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Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
EXPLOSION IN A MINE.
Scranton, Pennsylvania, Visited With
Mine ExplOsiOn-LOss
of Life.
The Originati0n of the Cause Still q
Mystery-The Dead and
Wounded.
Preparations for the International
Sculling Contest in England
The Races.

SCRANTON. Pa, August 3O.-A terrible
explosion occurred in Fair Lawn Gallery,
this forenoon which resulted in the death
OF five men. Two others were seriously in
jured. John H. Housie and j. Gallagher
were standing at the head OF the slope at
the time of the accident and felt the force
of the explosion as a rush of air came out
OF the mine. They at once started to go in
and ascertain the extent OF damage. The
August quota of coal had been mined las
week and no men were employed in the
mines. Word came, however, that a
party OF FIVE or six men had gone into the
mines to clear up their chambers. Mine In
spector Dewitt happened to come along
about this time and he and Gallagher with
a party entered, going down to the third
or lower vein and followed the air course,
stopping to repair damages to Brattice,
ETC., as they went along. Their progress
was necessarily slow and the course they
FOLLOWED took them to the right side of the
mine. They came at last to q point where
they found repairs necessary and returned
to the foot of the mines for more material
when they learned that groans had been
heard in the east gang-way. They
worked over that way and found
a party who had gone in before
the accident, near or about the entrance of
one of the chambers, short distance
from the incline plane, about $50 feet
from where the heading which.:branches off.
Three Of them were alive and three dead.
The killed were Hugh CoEnors, Of Bellevue,
Edward Gaughan and Michael Pryle. The
first man brought to surface was John
Nafin, who is badly burned about the face
and arms. .iohn kerrigan was alive when
found and talked strongest OF all but he
died before being brought to the surface.
Next was John Connor. He has two large
scalp wounds, bad cut on his knee and an
other on his arm. His lace and hands are
badly bruised. He was taken to the hos
piSal. The body of Ed. Pierce, fire boss,
was found about $50 feet frorn
the others. They waited there in the
blacknesg of night, sick wounded and
helpless with their dead comrades. At
last thep heard voices and Connor called.
Presently voices came nearer. Then they
saw lights approaching and soon the res
euing party was with them. The position
in which the bodies were found bears out
his statements. He could not tell whether
Pierce lit gas or whether it was ignited by
the lamps. The explosion came like a
flash, too quickly for any one to tell any
thing about it. They had no reason to
Exp ct gas here. How the fire originated
is mystery.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01

man why was in the tower at the time OF
the explosion, says the tower swayed 80
that he thousht it would topple over. The
electric lights in the Palmer House were
extinguished and the building shaken from
roof to foundation. A similar scene oc-
Cured at the Grand Pacific. In the Union
building, where is located the general office
Of the Associated Press, several windows
were broken.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
An Aged Couple Robbed.

BELLEvlLLE. Aug. 3O.-Benj. Ellwell, a
well-to-do and aged farmer, living three
miles south OF this place, in the Township
OF Sumpter, was the victim OF robbery last
Saturday midnight. Mrs. Ellwell awoke
with choking sensation and Immediately
awakened her husband, who detected
fumes of chloroform. He attempted to
leave his bed but received sharp blow on
his head followed by a threat Of instant
death if he made any noise. The burglars
two in number, then bounded and gagged
them and possessed themselves of tin
box containing $3.50 in gold, which Mr..
Elwell had been carefully boarding for
years. The burglars then broke into a
trunk, thus securing 5000 in valuable
papers, bonds. etc. After warning the
couple to make no outcry the robbers left.
There is no clue to the perpetrators, but the
general impression is that no strangers
took part in it, inasmuch as the burglars
knew OF the location of the money and
other valuables which they secured.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Brighton Beach Races.

Irrigation BEA'H, August 3O.-Three-
quarter mile-Fanatic won, Ventila ton
Sc ond, Melton third. Time, 1:12. Certifi-
Gates aid 53 25.
One emile-Compensation won. Marina
duke second, Royal third. Time, 1:46. Ger
tifcates paid $50.
One mile-Ramral won Ballot second,
Peter L. disqualified for third because OF a
foul with DAILY. Time, 1:54. Certificates
paid 1885.
Fourth race, furlongs-Harry Russell
won by length, Joe Murray second, MINI
rod third. Time, 1:31.
Fifth race, z mile-Red Buck won by a
length, Leonard second, Treasurer third.
Time. 1:15X.
Sixth race. TX miles, over hurdles-Burr
Oak won, Wentware second, Rushbrook
third. Time, 2:19h.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
A MEXICAN CIRCULAR.
The President Takes Measures TO Pro-
tect the Good Name of His Nation

The President Take. Measures TO Pro-
tect the Good Name of His Nation
BALTIMORE. Aug. 3O.-The Sun to-day
has the following special dated Washing
ton, August 20. It is stated the depart
has just received an order issued by Presi-
dent Diaz, Chief Executive OF Mexico,
through the medium of circular issued by
Senor Mariscal, Mexican Minister uf For
eign affairs, and distributed throughout
Mexican States, which will doubtless bene-
fit Americans now and hereafter under ar
rest in Mexico. The circular to Governors
of various Mexican States as translated
from Spanish original, is as follows: Law
on trial OF foreigners, Department Of For
eign Affairs. circular No. 5, all cases
against foreigners in Mexico. Aug. "a, 1886.
It has been noticed recently and with fire.
quency that some newspapers published in
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Jimmy Carroll Snatched.

CHICAGO, August 31.-Five armed ra
boarded the passenger train at East Sta
ton last evening and took Jimmy Carrn".
the notorious bank robber from the D. j.
uty Sheriff, who was taking him to Cal y
burg for trial, he having been concerned in
a big bank robbery there some years ag'.
Carroll escaped to Canada shortly after
the Galesburg robbery, but was arrestr,
and sent to prison fora crime he had p,.'-
viously committed in that country. INT Il
then he had always managed to escap.,
conyiction
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Prince Alexander Warned.

BusrCHUK, Aug. 3O.-Prince Alexander
has been warned to take precautions
against possible attempts on his life by
the Pan-Slavest Nation and followers of
the Metropolitan and Clement, whose party
has ransiications in the interior OF Bull.
garia. Alexander arrived at Sistova at 6
o'clock this morning. His entry in town
and his progress through were one con-
tinuous triumph The Prince afterwards
started for Tirnova and arrived there this
evening.
In reply to King Milan's congratulations,
Alexander said he was touched by Milan's
sympathy and hoped to see the Servian
agent at Sofia and the renewal OF friend
ship between the Servian and Bulgarian
Governments.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
1Ot8l.....
M0RRI Ann aRC0Kn INNINl
Feats Of Jumping.
The New York Journal of a recent 9
.onfaina the f0llOMinp

The New YORK JOurnal OF q recent Oate
contains the following:
There have been several extraordinary
jumps made during the past week and the
records in several instances have been
broken.
At picnic held in Dublin, Ireland, j.
Purcell, member of the team which Wis
tied the United States last year, cleared %
feet III inches in q long running jump
without weights, which was nine and a-half
inches further than the best previous
records, made by P. DAWN.
In running hop, skip and jump Mr..
Purcell made the unexampled record OF 4S
feet inches, nine inches ahead OF the pre-
vious record.
Over in Brooklyn. Malcolm w. Ford,
captain OF the Brooklyn Athletic Associa-
ton, takes precedence of all other feats in
amateur broad jumping without the use OF
weights. Mr.. Ford clearing % feet 8 inches
on perfectly level ground, beating the
worlds best record.
These achievements indicate that ath-
letics are forging ahead, and that the
records in other forms OF sports will soon
be beaten.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
BROOKLYN Jockey Club Races

GRAvEsESD. New York August 3O.-The
first ra OF the Brooklyn Jockey Club to-
day was for all ages. seven furlongs, Bar
mum won. Santa Bita second, Pontiac
third. Time, 100.
In the IL miles race eleanor won by
length and half. Florence NJ. second,
Tornado third. Time, :5SX.
In the one mile and quarter race
Preciosa won. Dewdrop second, Jim Gray
third. Time, 2:12k.
For two year olds, three quarters of a
mile, Bessie June won. Fonelon second.
Almy third. Time, 1:16z.
One and a quarter mile, Mile won. Easel
second, Falloner third. Time. PIP.
In the races for all ages, Z mile, Marsh
Redon won by half length. Clara second,
Princes third. Time, 1:3O.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
New South Wales Celebration.

SYDNEY, N. S. w.. August 3O.-The Gov
ernment has introduced in Parliament
bill providing for the celebration OF the
centenary of New South Wales in Janu-
airy, 1888. 1t is proposed that the pro-
gramme OF attractions fo- the occasion
shall include carnival, regatta, univer-
sal exhibition, musical festival, review OF
colonial forces, athletic sports, etc. The
celebration will be conducted on the
grandest scale. The Prince OF Wales and
other members of the Royal family and
members of the Governments and Parlia-
ments OF Canada and other British colo
nies will be invited.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
A Call for $40, 600. 600 in Bonds.

WASHINGTON, August 3O.-The following
circular was issued by the Treasury De.
partment this afternoon: Notice is hereby
given that on the fifteenth OF September,
1886, or at any time prior thereto, the
will redeem at the Treasury
OF the United States, in the city of Wash.
ington, or at the Office of the Assistant
Treasury, at New York, paying par and
accrued interest to date of redemption
any uncalled United States 3 per cent.
bonds to the amount not exceeding $1O,.
100000. Bonds forwarded to Washing
ton for redemption should be addressed to
the Secretary OF the Treasury, Division Of
Loan, Washington, and all bonds should
be assigned to the Secretary OF the Treas
ury for redemption.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
THE CHINESE EVIL,
Chief Justice Watte's Opinion on Chinese
Immigration.

SAN FRANCISCO, August 29.-Chief Justice
Waite of the United States Supreme Court,
United States Circuit Judge Sawyer anil
John H. Boalt and L. H. Hosmer, two
welI-known attorneys, were guided through
Chinatown last night by Police Sergeant
Bethel.
During the two hours investigation OF
the purlieus of the Mongol quarter, Chief
Justice W"ite frequently admitted that he
was disgnsted at what he had seen.
II do not believe in bringing any more
Chinese here" he said, "but those here
should not be molested. The immigration
should stop, and am now firmly convinc-
ed that the Restriction Act was not passed
any too soon."
Il took particular palms," said Sergeant
Bethel, in speaking Of the visit at it's con-
cIusion, Ito show the party the good as
well as the bad side OF the question"
The Chief Justice expressed his surprise
at the manner in which the majority OF the
Chinese lived, and wondered how they
could exist in the foul atmosphere of the
opium dens. Judge Sawyer, who has land
ed SO many Mongols on previous resi-
dence" testimony had but little to say.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Remodeline the Cabinet.

LONDON. August 3O.-The Bulgarian cab
met will be remodeled, and is now strongly
anti-RussiaD. Nachevies, Foreign Minister,
was a leading spirit in the movement to
counteract the Zankeroff plot by which
Alexander was forced to abdicate 1t is
rumored that King Milan, Of Servia, has
expresse desire to renew diplomatic and
amicable relations with Bulgaria.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Meeting of Glad dStOnianS,

LONDON, August 31.--At Il meeting IT,
day OF forty advanced Gladstonian melA-
bers OF Parliament, Alfred lllingworth pre-
siding, it was unanimously resolved to
favor a forward and aggressive policy. Il
was also determined to notify Sir Wilia
Vernon Harcourt and John. Morley that IT,.
meeting desired that the Home Rule ST rug
gle commenced a. the recent electio.
should DO strenuously maintained.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
New Officials in Now York.

New YORK, August 30.-Daniel Magone
the new Collector assumed the office to-day.
The Custom House was formally turned
over to him by the retiring Collector, Gen.
Newton, who also took posse sion OF his
Office as Commissioner OF Public Works to-
day. He appointed as his deputy, d. L..
Smith, VIII ch is sharply criticized in some
quarters as fatal mistake-some journals
saying Smith is worse than Squire.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Mr.. SedgWick indicated.

CITY OF MEXICO, August 31.-The man
ager OF the lturbide Hotel furnished a lett 7
in which he denies the report against
Mr.. Sedgwick asserting that that gentl.-
man returned to his hotel at an early horr
showing signs of intoxication but retir ii
to his room behaving in Il gentlemailly
manner. The members OF the Jockey Glib
propose giving grand dinner to Sedgwicii
tonight, to vindcate the hospitality of
the club and show their respect for him.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Electrical Subway in New York.

New YORK, Aug. 3O.-After two years OF
discussion and legal contention work was
begun upon the electrical subway to-day.
The composition through which the wires
are to run contains twelve conduits two
and a half inches in diameter. There are
to be two lines OF these side by side, and
the surface is to be about two feet wide. a
large crowd gathered to witness the break
ing OF the earth:
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
A Vermont E!aZe.

SOUTH RoYALroN, VT. August 81 Nearly
the entire business portion OF this village
and a number OF dwellings were destroyed
last night. At one time it seemed as ii ,h.
whole village was doomed, but after fer
battle with the flames, in which t he villagers
received aid from neghboring towns, h..
fire was got under control shortly after
two this morning. Fourteen stores a..d
nine residences were burned at a loss ri
$40 600
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
The Pan.Elecfric.

WASHINGTON, August 3O.-In the case OF
J. Harris Rogers against Attorney General
Garland, Governor Harris and others in
connection with the Pan-Electric TELEPHONE
controversy, the plaintiff filed rejoinder
in in the demurrer, saying that the bill was
good in substance and petitioned the
Court to put the case on the calendar.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Sons of Veterans of G. A. II,

BUFFALO, August 31.-The Fifth Annual
Convention OF the National Encampment
OF the Sons OF Veterans OF the Grand Army
Republic opened here to-day. Delegates
from twenty States are present. Gen.
Walter s. Payne, Of Fosto1ia, Ohio, is
Commander in Chief Col. Fred D. Grant
was expected to attend, but telegrapheu
that he was ill and could not come.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Not Yet y Strike.

New YORK, August 3O.-Superintenden
Taucey, OF the New York Central railroad,
said he has heard nothing further from the
Knights of Labor employees who asked for
an increase in wages. 1t was his purpose,
he said, to keal with his employees as indi-
viduals, not as members of the organiza-
ton OF Knights OF Labor. He thought no
trouble would ensue as the company in
tended to deal fairly with its employees.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
4 Manifesto by Alexander.

RUsrcaUcx, August 3O.-A manifesto has
been issu d by Alexander. 1t a,rroves
measures adopted by Stambaul ofregeucey,
confirms existing ministry and appoint
ment of Mutraroff as Commander in Chief.
1t thanks the people and army for their
fidelity and resolute attitude in favor OF
independence, imnlores Gods blessing and
urges all to unite in promoting the welfare
OF Bulgaria.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
SedgWlck ana Cuttings Case.

Cry OF MEXICO, August 3l.-Sedgwick,
the special American envoy, had another
conversation with Minister jackson Yes
terday for the purpose Of procuring data
for his report to Secretary Bayard on the
Cutting case at the American legation.
Nothing is said regarding the rumors in
circulation regarding Sedgwick. Minister
Jackson has taken no part in the matter.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01

New ORLEANS, August 3O.-A special to
the 7imes-Democrat from st. Joseph says:
This forenoon rs Judge j. B. Elan and
Joseph Nichols were in consultation in
the law office of the former. Col. V. L.
Reeves stepped to the front door and
fred contents of both barrels OF shot gun
into the head and shoulders OF Nichols,
killing him instantly. Reeves surrendered
to the authorities and was lodged in jail
without bail. He claims to have acted in
self defense. Nichols was son-inlaw OF
Col. Reeves and some family trouble is
supposed to have been the cause of the
murder.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Prince Alexander viii Return.

SOFIA, Aug. 29.-Prince Alexander has
teleeraphed to the Regency to announce to
the Porte his intention CT returning to
Sofia. The rebellious troops here have
sumbitted and will not be punished, on
condition that they quit the country. The
revolution was quite bloodless and NO
further opposition is feared.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Another Failure in San Franciseo.

SAN FRANcIsco, August 59.-Announce-
ment is made of the assignment of Hobart
facturers of this city, to w. H. Chick.ring,
OF the law firm OF Chickering & Thomas,
for the benefit OF creditors. Liabilities,
$3.50 600; assets, 100000. One half of
the firms indebtedness is in Boston, yhere
their paper is held for $50, 900. This bal
ance Of the Indebtedness is chiefly id this
city. The heaviest local creditor ID the
Chinese shoe firm of Hue Kaie & Co. The
failure is attributed by the firm to the
tightness of the money market.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Tho British Crop 0ut,ook.

LONDON, Aug. 3O.-The Mark Lane Ex-
press in it's weekly review OF the British
grain trade says: The weeks splendid
harvest weather has materially altered the
position-much grain will be secured. The
crop in early sown districts is in fne con-
dition, while late sown crops are rapidly
maturing. Another weeks sunshine will
cause q big drop in prices.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Sedgwick Explains.

WAsHINHroN, August 31.-Secretary oi
State Bayard, received, this afternoon, Il
telegram from A. G. Sedgwick stating that
the stories circulated about him were re-
diculously false and that proof to tha; Il
feet would be produced whenever he was
called upon by the Secretary OF State.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Sedrwick III Mexico.

City OF MEXICO, August 3O.-Sedgwick is
conferring with, Minister Jackson and in-
vestigating the laws OF Mexico bearing on
the Cutting case. He is having transla-
tions of law made and when through here
he will 60 to Chihuahua and then to Paso
del Norte
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Seizure of Sn AXE Rite Antid Ote

TORONTO, August 31.-A Winnipeg ;ls-
patch says that the baggage OF Sir Char,s
Dixie and Lord Kingston, who recently
passed through Winnipeg on their way TO
the Pacific Coast, was seized by the North
west mounted police on entering their ter
ritories for containing liquor. Sir Char!.s
is travelling under the name OF Tetlow
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
An Unauthent ntic ated Despatch.

PARIS, August 31.-A despatch says
Prince Dolgorouki will not go to Bulgaria.
The Russian officers who were in the Bu.-
garian army prior to the coup de etat i'll
not re-enter Alexander's service. The de,-
patch also says that Alexander is not sa,-
guine of restoring order and would abdicate
only that he is encouraged by England 10
DerScyere
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Carroll Recaptured.

ST. LOUIs, August 31.-Jimmy Carroll
assisted in his rescue last night from the
Sheriff in East st. Louis. were arrested
this evening at Venice four miles north Of
this city. Carroll and his four companion
we're making their way up the river on
a fiatboat aud had gone as far as Ven Z,
where they were arrested and held to await
Identification.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Studying a Chinese Question.

PARIS, August 31.-It is stated that the
Pope has accepted the proposal OF France
to send Mr.. Angleardt temporarily to Pc
kin to study conformity with representa-
tives OF France and China the conditions
for eventual establishment of permanent
nuncioship to China.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01

SCRANTON, Pa, August 3O.-A fire damp
explosion occurred at Fairlawn colliery
this morning. Seven dead bodies have
been recovered and it is reported ten more
are still in the mine.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
California Democratic Convention.

San FRANTIsco, August 31.-The Demo-
cratic State Convention met this afternoon
at o'clock. Col. NJ. White. OF Los Ange', =
was elected temporary Chairman. Tl.,.
Convention will nominate a full State
ticket; three justices of the Supreme Count
and Congressman. The order OF procedure
will be the same as that adopted by the
Republican State Convention, namely:
The nomination OF the three candidates
for the Supreme bench before making nomi.
nations for State Offices. After the ap
pointment OF the Committee the conven
tion adjourned to 10 O'Clock a. m. to
morrow.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Investment of English CaDital,

CITY OF MEXICO, August 31.-A powerful
company OF English Capitalists, with head
quarters in London has got possession "f
the old Concession for Il railroad from
Tuxham to this city and will build IL road
which it is calculated will involve the ex-
penditure OF at least S25 100000. This
is the most important investment OF Eng-
lish Capital ever made Ill Mexico.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
The ParnelIites Work.

LONDON, August 3O.-It is rumored that
the Parnellites intend to appose the gov
ernment in it's desire to hasten the closing
OF the present session. There is a likeli-
hood of ao,ne all night settings.
Butte semi-weekly miner. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1886-1890, 1886-09-01
Clearing House Exchaness

BosroN, August 29.-Special dispatches
from the managers OF the leading Clearing
Houses of the United States fsiye the
total gross exchanges for the week ending
August 20, at $762 POS ,643, an iscrease
responding week in 1885.