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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
The Trial of Mart ha Johnson.

HOLLAND CENTRE, Conn.,, Dec. 12-The trial of Martha Johnson, for the murder of her husband, began in earnest yesterday morning. The cold, drizzling rain failed to diminish the crowd one whit, and all day long the little court room contained an eager, surging audience It was nearly 10 o'clock when Judge Andrews mounted the bench and the prisoner dropped wearily into a chair. She resorted to the same tactics of indifference practised the day before, but, as the trial proceeded and the testimony de- veloped, her desire to cover her face became a burning passion. She was accompanied in court by her sister, Mrs Cross, and her twp sons, the only persons whom she can call her friends. One of the sons came in while 9
 witness was on the stand and embraced and kissed his mother, who made an effort to look blank
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
Governor Hill,s Inauguration.

ALBANY, Dec 12-At the request of Mayor Maher and other citizens of Albany, Gov ernor Hill has consented to have public in- auguration on New Years day, and will ac- cept the escort of the Albany military and other organizations which have rendered their services. The mayor has appointed 8 committee of eight prominent citizens, repre- senting both political parties, who will have sole charge of the inauguration procession and ceremonies. Brig. Gen. Amasa Parker, Jr., has been appointed chief marshal There will be procession and an inaugural ad- dress by Governor Hill at the capitol
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
Too Many Foreign Flags.

CLEVELAND, O., Dec, 12.-The new central viaduct, an immense iron structure connect Ing the south side. a suburb, with the busi- ness portion of the city, was formally dedi- cated yesterday. The viaduct is 101 feet in height and about three-quarters of mile in length. The structure had been decorated in honor of the event. The decorations con- sisted of flags and festoons of evergreens. The flags of foreign nations predominated. there being sixty-seven of them, and twenty American flags. This caused the utmost ex- citement, and greatly enraged many citizens. Members of the Grand Army of the Republic refused to march until some change was made. As soon as the city officials heard of the matter the foreign flags were removed at once E
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
General Markets.

NEW YORK, Dec. 11.-FLOUR-Closed slow at unchanged prices; fine grades of winter, $2.75 @3.1O; do spring, $2.3O@3; superine winter, S3.25@3.65; do. spring, S3Gb350; extra No. 2 spring and winter Ss.5O94; city mill extras, S5 @5.35, for West Indies. Southern flour closed steady; trade and family brands, $4.1O@6
 WHEAT-Options were moderately active and irregular In the morning dealings the tone was strong and prices advanced sharply, but after midday the Advance was wholly lost, prices clos ing ss011sc. below yesterdays prices Spot lots closed quiet and steady. Spot sales of No. red at S11O01.12 extra red, $1. 10; No. red, $1 0416 @1054; No. white, S1 .05@1 .06 state white, $105 @1O6; No. 2 red winter, Dec, S1.O434; do., Jan, S1.0594: do., Feb, S1.0714; do., March, S1.os34.
 CORN-Qptions were dull and heavy, closing 13 @5sc. lower. Spot lots closed weak and lower, Spot sales of No. mixed at 46160471Ic.; No, ? white state, 471ac.; rejected, 371ao.; No. mixed, Dec, 4614c.; do., Jan., 461Sc.i do Feb, 463sc. :; do, March, 461sc.
 OATS-Options were quiet, and closed at Q slight decline, Spot lots closed A@11c, lower. Spot sales of No. white state at 41o. No. do, s5c; No. mixed, &C.,; Mo- 3 do., S11s@S114c. i; No. 2 mixed, Jan, S11ac,; do., Feh., s214c.; No. 9 white, Jan,, 35c. do,, Feb, 35aic.2
 RYE-Dull.
 BARLEY-Nominal
 PORK-Dull; now mess, S14.75015.a5.
 LARD-Closed duh and weak; Dec, $S.400 S42; Jan., $S2GQl828
 BUTTER-Dull and unchanged; eastern cream cry, 32034c; western do., 30033c.
 CHEESE-Steady; New York factory cheddar, 1134012c.; western fiat, 101S011c,
 EGGS-Dull and unsettled; fresh eastern fiEsts, 24D24lsc; Canadian firsts d1es16c.; western firsts, 23023lsc.
 SUGAR-Raw firm, but dull; fair refining, 514c. Refined weak, but unchanged; cut loaf and crushed, s14c.; cubes, 71a075sc; powdered, 7ssc.; granulated, f1407ssc.; confectioners' A. 74c.; white extra c, 61sD6 9-l6c.; extra c, 61606ssc.; c, 13-1605 15-16c.; yellow, 9.165 ll-l6c.
 COTTON-Spot closed dull; niddlng uplands, Qzkc
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
A Yulu;s SnufP Rox.

The ice of ceremony being thus broken, the sociable barbarians became quite friendly, and displayed for our admiration their weapons and ornaments of which they are evidently very proud. I notice that every man wears at his neck large rounl pebble, very neatly hollowed out with no better inn plement than the point of spear; and this, am told, is used to hold snuff, which is'quite passion with the Zulus. who often halt to take pinch, even in the heat of battle. But the bone spoon with which the snuff is taken is stuck through their woolly hair, these simple children of nature having no pocket in which to carry it.-David Ker in The Cosmopolitan.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
A Valuable Talking Bird,

''There is but one bird," says q dealer, "dealt in by the regular trader which brings higher price than the talking parrot, and that is the mino bird. This bird belongs to the starling family, and when at homo lives in Java, Sumatra, and other East Indian places It is very hard to capture, as it haunts the jungles and keeps in tho tops of the trees. The mino bird is a plump little fellow, about ten inches long, and has a black iridescent plumage. It is easily domesti- cated, and can be taught to initiate the hu- man voice moro nearly than can even the parrot. have received as high as s400 for one of these birds, and they have sold for even more. ."-New York Press
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
Terrors for Our Harbors.

WAsHINGToN, Dec. 12-The ordnance bureau of the war department will, in a few days, advertise for proposals to furnish nine was appropriated in this years army appro- priation bill. The department proposes to procure one s-inch and eight 15-inch guns for harbor defense Two each of the large guns will be mounted at San Francisco harbor, Boston harbor, Fort Schuyler, near Willet's Point, and at Sandy Hook, The s-inch gun will also be mounted at Sandy Hook The companies operating Capt, Zalinskis pneu- matic gun and the Graydon torpedo thrower will very probably be the only competitors for furnishing these comparatively new and terrible weapons for coast and harbor defense
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
MT. Ingalls, Denial.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 12.-Senator Ingalls, made long statement concerning the charge of Mrs. Whitney that he had circulated stories of domestic infelicity at the White House. Mir. Ingalls, made a denial of this charge through the United Press on Satur- day last In the course of his statement he pays warm tribute to Mrs. Cleveland and then says: "When it becomes necessary for a husband to obtain certificate of good moral character and then prove by the testimony of experts that he is faithful, considerate and tender toward a young, lovely and affection: ate wife, he may be innocent, but he certainly is unfortunate
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
par. springer win stick to His Bill.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 12.-Mr sAringer, chairman of the house committee on terri tories, said that he would not surrender his position on the Dakota question, and would insist upon the adoption of his omnibus bill if anything was done at this session upon the statehood matter He refuses to permit the division of Dakota under any condition, holding that it is national question, which the people of the territory should not alone be permitted to determine, even by popular vote. Mir Springer believes there will be no legislation on the territorial statehood ques- tion at the hands of this congress
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
= = = Dime Novel Burglars.

PADUcAH, Ky, Dec. 12.-The existence of a regularly organized gang of house breakers developed by the arrest of Flint Kid and Ben Bell, two young men belonging to the best families in the city, who had been edu- cated 7n dime novels. The organization is supposed to number a dozen members with pass words, grips and signs A score of rob berries have been committed in the last two eks. and has caused reign of terror among the people. Evidence against Kid and Bell is conclusive, as stolen property was found in their possession. The police are after others of the gang, who have left town,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
sfurderous Assault on a Doetor.

CHICAGO, Dec. 12.-A bold attempt was made to assinate pr. Richardson, who lives at No. 3,015 Lock street. An unknown man called and requested the doctor to go to No. 2,s42 Poplar avenue to attend sick woman there, The doctor accompanied the fellow to the place, and, while crossing through 8 dark passageway to the rear of the house, was set upon by two unknown men. beaten unmercifully and left for dead. When picked up it was found that the doctor had sus= tained twelve separate cuts. His wounds are described as serious, but not necessarily fatal The doctor cannot account for the atfaak
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
The Banker Had Nerve.

SHELBoYGAN, Wis Dec. 12.-Banker James Mead was awakened by the presence of burglar in his room, and he sprang up and held the intruder, preventing him from drawing his revolver. Francis Williams then came to Mir. Mead's assistance, and with revolver made the burglar hold up his hands until policeman arrived A pal on the outside fired at the policeman and the latter returned the fire, and trail of blood indicates that the picket was severely wounded The captured robber had a com plete burglars outfit, and if he had had an opportunity would doubtless have shot Mr.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
Off for Hayti.

NEW YORK, Dec. 12-The United States war ships Galena and Yantic weighed anchor at noon to-day and set sail for Port au Prince The Richmond will follow next Monday Rear Admiral Luce, who transferred his flag from the Richmond to the Galena yesterday, has instructions from the navy department to demand the immediate release of the American steamer which was recently seized by the Haytians, and in case they refuse to comply the admiral has orders to shell the town.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
Yhe Pope Condemns Ireland,

ROME, Dec. l2.-A tremendous sensation has been created here hy the refusal of his holiness the pope to bless a number of med als and relics sent to him by an Irish priest for the papal benediction before distribu- tion in Ireland. In refusing to perform the act the pope sternly said: II cannot bless them, The people of Ireland are disobe- aient. They seem to prefer the gospel of Dillon and O'Brien to the gospel of Jesus Christ, n
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
Newspaper Monthly Issues,

There is some talk-not of Q very definite kind as yet-of some of the great newspaper establishments turning 2 part of their sur plus energy and capacities in the direction of monthly issues of a literary and popular character, and as the boundary between the ''blanket sheet' newspaper and the magazine is continually narrowing, the existence of this trade gossip is not surpfise.-Current 1iitara f1lre
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
c, I, DE BAUN.

De Baum had been in the employ of the bank for twenty years, and enjoyed salary of B, 800 year, on which he had lived in fine style with his wife and two children. He was an active member of several extrava- gant clubs, and spent his money so freely that it is not believed he took much of it with him, He is 43 years of ago and @ fine looking man. The standing of the bank was not affected by his dedication, as it had surplus of S1 ,6S5, ,000
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
New York Money and Produce Market

New York Money and Produce Market
 Quotations.
 NEW YORK, Dee. 11.-Money closed at 21s per cent. The lowest rate was and the highest 21S per cent. Exchange closed firmer, with ad- vance in the demand rate of 15G; posted rates, 4e5l4S91a actual rates, 4.S41504S SS4 for GO days and 4.SS404.S0 for demand. Governments closed steady; currency Gs, 11S bid; 4s coup, 12S1S bid; 419s, do., l0S bid.
 Pacific railroad bonds closed as follows, Union frsts, 113@117; Union land grants, 102@ 105 Union sinking funds, 11s0121; Centrals, 113@116,l
 There was some lively buying during the morn. ing. At noon prices were A to per cent higher. The market was very irregular after midday. The sales for the day amounted to a57 6aO shares
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12

death watch said.
 "An ri g h t." the
 m Il r d e r r a Il S W @ re d ', and he sprang out of bed and dressed himself in the black suit for his d @ a t h. He walked leisurely up and down the jail corridor as care lessly as though the sands ia the hour glass of his life had not nearly run out.
 u1 IsI n0f noYa for
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
Caucus on Territorial Admissions.

WASHINGTON, Dec 12.-A caucus of Demo- cratic members was held last night to cen- sider the question of admitting the territories Congressman Cox's plan of having a separate vote on each territory had but few support CTS. Springer's omnibus plan seemed the most popular. No vote was taken and ad- journment was had until Thursday. It is thought bill admitting South Dakota will be favored,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
Organization with an Object.

NEW YORK, Dec 12-The Republican Business Mems association, which was ae, tive in the late campaign, has formed @ permanent organization, with John F. Plum mar as president, with a view to constant political effort in swelling the ranks of the Republicans, and to attempt to make this city Republican in 1894
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12

bank. Charles I.
 De Baum was for many years one of the most trusted officials of the Park bank. Early this year, however, it was discovered that he had stolen some $95, 900, and about May l he shook the dust of the metrop- olis from bis feet,
 frs t having re- signed on ADril 19.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
Pushing Statehood at Bismarck,

BISMARCK, D. T., Dec, 12.-A mass meet ing has been called for tomorrow evening to push the cause of North Dakota as formu- lated by the Jamestown convention. Gov ernor Church will probably preside and ex- Governor Pierce deliver the principal ad- dress
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
HAWKINS HANGED.

The Murderer of His Mother Meets Death
 Without R Ouiver-Smoking and Chat
 ting Up to the Last Moment.
 NEW YORK. Dec. 12.-Francis Asbury Hawkins, who murdered his mother at lslip, L. l., was sound asleep in his cell in the Riverhead jail yesterday morning, when one of the men who had been watching him touched him on the shoulder. ''Get up," the
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
The Latest Sensation.

NEW YORK, Dec. 12.-The Worlds Indian apolis special says: The biggest sensation of the season is smoldering here Indiana will jump up and yell when it is generally made known that United States District Attorney Emory B. Sellers has sent in his resignation to Washin ctOn
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
Sale of Thorouphbreds.

LEXINGTON, Ky, Dec. 12.--A big crowd of turfmen from all parts of the United States attended the sale of the Helbourne stables here. Bidding was brisk. Eleven head were sold for s31, ,195. Lioness was bought by Richard Roche, of St. Louis, for S1n 10O
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
Sheriff Smiths Course Sustained.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala, Dec. Ex-Governor Seay had an interview with many citizens on the subject of the tragedy of Saturday night. The governor afterward had an interview with Sheriff Smith, and said that he indorsed the sheriff and was glad that Jefferson county had a high sheriff who, no matter how painful his duty, could uphold the law and protect the county jail.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
white Caps writing to Cleyeland's Mayor

White Caps Writing to CIeveland's Mayor. CLEvELAND, Dec. 12-A postal card was received upon which was written:
 CITY, Dec. Ii. MR. MA4oR-Unless you vindicate yourself from the suspicion of being implicated in the Axworthy dedication we will have to inflict the extreme penalty of our obligations
 CAPTAIN WHITE CATS The card is decorated with a skull and cross bones, drawn in red ink across it The mayor thinks that it was sent either by a crank or by some enc wfso considered it a
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
Royce on Trial.

WILLIMANTIC, Conn, Dec. 12.-The trial of H. F. Royce, ex-treasurer of the Willi- mantle Savings institute, for dedication and falsifcation of accounts, has begun, and will probably last for week more. Eminent counsel are employed on each side.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
COMING TO JUDGMENT.

Charles \. De Baum, the EmbezEler, to Be
 Extradited To-day.
 NEW YORK, Dec. 12.-To-day has been set down for the issue at Ottawa of the warrant for the extradition of De Baum, tie default ing teller of the New York National Park
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12

Ladies Gold Watches from
 SIS. .oo to S1oo.oo Gents Gold Watches from
 S25. .oo to s2oo.oo Ladies' Filled Cases from S15.oo to s4o.oo Gents Filled Csses from s15.oo to s5o.oo Ladies' Silver Watches from
 $500 to S2o.oo Gents Silver Watches from s7.oo to s75.oo Ladies' Nickel Watches from
 S4.oo to S7.oo Gents Nickel Watches from
 S2.5o to s15.oo We can give you a Ladies' Gold Watch and Gold Chain a watch we warrant, for $500 to $5O.OO.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12
Weather Indications,
TRADE BULLETIN,

Fair, colder; northwesterly winds, high on the coast
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12

He Makes Practical Suggestions for a General Eight Hour Agitation and the Committee Takes the Subject in Hand. Criticisms Of tEc IS. of I~
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-12

ST LOUIS, Dec 12.--The convention of the American Federation of Labor was called to order V President Gompers at noon in Central Turner nail! s. S. Bass and President c. l.. Wpo i,yHri, Of Washington university, made a; !r4>ses If welcome, re- sponded to by Fresi,l ,nt Gon'pers. A com mittee on crcd4ntias was appointed, after which the convention adjourned until 3 o'clock About l00 delegates a"e i'll attend
Telegram-herald., 1888-02-21
A BIG FIGHT BEGUN
HYDRAULIC COMPANY ATTACHED
A Clam of s4e.s5 50 10 Ssle Axaiass
Tkesa b. . New fork Banker s1a
IAsy Ksfass - a@ks the
Payments.

Al attachment Was issued yesterday in
the Circuit Court against the Grand Rapids
Hydraulic Company 10 secure . claim OF
s40,oa7 -, held by John Hull Brewsink, .
prominent banker OF New York City. Ii
appears that Mr.. browning purchased
thirty Ihree bonds Of s.. Coz each from tue
Amenesn Loan and Trust Company. which
holds = mortgage on the plant Of the
Hydraulic Company OF 81. 300 900. he
also bought a note against the Hydraulic
Company Of 81 0oo. Two OF the coupons
were Que one in July 1857 and the othnr ia
January l5Ss. These were presented for
paymest aud the Company refused
10 pay. On Saturday the bonds and
all Of the claims which were sent on from
New York were received by Turner 4 Car
roll. attorneys. tO- collection. They had :
conference with the officers of the com
psny and yesterday q meeting Of the Board
of Directors OF the Hydraulic Compsny Was
held and they again refused 10 pay.
A wit OF attachment was then
procured by the attorneys against
the entire property Of the company. This
comprises i've mules Of pipes underground
several miles above ground. the office fur
niture. real estate and franchises OF the
company.
This is considered as the beginning of q
lengthy and hotiy contested litigation. +
J. y Bnen Is attorney for the Hydraulic
COMPANY
Telegram-herald., 1888-02-21
HudsonvilIe Happenings.

stssas,ss rtss4,A. ~tRN@a-
HUns0SvILLs. Fec. 20.-The Hudsonvills
COrBss Band will give a masquerade ball
the evening Of the 22d.---A public meet
ing will De held a. the Grange hsll Tuesday
evening. when local talent will discuss the
taiiH qusstion.-Public school sxhibi-
tion next Friday evening.
school exhibition Sunday evening", the Is.
On Tuesday evening. the g inst, Rev.
Haskey, CT Lowell. will lecture at the Con-
zregsti0oal church on the Philosophy of
Laughing. ng."--P0stmsster Waite Is dong
the Valley City todsy.---Chas Dearborn
left today for q months visit IN Canada.
Zen" Dlnsmore, contractor and build
er. occupies bis new block. corner Maiden
Lane and Slushy-sve., and patiently awaits
the Spring boom in this
vicinity bss been lively this Winter. About
four million feet Of pine logs have been
numbered 0y l. Jsnnis0n from his woods
vest Of here. The yards here are nearly
fali and business in the Spring will open
up bvely-A few friends were delight
fully entertained by the Misses Edwards,
Friday evening.
Telegram-herald., 1888-02-21

~--~r-t1 - a. tter@tss
Ass AkBoR. Fec. 4.-Ths choice ss 70
sho should hAss Dr.. Pslaefs place. has Al
lsagth oesn mads. 4ad DR.. Lys.sr. Of De-
tfoiE, Is tns laeky person. There -sa some
thing Of nght osfsssn Dr. Lyslsr and Dr.
u 1ssy, Ok fnIlsdel phia. sno . az author Of
Important msaic.l s0fks. oot he youth
sn1 lBsI pefie1cs Of tne latter sere against
him DR. LISTER . ka0sn 10 al a. al able
lard sof klag Enans and TIE O. or ~. "a %
be congratulated GA secQnnz him
The appointment OF Dr.. Paynes successor
14s also oeternined Oy the bo4Fo of ks-
gents a. their weetlng on Friday, Professor
Alnsdzle obtaining the place he comes
very highly Recommended and IL is uni
sessally conoedsd ~ De the right man tor
the place.
As mentioned In former notes, base ball
Is destined ~ awaken unusual interest "a :
year among ths stadsnts- Anyone gong
ID ~ the rlnk On Saturday MORNINGS would
oc surprised 10 see the namoer przetlclng,
and already some good material has been
developed. The aIne lsst year Vas very
much ia vans OF catcher. ouE TINS heed
VII probably DC ntlrsi. there are now
tour new men pracsIcing tor this position
81 held very pleasant social Saturday
evening a. the Delta L. house. The Che
qeamegOns furnished the music and de-
llghful evening vas spent by all.
Hon ". 7. Wells delivers the address on
Washington +, Birthday.
Geo. W Barr, the noted orator, vii
speak On Friday evening on the subject ol
1 temperance.
Telegram-herald., 1888-02-21

law. which is to 90 into force for the first
time at the April election. promises to be a
rather expensive novelty. By its provi-
sions 800 policemen will be needed. and the
This will necessitsts the hiring OF zoo special
policemen. Two days service viii be re-
auired Of them and they will be paid g. 80
= day, making aD expenditure Ct Sl.50o for
policemen alone. In addition 10 this seven
ty-fVe election booths are 10 be built and
paid for. Tniie a host Of judges and clerks
will slsO receive paw fog their services. One
Of The duties Of the special policemen, sc-
cording 70 the law. will cons st OF keeping
TIE crowd Of tickef-peidisrs and politicians
At least one hundred feet from the polhng
place