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The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
Important Gravel-Road Decision.

Special TO the indianapolis Journal
CRAwFoRDsvILLE May 20.-Judge E. G.
Snyder. of the Montgomery court, decided a
very important issue in this county. The Board
Of Commissioners had ordered re-assessment on
certain lands to complete three lines of free
gravel roads and the landowners opposed the
re-assessment. To enforce that assessment suit
was brought by the Commissioners against John
w. Fullen ct al Judge Snyder held, az.
that the gravel-road law of 1877 was repealed by
the new gravel-road law of 1885, except the pro-
vision allowing lands to be re-assessed for the
payment of litigation and other expenses; t2),
that in making re-assessments to pay expenses
of litigation, etc., the board can proceed only by
the appointment of viewers to make the re-as-
Bessment and cannot arbitrarily assess the
lands pro rata by the original assessment. The
defendant moved to dismiss the proceedings,
which motion was sustained. The board APP
pealed to the Supreme Court, where an early
decision will be rendered.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21

forty cents per hour, and the rep
resentative of Koss g Fritz at once
made the concession to the workmen employed
by this firm. The new arrangement will 90 into
effect on June !. A resolution was adopted that
written notice be sent all bosses that after
June no union men will work under other than
the above conditions.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
An Unconditional Surrender.

Boston, May 20.-The carpenters strike here
ended tonight At mass meeting at the
Columbia rink resolutions were adopted surrend-
ering Internationally to the Master Builders
Association. The 1900 or more strikers throw
themselves on the mercy oe their bosses. and
will go back to work for what they can get. The
painters and plumbers are still OUT
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
strike oft Planing-Mill Employes

ST. LOUIS May 20-The machine men in
eighteen planning mills in this city struck today
for an advance in wages and the adoption of the
eight hour system. About 500 men affected
directly, and 300 or 400 more indirectly. The
proprietors are firm in their intentions to grant
neither of these demands, and say they will shut
down Indefinitely unless the men return to
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21

The City League Baseball Championsh ship.
Tomorrow afternoon, at half past 8 ocl ock,
the first game of baseball. for the championship
of this city, between the Telegraphers ard Grand
Avenues, of the City League. lately organized,
will take place at the Seventh-street park,
which is being placed In good condition. New
uniforms have been secured, and the games will
be closely contested by Me best amateur talent
in the city. The admission will be 10 and 20
cents
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
Woman Against Woman.

Minnie Thompson says in her complaint
against Emma Curry that the latter has SLAM
dered her by saying to her in the presence Of
''divers good and worthy citizens, you are az
sport, meaning that she was and is woman OF
ill-fame." The plaintiff thinks she is damaged
to the extent of about So 000
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
ILLINOIS.

Peter Madden Killed by the Accidental Dis
charge of a Revolver.
Special to the Indianapolis journal.
BLOOMINGTON, May 20.-This afternoon Peter
Madden, an old resident. was shot fatally by
Sandy" Hamilton, Chicago & Alton me-
chanic. Madden went to collect bill from Ham
ilton, when the shooting occurred. Hamilton
claims that he was cleaning the revolver, when
1t was accidentally dischared. The ball lodged
within an inch Of Madden's heart.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
Bartholdis Statue of Liberty Enlightening tbs
| WnrldU

VIII be reminder of personal liberty for ages
to come. On just as sure foundation has Dr.
Pierces Golden Medical Discovery" been placed,
and it will stand through the CYCLES of time as
a monument to the physical emancipation OF
thousands who by its have been relieved
from consumption cone, mptive night-sweats.
bronchitis. coughs. splitting Of blood, weak lungs,
and other lung and throat affections
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
Musical Festival and Campfire

The best seats in Tomlinsons Hall are rapidly
being taken for the season. The purchasers Of
orders for season tickets with reserved seats
should make application at once to Emil Wulsch-
ner. Nos. az and a North Pennsylvania street.
The sale of single seats will commence next
Monday morning.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
Central Art Union.

bDeClaI TO inc InuIAnHDOf1S JOurnR{.
CHAMPAIGN, May 20.-The Central Art Union
of Illinois met here too day for an anniversary
meeting, DR.. T. J. Pittner, of Jacksonville. pre-
siding. There was large attendance of cult
ured people from Bloomington, Jacksonville,
Springfield, Decatur, Lincoln, and other cities.
The sessions will continue over to morrow. In
teresting essays occupied the two sessions to-
day.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21

Special to the Indianapolis Journal.
BLOOMINGTON, May 20.-Mrs Charles Price,
wife of wellto-do farmer, residing east of this
ty, met with fatal accident this morning.
She and her husband had driven to town and
were returning home. when their team became
frightened and she was thrown out of the vehicle.
She struck on her head and shoulders fractur-
ing her skull.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
Not Expelled. but suspended.

CHICAGO, May 2O.-The report published here
and telegraphed elsewhere that H. V. Bemis,
editor of the Chicago Horseman and proprietor
of the Hotel Richelieu. has. with the
horses Belle F. and Onward, been expelled
by the board of review of the National Trotting
Association, is incorrect. The official report of
the decision in question shows that the board
merely suspended Mr.. Bemis and the two horses
until certain premiums are refunded.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21

The Boston Master Builders Association has
issued manifesto refusing to meet the offer OF
the striking tradesmen to compromise Oh a nine
hour basis, and asserting a determination to
stand firm for the principle Of non interference
with the affairs of contractors on the part of any
10 upiop
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21

At a meeting last evening the Chicago Mold
ers' Union voted against continuing the strike to
secure eight hours day. 1t was also resolved
that the members should apply Individually for
work if their employers refused to take them
back in body
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21

statistic.an. j. r. Langenbaugh, Of Plymouth.
The next State tournament win be held at
Angola. and the place of meeting of the next
convention was left to the decision of the board
Of control with the date August, 1887.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
state Firemsn's Convention.

Special to the Indianapolis Journal
LAPoRTE, May 20-The Indiana State Fire
mems Association convention adjourned to-day,
after electing the following officers; President.
Il. d. Finney, Goshen; vice-president, Golden
Austin. Of this city; secretary. q. A. Beck. of
Goshen; treasurer. H. G. Davis, Of Columbus;
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
Demand OF the Stone Masons.

The members of the Stone -masons' Union met
at No. rs South Delaware street last night The
bosses had been invited to be present, but only
the firm Of Koss g. Fritz was represented The
workmen demanded nine-hour day at
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
Fatal Shooting at a Dance.

Special to the indianapolis Journal.
HUNTINGBURG, May 20.-At dance here, last
night, to solemnize the wedding of a couple of
young people of this place, John Rays and seve-
raj other persons, became involved in quarrel,
which resulted in the fatal shooting of Kays.
Ignatz Zurich, who is charged with the shooting,
made his escape soon after the trouble
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
THE DAILY WEATHER BULLETIN
Indications.

Indications
WAR DEPARTMENT.,
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF SIGNAL OFFICER,
WAsHINGToN, May 81. A. M.
Special Indications for Twenty-four Hours,
from A. NJ, for Indianapolis and Vicinity
Fair weather, slightly warmer.
For Indiana and Illinois-Fair weather, slightly
warmer, southerly winds.
For West Virginia and Ohio-Fair weather,
slightly warmer, variable winds
For Michigan and Wisconsin-Fair weather,
followed by local rains, southerly winds shifting
to northwesterly, stationary followed by slightly
lower temperature; conditions favorable for Sc
we're local storms.
Local Observations
INDIANAPOLIS, May 20.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21

ings Of several of the trades-unions were also
held, at which it was resolved not to recede from
the position already taken and to hold out until
the eight-hour demand is granted.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
Marion Circuit Court.

Hon. Livingston D. Rowland, Judge pro tenn.
Yesterday-Rachel Green ct al VS.. Ezra Swain,
administrator; claim. On trial by jury.
Emma V. Costigan VS.. Theodore j. Costigan;
divorce. Granted.
Albert w. Wishard, administrator, vs.. Indian
apolis Rolling mill Company; on bonds Verdict
for defendants
To-day-Call: Green vs. Swain.
NEW SUITS.
41S8. Harvey Barrett VS.. l., B. e. w. r. w.
CO.; appeal 4189, Edward Sacks ct al VS.. JAS.
B. Wheeler; appeal. AGO, Minnie Thompson vs..
Emma Curry; damages; demand, $1,000. 4l9l,
Stephen S. Bricker VS.. Sanford Orms; damages;
demand, $4,000
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
There Is Nothing Surprising

In the fact that Bensons Capcne Pasers are widely
initiated; that cheap and worthless plasters with
of similar sound, and similar appearance in
type freely offered for SALE Articles Of great and
original merit always have to compete with trashy inn.
tatons. But as they become known they die out
through deserved neglect. Meanwhile we warn the
public against the so-called "Capsicum" .Capsicn
''Capucin" and ''Capscine" pasters. whether Benz
tons Burton" or otherwise. They have no medic
nal curative virtues whatever and made to seu
the reputation of Benson's. When purchasing ask
for Bensons deal with respectable druggists only AZ
you cannot be deceived The genuine has the Three
cut in the center.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21

A conference of representatives of Washington
employers and workmen's association WAS held
reached both sides having expressed a deter
mination not to accept any compromise. Meet
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
A Desperate and Possible Anarchist.

Desperate and Possible Anarchist.
Bpecial to the indianapolis Journal.
KoKoMo, May 20.-A few days ago the police
of this city arrested q toughlooking stranger
who had been proving around the city trying
effect an entrance TO private residences.
who gave his name as Sprunce, stating
at the same time that he was tough citizen
from Chicago" When arrested he was trying
to obtain an entrance to the residence of Capt.
w. I'll. Sumption by stating that Lolita Sprunce,
. domestic who was employed there, was his sis
ter. Miss Sprunce, however refused to recog-
nize him as her brother, and he was
given a jail sentence Of forty days
In the month of February, 1875, man by the
name OF John Sprunce was murdered in this
city, by having his head cut open with an AK in
IN alteration with his son, then about seventeen
FEARS old. The boy eluded the grasp of the of
icers and made his escape, and has not been
heard of since. 1t is now believed by the officers
and others here that this tough citizen" from
>'hicago is none other than the murderer. Wm
prunce. He appears to be about twenty-seven
Years of age. 1t is also believed that ne
participant in the recent Anarchist mob in Chi
cago. Since his confinement in jail here he has
given HE name first as Sprunce, then Saunders,
then Langley 1t is believed that the officers
have desperate in custody, and his case will be
thoroughly investigated.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
THE RECORD OF THE COURTS.


Hon. w. A. Woods. Judge.
Yesterday-New Suit 1892, John K. Trotter
VS. Knights Of Universal Brotherhood; to enforce
Judgment Demand $4,000.
To-day-Call: The United States VS.. Littman
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
NEW SUITS.
Criminal Court.

Hon. Ross Clarke. Judge. pro tenn.
To-day-Call The State va Peter Kinsler.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
INDIANA AND ILLINOIS NEWS
A Trio of Lafayette Boys Placed Under
Arrest on Charges of Grand Larceny.

Evangelist Carpenter Captures Burglar
Firemens Conyention-0l Citizen Killed
by the Accidental Discharge of Pistol.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1886-05-21
INDIANA.

Three Lafayette Urchins Under Arrest,
Charged with Grand Larceny.
Special to tho indianapolis JournaI.
LAFAYETTE May 20.-The police today ar
rested two sons of Paul Potlino and son of
Peter Mathews. for burglary. Some time ago q
gold watch was stolen from gentleman in the
southern part of the city, and no clew was found
to the thief. Yesterday Wallace g. Co. s circus
was in the city, ard, while the parade was pass
Ing Seinns dry goods store was robbed of nearly
300 in cash. Suspicion soon pointed to the lads,
and they finally confessed the robbery of both
the money and the watch These boys had
formed an outlaw gang TO do" the city, and had
arranged hiding-places for their plumber in vari-
Gus parts Of the city, all nicely fixed 30 the
weather would not affect them. One of the
boys only twelve years of age, stated that he
and one of the others had stood outside the dry
goods store while the third had entered and Sc
cured the cash-box while the clerks were in
front of the store The boys are all well-con-
nected, and the affair has caused quite stir.
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13

last week over the appointment OF
Mrs. Thompson as Postmaster at
Louisvill. Senator blackburn and
Representative Willis met in the
cornden What occurred between
them is narrated by the ccFespod-
emit ofthe Louisville Times
Mr.. Willis said he was not mad,
and did not intend to get in bad
humor, and hoped the thing would
pass Off pleasantly The Senator
said he was mad, and would remain
so until the end Of time. lie said
he would transfer the fight TO Ken
lucky and have it out there. He
says there is no lot-up in him.
Republicans will no doubt look
for the promised fight with a good
deal of satisfaction Common
wealth.
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13
Editing a Paper.

Dawson tGa.) Journal.
Editing paper is pleasant bus
iness--if you like it.
fit contains much political mat
ter, people won't have it.
If the typeis large It don't con-
tain much reading matter,
If we publish telegraph reports,
folks say they are nothing but lies.
If we omit them, we have no en-
terprise, or suppress them for POI
ilitical effect.
If we have a few jokes, folks say
we are nothing but rattIeheads.
If we omit jokes, folks say we are
nothing but fossils.
five publish original matter,they
damn us for not giving selections,
If we give selections, people say
we are lazy for not writing more
and giving them what they have
not read in come other paper.
/ If we give complimentary notice
we are censured for being partial.
If we don't all hands say we are
ia great hog.
If we insert an article which
Fpleases the ladies, the men become
Jealous, and vice versa.
five attend church, they say II
is for effect.
five remain in our Office attend
ing to our business, f5lks say We
Aare too proud to mingle with othel
fellows.
If we go out, they eay we dom
attend to our business.
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13

liza new LAWNS to be made, pre-
pare the soil thoroughly, blowing
in an abundace of manure. Sow
early; we have had the best results
on light soils winh Red-top, or the
variety called Rhode Island Bent ;
and on heavy soils, with Kentucky
Blue Grass, each with a quart OF
White Clover seed to a bushel Of
grass seed.
Small plots are better turfed with
sods from the roadside or common,
or from an old pasture. Old lawns
may be renovated by a dressing Of
ashes, Gne bone, or nitrate of soda,
and sowing seed upon the weak
spots.
Ifnew walks are needed, make
them with good foundation
Am. Agricultural.
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13

Republican demagogues viii
make the most Of the JEFF Davis re-
vival at Montgomery, Ala. They
will even undertake to raise the
question that the Uuion is in dan
gerl The masses of the people
have more sense than the narrow
minded partisans give them credit
for,
The display at Montgomery was
simply a mark of respect of the
Southern people FOR their leader in
a great struggle, in which be and
they ventured all, and los. all, and
in the result of which all have &C,
quiesed, This much is well under,
stood by AL who care to know the
facts. l, was tgansitory, epheme
ral-as bubble on the water
Furthermore, and not least signif
cant, it was conducted under tn,
stars aad ssripes.-Commonwealth
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13


The Robertson County Tribune
speaking of Judge s. 8. Savage
says Some Of the most brilliant
young intellects in North Eastern
Kentucky, and a lawyer of COM
handing ability Is announced in
this weeks Tribune as a candidate
for Congress in the 9th Congress
sional District, He is a resident
of Ashland, and is a nephew Of
Kentucky's jurisi, Col. Laban 7.
Moore. Judge Savage is striking
in personal appearance; a fluent,
forcible speaker; an active, popu-
lar canvasser; a man Of great
strength Of character, and fine nat
ural ability. Coupled with the ac-
accomplishments, Judge Savage has
boundless vim and energy, and II
he is made the standard-bearer of
the Democracy in the coming Con-
gressional contest in this District,
he viii make thorough canvass Of
every county, and effect working
organization of his party. His
candidacy certainly. merits the liy-
lest consideration a. the hands Of
the Democratic party in the Ninth
Congressional District"
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13
Mr.. Joseph Q. Hendrix has beer

Mr.. Joseph G. Hendrix has been
appointed postmaster at Brooklin,
N. Y. The appointment satisfac-
ton not only to the Democrats but
to the leading business men Of the
city, irrespective Of politics. The
noteworthy feature Of the case is
that the appointment was made
directly by the President without
the interposition Of a Congressman,
1t is unfortunate for the country
that the President doeo not person
ally know more of the applicants
for important Office. Common.
wealth.
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13

X. Kawasaki, SON Of the Grand
Treasurer of the Empire ofJapan,
finished his course in the CONNER
cial College of Kentucky University
yesterday, and Will leave for home
to-day. He 10 not quite twenty
years old, is very bright and quick,
and made an excellent student
This is perhaps the first royal grad
uate ever turned DIT BY an Ameri.
can Commercial College. Licking
ton Press.
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13
Eight Eours a bay.

The New York Sun cohcludes an
editorial on the eight-hour move,
meat;
"Within certain limits, the move
.ment for shorter houis attracts
sympathy, but the question will moi
be settled by sympathy, but the
hagder rules of praticle buiness
Thai ten hours pay will be given
toreight ho,rs'' work is not serious
iy to be expected at present. The
sensible solution OF the question is
to pay, no. by The day, but by the
hour
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13

Isisyciy evident sl.ot the Com
nlssioners' Investigation OF she
treatment Of tho eonNieis at the
coal mines win moi sllstaln the re-
port Of tho legislative committee
Whether or not the conyicts we're
drilled for the commissioners is a
question that may be asked without
ever olicting IA answer, but those
who have been Watching the matter
hold to tho opinion that the legiila.
tive committee was unduly pref.
udiced while the commissioners
were biased and between the two,
the truth aud the convicts will be
left in the mines. Elizabethtown
Messenger.
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13
Ayers
CherryPectOral

Should DO kept constantly Of hand, for
use IN emergencies Of tho household.
Many q mother, startled In tho night BY
the omirous sounds OF Group, nnds tho
little sufferer, with red and swollen face,
gasping for air. In such cases Ayers
Cherry pectcral 10 ihvaluhble. Mrs. Emma
Gednsy, 100 West les st., Now York,
writes, "while In the country, last
winter, my little boy, three years old, was
taken m with Group; It seemed rs II no
would die from strangalation. Ayers
Cherry Pectofal vas tried In small and
frequent doses, and In less than half an
hour, the little patient was breathing
easily. The doctor said thht the Pectoral
saved my darling's lifes Mrs. Chas. D.
Landon, Gnilford, Conn.,, writes: "Aysfs
Cherry PectOtal
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13

A very disastrous riot occurred
in Chicago last week between the
Socialists and police force OF that
gi.N While the oiIicerswere trying
10 d,sperso crowd O HE socialists,
{. ,omb WAS throwninto their ranks,
silRng several of both The 3llieers
and Socialists. A full account
viii be found on our FIRST page.
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13

We have received the Lincoln
Citizen published at Hamlin W,
Va. by our old friend Mac Work
man. 1t is Il neat five column
quarto well gotten up. We gladly
place il on our exchange list, and
extend our Ef~ to the brother,
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13

We are authorized to announce JOHN
l.. HIBBARD candidate before the
Board Of Commissioner for the office Of
Superintendent of Public Schools of Law
renne County.
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13
Brown and Kinner viii re-
ceive the votes ofall Democrats
and win therefore be elected.

In the primary election which
was held in Mason County Saturday
was decided that the choice Of that
county for Congress was Hon.
Carrots. Wall.
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13
FOR CIRCUIT cLERK.

We are. authorized 10 announce A. j..
GoNLEY as candidate for Circuit
Court Clerk of Lawrence Co., subject TO
the wishes of the voters Of the county,
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13
THURSDAY, MAY 18TH 1886.
FOR CONGRESS.

We are authorized to announce HON,
GARRETT s. WALL, OF Mason coun-
", as candidate for Congress in this the
och Congressional District, subject to the
action of the Democratic party.
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1886-05-13

areauthorizcd to snnounco HON
s. S. SAVAGE, of BOYD county, as a
candidate for Congress in this the 9th
Congressional District, subject to the
action of the Democratic party.