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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
New Jerseys Legislature.

TRENTON, Jan. Ex-Governor Green sent in the nominations to the senate last night o1 Job H. Lippincott for law judge and Charles l. Winfield for prosecutor of Hudson county Both are reappointments. It is the general impression that the governor will to-day seno in the nomination of Charles Grant Garrison, of Camden, for justice of the supreme court, 70 ill the vacancy caused by the death of Joe Parker. MT. Goble, of Ocean county, intro luced local option bill in the house last night, which, it is believed, will be passed by both houses An unusual dulness prevails in le ,islative circles, and it is an indication of short session, the opinion prevailing that a sine die adjournment will occur the first week in March, thus making one of the briefest sittings on record
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
rnc lsensIinr strike.

NEW YORK, Jan 17-Private dispatches rom Philadelphia this morning quote a Reading official as saying: There is no probability of settlement of the trouble, nut there is, nevertheless, strong feeling among those interested that it will be end ed in IS hours
 ,fHILADELPHIA, Pa, Jan 11.-Anderson' s rsAolution, which was introduced in Con- gress. enquiring into the cause of the fail ure of the Reading Road to fulfill public obligations, is regarded as favorable sign hy the strikers. A scarcity of coal con tinues
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
1t Was a Farmers "Fale."

NORTH ADAMS, Mass, Jan. 1.-The latest eports from the Hancock shooting affair prove that it was not as serious as was at first thought. A reporter visited the scene yester- lay, and found that, while the Brockaways attempted to clean out Sweet, and that Miss Brockaway had cut her throat, no shooting occurred, and the younger Brockaway and Sweet were not injured, and while the condi- tion of the girl is critical it is thought she will recover The town where the affair ec- cured has no telephone, telegraph or rail- road connection, and the statement of far ner was taken regarding the affair.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
In the French Chamber.

PARIS, Jan. 17.-In the chamber of depu- Sies yesterday M. Sarrien, minister of the in 5erior, refuted the charges made against the municipal council, that they were guilty O. organizing revolt against the government
 turing the recent crisis at the election O., President Carnot. He said that the govern nent had decided to impose upon the counci jhe duty of providing residence at Hotel d, Vile for the prefect of the Seine, and inti mated that special bill would be promotec
 or the installing of the prefect. Premier rirard repudiated the suggestion that tht ministry has formed an alliance with tht members of the Right. The government wished to stand, he said, only by the suppor ,f Republican majority. M. Tirard saie hat the action of the municipal council might .ustify the dissolution of that body, but tn. Iuieter policy would be to install the prefeci % watch over and keep order in Paris. A notion implying confidence in the govern nent was carried by vote of 265 to IFS.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
An Aged Couple Drugged and RoEbea

READING, Pa., Jan. 17.-Thomas Johnson. an aged farmer, and his wife, were found yes 5ortlay morning at their home at Lionville, Chester county, unconscious from drugs ap- ,.ied by a thief. On Friday stranger drove to Johnson's house. MT. Johnson complained ,f his eyes and the stranger prescribed a otion and mixed it. He represented himself ,s friend of Dr. Prizer, of the village After applying the lotion the stranger demanded ee of s, and Farmer Johnson went up stairs .fter the money. He was followed by the tranger, who robbed him of a large sum. rhe two aged people are still unconscious and he exact amount of money stolen could not oo ascertained
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
THE TRADE BULLETIN.
New York Money and Produce Marke
 Quotations.

NEW YORK, Jan. 16.-Money closed at pe cent. The highest rate was 4JS and the lowe 31a. Exchange closed quiet at 4.S41504S7; actua rates, 4.S331G4Si14 for sixty days and 1. 4.S6Ia al 4SG34 for demand. Governments closed stead, currency 6s, 1aoIs bid; 4s, coup, 1a6ss bid IIs. do., 10SI4 bid.
 Pacific railroad bonds closed as follows: Unio frsts, 113G11o; Union land grants, 1n3@ 1c Union sinking funds, 116G1l9; Centrals, 113G1II.
 The opening prices this morning were Is to , per cent higher than they closed last night, an they continued at that range throughout t. morning. Burlington and Quincy was especali strong, and advanced l per cent. Reading, Sr Paul. and Western Union were the most activ stocks, the sales in them aggregating over : per cent of the whole mornings business Iii market was excessively dull after midday, bu prices for most stocks remained firm to the close The closing prices showed irregular change part of the list being slightly higher and other lower to a similar extent.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Florida Free from Fever.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla, Jan. 1.-The mayors of Sanford and Tampa, the president of tue Florida Health Protective association and hun lreds of citizens from all parts of the state nave telegraphed The News-Herald asking it 70 deny the report sent out from this state that yellow fever existed in Tampa and San .ord. There has not been case of yellow lever in this state for two months. All quar- lntines and restrictions have long since been abandoned as unnecessary, and business has been resumed in all it's details The state is crowded with tourists, who can testify to the facts here stated
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Crashed Into a Stone.

PRINCETON, N. J., Jan. 1.-The Pennsyl vania lightning train from New York, south bound, last night at Princeton junction crashed into big stone weighing several ons that was lying on the side of the rails, md tore off all the steps on ono side of the ,ntire train and badly damaged Pullman ,ar, which had its springs displaced The passengers were given violent shaking up. Trains, passengers and mails were greatly de layed by the accident. The huge stone fell from stone train a short time previous
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
\ New Anti-socialist Bill.

BERLIN, Jan 1.-The Anti-Socialist bil submitted to the reichstag provides that al offenders shall be expatriated or suffer tota oss of citizenship, according to their offense his new measure agains5 Socialists has beei introduced because it has frequently happened Il cases where men have been expelled iron )ne district, they have resumed the agitation # their doctrines ill places which were before unaffected by the propaganda The bill pro sides that the punishment of repatriation shal ,nly be enforced when qualified magistrate declares that it is admissible.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
The PennsYlVania Primaries.

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 17.-In the Democratic primaries held in this city last night for dele sates to the conventions which will elect dele gates to the state convention where the na- .ional convention delegates will be chosen, the ,itterest fights were in the Fourth Fifth, and first congressional district. MT. Randall car jed his own district, the Third, but the First and Fifth were claimed by the enemy. The 'econd district went anti-Randall, and the 'ourth district is very close, and there will be many contests. It is probable that MT. Ran lall is beaten in all of the five congressional districts in this city except his own There is 10 reliable news from the primaries in the tate outsi 1e of the city.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
In the National House.

WASHINGTON, Jan 17.-Mr. Anderson, of tl,naas, offered in the house yesterday after mon resolution directing the committee op commerce to investigate the extent, causes md effect upon interstate commerce of the continued failure by the Reading Railroac company to transport such interstate traffic md report to the house, by bill or otherwise or consideration at any time, such legislation IS is necessary to secure to the public the egular and complete execution by railroad 0: it's obligations and services as common carrier of interstate commerce
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Carlisle a very Sick Man.

WASHINGTON Jan 11.-2 P. m--Chair man Mills. who has just come from Speak CT Carlisle's room at the Hotel Franklyn. admits his alarm. He says MT. Carlisle is a very sick man, so much that he is not willing to think or say how sick he is.
 WASHINGTON, Jan l7.-3p. m--Speaker Carlisle is slightly improved but not able to resume work for some time Cox of New York has been elected speaker pro tenn of the house
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Two Cars Fall Ninety Feet.

PITTsBURG, Jan. IA freight train on the Pittsburg, Cincinnati and St. Louis railroad crossing the high bridge at Temperanoaville station just inside the city limits, eight freight cars left the track from a supposed spcmc rail. Two cars fell to the street, ninety fee below, and were smashed to splinters. Qao man, a railroad employe, name unknovn, in the caboose, was instantly killed and another seriously injured
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
LATEST TELEGRAPH.
 From PRE-s NEws ASSOCIATION.
THE PACIFIC RAILROADS.
The President Recommends to Congres.
 the Funding of the Debt.

WASHINGTON Jan 1.-The President sent in the report of the Pacific railroad commission to the House and Senate at 1 o'clock this afternoon. He accompanies 1t with long message saying that it is clear that railroad companies cannot now pay their indebtedness and that an at- tempt to foreclose and take possession of the road would be of doubtful policy. He therefore advises that the recommenda- tions of the majority of the commission for the funding of the debt be followed by Congress, provided the roads themselves will accept the plan.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
The Lowrey-white Election Case.

WAsHINGToN, Jan. 17.-Ex-Representat William H. Calkins, of Indianapolis, has ar- rived here to appear before the house commit tee on elections for MT. White in the Lowrey- White contested election from the Twelfth Indiana district. Mir. Calkius was chairman of the committee ill the Forty-seventh con- gress. He expects decision in the case by the middle of the week, and that it will come before the house some time next week for final disposition
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Providing for His Wards.

MERIDEN, Conn.,, Jan. 1.-The late Samuel J. Curtis left $75o,O0O to tho Curtis Home for old Women and Orphans, which he founded and maintained. The remainder of his estate
 # S1,0O0,0OO goes to relatives and minor .harities. The gift to the home is in excess J what can be used by it unless it's scope is 9 ilarged. The trustees are investigating as to whether they have power to make the de-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
The Murderers of MT. Weeks.

NEW YORK, Jan. 17.-Inspector Byrnet nen arrested on Friday three sneak thieveA who of the gang that Greenwald and Butch" Miller belonged to before they were lrrested for killing MT. Weeks in Brooklyn One of them, also named Miller, has told the Inspector that Greenwald and ''Butch' are certainly the murderers of the Brooklynite He also says that the prisoners made an agree nent, after arrest, by which he who was con 7icted first should proclaim from the scaffold, f the punishment went so far, that the other xas entirely guiltless of the crime. Green 1ald has already been convicted of murder in the first degree.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Extending the Suffrage.

TACOMA, W. T., Jan. TIA bill passed the lower branch of the legislature at Olynl plia yesterday comforting suffrage on women by a vote of IA to 9 The same bill passed the upper council last week by a vote of s to g. It now goes to the governor for his approval A law was passed in 1883 giving women the right to vote, but was declared invalid by the territorial supreme court last February, on the ground that it's title was defective. The bill excludes women from jury service.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Crazed by the Brooklyn Theatre Fire,

NEW YORK, Jan. T.-Frank Berry, who has been wandering about the country, re gently returned to his fathers house in Brook lyn in rags. He was pronounced insane yes- terday and was sent to the County asylum. At the time of the fatal fire in the Brooklyn theatre in 1876 he was with his parents in the building. His father went out between the acts and did not return, and his mother was burned to death. The boy escaped, but does not know how. He has acted strangely ever since
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
To Determine the Boundary.

TRENTON, Jan. 1i.-m the legislature yes terday the senate passed a concurrent resolu- tion relative to the determining the boundary line between New York and New JeTse--. a,.t. asking the secretary of the navy to aspoini Lieut. G. C. Hanus of the navy dS s-tt 3iept, as commissioner to act with the ceI.nnission- CTS in behalf of New Jersey
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
An Actress Burned to Death.

SrEUBENvILLE, O., Jan. 7.-Fire at 5 o'clock last evening destroyed the Comique theatre and completely gutted the Commercial hotel adjoining. Annie Hindman, an actress, of Pittsburg, whose stage name was Annie Devoy, was burned to death. A number of actors and actresses made narrow escapes from the hotel, some by jumping from the second and third story windows, and others by going down on ropes There were few minor casualties
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Another Serious Coasting Accident

HAvERHILL, Mass, Jan 17.-A double rum ner sled containing thirteen boys, while de scending hill last night dashed into coal wagon All the boys were thrown off and hurt seven being severely injured, namely: Charles Emerson, hurt internally and legs broken; not expected to live. Willie Blindell, leg and arm broken L. Trenbly, knee pan dislocated. Fred Provost, leg broken. J. Mays, internal injuries. M. Maloney, leg broken. - Bouseau, internal injuries.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
The o,Rrien.su1,ivan Recention

LONDON, Jan. 1.-The demonstration to be made here by the friends of Mir. William O'Brien and Mr. Timothy Sullivan, when they are released from prison and return to parliament, will be limited to banquet, n. Mir. O'Brien's health will not permit him to participate in open air receptions. His physi- cians advise Mir. O'Brien to spend a season il some warmer climate.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
A Human Brute.

FALL RIVER, Mass, Jan. ri.-Michael JBrien, aged 35, living on Poeasset street, in this city, went to his home yesterday and
 aaircled with his wife, During the fracas
 kicked her severely in the abdomen and sic became unconscious A physician says oaat the woman will die. .O'Brin has been arrested He states that his wife had been drinking; but tho dfiicers deny tfe statement.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
The Pope and Ireland.

PARIS, Jan. 1.-The Univers has dispatch rom Rome, which says that England will ac- cept in principle the pope's mediation in re gard to Ireland, based upon Mgr. Persico' report. The pope demands a moderate hom, rule, and advises the Conservatives to talk, the wind out of MT. Gladstone's sails by adopting his programme, with the support ol the Irish clergy.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
An Anneal Taken,

TRENTON, N. J., Jan. 1.-The case of the state against the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad company has been appealed to the United States supreme court, where the question of the right of congress to grant the privilege of building the bridge over the Staten Island sound will be considered. The appeal was filed by Attorney General Stockton on behalf of fl,oc af
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
The Striking Girl spinner.

NEWARK, N. J., Jan. 1.-The cotton e partment of Clark's thread works was cblige to close yesterday, owing to the strike of tl girl spinners. Eight hundred persons ar. now on strike or shut out.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
..rrox .Iobr- c.ts Ton y,... ..

ALBANY, N. Y., Jan. 11.-John l. ,-o..s alias '.Troy John," an all round crceI a.., forger, was yesterday sentenced lF i,:6 ;, Mayham to ten years at Clinton pris-l so forging check of Hudson lN M firm.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
4 Concise Rcasun.

Inquiring Father-wnat rse like ter know. yo' onery child, is how yo's ablc ter smock cigahs when yo' ole ladder kin only sInoak his Tdpei" 2 Forward Son-rsc aint got no chirn to uppo't'-Judga
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Bunnie's Money.

NEW YORK, Jan. 1i.-Judgrc,.t for >+s'', 1S2 was entered yesterday against Fir. Cl..r'e Arbuckle, the coffee merchant, in ril.-. .s-ic, of the verdict of the jury in the suit fc. hreGcl of promise brought by Miss Clara CasI;'seI-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Col. Grant Declines.

NEW YORK, Jan. 17.-Col. Frederick D. Grant spent few minutes in the Republican club headquarters last night. Hesaid that Ee had received yesterday afternoon an offer ct tie place of quarantine commissioner from Governor Hill, but had sent the governor 8 letter declining to accept it.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
No Foreign Infected Pork.

WASHINGTON, Jan. 1.-The collector -oi customs of New York has been instructed to prevent the landing of consignment g of pork Thingvalla Dec a1. This notice is based on Information that ap epAis@is pgeyt " ttss aamong MGs mrrktYbns of USnInAfk hnd Eweeden.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
The MiIy German Chancellor.

LONDON, Jan. T.-Word comes from Buda. pest that intense excitement is felt in officia circles over a new mistrust of Bismarck Hungarian statesmen suspect the German chancellor of playing double game, and thai while he professes to be working for the com .non good of the Austro-German alliance he IS carefully exercising his diplomatic skill fol the exclusive benefit of Germany. We shal probably hear more of this
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17

DOVER, N. H., Jan. 17.--There, was sur- rise yesterday at the annual meeting of the tockholders of the Dover Street Railway company. Mir Mary E. 6. H. Dow, a wealthy resident and 9 leading advocate of Wolnen's rights, Was elected president of the company and her husband was elected treas nljr. She is the first woman ever chosen to ,Ql snth a rohition.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17

More Wholesale Eviction in Ireland.
 MITcHELLsTowN, Jan 17.-Notices of 12c essectments have been posted on the Kingston estates against those who have adopted the plan of campaign, and who cleared thei farms of seizable stock
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Must Die on the GaIlows.

ALBANY, N. Y.. Jan 1.-The Court of Appeals to-day affirmed the decision of the ewer courts in the case of Beckwith, the Columbia County murderer, who has had iour trials. The decision is final and the ieath sentence will be again imposed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
safe for Fifteen Years.

PITTsFIELD, Mass, Jan. 17.-Michael o'Cor nor, the burglar who escaped from Lerc a. was recaptured in New York, was yesterd; sentenced on three indictments to fifteen yea. in the state prison.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
The Famous snow-Auey Case,

DEDHAM, Mass, Jan It. The famous Snow-Alley case began here to-day. Bob ingersoll appears for Alley. Snow tries to recover the value of postal telegraph bonds worth S150,0O0. Two previous juries disa- greed and another gave verdict of S102,-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
s,idd1etown.s City Election.

MIDpLETowN, Conn.,, Jan. 1.-The Repul icans yesterday elected Charles R. Lewis . mayor by seven plurality. They also elect the collector, assessor, and majority of ti common council.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Weather Indications.

For Wednesday, in New Jersey, easter New York, eastern Pennsylvania, and in Ne England, partly cloudy, warmer weather an easterly to southerly winds, with snow CT raj. near the coasts.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Victim of a Coasting Accident.

HAvERHILL, Mass, Jan 17.-Chss V. Emerson, who was injured yesterday while casting, died this morning.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17

HAvERHILL, Mass, Jan 17.-John Mad len, the fourteenth victim of the Bradford disaster, who was injured at the tank iouse, died in the hospital this morning. tie belonged in Bradford and leaves wife and four children.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Eorrcrs on Trial.

NEW HAVEN, Conn, Jan 17.-Chnton Williams and Frank Wentworth were ar eanged in the County Court this morning sn charge of passing forged checks. Will iams is bigamist who has four wives.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Al weu-known New Enrlander pead

NEWPORT, R. l., January 17.-Edward Lewis Livingstone of New York died at lis residence here last night. He was well lnown in social circles ill New England
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Germany's GoyernmentaI Finances.

Wefnlahys UOVeTHne1taI TIilthces'
 BERLIN, Jan. 1.-The financial estimates for 1888 and 1SSS9 have been submitted The receipts and expenses balance at 1,410, FPS, ,92l marks. A new item of 20,OO0,OOO marks Ina. been inserted in the estimates for commercial cahp
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17

DOVER, N. H., Jan. 17.-Mrs Lizzie $ Rowe, of Portland, Me, who was badly shake up in the Bradford railroad accident, critically ill., and probably dying of concrs sion of the brain.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
Fire i'm woonsocket.

WooNsocKET, R. l.. Jan 1.-The Harris hill was burned this morning Loss esti- mated S100,000.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
ro Organize a National Bar Association

WASHINGTON, Jan IA Meeting of the awyers of the country for the purpose of rganizing a National Bar Association has 1een called to be held here May %
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
"rhen and Not Till Then.

CLEVELAND, Jan. 17.--Mrs. Josephine Anon, who is locked up for contempt of court in refusing to reveal the whereabouts of Josie Blann, has had her cell fitted up for ong stay, says she is in excellent spirits, and till causes discomfort to the judges Sheri6 Sawyer publicly dubs her crank, and she questions his ability to judge mentality, hay Ing so little of his own. Mrs Ammon is very indignant over the charge that she is after the 3lann woman's money, and hits very hard at Ter accusers. Her latest manifesto says: s'I lm here to protect hunted Josie Blann and I will do it and rot in this jail before I violate he principle that brought me here. When Judge White displaces old man Tilden (the present probate judge) will find Josie Blann, md let White pass upon her sanity, but not till then will she be found /"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-01-17
BURIED UNDER THE WRECK.
| Mistake of Train Dispatchers Leads t
 Collision and Death.

4 Mistake of Train Dispatchers Leads to
 Collision and Death.
 OTTUMWA, Ia., Jan 1.-The Wabash pas. senger train from Des Moines and water train of the Ottumwa and Kirkville road col lided four miles west of here Sunday night Both roads run their trains over the Rock island track from here to CoInstock, eight niles west. The collision occurred on a sharL curve where the track runs close to the river and around high bluff. The night was frosty and the engineers could see only short distance ahead. The trains were running at full speed when they collided. The engines were completely demolished. The Wabash baggage car was derailed and also four of 5he Ottumwa and KiTkville cars H. E. Peck, the Wabash engineer, jumped and escaped with slight sprain. His fireman was scalded to death. George Miller and Isaac Buddenstein, engineer and fireman ot 5he other train, were killed and buried under the wreck. Several persons were badly, but lot fatally hurt. The collision was caused by ] mistake of the Rock Island train dispatcher.