware were
very anxious TO secure the nomination
Of Senator BayArd, but as the convention
saw proper to nominate himself, he could
count on 3 solid support Of Delaware for
Cleveland and Hendricks. In two days
he received the following reply in the
governors own handwr. ting:
EXECUTIVE MANSION, ALBANY, July 10, 1884
-E. Z. Cooper, Esq, DEAR Sir: Allow me
to thank you for your kind letter, and to
assure you that fully appreciate the hearth
ness OF your promises Of aid from the State
Of Thomas +. Bayard. 1t would be strange
II Delaware should be cold to the interests
and claims Of such q citizen,
Yours sincerely, GRovER CLEVELAND.
Andrew J. Wilson has written the
governor q characteristic letter. He
wrote him that the people Of Dover were
solid for him, but that he hoped he
would cut his letter of acceptance short
and not initiate Blaine In such q lengthy
document that Blaine's letter read more
like an inaugural address than letter of
acceptance, and he supposed the reason
Blaine had written letter like an in
augural was because he knew that would
be the last chance he would ever get.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31

PORTLAND, OREGON, July 27.-Ths mu-
tilated body Of Fes Gung, well.known
Chinese merchant OF Olympia, W. Twas
found yesterday in the timber near that
place. BE had evidently been murdered,
as the body had been hacked almost Ia
pieces with knives. The remains were in
an advanced stage of decay. Fee Gung
mysteriously disappeared two weeks ago,
having in his possession $500. No money
was found on the body. When last seer
Fee Gung was In company with Sam
Gong and Mong Gong, and an investiga'
tion shows that they are the guilty per.
sons. Both have fed to British Columbia
and officers are in pursuit Of them.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
Excursion to BrandywIne summi,..

During the camp meeting at Brandy
wine Summit, Delaware county, Pa,
whiobs began July 28th and continues
until August 9Th, she Wilmington &
Northern Railroad Company will sell
special excursion tickets TO and from
GranoRue at reduced rates. Trains will
leave this city at a. M, LOB, 8 and 10
p. m. on Sunday at s Is a. m Return
ing they will leave Granogue at 8 0s and
10 Al a. M, and IL p. m. on Sunday
at 81 p. m. The fare for the round trip
has been placed at 70 cents.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31

About 80 Italians employed on the
Baltimore & Philadelphia railroad near
Bsyview laid down the shovel and the bce
Wednesday week and packed their trunks
for trip to Pittsburg. It could not be
ascertsined from the leader OF the gang
why they stopped work 80 suddenly, but
1t is generally understood that they are
not the most Industrious of men and will
probably sdorn the corners of the streets
Of the Smoky City.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
shot WhtIe GINNING.

baitilioIe AuorlShn hpeClhl.
OCEAN Cry, Md, July 25.-William
Hudson, a resident Of Worcester county,
accidentally shot himself yesterday while
cunning. he and 8 companion had gone
down the bay about two miles below
Ocean City and were running, when
Hudson, in the act Of taking up his gun
to shoot passing bird, drew it toward
him.by the muzzle. 1t was discharged,
the load entering the arm below
the elbow, shatteriug the forearm nearly
to pieces. A half hours brisk sailing
brought him here, where the best
surgical aid was secured. DR.. Pitts of
Berlin, assisted by DR.. Stokes, resident
physician. amputated his arm. Great
hope WAS entertained Of his recovery
after the smputation, but the excessive
loss Of blood before the operation rem
dered him too weak to rally. He died
early this morning.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
K1lIed Near North East.

A dispatch from Port Deposit to the
Baltimore american dated July 23i, says
The limited express snuth on the Phila-
delphia, Wilmington & Baltimore railroad
this afternoon, when just south OF North
Ing on the track. The train
was stopped, and the man was
found to have been killed, his skull be
ing badly crushed and arm broken. His
remains were brought to Perryville, and
inferred there to night by the railroad
officials, Coroner Abrshams declining TO
hold an inquest. From papers found in
his pockets his name Is Thought to be
Wilhelm Lieske, and 1t ia believed that
he was from Buffalo, N. Y.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
A neasian soldier IN r,chsn.

William Passmcre of Christiana hum
dred, while strolling the old graveyard
at Ksnnett Square, Chester county, Pa,
recently discovered licheD growing
upon the grave OF q British soldier, who
fell in the Revolutionary war. The plant
outlined Hessian soldier prepared for
action. Several others were shown the
curriously shaped plant, and all recog-
nizsd the likeness. It is still growing,
and as the plant develops the peculiar
outlines GROW more emphatic.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
Jacob Tomo,a IihsraIitx.

Jacob Tome Of Port Deposit has as
sumed the entire cost Of the new soien-
tifio building being erected at Dickinson
College. This admirable structure is to
cost S25, 900, and as the contributions
thereto are released by the noble gift OF
Mr.. Tome, the effect is the addition Of
that amount to the permanent funds Of
the college. In recognition Of his gener-
ous deed the authorities Of the college
have taken order naming the edihce the
,IAoob Tome Scientific Building.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
on cap Hats for Trnmps.

A new business has been started by
tramps along the line Of the Camden 4
Atlantic railroad. They watch the ax-
cursion trains as they pass mp and down
the road, and by any means draw the at
tsntion Of the exoursionists to their
antics. The passengers wave their hats,
which the wind generally carries ont Of
their hands, and the wary tramp gathers
them In. One collected three, Sunday
and sold them for Is cents each.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
ne was Too Tired 10 walk.

A few days ago three fishermen left
their boat at the Kennebec ice company's
wharf, and while it was being loaded
with broken ios came up town to see
some fun. Whey they started back their
heads were somewhat befuddled with
liquor. and instead OF going to Third
street bridge they went direct to Fourth
street wharf. There they discovered
their mistake, and while two of them
decided to walk around to the bridge the
third declared that he was ''too tired to
walk" and handing his hat to his com.
panions rprang into the water and swan
to the boat on the other side Of the creek
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
F,rs, Romapce or ,pa so..ou.

Atlantic City correspondence Philadelphia Press.
One Of the first romanoes Of the season
illuminated last Sunday evening, when
Mr.. Charles h. Gray, a well-known
Philadelphian, was married to Mrs.
Marion NJ. Taylor Of Wilmington, Del.
The ceremony was performed by the Rev.
Arnold Pismer Of the German Presby-
tsrisn Church here. Mr.. and Mrs. Stray
will make tour Of the seaside resorts
and then 20 to New York, where they
will reside permanently.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31

The funeral Of the Rev. John Shilling
took place from 81. Paul's NJ. K. Church
Thursday afternoon. There was large
conoourse Of friends In attendance
aud several olergymen. The pail
bearers were members of Hope Lodge,
No. 81, l. o. o. F., Of which the deceased
was q member. After services In the
church the remains were taken to River
view cemetery for interment.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
Fifty Years a Priest.

August Oath is the fftieth anniversary
Of the Rev. Patrick Reilly's entrance into
the priesthood. The event will be appro-
priatsly noticed at st. Mary's on that
day, when solemn pontifoisl high
mass will be celebrated by Bishop Becker.
The local clergy Of Wilmington have not
as yet made any arrangements for the
occasion.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31

RoCKLAND, ME-, July 25.-Captain
Traynor in his dory, the Harold r.
Bibber, landed at Matinicus Island, Me-,
on Wednesday afternoon In nine days
from New York, and proceeded next
morning for Bristol, England. he was in
good health and confident Of reaching his
daatiu atton
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
Young Lady Attaeksd.

LOUISVILLE, Kr., July PA special
from Parksville, KY, says Miss Rose J.
Woods was attacked near here by two
negroes, Joe Caldwell and Millard Clark.
The negroes have been arrested, but the
young lady cannot be found.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
Hot weather and q storm.

DEs MoINEs, IA, July 24.-Yesterday
was the hottest day Of the season, the
thermometer standing 1910. Three cases
Of sunstroke occurred. Last night q
storm set in, and several buildings were
struck by lightning and burned loss,
A1O. 600.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
Drowned From n Yncnt.

CHICAGO, July 2s.-Yestsrday afternoon
while party was yachting on the lake,
Miss Mamie LAWS fell overheard. Otto
MulhArt, the owner Of the yacht, though
unable TO swim, plunged In to save her.
Both were drowned.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31
DIareputable Hou.ea blown Up.

sABrEA, o., July 24.-Two houses Of
ilI-tame were blown up by citizens yes
terdAy with giant powder. The inmates
were. allowed to depart. No one was
hurt.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31

TOPEKA, KAN, July 25.-ssyen persons
were bitten by mad dog yesterday at
Newman station on the Union Pacific road
10 miles east Of here.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31

John LArkin is plAstsring the Brandy
wine N. Z. Church. 1t will be painted
! q dark brown color on the outside.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31

A stable costing 1000 will be built at
ClAymont for Gen. /. J. Wistar Of Phjls.
delphiA by Bailey & Hughes Of this city.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1884-07-31

PiTrsBURe, Pa, July 25 j. s. Littell
Of Newark, N. j., received the following
telegram this morning, from ex-Governor
St. John:
ROCHESTER,, N. Y, July 25.-To Hon.
john B. Finch, George R. Scott, or NJ. B.
Bennett: l was at Lakeside yesser-
day and did not receive your
te egram until this morning. While
| did not seek or desire the
nomination, greatly appreciate the
unaminity with which 1t was given, as
we'll as the honor 1t conferred. / can
only say now that acquiescs in the
action Of the convention and looking TO
God for his guidance shall try to do my
duty. JoH5 P. ST. JOHN.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-31
Tree Trimming.

A number of our people have undertaken
the job of trimming up their shade trees,
both along their side walks and on their
premises. II is quite perplexing matter
to decide just how trees shall be trimmed
for the best effect and Mt the same time not
mar the beauty of any single tree. The
under trimming should be of uniform
heights if possible, at least as to the foliage,
even If the larger limbs are not cut away.
But we guess the best way is to decide on
the height, which should be great enough to
permit all the entire home surroundings to
be seen, then apply the saw determinedly.
Judge W. c. Little has just finished trim
ming up his place, adding no little to its at
Effectiveness, and those contemplating the
work would do well to study up the effect
Of his work.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-31
CHURCH NOTES.

Services will be held in the various
churches of the city to-day, ms follows:
Services of the Methodist church will b.
held in the Rink as usual. Preaching morn
ing and evening by the pastor, Rev. Phil
lips. Sunday school at 2:30.
Rev. J. w. Turner will conduct services
at the A. NJ. Z. church morning and even
ing. Sunday school at the usual hour.
Rev. +. w. Harper has returned from his
summer vacation, and will preach morning
and evening at the Baptist church. Sum
doy school at the usual hour. The Sunday
school will have services Of welcoming ma
ture, and appropriate to the return Of theil
pastor. The public are cordially invited to
attend.
Rev. /. G. Brown will conduct services at
Russell hall at II o'clock this morning.
There will be no preaching at the Presby-
terrain church to-day, but Sunday school
will be had at the regular hour.
Preaching at the Episcopal church morn
ing and evening.
Father Kelley will hold services at the
Catholic church at 1890 a. M, and at 1880
in the evening.
Regular services at the other churches OF
the city.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-31

The Waite Union Square Comedy COM
pany closed their highly successful engage
ment in this city last evening, in "My Part
ner," to fair audience. J. w. Garner, as
"Joe Saunders" the big hearted, gener-
Gus partner, wac greeted with storms
of applause. Miss Nelson, as "Mary Bran
don" won the sympathy and favor of her
audi ence. Mr.. j. X. Waite as "Major Henry
Clay Brett" candidate for reelection to
the legislature. conducted the campaign on
purely Democratic principles. The entire
company sustained their parts in most
creditable manner. but we think the harrno-
ny Of the piece would have been sustained
much more perfect had Miss Jessie Hoyt
been more conversant with the part Of
Grace Brandon, which character she repre-
sented.
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-31
A SuCCNSS

The Chicago Bargain House Of which w.
B. Hull and B. b. Hull are proprietors.
These two young business men came to build
ups reputation for selling at the lowest pos
sible prices; 10 handle class Of 6ne and
fancy goods, such as are usually retaiIed ut
large profits. Mr.. W. b. Hull lie now East
buying goods, and the Ladies may expect
soon to see large line Of Fall millinery,
also complete stock OF Winter Garments.
This firm say they will sell Clocks this fall
At prices that will astonish some Of the old
merchants. Prices should come down In
Wichita. Goods have been sold at fearful
profits. Hull Brothers will have in soon,
FAN and Winter Dress Goods, Silks, Vel
vets, Hosiery, shawls. Blankets, Yarns,
Fiannels. aud select stock Of Ladies'
Misses and Chiidren's fine shoes. The
cash system is rigedly adhered to. This 10
the modern and successful way OF doing
business dss-7wsi-lt
Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1884-1886, 1884-08-31
SPECIAL NOTICES.


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