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Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
STILL INVESTIGATING.
Postmaster Jones of indianapolis Says ~,
H. Not Alarmed.

Postmaster Jones of indianapolis Says He
IL Not Alarmed.
lNplANAroLs, IND, July G0.--The
civil-scrvice commissioner, Thoman, and
Chief Examiner Lyman continued their
Investigation OF the charges against Post
master Jones.
Lucius Swift, on behalf of the indie.
pendent committee, filed an answer OF
that body TO the defense to their original
charge by the postmaster. In this AN
swer they reasscrt the complaints made
before, setting forth the specifications
and proof in support of the same.
Postmaster Jones says he feels that he
has committed no wrong and adds that he
Is not at all alarmed as to the result of the
inve StigatiOn.
Thoman and Lyman expect TO complete
their inquiry tomorrow and will within d
few days make Il report to the civil-scw
ice commission.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
BENBROOK.
4 Murderous AssauIt-Death of Prom
ment Lady.


Special TO the Gazette.
BENBRooK, TEN, July 30.-A few days
ago man named Jack Wade, who worked
on Col. Nichols ranch, became involved
in quarrel with Charles Benz, who Is Il
tenant on the same place. 1t seems that
Wade boarded with Benz, and at supper
time on the day mentioned Wade began
cursing and otherwise abusing Benz for
not bringing some oats to the house for II
mule team. Benz replied and COM
manded him to leave the house, where
upon Wade became furious and drew II
large knife and Il revolver and would
have shot Benz had not Mrs. Benz
got between them. Mrs. Benz was So
Frustrated by the excitement that she has
been very Ill since.
Benz appeared before Esq. Denbrook
and made oath in accordance with these
( facts. 4 warrant was issued for Wade
! and placed in the hands of Constable
Courtney, but Wade has skipped the
/ country.
4 feeling of sadness has been thrown
over the entire community by the dcatl
| of Mrs. Martha Bcnbrook, wife of oul
worthy justice of the peace, j. NJ. Ben
! brook. The funeral yesterday afternoon
/ at o'clock was very largely attended
! Rev. W. ID. Robinson, pastor OF the NJ. +
church at Granbury, oillciated in his
usual solemn and impressive manner.
Esquire Kicks, Constable Courtney anC
| Mr.. Bndberry left this morning for VII
barger county prospecting. II they lik'
the country they will invest, and we viii
lose three of our most worthy citizens.
Misses Bee and Daisy Jones, nicces o
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
CLAIB0RNE's SUCCESSOR.
capt. scur,s of the Honstou Llsh, Guard 4,
Candidate.

capt. scur,s of the HouStou Light Guard a
Candidate.
GALVESTON, TRN" July 2a.-Mai, ten.
John " Claiborne has rendered his rcsig-
nation to the governor as major KEN.
cral commanding the first division OF Texas
volunteers, and has asked the acccptaucN
of the same. Tho causes lead
ing To this action upon the part
of ton, Claiborne are irrcconcilnblc differ
cnccs existing between him and \dlt.Non.
King. In replying tn Gcn Claihornc'H rcsigna
ton, the governor hopes these differences may
he adjusted and he neither accepts nor
rejects the resignation, The doughty general
l., however. pcrsistontNn HIS determination
10 resign and addressed the governor 10 that
effect. but at the same, time stating that ho
win not yacate the office until his successor is
appointed II the line of promotion Is observed
either Brlgadicr. Generals Roberts or Robinson
| win be appointed TO succeed Claiborne. In thls
| connection The name of Capt. Thomas Scurry Of
tho Houston Light Guards Is mentioned, aud
several strong letters have been sent from yari
Gus parts OF the state TO GOV, Ireland nrg
| Ing the appointment of CAPT. ScnrJy
/ as Claibornc's successor, claiming " would be a
fitting compliment to this able aud brilliant
| Young commander who has conferred such dis.
imcilon upon the military VI the state.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
An Evening in the Country.

SILVER CREEk, TEN, July ", lhH1'
10 the Editor Of the Gazette.
was SO fortunate on Friday evening,
the Path inst. Ms 20 happen AT school eN-
hlbitlon at Bluff Spring school-house near
the county line of Tarrant and Parker.
About twilight more than IL thousand
people hnd assembled TO witness the clos
ing exercises Of this school. Mr.. NJ. +.
Wharton, the teacher, had erected Il plat
form adjoining the school-housc, so that
the immense crowd enjoyed the moonlight
as well as the exhibition. | have seen
the performance Of many amateur clubs,
concerts, theatrcals, etc, but did not
expect to lind in rural district In Texas
II performance that would challenge com
petition even by professionals.
In the comedy OF Cinderella, Miss Laura
OrTck representing that character, quite
eaunlcd the authors ideal. Misses Young,
Daughcriy and Annie and Linnie Dunlap
supported their characters well; tho
costumes were suited 10 each scene
Mr.. Louis Fraser as prince acted his part
right royalty.
The beautiful melodrama OF Snow
White was also played Misses Laura
Orrlck and Mobile oswald personatcd the
leading characters Of Queen and the Prln'
cess Snow White. The acting OF these
young ladies In this piece deserves, ID,
highest commentator. Their costumes
were elegant and wen suited the chnrac
tiers they were representing. Miss Orrici
was as queenly In her department and a'
easy and graceful In her manner us II she
had been accustomed 10 the stage Mis-
oswald by her chlldlikc simplicity anf
sweet songs was much admired. Ncithcl
Of these characters could have been bet
ter suited. All the rest Of The company
acquitted themselves we'll Mr. Rober
Terrell as prince Of burgundy closed In
play beautifully IN cspousing SNOW White
! There were many other short PLAYS, din
logues, speeches, etc, too numerous "a
mention. have never seen an eShibi
tion that would pronounce grande
success, aud Il speaks well for this DIS
trict and of Texas 10 know they have
good schools and take an Interest In them
NJ. l.. w.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
THE POOR MANS FRIEND.
What "a Good Building aud Loan Associa-
lion VII do for You.

What Good Building aud Loan Assoeia-
ton VIII do for You.
No better investment could be made ny
a salaried man than the purchase OF stock
TO the amount of a thousand or more dol
lars in the Citizens Building ana Loan
association. This association has been
organized but short time and the oppor-
tunity 10 secure stock in the begin
ming should not be neglected.
Through -. Is. Walker, secretary, we
learn that the association has II few more
shares unsold aud that the books will, In
all probability, he closed before many
DAYS. when no more stock can be lssued'
Mr.. Walker can he found at Taylor &
Bars, and will take pleasure In explain
ing the practical working Of the associa'
ton TO any person interested on inc
subject.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
The Privilege Matter.

There was much talk upon inc s'ree's
yesterday over the action OF one BOD
Galloway in the matter OF having leaseo
small piece Of land adjoining the re-
union grounds proper, and the erection
there by him Of beer stand, In direct OPP
position TO the interests Of the comhilt'eei
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
c,Mr COUNTY.

special 10 the Gazette.
PIrrsBuRG, TEN, July CO.'S yet
nothing has proven disastrous to the cot.
ton crop, and, under the present prospect,
OF large yield OF the heecy staple
farmers are more bouyant than ever.
The stalk Is large and IL fruting well
The weather has been very warm and dry
for the last eigh, or ten days, which ha,
proven beneficial 20 cotton, II is feared
by many, however, that the weather will
continue dry too long and when II rains
! the cotton will throw off.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
VIRGINIA POLITICS.


Convention.
RicHNo>p, Va, July W,-rho Democratic
state convention assembled at 1918 this morn
ing. John u. Massey and Capt. Phil Mckinney
addressed the convention The report OF the
committee ON resolutions was then submitted.
The platform shows opposition 90 amy Increase
OF taxation, opposes all further agitation of the
debt question, and rcitCrntcs H. acceptance as
u hnal settlement of tie "ulddlo'
berger blll,h rCnCws the pledge
OF continued support to The public school sys.
tenn, recommends n change In the revenue
laws which VIII require speedy settlement by
the collecting officers, recommends the super
vision by the Legislature OF the operation of the
railroads of the state 80 rs 10 prevent uiunsi or
discriminating charges ndvochtes liberal sun,
mort 10 the Insane nhylumA ana continued
aid to needy and Disabled Confederate soldiers,
recommends the passage VI such laws ~ VIII
permit each county or district 10 hold q sporlAl
election upon the question of tile sale ol Npltil
uous liquors, fnyors an amendment 10 lho cNisi-
ing oyster laws. fAyorH changes IN the election
30 ~ 10 relieve the people of the burden on TOO
frequent elections fayors HE cqunl dlrtrlDu
tion of public patronage among az
sections. opposes the employment Of
convict labor In competition With Tree lahpr,
and fnVors laws compelling the government
contracts services to be performed by ren
| labor fnVors the eight hour law, advocates
complete aud unconditional abolition OF thr
| Internal revenue system, rcHilruH the drrlnfh
tlon OF The national Democratic party at It's last
| convention on she subject OF tarn
! and especially maintains that the ncces
/
! mn.t hc made without depriVlng
| the American lnbofer OF Ms ability tO compete
! successfully with foreign labor mdornes clVil
| service reform while ai the tainn time lop-
| POSES nppOntlnrnt 10 cflice Of offensive pArll
| rn,Is connonds the administration of frcsi'
! dent cleveland, nnd especially the president
| melton In removing offensive federal Officers IN
virginia aud spurns Tho charges
| brought against The Democratic par
| IL In tho document purporilpg
| tu be platform OF the Republicans OF the state
| The platform sets forth what the Democratic
party has done for Virginia and concludes Win
| i severe arragnmcni Of The Republican parry,
John H. Massey MAS Then nominated iof
| lieutenant. governor on The lfst ballot.
| H. 4 AyerA was nominated on the hucohd pa r
| LOT for attorney general.
| A resolution was adopted by rising vote cNs
nressinr sorrow at The drnih of Con. Grant
and qualification ~ tho thought mat pc, IN llu
irving hours, bore hiinsoli toward the poop.
OF tho south with ruel nagnnnlniig anu Bn0b
| faith ~ can never DO forgotten, ana rendering
sincere sympathy ia his family
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
The Barbecue.

Prof. George of Dallas, who was
awarded sometime since the contract for
the barbecue part of the reunion cncamp-
mcnt, arrived in the city last
evening from the Trinity town
with corps of efficient aud trained
assistants, and win at once commence
the work of preparing for the barbecue.
The party with himself consisted OF
thirteen men, and most formidable.
looking crowd they were.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
Murder Trial at Iona.

special 20 the Galeltc
PALESTINE, TgN., July s0,--Ross Da-
puy's preliminary tid for the murder Of
Thornton at Iona Monday last was held
yesterday at Iona, Justice Parks presld-
Ing. The defendant was placed un1er u
$1,000 bond, which b readily alsS The
deceased pursued TIE defendant soma
distance with a knife before the fatal snot
was fired.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
GALVESTON.

Election of school Trusiees--.i small Vote
Polisd.
GALVESTON, TEN, July 8o.--An cleo
tion Of school trustees was held In ms
city to-day TO hll the expiring terms Of
three members Of the present school
board. A very light vote was polled,
less than 300 citizens nyalllng
themselves Of the alleged sacred right
The successful candidates were II. g.
Thompson, NJ. y. kleberg and Col. W.
d. benson. Thompson and kleberg had
a walk-oyer, but Col. benson was APP
pointed by jacob Weak, Who received
some 350 votes.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
Grand Picnic.

II Is learned from competent authority
that grand picnic will be given al the
reupion grounds on sunday next. Trains
will be run hourly from the Union depot
Refreshments IN abundance viii pc served
and good music, provided there VIII DC
no entrance fee charged. Further notice
viii be given.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
POTrSBORO.

special 10 the Gazette.
PoTrsRoRo, TEN, July 30.-'rhe Meth
odist camp-mceting at Georgetown, three
miles north of this place, is progressing
finely. There were twenty-five CONVEX
sions last night The meeting viii break
up next Sunday, the I'd of August.
The city ordinance went into effect on
the 2stll, consequently the town hog Is
seen no more on the streets.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
TARRANr COUNTY.

Special TO The Gazette.
BENBRooE, Ten. July a0,--Thc
weather has been oppVssiycly warm for
several days and were it not for the con-
slant breeze blowing, would be almost
uncomfortable.
Three threshcrs have been running
constantly since harvest, but there is an
immense amount OF grain to thrcsh yet
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
Elected From the Grounds.

From parties at the reunion grounds
last night we learned of some trouble the
officers had in the election OF two parties
who attempted to enter the mclosure
with improper company. \ rough and
tumble fight cnsucd but the officers came
out victorious, and the parties were en-
nnIlnl
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31

as also TO Mr.. John Hofman,
who purchased Of The committee at the
sale the other day the entire beer privilege
upon the grounds, for which he paid one
half cash and the balance to be paid on
The first day Of the encampmcnt.
We are Informed by the committee that
The matter will he amicahly settled to-
lax
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
WISE COUNTY.

Spcclal % ihe Ua2otto.
DECATUR, TEN, July a0.--lt isvcry hot
and dry IN this county now. W. have
had no rain for four or five weeks, aud
cotton is needing IL badly, as is also
young fruit, trees, shrubs, flowers, etc.
The black lands are cracking open, show
ing the need of rain badly.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
The Committees, Need.

The various proffcrs Of stock OF all
kinds are much appreciated by the rem
ion committee, yet they insist that all
who have anything at all to donate to the
cause would send it in ut once. A large
quantity OF everything will be required,
aud II is to be hoped that all VIII assist
to the extent of their means, and that the
sheep, calves and beeves will be sent IN
al once
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
IAMpAsAs COUNTY.

special to the Gazette.
LAMrAsAs, Ten, july 30.--lt has been
very warm and dry, though II Is now
showcrng, with prospect OF good rains,
which are needed.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
Charged With Incest.

NpcfTlI 70 INC ffuKtIIt'
TYLER, TEN, July 8O.-Afldavit was
made here to-day against james Latlrop
by his daughter, Emily Lathrop, charging
him with outmging her nearly year ago.
The girl Il about seventeen years old ana
is rather good-lookingg girl. The parties
are white. The officers are after l.athrop
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
M,LESNAN COUNTY.

Special to the Gazette,
WACO, TEN, July 80,-Up TO . p. M.
to-day the weather was opprcssiyely
warm, when light shower of rain fell
and tile prospect Is good for more.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
DECATUR.
Marshal CnbeiI LEARNING The Hog-P",hS-
Other Mates.

other Mates.
special "a The Gazette.
DECATUR, TEN July aO.--Gen. cabellt
the marshal of this district, Is In Deca'
tur, learning the by-patbs and hog-tralls
Of Wise county for future reference, and
Is guest Of WIN. A. Miller, our efficient
district clerk, who was on Gen. Cnbclfs
staff during the late civil war.
A burly negro entered the residence of
Tom stevens last night. Miss Cora
Lemon saw him enter and gave the alarm
when the thief fed. He was pursued by
the sheriff and bloOd-hounds. This morn
ing w. :. Gilbert, the bloodhound con-
stable for this precinct, captured the
darby out Of town about three miles,
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
BosouE COUNTY.

onccl0l 20 The NNzcIIt.
CLIFTON, Ten, July 30.-We are need
ing rain in this portion of the county.
The weather is warm, the thermometer
registering nearly 100 to-day.
MIR. Frank kcll has shipped forty car
loads of'vrain since the first OF the month,
1t l. stu selling for seventy cents,
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
lnnNsnN CnuNrN.

Special TO the Gazette.
ArNNE,po, TEX July 90.-'rhc heat
was very oppressive to-day, the mercury
registering 100 IN the shade. There are
some indications of rain tonight. Cotton
is doing we'll.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
CIirnnkEE cnuNrY

Correspondence of the Gazette.
RISK, TN. July 29.--Tho long-iclt
want for Il general rain was relieved by a
splendid, heavy rain yesterday evening,
which will benefit cotton considerably,
and was worth thousands of dollars 10
Cherokee county. It was general rain
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31

lar J have heard nothing Of IT, merely
call attention 10 II, as II would be RI.
regretted by all should some serious ac-
cident occur TO mar the pleasures Of the
occasion puYsct,N
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
y,NZASpT COUNTY.

Special 10 the Gazette.
EpGrwoop, Ten, July S0,-Crops are
looking well Cotton is needing rain \
light shower fell here last night.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
GnAYsoN COUNTY.

special 10 the Gazette.
PorrsnoRo, Ten, July 80,-Thc
weather still continues hot. Thermometer
to-day IN the sun ran up TO l2S
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
In,licntinns.

WAsmINGroN, July 81, \. M.-for the
West Gulf states Continued warm and
generally fair weather, followed by cooler
weather and local rains. In Arkansas,
variable winds
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31

A trial package Of Silver Loaf baking
powder never fails 10 convince the honse'
keeper that its purity Is beyond question
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
MARION COUNTY.

~pCClNI 70 INC VuIVTIc.
JEFFERSON, TEN, July S0.-A rain fell
here yesterday. Crops are in Il line con-
dition, and promise II large yield.
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31
WEATHER REPORT.

The cotton belt weather report OF
Texas, showing the maximum and mini
mum temperature, also the rainfall Tor
the past twenty-four hours, Is as fol-
lnNyS,
Fort Worth daily gazette. (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1882-1891, 1885-07-31

when Silver Loaf baking powder +
used according 70 directions, satisfactory
results always follow.
Wichita daily eagle., 1885-09-19
SCOTT COUNTY.

Prof. Parsons, of Scott Center, Scott
county, called yesterday and told us of the
wonderful emigration to that county. Last
December the first quarter was filed on and
now there are not TO exceed dozen timber
claims left in the county. The Scott town
company, of which Prof. Parsons is the
head, last week plated the town and within
three days nineteen business houses and
seven residence were contracted for, the lott
being donation to those who contracted Il
build. Prairies are being broken up and th'
soil is found rich black loan. The mex
move will be on Wichita county, Lane be
ing already pretty well settled up. Scot
county is situated midway between the SAINT
Fe and Missouri Pacific roads, the west lin
of the county being within fifty miles of tn
4.a%o
Wichita daily eagle., 1885-09-19
a BIG MISTAKE.

The Cowboy, of Dodge City, lumbers up
the dispatches with matter which it seems
the editor is not well posted. The big steer
suit is not and will not be before the Wichi-
ta United States district court, which is a
criminal court with jurisdiction over a GER
tain portion af the Indian Territory. The
EAGLE. at the time the suit was brought, set
forth the facts, and we can't immagine for
what the Cowboy has been misled. The
trial, as the dispath intimates, is big and
important one, but it viii be before
Judge III. c. Sluss, of the district bench of
Kansas, sitting in and for Sedgwick county.
The amount of damage sued for is S49O, 800.
instead of SSi7 800 Ii is true that it is one
of the biggest suits ever instituted in this or
any other western state, probably the great
est so far as the amount involved is concern
ed. Ii is said that no cattle died of disease
and that if will be proven. No attention
was paid TO Secretary Lamar's order for the
release of the cattle. The cattle were not
sick before nor have they been since, which
will be proycn
Wichita daily eagle., 1885-09-19

called Q man and gave him instructions to
find her home, when of . sudden up came
the child's mother, comely, rather poorly
dressed Young woman, in the depths Of
agitation. The men delivered over their in
fant ward and walked away q few steps,
when of a sudden the president, ex-
cusing himself 'just for min
ute," walked rapidly back to the
child, whose tears were being wiped away.
He didn't explain to Postmaster General
Jewell what it was that had prompted bis
return, and Mr.. Jewell did not explain
either why he too found it convenient to 90
back to the little one for minute or SO.
Mr.. Jewell had opened his purse, not sus-
pecting General Grants motive. General
Grant did not open his purse, or rather the
child did not get anything out of it, for BY
some mishap not penny had he in his pos
session. Instead Of coins, Postmaster Gen.
eral Jewell found the little one with al
apron full Of cigars. The general had
emptied his pockets into her lap. l hav'
| never heard a story more Characteristic o
the headlong, earnest, honest generosity Of
General Grant.
Wichita daily eagle., 1885-09-19
a BIG RAILROAD SCHEME.

The&ansas City papers are talking of a
big railway enterprise lately organized
which is TO run from point on the Gulf tc
San Antonio, Texas, and which section ii
now being built, and on north from San
Antonio, passing through the counties OF
Kendall, Gillespie, Marion. Mead, Condio
Reynolds, Nolan, Fisher, Stonewall, King
Motley, Collingsworth, Green, in Texas
through the Cheyenne and Araphoe reserva-
tions and Cherokee strip, entering Kansas
"at the southwest corner of Barber county
and then by neaaly direct line to Kansas
City. Wichita is not named in the scheme
but is directly on the line. 1t is long road
and long way of, probably, but if ever
built will prove a great trunk line