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National Republican., 1884-01-16
A WORK OF INSPECTION.
A Senate Committee Reports the Result OF
Trim Down the Mississippi.

Trip Down the Mississippi.
The report Of tho select committee Of the
senate of the appointed in accordance with a
resolution OF Fob. % last, to examine into the
works of improvement in progress on the
Mississippi river below Cairo, and into the
methods employed in making such improve
mcnts, and also into the jctty system, was
presented to the senate yesterday. Tho re-
port Is one of great length and goes into min
ute details OF the work now in progress along
the river The recommendations of the COM
mittee are briof The committee unitcs with
the commission in recommendations made in a
latO report to the secretary of war that pro-
vision be made by law for the appropriation
By suitable proceedings of land and material
necessary III any work OF Mississippi river
Improvement undertaken by the govern
mcnt; that tho right of the government to
the free uso for channel Improvement of
material found on bars and islands within
the river banks be distinctly declared and
defined; that provision bo made by the gov
ernment for retaining control over areas of
land reclaimed and built up from the river,
also that provision be made for the punish
ment of persons making or assisting to make
any cutoff at any neck or point in tho river,
or in any way interfering without authority
of Law with its channel or banks or any work
of improvement projected by the govern
/. ment ser
In conclusion the report says; "Your COM
mittee has not deemed il to be within the
province Of their mission to pass upon the
merits of the engineering plans now in pro-
cess of execution on the Mississippi river In
view, however, of tho good work already
done by them. and the manifest results
achieved, and the reasonable hopes of further
benefits to be derived from them by general
navigation, commerce, and trade, IL is recom-
mended that the sum of S1,000,000 be appro'
priated for the improvement of the river be-
tween Cairo and tho mouth of the Illinois
river. and Si,On0,O00 between tho mouth
of the Illinois river and st. Paul
aud for the improvement of the
river between Cairo and the head of the
passes. such sum of money as has been named
by the Mississippi river commission in their
report TO the secretary Of war, now before the
senate, as being necessary for the further
prosecution Of the work going on in that dis
trict under their supervision.
ut Is further recommended that these. a:
well as all future appropriations for the i'm
provement Of the Mississippi river, be made
the subject Of a bill separate and distinct
from the one embodying the general appro
priations for rivers and harbor'
The committee consists of Senators Jonei
of Nevada, Sawyer, Jonas, and Walker.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
NEW JERSEYS GOVERNOR.
The Inauguration Progrn mme Carried
Out Notwithstanding the Snow.

TRENTON, n. j., Jan, l5.-A snowstorm
that piled the flakes many inches high did
not iBterfere with to.day's inauguration OF
Gov Abbott. The crowd may have been
smaller but tho programme was faithfully
carried out. Tho mCmbcrS OF the legislature
and Judiciary, with the retiring and incoming
governors, took seats upon the stage. After
order was restored. Rev Dr. Abercrombic, OF
JoraeY City, led in prgyur, asking q divino
blessing upon those present ana upon the
now administration. The opth u office
was then administered by Chief Justice
Beasley Gov Ludlow then stepped for
ward and in fcw congratulatOry words
delivered the great seal OF the state to his
successor. GOV. Ludlow thon introduced
Gov Albeit to President Vail Of tho senate,
who, in turn, presented him to the members
of the legislature in short speech. Gov.
Albeit then delivered his inaugural address.
il occupied about half au hour in, delivery.
He was interrupted by cheers several times.
At the close of his address the EXERCISES wore
concluded by the bcnediCgon, pronounced by
Rev. Mr.. Studdford of Trenton. EN1Goy.
Ludlow and Gov Albeit then attended
lunch given in their honor by the inaugura-
tlon committee. This afternoon apubic ro-
ception will be held in the executive cham
bcr between 2;3Q and $50. This evening
another public reception will be given be-
tween and 10 O'clock.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
The Late Admiral qhn,oher's WIN.

BosToN, Jan. ia hearing began to-day
in the equity branch of the superior court in
the case of Eugene b. Hinkley cd al. vs..
Nation S. Fowler OF al, which involves the
construction of clause in the viii of tho
late admiral Henry kuOX Thatcher, OF the
United States navy. After specific bcquosts
to relatives and friends, the will contains the
following clause IL also will aud devise
that the residue Of my property, after the
payment of my funeral expenses and Just
debts, rs woll as the before named bcquests,
be given equally to the authorized agents of
the home and foreign missionary societies
to aid in propagating tho holy religion of
Jesus Christ" The residue amounts to $3l,-
900. The claimants are the American board
of commissioners for foreign missions, the
Homo Missionary society, the Methodist
Episcopal Missionary society, aud the MSssa-
chusetts Missionary society. The plaintiffs
are parties interested in missions, and the de.
PENDANTS are executors and boncfciaries Of
Admiral Thatcher, who claim that the residu-
airy clause is too indefinite, and that the
amount in question must revert to the heirs
al law.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
Trial OF n Bixnmiss.

PETERSBURG, VA, Jan. 15.-S. L. Harley,
who was arrested in Nottaway county some
weeks ago by II detective from New York,
charged with bigamy, was arraigned for trial
in the county court this morning. Harley
was defended by able counsel, and an inn
mense crowd was in attendance. The charges
against him were of marrying Miss Howard,
of Philadelphia, and Miss Everett, OF Balti-
more. Both appeared in the court room to-
day and testified against the accused. Several
letters that had passed between the parties
were read, and provoked much laughter. lie
stated that he formerly did business in Now
York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, and the
medium through which he advertised for
wives was the New York Herald.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
Thn Lsrinn az Mnnnr.

The American Legion of Honor, Goldstein
council, No. %, installed the following officers
last night, at their lodge room, in Tinmss
hail: Commander, T.. =. Fletcher; vice com.
mundcr. Daniel PILE; orator, Albert
stephan; past commander, NJ, Bruck-
huiner; secretary, Thomas NJ, Reed; col
lcutUr NJ. Cohen; treasurer, j. Rich; chap
laiir. l.. HellbFun; warden, IL. King, Jr.;
guide, g. Miller; sentry, Charles HuGk med
iral examiner, NJ IruckhemeT; trustees, A,
Grrsdorlr, ]. l.. Blout and l.. lIoilbrun.
After the installation services tho council adj
iourned TO Inglos restaurant, on Seventh
street, between q and II, when the annual
banquet was held, and covers were spread for
thirty.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
The RutcIler,s Bill.

The twenty eighth annual ball of the
Washington Butchers Benevolent association
was held at Abner's music hall last night.
the number were the Misses Julia and Louisa
Neurath Misses Anna Wedmeyer, Annie
and Mamie Rupert, Gertrude Jordan, Hannah
Scroth, Theresa Bishop, II, Hagner, Annie and
Mamie Kline, Mamie Cook, Eva Stinzing,
Katie and Lottie Simmermacher, Regina
Weigang, Nina Blu me, Rosa Gockler, Mary
and Lille Spangler, Lille Shehan, Mamie
Buchler, Blanch Ford, Ella Robe, Annie
Bauf Katie Dietz, Ella Ball, Annie Quits,
Rosa Weidmeyer, Mamie Journcman. Hutta
Saur, Maria Besslcr, Addie Lavender, Pauline
Masley, May Stewart, Minnie Nephuth, Yost,
and Mr.. Richard f. DIETRICH, editor of the
First CdH
National Republican., 1884-01-16
VENDORS sNowsToRM.
Another Cold Wave Coming and VIII he
Hero To-day.

The snow and sleet which fell so ptofusely
in this city yesterday forenoon stuck to the
pavements and concrete roadways tena-
clously. Tho result was that by night the
street surfaces wero coated with n treach-
erous covering of ice or very slip.
perry snow. Pedestrisnism became a
very difficult feat, and many
persons sought safety on the cobblestoned
railway tracks. Several painful accidents
resulted from falls and not few ludicrous
scences were enacted by people who dropped
suddenly In the direction Of terra irma.
Apprehcnsions Of freshet were somewhat
allayed yesterday evening by the cold
weather Also by the statements Of Maj.
Hains and tho signal officers, who said there
was no immediate danger.
Lieut.. Powell said at midnight that the
cold wave in Canada had sent the mer-
cury down in that section to go below zero.
The wave will not be felt in Washington very
severely. The temperature will only 20 down
about 100. twill probably be here to-day.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
ARRESTED All ArAFuNERAL.
The stringency OF the Law in Relation to
Certificates OF Burial.


Mr. George p. Zurhorst called at the office of
tho health officer Monday to get a certificate
of burial, but found the health officer out.
Ho then requested the clerk to make out the
certificate, who refused, on account of the GER
tifiCate of death being made out by DR.. Lewis,
of Bladepsburg. Mr.. Zurhorst then pro-
coeded 10 the office of the commissioners, US
the hour appointed for tho funeral was at
hand, and saw Commissioner Edmonds who
gave him permission to make the burial, and
while the funeral was on its way to the
cemetery Officer Marr arrested Mr.. Iurhorst,
by order of Health Officer Townshend.
1t appears that the arrest was made on
account of the certificate being made out by
DIR. Lewis who is not registered, but eertit-
Gates made out by him have heen receipted by
the health authorities several times before and
burial certificates given. The carriage
in which Mr.. Iurhorst was riding was
stopped aud he arrested. The health officer
has been notified that DR.. Lewis was practic-
ing in the district and that he should be reg
istered, and no efforts were made to secure
such registration from him. In this case a
delay was caused in interring the remains of
a person who died Of an infectious and con-
tagious disease.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
The New York school Fund.

JERSEY CITY;N. j., Jan. 15.--The board of
education last night adopted a resolution di.
recting that legal steps be taken to prevent
the finance board from using the money paid
to the city out of the state school fund. This
sum (about $17O,000) is used for the payment
of the teachers salaries, and the board de-
sires, when it is paid next month, that it
shall not be put to any other use. 1t has
been the custom to turn it into the city treas
ury and the directors of education want to
protect the teachers in the event of the city
becoming embarrassed.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
Recentlon and Mns!cnl Entertainment.

A large number of guests attended the ro-
ception of Mrs. Lincoln (''Bessie Beach"l, at
1910 street last evening. Mrs. Lincoln was
assisted by Misses Lucie and Zulu Murphy
and Miss Lizzie. U. Currier, of Maine. In
struments by Miss Currier and Miss Lucie
Murphy, song by Miss Lulu Murphy, flowed
by programme by Prof. John De Witt,
pianist; Prof NJ Hanlein, violinist, and the
little daughters of Prof De Witt-Minnie,
aged II, cornetst, and Josephine, aged IL,
violinist; Sailing Song by Prof De Witt,
with chorus and Accomplishment by his
daughters "Nalse Theresen," concert polka
for concert; "Pansy Blossom" "Voltigeur
Galop" were among the contributions rem
dered. Reading, "Doors Ajar,' by Mrs.
Lincoln; essay on arbitration, by Judge Lock
wood, filed the lfeinry PROGRAM me.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
ALPHA nELTA PHI.
Election OF OGieers and Rsnqust OF tho
Fraternity.

Tho third annual reunion and banquet of
the graduates of tho Alpha Delta Phi fra.
ternity living in this city took place at VIII
lard's hotel last night. The attendance was
large, tho following gentlemeu responding to
the roll call Joseph Adams, Addison f. An
drcws, Rev. William A. Bartlett, William
BiPney, c. $. Buudy, u. T. Carpenter. Hon,
Charles Chesley, George G. Chipman, G. =.
Conger, Hon. Byron Cutcheon, Edwin Flcm-
ing, L. u. Fox, Edward Janrin, Henry X.
Lcaver, Roy, George q. Little, james MaY-
nard, +. w. Mitchell, X, j. Mitchell, w. b.
Moore, G. 5. Palmer, Hon. q. w. SCofeld,
Rufus II. Thaycr, Matthew Trimblc, J. Il. II.
Upper, and Rev. I. S. Wynkoop. The bus-
ness meeting Of the association began at 7:S0
and lasted about an hour. The reports of tho
secretary and treasurer were read aud ap.
proved. Letters of regret were received and
read from members unable to attend. The
following officers were then elected for the
ensuing year: Hon. Glenni w. SGhOGeld, of
the Hamilton chapter, class of 1910, preSi-
dent; Rev. John G. Ames Williams, 90, vice
president; Robert j. MITCHELL Williams, 90,
secretary aud treasurer; Addison i. Andrews,
Dartmouth. '7S, choristor; Rufus H..
Thayer, Pennsular, 20, Matthew Trimble,
Kenyon, go, and James +. Allen,
Dartmouth, '62, eSeeutive committee.
Representatives of twelve chapters were
present. At tho conclusion OF the cleo
tion. the association proceeded to the private
dining room OF the hotel, where evidences OF
the caterers talent were beautifully spread.
At the table Judge ScoGeld presided with
Rev. DIR. w. A, Bartlett on his right, and
Hon. Henry Strong, of Chicago, on his left.
None but informal speeches were made and
the banqueters sat until a late hour.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
MontOnn's constitutional convention.

MlNNEAPoLIs, MINI, Jan. ia special
to the Tribune from Helena, Mon, says: The
constitutional convention met at noon yester-
day. A temporary organization was formed
and committee on credentials appointed,
after which tho convention adjourned, pend
ing report from the committee Upon re-
convening, list of thedclcgates was reported,
embracing eighteen republicans aud twenty
six democrats.
The members were sworn in by Chief JUS
tice Wade, and the convention again ad.
iourned until evening, when w. A. Clark
(dem.) of Silver Bow county, was chosen
permanent president, and p. l.. Van Cleues
secretary, and the necessary standing com
mttees were appointed.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
Deei,n. In ,he whale FIsher,,s.

NEW BEDFORD, MASS. Jan. 15.---The past
year has been one Of loss to those engaged in
the whale fisheries and the results were dis
couragng. The failure of the Arctic season,
with the small catches in other localities,
has been the cause Of the trouble, The fleet
now numbers 125 vessels OF all classes hail
ing from Atlantic ports against 13Sa year ago
and 10 from san Francisco against S last year
National Republican., 1884-01-16
The ontrsge ON Mr. nMd NIrs. Glo.yl...ss,.a

OYSTER BAY, Ell, Jan. 15.-Nothing new
was developed relative to the Townsend out
rage this morning, although arrests are an
ticipated Coroner Baylis again adjourned,
the inquiry at p, m, when the jury met at
IL o'clock this morning. The authorities are
evidently delaying matters hoping to connect
murder of Mrs and Miss Maybee, atSRrook-
vile, and it is expected that the arrests to be
made are with this object The Townsends
are still improving although the physicians
think that Mrs. Townsend is not equal to an
examination. 1t is said that Mrs. Townsend
has receded somewhat from the positive stato-
ment as regards Simon Rappelyea.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
Denth OF ,he Enrl OF unntrv.

LONDON, Jan. l5,--The Earl of Bantry is
dead. He was born Nov. 10, 1901, and was
elected representative peer for Ireland in
1863 At the time ofhi death he was deputy
lieutenant of County Of Cork. lie was con.
servative in politics.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
Miss Bertle cra,vford,s Testimonial.

The complimentary testimonial to Miss
Bortie Crawford takes place tonight at Lin
coin hall. Miss Crawford will be assisted by
Mrs. Josephine Logan, Mr.. Berchell, a tenor
Of considerable note from Boston; Mr.. L. j
Whlpple and Prof. Jecko, One of the num-
bcrs of the programme will be new song
written by Mr.. ]. Gilbert especially for this
occasion, which will be sung by Miss Craw-
ford
National Republican., 1884-01-16
Hum Over hr nn Enrine.

AS Mr., Buckley was changing the turn table
on Virginia avenue he caught his foot in the
table and the cow-catcher of the engine drew
him under the wheels of tho engine, which
passed over him. Ho was removed TO his
home OH Third street southwest.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
The CRYSTAL circle Conosrt.

At the Congregational church tonight the
Crystal Circle concert will take place, supple.
mented by literary programme. The best
local talent has been engaged. The parlor
organ, which is to be voted for, will be pre-
scnted to the successful candidate by Hon.
John $. Wise, of Virginia.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
Tha RiRnr Ernnt.

The steamer Norfolk, from Philadelphia,
broke the ice up from Alexandria yesterday,
but was stopped at the arsenal. Ross q San
ford sent thOiE tug and broke the 100 10
National Republican., 1884-01-16
Thn Gaming Giovn EIuht.

TORONTO, ONT,, Jan. l5.--Harry Gilmore
has accepted the challenge of Hurst, Of Bos-
ton. to fight until one gives in for the re-
ceipts of the house. The date has not heen
nypd
National Republican., 1884-01-16
Another iIgrImRge TO Victor Emmanuel's
Tomb,

ROME, Jan. 15,-The second procession Of
pilgrims from all parts of Italy visited to-day
the tomb of King Victor Emmanuel in the
chapel in the Pantheon, and placed wreaths
of flowers upOn it,
National Republican., 1884-01-16

the Eleventh street wharf. She was followed
by the Jane Noselcy and George Leary, both
Of which arc at the wharf foot Of Seventh
National Republican., 1884-01-16

More English Honor to Minister Lowell,
LONDON, Jan. l5,--James Russell Lowell,
United States minister to England, has ac-
cepted the presidency of the Birmingham
and Midland Institute for 1851.
National Republican., 1884-01-16

Annual Requiem Tor Napoleon HI.
PARIS, Jan, l5.--rhc annual requiem for
tho soul of Napoleon III was celebrated to-
day in the church Of st. Augustine.
National Republican., 1884-01-16
Si7 and $40 SEVENTH STREET,
AND GS3 LOUISIANA AVENUE.

In my stock can he found the most attractive
Presents aud GiOs for the Holiday Season. Nogn
can give more satisfaction to your friends or comfort
to your home than awemade beautiful piece of
Funituroi and in the large lot Of Brackets Desks,
Easy Chairs, Cabinets, Music Stands Muntel and
Pier Mirrors, Rugs, Carpets, &C., to bo found in my
warcrooms no difficulty can be had in making an
appropriate GeleCtion,
The highest economy and the best sense Is always
shown when the best goods are purchased Invite
thorough examination oful my stock, and for quality
and price defy competitions
Openings on three srects-8I7 Seventh street,
633 Louisiana Avenue, and G34 street northwest,
WASH. b. WILLIAMS.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1884-09-24
TIE RACING AT LOUISVILLE.

LOUISVILLE, Sept 23.-Thc races to-day were
the best track OF the meeting. IN the Blae Grass
Stakes. two-ycaroh hcs $50 each half forfeit. with
5000 added throcquartcr- OF mile, There was driving
finish Lady OF the Lake AT the post by head. Gold
Ban second length in front Of Anna Woodcocl1 third
time l:1G French pools paid SO 70 Anna Woodcock
fell before The start handicap purse OK $500 one mile
ana AN eighth, won by SAHARA by short head, with
ArcuO second two lengths before Lcmau third, time,
1:5s French pools paid $50 20. Ia the third tor
a purse OF 500. selling allowances. ono mile and a
quarter Revoke was headed throughout and won
in = eaop by six lengths siiyO second aud Belle Of the
Highlands poor third; time. OIL b. French pools paid
81 10 The winner not sold. The fourth race for "A
purse of $3.50 for twoy eat-Ods, nNeeighths OF mile,
was won by Lady Maynard by short head. Toronto
second and Bill owens third; time l:O3l2 French pools
paid $40 10 The hlth for purse ~ $500, for all
ages one mile. Billy Gilmore won haully by length.
with Asccudcr second and Louematc POOR third time,
l:43la. French pools paid SIS 40.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1884-09-24
WASHINGTON NOTES.

WASH. ruN. Tuesday 'ut. 23. l-Sf
TIN ToBtCco -I,Hr> ON rNlpt--Thc Acting Com
ioi.-nrcro f Internal Revenue hH- received letter from
Nlr rock of NcN-lorl. the contractor ior lmpunuug
tobacco stamps ufol wI.pper- expressing willing
mess tn tui,r utoa contract WIu thr Treasury Depart
rnpt FOR cont uuluct n This class Ot printing with the
id-rt 4ualu- ilif thr work shall Dee dome free of cX
eu-c 90 the Government. lhc contract Will uuGotut
,4r., Doc made with Mr.. Crook on these terms.
O,LR 300 PATENT, rs ONE DAi.-Ihe Patent OuIce
to-day issued 81 patents. designs. % Trademarks.
labels and --Ict Twenty one patents "'i awarded
II. citizen of fur countries tl thr dome tic patents
,ucd Sos. York secured o. Pcnusy lyIuia 80, Nas,a-
clu.rtts % and Hin oi- -.
FEEE DELIVER, FOR s,RAroGN-Thc free delivery sys-
tom has been establish a Saratoga -pru,- y. y. and
litrhuurg. Mass. 10 take elect November ].
A ylIuo.r Pom ot E>uf.-Ilc President hIs dr>ls
mated EuIl.u -tou, IT., a- port OF entry.
A QU,ntSTISE OFFICER At YOKOHAMA The Japanese
Government having established quarantine against Sew
Chang Anuy. ami other ellie, ON thr Chinese coast hero
the col, reported Dee epidemic, % j. couto mplcd
kolgma 10 inspect vessels bound Tor hr United 0tdus
T>cEEA-E or GOLD EI~rRyE.-Ihr Gold reserve In the
Treasury to-day amounted 90 nearly 5. 30 oO00o0 an III
crease of about - 5000 600 within the past tcW weeks
TIM NEW Bnr>-wIcK Authorized To EE-rNE.-Ihe
Controllers " the Currency has authorized tao National
Bank OF NcVJcIscy, Sew BrunsWtk To resume ou,l-
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1884-09-24
TIE GREAT TELEPnOYE SUIT
INTEREST ~ THE CASE INCRr tstSG-rnc oHJrcI
OF THE PLAINTIFFS.


OF THE PLAINTIFFS.
The telephone war, now four years oil, was
waged with undated vigor yesterday, with JUDGE
Wallace arbitrator. The Bell forces charged Oh TO
enemy with all the y4or acquired oy souHl sleep. lie
enemy meanwhile held Its position, and Lep, IL, powder
Try. Interest the increases rather than lessons.
The court room was comfortably hlici AZ IL a. IN. At
noon II was uncouiortaby crowded. Probably more
than hait OF those present interested drec.y OF
Indirectly in the result Telephone AID Telegraph men
dared in and out OF the room - opportunity allowed.
Mr. 1toIrou. counsel Tor the Bell Telephone Company,
occupied the session. Though De talked from II mt
o'clock Monday. lis voice smooth and strong ycs-
terlay lie devotes himself entirely TO the technical
branch OF the case. His knowledge OF telephones Is
cquallcd by facility which he unburdens himself
it, Much OF his speech delivered short range,
Jud-e Wallace boro without diHchng the avalanche
OF technical suavely but persistenty hurled at
him by lawyer for the plaintiffs, until the latter be-
came somewhat dlnuse, when the Court fain sug
gcst where II would he necessary 10 draw the line.
Nj storrOns colleague from Boston, Chauncey smith,
surveyed his partners back with expression of the
most seleue contenment. Thick set. square iawed.
with wayy gray HAIR aud smoothly shaven face, 40
might easily be mistaken for Now England arnec in
easy CIRCUMSTANCES Ex-senator Conklns beamed upon
h, friends in "a dark cclored check suit being
OF generous proportions: His pointed whlie "e!rd
scarcely dmtucd the glory OF iiSA btuc necAilc
judge lI and senator EdmdS appeared little troubled
by the determined efforts OF Mr. slOrron To demosh mo
mechanical reputation oil Daniel Drawbsugh. Professor
hin possession OF all that had occurred The reading
OF - biography OF Drawbaugh published IA a county
inventors ~ the age, threw Mr.. Dcker,On mo sup
pressed commissions of laughter. Mr. Conknc also in
% pcat the vocal record without leaving h seat Tins
exhibition OF harity brought quiet smile of amu,o-
neut the face of cx jude HI For moment mo
wrinkles i'm senator Edluuds's forehead took holiday.
or rather moved down "A peg until hey rea hel tne
counterfeit smile. EXNUOr Prince, OF Boston, also
smiled as did Congressman Frank Jones, of Portsmouth,