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The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
THE YACHT RACE.
ANOTHER OCEAN CONTEST By
SWIFT SAIL VESSELS.

SANDY HOOK, September Z, a. m.-The only
indication of the rising sun was a dull glare in
the eastern sky There was not the smallest patch
of blue sky. Heavy, black looking clouds were
hurrying towards the southwest, propelled by an
eight knot breeze. An hour later tne aspect was
not more promising. A drizzie set in and made
things very unpleasant. The atmosphere was
heavy, and mnggyvsea only within the radius of
two miles was visible. About Z O'Clock the rain
held up. No storm or even cautionary signals
we're displayed from the signal service station.
Steam fog horns were in operation all night until
about T:30. Then the suns rays burst through the
cloud banks, and two distinct lights of almost
binding whiteness were thrown upon the ocean s
bosom. This was the first signal The air became
clearer, and in few minutes Coney Island and
the light ships were plainly visible
10 a. m.-The yachts are now getting in position
for the start The weather is hazy in the bay, and
seems to be getting thick outside. The wind is
east southeast and about eight miles an hour.
This has been the greatest yachting day that New
York has ever seen and another day of glory for
Boston, for her latest, prettiest product of moral
the first of the international series against
powerful antagonist, the British cutter Gaatea.
With steady whole sail breeze from the south
ward, permitting each to carry all their light sails,
the Galatea was beaten, |? m, 40 sec; actual time,
IL m, O2 sec; corrected time The May Flower
lowance according to the New York yacht club
races, under which the races are sailed.
The contest was eminently fair for both yachts,
inasmuch as half the course sailed gave almost all
wlndward work, while the other half was with
free sheets.
Although the cutter was defeated, she has shown
herself to be faster yacht than the Genesta in
light breeze, and one that may be very hard to de-
feat in a strong seaway.
1t has been day of excitement such as is sell
dom seen in New York, from dawn till dark,
ahoat or ashere in the hotel club or change the
'yacht race was the leading topic of conversation.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
ABDICATION.
PRINCE ALEXANDER DE-
SERTS THE THRONE IN
SPITE OF OFFICERS.
GRAVITY OF THE SITUATION AC-
KNOwLEDGED--RUSSIA PRE-
PAIRING FOR WAR.
BULGARIA.
PRINCE ALEXANDER.


SOFIA, September 6.-Thousands of copies of
the cars reply to Prince Alexander have been
printed by order of the Russian council and dis
tributed among the people. II is believed Russia
will give the throne to Duke 0ldenburg comman-
der of a cavalry division at st. Petersburg and a
favorite of the cEars.
Bulgarian army officers are greatly excited al
though IL Is stated Russia will not occupy Bulgaria
unless civil war should break out, AT the same
time, Alexander saw that popular enthusiasm
would soon cool when Russian troubles were again
set at work, and furthermore, the Bulgarian OIL
and politicians are still strongly pro Russian
and disloyalty in the army is widespread than
was at first supposed.
Bulgarian officers favorable to Prince Alexander
had meeting and decided to retain Alexander by
force NJ. Karaveloff said he believed the fate of
the nation irrevocably linked with Alexander's
destiny, but the difficulty of the situation was al
most inseparable. He told the prince of the plot
four days before the coup eta, but he refused to
listen to any accusation against his officers, and
those in the plot were left free to act.
Before Alexander announced his intention to
quit the throne he received q telegram from Bis
marck, recommending that he abdicate, in order TO
serve Bulgaria.
Prince Alexander's decision to abdicate is at.
tributed partly to loss of Wgor of mind and body
consequent upon the severe trials he has under
gone lately.
WAR PROBABLE.
SOFIA, September 6.-Prlnce Alexander, last
Saturday, presided at meeting representing all
parties in Bulgaria, and decided to appoint W,
Stanbuloh, Radoslauff, Paraveloff, NJ. Guechof
and Stoiloff to negotiate with Russia and other
powers for settlement of the Bulgarian crisis.
An extraordinary session of the Bulgarian cham
Der of deputies has been summoned to discuss
the abdication. 1t is believed the departure of
Alexander from Bulgaria is likely t.. result in a
cruel war.
BULGARIAN MOBILES.
SOFIA, September THE Bulgarian mobiles
have Joined In petition to the czar. They ask
whether Russia will allow national assembly to
a prf a IN md xph atu
will grant the Bulgarian loan II the demands are
not acceded to, the netabes intend to oppose the
departure of Alexander
ALExANDER's DETERMINED PURPOSE.
SOFIA, September Prince Alexander twice
met the officers of his army who called TO persuade
occasion he besought them to refrain from oppos-
ing his departure. The officers express deep sor-
row, but promised to follow the princes wish.
Prince Alexander will leave sofia September 30
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
DESPERATE ENCOUNTER.
AN EDITOR SHOOTS AND KILLS
HIS MAN.

DANyILLE, Va, September IA desperate en-
counter took place at a horse pasture in Henry
county, Virginia, Saturday evening, during which
man named Bausman was shot and killed by j.
T. Darlington, editor of the Henry News. There
had been bad blood between Bausman and Darling
ton for some time. The stOrylis Bausman loaned
ring to young man named Thomson who gave it
to young lady as an engagement ring. Afterward
Thomason died and the young woman married
man named Doyle. After the marriage Bausman
made demand for the ring, which was ignored.
Then he sued out warrant to recover the
ring and the lady gave ito an officer, rather than
have trouble. After keeping the ring several
weeks Bausman declared it was not the one, and
the case was called last Saturday. Darlington and
Doyle's beng related the former and his son
went to the trial. A short while after the trial
began, Darlington's son took offense at something
said by negro, and horsewhppeC him
Bausman took the negro's part, which led to a
difficulty between the white men, but they were
separated After few minutes young Darlington
enter d the room where Bausman was standing, and
soon both were engaged in duel with pistols.
Young Darlington was shot in the jaw and shOul-
der He grabbed Bausman and both fell out Of
doors. Editor Darlington then fired at Bausman,
striking him in the back, but the latter still main
aimed mis- grip on young Darlington. The editor
then reached over his sons shoulder, placed the
pistol at Bausman's breast, and again fired. The
ball pierced the heart, causing instant death. Dar
lington was arrested.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
WAITS FROM WEBBERVILLE.
Special Telegram to the Statesman,

WEBBERvILLE, September Eve have had
copous rains the past week and cotton is fast re-
cuperating from the effects of our late drouth by
putting on a new growth of fruit, and if old jack
frost stays his yearly visitation and is tardy in
getting in, we will make what is termed by our
farmers, large stop CROP" which, in addition to
the present YIELD will turn out abundant supply
of ''the teecy and bring gladness to the hearts of
many.
Our corn crop has pretty generally been gather
ed and while not turning out as was anticipated
some time ago, will be plenty for home consump-
ton, but no surplus.
Our merchants are all complaining of the
scarcity Of cash, and general depression in bus
mess is felt, owing to the lateness of cotton as
very little has so far been marketed. This will,
however, be overcome when it begins to move,
and good average fall business is anticipated
Very little interest is manifested in politics.
owing to our farmers being busily engaged gather
ing their crops and the total absence of candi-
dates. Where are our county aspirants? Are
they all dead, or merely sleepeth, or do they all
expect to make complete "walk over?' Verify,
such cannot be the case.
Our little hamlet has been thrown into state
of melancholy sorrow over the death of Mr..
Thomas Stewart, one of our most wealthy and
useful citizens, who died last Thursday with lock-
jaw, caused from wound inflicted by stepping on
a rusty nail, penetrating the bone, a week pre-
viOus to his death. His demise is universally
lamented
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
GERONIMO.
SURRENDER OF THE NOTED
APACHE CHIEF FULLY
CONFIRMED.
FACE OF THE COUNTRY IN GEOR-
GIA CHANGED BY THE
EARTHQUAKE.

WASHINGTON, September THE following tele
gram confirming the press dispatches was received
at the war department this morning from Gen, o
o. Howard:
FoRr MASON, SAN FRANCIS COUNTY:
To the Adjutant- General of the United states
Army, Washington-
General Miles has returned to Fort Bowie with
the son OF Conchise, GERONIMO, and his brother
and three other Apaches, all as prisoners of war
The surrender was unconditional CAPTAIN Law
ton is following with the remainder of the hostiles
Thirty six adults, and three children in all
General satisfaction existed at the war depart
ment upon receipt Of the news of Geronimos sur
render.
Great praise is bestowed upon General Miles for
his excellent conduct of the campaign General
CrooG's work has not been forgotten. 1t is said
the results of General Crooks campaign were of
great value to General Miles, and the latter sub
stantially followed the plan outlined by his prede
cessor With an increased force it has been posi-
BILE to guard every water hole and effectunlly pre-
vert the hOstiles returning to the reservation.
General Drum, assistant secretary of war, was
in good spirits over the receipt of the official dis
patch confirming the press reports of the sur
render. He said, "This is the end of a war run.
ming with brief intermisson through twenty.
five years, and General Miles deserved
credit for his vigorous work. Captain Lawton
had also distinguished himself gallant officer,
and his pursuit of the hostiles under adverse con-
ditions and hardship was thoroughly commenda-
BILE. The acting secretary was not prepared to say
but certainly he said nothing would be done in the
matter until the presidents wishes were known.
The original dispatch has been promptly trans.
mitted to the Adiron lacks for the information of
the president, and until he has been heard from
the Indians would be held in confinement at Fort
Bowie, Arizona
Other officers of the department were especially
gratiied at learning Geronimo's surrender was un-
conditional The opinion prevails in some
quarters the Indians will be transferred
to the custody of the interior department for
time, and Geronimo and his heutenants will ulti
mately be surrendered to the civil authorities of
Arizona, and put on trial for murder, with re-
suit which wonld require little effort to guess An
officer of high rank however, inclines to believe
the president will never consent to surrender Gero
nimo to the civil authorities, but will order his
trial by court martial if it should be regarded as
proper to try him. The same officer said the sue
cesaful ending of the campaign would be of ines-
tima lie value to the territory of Arizona, as the
hostiles had so ravaged and harrassed the country
till it was rendered almost uninhabitable.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
THE COTTON CROP.
MONTHLY REPORT FROM THE
MEMPHIS DISTRICT.

MEMPHIS, September THE reg liar monthly
cotton crop report of the Memphis district which
embraces west Tennessee, north ississippi
north Arkansas and north Alabama, will be pub,
1t will say the weather during August has not
been most favorable to cotton, although a large
majority Of our correspondents report it much
more favorable than last year The wet weather
which prevailed in June left the plant in poor CON
dition TO withstand the drouth and warm dry
weather which extended from early in July TO
about the middle Of August, and caused material
shedding, and there is general complaint or injury
to the plant throughout the district from this
cause. Together with rust, witch is also generally
complained of except in Mississippi, where the
outcome of the crop is noted most favorably
sessonable showers fell dn ng ths last tvO
weeks Of August, and there has been market
imyr5 ~ ment IN crops IN consequenee. be plAnr
Is fepult-d s. being unnsauly heavily fFuited anG
is In ma Ofity OF cases rsl lning iis squares and
bolls
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09

formed within districts. In consequence, local
district assemblies makes 1t impossible for the
general officers, even with the assistance given by
the executive board to keep up wit h the business
the result is important matter, frequently cannot
be investigated promptly enough to prevent dis.
satisfaction.
To remedy this, ii is proposed to model the gov
ernmen after that of the United States: that is to
nave state organizations and supreme or national
assembly. State assemblies, under the new plan,
will have control Of the territory under their iuris
dic;ion, but the acts of officers will be subject to
reversal by the general master workman. Thus,
Mr.. Powderly will retain supreme control while
gaining relief from the routine work which now
falls on his shoulders. The plan has been
thoroughly canvassed since the adjournment of
the Cleveland convention, and there is little doubt
but it will be adopted.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
AFEAIRS AT KYLE.

SpeClAI IeIegTam 70 Ine oIdItsIHau
KYLE, September 6.-Cottoa is growing remark. .
aly fast since he last rains, and, perdiced, half
"A bale to the acre will he made.
Mr.. Rasmon, the energetic railroad agent OF this
place. reports the shipment of hay, grain and stock
has increased % per cent in the last six months.
The public schools have begun, with a full at
tendance. Prof. James has charge of the Bapti t
Association seminary. He is ably assisted by a
number of teachers from different parts of the
state.
Our streets are being placed in frst-cass cOndi-
ton. Efforts are being made to incorporate Kyle.
Messrs. u. and $: helman left to-day, to attend
school at Bryant college.
Col. II. }. Sledge returned home to-day from st.
Paul, Mnn. The colonel was a delegate to the
farmers congress, held at Minnesota lie reports
having glorious time.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09

village the privilege of experiencing the delightful
sensation OF firstclsss boom. There is already a
decided increase of activity. Building, repairing
painting, etc, 90 on all over town. Real estate is
active prices rising. Large stocks of goods are
being received in contemplation OF an unprecedent
ed trade. New people come every day, smile
long.
In the general advance our educational inte rests
are not neglected The old academy building is
undergoing thorough repairs.
graded school will be established. with prob
ably two hundred students in attendance Pro-
lessor Crow, of Kentucky, will probably assume
its superintendent.
The cotton movement is slow. Farmers hold
for better prices. Recent rains insure good top
crop.
1Miss Mary Eilers and Miss Betie Smith, of
Austin, are visiting the old home of the former.
Hon. J. d. Savers hegins the campaign at Burnet
on The 18th instant.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
FAILURE OF SHOE MEN.

DOVER, N. H., September THE failure of
Cloutman & Brigham, shoe manufacturers created
genuine surprise in Pennington, where the firm
manufactured their shoes. Cloutman was rated as
large number of operatives. The shop was worth
$4,000. ClOutman said this morning that every
dollar he or his wife possessed is assigned He
hopes when his creditors may meet, that such ar
rangements be made that the shop shall be kept
running, and operatives kept employed Cloutman
sat in the convention that nominated Cleveland
and Hendricks and was one of the committee that
notified those gentlemen of their nomination..
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
ANOTHER ACCOUNT.
Special Telegram to the Statesman.

SAN ANTONIO, September Ga telegram from
Kennedy station, on the line of the San Antonio
& Aransas Pass railway, says riot occurred be-
tween two MeXiCans and two white men on one
side, and officers on the other, at Dailysvile,
Karnes county, three miles from Kennedy. at !
in which Sheriff Tate, and Mr. Elder, his brother
Deputy Sheriff Bud Elder, and Mr. Hullen, were
killed outright Deputy sheriff Jack Bailey and
another member of the Hullen family, are danger
ously wounded, County Attorney Graves, Deputy
Sheriff Blair, Charles Daily, and W. G. Butler,
were slightly injured. The two Hullens are old
men, and were not engaged in the riot hey
were hit by stray bullets, The Mexicans engaged
in the shooting have escaped.
County Attorney Graves has wired Governor
Ireland for four rangers to aid in capturing the
AZ the scene of the riot ia acme distance from tha
telegraph, the original cause of the riot, except
that it was over local option election, has not
been obtained,
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
AUSTRIA.
rRErAnrNa ron rnr srnuoe1E.

sTKUUULE,
VIENNA, September 7,-Freie Presse SAYS many
troops are being shipped at Odessa ostensiby for
the Crimea but really believed to he getting In
readiness for action In Bulgaria
AN oPrIMIsT VIEW.
VIENNA, September THE Fremdenblott saws
Prince Alexander's abdication was an act of true
noble act to avert danger from the country. we
hope the question of the succession will be peace
fully and legally settled.
me press urges the government TO pursue
sound, vigorous policy OF compensation and to
avoid the suicidal policy of pulling either Bull
fire.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
FRANCE.
TROUBLE IN INDIA.

PARIS, September 1.-THE journal des Debats
publishes sensational report about ar alleged up-
British rule and In favor of a Russian Invasion,
The report sa 8 a number of Indian princes fol-
lowed Dhuleep Singh's example In joining Russia
and exhorting people through hatred OF the Eng.
lish. The journal des Debats says grave events
are immine ent In Central Asia
BOILER EXPLOSION.
PARIS, September Five men we're killed and
seven injured, to-day at Lunevlle, by the bursting
of a steam boiler
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
BLANCO.
CONVENTION AND OTHER MAT
TIERS OUT WEST.

special Telegram 10 Jne statesman
BLANCo, September 7.-Johnson City had its in
nings ast Friday, the occasion being the confeder
ate reunion. The faces of the veterans fairly
beamed with joy, and "fraternity' was the watch
word. The repast to which they were invited con-
trasted wildly with those of times and evoked
many compliments. 1t was red letter dav, and
did much to promote good feeling between the two
divided sections of the county The reunion an
niversary viii be held at Round Mountain.
On Thursday, the johnson City district voted on
Il proposition to levy a 10 cent school tax. 1t
was rejected by decided vote.
Last Saturday the convention fer the representa-
tive district composed of the counties of Gillespie,
Comal and Blanco met at the court house. Con-
siderable interest was manifested Gillespie, with
one vote, was instructed for Mr.. Goeth. Comal,
with two votes, for Mr.. Martin. The votes of Co.
NAL and Gillespie were cast for Mr.. Goeth, and a
fraction of Blanco's vote There was a doubt as
to whether Blanco's delegation was properly in
structed, as the chairman never announced the
vote. Mr.. GOeth will undoubtedly be elected.
District court meets to-day. 1t is harvest time
for the lawyers, saloon keepers and candidates.
7. 4. Cage has been nominated for state senator.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
COAL MINERS.
ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MA
TIONAL FEDERATION

INDIANAPOLIS, September 7.-The annual meet
ing of the national federation of coal miners began
here this afternoon. About seventy-fve delegates
were present. John Mcbride of Ohio, was chosen
president. number of committees we're ap.
pointed
The report of the secretary was then read The
report briefly reviews the history OF the federation,
and claims that 1t has exercised great influence
in bringing about better understanding between
miners and operators. The secretary takes strong
ground in favor of trades union principles and op-
poses any movement looking to amalgamation as
body with the knights of labor.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
VARIETY DIVES

special Telegram 10 me oIi!-t=i lAl.
FoRT WORTH, September The city council in
regular session to-day granted two variety elbows
of this city license for smother quarter. A heavy
fight vas made against these dives by good citi-
zens hut not wishing 70 take snap Judgment on
the places, three months time WAS gwen them, and
then the variety dives must 60
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
BLOODY TRAGE EDY.
AN ELECTION ROW AND FOUR
MEN KILLED.
Special Telegram to the statesman,

Special Telegram 10 the Statesinan,
DAMEYvuLE, September 6.-One of the most
terrible tragedies that ever occurred in Karnes
county, took place here to-day. The circumstances
are best given in the following dispatch, sent by
County Attorney Graves, to Gov. Ireland, asking
rangers:
70 Coy. Ireland:
men on one side, and officers on the other, has
jnst occurred at our election here, in which the
sheriff. ono deputy and two citizens were killed
outright, and one deputy sheriff dangerously In
jnred, and ono deputy sheriff and county attorney
slightly wounded.
The MeXicans have escaped. l am requested to
ask yeu to send three four rangers to help us
capture Garcia and other MeXicans engaged in it.
L. r. GRAVES,
Comfy attorney
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
CANADA.
A CURIOUS ACCIDENT,

'HAMBLY BASIN, QUEBEC, September Last
evening the Southeastern mixed train, from Farm.
ham to Lohgueni, being too heavy to control, ran
on a switch and showed Ave cars, which were al
ready on the same switch, out to and across the
main line and through wooden house, occupied
by two families into Ave foot ditch. Five in
mates OF the house were buried In It's ruins, but
three escaped without injuries. four year old
hoy was killed and an old woman seriously hurt.
She will probably die.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
HORRIBLE ACCIDENT.
MAN CUT TO PIECES IN A GIN.

A MAN CUT TO PIECES IN A GIN.
Special Telegram to the Statesman.
LIBERTY HILL, September IA fearful accident
occurrs six miles north of this place this morn
ing Mr.. John ConGell in trying to regnlae his
gin got his right hand caught in the saws, drawing
his hand and arm in, cutting and breaking it in a
horrible manner. If the gin had not been stopped
Immediately it is thought he would have been lit
terally cut to pieces, as the saws had drawn him
in to his face cutting his chin. Drs Day and
Thorpe, of this place, and DR.. Westfall, of Bur.
net, were summoned Immediately and amputated
tho arm near the shoulder. DR.. Thorpe has Just
returned and reports COnnel condition favorable.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-09-09
SERIOUS ACCIDENT.
A NUMBER OF WORKMEN BADLY
INJURED.

INJ KED.
INDIANAPOLIS, September This afternoon,
while force OF men were engaged in tearing down
the old Young Mems Christian association build
ing, preparatory to erecting a new one the spring
jDists, upon which were twenty one workmen, pre-
cipitating them all to the floor below, about
twenty feet All of the men are more or less in
jured, but seven caught in the debris and had
to be extricated Of these it was found that four
are dangerously, perhaps fatally injured.
They were Elbert Schumacher, skull fractured
3. Doreth collar bone broken, internally injured
Henry Miller, leg broken, internally injured (;
Oliver Warren, hip crushed; Henry Schumacher,
leg broken; Lew Fisher, scalp wound; Gus Alex
ander spinal injury