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Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
REUNION OF CLASSMATES.
Graduates of Ann arbor Form an
Omaha Alumni.

The graduates of Michigan university resi-
dent in Omaha, met last night at the Millard
hotel and formed what will in future be
known as the Omaha Alumni association of
the University of Michigan. About twenty
gentlemen We're present. Mr.. Howard Smith
presided and j. L. Weaver acted as sccre-
tary. The objects of the association will bc
purely social, and early in January next tho
first banquet of the alumni will be held, at
which the presence OF some leading member
of the faculty will be secured. The meeting
last nigh was a very pleasant affair, and the
means of bringing many old friends together.
The officers of the permanent organization
will consist of president, vice president, sec
retary and treasurer, together with an exec
utiye committee of three members, all of
which will be elected annually by the asso.
citation. The meeting adjourned subject TO
the call of the chairman.
Following are the names Of the gentlemen
present last night; Isaac Adams ~, l.. A.
Merriam '73, b. f.. GUNNER '69, Levi +. Me
Kenna 80, Hiram A. Sturgess 70, q. w.
Ambrose '63 j. l}. Shearcr 80, II. G. Walker
'6i, William Gillic 's6, T. l.. Weaver 'S6, l..
+. Crolort IS, II. ID. Wilson 81, Il. j. To)ley
80, J. w. Carr ~, j. Il. Davies 49, George
Fisher 80 Il, N. Sadler IA, q. w. Ayers II,
Howard b. Smith 20, G. Vince 81.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
THE REALTY MARKET.
INSTRUMENTS Placed on Record Dur
ing Yesterday.


ing Yes erday.
Correction of No. | of deeds filed yester.
day: III I3oehme and husband to ID
S blk a5. ta Omaha view extension, wd =. 10000
i Odwarker and wife to Mrs T. III Rob-
bins lot |, blk II, South Omaha wd..... 5000
Nj Il Hume, to II l. Gibson ct al all prop
esfyi MSrrtson Mttn ana wife to Iange n% OF
WI. of lot 10. blk l5, Improvement assn o-o
NJ + Anderson and wife 10 g i Fahs. lot
H. blk 20 South omaha, wd .,...,....... 800
w Bridges ct al to Pm Guerry, lot L.
blk ;, shriyer Place va ip;ii,iino.' ind oo'
4 of lot /. blk IL, and lots 5 and 9, blk II.
Patricks I'd ada wd d...................., 5000
Otto Lobeck and wife to l. Farmer, lot
9, Bonfeld, wd... .I..................:... GOO
lot To- Blk 4, Hoback s I'd add, wd. ..,..,, $500
Al PoppIeton and wife g A F Sheriff..
and i lots ! and = blk s. Sulphur coo
] n Wool@orth to 4 Sheriff.. unid u lots
! and =, blk 3. sulphur Springs add. W d 500
III Taylor and wife to William l. Moore,
G II Barker and wife TO Is RanKins lot
0, blk ], orchard Hill, W d. .::............ 300
G Estabrook ct al TO w Hawes. s u
lots and 2, blk 2, Catalpa Place ..-...... 40OO
G Il Barker and wife to u Johnson ma .,
lot O. blk .. orchard I'M, d ,.;.;.n..;;; $3.50
waInne SM1 HpI' '.' ~. o 200
O i,ousearen ' and wife to Z Hall, i0x6s ii
40 IL n of SO cor blk 100, Omaha. ....,... 1000
N Quick and wife 10 Streitz, o y lot IA,
and W a lot 16 blk 433. Grandview, w i
Armbrust to l. Delfs, pit lot q. Hascalrs ooo
ada Oklahoma, a.. '.'..........'..''' ooo
Eighteen transfers ...... ...,... ...... b.6 30l
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14

Throckmorton: He left the city and died a
few years afterwards, alone, ON his planta-
ton in Mississp far from friends and rela
tvcs.
After his death Ellen Goodwin grew weaker
and weaker. The strength which had borne
her up through all the years of her uneXam-
pied pursuit gave way. She wrote full his
tory OF her life for which Chicago publish
ing house offered her $4,000. She refused
the offer, saying the book should be buried
with her.
One day she went TO Cave Hill cemetery,
one OF the most beautiful burying grounds
IN the world Just outside Louisville and
told her sister, who had followed her through
all the dreary years with perfect devotion,
that in one particular spot she wished to be
buried, dressed as bride, with the book
containing all her trials and her wrongs upon
her breast. a week afterwards she was
laid 10 rest there, and little marble slab at
the head of the grave is all that tells the
story Of her most eventful life.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Legislators Hold Conference.

LINCOLN, Neb., Dec. 13.-lSpecial Tele-
gram to TILE BEE. IA dozen or more repre-
sentatves- elect held a conference at the
Capital hotel tonight, looking to the organ
ization of the house. Among the number
present were Corbm and Robb, of johnson
Dempster, of Fillmore; Rhodes and Berry,
of Pawnee; Williams, Gage; Majors, of
Nemaha, and Hall, of Lancaster. This select
body would not be caioled into supporting
Majors for speaker, although he had friend
or two in the council. The wiley Nemaha
statesman evidently found his match in the
quiet, unassuming gentleman from Fillmore.
He would stand no collusion with Mr..
Majors, and the meeting adjourned to an
other time, when, possibly, the rest of the
members-elect will have say as to who shall
be the speaker OF the house.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
FROM THE HAWKEYE STATE.
A Farmers Wife Meets With a Ter
rible Death BY Fire.
STEAMBOAT ENGINEERS FINED.
\ Serious Difference of Opinion
Among Physicians-The Insur-
ancc Mems Convcntion--Se-
organizing the Oranges.


WATERLOO, Ia, Dec. 18.-[Spccial Tele.
gram to THE BEE. Mrs. w. r. Palmer,
wife of a prominent farmer living two miles
south Of Fort Dodge while working near a
red hot stove, had her dress ignitcd, and be
fore assistance reached her was literally
roasted alive, dying after a few hours in
fearful agony. There was no one at home at
the time of the accident except six small
children, who were compelled TO witness
their mothers death without being able to
render effective assistance The children
also narrowly escaped the fate of their
mother the older ones being fcarGully
burned about the head and hands while try
ing to save their mother Owing to the iso-
lated character of the place the affair was
not made public until to-day.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
AT THE COLOSSEUM.
Unabated Interest in the Race
RearhsleY Growing Weak.


The great horse and bicycle race at the
Colosseum is increasing in interest every
hour. The crowd of yesterday afternoon ex-
ceeded that of any previous day, and the
crowd in the evening was veritable gain
Beardsley is evincing remarkable endurance
as long distance rider, but the strain is
rapidly telling on him, and if he lasts the six
days out it will be a wonder indeed. Yes
terday he suffered good DEAL his limbs
being black and blue from the hips down,
and he made his change in a
slow and dispirited manner. Once
astride his fiery broncho, however, he applied
whip and spur and rode as if his life was in
the balance. While 1t Is almost a foregone
conclusion that he is defeated man, the
bykers dare not relax III the pace they have
cut, or he will fool them in the end. Both
whcelmen, in lieu of having suffered any i'm
pairment of their energies. are in better con
dition than ever, and will oe enabled in the
final spurt to roll off the miles in a manner
that will make the equestrian sick. To-
days racing promises TO be of uncommon in
terest, as the redoubtable Beardsley says he
will pass his opponents or kill broncho or
two in the effort. Great crowds will assur-
cdly be in attendance to-day and tomorrow,
which will witness the close of this great
Stlllpplp
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Tbievipc Tramps Jailed.

BLUE SPRINGS, Neb., Dec. 13.-[Special to
The BEE. "A gang Of tramps have been
doing this city for the past few days, and con-
siderable property has been stolen here and
at Wymore. Tuesday three of them were
arrested, and coat and pair of shoes re-
covered. a pair of boots and number OF
overcoats have not been found. A hammer
and screw driver, stolen from the landlord
who was giving them a free lunch, were
picked up in the weeds where the rascals
were seen to throw them. After night in
the calaboose they were tried and convicted
of larceny and sentenced to pay fines, but
having no money they were sent to the county
iail. Several cellars in this vicinity have
been raided recently and robbed of canned
fruits and other provisions,
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
VALPARAISO Items.

VALPARAISO, Neb., Dec. 13,-[Special tc
THE BEE. The bank furniture and fixtures
of the defunct bank of Valparaiso was sold
to-day under attachment, John b. Wright OF
Lincoln being the purchaser. but the goods
We're Immediately replevned by d. X. Will
son, county sheriff, by order of George Buck,
county treasurer, to satisfy claim for $500
county funds placed IN Scovllc's hands.
Our watCrworks tank is to be raised upon
stone foundation. II has rested on the
ground since it's erection last spring and has
settled cut of shape, preventing its being
filed properly. The Lincoln planning Mill
company is doing the work.
Corn has been pouring in rapidly this
week. as the Scovlle elevator was opened
Monday morning by ID. M. Deane, and the
rivalry between the two elevators has
brought the price of corn up to % cents.
Work is progressing rapidly on the round
house and it will soon be completed.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Miss aladucrn,s Rccen;ion,

The members of the Omaha Press club
rendered an informal reception to Miss Min
ME Maddern last night at the Millard hotel
The members of the club met Miss Maddcrn
in the parlors at II O'Clock, where delight
full half hour was spent in social intercourse
after which the ladies and gentlemen
sat down to an elegant luncheon
There were no set lists OF
Gregory's skillfu management every lady
and gentleman present did turn" Mr. e.
G. Snyder proposed the health of Miss Mad
dern and her company in felctous terms,
which was responded to by Miss Maddern in
a few well chosen sentences. w. D. Carter,
W. G. Long, Tom Cotter, as well as several
members of the Maddern company, contrib
uted pleasant speeches. At l o'clock this
morning the guests separated, after singing
one stanza of "Auld Lange Syne." The
guests included Miss Maddern, Miss Bige-
low, Mr.. Davenport, Mr.. Miller aud others.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
The Wilcox Murder Case.

O'NEILL, Neb., Dec. 13.-T Special Tele-
gram to THE BEE.l-The Wilcox murder
case, which grew out of the accidental shoot
ing of Mrs. A. L. Wilcox last summer by her
husband. is now on trial here at this term of
court, which reconvened yesterday at 10
o'clock. 1t took about three hours to secure
jury, and the case then went to trial. About
twenty witnesses have already been eX-
amned, and there are quite number yet to
follow. Quite an interest is taken in the
case and the court house is crowded Judge
Powers, of Madison, is on the bench. W..
*. Allen, of Madison, is the only non-resi-
dent attorney in the case, aud he is helping
the defense The trial will probably occupy
several days vet.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
The Panama Canal Scheme Fails.

LONDON, Dec. l3.-A Paris dispatch TO the
Daily News says During another exciting
scene at the Panama company's office to day
on call for De Lesseps his son appeared.
He announced that only 10000 bonds had
been subscribed and that the company
would therefore commence returning de-
posits tomorrow. Referring to his fathers
remarks on the previous day, he said that
his remarks were made on the strength of a
hopeful report made to him. The result is
bankruptcy, or the winding up of the COM
pany. He urged them TO petition the gov
ernment TO come to the assistance of the
company.
PARIs, Dec 13.-The Panama Canal com
pany has issued note TO the press, stating
that the result of tine issue is unknown, but
giving no indication whether the minimum
number of bonds required has been sub
scribed
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14

WAsuINGToN, Dec. 13,-Postnaster Cen
cral Dickinson to-day said to an Associated
Press representative that within the last few
weeks he had received the designations of II
considerable number of presidential and
fourth class postmastcrs with request that
the republicans whom they name and recon-
mend be appointed in their places. He said
that no designations had been or would be
accepted that are made for the purpose of
forcstallng the action of the incoming ad-
minstration by the appointment of repub-
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14

SPRINGFIELD, ILL.,, Dec. l3.-Tho Central
Interstate Base Ball league held meeting
here to-day. Six cities were admitted, viz:
Springfield, Peoria, Quincy Davenport,
Terre Haute and Evansville. Henderson
Ridgeley, of Springfield, was elected presi-
dent of the league, and j. G.. Corbctu, of
Peoria, secretary. Another meeting will be
held on January 10, at Peoria, and two more
cities admitted Each club must deposit 5000
cash as n guaranty to play the season
through.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
A ouarrel Finds In suiclde.

PIrrsBUR0, Dec. l3.-Henry Landseldel, o
steel worker of Allegheny City, committed
suicide this morning aftsr futile attempt to
kill his wife The couple have not lived hap
pily together, and this morning they quar-
relied at breakfast.
Lapdseidel was prominently connected
with tho anarchists ia this section and had
still being alive.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14

day by Justice Mcdonald, who telegraphed
the superintendent of that institution of
the boys capture. The assistant superin-
tendent arrived here early Monday morning,
taking charge Of the boy and returning with
him to Kearuey over the B. S NJ, by way of
Hastings. Young Sebe has been in the in
dustrial school sixteen months and had only
about four months to remain there, but your
correspondent was Informed that he would
now have his fun sentence TO serve over,
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14

TOPEKA, Kan, Dec. 13 Especial Tclc-
gram to THE BEE. Colonel Watson of the
Omaha, Dodge City & Southern railroad, re.
turned to-day from Chicago. He is much
encouraged by the prospects for a road, and
SAYS the stockholders in Chicago are con
hdent that all the money necessary for build
ing the road will be forthcoming when re-
uuired The direction in which it is TO run
is much in its favor.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Collision on the N,Iwaukee

WABAsHA, Mimi, Dec. 13.-A collision oc-
Cured on the Chicago, Milwaukee & st.
Paul this morning between passenger train
going west and freight train. Brooks, the
head brakeman on the freight train, was
killed, and Conductor Mead, of the passenger
train, was fatally wounded. The engineer of
the freight Jraln was badly bruised.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Ruyinp I'm Certificates,

MASON CITY, Ia. Dec, ID Especial Telc-
gram to THE BEE. Capitalists in this city
are now investing heavily in buying up
Mason City & Fort Dodge railroad tax GER
tifcates, paying from to 10 per cent of their
valuation. 1t is understood that in all the
towns along the line certificates are being
bought in like manner Under the laws of
the state, certificates representing 500 en-
title the holder to one share of railroad stock.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Gcrmany's Colonial Policy.

BERLIN, Dec. 13-The Freissinige Zeitung
says; Prince Bismarck, in recent conver-
sation, declared that owing to the nation 5
pressure, Germany's colonial policy had
gone further than he desired. II was too
late, however, to think of drawing back
The enterprise would certainly entail great
lar advantage,
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Haytrs Consul General Removed.

New YoRK, Dec. 13.-The Haytien consul
general, Bassett, was formally removed
from Office this morning. Vice Consul Sin
gleton was promoted 10 the vacancy. Bassett
was not removed for any mistake he had
made, but simply because the new admins
tration wanted man in the position who
was thoroughly in sympathy with its pur-
poses,
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
The wilcox Trial Begun.

O'NEILL, Neb., Dec. 13.-[Special to THE
BEE. IA venire has been issued for forty
special jurors in the Wilcox case, and sub
pena for fully dozen witnesses ON the part
of the state was placed IN the hands OF the
sheriff, yesterday. Judge Powers arrived
Tuesday evening, aud Mr.. Allen, of Madison,
is here TO lead in the defense. Yesterday
was taken up in the selection OF jury and
the usual objections TO tho information, and
evidence is being introduced to-day.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Long Pine Chautauaua.

LoNo PINE, Neb., Dec. 18-[Special to
THE BEE. 1.-THE executive board of the
Long Pine Chautauqua held its annual meet
ing to-day, and enlarged plans for the next
assembly were adopted. The last assembly
was such a marked success that the board is
warranted in preparing for a much greater
success next year. The society, by unani-
mous vote, reelected Rev. George w. Mar
tin, of Fullerton, as president for another
year. Rev. DIR. Evans, of Onarga, ILL.,, is
superintendent.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Bad News of Stanley.

LONDON, Dec. l3-Tho Standard says that
it has reason to believe that the letter re-
ceivcd at Suakim from Osman Digna stated
that the mahdis troops have at length been
successful, and that Emin had held out
bravely, but his men mutined and delivered
him with white traveller, supposed to be
Stanley, to the mahds leader. Digna sends
proof tending to support the truth of his
assertions
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
AMERICAN SCHOONER LOST.
The T. a. Lambert Abandoned in n
sinking Condition,

GBnNLTNR, Dec. II. Special Telegram to
The BEE. The 7. a. Lambert ain Amer
lean schooner, was abandoned in a sinking
condition on November 2S, in latitude SO
north, longitude 80 west The crew were
taken off by the Glcadowc, British steamer,
and landed here. Michael Kennedy, sea.
man, was Killed by a falling mast.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
County Court.

Freeman p. Krkcndall ct al have filed
suit against Magnus Webber in an action to
recover horse and carriage valued at $50
and damages to the extent $50.
In the case of Lerchc VS. WALTZ to recover
payment on promissory note to the extent of
s34?, Judgment was rendered the plaintiff for
that amount
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
The Grangers.

DEs MONIES, Ia, Dec. l3.-[Special Tel
cgram to THE BEE. After holding three
sessions to-day the state grange, patrons of
husbandry, closed its annual meeting The
sessions were devoted chiefly to routine bust
ness, hearing reports of committees and dis
cussing the best methods of cooperation
There are about one hundred lodges now in
made to increase the number very largely
during the next year.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Another Railroad Rumor.

MILWAUKEE, Dec. l3-A special from
Stevens Point says that the master car
builder of the Wisconsin Central line has re-
ceived orders to mark all cars repaired or re,
built "Nothern Pacific instead of "Wiscon.
sin Central" This is taken as sign that
the Northern Pacific company is to absorb
the Wisconsin Central system. AS the rail /,
road officials were out of the city, nothing
definite could be learned.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
State Grange Adiourns.

HASTINGS, Neb., Dec. i3.- Special Tele-
gram to THE BEE. The State Grange con-
cluded its third annual session in this city at
late hour tonight The attendance has
been good and considerable interest mani
tested. A resolution was adopted urging the
appointment of farm secretary to the state
board of transportation. New officers were
elected this afternoon and installed tonight.
o. f. Hall, Pawnee City, continues at the
head of the Grange, and L. G. Root, In
QInnola, is ScCretarN.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Army Cmcers Promoted.

WASHINGTON Dec l3-The death of Major
Edward r. Spaulding, Fourth cavalry, will
cause the following promotions: Captain
Michael Cooney, Ninth cavalry, to major of
the Fourth cavalry; First Lieutenant Joseph
Garrard, Ninth cavalry, to captain; Second
Lieutenant Alfred b. Jackson, Ninth cav
airy, to first lieutenant.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Two New POsttuasters.

WASHINGTON, Dee ID Special Telegram
to THE BEE. William II. Campbell has been
appointed postmaster at Brainard, Butler
county, Neb., vice Joseph W. Mengel re-
signed, and Charles Opugan at Masonvile,
Delaware county, Ia, vice Thomas Gordon,
resigned.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
FstnI Fire ar Providence.

PROVIDENCE, II. l., Dec. 13.-This morning
a fire occurred in William Sweeneys mat
tress and furniture shop in consequence of
which two, and probably three, persons will
lose their lives.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Rear Admira, heroy's ODscouies.

New York, Dec. l3.-Thc funeral of the
late Rear Admiral Leroy, who died Monday,
took place to-day from The Little Church
Around the Corner'' DIR. Houghton Off
ciated. At the conclusion of the service the
remains We're taken to Tarrytown for inter
ment in Sleepy Hollow cemetery.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Chinese Pirates Shot.

PARIS, Dec, 13.-The French have broken
up a band of Chinese pirates at Bacntink,
Tonkn. Eleven of the captured pirates
were shot and a portion of the town de-
stroyed by fire.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Arrrstpd For mbpzylafnpnt

CHICAGO, Dec. BIB. Rosenberger of
Fond du Lac, Wis, was arrested tonight on
a capias sworn by the Morden Switch and
Frog company, charging HIM with having
defrauded the company of 81 900.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
a WARM SOUTHERN WELCOME
VIII BE Extended to All Northern ers
of Energy and Enterprise.

MONTGOMERY, Ala, Dec. 13-The South
ern Industrial Immigration convention as
sembled this morning in the hall where a
little more than u quarter of a century ago,
the coniedcracy was organized To-day the
representatives of every southern state, in
cludng New Mexico and Arizona, adopted
what they believe to be a practical
plan for inducing northern people
to come and make themselves vel
come in all parts of the south. The
committee selected for the purpose of draft.
ing plan of organization looking toward the
formation of a permanent southern inter
state immigration bureau for the purpose Of
securing added population and capital for
the southern states and territories, reported,
recommending that there be selected an exc
Cutivc committee, to consist OF one member
from each state and territory; that commit
tee shall select general manager and that
general manager shall constitute the inter-
state immigration bureau. resolution was
adopted declaring that the south needed I'M
migration--mcn who are capable of prOduc-
ing something in addition to their immediate
necessity, and who Will add to
the intrinsic value of her lands and other
property by cultivating and improving them;
that the south wants more mechanics. more
laborers, and men who have energy and
enterprise, TO utilize and develop her Won
dcrful natural resources: who will build and
maintain factories and mills; manufacture
and handle her enormous and diversified
products, build railroads, improve her inn
mCnsc water power, and develop her mineral
resources. The executive committee of the
Interstate bureau was instructed to call
they may deem best. The convention then
adjourned sine die.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Bisbop Wclles, Successor.

MILWAUKEE, Dec. 13,--The Episcopal con-
vention of the diocese of Milwaukee re-
sumed its sitting this morning. No sue
cessor to the late Bishop Welles has been
chosen
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
A Reform school Pruant Caught.

MoCooL JUNCTION, Neb., Dec. l3.-
Especial to The ZEE. DAVID Bebe, an in
mate OF the state Industrial school, who es-
capped from that institution recently, was
captured in box car W this place last sun
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14

DUBUQUE, Ia, Dec 13-Two river steam
boat engineers were to-day each sentenced
to 5000 fine and Imprisonment for six months,
in the United States district court, for weight
ing and obstructing the safety valve on the
steamer Lady Grace.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
A Grand Army Post Suspended.

CHICAGO, Dec. l3.-llllnols Department
Commander Sexton has suspended Chicago
Post, No. 7, g. A. r., from the organization.
The suspended post was charged with hay
ing made unnecessary and Illegal collections
of money.
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14

DEs MONIES, Ia, Dec. 13,-ISpecial Tcle-
gram to The BEE. The state board of
health to-day received an earnest request
from the citizens of Dows to step in and
settle dispute that had arisen there be.
tween their local physicians as to whether
they had scarlet fever or diphthera, or what
Omaha daily bee., 1888-12-14
Fatal Boiler ExDjOsion

MONTGOMERY, Ala, Dec, l3,-The boiler at
Wilcox's steam mill near Evergreen ex-
ploded yesterday, killing four men and
wouuding several.