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a Dead Body Awaiting Recognition.

CHICAGO Sept. 3-The dead body of man
was found by the lake at the Indiana State
line yesterday. There was bullet wound in
the back of the head, aud also bruise on the
right cheek Several people thought the body
was that of school-teacher named Mckinney,
of Whiting, Ind, although his wife failed to
identify it, 1t is alleged that on Monday night
Mckinney assaulted two little Polish girls near
Colehour, and as he has been missing since it is
thought that hemay have been murdered By the
friends of the girls, who were greatly excited
over the supposed assault McKinneys wife
gave no information on the subject of his disap
pearance, and the matter, as yet, is shrouded
in mystery.
LATER,-The identity of the man found dead
is still regarded by some people as by no means
settled. Several friends of Mckinney called
during the morning to look at the remains, and
although the features are in sufficiently good
state of preservation to make recognition no
difficult matter it is said the remains were not
those of Mckinney. The charge that Mckinney
had committed the assaults on the little girls IS
not substantiated, and seems TO rest mainly on
common report. The wife of Mckinney de-
clares positively that the remains are not those
of her husband.
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A DISREPUTABLE BUSINESS.

The Contemplate Course Pursued Toward
Miss Sweet by Commissioner Black.
Special to the indianapolis Journal
WASHINGTON, Sept 3-An Illinois mugwump
said to-day that not third the efforts which
have been made to get Miss Ada Sweet out of
the Chicago pension agency had been made
public. although he believed they would be
some day. Miss Sweet knows that there have
been great many turns attempted to GUST her,
but she does not know all, by any means.
1t appears that General Black, Commissioner
of Pensions, is very desirous to see General Nc
Clernand, of Springfield, H., in Miss Sweets
place. and that before tine former had taken his
Office he had agreed upon three or four methods
by which to bring about her removal if she
would not resign. The story that she told Gen.
Black that she would resign if he desired her
to do SO is not given credence here. 1t seems
improbable. AS soon as Miss Sweet refused to
resign there were systematic efforts of the most
despcable character resorted to to secure grounds
TO remove her upon. Having failed to prove that
her Office was resort for Republican politicians,
that she was not good officer, that her ac-
counts were not kept clean and straight, she and
her Office have been shadowed by detectives,
special agents, as though she were a ruffian. S.
j. Tilden has demanded her removal to make
room for McClernand. it is ascertained.
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sons who could testify to his innocence. he
nevertheless did not lay the blame on any other
person. nor did he say that his followers had not
committed the crime. The chairman of the
court-martal ordered the witnesses named by
Prestan to be brought into court so that they
should make their statements. After the lapse
of an hour the court was informed that all the
persons named by Prestan were not to be found
on the Isthmus, as they had left after the burn
ing of Colon. In view of this, and as all the
was the author of the fire, the court after
having heard the prisoners defense. ordered the
room to be closed and then deliberated as to what
sentence they should pronounce All the votes
but one were for the hanging of Prestan. Once
the death warrant signed, the prisoner was
called in, and he was informed of his sentence
He heard the sentence read with great COM
posure. Up to his last moment he had priest
by his side When upon the scaffold Prestan
spoke few words, calling upon the Colombians
to believe him innocent of such an atrocious
crime Notwithstanding all his repeated pro-
tests of innocence, there was but one voice of
unanimous approval. when the trap was
sprung from under his feet and the body
left to swing on the gallows.
Prestan was hanged soon after midday
on the 18th inst The sentence was signed at
7:30 p. NJ. in the evening of the 17th and was
unanimously approved. The execution was wit
messed by an immense crowd of all colors and
nationalities, the greater part of which probably
never witnessed such a scene before. Death
seems to have been instantaneous, and no show
of life was apparent three minutes after drop
ping
The Star and Herald says: ''It is to be hoped
that the execution of Prest an will serve as an
exemplary lesson, ever to be remembered by
those who, in an evil hour, forgetting the most
sacred duties which they owe not only to their
country and fellowmen, but to society at large,
pride themselves in astonishing the world with
their criminal acts"
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THE WRECK OF THE HANOVERIAN.
The Overconfidence of the Captain Leads Him
on the Destruction of His Vessel.

ST. JOHNS, N. F., Sept. 3.-A correspondent,
who visited the wrecked steamer Hanoverian
reports as follows: When the steamer was off
Cape Mutton, the morning of Wednesday,
the captain saw the Button buoys, he thought,
around Cape Race, and took Cape Mutton for
Cape Ballard. Cape Mutton was passed at
o'clock. The captain saw fishing boat, but
felt certain of his position, and anticipated
no danger. He did not question the crew
of the boat as to his position. The
weather was very foggy and the wind southeast
The passengers believed the ships course should
not be altered, and intimated the same to the
third officer. Soundings taken at $50
o'clock, which showed eighteen fathoms. Almost
Immediately the deck passengers saw through
the fog the white houses on Portugal Cove, and
called the officers attention. The engines were
quickly reversed, but too late and the vessel
struck heavily, being stranded four hundred
yards from shore. The boats were quickly
ments made to leave the ship.
The passengers behaved with admirable cool
ness. All We're safely landed, together with the
mail The Portugal Cove people saw the Hano
verian mile off before she struck. Two prom
inent planters, with crews, launched skiffs and
went to the assistance of the steamer but the
captain repulsed them, and called them savaees
and other coarse names. The hospitaDle fisher
men of Portugal Cove sheltered all the passen
gers. Only a portion of the luggage was saved.
The remainder with the general cargo,
embracing grain, pork, meats and butter,
was submerged. The saloon tables were under
water, aud the ship is totally wrecked Captain
Thompson and the first officer remained on the
ship oil night awaiting the arrival of the steamer
from st. Johns The cause of the loss of the
Hanoverian is inexplicable except through the
action of strong currents setting northwesterly.
The war-ship Tenedos has the passengers
board lying in Trepassey Bay. A gale of west
erly winds prevails, which will terminate the
Hanoverian's existence. The Tenedos will nr-
rive tomorrow morning.
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DULL TINES,
Caused by the Fear of Removal Entertained
by Government Employees

Caused by the Fear of Removal Entertained
by Government Employees.
Special to the Indianapolis Journal.
WASHINGTON, Sept. 3-All this talk about
the change of administration helping business
along at the capital is the merest kind Of stuff
A gentleman who is in daily contact with the
business classes here informs me that there are
more men on the ragged edge in Washington
than he has known at any one time during
fifteen years. Even during the settling process
in the 70's there were not as many on the anx
ious seat as now. This past summer has been
one of agony for many business men here-one
long strain and struggle to hang on till the 1st
of September. That date has passed, but the
preceding strain has been so exhaustiug that it
is even now doubtful whether they can hold or
till the full tide of fall trade sets in. Three
fourths of the employees of Uncle Sam are saving
every dollar they can and are thus preparing
for their discharge from the public service,
which they know is liable to occur at any mo-
ment, and this curtails all sorts of trade and
business. Then. again, the banks have shut
down entirely ON discounts, and paper they
would once have jumped at they will not now
touch on any terms. And, Notwithstanding
their long-indulged hopes, there does not seem
to be much of prospect of an easing-up soon
The economies Of the employees of the public
service will no doubt continue, for the fear Of
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-09-04
THE OFFICIAL GUILLOTINE
Will Continue It's Deadly Work in the Inter
est of Party Harmony.

Will Continue It's Deadly Work in the Inter
est of Party Harmony.
Special to the indianapolis Journal.
WASHINGTON, Sept 3.-The report that there
was TO be cessation in the removal of prom-
nent Republican of1iceholders until it was seen
what the Senate would do about the confrma
ton of nominations already made appears to be
a mistake. It is stated in official circles that the
work of removing Republicans and appointing
Democrats is to be renewed with increased
vigor as soon as the President and his Cabinet
get together
1t becomes necessary for the administration to
keepup its work in this direction to maintain or
secure anything like harmony in the party.
When it was stated that the President wanted
to 60 little easy in the matter for a few
months, number of Democratic senators pro-
claimed their disgust and expressed an intention
to oppose the executive in the Senate Chamber.
It was known to him that the Republicans in
tended to protest against many of the removals
that were made, and he at once saw how he
would suffer without the support of his own
party. He could not expect to stand with a
division of his party when opposed by the solid
Republican phalanx; so the President will be
compelled by force of circumstances to keep up
the changes making in the Offices
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The President Will Be Forced to Continue
Making Removals of Republicans for
the Sake Of His Party.
The Disreputable Course Pursued by
Commissioner Black Toward Miss
Ada Sweet.
The Dull Times in Washington Caused BY the
Fears of Government Employes-Ho
iers Who are Doing Themselves Credit.
BADLY FRIGHTENED.
The Ohio Democrats Calling on Outside
Friends for Help.

Lie OnlO DemOcratS OaiIuS OH OutSINC
Friends for Help.
Special to the Indianapolis Journal.
WAsHINGToN, Sept 3-It was reported
here to-day that Senator Sherman's campaign in
Ohio was rattling Democratic leaders in that
State very much, and that prominent men in
the party were being sent to some of the leading
cities East and South to procure speakers and
money to offset it if possible. An effort will be
made to get help from New York, notwith-
standing the fact that the Democratic party is
about entering upon a campaign there which
will doubtless prove disastrous to it. This city
is being canvassed for help. To-day General
Rosecrans was appealed to by the Democratic
State central committee of Ohio to take part in
the campaign The committee states that the
contest will be very bitter, and on the result will
depend the political future of the party in that
State General Rosecrans says the duties of his
Office, that of Register of the Treasury, which is
sinecure position, will probably not admit of
his absence from them. The fact is General
Rosecrans is not a public speaker. and is only
wanted for exhibition and effect upon the
soldiers
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Lord Randolph Churchill on the Stump.

Lord Randolph Churchill on the Stump.
LONDON, Sept 3.-Lord Randolph Churchill,
Secretary of State for India, delivered an ad-
dress at Sheffield, this evening, in the course of
which he said there was no reason as yet to
regret the absence of coercion in Ireland. He
also said he was glad to announce that the At
CHAN frontier question had been settled, Russia
having largely modified her claims.
The speech was extremely moderate in tome
Lord Randolph referred to Baron De Staal,
the Russian ambassador to England.
as most cultivated and accomplished
gentleman. The Liberals. the speaker said,
had left the Afghan question III deadlock. The
last dispatches before the retirement of the
Liberal party from power were stern and un-
compromising. Lord Dufferin and Colonel
Ridgeway,7 he said. had agreed to the new
frontier line, which gave the Amecr full control
over Zulfkar. The government was hopeful
that by moderation and perseverance an arrange
ment would be made with Russia to give to the
present state of affairs permanence and security.
Lord Randolph testified to the Ameer's fidelity
and loyalty throughout the negotiations Many
members of Parliament. the Lord Mayor of Lon
don, the mayor of York, and the mayors of
several other cities listened to Lord Randolph's
address.
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THE PERU REVOLUTION.
General Caceres Issues Proclamation Which
Causes Much Comment.

General CacereS Issues a Proclamation Which
Causes Much Comment
PANAMA, Aug 25.-A great deal of commont
has been excited by the publication of procla-
nation or manifesto, signed by General Ca
ceres, at Tamara Caceres declares that his
only object is to restore peace and tranquility
to Peru, on the basis of her future honor and
happiness, and that when his design is accom-.
plished he will quietly retire to private life,
satisfied with having complied with his duty as
good citizen. He states that on various occasions
he has proposed measures which, il accepted
would assurediy have brought about the desired
end; but that he has been met with resistance,
and even contumely, as when his commission
sent to Callao from Mollendo, on the United
States steamer Shenandoah, was even refused
hearing
Important military operations are now being
carried on in the north In addition to the
detachment of 600 men stationed at San Pedro,
observing the rebel garrison occupying Truxilo,
division of 100 solders-horse, foot and artil
lery-under General Ramere the chief of the
general staff, was sent up to. Pacasmayo few
days ago.
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HoosIERs AT THE CAPITAL.
A Few Appointees Who Promise to Re-
fleet Honor Upon the State.

Few Appointees Who Promise to Re-
feet Honor Upon the State.
Special to tue Indianapolis Journal.
WASHINGTON, Sept 3-While there have been
number of very serious blunders committed by
the Indiana Democrats in the matter OF selecting
men from their ranks for federal positions
blunders which will eventually bear bitter fruit
of regret-there have been some appointments of
Hoosiers which will doubtless give permanent
satisfaction. 1t is true, however, that the best
and most efficient appointees have been given
places here
The appointment of Col. John s. Williams. Of
Lafayette, to the position of Third Auditor Of
the Treasury, gave probably the widest satisfac-
tion at the time and will beyond question prove
wise selection in the end. AS predicted by a
dispatch to the Journal soon after his appoint
ment, Colonel Williams shows extraordinary
adaptability and makes a splendid officer in
every respect He is good enough officer and
clever enough gentleman to be Republican.
Colonel w. e. Mclean, of Terre Haute.
deputy Commissioner of Pensions and Major A.
j. Kelly, of the same place, assignment clerk Of
the Patent Office, were good appointments.
Colonel Mclean at once buckled down to his
WoIh doSluuOuSIy, anu las SuOWu dUlIity worthy
the man and the place. Major Kelly, who was
prosecuting attorney at his home at one time,
and who occupied successful position as lawyer
at the bar, brought all that fitted him for the
place he now fills. He found no difficulty in
readily mastering the intricate and complicated
duties of his Office. There is large force of clerks
to look after, but they report him capable, fair
and universally popular. His appointment WILL
no doubt. prove at all times wise one, and his
sponsors will not regret it.
Colonel j. W. Nichol. Of indianapolis, makes
excellent law clerk of the Postofice Depart
rnent, and is worthy successor to Major Henry.
also of Indianapolis. Colonel Nichol is good
lawyer and close student He at once encom-
passed his field of labor, and has proven himself
equal to anything that may come before him.
He has the reputation of being an honorable
man and will prove worthy officer.
Messrs. Heber j. May, of the part of the
State, and w. S. Keser, of Albion, Noble
county, the former assistant Attorney general
and the latter chief of a division in the Third
Auditors Office, have made good Impressions
here also.
1t looks now as though these men would, in
very fair degree, keep up the good name of
Hoosiers in the federal service here. They are
all clever and courteous gentlemen and repre-
sent the best element of the Indiana Democracy.
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THE FINANCIAL POLICY.
Mr.. Jordan Piiing up Money in the Treas
ury-NO Bonds Called.

Mr.. Jordan Piiing up Money in the Treas
ury--No Bonds Called.
Washington Special.
The present administration has not made
single bond call since it came into power, but
the fact, owing probably to the unusually easy
condition of the money market has attracted no
attention; otherwise the piling up of cash in the
Treasury would certainly have caused some
anxiety in business circles. There are now
upward of $780, 100000 in cash held in the
Treasury. Under Republican administrations
the policy since the resumption OF specie pay
ments has been to hold reserve Of only 40 per
cent. of the outstanding legal tender notes,
which would be about $l3s, 600, 900. and just as
fas, "a money accumulated above this reserve
caIls for bonds were issued and interest on the
debit stopped 1t was considered economical to
make these calls even slightly in advance Of
estimated receipts, and by the time the bonds
fell due there were ample funds with which to
redeem them 1t is understood that Treasurer
Jordan gives as reason Why he makes no bond
calls that he fears gold would be asked for and
drawn from the treasury in payment of such
called bonds, and he prefers to let the revenues
accumulate in the treasury vaults until Congress
shall decide whether or not it will do away with
the present silver. which he regards as danger
Gus element in the finances Of the country lie
thinks the saving to the country In interest on
the debt which might be cancelled is more than
offset by the advantage of retaining gold in the
treasury.
A prominent ex-of6cer of the Treasury De-
partment being asked his opinion OF this policy,
did not hesitate TO condemn it as blunder which
was not only costing the government and the
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-09-04
YOUTHFUL MAIL ROBBERS.
A Mail Carrier and His Confederate Arrested
After Long Search.

After a Long Search.
WASHINGTON, Sept 3-Inspector Henderson,
of the Postoffce Department, has just returned
from North Carolina, where he succeeded in
causing the arrest of two mail robbers, who.
though mere lads had, by the neatness and
dexterty of their operations, baf1ed the skill Of
the inspectors for long time Since June l,
number Of complaints have reached the Post
office Department that registered letters passing
between Salisbury and Albemarle, n. c., have
been rifed. These towns are con-
nected by star route, over which
the mails were carried by George III.
Eagle aged seventeen. After a careful exami-
nation, the inspectors concluded that Eagle was
robbing the mails Decoy letters containing
marked money were placed in the registered
pouch and watch placed upon Eagle Upon
his arrival at the end of the route, the decoy
letters were found to have been rifed and Eagle
was promptly arrested, and searched. No money
was found on his person, and the inspectors were
forced to release him for lack of evidence though
confident of his guilt On the night of his dis
charge, Eagle bought horse and disappeared
in the pine woods Sometime af-
terwards while digging at the bottom
of we'll on the premises of one Armand, the
well-digger, heard Jethro Armand confess to his
father that he had the money stolen by Eagle.
The father told mis- to keep the money.
Armand had formerly carried the mail over the
same route. The weldigeer Informed the in
spector of the facts and Armand arrested.
and proofs of the crime secured. Eagle was
arrested yesterday in Arkansas, where he had
fled. 1t appears the boys met in the woods and
opened the pouches with homemade tools. An
old knife had been converted into an exceeding
ly keen, serviceable saw, and with this and a
few other tools the robbery had been effected.
The letters were half opened. the money ex-
tracted and with the aid of mucilage, the en-
velopes were neatly resealed Armand seems to
have been the custodian of the stolen money.
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THE GRANT MONUMENT FUND
An Old Soldier of Michigan City Voices the
General Sentiment of the Country.

New YORK, Sept 3-The Grant fund commit
tee to-day received letter from one of General
Grants old soldiers, living in Michigan City.
This passage occurred in it: 'The feeling is
pretty general in the West that as the Empire
City secured the remains of General Grant over
the protest of nine-tenths of the citizens of the
United States, she is in duty bound to place
monument over the grave of the grand old com.
mander At her own expense, and second to no
all others Receceipts by the committee thus
far, 500 171.41.
The New York Stock Exchange took measures
to-day to give members al opportunity to re-
spond in fitting manner to the call for funds to
place monument worthy of General Grant
over his grave.
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discharge still remains, and hundreds who have
now tasted the pleasure of manly independence,
which the accumulation of little pile has given
them, will continue their economies indefinitely
This will seriously circumscribe business of all
kinds, and trade will have to be extended in
some other direction if the entire years business
does not show sad falling off.
On the whole. my informant seem to appre-
hend that the ''shakingou." process will go on
until every manswho is not backed by substan-
tial fund of his own, will be driven to bank
ruptcy, which means untold misery for many
families that now seem happy and contented
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FATE OF AN INCENDIARY.
The Trial and Execution of Prestan for the
Burning of Colon.

The Trial and Execution of Prestan for the
Burning of Colon.
New YORK, Sept 3.-The Spanish columns of
the Panama Star and Herald of Aug. 20 contain
a report of the proceedings of the court-martial
that met on the 18th instant to try Pedro Pres
tan, who has since been executed. Four wit
nesses were brought before the court. and
declared that Pedro Prestan was the principal
author of the destruction of Colon on the 3lst of
March last. They were: Juan Beltrain, an
Italian; Clement Dupuy, acting superintendent
Of the Panama railroad; Hugh Dietrich, Ger
man, and VIM. Conner, agent of the Pacific
Mail Steamship Company in Colon These four
gentlemen, after having given their evidence
against Prestan, were confronted with him.
These different declarations show that Prestan
was the author of the fire in Colon,
and, although he strongly denied all the
charges laid against him, actually naming per-