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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1886-07-02
TIE PAN-ELEC TRIC REPORTS.
MR.. BOYLE EXPECTS souErHIyG

MIR. BOYLE EAPENr Is SONETHING.
Washington DspIici 10 The World.
1t is that hr 30, 'cts % Ds appointed ny
the Administration 10 soma oice upon tbs expiration
Of Con srsss. IL IL certain that Hr.
Gooe the SOlicltortionsri Will he onhrmed by the
senate. In thu ot hs lection. Mr. Boyle may be
considered IN connection with this ohio.
HOW THE DEMOCRATIC MEM3E - STOOD
From Washington DtsJutch 10 me ECsning Post.
II is I.aluel, sub
mttted, the Democratic, with the possible exc pon
Chairman yl. preierre u sign the ropprt II Mr..
Hale which the Depart nsnt OF Justice for hay
the suit at the instance Of private parties
But they AL, except Hale. yielded 10 entreatIes ana
ssued the Boyle report
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1886-07-02


Feed nn their dama-k cheeas."
until the next summer, after the designations OF
Senators Conklng and Plat had imposed upon
them the unexpected duty of filling the vacancies.
Representative Phelps hits the nail on the head
again. in his short letter on Home Rule. counselling
England not to be afraid of the American system
which has worked admirably IN this country for
more than century. Government within a Gov
eminent though our British cousins cannot under
stand it, is a device which has secured wonderful
prosperity and also n wonderful harmony of feeling
and interest IN this country. The British may
we'll make mp their minds that they have to try
good many Yankee notions. They are using
American clocks and American knives, American
cotton machinery. and beginning 20 think they had
better build American yachts. If they c..n and 1T
would not hurt them at all TO initiate American
inventions in government also
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1886-07-02

Prohibition went into effect yesterday in Rhode
Island and in Atlanta, Georgia. aud was also voted
Ivy the people of Copiah County, Mississippi. The
contrast which these victories and substantial
gains present may well be studied 10y the lrohibi-
toniss Ca led, who profess to believe that it is
their duty to make war upon the Republican party
in Rhode Island prohibition has conquered without
a party struggle. IN Mississippi, as IN Georgia.
prohibition has prevailed because ITS advocates
took to present the Issue its merits. without
antagonIzing either of the political parties in
which its supporters were found. But IN States
like New-Jersey and Ncw-i ork. prohibition gains
nothing but only loses ground. because its pro-
fessed supporters make it their chief business to
dcnounce. and if they can TO defeat the party in
which most of the friends OF prohibition found.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1886-07-02

The Erenipg Post contained an editorial yester-
day upon political courage. but 1t has not yet
acquired sufficient political courage TO expan Just
how Senator ilier succeeded in packing the Legs-
la;ure of 1881 with devoted aJherents of such
exceeding coyncss that
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1886-07-02

FoRrIGS-Election of the first members of the
new British Parliament; John Brights 50 ecch at
Birmin CHAM. - Mt. Beecher in London. -
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

THF REASON PEnrIE DE~rI~E PATENT
MEDICINES is btCau~e they are usually reg
commended tn cure all diseases. This must
be- a mistake because the great success of
the Shaker Extract of Roots iNtgel's Syrup
is due almost solely Ia the fact that it is
made to cure one single disease: namely
Indigestion, for which it Isl certain remedy
The aching head. cUnStipated bowels caus-
lug languor and fatigue, vanish aS soon a.
this remedy is applied. The Shaker Tar
Capsules cure coughs.
A. IL. T"on. ut Fancy Farm, KY, writes
May II, 1884: Il wish Ia inform You that
your medicine has done more good than
any have ever used. and | do hope this
will De read by all those who are afflicted
with Dyspepsia rheumhtiSm and general
debility.
J. f. Wells, druggist. Roscoe. st. Clair
Co. Mo-. RENTS and recorders and SAYS:
The Shaker Extract of Roots is the best
medicine on my shelves. Those that have
used the medicine or pills speak of them in
the highest terms. Send another box"
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12
AMONG The COURTS.


Assignment of Criminal Cases for the May
Term-Are You Down"
Judge White yesterday morning made
the following assignment of crimpal ca>t'>
for the May term:
MONDAY. MAY l..
State of Ohio vs. Peter Coleman. Assault
and battery.
State of Ohio vs.. Allen Seward. Grand
larceny.
state of Ohio vs.. Douglas OgIesby. Re
ceiving stolen goods.
TUESDAY,, MAY Il.
State vs.. Aieck Moss alias Edward Moore.
Burglary and larceny.
State vs. George Seeze Burglary al d
larceny.
STATE vs. Robert StrattOn. Assault and
battery.
WEDNESDAY. MAY ~.
State ". James Stappletun. Concealed
weapons, pointing firearms and shooting Ia
kill
State vs.. Chas. Meyers. Grand larceny.
THURSDAY. MAY 20.
State vs.. William Warner. Grand larceny.
State vs.. Thomas l.. Rafferty,. Petit
larceny.
State vs.. Sallie Thompson. Shooting AT
with intent 10 kill
FRIDAY, MAY II.
State vS. ChaS. Tutt. Manslaught-r.
State ". James Malone. Liquor-three
indictments
State vs.. George Bevington. Assault and
battery.
State vs.. Al. Fisher. Gambling, etc.
State vs.. Frank Davidson. Gambling.
TUESDAY. MAY "A.
State vS. TheO Colby. Cutting with IN
tent Ia kill.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12
POLICE COURT.

Regular Grist of Drunks and DIsorderIies
Ground Out
Not a great deal was done in police court
yesterday afternoon.
Emil Heptct and Andy jackson, who
were arrested for disorderly conduct Were
dismissed.
Walter Harris and Francis McCo0l. who
were arrested for Stonng Heptict and john
SON were also dismissed.
Strrrill Sprague was arraignei on
three charges, fast driving. diS0r
derby conduct and shooting within
the city limits. He pleaded guilty
TO disOrderly conduct and shosting within
the city limits, and got 81 and costs in the
first case and So and costs in the second.
He will stand trial this afternoon for fast
driving.
Franz Statme will have it determined to
day whether he was drunk on Monday
night or not.
Doe Campbell pleaded not guilty Ia har-
boring vicious dog. and Will have hear
ing on Friday. j. X. Mower, Esq, will
defend him.
William McCune, arrested for lettering
was discharged with an injunction from the
mayor to leave town before Sundown. He
left
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

Mrs. WinSlow's Soothing Syrup. for chill
dren teething, is the prescription of one of
he best female nurses and physicians in
the United States, and has been used for
years with neyer-failing success by millions
of mothers for their children. During the
process of teething its value is incalculable.
Ii relieves the child from pain, cures dySen-
tery and diarrhGa, gripping in the bowels
and wind collie. By giving health to the
child il rests the mother. Price 25c bottle
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

An old physician. retired from practice,
having had placed in his hands 10y an East
India missionary the formula of a simple
vegetable remedy for the speedy and per
manent cure Of Consumption. Bronchitis,
Catarrh. Asthma and all throat and lung
affections, alsn positive and radical cure
for Nervous Debility and all Nervous Com
plants. after having tested its wonderful
curative powers in thousands of eases, has
felt il his duty Ia make It known Ia his
suffering fellows. Actuated by this motive
and a desire tO relieve human suffering,
will send free Of charge. to all who desire
il, this recipe. in German. French or En-
liSh, with full directions for preparing and
using. Sent by mail by addressing with
stamp, naming this paper. W. \. NoyeS,
l49 Powers Block. Rochester, y. Y.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12
NOTICE TO CnNrKACrnKs.

SEALED proposals VIII De- received at the
y office "l the city Clerk of the city Of Spring
field. uhiu. for furnishing the materials and
doing the ldbur"t the following classes of work
for said city. between the time ut entering into
contract and IN" hrSt day of December A.
ID. lS>j. according (" plans and specifications
In thr u'ncr Ul the city Civil Engineer Of said
city. and IN aCCnrdamce with the ordinances of
said city relating To said work, said proposals
tU br a. follows.
First, for fuTui >hiug and putting In curb and
gutter, per liural foot.
second, for furnishing material and laying
brick sidewalks, per square yard.
Third. for furnishing material and laying
modern street and alley crossings. per linral
foot.
Fourth. for furnishing material and laying
boulder crossings across alleys, per square
yard
Fifth. for cutting sidewalks 10 grade. per
cubic yard
sixth, For filling sidewalks to grade. per cubic
yard.
seventh. for grayeling sidewalks, per cubic
yard.
All proposals must hr for doing said work ne
rurdlHg to the plans. prUtilrS and specifications
in the city Engineer : office, must be signed by
the Iull name of all parties Interested in said
bid. and by some responsible diSintrrrStrd per
son as a guarantee that contract will be en-
tered into provided the bid is accepted and
must be on file In the City Clerks once on or
before twelve oc clock noon OF Tuesday, the 18th
day of May. A. D. lNN,i, to be opened and pub
day. II the presence of the Mayor, city Engi-
nctS' Assistant city Engineer and City lerk
or any two of them. and reported to council at
the nrst meeting thereafter.
The city council reserves the right to reject
any or all proposals presented for any reason
they may deem sufficient.
by order of council.
IL am j. : SuEWALTER City Clerk
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

Will find great relief from constipation.
headache and nrrvuuSmeSS, by taking SIM
mons Liver Regulator. 1t is simple, harm
less, vegetable compound, sure to relieve
you, and can do no injury. Persons of 50
dentary habits often suffer with kidney af-
fections. II they would maintain the
strength Of the digestive organs and i'm
prove the quality Of the blood by tax ing the
Regulator it would restore the health and
Nignr.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

Charles Sabyl. lad about seven years
Old. residing on State street, in the west
end was attacked by vicious dog late
Monday afternoon. The animal bit the boy
badly on the right leg, tearing the flesh in a
fearful manner. The little fellow managed
t, get away from the dog and into his
h pme. 4 physician dressed the lads in
juries, while the father shot the dog
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

The new treatment for ladies diseases
discovered by Dr. Mary \. Gregg the dis
,,hi.h hos rs,,I,,ti,,,iiad ,h,. .,,,ir ,n,,ja ~
tr.,,i', ,..s. c,,,,iai,,t. il, E,I,,,J
hain,y in,rn,Iuc,.J imto th,, I:Tit,.J Stata-
I,,JGr = fa,r and rn,sI ,,I,,,
Snt,,.i,,nt nf mi, r,.,n,.i, t,,r am. ,,,,r,I,.-
trial treatment i sant fr,, Ia ey,.ry. IaJ,.
who i SmfFarimr frnn, any disp,>. cnypm,nn
tn th,. soy WIN sends her address and tIir-
ra,.,, t,,,,,.ant st,n,rs fnt ,\,,a,.. rI,r,,,..
nt,.
/, j. ,,.,.i+i,-a ,,,r, f,r ,,,,. f,.,,, f &,
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12
LOCAL NOTICES.

My son. seventeen Years old. has been
afflicted with nasal CataTrh since quite
young. | was induced Ia Try EIy's Cream
Balm. and before he had used one bottle
that dis;Igrrrablr catarrhal ,Iurll had all rft
him. He appears a we'll a. anyone. 1t i
the best catarrh remedy in the markrt.-J.
&. OmStead. ATcOla. ILL.,
Mr.. A. Nichols suffered from cataTTh for
years. He purchased bottle "f Ely
Cream Balm of us. lie is now almost
cured, and says y"u cannot recommend il
too highly. Ever Bros, druggists, In,i,-
pendence Iowa.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

Rev. u. VI. Carpenter. Of CIymer. Chan
tauqua Co. y. Y. writes March ,, 1855:
Ny boy. two wears old. took a severe cold.
which settled in his throat and lungs.
Nothing afforded relief and | thought he
must die. Finally 1 put an AllcOck's Porous
Plaster around the thtnat and one on the
chest In less than an hour his breathing
became better. and he fell asleep. In
twrnty-four hours the child was well.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12
Sneezing Catarrh.

The distressing SneeZr. Snreze. SnrrZr. the
acrld watSry discharges from the eyes and
nose. the painful inflammation extending To
the throat, the swelling of the mucous lining
causing choking sensations. cough. ringing
noises in the head and splitting headaches
how familiar these symptoms arr To thousands
who suffer periodically from head colds or in
tiurnZa, and who live in ignorance of the Tact
that a single application Of N'NtuKp'~ R'nlCAL
e. RI ruK CATARRH will afford instantaneous
relief.
But this treatment In cases of simple Catarrh
gives but a faint idea Of what this remedy will
do ia the chronic forms. where the breathing
is ohStruCtcd by choking. putrld mucous dccu
mutations. the hearing affected. smell and
taste gone. throat liberated and hacking cough
gradually fastening itself upon thu debllltatrd
system. Then IL is that the marvellous cura-
tive power of SAAFuRn'S Radical Ct RI mani
tests itself in Instantaneous and grateful re
lief. Cure begins from the first application.
1t is rapid, radical. permanent. economical.
safe.
SANFoRp', RADICAL CURE consists Of one bot
tie of the RADICAL CJEF. one box CNTARRH Al
SOivENT and AL iNPRuVEu INHALER; price 81
Porter DRUG A CHENIC Al SO. BuSTUN.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

II people troubled with colds would take
Ayers Cherry PectOral before going to
church OF places of entertainment they
would avoid coughing. greatly To- jlIr coin
fort of both speakers and hearers. Public
speakers and singers find that the Prrt"ral
wonderfully increases the power and tleNi-
bility of the voice.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

The grand lodge of the B'nai Birth con-
cludt'd it, convention in Cincinnati yester-
da.. \ resolution was adopted to rebuild
,.,. Cleveland orphan asylum AT d cost of
>lJU 600.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12
SoIure, No PAY.

The terms Never despair" and while
tn res life there's hope are the NOTICES OF
ID. McMunu. Treats his patients to cure
ZEN. and uses without prejudice or regard
for Srhuuls or ''pathys" whatever will ac-
ump!iSh that result \ man Of - years
,uccrSSful CvHrrirnce. Consultations in
perSon or by mari fr," to all. Permanently
ocated At Sri.m4h"d, q. Institute, labor
Itory and disptn>d,! AT - west High street.
Hours a. III. Ia 9 y. IA.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

You viii notice how quickly a thoroughly
Suc,r-N,ful article is initiated. and also that
the limitations are without merit. as they
are gotten up 10y un>,'rupulouS parties. Be
ware of limitations of Dr. Jones Red Clover
Tonic. The genuine is sold by all drug
gi>to. and promptly cures Dyspepsia COS
Inverness. had breath. piles. pimplts. ague
and malaria diseases, poor appetite, low
spirits. headache. or diseases of the kid
ntys. stomach and liver Price 80 cents
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

Dr Frederick Y. Palmer. aged seventy
three. wears. we'll known physician of
Boston. with his little grandson in his arms.
jumped from a Steamer bound for Portland.
Il dh were lost
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

CONFINED TO THE BED FOUR
MONTHS. and almost blind. and cured by
one box of Iiilmore'S Neuralgia Cure. For
sale by Theo. Troupe, druggist.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

That tired feeling from which you suf-
fer SO much, particularly in the morning, is
entirely thrown off by Hoods Sarsaparlla.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

DtcIal~w The -. ,.,.. eel, department.
'h, heads "t the Baltimore custom house
and l,o ,tof1h.r all mdorsr Salvation Oil.
Price twenty five cents.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12
TRY 1T
THEO. TROUPE,
CITY DRUG STORE,
Cor. Main and Market SITS.

would advise any one suffering from
any form of rheumatism Ia obtain 4 bottle
of AthluphuroN and See the effects. ! tried
almost everything TO little profit, until
purchased a bottle "f AthlophoruS- Charles
K. J"hn>"r, West William street, Delaware,
Ohio
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12
Scott's Emulsion Of Pure
od Liver Oil. with Hypophosphites.

Is Remarkable as Il Flesh Producer.
The increase of flesh and strength, is per
ceptible Immediately after commencing To
use the Emulsion. The Cod Liver Oil
emulsified with the HypophosphiteS is most
remarkable for its healing, Strengthening,
and flesh producing qualities.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12
Advice to Mothers.

Scrofula, and all forms of scrufuIous dis
eases. are rapidly purged by the use of
Ayers SarSaparilla.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

The grand cnIlSiStnry of Ohio. Scottish
Rite Ma>on> is holding lis thirty fourth ait
nual reunion in Cncimat
Our thanks are due for 4 bottle of ST. ia
rubS oil. Ii cured our neuralgia.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

The action OF the republicans in taking
control uf the OHIO senate il sustained BY
public opinion in Ohio and throughout the
COUntr..
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12
From lis lbs. to ISL lbs.
70 the Cuticura RemedieII Owe
Ny Health, My Happiness,
and My Life.

A day never passes that do not think and
speak kindly Of the CUrICUKA RENEpIES. seven
years ago all "t dozen Jumps formed on my
neck. ranging in size from cherry stone To au
Orange The large ones were frightlu Ia look
at. and painful to bear: people turned aside
when they saw me, in disgust. and | WAS
ashamed 10 be on the street or IN society Ply
Sicians aud their treatment. and all medicines
failed 10 do any good. In a moment nI despair
tried the CUTICURS RENEuIEs-CJTICUEA. the
great Skin Cure. and CUTICU KA Soar. an rXquis-
itr skin Brauiiftr. externally. and CT TICg IA
REsuIyE>r. the new Blood Purifier internally;
the small Jumps Ss | call them gradually dis
appeared. and the large Ones broke, In about
two weeks. discharging large quantities Of
matter, leaving two slight sears IN my neck 10
day Ia tell the story of my suffering. My
weight then WAS one hundred and fifteen sick
iy pounds; my weight now is one hundred and
sixty one solid. healthy pounds. and my height
is only five feet tivr inches. In my travels
praised the Ct rICURI RENEDIE~, North. south,
East and West. To tUTrI EN RENkpIES | uwE
NY HEALTH. NY HAPPINESS. and Ny IiFE.
prominent New ORR druggist asked me the
other day, DO you still use thr CUrlCU IA RFN
EuIE>; you look 10 be in perfect health My
reply was. Il do. and shall always have
never known what sickness Is since ! com
mencrd using the Ct TICI KA kENEUik~. some
times | am laughed AT for pralSlHE them 10
people not acquainted Win their merits, HHI
sooner or later they Will come 1" their S'u>r~
and believe the same those that Us" them.
aS dozens have whom have told. MAY the
time come when there shall be a large tL met "A
supply House in every city in the world. Tor
the benefit Of humanity. where the Ct rIcrRA
REMEpIEs shall he sold only. ;" that there will
be rarely need OF ever entering "A drug StOrr.
NJ. lit SBANDS.
2lU Fulton St, New York. y. \.
CrTIctRA REMEDIES are a positive cure for
f.r AZ 81 in and Rlpp1 Diseases. from
PImplrs t" ScTntula sold everywhere. Price
Ct net RA, ~ cents: SOAR, - cents; RE~"LN kNT.
Sl.D. Prepared by the PuTTEK DEI & ASp tHEN
ICIL Co. Boston, Mass. Send Tor How 10 Cure
Skin Diseases"
send for How to Cure skin Diseases" .
nIAAPLES. BIackheads. Skin Elrmi>heS and
TIvI Baby HumurS, use CITIrI Rk Soar.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12
PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON.

nR. J. SWAlNE,
IL Oficr No. 0l2 W. Main st
Residence No. - W. Pleasant st.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

I'VE have met the enemy and they are
ours. ~sId Commodore Perry, thus telling
the. story of the hattie of Lake Erie And
II j. also fact that Dr. Bulls Cough Syrup
J. %" ~r"ntr met than the cold i conquered
and tr,. cough diSapprars
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

General Alex. Shaler. upon the request of
thr governor. has rendered his resignation
a. National Guard commander in New
York.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

The first thing We do. lets kill all the
lawyers" This Il rather hIood-thirsty
proposition. which We modify by offering
I, cure this worthy class Of people. Most
at them suffer lin common with nearly all
Others of sedentary LabitsD, from the in
juriouS effects of dyspepsia, indigestion,
piles. loss of appetite. and other ailments
caused by conStipated habit of the body.
DR. Pierce's Pleasant Purgative Pellets
eradicate all these disorders in promptly re
moving the cause thereof, and induce rare
degree of comfort and health.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12
saving the Lawyer. =.

Near Oxford. O.. Granville Hutchinson
fatally shot Milton Bowman. who had fr,-
gurItll threatened llutChinSUm'S life.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12
RAILROAD TINE CARD.
Cleveland, Columbus. Cincinnati and
indianapolis Railway.

Ne. u has through >irepers I" New Rork and
Boston without change.
No is the famous limited express. com
posed entirely ut Slr"psrS. east oi Cleveland.
Through >l--prTs from Springfield. Makes
New nTk ia ~ hours
& T. KNIGHT,
K R. Ticket and Ocean Steamship Agent.
A. !. SMITH. Arcade Depot.
e. 2. A Springfield. q.
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12
COUNCIL "CONVERSAZIONE.
The City Dads Indulge in Long and
Caloric-Tinted Session
Last Night,
Water Works Bonds sold After "a Long
Discussion a. To their Legality A DE
bate a. to IA First Ward NuisanCe-
Great Grind OF Municipsi Business

Council met last Tuesday evening in
regular session. President Thomas in the
chair and all members present, except Mr..
Springfield globe-republic. (Springfield, Ohio) 1884-1887, 1886-05-12

Taken for Iientlrmrn'S Outfrting from any
part of the world. The Largest and Finest
Stock of Mems Furnishings in the States ON
hand AT popular prices
Los Angeles daily herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1884-1890, 1886-07-06
CONGRESSIONAL.
HousE.

WASHINGTON. July 5.-Springer, o
Illinois, offered resolution In th'
House to-day calling on the Presiden
for copies Of all correspondence be
tween this government and the republic
of Nicaragua and Costa Rica since 1879
in relation to the construction OF ar
inter oceanic canal by way Of Lake
Nicaragua. Referred.
The House then went into Commit.
tee Of the Whole Hammond, Of 0eor.
gia, in the chAir) on the General De-
iiciency Appropriation bill. Long, and
at times acrimonious discussion arose
over an amendment offered by Cannon,
Of Illinois. appropriatiag s22. 900. as re-
funded taxes illegally collected from rail-
road companies, on account of siissi
bond and stockholders. The amend-
ment was adopted. A clause rAtifying
and confirming readjustInents Of salsr-
les OF postmAsters heretofore made by
the Postmaster. General pursuant to the
act of the 3rd of March, 1888. was
ruled out on point Of order, and an
amendment offered by Mr.. Barnes, Of
Missouri, striking out the entire sppro.
priation for establishments by vote Of
1872 to 1894, was adopted.