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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
DEFEAT OF PROHIBITION.
GEN. NEAL DOW BEATEN IN HIS
 OWN TOWN.

What the Father of Prohibition Has to
 Say About the Result-Ho Was Buried
 Under 1,600 NIajority-In Other Parts
 of Maine.
 PORTLAND, Me. March 6-Gen. Neal Dow, the venerable "Father of Prohibition" was showed under in his race for the mayoralty of Portland in tho city election yesterday by the Republican candidate, Charles J. Chap man, with majority of 1,600.
 Dow was the united candidate of the Pro hibitionists and the Democrats, heading both their tickets. It was to beat the Republicans that the Democrats jndorsed Dow, and the result is that every Republican aldermanic nominee has been elected, and Chapman, who has already twice been mayor, received double the majority he ever got before.
 The campaign opened briskly about two weeks ago. It was fight entirely regard less of party lines, and the vote tells exactly how Portland, the largest city in Maine stands on the liquor question.
 Gen. Dow was seen after the polls had closed He said: ''It will now go all over the world that Neal Dow has been defeated in his own city, and, of course, the story will have some effect; but had the battle been decided the other way, how disastrous it would have been to the Republicansl am not surprised ! uiA hoo oulAh, AOWoNcE, tudC SuOuQ De defeated by so much of a majority. put it at 500 before the election. But this won't stay the course of prohibition It will go on just the same. This is simply first Bull Run defeat that will next time inure to our bene- fit. Some of these days Portland will have a prohibition mayor. The state of Maine will stand by prohibition, and will never accept license
 BATH, Me, March 6.-James w. Wakefield Rep) was elected mayor yesterday by a majority of 174 over George E. Hughes Dem) and William R. Shaw Temperance). All the aldermen and councilmen elected are Repub- icans.
 RoCKLAND, Me. March 6-The Republi- cans elected every officer in every ward. William s. White Rep.) was elected mayor over Albert c. Gay Dem.l and Charles A. Jameson Qnd.) by 500 majority.
 SACo, Me, March 6.-Mayor Willis T. Emmons was reelected by 375 majority. The Republicans elect every alderman but one and full board of councilmen. The Repub ican majority is 100 more than last year.
 ELLSWORTH, Me, March 6.-Frederick B. Aiken (Rep.) is elected mayor over Fl. B. Mason Dem.) by 1S1 majority, with one small outlying ward to hear from, which last year gave small Republican majority.
 LEWISTON, Me, March 6-The vote fol mayor yesterday was: Little Rep.) 1,796: McGillicuddy Dem.) 1,613
 AUBURN, Me, March 6-Penlay Rep.) re- ceived 1,064 votes; Foss Dem.) 376; Stanly Qnd.) 231; French Proh.) 52.
 GARDNER, Me, March 6.-John W. Berry was reelected mayor. There was no opposi- tion.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
THE ASSOCIATION GAMES.
Arrangement of Dates and Miles to be
 Travelled.


 NEW YORK, March 6-The American asso- citation held it's annual meeting at the Claren- don hotel yesterday, and will continue it's session to-day. It was about o'clock when the association adopted it's schedule of games for the coming season. There was not much of wrangle over the assignment of dates, and the committee was voted thanks for it's work on motion of MT. Won der Ahe. MT. Byrne, of the committee, is mainly accounta- ble for the adoption of the schedule, and he had his secretary. Charles Ebbitts, prepare an elaborate statement of dates and mileage. By this it appears that the choice iates this year were properly secured. For instance, Cincinnati will play two games in Brooklyn on Memorial day, whereas tbe Porkopolitans never had like opportunity. Louisville will for the first time since 1883 appear in Baltimore on May 30. and Baltimore will play in Louisville on July 4, they never having done so since 1882. The Athletics will appear in St. Louis on July 1, for the first time since the organization of the American association. In the selec- tion of Sunday and Saturday dates Brooklyn has the cream. The Twin City club has 15 Saturdays and 19 Sundays The Athletics have 12 Saturdays; the Baltimores IA Satur- days; Clevelands, Is Saturdays; Cincinnati. 13 Saturdays and 13 Sundays; Louisville, IS of each; St. Louis, 12 of each, and Kansas City a like number of Saturdays and Sundays. In mileage Brooklyn leads having to travel 12,- 4l2 miles; Kansas City, 12,314 miles; St. Louis 11,6A3 miles; Athletics, 11,512 miles; Baltimore Il ,446 miles; Louisville, 1O,222 miles; Cleveland, 10, 12' miles, and Cincin- nati, 9,754 miles The Kansas City team has the longest jump, of I,343 miles, from Kansas City to Brooklyn. The Athletics follow with 1,252 miles, Baltimore with ,23l miles, Brook lyn with 1,065 miles, Louisville with 1,065 miles, St. Louis with 975 miles, Cleveland with 954 miles, and Cincinnati has the short est, having only 500 at a jump.
 The schedule stipulates that the season shall open April IS, Brooklyn being at home with Cleveland, the Athletics at home with Balti- more, Cincinnati at Kansas City and Louis vile at St, Louis
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Two Men Killed.

PouaHKEEPs1E, N. Y., March 6.-About 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon two men named Lahey and Roach, residents of Wappinger's Falls, while walking on the track of the Hud- son River railroad at Low Point, were struck by the Saratoga express, bound north, and instantly killed. The bodies were taken to Fishkill Landing. At the time of the acci- dent the two men had just stepped off the down track to avoid a train going south.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Tn. Governors Son Settled the Case.

NORTH EAsToN, Mass March 6.-One day last winter the young son of Thomas Dono- hue, while at work in th Anes Shovel works, had some words with William H. Ames Ames, who is the eide son of Governor Ames, abused the DonoLue boy in tank of cold water the thermometer at the time registering almost zero. As consequence suit was entered against Anes at the court at Taunton by the boys fasher, damages being laid at $5,0OO, for injuries alleged to have been sustained The ca 3, which was to have been heard ill the super4Nr court to-day, has been settled by Mr. f.mes, Mr. Donohue agreeing to accept $l ,O00.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
To Fight on Friday.

LONDON, March 6.-The arrangements for the prize fight are completed, and those who are to be present at the pugllistic encounter have arranged to leave London this after noon to join Mitchell and Sullivan, who are both in France. The fight will in all proba- bility take place on Friday. Angel, the well known sporting broker on the Stock Ex- change, has been chosen as referee. Sullivan will be seconded by Barnitt and Ashton Hoske will be his umpire. Baldock and "Pony" Moore will look after Mitchell's in ctc
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
To be Used After Death.

GARFIELD, N. J., March 6.-Daniel Ken nedy. of this town, buried daughter on Saturday, and his brother, Johns aged about 25, came from Clean, N. Y., to attend the funeral Undertaken Spyoull, of Passaic, had left bottle of embalming fluid before the funeral with directions for frequent use. After the burial the bottle stood in closet with some other bottles. There was some gin there and J ohm Kennedy had already had a drink of it. On Sunday he went to the closet for more gin and by mistake got hold of the bottle of embalming fluid and drank quan- t.ty of it before he discovered his error. Medi cal assistance was summoned, but could do nothing for him, and Kennedy died after great suffering.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
General Markets.

NEW YoRx. March h6.-FLoUR-Closed quiet at unchanged prices; winter wheat extra, s2.90G5; Minnesota do., S29004.9o; Ohio extra, S2. soGe5; St. Louis extra, S29005. Southern four closed steady; common to choice extra, S3.300a
 wHEAT-Optious were dull and irregular, closing about steady at Saturdays figures. Spot lots closed firm and unchanged. Spot sales of No red state at eS0931kc.; No. do., sI9zG 9lzzc; No. 2 red winter, e2c.; ungraded red. SsSD 91c.; No. g red winter, March, eolzc bid; do, April, 9ilsc.; do., May, 91SSc.
 CORN-Options were dull, but the tone was steady, and prices advanced k0Nc- Spot lots closed dull but firm and <GNc. higher. Spot sales of No. mixed, cash, at 60ISc.; unRraded do, 6O6604c; No. mixed, April, COG; do., May, 6o1s0U014c.
 OATSIOptions were quiet but firm and closed k0sxc. higher. Spot lots closed firm and Ac. higher. Spot sales of No white state at 42j4G 4Sc.; No. do., 4l041xc.
 RYE-Dul; state, 76c.
 PORK-Dull; old mesa, $l<75016.
 LARD-Clossd firm but quiet; cash, eao2f; March, ST 7eaD7.s4; April, S7.92
 BUrTER-6tsady, soase, l7@eoc.: western, M o0c.
 CHEEaE-ouiet but firm; state factory. iiyx@ i23(c., western, 1lA0lHzc.
 EGGS-DuH; nearby. 2i0clHc.; western, s1c
 SUGAR,-RAw redniug. E6c.; % test centrifu- gal, 6t<c, Refined steady; cut loaf and crushed, .s3(c.; cubeA 7c.; powdered, St07 l-ioc.; graain- }esed. e91oi cSafslst9ns9 Ar oksi < s.faard, E ss
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
FROM THE RAILROAD STRIKE.
Roth Sides Confdent-Sixty Per Cent oi
 of the SNstem i'm nnerafinn

Both Sides Confident-Sixty Per Cent of
 of the System in Operation.
 CHICAGO, March 6.-Paul- Morton, gen. ial passenger agent,C. B. and Q. railroad, said this morning: We are in better con- dition now than at any time since the strike began. Sixty per cent of the entire system is in operation. Freight traffic, excepting live stock, has been resumed Imported engineers are delighted with the western country and will remove their families at an early date" Chief Arthur says there's nothing new. They are simply entering upon a protracted, determined contest with determination to win by all honorable means. Trains bulletined as abandoned, have simply been consolidated with other trains on the same line
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06

The Trouble on the Mexican Border.
 WASHINGTON, March 6.--Assistant Secre- tary Rives has received two telegrams from United States Consul Allen, at Piedras Ne gras, Mexico, in regard to the trouble at Eagle Pass, Texas, on Saturday morning, be- tween Texas officials aud some Mexican sol diers, which resulted ir she death of Mexi- can soldier and the wounding of the Mexican commanding officer. His reports confirm the newspaper accounts of the affair, and show, in addition, that the Mexican officer defied arrest at the hands of the United States sheriff, saying that he did not come to Texas to surrender, but to fight. The consul says ne made thorough investigation of the case and has mailed a report thereon to the de ,artmant
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Death of a Centenarian.

NEW HAVEN, March 6.-Margaret Colt, widow, aged 101 years and 10 months, died to day. She lived here over thirty years, coming from Canada; leaves five children, the youngest 55 years old. Un- til about week ago she was about the house doing her work in the best health, and expressed strong wish to live many years longer. She was a distant relative of the Hartford family of Colts.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
The Boston Trannn

BOSTON, March 6.-The first day Q2 hours) of the 72 hour walking match closed with the following score: Cartwright, s4 miles laps; Guerrero, s2; Hegleman, 79; Connors, TIC; Day, TIT; Taylor, 66.6; Collins, 63; Foster, 60; Quinn, 57; Bennett, 55; Cunningham, 54.7; Sullivan, 53.3; Cottcr, 53; Murray, 52.2; Edwards, 51.1. The three leaders are ahead of the record (7S miles 1sO yards. Young, Dugan, Keohan, Crowen and the Unknown have dropped out. Albert, the referee, gave some fine running exhibitions
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Presidential Appointments.

WAsHINGToN, March 6.-The president yes terday sent the following nominations to the senate: John R. Reed, of Pennsylvania, to be United States attorney for the eastern dis trict of Pennsylvania; George G. Sill, of Connecticut, to be United States district at torney for the district of Connecticut, and Stephen J. Lyon, to be postmaster at Collins vile, Conn.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06

When Martin Luther Raised That Muss.
 MERpnE, Conn March a--Miss Josephine Cas-, . teachnr in ths high school, is in trouble over thh renark she made to her class ths other day, to the sRsct that Cvtholic priest sold indulgsuces for rouey. Father Mo Alenney made 1t thb subject & bitter ser
 mon Sunday, and Is the leader in an effort te have Miss Cass removed, The young lady, who is ,A Wsllsslsy graduate, says shs was sss,sEaeSSf s lpa sssy ea tsEns| ssafSEsEE yaS1,E
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Appeal Granted for Murderer Coffee.

NEW HAVEN, March GA motion for an appeal was ne le yesterday before Judge Torrance in the superior court in the case of Peter Coffee, sent to state prison for life, for the murder of Station Agent Way at Stoney Creek, upon the ground that the verdict was against law and evidence After the argu- ments were made Judge Torrance, before whom the case was first tried, granted the appeal, certifying that, in his opinion, the verdict was against the evidence.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Mean, ,s Remains at Cork.

CORK, March 6.-The body of Stephen J. Meany arrived here last evening. It was met at the railway station and escorted through the streets by an immense procession, accom- panied by bands of music playing the 'Dead March" and bearing torches. The processioly was joined by the mayor and a large number of prominent Fenians and members of the National League. At least 30,OOO spectators lined the streets through which the procession passed
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
One Big Gun About Finished.

P1rrsBURa, March 6.-The big steel gun was taken from the annealing furnace at the Pittsburg Steel Casting company's works yes terday and found to be perfect The finish ing touches will now be put on.sand the gur shipped to Washington for the final tests or March 20. Superinte ndent Hamsworti stated that if the gun is a success he will offer to make a steel gun ill one casting for the government the same size and of better quality than the great English Ill ton built up gun for $175, QUO! The cost of the Englisl gun was $225, 5,OO0
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06

EELOOking Toward Commercial Union.
 WASHINGTON, March GA joint resolu- ton was introduced in the house yesterday by Mr. Hit, of Illinois, anticipating commer- cial union with Canada by authorizing the president to appoint, at any time he deems proper, three commissioners to act in con- function with commission representing Canada, to settle upon basis of internal rev enue and customs operation between the two ,<,,,oe
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
In Fine Conditioo.

Maid Ito mistress)-Jaines, tho footman, says, mum, a what he caught cold last night an has a very stiff neck.
 Mistress--Tell him to have the carriage at the door, Marie, in half an hour. l have some shopping to do. Turning to daughterl -For once. my dear, think Jamss will be sble to hold his head as have susBsv5skA -
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06

No Help from the French Government.
 PARIS, March 6.-The chamber of deputies yesterday tabled the bill to authorize the Panama Canal company to issue a lottery loan of 600, ,OO, 900 francs
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
English Navy Estimates.

LONDON, March 6.-Lord George Hamil- ton, first lord of the admiralty, has issued statement of the navy estimate for the year 1888, which shows decrease of a9O5, ,5SI, ex- cluding the cost of the Australia squadron, which involved special expenditure of G900, ,000. The statement asserts that the standard of efficiency of the officers and men throughout the naval service is highly satis- foc
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Burned to Death.

CAYUGA, Ont, March 6.-The dwelling of John Daley, near here, was burned early this morning. Mrs Daley and two chil- dren were burned to death. A laborer who was sleeping up stairs jumped from the window and escaped. MT Daley was absent at the time.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
At Rest in Greenwood,

NEW YORK, March 6.-The funeral of Gar rett Roach, son of the late John Roach, took place yesterday from St. Pauls church. About 1000 employees of the deceased from the Chester, Pa, works and the Morgan iron works were present, wearing badges of mourning. The interment was in Greenwood
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Coal Trade Demora,i1ed.

PTTTsBuRG, March 6.-The railroad coal trade is in worse condition than for year past. There are practically no shipments to Chicago, while to the east the trade is very light. Nearly all the mines on the Baltimore and Ohio road have been closed. Many of the miners are in destitute circumstances.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Claus spreokel.' Big Refinery.

Claus Spreckels' Big Refinery.
 PHILADELPHIA, March 6.-Claus Spreckels said while here yesterday: "My plans have been completed as to the building of a refin- cry, and the only points under consideration now are as to location and capacity. The capacity will not be under 4,0O0 barrels per day, and may reach 5000 barrels.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
INVESTIGATING THEIR CLAIMS.
Inspector Byrnes Recognizes Foster and
 Whitney as old Rounders.

Whitney as old Rounders.
 NEW YORK, March 6.-Inspector Byrnes has been investigating the claims of James Anson Foster and Clarence Whitney, ax- oessories in the robbery of old Peter Ben nett of East New York, from whom $32,- 900 was stolen. Foster refused to give his full name as he wished to save the name of his family, prominent in New York. Inspector Byrnes says Foster is not mem Der of prominent family here, but was raised as thief and has always been one. He is well known to the New York police by his real name. Whitney, who claimed also to be New Yorker, is not, but is resident of the vicinity. The Bennett rob bery was planned nearly year ago and In- spector 5yrnes recently sent to prison a man who went to Newport to rob Bennett, but failed for some reason and returned here.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Italy Desires France's Friendship.

Italy Desires Frances Frfendshfp.
 ROME, March 6-Iu the chamber of depu- ties yesterday, Signor Crispi stated that in quiry showed the incident at Modane to have been misrepresented and unlmportant The French soldiers who had interfered with Italian railway officials had already been punished by their officers, and to agitate an affair of this character would in no wise bene flt Italy. who earnestly desired the friendship of France
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
.ce Yacht Race O., the Hudson.

PoUGHKEEpsIE, N. Y., March 6.-The ice yacht race for tho prize for first class yachts, given by Judge Gllders. eeve, of New York, for yachts belonging to 1 he Hudson River Ice Yacht club, vas sailed lere yesterday. Six boats participated. The prize was won by the Northern Light, owned y J. c. Barron. The course was about thirteen and a half miles, and tho time about one hour.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Victorious Painters.

PTTTsBURG, March o-A majority of the master painters and decorators of Allegheny county yesterday conceded the demands of their employees for nine hours work at ten hours pay. Less than 100 men are idle, and all will probably be at work soon.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
The Internal Revenue Bill.

WASHINGTON, March 6.-The Democratic members of the ways and means committee have completed the internal revenue bill and will submit it to the committee to-day, when the tariff bill will be taken up. The reduc- tiou proposed is understood to amount to about $25, 1000, 600, which is taken from the tax on tobacco and fruit brandies. Mir. Ran. dal, 1t is expected, will also make public his tariff and revenue bill to-day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Guilty of danslaughter.

TROY, N. Y., March 6.-The jury in the case of James Brown, accused of killing Pat rick Kelly, brought in a verdict yesterday of manslaughter in the first degree Sentence will be pronounced tomorrow morning.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
May Soon Follow Her Father.

BOSTON, March d-ft is announced that the death of Miss Louise M. A.lcott is sn,omentarily expected, very little hope being entertained by her friends that she will survive more than a few hours. The death of her. ve1Ieral,is fatheA Sunday, was a severe shbck t6 l1x nsfuraily dsistass sa siaeanikateffod.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Psssing wortbles. cy,.c,<..

BusTQr, March 6---W. & Thomas, the Philadelphia ooal merchant, who was al. rested here last Friflay on dispatch received from Inspector Byrnes, and was subsequently, released for want of further infot1nationl was teaTrestgd yesterday. Thpmas is, charged txh Qassing Fo1fiii | X! $ ehuct-; ii p3yInsnt of 6oka& hlls4 4E htksa5 hf Nsw York oily.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
The Fishery Question in Canada,

OTTAWA, March 6.-The important debate on the fishery question did no occur yester- day, owing to delay caused by the recent
 illness of Sir Charles Tupper. The Liberals in the house are divided on the treaty question.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
HORRIBLE PENNSYLVANIA TRACED,

Sneak Thief Shoots a Cashier and
 Takes His Own Life.
 BRADFORD, Pa, March 6.-Thomas H Tomlinson, cashier of the First National bank, was shot in the bank this morning by sneak thief. The latter attempted to grasp pile of money when the cashier caught him. The thief then fined and Tomlinson fell, dying in a few minutes. Police and citizens pursued the thief, who, seeing he would be taken, placed the muzzle of his revolver in his mouth and fired, killing himself instantly.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Burglar and Bigamist.

PORTSMOUTH, N. H., March 6.-Investiga- tions made into the record of E. w. Richards, now in jail here for breaking and entering, show that Richards has three wives living, from none of whom has any divorce been ob- tained. He will be tried on the charge of polygamy.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
LOUISA M. ALcoTr DEAD.
Of a Cold Contracted While Visiting Her
 Father.

BoTsoN, March 6.-Louisa M Alcott, the wen-known writer, died this morning while her fathers body was being pre- pared for burial. Last week Thursday she drove to Boston to see her father and caught 6 cold which, on Saturday, devel- oped spinal meningitis, and she failed rap idly. Louis May Alcott was born in Ger mantown, Pa., November %, 1882 She began writing for publication at the age of 16, but with no marked success for fifteen years. In 1867 she wrote Little Women" which was her first success, and which she followed up with other stories equally pop ular.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Democrats Win in pe. Moine.. I..

Democrats Win in Des Moinea Ia.
 DEs MONIES, Ia., March 6.-The city cleo tion here yesterday resulted in the choice of J. L. Carpenter for mayor, and the entire Democratic ticket by majorities ranging from 300 to 500. The laboring men voted almost soidly for the Democratic ticket
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Fire in New Haven This Morning.

NEW HAVEN. March 6.-Fire broke out this morning in George filings Sons lum- Der mills High wind was blowing, mak- ing it difficult to check the flames before c large portion of the mill was destroyed. Loss, $25, ,0O0; fully insured
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Aid for the Ciearmakers.

BOSTON, March 6.-The Central Labor unions of Lynn and Haverhill voted to aid the striking Boston cigarmakers and to boy colt the cigars made by the members of the Cigar Manufacturers association, of Boston
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
uvrrot,sm Denounced.

LONDON, March 6-A committee of the Belgian Academy of Medicine has submitted a report of their investigation into the theory and practice of hypnotism, deuouncing 1t as morally and physically dangerous cad recou- n,eA,t]ina fts urohibitton by law.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-03-06
Home. swest Homs.

Magistrate (sternly to tramp)-The address you give as your place Of residence is a VI cant lot :, sss Fl 4ha 11lk