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The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Cox in Doubt About Accepting the Turkish
Mission, and Will Consult with His Con-
stituentS About the Matter
Commissioner Sparks Gives His Yer
sion of the De Alma Affair.
Senator Voorhees, Movements-A Mysterious
Treasury Clerk, Thickly Yelled,
ExciteS Deal Of Interest.
UNFORTUNATE BLACKBURN.
An Office Lost Through Too Much Youthful
Enthusiasm.

An Office Lost Through Too Much Youthful
Enthusiasm.
Special to the Indianapolis Journal
WASHINGTON, May 10.-Kentuckys relations
to the administra ton were supposed to be some
what improved by the appointment of James
Blackburn collector of internal revenue in
that State. The appointee found favor with the
President through his brother, the senator. but a
distressing discovery of Jamess youthful exuber-
ance in behalf of the lost cause has led the Presi
dent to revoke the appointment In 1861 young
Blackburn was in the rebel army, and his regi-
ment being about Abingdon, Va. he had in
the surroundings and near vicinity to
the Bull Run field, all that was requisite
to excite mis- glowing Imagination of
what a Kenruckan could do and wanted to do
in behalf of the South. In October of that year
he wrote letter to his wife, in which he ex-
pressed his ability, unassisted, of whipping the
Northern armies That he mad an ardent pre-
tension of desire to do all the fighting is shown
by the following choice extracts from that un-
fortunate letter:
II have left you and our children in the land of
the despot, but God grant that may soon be able
to make the Union men of Kentucky feel the edge
of my knife l have had chills all the way, but
I hope to live to kill forty Yankees for every
chill that ever had. hope that will do my
duty as a rebel and free man. Since 1 know
the Union men of Kentucky, l intend to begin
the work of murder in earnest, and if ever
spare one of them may hell be my portion. L
want to see Union blood now deep enough for
my horse to swim in"
This letter, on being presented to the Prcsi-
dent, caused him to put the question of revoking
Biackburns appointment before the Cabinet
who decided unanimously that that was the only
thing to do, and the appointment was thereupon
cancelled. A presidential explanation of this
action to the Kentucky senator was not pleas
ant duty, but it had to be done. 1t is said that
after a very earnest dissent from the Presidents
views on part of the senator, the latter sac-
cepted the situation conclusively that he re-
fused to suggest any other man for the place.
The effect upon Kentucky at large will be looked
for with intense interest
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
THE ANGLO-RUssIAN QUARREL.

The London Press Criticises the Government
How Russia Profits by the Truce.
LONDON May 10.-There are next to no signs
of any relaxation, either in England or India, of
the preparations for war; The action of the
plenary Cabinet council this afternoon, in di-
recting cancellation of the orders providing for
the dispatch of 1000 troops to India is thought
by some to be significant of purpose to curtail
the war measures. 1t is estimated that more
than Co. 600, 600 has been expended by the gov
ernment in strengthening the military and navy
equipment The military papers in London de-
nounce the governments policy. The Army
and Navy Gazette states that one effect of the
patched up truce is to furnish Russia relief from
the coal famine from which she is at present
suffering. The stock of coal had become so low,
according to this journal at st. Petersburg, that
the Russian feet could not have gone to sea
Manufacturers had been forced to close their
shops, and work has been retarded at the I'm
perial dock yards and arsenals.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Austria Highly Pleased.

Vienna Special.
Austrian diplomacy rejoices in England's hui
initiation. People here laugh at the position OF
Mr. Gladstone. Proud old England is ridiculed
in the most caicial manner. The Austrians are
proud to have achieved for once and by them
selves diplomatic victory. Austrian govern
mental circles take to themselves all the credit
of having preserved the peace. Austria's whole
course Of policy has been laid out by Bismarck.
From him came the order that Austrian dplo-
macy should support Russia in her conflict with
England. Austria obeyed and prevented in an
enegetic manner in Constantinople, the conclu-
sion of an Anglo Turkish convention, according
to which the Dardanelles was to be opened to the
English fleet. By threatening to occupy Macedo-
donia the Sultan became terrified, and, with this,
England was compelled more and more to seek
peaceful settlement of her difficulty with Rus
sia. Within the last ten years We have been
three times on the verge of war with her. Now,
however. the Drei Kaiser bund appears with all
its might against England in order to render her
harmless in any future settlement of the Orien-
tai question.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Samoan Annexation.

LONDON May 10. Earl Derby, Colonial Sec
rotary, replying to strong request from the
government of New Zealand to the English gov
erhment TO annex the Samoa is
lands, on the ground that the ma
tive chiefs wished union with Eng
land, sent dispatch on Jan. announcing that
the government had given ample assurances
that it would respect the independence of Sa-
moa If, therefore, ne concluded New Zealand
should unfortunately send colonial secretary to
Samoa Germany would be justified in annex
ing the islands. The Premier of New Zealand
then suggested, as an alternative, treaty be-
tween England, Germany and America to re-
spect the neutrality of the islands.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
War Preparations Unrelaxed Notwithstand-
ing Arbitration Talk-lIOw Russia Has
PrOfted by the Truce.
Evacuation of Suakim Favored by the
English War Office.
Tories mpatent-Austria's Self-COngratula-
tions Doubtless Premature--Diverging
Views on the Irish Question.
AFGHAN COMPLICATIONS.
Ayoub Khan q Disturbing Element-Earl
Dufferin's Report.

Dufferin's Report.
LONDON, May 10-A source of disturbance
which further complcates the Afghan question
is furnished by the emissaries of Ayoub Khan,
the deposed ruler at Herat, who is now in exile
at Teheran, and was recently cast into prison at
the instance of the British minister, to prevent
his contemplated escape to his own people.
These emissaries are actively engaged in work
ing in his interest among the people between
Balkh and Herat. 1t is not improbable that they
are in the pay of Russia AT any rate they are
carrying on the wishes of the Russian propa-
ganda. They promise the people that if Ayoub
is restored to power, the Russians will guarantee
them independence and freedom from the trib-
utes now levied by Abdurrahman. Friends of
Abdurrahman have warned him that the ad
vances of the British beyond Quetta would be
the signal for general revolt Of Balkh This
movement, they assure him. would at once re-
ceive material assistance from the Russians.
These advices. and others of a similar
nature clearly indicate that an advance Of the
British beyond Candahar would probably be i'm
possible without engaging in combat with the
Afghans This probability of resistance on the
part of their supposed allies, makes the problem
of an advance through Afghanistan much more
serious then has been calculated upon.
Earl Dufferin's report on the Afghan question
is exercising potent influence upon the action
of the government. The rumor current early in
the week that Earl Duffern had resigned his
post because of his inability to agree with the
governments policy, had absolutely no founda-
tion The Viceroy is in complete accord with the
government, except that he recommends the con-
struction Of a railway to Candahar, and the erec
tion of strong Notifications which should serve
as the first line of outworks in the defense Of
India
Public opinion in India among the English and
native communities regarding the prospects of
peace is by no means uniform. The military
and civil officers were disappointed at the turn
affairs have taken, and continue to clamor for
war. The trading centers, however, such as
Bombay, Calcutta Madras hail the prospect of
peace with expressions of grateful relief.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Did the Ameer Sell Out?

london Special.
The real secret of the backdown was gross
miscalculation concerning the intentions Of the
Ameer and the prospects of waging war in Eu-
rope. That the Ameer sold England there is
little doubt, and it is now gravely discussed
whether it is not useless to deal with him fur
ther. Reports of new massacres in the Soudan
increase the feeling against the campaign, and
Lord Harrington has been compelled to promise
ward, as the government is without policy,
and is merely drifting toward the vote of censure
of which Sir Stafford Northcote gave notice on
behalf Of Lord George Hamilton. and which
was drafted with view of attracting the Radi
calls. But the fiery speeches of Salisbury and
Churchill irritate even the Radicals, who will
probably propose an amendment which will ease
their own consciences, but will not hurt Glad
stone
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Washington Special.
Senator Voorhees, was made very angry by his
defeat in that Of Mr.. Eb Henderson, and the
victory won single-handed over him and all the
rest of the delegation and State organization by
Mr.. Holman, and to-day served notice upon that
gentleman that he will see that Hunter is never
confirmed by tho Senate if two gentlemen no Ia
backing fail to be appointed.
The triumph OF Holman and defeat Of Vcor-
hees in the principal appointment he was push
ing for, threw the Hoosier camp into consternas
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
WOlseley to Return.

Another difficulty has arisen over the govern
ment's position respecting the Soudan. In spite
of the Daily News's confident and inspired de-
nial this morning, there is little doubt that VOL
seley and the government are at loggerheads.
Though his campaign is conspicuous failure,
he could have returned honorably under cover
of an ostensible necessity because of the diff
Guilty with Russia; but now he would return to
find his occupation gone and naturally, is un-
willing, and desires to prosecute the war. This
certainly will not be tolerated by the country,
and the government will be compelled to insist
upon his return.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
OBITUARY.
Death of a Prominent st. Louis Citizen, a
Friend of Charlotte Cushman.

Friend of Charlotte Cushman.
ST. Louis, May 10.-Wayman Crow, one of
the oldest, most. prominent and best-known
merchants of ST. Louis. died to-day. aged n
years.
Mr.. Crow was born in Hartford, Ky, and
came here in 1885. He established the firm of
Crow & Tevis, which was subsequently changed
to Crow, McCreery & Co., and is now, and has
been for several years known as Crow, Hargadin
& Co, one of the leading dry goods houses of
the West. Mr.. Crow was president of the
Chamber of Commerce from 1910 to 1850 served
in the State Senate in 1910. and again in 1850,
and was one OF the leading spirits in the railroad
movement in the early days Later in life he
devoted much time to benevolent objects, and
was closely identified with the art growth of the
city He was warm friend of Charlotte Cush-
man, and patron and friend of Harriet Hosmer,
the sculptress. He was also q generous con-
tributor to education. and few years ago
erected beautiful building as a memorial to his
deceased and only son, which is known as the
St Louis Museum of Fine Arts, and which he
decided to Washington University. During the
war he was very earnest worker in behalf of
the Union soldiers in the field, and was promi-
nent in all the sanitary and aid measures of that
time.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
FOREIGN MISCELLANY.

The Cabinet and Earl Spencer at Variance
on the Irish Policy.
LONDON, May 10-Earl Spencer, Lord Lieuten
ant of Ireland maintains thatit is necessary that
the leading provisions of the crimes act should
be retained Mr. Chamberlain president of the
Board of Trade, declare his opposition to a re-
newal of the crimes act in Ireland, and urges
that it be replaced by a mild peace pres ervation
measure. Mr.. Gladstone. it is said, also disap
proves of the crimes act, and throws the weight
of his influence on the side of modified act. In
view of these facts the resignation of Earl Spen-
Ger is expected before the general elections are
oil
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Nj. Gounod Angry.

PARIS, May 10.-M. Gounod has been inter-
viewed on the subject of the recent decision of
the Sheriffs court of London in award
ing Mrs. Weldon $4,000 damages in her
suits against him for libel, SANDER, ETC.
NJ Gonoud considers the decision of the jury
simply monstrous. He says he did not
know of the publication of the article un-
til months afterward, when he became so
angry over it that he wished to challenge
its writer, Albert Wolf, to a duel. He has
abandoned the intention to conduct 'Mors ct
Vita" at the Birmingham festival. declaring that
he will never go to England again.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
bismarck ON SUNDAY Work.

BERLIN, May 10.-The Reichstag is expected to
close its session this week. During the debate
of Saturday on the bill to forbid Sunday work,
Prince Bismarck said in his opinion the
question of regular working days was important
though he himself was not in favor of law
forbidding work on Sunday. If he thought work
ingmen really wished it, he would advocate
the measure. In answer to deputy who said
English and American manufacturers were far
beyond those of Germany, the Chancellor de-
clared that England was centuries in advance of
Germany in civilization.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
What the Tories VIII DO.

Lond on Special.
The opposition attack on the Ministry in Com
mons next week, on the vote Of credit, will be
led by Lord George Hamilton. He will chal-
lenge both the Soudan and Afghan policy. The
Tories actually profess confidence that they will
triumph because Of Radical Liberal abstentions.
This is unlikely, though close vote is expected
1t is probable that the government will be de-
feated again by an amendment proposing to
transfer the expenses of registration to the con-
soldated fund or course there is no question
of the Conservatives taking Offices at this late
hour, but it IL quite possible that the govern
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
MINOR MENTION.
Sparks's Version Of His Inter-
view With De Alma.

WASHINGTON, May l0.-Commissioner Sparks
stated in an interview with an Associated
Press reporter that ne had been harassed for
some time past by the opportunities of Col.
De Alma to have his accounts allowed. Yester-
day he had not time and told him so, when De
Alma became abusive, cursed and swore, and
was ordered out of the room. He continued
this abuse and was finally elected. When the
matter was made known to Secretary Lamar he
showed signs of annoyance, bat made no COM
ments.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Cable Notes.

The government of Chill has entered into an
agreement with the Compagnie Commercial, of
Paris, for the sale of guano. The government
advances the company f200,0 600 at per cent,
and is to receive per cent on all sales.
An Imperial Federation League" to promote
unity of the empire, to further development and
interchange of resources, and resist any tend
ency to disintegration, has been formed at
Montreal
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Riot i'm Venice.

VENICE, May 10.-A serious riot is in progress
here. The trouble is caesed by the saloon pro-
prietors keeling gondolas for the use of their
guests. This innovation was resented by the
regular gondoliers, who organized mob who
attacked the saloon gondoiiers and scuttled their
boats Several serious casualties have occurred,
and many arrests have been made.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Agreement Signed.

LONDON, May 10.-Earl Granville is stated to
have signed an agreement on the scope of pro-
posed arbitration, which leaves matters between
England and Russia open for settlement without
reference to an arbitrator. An Angle Turkish
alliance has not been completed This is at
tributed to Granvile's withdrawal of terms on
the prospect of peace with Russia. The negotia-
tions have led to closer entente with the Porte
on the Gladstone policy
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
The Tories Growing Impatient.

LONDON, May l0.-Lord Randolph Churchill
and other members of the Conservative party
with fighting proclivities are deeply angered at
the supineness of Sir Stafford Northcote, and de-
mand that he, Tory leader in the House of
Commons, make uDcompromising resistance to
the granting of the vote, or stand aside num-
Der Of Radicals have exposed their intention of
voting against the government in the decision on
the vote Of credit The liberal Wings are anx-
ious the division shall take place on Tuesday.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
The soudan Situation.

LONDON, May 10-The programme for the
abandoning of Soudan is still commented upon.
The War Office insists upon the complete
abandonment of Suakim, or, should this be
deemed impracticable, the maintenance of a de-
fence of that place by construction of perma-
nent stations on the Nile.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Peaceful Tendency.

TIEHToN, May Accommodations have
been exchanged between the French and Chi
nese governments on the lines of the Fournier
memorandum These communications show q
tendency to a peaceful settlement between
France and China. All duties in Tonquin have
been fixed at per cent advalorem.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
An EnyOy'8 Failure.

CoNsrANTINoPLE May l0.-Tsemhi Pasha,
the Turkish envoy to England failed to effect
an arrangement with England for the occupa-
ton. of the Soudan by Turkey, because he
claimed the right Of Turkey to garrison Cairo.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
DeGiers,s probable Successor.

ST.. PETERSBURG, May l0-It is reported that
Prince Lobanaff Rastowski, the Russian embas-
sador to Austria, is about to succeed M. DeGiers
as foreign minister. Prince Lobanoff was sum-
moned from Vienna last March, TO advise the
Russian government in regard to the Afghan
frontier question, and he is known to hold strong
anti En- glish views
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
FIRE LOSSES.

Shoe Factory at Haverhili, Mass, Badly
Damaged
HAvERHILL, Mass, May 10.-Fire brok out
this morning in the cutting department of c. N.
Hoyt & Co.'s shoe factory. The flames were
confined to the second story, but the whole
building was drenched with water The loss is
$4,000, covered by insurance. The stock of
Bray Bros, manufacturers Of soles, tips aud
stiffenings, on the first floor was damaged to
the extent Of $l5, 600 by water Insured. G. s.
Grace and G. p. Long g. Co., heel manu-
facturers, had their stock damaged by water.
About two hundred hands are thrown out of
employment
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Gladstone Preparing a Surprise.

ST. PETERsBURG May 1O.-The Journal de
St Petersburg thinks Mr.. Gladstone may antic-
ipate Sir Stafford Northcotess motion of censure
with a surprise for both opponents and friends.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
BUSINESS OF THE COUNTRY.
As illustrated by the Statement of Clearings
at the Principal Cities.

Boston, May 10.-Following table is COM
piled from special dispatches to Boston Post,
from managers of leading clearing houses in the
United States giving clearances for the week
ending May 8, 1885, with the percentages of in
crease and decrease, in comparison with the cor
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
War DETERMINATIONS Unahated.

VIENNA, May l0.-The Russian prepara-
tions are undated. 1t is reported that Russia
has forbidden the employmentof Engishmen on
the forts in Afghanistan.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
rerry's Failure With the Pope.

PARIS, May 10-M. Ferry remains in Rome.
He has been unable to obtain an audience with
the Pope Cardinal Jacobini, the Papal Sec.
retary of State. has refused to
receive NJ. Ferry, believing that the aim Of the
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Reference to Herat Declined.

LONDON, May 1l..A dispatch to the morning
Post from st. Petersburg states that M. De
Giers has informed Sir Edward Thornton,
British ambassador that Russia declines making
any reference to Herat in the further progress
of the negotiations with England.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
sickness at Snakin.

LONDON, May ia dispatch from Suakim
states that an alarming amount of sickness pre-
walls among the troops at Suakim, but that the
military of the British army suppressed the
facts
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Sionor Mancini Resiprs.

ROME, May 10.-Signor P. S. Mancini has re
signed his Office as Foreign Minister, and his port
folio has been taken by the premier, Signor A
Depretz.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Overesti,nated strength.

LONDON, May l0-A ST. Petersburg dispatch
says the Cronstadt fleet is of but little use, and
that Russian naval strength has been greatly
oVerestimated
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ment is seriously discredited, and will be forced
to dissolve Parliament at early date. Lord
Randolph Churchill said privately, yesterday,
that he gives the government three weeks.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Kassala Holding Out.

CAIRO, May 10.-Advices received here state
that Kassala still holding out against the
rebels on April IL.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Prospect Park Loss.

New YORK, May lO.-The grand stand, re-
porters' stand and judges stand Of the Prospect
Park fair grounds were burned to-day; insured.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
Agricultural Works Destroyed.

MARKHAM, Ont. May 10.-Fleury & Sons
agricultural implement works. with large stock,
were burned to-day. Loss, $4,000; insured.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11

STAND down the hall. My grandad fit in the
Revolution 'Solon Shingle" at tho Dime
Museum to-day.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11
INDIANAPOLIS, MORNING. II,

latter is TO present overtures with the effect OF
inducing French Catholics to the belief that the
Vatican is friendly to the government
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11

He Smiles the Women and Promises
Them All Situations.
Washington Letter.
But Higgins shines best as ladies' man.
There is nothing Secretary Manning dislikes
more than to be annoyed by the women who
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-11

6oLoN SHfk0LEs idea Of perfect paradise
ray down East, al tho Dime Museum day.
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Total. $715 6S1, ,755 Decrease 80 z
Outside New York. 244 646 9O7 Decrease. 10. 2
Omaha and Minneapolis not included in the totals.