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Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1884-03-01
rno "Sew Era" ON Herr smith.

Lancaster Inquirer.
"a Republican OF Republicans" OF
course no is. He exemplitled this by his
exceedingly able support OF the anti
Chinese bill, a measure which his organ
tho NeU Era-declared was "a
triumph of the HoOdlums in AMI out Of
Congress !" and by his vote for tho Fitz
John Porter relief bill, measure that his
home organ said oonld only be paralleled
by an attempt to " whitewash the reputa-
tion of Benedict Arnold"
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1884-03-01
The Poultry Association.

A regular monthly meeting Of
caster County Poultry association
held on Monday next, March 3D.
q. m. at the Office of Jacob
Rhoads' building, West King st
important matters are TO be cons
isdssirsd that there be q full at
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1884-03-01
The Tattooed woman's Babe.

Laura Sayernie. known in all museums
and circuses as the tattooed woman, gave
birth on Thursday night in Baltimore, TO
a boy baby who bears upon his body all
the marks possessed by his mother. The
ooy Is bouncing little fellow, and both
ne and his mother are doing we'll. The
latter and her husband came there about a
week ago, their last exhibition having
oeen at Frederick, on Washington's s
olrthday. The mothers married name 10
Mrs. Adolph Morath. DR.. a. Treeo
Shertzer attended the woman, aud was
very much surprised when he found the
babes skin marked as II with Iudia ink,
Upon 1t are designs of flowers, leaves, an
anchor and chain, an eagle aud o.her
figures.
cut All Night In the Gold.
Samuel Rumford, Frank Rumford, T..
Neal and j. N. Derbershire, OF Chester,
went over to Chester Island cunning for
wild ducks Thursday morning and the
wind was blowing 80 hard that they were
afraid to venture back in their small
skihs, 30 were compelled TO stay there ali
night and all day Friday without food or
fire. They spent their time in walking up
and down the island trying to keep warm.
Friday evening some parties from this
city started over in fishing skiff and
rescued them. When found Frank Rum
ford was almost dead from cold.
burned TO Death.
Lawrence Clement, farmer, living
near Lamar, Mo-, was burned to death on
Friday morning In fire which destroyed
his dwelling,
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1884-03-01

THERE is movement on foot in the
New York Legislature to take away from
the board of aldermen in New York city
the right of confirming the mayors nom
nations of heads of city departments. AS
this prerogative gives the board its auto
cratic power, there will be a stern fight for
its retention.
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1884-03-01
TO rHK arrEN,s HEALTH .

1 drink-I dare not say to whom
A queen mot England's queen, but mlno
! drink to one whose pure young lips
Are richer than the wine.
Unto her hazel eyes I drink
And to her nut.brown hair
And 20 the dainty sea-shell pink
Her dimpled cheeks doth wear.
l would that might breathe her name,
NY simple song would grow divine.
Even AS these molten emOers turn
when split forever TO holy wine.
IT r. Alirtch
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1884-03-01

THE negro song that refers to the
necessity of getting away from the window
through fear of the razors a hyin'
through the air" must have had reference
to the cutting winds that now assail the
unfortunate pedestrian whose business
calls him abroad.
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1884-03-01

MARCH is very leonine now, but it will
be exceedingly lamb like when the time
comes for its parting.
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1884-03-01

The committee on territories of tho
Senate have reported a bill to enable
the people of Southern Dakota to
form constitution and state government
and for the admission of that part of the
present territory Of Dakota as state and
the creation of the northern part into a
separate territory. Dakota seems to pre-
fer the distinction of being the smalles
frog In big pond, rather than the kint
frog Of little pond.
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1884-03-01
burned to Death.

Lawrence Clement, farmer, living
near Lamar, Mo-, was burned to death on
Friday morning In fire which destroyed
his dwelling,
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1884-03-01

The dynamite explosions in London are
very similar in one sense to the robberies
that occurred in the neighborhood Of the
Welsh mountains after the escape of the
jail birds from the county prison. All
unexplained robberies were promptly
attributed to the escaped oonvicts, just as
explosions in England are now
firmly believed to be Of Irish Ameri.
can origin. The London Times makes
broad assertion when it says "We know
that the Americans are aware of the idcu-
tity OF the plottcrs of these outrages :"
II two or three Drained English
idiots were to place dynamite explosives
in American government buildings, few
sensible people would be found to believe
that the English government was in col
luson with the sneaking Villains
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1884-03-01

GLADsToSE's new franchise bill, 1t /:
claimed by the premier, will increase the
voting power Of the United Kingdom by
about 9, ,O00, 900. or this number England
would furnish /, 300, 900, Ireland 100000,
and Scotland 100000 This movement OF
the grand old man" OF Hawarden to get
down nearer TO the people, the source OF
all government, If successful, will add one
more to the many laurels in the cause OF
humanity gained by the great English
Liberal in the course of his political career.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

FRUITS OF MALONE RULE-The Supreme
Court to-day In the case of the Commission
ers of the Sinking Fund of the State of Vir.
ginia vs. the Kendall Bank-Note Company,
rendered an opinion in favor OF the Bank
Note Company. The case went up to the
Supreme Court upon q writ of error to a
Judgment of the Circuit Court Of Richmond
city rendered on the 18th day of January,
1884, in an action of assumpsit brought by
the Kendall Bank-Note Company against
the plaintiff in error, in which a Judgment
was rendered against them for $50 900 dam
ages. This decision establishes debt for
the Commonwealth of $50 900, aud is some
of the fruits of Malone rule. The General
Assembly will, however, have to make an
appropriation sufficient to cover the Gebt
before the Kendall Bank Note Company
can get the money.-Richmond State.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21
AUCTION SALES.
By r. T. Lucas. Auctioneer,

ON WEDNESDAY, November 26th, at twelve
" o'clock ~ :, l will offer for sale at the Royal
street entrance TO the Market building, the fol
lowing described property. belonging to the es'
tate of the late james E. McGraw. viz:
/. LOT OH the south side of Queen street, 1OC
feet east of Henry street, and running east with
Queen street % feet; then south 100 feet to 10
feet alley then west % feet then north to the
beginning. Said lot is improved by TWO FRAME
HOUSES separated By three feet alley.
,. ONE SQUARE OF GROUND, bounded By
Prndletou, y the, West aud Payne streets, en-
closed by paliug fence. Tive flue crops of clover
can he cut from this lot next summer.
Terms made known on day of sale.
novlS-,s L. 7. LUCAS, Aucir.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21
LOCAL BREVITIEs.

Miss Rosalie Jones, of Norfolk, is visiting
Mrs Critcher, on Prince street.
Miss Annie Lunt, sister of the late Sam
uel H. Lunt, of this city, died at Chicago on
sunday last.
A marriage license was issued 10 Wash
ingsou Yesterday to II. B. Pullman and Su-
sic L. Downey, both of this city.
Tho police report last night as being clear
and cool, with five dodgers but no prisoners
at the station house. The Mayor this morn
ing had no cases before him for trial.
Mr.. John Hadley, who for some time past
has been in charge of the works of the Po-
tomac Manufacturing Company of this city,
has been removed, to curtail expenses
No Que will be appointed to his place. for
the present at least.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

LADIES FAIR-The fne weather of last
evening brought to Armory Hall large
rumbpr Of persons. All who were there
seemed to enjoy themselves, and everything
rassed off pleasantly. Tomorrow after
n,on the hall will be open, in order to ac-
,vmmodate ladies and children who can
10, attend at night, and the price of ad-
mission on that occasion will be only five
c.n.s. The Fair will positively close to-
morrow night. Following is the result of
,ae voting On the different prizes to date:
Watrh-Henry Strauss %. J. r. Cation s,
Capt. Henry Graham 26.
BraceI,ts-M Minnie Crump 81, Matte Ra-
,aey Ii, EVE Miller 5.
Rrga!ia Will Lyles ), Will Taylor l6, +.
tiermoah ).
Easy chair-Rev. c. B. Middleton 5, Rev.
John Edwards 4, Rev. o. F. Hippo 6.
Silver headed cane TO LATEST person at
tending Fair-R. f. Knight ., Joseph F.
G!over2, Julian Moore /, Ed. Hantzmon l,
George K. Smith l.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

FiRE.-The alarm of fire shortly before
- o'clock to-day, which brought out the
entire department, was caused by the slight
burii'g of tie back building of frame
dwelling in the alley in the rare "f Fayette
street, near the A. & T. railroad depot oe-
cupieG by colored man.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

HOTEL Observation-Disclosures House.
A. Hirsh and C. E. Elliott, New York e.
G. Goss, Bath, Me-; Gen. T. t. Newell
Adrian, Mich E. w. Skinner and wife,
Fauquier CO.; r. Love, Va; S. I. Ashton,
Md; H. 3. Payne, Baltimore; K. T. Bar
ton and ]. O. Neil Phila.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

ACCIDENTS. Charles Hawkins, son Of Mr..
!. II Hawkins, who lives on south Columbus
:,r...t while :,ii .ing on the cars in the yard
O. the Virginia Midland railway yesterday,
lei iro.n TIE tvp Of one aud painfully cut
bi. hcud. lh- wonder is that more &C.
cidenls, and Of Il more serious nature, do
not occur al that place.
Mr.. Norvai Shirley, of this city, brake
man on the IL < F. railway, while turning
switch bar at the depot of that company,
on Faye,te street, this morning was struck
by passing freight train and had his head
quite badly cut. His wound was at once
dressed and while it is not severe, Is OF a
very painful nature.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

FRIGHTENED. Andrew Nichols, an old
colored yood-saw; err while at work on
Wolfe street, between Fairfax and Lee, yes
terday morning, was so much frightened at
the sudden appearance of deg with tin
can tied to its tail that he ran and jumped
through coal holein the sidewalk and was
badly bruised.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

FELL IN THE CANAL Private Watch
man Horseman at the B. 4 z. Freight depot
in Washington reports that on Wednesday
night white man named George ". Amor,
of this county fell into james Creek Canal
and was rescued by him. The man was
taken to the Office at the depot and remain.
ed for some time aud was finally conveyed
to the hospital.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21
Cattle Markets.

GEORGETOWN CATTLE MAEAEf, No". 2p.-Saics
Of live stock. Drovrrs kcst tuesday IS follows:
50 "a:lle IN aud sold Best 4: 1a,'., gn"d NJ
Lao meaium n lad 10; co,irlun nj @liai.
700 sheep aud Lambs sheep It 3s-t amb, at
3k,a5t, 20 Cows and Calves Al SO $50
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

M1L1TARy.-Ata regular meeting OF the
Fredericksburg Grays, held at their Armory
on Wednesday night, Mr.. T. McCraeken
was elected Captain of the Company, to NIL
the vacancy occasioned by the resignation
Of Capt. NJ. B. Rowe.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

TsE Miners WAGES AND THE CANAL
The miners of Georges Creek are prepar-
lug reply to the coal companies in regard
to the reduction of wages, in which they
agree to accept the reduction under certain
conditions. It is stated that the companies
will be given until December 18th to reply
to the miners propositions. The reduction
"a wages at the time was unexpected, and
miners 10 the Cumberland region will act
without consulting Clear6eld.
A dispatch from Cumberland says the
canal will close in few days, in case this
severe winter weather continues. The
mountains are covered with snow, and in
Garrett county snow lies three inches deep.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21
Business Failures

New YORK, Nov 21-The business fail
ures throughout the country during The
past seven days number 24S
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21
AAlfsalsGrga 0azeffR
-
FRIDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER T.
LOCAL MATTERS.

For III. Middle Atlantic States slightly
warmer fair weather, light variable winds,
literally from west to south. For Satur-
i.v-Far and slightly warmer weather is
indicated.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

Flour is in fair receipt with transactions main.
IL confined to established brands. Wheat Is
steady and a shade better; 1000 bushels were
offered on change this morning and sold at ''aIS
for GOOD Fultz; rs for fair, and 50 for mixed; no
longberry was offered. Corn is iuiet and steady;
new white brought 4s to so: no yellow Corn or
Oats we're sold Bye firm and strong; ANAL LOT
of fair sold at 63. Produce is without material
change and in good receipt except Eggs which
are bringing outside figures.
BALTIMORE, Nov. 21.-va. 6's defd-; sonsoli-
new 10 4os 80: new IS 527s bid to-day.
Cotton steady middling 1Ot.a1Uss Flour steady
and quiet: Howard street and Western super
81 25a2 So; do extra 81 T6s3 81 do family
So 5Oa4 so; City Mills supor 81 25a2 70 do
extra SO O0A3 so; do Rio Brands 81 62a4 IS;
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21
THE WEATHER. There was very heavy

THE WEATHER. There was very heavy
frost last night, and this morning the sur
face of the earth had the appearance OF De-
inc covered with snow. About o'clock q
dense fog gathered, and for more than an
hour considerably interfered with naviga-
ton ON the river. Later the weather be-
came clear, and the day has been one of the
finest of the season.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

New YORK CArrLI.IARHEr,NUv. 20. -Brcycs-
%on.. for sale; dressed Beef dali ut Ts1nc per IL
for native sides. Shecp.-Vcry slow t. aGe, with s
Jul finish and 20 car loads 10 carry over; OK
trcmcs $:'a4 50 per 100 ID FOR Sheep, and Sis
) so for Lambs. Hogs.--About steady for live
Hogs at st 3Oai co per 100 lbs, with small lot:
of good state Hogs sold at 81 %
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21
MONETARY AND COMMERCIAL.

The week has been productive of nothing Of
Importance in financial OF commercial point Of
view ard general quiet appears to reign al over
the country, probably the result of the reaction
consequent upon the excitement caused by the
Presidential election. The produce markets have
been quiet ard prices continue to rule low.
Money is still qaotod abundant with limited
demand In Baltimore the rate is 41aa5 per CT,
while in New York call loans are made az 1a1 y
per cent. Government bonds are somewhat irreg-
ular, whilo State stocks are firm. Virgins con-
soils were sold iu Baltimore yesterday at 39ls AID
clcs.d 39a;O The 10 4Os were wanted al 50 Il.
with none offered. Consoi coupons of 1881 sold
at 81 IL. and closed 34a3t1s New 81 sold at o2i4
and 527s closing firm at 52Nsao27s. GalIosd
securities arc quiet and somewhat f1mer.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21
ADJUSTMENTS.

OPERA UsE-rHURSDAY, FRIDAY AND
" SATURDAY Nov. 90 p aud %.
SATURDAY MATINEE At 230 ?. NJ.
THE LELAND JUVENILE OPERA COMPANY
l.! lleir Great Creation of
QUE AMERICAN MlNl5T Err!
While nearly very ncmbcro Of tho Leland Opera
Co Is a spcc,. ! artist of rare merit they are AL
very young, aid refined people, wnose parents have
consented thu, they should appear before the
footlghts, oriy on TIE condition that they are
under The diTcrl c;apcTunage OF mir. aud Mrs
Leland, who ttarc5 with the Company.
This Company j. under great expense but
ihrorsh the .i..! a.cr1 they have Consented to
play ut the prpu#r prices OF 10. 70 aud 81 cents,
without extra charge for reserved seats.
Matinee prizes :nr Saturday at 80 p. IN. will
be-aduIts zoe; children Zoe, to all parts of the
bouse movie 1t
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

INTERCHANGEABLE large and cheerful
gathering filled the lecture room Of the Bap-
IL: Church, on Washington street, last
eight. aah the festivities were kept up till
!, i.ic hua: TIE supply al oysters, served
IL every variety, was abundant, ana the
;are. number Of supper tickets, sold before
The evening o! the entertainment, were
freely exchlngei for the tempting bivalves:
The refr.shmrpt table presented tasteful
and artistic appearance and was also large
iv patronizcd The supper was given un-
der the auspices Of the ladies of the church: :
They will continue their efforts in behalf OF
!he church. Their annual oyster supper Is
Il popular AMI literally Datronized instltu-
ton. Mr.. Fnppo SAYS the best men IN MS
church are the women To ali who en-
G, dragged the affair by their presence and
contributions he ladies desire to express
their appreciation and gratitude. The sup
er was success every way.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

NEW YORK, Nov. 21.--11 Il. m.-The stock
market has been rather quiet at the opening
there was decline of q to a per cent the latter
in Lake Shore and New York Central. Toward l
o'clock there was fractional recovery.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

BONDS PUEcuAsED-TLe Board of Sinking
Fund Commissioners met in Richmond YESTERDAY
and purchased the following bonds: Thomas
Branch 4 Co, 800 600 at SO; $25, 900 at 81
Campbell & SchooIcraft, 81 200 at 81 80. Dav-
export & Co, $4,000 at So; $4,000 at 55. P.
Milhiser, So, 900 at 52.7o. Stern Brothers, Bal
timore $4,000 at So so ; 50 500 NJ so 40 To-
tai. S94 700 of bonds, which were all that were
offered. for $50 54S1S.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

C1NcrSEATI Hoe MARKET, Nov. 2O.-Hogs
steady ant fra; common aud light So 35s4 50 /;
nacRirg and butchers bt 1uai O5: reccipts
5000 head: shipments 1000.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

OpERA.-The Leland Juvenile Opera
Company rendered Our American Minis
Ter" at the Opera House last night to very
fair audience Most of the performers az
quilted themselves creditably, and taking
into consideration the fact that the majority
of them were children their acting was re-
inarkabie. Miss Lillian Cameron, in her
role ofStella Clifton the Shipwrecked Prima
Donna Miss Jesse Cameron, in her creation
of Prince Dorchester, u deep died william :;
Mr.. VIM. Mitchell, the versatile actor 9
l.. :. Whz Inventor of the corn pad, -
general necctiator and L. s. Minister 10 the
Said!e;rs e Islands sn' Master Geo. Leland,
the pht nominal child actor IS years of ageJ,
and versa!st, in the role of King Rulo, were
lne favorites of the evening. The perform
,nre will be repeated tonight and to.mor-
row evening and night.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

CAPTURED From oystermen who ar
lived here this morning, it is learned that
the oyster sloops Janet and Samuel Gedney,
of this city, and another, whose name is not
known. were captured by the Maryland
authorities yesterday and taken to st.
Georges Island, where their crews are now
held on the charge of illegal dredging;
Parties interested have gone to Richmond
and will lay the matter before the Governor.
The men arrested claim that they are
licensed to dredge in the Potomac and thai
they violated none of the Maryland oyster
laws.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

" FAIRFAX IrEMs.-At the term of the
F>irfax County Court, just closed, the ad-
min.stration on Miss Julia Johns estate was
revoked and George Mason qualified as
administrator, de bonis non, on said estate
The order designating the Alexandria Jail
IA the iail of that county, was set aside and
rescinded. In the matter of the W., o. &
W.R. r., a motion to reduce assessment
was dock eted and continued.
Sheriff Saugster takes possession OF the
new Jail next week.
The health Of the Rev Frank Page has
so far improved that he expects to return to
his work and preach in his church at the
Court House on the 7th of December next
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

Chicago CATTLE MARKET. Nov. 2O.-Cattle -
Supply largely Of range Cattle; desirable natives
a shade higher; common grades weak fair to
cho CO 81 1O,; 80. Hog, Market active and
10si55 higher: heavy packers 81 3Oa4 %; fancy
81 10; mixed ST I0a4 % light 81 lDa4 40.
Shecp--AIsrke. ialry active 1T unchanged prices
poor 10 chyi,e - DAD ~.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

FREDERICKSBURG MARKET. Nov. 2O.-The
market Is without animation and prices have un
dergone little or no change. Flour So 5Oa5 90
as to brand. Wheat quoted at 75aS7 Corn 45a
At; Rye 5Oa52 and Oats 30s35.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

NEW YORK, Nov. 2l.-Stocks strong and nigh
CT. Money easy. Cotton quiet; uplands lO1R !;
Orleans 1913. Flour dull and declining. Wheat
1sat.c better. Corn 1s,Ss" lower and heavy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1884-11-21

RICHMOND MARKET, Nov. 2O.-The market is
quiet though there is an increase in the receipts
of produce, principally Wheat. Flour dull. Or
ferings of about 1900 bushels of Wheat with
sales Of white at sc: mixed at 92; longberry at
s6a93 and shor,berry at 60a9s. Sales Of good
white Corn at 80 No sales of Rye or Oats re-
ported.
The Ottawa free trader., 1884-10-25
OHIO AND WEST VIRGINIA.

The official count in Ohio places the
majority of Robinson, the head Of the Re
publican state ticket, at 900. AS the
vote of the Prohibtionists and Greenback-
ers reached about 10000, his absolute mi
nority Is but 1000, against an absolute ma
| iOrity of 24,0O0 for Garfield in 1880.
1t Is noticed that all the Republican
gains in Ohio over last year, when the
Democrats carried the state, were in the
cities, Their gain in Cincinnati and Cleve-
land alone was equal TO $1,000, while in the
rural districts the Democrats almost uni.
formly maintained their majorities of 1888.
Thus while this result shows that the
Blaine hppodrome itself had no apprecia-
bic influence, the concentration of the
agencies of Johnny Davenport Commits
sioner Dudley and Steve Elkins with his
money bags on the cities was startlingly
fruitful of corrupting and damning results
The vote of West Virginia has not yet
been officially declared, but ID. G. Gallagher,
chairman of the Democratic State Commit
tee, issues IA circular in which he says the
Democratic majority is certainly net less
than 5000 and may reach 1000 This, 1t
is to be remembered, is an absolute major
ty, for the Republicans, Greenbackers and
other odds and ends had formed perfect
union" against the Democracy. In 1880, it
is true, the Democratic majority at the
state election was 1885, over the Republi-
cans, but at the same election there was a
Greenback vote of 1896, leaving the abso,
lutte Democratic majority but 3,0O9. AT
the presidential election in the same year
Hancock's absolute majority over Garfield
and Weaver was but | ,l2S. The Republi-
can gains in the state were confined to the
city of Wheeling, the only city in the state
and the only point where the Elkins and
Dudley appliances could be made to work.