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The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1886-04-28
The Tariff Issue.

II will be remembered that in the
presidential campaign of 1884 good
many of the leading democratic and in
dependent newspapers persistently as
serted that the tariff was not an issue,
and when Mr.. Blaine made his strong
protection speeches in the West they
charged that he was unduly magnifying
the importance of the question. But
the character of the democratic tariff
bill now pending in the house shows
that the tariff was much more an issue
in 1884 than the people were aware of,
and that it is now one of the most i'm
portant of all the national questions
before the country. The fact that there
are some democrats who are protec-
tionists and some republicans who are
free-traders does not initiate against
this view, but a great majority of demo-
Gratis are free-traders in principle and a
vast majority of republicans are pro-
tectionists, and it is the maiorities
which determine the policy of either
party on this question. The present
tariff bill is directly in the free-trade in
terest, and its advocates have endeav-
ored to strengthen their scheme by
making concessions to manufacturers
engaged in a few exceptional lines of
production. In this way they hope to
make serious breach in the ranks of
the protectionists. That there is a
considerable element of our manufac-
turing interest which has outgrown the
need of protection is not an argument
against the protective tariff, but rather
it is very strong evidence of the bene-
fits of protection, for the latter was the
ladder upon which they attained to
their independence. But the many
still absolutely dependent for existence
upon protection must not be sacrificed
to the selfishness of few who think
they no longer need it. Even with the
assistance of this class of manufacture
ers the free-traders will hardly be able
to get their bill through congress at this
session, though the President is said to
be making strong exertions in their be-
half. But hereafter we trust that no
republican will allow himself to be de-
ceived by the declarations of the demo-
Gratis and mugwumps that the tariff is
not an issue in our politics.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1886-04-28
Imitation Butter.

The house committee on agriculture
have agreed to report bill providing
that manufacturers of oleomargarine
or any other compound in imitation of
butter, shall pay license tax of 81 900;
that wholesale dealers shall pay $500
and retailers 500. The bill also pro-
vides for tax of ten cents pound
upon each pound of the article sold,
which is to be paid by the affixing and
canceling of special stamps prior to the
removal of the goods from the manu-
factory, and for the punishment of
dealers who shall sell oleomargarine, or
any compound made in imitation
of butter, that shall not bear such
stamp. There is no more question
concerning the constitutionality of the
measure than can be raised in regard
to the tax on whiskey or tobacco, or
the imposition of revenue taxes gen.
orally. The artificial butter men are
said to be presenting, in favor of their
goods, scientific opinions based on
samples which have little resemblance
to the bogus butter which they foist
upon the public, and calling it the
article on which war is made by the
dairymen. The fear is expressed that
through the supposed indifference of
the public the bogus butter-makers may
be able to prevent legislation during
the present session of congress-; but
there ought to be enough men in con-
gress who are willing to protect the
dairy interests and consumers of gen.
uine butter to secure the passage of
some measure for the regulation and
sale of the artificial substitutes. SO far
as concerns the movement for the pro-
hibition of the manufacture of imita-
ton dairy products, it would clearly be
| unconstitutional and impracticable. II
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1886-04-28

has grown stronger rather than weI
No satisfactory explanation of his 81
has ever been given. The reports thu
informed the national committee ths|
would speak for Mr.. Blaine, but did
think It wise to do so because of lett
had written, and that the committee ad
with him, have never been verified AMI
not generally believed among Vernon
publicans. 1t is well known that the d
League and the state central committt
peatedly asked Mr.. Edmunds to speak
once or write a letter announcing h
tention to vote for Mr.. Blaine, and tina
declined to do So Is Mr.. Edmunds' &C
in the senate this winter considered an
to regain his standing among the Yer
republicans That is the general
but do not think he has succeeded
his chances for reelection, l will simpl
that it is impossible to foresee the resi-
the election. Were it to be held tod
think it doubtful If he would be chosen
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1886-04-28
Republican Committee Meetings.

The republican state committee met
at the Pavilion on Friday evening to
fix upon the time and place for holding
the convention for the nomination of
state officers. There were present Hon.
Warren Gibbs of st. Adams (chairman)
Hon. Carroll S. Page of Hyde Park
(secretary), Hon. George Nichols of
Mortified, Colonel Franklin Fairbanks
of st. Johnsbury, Hon. James X. Batch
elder of Arlington, Hon. g. E. Ben
ton of Guildhall, f. w. Baldwin of
Barton, w. f. johnson of Woodstock
and Col. Julius j. Estey of Brattleboro.
TWAS unanimously voted to hold the con-
vention at the Golden Fleece in Montpe-
lier on Wednesday, June 16. The formal
call will be issued in a few days.
Delegates are to be chosen upon the
basis of one delegate from each town
and an additional delegate for each
one hundred votes and for each frac'
ton of one hundred votes over fifty
cast for the republican candidate for
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1886-04-28
Ex- Governor Smith on Senator
Edmunds' Position.

The following is a Chicago dispatch in the
Boston Record and other papers, under date
of April 22d;
ex-governor j. Gregory Smith of Ver-
mont, who has been in the city two or three
days, was asked yesterday what the prevail
ing sentiment was in the Green Mountain
State regarding Senator Edmunds' candidacy
for reelection and the basis of the opposition
TO him. Ever since the nomination of Mr..
Blaine said the ex-governor, there has
been bitter feeling among the republicans
of Vermont against Mr., Edmunds, because
of his unwillingness to take part in that
campaign. Since the election the feeling
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1886-04-28

manufacturers and dealers in bogus
butter were required, under heavy pen
alties for refusal or neglect, to brand
their product with its true name, and
the dairymen generally would endeavor
to produce better average quality of
butter, the battle against the oleo-
margarine and butterine interests would
be more than half won.
The Vermont watchman. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1883-1911, 1886-04-28

BALMY odors from Spice Islands,
Waited by the tropic breeze;
SOZODONT in healthful fragrance
Cannot be surpassed by these.
Teeth il whitens, purifes;
You will use it il you're wise.
ONE great merit of that beautifier of the
teeth. SOZODONT, is that its effect upon
the mouth is refreshing, while as means
of cleansing the teeth and improving the
breath it stands alone.
SPALDING's GLUE" handy about the
house, mends everything,
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-10-07
A PAGEANT.
GRAND ANNUAL PARADE
AND FESTIVAL OF THE
YELLED PROPHET.
LYNCH LAW IN THE NORTHWEST
WALLACE, MURDERER OF THE
LOGAN FAMILY.

ST. LOUIS, October 5-The Yelled Prophet accom-.
panied by his retinue of faithful attendants and
preceded by brilliant pageant, emerged at 30
clock this evening from the subterranean cavern
at the corner of Twelfth and Chestnut streets n
being the eighth annual parade, and after travers.
ing the principal streets of the city, proceeded to
the merchants exchange, where grand ball was
given in his honor.
The Prophets pageant consisted of twenty-one
hoats upon which were illustrated the most inter
esting and important events of American history.
twenty floats preceded that of the yelled prophet
in the following order:
First foat---America carrying the statue of the
goddess of liberty.
Second hoat-The discovery of America by the
Norsemen, illustrating Longfellow's poetical ac-
count of that event
Third foat-The landing of Christopher Colum-
bus on the Island of San Salvador.
Fourth fOat-The formal presentation by
Ferdinand and Isabella.
Fifth foat-The discovery by Ponce de leon of
the fountain of youth
Sixth tioat-!he surrender by Montezuma of
the City Of Mexico to CorteZ.
Seventh hoat-King Nezahualcoyot the last of
the Mexican line.
Eighth hoat-The discovery of the Mississippi
Ninth float The story of Pocahontas and John
Smith.
Tenth foat-Henry Hudson on the Hudson
river.
Eleventh fcat-Burning of Dutch village by
Indians.
Twelfth float-Landing of the Pilgrims on
Plymouth Rock.
Thirteenth float Washington crossing the Della
ware.
Fourteenth foat-Peace. The heroes of 1776.
Fifteenth hoat-Danial Boone in his log cabin.
Sixteenth float-The far west. A prairie scene.
Seventeenth iloat-An equestrian monument of
Andrew jackson.
Eighteenth foat-The forty rivers. A mining
camp.
nineteenth hoat-King Cotton, A plantation
scene.
Twentieth fOat-Missouri representing the yari
GUS industries of her state
Twenty-frst float-The veiled prophet.
This was the handsOmest float in the pageant. A
cavern scene was presented The roof was stud
ded with gems and supported by heavy pillars of
marble. The yelled prophet occupied massive
throne of gold and was Guarded on either side by
an armed attendant. Scat cred before him were
Everywhere along the line OF march the prophet
was greeted with enthusiastic bursts of applause
by immense crowds of citizens and country visitors
who thrOnged the streets and filled every foot of
space that could be made available.
At Merchants exchange a large proportion of
guests arrived before the Yelled Prophet made his
appearance, and when the ystic visitor entered
he was received with round after round of ap-
plause He made his way through the throng to
the rOstrum, where had been erected triple
arches, each bearing appropriate inscriptions. The
ends of the platform bore huge palm trees, while
each side and in front solid beds of potted
plants The decorations of other portions of the
hall were profuse, yet tasteful. At signal from
the prophet the festivities commenced, and 5000
guests made merry late into the night
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-10-07
SAN MARCOS.
A PUBLIC SPIRITED PEOPLE--MU u
AL.-PERSONAL MATTERS.


SAN MARCOS october 5.-There was very en-
thusiGstic public library meeting held at the court
house last night AConstituton was adopted, the
organization of the association completed and
committees appointed to begin the formation of
the library. After extending an invitation to the
ladies' to attend the next meeting the assoca-
tion adjourned to meet at the Methodist
church next Monday evening. AS our enterprisng
citizens always liberally encourage every public
enterprise, san Marcos will soon have public
reading room and library that would do credit to
town Of many times its population.
Judge Ed. II kone lef this morning on tour
Of inspection Of the pubic schools of the county;
The Judge takes lively interest in educational
matters, aud during his term of office has been of
great benefit TO our schools
The ladies are considering proposition to pre-
sent the opera Pinafore sometime during next
month. AZ there is the greatest abundance
of musical talent in our community there will be
very little trouble casting the characters and pre-
pairing the chorus. In musical talent San Marcos
is pre-emiuaut, and music lovers of the Capitol
City would be well repaid for trip to the comfy
site of Hays county when Pinafore is put on the
never die of the blues for want of amusements,
either actual or in near anticipation.
Prof. Dix opened a Spanish class last night
Quite number Of young men enlisted In the on
slaught on the Mexican gibbish, and the fellow
who cant hablar e5pagnal will soon feel Lonesome
in this community.
PERSONAL.
Col Sledge, after an extended trip to Missis-
sippi has returned, and his pleasant countenance
was seen on our streets to day.
MIR. s. J.. Townsend has returned from trip to
Minnesota, where he disposed of several car loads
OfTeXas brOnCuOJ
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-10-07
RE EHRIBUTION.
THE MURDERER OF THE LOGAN
FAMILY LYNCHED

ST. LOUIS October 5.-WallaCe, the murderer o.
the Logan family of five persons father, mother
and three children-was taken from the jail a
Steelevile last night, by a mob, and lynChed.
The guilty man had been taken to Steeleville fol
safe keeping for fear he would be summarily deal
with by the enragcd citizens of Cuba. Friday
morning, October l, mob gained entrance 10 the
Jail, seized Wallace, dragged him from the cell and
strung him up. He was cut down, after being al
lowed to hang for short time in order that a con-
fession might be forced from him. He refused to
own up to the crime and before the crowd could
him and carried him back to the cell. The crowd
prevailed upon to disperse and it was supposed
that the law would be allowed to take its course
Last night, however, second and more success
full attempt was made to mete out justice to the
murderer. A masked mob of about 100 men
gathered around the Jail at midnight and demanded
entrance of the jailer. This was refused, and the
mob battered down the doors. A delegation of
their members was sent to bring out the prisoner,
while others detailed to guard the roads lead
ing to the scene.
Wallace was wakened from his sleep and dragged
out to the infuriated mob He was asked if he
had anything to say, and responded by strongly
protesting his innocence still adhering to the story
that it was the negro, Vaughn, who was guilty.
This angered the mob more than ever, and with
shouts they produced rope, one end of which
they placed around the murderers neck. while the
other end was thrown over the limb of a tree
standing near the Jail.
The prisoner still protested his innocence, and
appealed for mercy, but without avail. Strong
hands grasped the rope, and Wallace body swung
in the air.
Another chance was not given him to confess,
and in few minutes his body was a corpse. The
mob then dispersed, and the Jail officers cut down
and took possession of the body There is no
clue to the leaders or participants in the lynching
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-10-07
THEATRICAL.
A PERFORMANCE NOT OF THE
BEST FLAVOR.

New YORK, October 5.-1he theaters began their
regular winter season last night. The perfor-
nance of the Lonsdale, Violet Cameron troop at
the Casino was severely criticised by the morn
ing papers The Tribune says external
and internal circumstances combined to make
the English flavor high, so high indeed that the
odor was decidedly unpleasant TO nostris of all
decent people, and well-wishers of the stage, and
yet Miss Violet Cameron and her commodore
found no favor. 1t is true that the house was
crowded, but it was not such an audience as we
are wont to see at the Casino.
were men, and it was noticeable
that when applause came from the vicinity of the
women, the airwas somewhat oppressiyely scented
with "patchouli
1t was exceedingly obvious that determined
effort was made to give greeting to Miss Cam
eron. There was semblance of heartiness and
sincerity, but it nevertheless only little less
of the feature that the effort to bolster the operetta
with applause. The work itself scarcely received
recognition, nor did it deserve a better fare.
Miss Cameron has an agreeable manner of sing
ing Her singing of verse is decidedly pretty in
registers it takes edge which robs it of its sweet
ness and charm. Her speaking of verse
is high pitched and wiry. Her attitudes
are firm. but her gestures ungraceful. She might
give pleasure with few songs in secondary parts,
in the presence of dozen or more singers on the
American stage. She isnot equipped to stand at the
head and give her name TO alYric organization.
The Times is equally severe upon the whole per
fOTmance.
Mrs. Langtry made her entrance on the Ameri-
can stage at the Fifth Avenue, appearing as "Lady
Ormond, in the comedy of "a Wife PERIL She
play Is peculiarly adapted to her powers, and in
il she shows that she is not novice in the art Of
actinp but one of the most expert, ingenious and
pleasing comedy actresses of her time
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-10-07
GALVESTON
COTTON TRADE BOOMING---SINGU-
LAR ACCIDENT---POLTT
Special Telegram to the Statesman

COTTON TRADE BOO u u
LAR ACCIDENT---POLI
Special Telegram to the Statesman.
GALVESTON, October 5.---Local railroad officials
say they have never known buster period in the
history of the city than at present All tracks are
crowded to the Utmost capacity and cotton is ar
irving fast that it requires the greatest care to
avoid confusion Receipts by rail average 6;00O
bales daily and 1000 to 1000 from Houston by
harges. EyeUv dock is crowded with steamships
loading the staple for Europe. The Missouri
Pacific road is now taking out twenty cars of steel
rails daily, for san Antonio and theiAransas Pass
road BY Saturday night next 1,2 tons of rails
now on the docks will have been loaded for San
Antonio. This cargo completes the ironing of the
main line Of the new road, also the Corpus
Christi branch
Chief Engineer Gibson of the steamship San
Marcos while Walking on the Strand last night,
encountered 5auana peel and fell, severely frac-
turing his rilht rist and compe ling him to lay
over one trip, willie his vessel proceeds to New
York.
There came ne6r being small strike this morn
ing the street car line, caused by the introduc
ton of company caps for drivers to wear. About
a dozen drivers rebelled against the caps, but the
company persisted, and new men were obtained.
The colOFed republicans held closed door con-
vantion last night at which it is understood the
political siGuation was thoroughly canvassed, and
several Independent candidates endorsed for cleo
ton Chief OF whom are Ketchum for sheriff ,Eas-
ton for clerk. Gus Walker county clerk, and j d.
Sherwood FOR treasurer.
Chief Justice Willie left this evening for Tyler,
to attend the sitting of the supreme court, which
will continue until January /.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-10-07
BURNET BUDGET.
JUDGE BLACKBURN'S CHARGE
BUSINESS ON A BOOM.
lecial Telegram to the Statesman.

opeclal Telegram TO the statesman
BURNETT, October 5.-District court opened yes
terday, Judge Blackburn presiding, The grand
jury was organized, with B. +. Stewart, of Ma
homet, foreman, and the following as jurymen
j. j. Faulkner, j X. Benson, A. G. Oliver. W. A.
Burns, II NJ. Corker j. W, Shelton, CuTd Cox, b.
Dodgin, lndrew Jackson, j. f. Neeley and w b.
johnson
Judge ,ilackbutns charge to the jury was an
aolea M exhaustive one, calling the attention OF the
Jury particularly to the necessity of enforcing the
local option law in certain precincts where 1t had
see.- noted The judge impressed on the jury, the
Importance of Investigating any reDOrt OF drunken
ness OF any public officer-not that suspicion
pointed to any officer of Burnet county-but that
tnelr duty as jnrymen might be done. The law re-
laung to disturbing religious worship or Sunday
schools WAS fully explained to the jury, particular
attention being called to the beer garden at Wilke
Vile and the singing, blowing of horns and beating
9 ar1ms rs being offense against the spirit and
letter @ the law. Absconding Witnesses, keepers
and ttequenters of disOrdeTly houses, gambling
houses, breakers of the peace and vagrants were in
turn taken up by his honor, and the pen
altes attached to each were fully explained to the
luiy. Inc charge was long one and consumed
hDout Two hours in its delivery,
Ifoi- beFour7, who has been teaching singing
sShool mere has Just closed very successful ses-
sion and commanced his secsnd term in this city,
under very Hatering circumstances. The professor
If aDiy assisted by his daughter Miss Ida Devours,
WHO'S also very fne performer on the guitar.
several ol the Scotch granite cutters are down
with typhoid fever.
To-day was 'red letter" day for Burnet, the
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-10-07
TROUBLE ANTICIPATED.

CHICAGO, October h.-There is prospect of
trouble at the Deerng Harvester works The inn
mense shops were closed, as is the yearly custom,
on August 13, and the company has gradually been
work. lis said that the knights of Labor who
have made application for work have been inform
ed that their services were not required. The
statement is also made that the foremen of the
various departments have list of men who parti-
cipated in last springs strike and when such per-
sons apply for work they are told they are not
needed.
TO reporter, oday, Mr. Deering denied know
ing of any trouble, 'There is one thing certain,
however, he said, 'sooner than employ some of
the men who worked here last year. will shut
down the factory and never run 1t again. That's
my position. | shall hire whom choose and dis
pense with whom | choose. l suppose we have a
list of men we don't want, bat that is not black
list
Mr.. Deering declared there was no discrimina-
ton being made by him against any labor organi-
ton
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-10-07
OFF THE RAILS.
ONE MAN KILLED AND OTHERS
INJURED.
Special TELEGRAM to the Statesman

OPVVIuI DUIIU5IIIuU
Fort WORTH, October 3 AT noon, to-day, an
accident occurred on the Fort Worth & New Or
leans road, near the Sycamore CROSSING in which
Thomas Scanlan, of the train hands, was in
stantly killed, and Frank Urser and Milt Cody
badly injured, and another man, whose name could
not be learned, slightly injured The train went out
this morning for the purpose of gathering up ties
scattered along the road. AT noon the train started
to town. backing The men were on the platform
of the caboose. just before the train reached the
bridge the caboose jumped the track, and rolled
over to the bottom, carrying the men with it, Tom
Scanlan was caught under the car, and death en-
sued Immediately. Frank Urser was badly injured
about the legs and arms. Besides the caboose, two
other cars were derailed, one of them box car,
having landed end by the side of the track.
The cause of the accident is not known.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1886-10-07
OUTRAGED BY A NEGRO.
AN INFAMOUS CRIME IN SABINE
PARISH La

New ORLEANS, October 3 "A few days ago while
Annie Nolan, the fouryear-ol old daughter of re-
spectacle farmer of Sabine parish, was playing in
her fathers field she was seized by burly negro,
John Hawkins dragged into the woods and crimi-
nslly assaulted. The little girl received frghtful
injuries, and when found by her friends some time
afterwards, was in dying condition. She was
able to give accurate description of her assai-
ant, however, and a constable at once started in
pursuit The negro had stolen a horse immedi-
ately after committing the crime, and started for
the Mississippi river, two hundred miles distant.
The constable followed him on horseback and
traled him the entire distance, capturing him yes
terday at Hard Times lake. The chase occupied
four days, plrsuer and pursued averaging nearly
fifty miles a day ever rough road, Now that the
officer has the rufan he does not know what dis
position to make of him. If he is taken back to
Sabine parish he will be lynched. He will prob.
ably have to he imprisoned and tried in another
parish away from the scene of his crime.