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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
PRISON DISCIPLINE
Discussed by the Society of. Charities an,
 Correction at Buffalo.

BUFFALO, July 9.-The Sunday evening" conference os the Charities and Correction society WAS opened with prayer by the Rev. Dr. Hiscox, chaplain of the Michigan sreta prison, after which a duet was sung by Messrs Hopper and Gager, with Miss Bianca Flelchman as accompauist. A scripture les son appropriate tp tue occasion followed. the passages chosen being those which relate to prison experiences aud the blessedness of yisits ing those who are behind the bars
 The Rev Frederick H. Hines, chairman of the committee on prison discipline, opened that topic ol tue evening by reading a brief report. Ih" committee do not claim that all prisoners can be reformed, but they do contend that II many instances conscience can bs awakened and manhood restored All prison officials who have goue about the work of re. formation in earnest have fallen short of the ambitions largely because they have to corf- tend first Of all against an antagonistic public sentiment.
 The theory of tho committee is that society IS best protected against crime when the criminal ceases to be such, and is brought into a proper relation win his feliow1aen.
 Rev. pr. Byers, of Columbus, O, ewas the next speaker. He said one of the obsta- cles lying i'll the way of prison reform through the administration of discipline is the highly cultivated faculty of deceit in old offenders.
 Col. Gardner Tufts, superintendent of the Massachusetts reformatory, next spoke.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
Tobacco Warehouse. Rnrn.d

BALTIMORE, July 9.-The Suns special from Danville, Va, says: Fire broke out at 2:15 a. Ill. in the Farmers leaf tobacco ware house, corner Of Union and High streets, operated by Redd & Berger. The building was completely destroyed Arnett, Shell & Co.'S. mammoth tobacco manufactory, with large stock of manufactured tobacco, was totally destroy destroyed also The stores on Union street, occupied by William Norris, grocer, D. S. Tatum, clothier, and Henry Cooke, undertaken, were all destroyed. Two unoccupied stores, with boarding houses above, adjoining the warehouse were par tially burned. The warehouse property be- longed to the estate of the late Dr. Thomas D. Stokes and was valued at $20,0O0 Redd & Berger's loss is 10000; insurance, s1O, ,OO0 Arnett, Shell G Co.'s loss on building, fix. lures and tobacco is s1lO, ,O0o; insurance, seO,. 900. Other losses amount to $1O,OOO The fire lasted until p. m.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09

dan and the Sisters of Charity appeared ia the doorway and the general waved his hsnd toward them in greeting. The stretcher was carried carefully up the steps of the piazza and through the doorway, and the next in- stant was shut off from public view. As the cottage fronts on the bay, the parlor where the general lies always has the first benefit of the cool breezes. Drs. Narrow and Reilly sleep in the house to be within easy call at any hour. Col Michael Sheridan will occupy a room at the hotel. Cline and another os the family's servants will occupy a tent back of the house
 Sheridan and himself were delighted with tho successful termination of what was feared was hazardous experiment in bringing the general to Nonquitt The trip from New London, he said, was tho best the Swatara made
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
Bald Knobbers Thirst for Gore.

ST. LOUIS, July 9.-Information from some of the Bald Knobber counties in southw west Missouri is to the effect that trouble is brew. ing between two factions of the Bald Knob. Der organization. A man known as "Doca Petters was arrested at Cassville last week as a Bald Knobber, and the arrest is likely to prove an important one, as Petters is known to be one of ths leaders of band who have stolen during tho last year more than 2, 900 cattle off the range in Ozark, Christian and Fancy counties Ons of these factions claims that the other has been revealing the secrets of the order and already more than one member has been murdered for giving information to the authorities and more killings are daily looked for. Both sides are we'll armed, and if an open war should take place great loss of life is apprehended.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
The Order of Bnai Rrftb

CLEVELAND. July 9.-Prominent Hebrews from all sections of the country are in at- tendance at the annual meeting of the Inde- pendent order of Bnai Brith, which will con. clude with the dedication of the new Jewish orphan asylum. At the annual meeting of the board of trustees it was reported that the new building would cost $19+,OOO. Samuel Aub, of Cincinnati, was elected trustee in place of his brother, Dr. Joseph Aub, de- ceased. Thirty-nine children graduated and sixty-one applicants were granted admission. A banquet was rendered the visitors at tho Excelsior club house. Receipts for the year
 were s34, 900 and expenditures about the same.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
THE NUTMEG STATE.
As Seen by Tourist From the Ssnny
 South.

As Seen by Tourist From the Ssnny
 South.
 A former resident of Natchez, Miss, now living in Waterbury, writes to the Natchez Democrat, giving his ideas regarding Water bury and Connecticut in general. Among other things he says: II am in the town where the world-renowned Waterbury watch is made and it is due to this watch that the city is advertised so thoroughly. The factory only turns out 1,200 day. This was the first city in the state to raise Cleveland and Thurman banner, and you can bet your socks every democrat and a great many republicans for miles around were present. In the south we raise the pole with the Cleveland and Thurman streamer upon it, but here banner is stretched across the street with the picture of the standard-bearers of democracy stamped upon it. For one that has not seen it, it would be impossible to imagine the enthusiasm that was shown on this oc- casion. The republicans had q kind of demonstration the night of the nomination of Harrison. A great many had not heard of Harrison, and wanted to know who he was, and where in the h-l he came from. They wanted Blaine, and so did the demo- crats, for they downed him once"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
A Prize Fight Between Woman,

BUFFALO, July 9.-A prize fight between two young women for from $500 to s1, 900 side is being arranged in this city. Hattie Leslie, young married variety performer, who is a skilful wrestler, issued a challenge to engage in a match with fists under prize ring rules, and yesterday it was accepted by Peter Bagley, of Bradford, Pa, on behalf of Alice Leary, who is a professional club swinger and athlete. Mrs Leslie is only 20 years old, but Miss Leary is 24. The latter is now swinging clubs at the Theatre Conique, but will go into training in a few days under the direction O: local sport named Jack kehoe. John Leslie, the chal- lenger's husband. said last night that meet ing would be held to-day to sign articles of agreement
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
MT. Waller Will Not Resign,

HARTFORD, July 9.-The story which has found its way into print that Consul General Waller contemplates resigning his office in London and returning to Connecticut is simply the revamping of an old rumor. and one which appears to have no foundation in fact. It has been given fresh impetus by the published fact that Governor Waller has contemplated vacation trip to the United States in August or September. His stay will be brief, and it is we'll understood by the politicians that he does not intend to take any part in the campaign. His visit will be solely for rest and attention to some private business matters on this side of the water.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
BilggTieUpThreatened E
The Brotherhoods Ready foI
 War with the Roads.
STRONG TALK AMONG THE MEN,

Chairman Hoge Says if the BurlIngton's
 Plan of Wholesale Arrests Is Carried Out
 It VIII Cause a Strike on Every Road
 in Chicago.
 CHICAGO, July eff the present crisis in the affairs of the two great brotherhoods does not result in general strike it will not be the fault of the radical faction. Their leaders are busy bracing up the more conservative members of the two organizations Hoge is the recognized leader of the radi ,als, and voiced the general sentiment when he said:
 "lf the railroads, through the dictation of the Burlington, are ready to declare open war upon the Brotherhoods, we are ready for them. It is asserted, and I am inclined to believe the statement Is true that wholesale arrests of men prominent in the present strike will be made when Stone of the Burlington, gives the word I have said before, and say it again, that if any such thing takes place, every road in Chicago will be tied up in thirty-six hours"
 "Are the men ready and willing to make such a moveT'
 Il should say they were. Do you imagine that they would tamely submit to the con- summation of such an outragel No, sir, they will not"
 This kind of talk was not confined to the Burlington strikers. During the evening engineers from the Chicago, Milwaukee and St Paul, the Chicago and Northwestern, and the Fort Wayne and other roads called upon Hoge, and held long consultations
 The complete failure of the strike added to the ranks of the radicals ill all of the divisions The 70" strike has been the topic in every Brotherhood meeting since the strike was de- clared off The radicals have jumped at every prete1t, and sought to preclpitate a strike. During the last two months a central organization has been quietly formed, en- bracing representatives from every road leading to Chicago. It has been impossible to ascertain the exact nature of the agree ment existing between the employees of the vari us roads
 ton was seen, and made the following state ment, after exacting promise that his name be not used:
 "The great majority of the Brotherhood men now recognize, a few of us always maintained, that an awful m;stake was made when the boycott was lifted. The "Q'' men are licked as the matter now stands We know what that means It means that another road will be selected and made non-union soon an op- portunity is presented. It means that the railroad companies have decided to abol .ish the brotherhoods The fight is bound to come sooner or later, and if the defeated O men are made the victims of conspiracy We will take a hand in it ourselves. The men on our road are red hot. They would strike to- morrow morning if I gave them the word. We are making no bluff; we mean business. Our existence as an organization is at stake, and If the fight must come let her come"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
Wrecked by a LandSlide.

LAFAYETTE, Ind, July 9.-A frightful wreck occurred on the Louisville, New AL bany and Chicago railroad, three miles south of this city. An extra freight, running at high speed to make the grade, dashed into a landslide, which covered the track for nearly 100 feet. The engine was completely demolished, and fourteen cars piled up to a height of thirty feet. David Julian, brake man, met instant death. Morris Hartnest received fatal injuries, and Fireman Black we'll was so badly hurt internally that reccv- cry is impossible The loss to the company is heayy
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
Serious Break in the Eric Canal.

ROCHESTER, N. Y, July CA wastewear in the Erie canal, near Adams Basin, fifteen miles west of here, collapsed about z o'clock Saturday night, near 8 culvert which carries Salmon creek under the canal The break was on the south side, the creek running northward. Sixty feet of the embankment wont out with 1t. The stop gates here and at Brockport were closed, but at an early hour less than one foot of water remains in the prison between the two gates, almost the en- tire body of water having gone down Salmon creek, which empties into Braddock's basin
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
The Case of JeweIer fuhr.

NEW YORK, July 9.-Joseph Muhr, the Philadelphia jeweler, who telegraphed the New York police on Friday that people were plotting against him, has been brought here by Dr. Spitzka, the insanity expert and taken to the pavilion for the insane at Bellevue hospital. He was induced to accompany the doctor on the pretext that his wife was miss ing and that he was to go to police head quarters to send out 8 general alarm. A thorough inquiry into his mental condition will be made at Bellevue.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
DEATHS CARNIVAL,
Dutch Kills, l.. l., Sees Three Murders Suicide and Death from Shock Within Forty-eiEht Hours.

Suicide and Death from Shock
 Within Forty-eiEht Hours.
 NEW YORK, July 9-Late Saturday night "Con" Welch, by profession a tough, was killed by a bullet from Liquor Dealer Tier ney's revolver in Dutch Kills, l.. l. Welch. in company with a gang, made raid on Tierneys store and were met by bullets Bill" Owens, another member of the gang died in the street immediately after the fray. Public sentiment is strongly in favor of Saloon Keeper Tlerney
 Within stone's throw of Tierney's saloon is the "House of Blazes," 'cing on Purvia street. A marriage was going on Saturday night near by, and the festivities included a calathumpian serenade. Two opposing forces met, and beer glasses, stones and bricks flied the air. In the melee Mrs. Eza Watson was pitched over stoop railing. Her neck was broken.
 Early Sunday morning, 8 man was found, not far from the neighborhood in which the other tragedies occurred, hanging by a clothes line. He was dead and had died by his own hands.
 Shortly afterward man dropped dead in his home close by on Academy street He had taken an active part in the brawl in which Owens and Welch met their deaths, and had received serious injuries. His nams was Anthony Hagedorn.
 With this awful chapter of crime and dissi- patton as its two days record, Dutch Kills has challenged public attention anew.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
New Jersey Democrats.

NEW JERSEY, July 9.-Tke Democratic state committee of New Jersey Will meet at Long Branch on Thursday to arrange for the campaign. A war is being waged between the party leaders of Essex and Hudson coun. ties over the location of the state headquar- ters. Essex county demands that it shall be In Newark, and Hudson county wants it in Jersey City. After the meeting of the com mittee there will be secret conference of the state to formulate plan and provide the means to carry the state at the coming election. Governor Green will preside
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
Brought Home to he Buried.

NEW YORK, July 9.-The body of the late Judge Turnkey, of the superior court of Pennsylvania who died in London on June A, arrived yesterday on the steamship Ohio The widow of the late judge and their son were passengers on the same steamship. They were met by Chief Justice Paxson, of the Pennsylvania supreme court, and 8 commit tee of the Venago county bar. A special train which left Jersey City a 6:45 P. n. conveyed the party to Franklin, Pa., where the funeral services will be oed tomorrow
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
THE NATIONAL LEAGUE,
THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION.


PHILADELPHIA, July e-A small, old fashioned trunk of foreign make was found in the Schuykill river by two boys out row. ing. The boys turned it over to the police, who opened it on the wharf They found in it a quantity of blood stained bed clothing, two blankets, a towel, a quilt, two sheets, a bandage and two handkerchiefs. The box was fastened with wooden peg, was marked "Guttlieb Gehsvein, passenger for PhiladeI4 phia on board the Bremen" It had evil dently been in the water quite a long time.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
Lightning Killed Driver and Horse.

CINCINNATI, July 9.-Sunday afternoon while Jacob Kleine, farmer, was riding along the road, two miles this side of Cheviot, he was overtaken by thunder storm. With. out dismounting he sought shelter under tree. which was struck by lightning moment later: The current passed through the body of Rleine and also through the horse, killing both of them
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
PLEADING FOR MERCY.

The Despairing Appeal of Murderer
 '.Maxwell's" Mother and Sister.
 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo, July 9.-The mother and sister of "Maxwell," murderer of P1eller, visited the governor here to-day to make last appeal for their son and brother, who, unless the governor inter feres, will be hanged on Friday. TO- mantle story is afoat that the governors favorite young daughter has interested her self in the case, and will add her petition for clemency. Thr deepest interest is felt over all the state on the result of to-day's NriSif
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
Backed the Carriage Into a Lake

LAcoNIA, N. H., July 9.-While a party of two ladies and four children were crossing a bridge on the way from Weir's to Governors Island, Lake Winnepiseogee. tho hosse be. came frightened, and backed tho carriage into the lake, Two children, Carrie and Ar thur Brocklebank, of Lynn, Mass, were drowned. Mrs J. F. Zebley, of New York, was badly injured by kick from the horse. The others were rescued with difficulty.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
He Fell Into a Furnace.

BUFFALO, July 9.-Shortly before noon yesterday terrible accident occurred at the malleable iron works at Black Rock John Gielow was cleaning out furnace in the gas room, when he fell into it, and was suffo- cated and burned to death by the intense neat Upon removing the body from the furnace large pieces of roasted flesh fell from the bones. The deceased leaves widow and three children.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
J,renkinc Up il Bad Gang.

PROVIDENCE, July 9.-James Thompson,
 colored. of Brownsville, and Thomas Holk of Pawtucket, were arrested for stealing a sail-boat and dorey from Bristol Bay, last night. They pleaded guilty, and were bound over. This is the first arrest of thieves that are terror of Narragansett
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09

MANIroU SPRINGS, Colo, July 9-Mrs. Henry w. Moore, wife of Managing Editor Moore, of The Post-Dispatch, of St Louis, who has been here a week, was completely prostrated when informed of her husbands elopement with Mrs. Norton, tho wife of his benefactor. It is understood at she will at once return to St. Louis.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
No New Trial for Peter Coffee.

NEW HAVEN, Conn.,, July 9.-The judges of the supreme court of errors have handed down decision denying a new trial to Peter Coffee, who was sentenced to imprison- ment for life for the murder of Charles l. Way, of Stony Creek, on May 2, 1887.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
A Heavy Dedication.

CINCINNATI, July 9.-Jesse L. Joles, re cording secretary of the K. of l.. of this city, has fled. His accounts are $5,OOO to s10,OOO short Fast horses, women and faro explain the shortage.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
Principal uasbrouok Resigns.

TRENTON, July 9,-The resignation of Dr. Washington Hasbrouck, principal of the state school to take effect Feb. 1, has been ac- cepted, and Professor J. M. Green, of Long Branch, will be his successor.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
The Wound Proved Fatal.

PROVIDENCE, July 9.-Arthur Craven, the young man who was shot by James levitt on June 25 for alleged undue intimacy with the latter's daughter, has died.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
suioide of n Newark CnnstahIe.

NEWARK, N. J., July 9.-Richard Gattler, who for eighteen years had been constable here, committed suicide at his home, No. fl Hunterdon street, by severing an artery He leaves a widow and four grown children.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
Still Another Firm Signs.

P1TTsBURG, July 9.-The Linden Steel and Iron company, at Hazelwood, have with drawn their notice of 10 per cent reduc- tion in wages and have attached their sigma ture to the Amalgamated association scale The firm employs about 400 men, members of the Amalgamated association and Knights of Labor.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
BY PRESS NEWS ASSOCIATION.
DESPERATE ATTEMPT TO ESCAPE. Jumped Through Car Window Into Del
 aware River.

aware River.
 NEW YORK, July 9.-The most desper- ate attempt at escape was made by Ludwlg Risch, murderer, who was brought to Jersey City from Texas on the 3:2O P. m. train on the Pennsylvania railroad Satur- day. The facts of the case have been kept quiet. The murderer was not manacled, and while crossing the Delaware river at Trenton he suddenly rose from his seat, broke the ear window and threw himself head first into the water. The train was stopped and Risen was dragged from the river unhurt and brought in to Jersey City. tug was at once chartered to convey the murderer aboard the steamship Werra which was pulling out into the stream. The crime for which Risch is wanted was committed at Grossen, Prussia, six years ago.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
His Long Run Ended.

NEW YORK, July 9,-The remains of Melvin Foster, the noted billiard player, were taken this morning to their last rest ing place at Cavendish, Vt.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
Death of a Prominent Minister.

BALTIMORE, July 8.-Rsv. John S. Martin, rector of St Paul's Methodist Episcopal church, and one of the most prominent minis ters of the Methodist Episcopal church south died yesterday, aged Q years.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
Carried Too Many PassenCerS.

BOSTON, July 9.-Lewis l. Hale, captain of the bark Sarah, was held by the dis trict court this morning in $2,OOO bail on the charge of bringing too many passen- gers from Fayall.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
She AcuuieSood.

"Oh, do not let the word be nay" The lover cried, in woe. "Au right, John Henry" she repied; "It sha'n't be nay, but mo-"
 -Harpers Bazar
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
Weather Indications

For Tuesday, slightly warmer, fair to partly cloudy weather, with southerly winds, followed by local rains.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
HOPE NOT YEt ABANDONED.
Peter Coffee's Attorney Will Appeal For
 a New Trial.

NEW HAVEN, July 9.-Judge Blyden burgh, attorney for Peter Coffee, who is serving life sentence for the murder ot Charles J. Way at Stony Creek, on May 15, 1887, and whose appeal for new trial has beer declined by the supreme court, will make one more effort in Cotfee's be- half by moving for new trial on the ground of newly discovered evidence.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
A Vacation Rest.

pumpsey-Heiio. Blpbson! Seems as though you were looking pretty poorly. Blobson-Yes, Pm tired to death. Dumpsey-Tired! You need vacation. Blobson-Just got back from one.-Bur- Gngtop Free Press.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
Smallpox in BufYalo.

BUFFALO, July 9--John Jackson died ot smallpox in this city. This Is the second cass in six years.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-09
He Is q Staycr.<

The June bug disappears in June The lightning bug in May. The skeeter takes his bonnet of
 And says: ''T'vc come to stay"