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Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
CONsUmATE FIEND.
Tho MOnstrous Barbartty Oh
Kansas city Negro.

KANSAS CITY, october 22-0ne OF the most
barberous crimes ever perpetrated IN TINS
city was committed last night by eolored
man named ICY" Laferly. He engaged In
quarrel with his wife, knocked her down
and beat her to insensibility., The menu
set Are to 1t and left her, making his escape
by the back door OF the house. 1t was sey-
eral moments before the neighbors diseov-
cred the woman's awful condition. when
burned to a crisp, aud she died to-day. The
murderer is still at large. Lyuching, IN
case of capture, is freely discussed.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
CANNON EXPLOSION.
G. l.. Bradford, of French Corral,
Instantly Killed.

NORTH SAN JUAN, Cal, october i3-Last
night. at a meeting of Democrats at French
Corral, an old worn cannon was brought
out to fire salute. At about the second
round the cannon exploded, instantly kill.
ing C. f. Bradford, an old resident of
French Corral. A piece of the cannon blew
some distance and struc, Henry Davis, OF
Sweetland, cutting off all the toes on one
foot. Several others had narrow escapes
from the flying missels.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
A MALICIOUS MIsOREANT.
An Engine Ditched and Fire
man Killed.

ALTOONA, Pa, october 23.-This afternoon
as the regular passenger train from Coal
port to Cresson, OF the Short Line Railroad
was on its way down the grade half way
between the two places. the engine jumped
the track and went over steep embank-
ment rolling twice over in Its descent,
killing Fireman Grant Hatfield and
seriously injuring Engineer II. B. Hibbs
The "a srpger.cars remained on the track.
spik, had been placed in a frog at that
point by miscreant. 1t is thought to have
been the work OF a Hungarian
who had been formerly employ
ed in the construction OF the
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
THE CHILD APACHES.
The Government Providing sor
Their Education.

w AsHINGToN, october 23.-The Secretary
Of the Interior has informed the War De-
partment that the thirty-nine Indian youths
between the ages of II and % years among
viii he received for educational and indus
t,ial training If deliverd to Capt. Pratt. su-
perintendent of the Carlisle Indian training
school in Pennsy lvauia, and he has also di'
rected the Commissioner OF lndian Affairs
below - years of age suitable to be sent to
sehonl
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Spanish-Americans

This club held its regular meeting
last night and notwithstanding that many
were at Temple Block listening to the elo-
quent orators Irish and Jacobs, there was a
good attendance.
Joaquin Villalobos with his usual elo-
quence addressed the club, showing that
the Democratic party was the party of the
laboring class, the party OF the people and
the friend of the Latin race in general.
Bowles Taney, candidate for Township
Just and Terrence Cooney, candidate
for the Assembly of the nth District being
present. addressed the club in an eloquent
manner.
The club adjourned to hear the speaking
in front of Temple Block in body. Robt.
Dominguez acted as Grand Marshal.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
a SENSATIONAL SUICIDE.
a Washington Clerk Blows His
BrRtns Ont.

WASHINGTON, October 22.-The Sixth An.
ditor's office was the scene of sensational
suicide to-day. Robert W. Aston. a clerk
In that branch of the Government service,
after coolly announ ling to the chief of the
division that lie was "going to put an end
to this thing" walked TO his desk, took So
calibre revolver from his pocket, and Sc t
a ball crashing through his brain. The
pistol was placed so near his h .ad tn 1t the
hair was sinsed and the skull shattered.
The unfortunate man lived but 45 minutes
after the fatal shot had been fred. Nervous
depression is said to have led to the act.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
CHINESE MURDEREKS
Shit OFT n white Man Through the
Abdomen.


The practice of abusing Cinnamon once
moro met with disastrous results, last
night, near Beaudry avenue. AS the last
Second street cable car was leaving the
foot OF the street. at 11:2O, four Chinamen
go. ON, two taking seats on the dummy and
the other two inside the car. On the dunn
my there were also three laborers, en-
ployed by G. Burlingame, the contractor,
of No. Beaudry avenue. These men. after
the cars were on the way, commenced play
ing practical jokes and abusing the China
men. and finally when nearing the engi ne
house, threw into the road the hats of the
two Cinnamon on the dummy. These
Cinnamon got Off to pick up their hats, and
the laborers then also left the car. Upon
reaching little bridge over the ditch near
Beaudry avenue they renewed hostilities
with the Cinnamon, when one of them
pulled out a revolver and commenced blaz.
ing away at the white n en. Three shots
were fred by him, and Charles Freeser. a
Swede, fell TO the ground. The China
men then disappeared in the
dark, and the companions Of the
man who had fallen also ran away. Some
men VINO were in a barn belonging to Bur
lingame hearing the shooting came run
ming out and found Freezer lying on the
ground in great ag ny. A hack was tele-
pnoneu lot anu tue man was removed lO
the police office. where DIR. Will &c. Lindley
made an examination OF his hurts 1t was
found that he had been shot two inches be-
low the navel, the bullet entering the alb
dominal cavity. No extensive examination
could be made, but the doctor pronounced
the wound very dangerous and that i. will
probably prove fatal shortly. The man,
who is only IS years of a.c and vigorous,
was suffering great pain, and was repeat
edly taken with violent retchings. lie kept
octi ipy IN ha M IN s1aan ~ his nnina W.
insupporlable. The two Cinnamon who
were engaged in the shooting are believ d
to be employees of the Belmont Hotel. The
two other Cinnamon who were in the car
and who work at the College were arrested
by officers Dalton and Benedict as wit
nesses. At first they claiIled 20 be ac-
quainted with the other two Cinnamon, bur
afterwards they deuied knowing them.
the officers for the purpose of hunting
them up.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
FOREIGN.
Alexander Requests to be
Ignored.
BULGARIA SHOWS HER PLUCK.
Troublesome Anarchists in London.
A Baron Arrested-The Quick
Tempered Gear.

( Special 10 the Herald bY the associated Press I
SOFIA, October 25.-Pr;nce Alexander has
requested the Sobranie to ignore him az a
candidate for the Bulgarian throne The
Bulgarian government Is endeayoring to
persuade the Rcumelian deputies to refrain
from attending the sobranIe on the day
when successor to Alexander ia chosen.
A majority have promised to remain away.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Tbe Ventura Fair.

SAN BUEsA VENTURA, October PA
great number of people were out at the
track to-day. The judges of the ladies'
tournament. which took place yesterday
decided as folio ws: Eirst race, Miss Addie
Holden; second, Miss Clara Clay; third,
Miss Nav jenkins; fonrth, Mrs: Bate Davis;
fifth, Miss Maggie Shiel; sixth, Miss Bera
Day; seventh NJ Mtss Clara Shaw.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
SCANDAL EN HIGH PLACES.
a Raron Arrested for Forgery
and other Grimes.

BERLIN, October pa scandal has been
caused in the highest circles by the arrest
OF Baron Otto Won schleinitz, nephew of
the deceased minister of that name and
member of the Emperor's household. lie
is charged with acting as the agent of a
band OF men leagued together for the pur-
high-born persons and with selling forged
titles and decorations. On the discovery of
his crime the police favored his escape to
France out of regard for his uncle. who was
then alive Since the latter's death Schlei-
nitz has been traced to England where he Is
charged with the forgery OF bull of ex-
change for "a, 600 marks. lie has Just been
exlradited. An accomplice named Long,
who was concerned in the forgery, COM
mitted suicide upon hearing OF Schieinilz'
arrest.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
THE COAST.
Central Pacific Railroad
Collision.
A FATAL CANNON EXPLOSION
A WOman's InsOlvency--The Erick-
son Murder-Bay District
Races.

Special TO the Herald bv The Associated Press.
SAN FRANCISCO, october 93.-This morning
q collision occurred between two freight
trains on the Central Pacific main line near
Emery station. No. G, the regular west.
bound overland freight, ran into the rear of
a special freight train. The caboose OF the
special was smashed, the forward part OF
the colliding engine was badly broken and
several freight cars were derailed. No one
was injured.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
An Importans Enterprise.

Yesterday an important sale took place,
the property transferred being 700 acreE OF
the Grant tract adjoining the CITY limits.
The dummy railroad is to pass directly
through this tract and the syndicate pur.
and pipe water to each lot. Large lots will
then be placed on the market at the average
price of $195 apiece. The land is said to be
good aud the water sup ly abundant. The
manager of the syndicate, w.ich is com
posed of Los Angeles capitalists says his
company proposes to build n number OF
houses and sell houses and lots at very
lnw urice.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
A CONFESSION.
George Orr Explains the Killing
of Erickson.

SAN FRANcIsco, october 2s The full con
fession is published to-day of George F. Orr,
who was arrested in Trinity county, together
with George I. Rogden, C. Shaeffer, E. Cut
ter. C. Armstrong and G. A. Klpz. for com
plicity in the murder OF George Erickson, a
sheep farmer, on September 7th. In the
confession Orr stated that he had been in
the employ of Kunz. On the morning of the
day thst Erickson was killed. Kunz and Orr
went out hunting. A short time after they
started out. Kunz told Orr to remain where
he was until he came back. lie returned at
five p M, and said he hsd shot Erickson
They then rode back to the house.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
An InsoIyent woman.

SAN FRANCISCO, october 23.-Betsey Fran
els Newell has filed petition in insolvency.
She was a stock broker and in the language
of the petition, "in consequence of paying
assessments and the depreciation of stocks"
has become insolvent. Her liabilities are
$40 796. She has no assets.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Respec,fu,ly Declined.

SAN FRANCISCO, October 23.-By the
steamer Alameda, which sails to-day for
Honolulu, a reply will be forwarded from
the Pacific Yacht Club to the invitation re-
ceived from King Kalakua to race to Homo.
at his fiitieth birthday. The reply, after
Cordially &C thanking the King for the gener-
GUS Invitation, states that twill be impos'
sible to acceptthe same owing to the late
ness of the season, ami that several yachts
are already laid up and out of commission.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
A BRUTAL ASSAULT.
A Ship Stewart Assaulted by Two
MurderOus sailors.

SAN FRANCISCO, october 23.-George Reid,
steward of the ship Macleod, moored at the
seawall, was awakened from his sleep early
this morning by having his door broken
open by two of the sailors, Harry West and
John Eirick. The sailors commenced kick.
ing him, and he jumped up and grappled
with them. In the struggle which followed
Reid was stabbed several times in the face
and neck. He finally succeeded in getting
away, and took refuge in the captains
room. Police were sent for and the bell1ger
city prison. Reid's wounds are very serious
No reason has been ascribed for the assault
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24

sent out circulars to steamship owners ask
ing for tenders for fast ocean mail service.
The conditions set forth in the circulars are
that contractors shall maintain regular
line of staunch and powerful steamers to
perform weekly voyages between Liverpool
and Quebec in summer and between Liver
pool and Halifax and Portland in winter,
the steamers to make fifty-tWo voyages each
way during each year. The proposed con-
tract is to be for ten years, the steamships to
be of not less speed than fifteen knots an
hour and the contractors are not to discrini-
mate in freight rates against Canadian ship
ping. The contract is to be subject TO the
approval of Parliament.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Passengers to arrive.

The steamer Orisaba sailed from San
Francisco yesterday with the following pas
scngers for Los Angeles Miss N Mansell,
Mi.s Helling, Mrs Aaxaeld. Mamie Hous.
ton and two children, E Squassy, y G
Gregg, Mrs Flynn, Mrs E Williston, Mrs "
B Tedford, X Flynn, Mrs q Gregg, I B
HamRohd
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
salty AND CLEAR.
BASE BALL.
NJ. Louis Wins The worlds
Cha M pi o II hip.


ST. LOUIS, October 23-The sixth and wha
proved to be the decisive game between the
Chicago and St. Louis Browns. was by far
the closest and most exciting of the seri es
Although the sky was overcast with threat
ening clouds which promised rain at any
moment, a crowd early began to arrive on
the grounds, and continued to pour through
the gates until long after the game was well
under way. The total amount won by the
st. Louis club by the result of the game was
y3e1O 20. OF which sum s6554.25 was taken
in at Chicago, and s63f5.s5 at st. Louis.
Before the game began, Mr..
Clay Sexton, on behalf OF the members
THE MERCHANTS EXCHANGE
Presented Bushong, the pitcher of the
Browns, with handsome silver service,
and Captains Anson and Comlskey with oo'
uuets. For Umpire Grace Pierce of the
League staff had been selected. His voice
was weak and his decisions throughout the
game gave rather poor satisiaction; Az pre-
cisely $50 the game began with Cnlcaso az
1t became evident that 1t was to be y ,ttle
OF pitchers, Clarkson and Carutners' the
crack pitchers of the respective clubs, being
in splendid condition.
se NEITHER SIDE SCORED
In the first inning and only one man reached
the first base. O'Neil, of st. Louis, gotta base
on balls. For the Chicago's Pfeffer hit safe
to right stole second, reached third on
passed ball and came home on Ryans hit
In the fourth Pfefier sent the ball under the
seats behind the center field for home run
and in the sixth made the third and last run
for the visitors by getting to third on hit
which
PASSED BETWEEN THE LEGS
OF both Robinson and Welsh. and coming
home on Williamson's lily to Welch. Up TO
the eighth inning st. Louis had not made a
hit nor got but one man on first In this
inning, however, Comisky got first ON safe
hit to right. Then WEIGH hit to Burns,
who threw the ball past Anson, allowing
Oom'skey to score, After FOuiz and Robin
son had retired on flies Bushong took first
on balls and Lstham's three-base hit
brought in two runs. Latham, however
oycrran third aud was touched out.
Caruthers retired the nine by going ou at
first on
LITTLE hit TO BURNS.
This left the score a tie and the crowd
went wild. The ninth inning yielded no
runs for either side though Burns made
base hit Chica 'os in the tenth retired n
one, two, three order, For St. Louis Welch
hit safe past second. Fout2 hit to William
son, who fumbled the bail letting. Welch to
second. Robinson went out at first, Welch
going to third and coming In with the win
ming run on wild pitch. The crowd Inn
mediately rushed on the field in the highest
state of excitement and exultation, and the
worlds champions were carried from the
grounds on the shoulders of their admirers
The st Louis club won the game by a score
OF four to Ghfcago's three.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Earthquake at Cottonwood.

CoTroNwooD, Cal, october % To-day at
355 p. NJ. there was avery distinct shocA of
earthquake felt here. The vibratory mo.
tion was north and south, and was preceded
by a rumbling sound similar to tnat of
train moving over bridge. The shock did
no damage.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
The sale at Newhali Yesterday,

The SHIe Ht NcW"t HoSte"ys
The sale of real estate at Newhal yester-
day was attended by about 100 people. The
lots sold well. the total amount received
from them being 1925. The principal bny-
ers were G. Kerckhoff, g. Ashman, 4. =.
Porter and II. Beveridge. All the excur-
siopists had pleasant time, and the gener-
al opinion seemed to be that Newhall Is des-
tined to become one of the most thriving
towns OF the south. The auctioneer was
Waiter Newhail. who, as usual, made things
hum.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Drowned i'm a Vyash.Vub.

wATsoNvILLE, Cal. October 23.-The 10
year-old daughter OF Peter Storm, who
lives In Monterey county, about six mil es
from here, was drowned TO day by falling
into n tub OF we ter
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
\ Negligent Parent,

UKIAH, october % While hauling load
of bark from the mountains to-day Dan
Gibson allowed his four -year.old boy to fsll
from the wagon. The wheels passed over
his body, causing his death.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
NIurderers LYnched.

JACKSONVILLE, iFla:, october 2S..-The
Times Unions special from Appalachicola
says that John and Lot Renen were lynched
to day at Bloun.stown, Franklin County.
this State, for the murder of John Griffin ON
october 81.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Knulbars, Demand Refused.

SOFIA, October 23,-General Kaulbars has
demanded of the Bulgarian government
postponement of the meeting of the So
branje. The government refused to accede
to his demand, and he has started for Tir-
nova to attend the sessions of the S0branje,
which begins next Wednesday.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
The Japanese visitors.

SAN FRANCISCO, october 23.-Prince
Komatsu, of Japan, and suite, who arrived
here from Japan on the Goth inst, left for
New York to-day. The psrty VIII visit salt
Lake, Denver and Chicago en- route.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Beer CnttIe Shipment.

SAN FRANCISCO, october 2S.-Twenty-three
carloads OF beef cattle passed through Sac
ramento yesterday on the way to San Arno.
San Bernardino county.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Tho Farmipwton Fire,

FARaINoroN, Me-, october 23.-Thc exten-
siye fire which started here last night and
continued today, burned thirty three
dwelling houses, nineteen stores. three
churches and two newspaper offices. The
loss Is estimated ut 100000; insurance
.vnail
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24

SAN FRANCISCO, october 23.-The coroner's
jury to-day acquitted Captain J. ]. Ellis who
Yesterday shot and killed Sam Collymsre
showed that he acted In sclf-defense.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24

The Mott aud Long Comedy Co.
Closed their successful engagement here
last night in the screaming farce. "A Victim
OF Circumstances" The house at the matt
nee and also at this finale was very well
filed with our best playgoers.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
AN INDICTMENT.
Santa Maria Wants Railroad
workshops.

SANTA MARIA, october % -Four promi-
nent land owners to-day telegraphed to the
Southern Pacific Railroad Company that If
lands were needed at this point, upon which
TO build workshops, they wDuld donate
twenty acres within the town limits.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
JUSTIN MCCARTHY
Secures the Contested Seat i'm the
House of Com nmOmS.

LONDON, October 22.-Justin Mccarthy,
Parnellite, has been awarded the seat In the
House of Commons which he contested for
in the recent election against Charles Ed
ward Lewis. Conservative. Lewis has sat
for Londonderry ever since 1872. In the
recent election the poll, as counted. gave
Lewis l.7Sl votes and Mccarthy LIS ana
tho seat was awarded to the former, who up
to date has occupied 1t, although Mccarthy
at once entered protest and has ever since
been pushing his claim to the seat. To-day
Lewis's counsel abandoned his clients
claim and the seat was declared to be Nc.
Carthys. Mccarthy has the seat for Long
ford county, which he obtained without op-
D sition.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Sujsty s,egaulter,

PITTSBURGH, October 23.-5amuel Gay, the
defaulting chief clerk of the Pittsburgh
pension office, pleaded guilty to-day on
Twelve counts. Sentence was deferred.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Fire at Sea.

LONDON, october 23.-The British ship
Otterbu-n. from Greenock, August 18th, for
San Francisco. took fire at sea and was
abandoned. Hercrew are at Montevideo.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Marriage Liccuces.

Marriage licenses were yesterday issued
70 the following parties: W. H. Kosstain
TO N. Oehlain; P. O'Mara to N. Farrell; H.
Howard to L. Roesberger aud f. +. Culver
to X. McGary.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
POLITICAL.
Resignation of Minister
Cox.
THE DEMOCRATS AT POMONA. 5
appointment of California Nan.
State and National
Politics.
POLITICAL.
THE DEMOCRATS AT POMONA.

Especial the Herald by the associated Prcss.i
WASHINGTON, October 23-The for mai
resignation of g. s. Cox as Minister to Tur-
key, was received at the Department Of
State to day. -
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
LITTLE hit TO BURNS.
The Engineers Attend a Clam
Bake.

NBw York, october 2s.--The delegates to
the annual convention OF the Brotherhood
of Engineers started for Glen Island at
neon to-day to attend a clam bake, Comm0-
dore Stara having placed one of his largest
steamers at their command. 1t was crowd
ed with delegates, their wives and invited
guests.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24

Change of Place Of Meeting.
The Democratic meeting that was adve1-
tised t. be held ON Monday eveaine -
fropt Of Tomple Block. aud addreeeeQ ~
Hon. Washiueton Bartlett and Hon. fAtric[
Reddv. will be held In Motifs Hail. On -
uain street, at - o'olock. &c aud ~ -
next Goyernor Of CAliforntx-
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
SAN u,cgo.s Great Register.

SAN DIEGO. october 23.-The Great Regis
ter, as completed, contains 4240names. The
old Register had 1854.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
a yniuahIc Property Purchase.
Eppis Acquitted. a

SAN FRANCISCO October 23.-Mrs. Mark
Hopkins has purchased the southeast cor
ner of Tenth and Market streets for 1885, 600.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Rurke Prepnring for the Fray.

SAN Francisco, October 2S.-To-morrow
Burke will proceed to the Ocean House and
go into active training for the meeting with
Dempsey, which 1t has been arranged shall
take place in Mechanics Pavilion ON the
evening of November 18Th.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
SPECIAL AGENT WEST.
of His Case About
COmDleted.

grand jury, which has been engaged in In
vestigating the charge against General
ment, for opening letter addressed to Mrs.
Hepburn, has completed its labors and 1t is
stated will not find true bill of indictment
AGAINST him
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Earthquake at Athens.
New Ocean Mail Line.

ATHENS, Greece, october 23 There was q
shock of earthquake here to day.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24

A California MAN Appointed.
WAsHINGToN, October 2s-The President
this afternoon appointed John F. Campbell.
OF California, to be Consul at Tamative.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
Lynch at Pomona.
Especial TO the Heald.l

POMONA, October %.
This town was wild with enthusiasm to-
night, the occasion being a Democratic rally
to hear Joseph d. Lynch, candidate for
Congress, and Geo. s. Patton, the nominee
on the county ticket for District Attorney.
Mr.. Lynch made very eloquent plea for
party principles and for the ticket. The
made splendid speech, clear and logical
Both speakers mnde votes for the ticket.
aud Pomona will roll up big vote for
State and county tickets. There was g0od
music and big torchlight procession.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24

Ghirardelii's prepared cocoa, noal ex
cellcnt substitute for tea and coffee.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1886-10-24
SAN BENITO VALLEY.

A Visit to san Joaquin and Hol.
lister-A stage Driver Who
Knows what he is Talking
About "A Beautiful valley
with MagnsficentPoss
-AThrivimg Town and an En-
ergetic People = Wayside ke-
ma FkR.