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Los Angeles daily herald., 1888-09-30

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tax, they would spring to their feet by
millions and demand its revision and
reduction. When the Democratic party
offered to reduce by the small sum OF
$4.51 on 800 of import duties, the Re-
publican party arouses itself and de-
mands that no relief shall be given; and
that if the people will give them the
power they promise in all seriousness
never to allow their taxes to be less.
The rank outgrowth of this enormous
tax is the destruction of competition, the
restriction of trade and commerce, the
limiting of sixty millions of people to a
home market, and that market, artifici-
ally inflated so high that it's sellers
reap the harvest of one billion OF dollars
as profits; and the United States, with
it's strange arms standing guard at every
port in the Union to drive back the
Nations of the world, who are willing to
exchange with US on better terms than
the classes whom the Government has
rendered powerful, presents the work of
Republican statesmen for the last twenty
seven years. But that system Is pro-
ducing, if possible, still more aggravating
results. Having silenced competition
and driven foreign rivals from our shores,
and fattened q class until they have
grown strong and powerful in numbers
and money, and feeling that the Govern
ment is standing by them, they have
entered into conspiracies to first "bear'
the markets until they drive out or buy
up small producers, limit production,
create q demand for their wares and
ssbu,l" the market by initiating prices
This is called trust. You may now
find trust in almost every protected in
dustry in the country, covering quite all
the raw material in manufactured pro-
ducts. Both political parties recognize
the evil and dangerous effect Of trusts.
Mr.. Blaine has been the only apologist
for their existence and perpetuity. But
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
The Furnishing Board.

The capitol furnishing board yesterday
afternoon awarded contracts for cabinet
files and iron roller shelves, etc., to the
American Shelf and Drawer company, of
Chicago, and for carpets, linolum and
draperies to A. II. Andrews d. Co., of
Chicago. The representatives of the
bidders were all present, and some
of them thanked the board for
for its eminent fairness in the matter.
There was some kicking, however, and
Mr.. Kennard, of st. Louis, made a state
ment to show his grievance. He claimed
the board had asked him to make esti-
mates of window draperies, and after he
had worked three days the board makes
it's award without seeing his estimates.
The board stated more time had
been given Kennard 81 Co. than
any of the bidders, their bid carefully
canvassed, and the bid of Andrews d. 90.
found to be lower and better and that
settled it. There were one or two pro-
tests against the award of the cabinet file
contract, but the hoard had no explana-
tions to make. Monday the board will
award contract for furniture which they
think they will get at $4,000. The
carpets and draperies will cost about
1928, 900 and verything else will probably
cost, the board thinks, about $4,000.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
A GRAND AFFAIR.
San Antonlo's Great international
Fair and Exposition.

The great San Antonio fair and exposi-
ton now seems to be an assured success.
A representative of the association in
formed STATESMAN reporter last night
that there would be more fine horsee, and
attractive exhibits of all kinds than ever
before brought together in this section OF
the country. A large number of the best
flyers have alreadyi reached San Antonio,
and at daybreak the race track at the fair
grounds presents lively appearance
there being at least thirty or forty of the m
exercising and doing their morning work.
The races will be special feature, as the
association have offered over $4,000 in
purses. Excursion tickets will be put on
sale November and the rate from
Austin and vicinity will be one fare for
the round trip. The rate will be very low
from all points in Texas, and still lower
one from Mexico, assuring big attend
ance. A famous Mexican band will be
sent by the government of Mexico, and
will furnish their splendid music on the
grounds daily.
Pain a. Son, of London, will give exhibit
tions of their wonderful and celebrated
fire works at night, and, in fact, the whole
ten days, commencing November ID and
ending November %, will be full of the
most magnificent attractions ever seen in
Taxpa
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08

the lavish helping hand of considerate
neiohbors, and the commendable pride IN
public affairs amply Justify the conclusion
that Austin is to be one of the great cities
of our ''Sunny Southland.
But this conclusion has other assur-
ances. The state house with its well
organized and efficient state depart
ments give no little prominence to the
city, to say nothing of the material bene-
fits arising therefrom. These are perma-
nent, and are the pride of every patriotic
Texan; and they also challenge the admit
ration of the entire union.
The city, situated on a picturesque am
phitheater of hills, whereit is ever charmed
with the beautiful scenery of the Colorado
the pure air and healthful location and
the delightful climate will continue to at
tract the best class of citizens, and it ap-
pears to the writer that these attractions
alone are sufficient if properly advertised
to double your present population IN the
next decade.
There may be agencies at work which
are retsrdIng the growth and prosperity
of the city, but it is evident that bright
future stands Just ahead. If circumstan-
ces favor it will be pleasure to continue
these impressions and observations ana
also, to pass, in hasty review, some %,
structions which must and Will be removed
from the onward march of the future
Anstin w.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
THE RUsK.
Austin as Seen by Stranger In
His Rambles.


To the Editor of the Statesman:
A stranger sometimes becomes an in
terested observer, and of course ne is a
learner. What the community is and
knows are new lessons To him. In this
the people have the advantage, but the
stranger may observe things peculiar to
the surroundings which may have partly,
If not entirely, lost interest to those more
accustomed to them. The writer came to
your city one month since for temper
airy stay. Within this time he has almost,
if not quite, decided to locate permanent
ly, and it is the object of this com
munication to indicate some of the
agencies which impress stranger,
As an enteeprising, intelligent and pa.
triotic citizenship gives character to a
state or nation, 30 people may mold
for city grand destiny. Mr.. Editor,
the evidences are that you have just such
people. The courtesy of business and
professional men, the hearty welcome to
strangers, the spirit of cheerfulness and
good will, the decorous department at
public meetings, the interest in the beau
ties, charms and comforts of home life,
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
Feeding o Hungry Beggar.

A good hearted Harlem clergyman has for
six month been the victim Of beggar, who
always told him the same story Of not hay
ing had mouthful to eat for twenty-four
hours. He made the very common mistake
of answering the appeal with a dime or q
quarter. A few days ago several Of his par
ishioners told him about this perpetuaily
hungry man and how he had received finan-
cial aid from them.
Yesterday the good dominic was the receipt
ent Of a visit from the hungry man. This
time he had tasted longer than usual.
"My poor fellow, you must be hungry"
said the clergyman, sympathetically; "come
down with me to the kitchen"
The beggar's face fell, but he followed. At
the masters bidding the cook placed an enor-
nous roast, from which the clergyman cut
an enormous slice. There, my poor fellow,
eat your fill" The fellow ate, not daring to
refuse, and, as his plate became emptied, the
clergyman, with ferocious hospitality, re-
plenished it again and again. The beggar
ate until it became positively painfal to
watch him. After he had eaten about three
ordinary meals the clergyman relented and
dismissed the beggar with an invitation to
call whenever he felt hungry. Justice"
in New York Star.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08

A negro got of the train day or two
since and had a small trunk. He asked q
drayman what he would charge to bring the
trunk to town. The darby driver said, "A
quarter.' won't pay it," said the new ar
rival, as he shouldered his trunk and started
to the city. The roads were very muddy,
and the negro drayman was bringing his
dray back without thing on it. The darby
said to him, LET me ride" Jump up,n re-
sponded the driver. The new arrival
mounted the dray with the trunk on his
shoulder and rode to his destination. As he
got off the driver said, "Give me quarter
for bringing up your trunk" "But you
didn't" said the other darby; 81 toted it all
the way" Oats So" said the driver, "but
l tort was er haulin' it; how is dat, any
howl tort I'd get quarter for haulinrdat
trunk, an didn't haul it nudder. 1 don't
understand it" And he went of badly
puzzled. -Americus (Ga) Republican.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
The County Schools.

The county schools under Mr.. Maxwell
have been most prosperous and most sat-
isfactory. No word of complaint has
been heard from patrons and no word of
com plant has been uttered by any teach
ers. Everything has run along smoothly
and harmoniously. No county in the state
has better managed schools, both
white and colored. The teach
ers in each are first-class and
they and the patrons of the schools, and
the state department of education and
the county are all satisfied with Mr.. Max
we'll, and want no change. He has the
ability, as is evidenced by the harmonious
and prosperous schools. He was born and
reared in this county, and he is familiar
with the wants of the people, and knows
the desires of both white and colored. To
vote for him is to continue the schools in
a prosperous and harmonious condition.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
CARRIED OFF THE PREMIUMS.
An Austin Man Shows Under the
Bird Fellows at Dallas.

Mention was made some time ago that
Mr.. George s. Hefybower had sent some
of his fine Plymouth Rock chickens to the
Dallas fair.
Well, George has carried off all the
honors and all the first premiums over all
the birds on exhibition. They we're fine
birds and they astonished everyone. Chick
en- men were surprised, and first glance
showed them that they were doomed, and
they we're dismal.
Mr.. Hefybower will carry thirty fine
birds over to San Antonio, and, of course,
the Austin folks expect him to take off all
the prizes.
Mr.. Hefybower and Mr.. Oscar Samostz
were the only Austin exhibitors and they
swept the field over all competitors.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
Travelling Together .

For the week ending yesterday County
Clerk Brown issued the following mar
rage licenses:
Henry Smith and Hulda Kruger.
Frank NJ. Sanford and Mary Brydson.
John W. Bellew and Charlotte Gregg.
Charles Haskell and Margaret Harri-
son.
J.W. Combes and l.. j. Stewart.
Henry Brueder and Anna Gruntnes.
Jos. NJ. Cantwell and Sarah d. Sylvester
Thos. D. Scott and Catherine Keith.
Luther Hall and Charri Sneed.
Fritz Brachmann and Catherine Stahl.
Charles Funk and Gustave Nuremberg
Allen Hunter and Fannie Thompson.
Jesse Hamilton and Mollie Jones.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
Real Estata Transfers.

Abstract of title and real estate office OF Bergen
Daniel u Crazy, 105 East Pecan street. Austin
Texas List of Travis county real estate transferred
for the week ending November 3, 1888:
block 81, Manor; warranty deed. sa1O o.
d p. Kinney to Thomas MOrrall, lot 49,
Canterbury square, Austin; warranty ~ ~
R. a. Rutherford to Law Manor, 70 acres,
Brooks survey; warranty deed..... 1900 90
block 1s4X, Austin; warranty deed 80. 5000 90
j. Il. Williams, by attorney, to VIM. II.
Price, 1871 acres, Del Vale grant; war 90, or
j. II. Grill and wife to A. l.. Fulton, lot
80, Canterbury square, Austin; warran- ~ =,
ty deed .......................... NO w
M. H. Hays to James Daniels, 20 acres, G..
Mccoy survey; warranty deed......"..... 80 "
r. III. johnson and wife to W. Il. Hart, u
acre Del Vale grant. :.....: W "
G. W. Anderson and wife TO Rebeccs X.
Klein, 10 acres. James Bureeon league,
and37A acres L. Muno's survey; war
ranty deed..':.. ....;;..;....... ..;.i..... u '"
est in 40 acres, John w. Homes survey. $50 VI
J. II. Pearson survey; warranty deed 1000 %
]. G. Tslley and wife ct al to A. Y Old
ham and WIFE, ,,t Haley League sa ana . M
N same next above; warranty deed :. . 8 500 Oe
Martin Wieland to W. 3. Lee, 10 acres. 5.
Gushing one third league; warranty ~ =,
deed OVU w
d. L. Cross to /. L Hoover and wife, 800
acree, D. l.. Cross survey; warranty ,o -,
deed O4U W
G. Colvin and wife to Anderson Peoples.
acres, James Rogers survey; quit r.,
Cl.im u W
estate of j. M. Thomas, decease. 49,. 5000 OC
And other consideration.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
A Brutal Father.

Otto Glave was arrested yesterday by
Constable Thorp on charge of assaulting
his little step son, aged about 10 years
with intent to murder. 1t is alleged he
was attempting to shoot the child. 1t has
been the talk for some time that this fell
low Glave has been exceedingly cruel to
his children and family, and sometime
ago it was thought some of the neighborf
would lodge complaint against him. The
one made yesterday was sworn out by {
neighbor.
Glave was up before Justice Calhoun
yesterday, and went to jail in default Of
$3.50 bond. His trial is set for Wednes.
day.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
THE LAST VOTE.
How the Battle of the Ballots
Ended at the Last Election.

The following figures show the officia
vote cast in the county at the last election
for the more important offices and they
will prove interestingsjust now:
Governor-Ross, 1853; Cochran, 1926;
Dahoney, 81.
For copgress-Sayers, 3,613; Newcomb
2,155.
Representative-Moo 2,S4S; Smith
2,709; Christian, 1920; Wren, ,9S7;Eppler
1928; Given, sci; Holland, 176.
District attorney $500
County judge-Von Rosenberg, 2,705i
Breckenridge, 2,7O7; Costly, 37S.
County attOrney-Barnhart, 5000; Will
lett, 2,153. Davis, 1872; Hamilton, 2S6.
County assessor-Sprinkle, 1920; Metz
1867; Nolan, So.
Collector-Pillow, 2,113; Morris, 3,272
Peoples, al; Mertin. 2S9.
Sheriff-Hornsby, 3,101; Pace, 1855.
District clerk-Hart, 1861; Johnson
ISL.
County clerk-Rodgers, 2,076; Brown
1916; Odell, 457.
Treasurer Johnson, 2,450; Jernigan,
$3.50; Brown, 76; Erwin, sc.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
BURGLAR AND DYNAMITER.

A Slick Game Worked Upon Galveston
Thug, Who Gives Himself Away.
Special Telegram to the Statesman.
GALVESTON, November 5.-On the 9TH of
last month Chas. Bioniti, a barber doing
business on Market street, was relieved of
a gold watch, chain and opal and ruby
breast pin and fine Odd Fellows badge,
the lot being valued at near $500. Sus-
picion fell at once upon an employe of
Mr.. Thorn pson-but proof
of his guilt was lacking. Detective Cahill,
who had charge of the case, employed a
"stool," to whom Thompson proposed
another raid upon his employer, who, it
was believed, kept large amount of
money in the box in his room over the
barber shop. Last night was the time set
for the robbery.
Thorn pson was to watch outside, while
his supposed accomplish secured the
treasure. The programme was carried
out. On coming down stairs an agent of
the police turned the supposed treasure
box over to Thompson who tucked it I'M
der his coat and hurried up the alley with
it into the grip of Officers Cahill and
Harry Smith. He was taken to police
headquarters where he weakened and ad-
mitted having perpetrated the former
robbery. The goods, he said, were
planted in the alley back of Biontinis'
shop. Search was made aud they were re-
covered. Thompson came to Galveston
from Bryan, where he had trouble with
his father-inlaw, and was divorced from
his wife.
he told Mr.. Biontini that he intended
to go back to Bryan and poison his dl-
vorced wife, her father and three children.
When the agent of the police was working
Thompson he proposed to him to go into
the train wrecking business, saying that
he had materials for blowing trains up,
and that he thoroughly understood his
business. Mr.. Biontini states that Thomp-
son brought box of dynamite to his
place, but that he compelled him to
remove it.
He took it out to Forty fourth and
Broadway where Officer Cahill found it
to-day. He searched his room on Market
street and found a lot of giant powder,
fuse, etc. He was arrsigned before the
recorder this morning on the double
barrelled charge of burglary and theft,
and his case was continued until Noven-
J Der 8.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
Another Beautiful Park.

Negotiations are pending between Mr..
William Robbins of Chicago and party
in Austin, which when effected, will place
the entire river front from Newning's
Park east till near Tinnen's ford, in the
hands of one party, and the whole tract
will be laid out in building lots, for dis
lance of one mile and a half. The prop
erty is beautifully situated land no more
attractive and lovely spot can be found in
all the land.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
Passed AWAY.

Mr.. j. O. Clark, who for many years
conducted barber shop in this city, died
at his residence in this CITY yesterday a.
8 a. m. His funeral will occur this morn
ing at IL O'Clock from the family resi-
dence, 613 East First street.
Mr.. Clark was so years old, and fol
the past eleven years had made Austin his
home. He was generous hearted man, q
kind husband and father, and leaves q
wife and several children to mourn his
loss. Friends of tho family are respect
fully invited to attend the funeral this
morning.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
SUNDAY SERVICES.
Interesting Dlscourses at all the
Churches Sunday.

The Reverend Doctor Howard having
resigned as pastor of the First Baptist
church, and his resignation having been
accepted, the Reverend Doctor Dodge oo
cupied that pulpit Sunday.
The Tenth street Methodist church was
we'll attended and the sermon fine one.
Rev. DR.. E. B. Wright, occupied his
own pulpit and the sermon, which was a
good one, was of sacramental order.
The congregation at Doctor Shoots
church was very large. The sermon was
on the subject, "The Priesthood
of Christ" 1t was delivered in manner
Characteristic of the Doctor. The pastor
announced ten additions to the church
since last communion.
The Reverend Doctor Lee had good
audience and the services we're exceedingly
interesting.
Services were held at most all the
churches and missions.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
A Beautiful Present.

kind friend yesterday presented the
city editor of this paper with beautiful
silk umbrella, the handle of which is
surmounted with handsomely engraved
gold head, bearing the initials of the
editor cunningly woven into fancy
monogram. Should the rain of the
ballots set in the wrong way next Tuesday
we are now comfortably fixed. Poor old
independents amt got no umbrellars.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
A Fine Group.

Paesers by on the Avenue will notice at
the art and photograph gallery of S. B.
Hill, splendid large photograph of
Judge julius Schutze and family. The
group is a striking one, and the work dis
played in its execution is highly credita-
BILE to the photographer, Mr.. Hill. 1t is
surrounded by an elegant frame, and is
fine example of the group photographs
of which Mr.. Hill makes a speciality.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
Syrup of Figs.

Is natures own true laxative. It is the
most easily taken, and the most effective
remedy known to cleanse the system when
bilious or oostive; to dispel headaches,
colds and fevers; to cure habitual CON-
stipation, indigestion, piles, etc. Manu-
featured only by the California Fig Syrup
Company, San Francisco, Cal. Sold in SO
cent and $1.0O bottles by all leading
druggists. Crosby's Union Depot
Drug Store, Austin, Texas.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
Bucklen's Arnlca Salve,

The BEST SALvE in the world for Cuts
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, Ohapped Hands, Cbilblains,
Oorns and all Skin Eruptions, and posi-
lively cures Piles, or no pay required. 1t
is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction,
or money refunded. Price 25 cents per
Eox. For sale by Morley Bros.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
A Gin House DESTROYED.

Yesterday about noon the gin house of
Mr.. Norwood, about ter miles east OF
Austin on the Webberville road, was to-
tally destroyed by fire, together with
twelve bales of cotton, in the seed and
lint. The fire originated from some one
stepping on and exploding parlor match
which had been carelessly thrown on the
nnnr
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
The CitV Fathers,

Last night was regular meeting night
for the blessed city dads, but there was no
quorum and an adjournment was had
until Wednesday night. The dads are toe
busy talking politics now to bother them
selves about city legislation, and no one
hlames them.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
THE LAST ELECTION.
Interesting Figures for You 70
Cor over.
How he Ballots for Cong assmol
Fell and Their Majorities.

The following figures are published this
morning for the benefit of all who are
taking lively interest in election matters,
and they will do well to cut out and tote
around for comparison.
The total vote in Mr.. Sayers' district
and Mr.. Mills two years ago is given by
counties, and is as follows:
SAVERS DISTRICT,
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08

Mr.. Jared g. Dimock, now past IS, was
elected to the Office of deacon in the Con-
gregational church at Rock Hill, Conn,
in 1888, and has filed the office for fifty
years. Up to March last he had been
absent from but one of the six yearly
commission services in his own church
from 1884 on-once out of twenty-four
times-and then on account of temporary
illness,
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
Governmental.

The Texas and Pacific Railroad com
pany paid $4,640. rs interest, and $l,6469l
sinking fund, due the school fund.
Revenue deposits by the comptroller
were 81, 4S9 to revenue and 1910 to the
school fund.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08

The Reverend John B. Cook died re.
GENTLY in Brooklyn, N. Y, aged IS. He
came to Brooklyn in 1859, after filling
many pulpits in the west. He had not
been connected with any church as pastor
for many years.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
ADVICE TO Mothers.

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup should
always be used for children teething. 1t
soothes the child, softens the gums
allsys all pain, cures wind collie and is
the best remedy for diarrhea. 25 cents
q bOttle
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08

Doctor Ferdinand L. Chatford, one of
the Oldest and most prominent physicians
in Baltimore, is dead. He was the father
of Bishop Chatard, of the Catholic diocese
of vincennes, Ind, and was 81 years of
age,
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-11-08
CITY AND COUNTY.
GFRoM SUNDAYS DAILY.]
DANGEROUSLY Ill.

Mr.. J. s. Crawford received telegram
yesterday afternoon from Black Jack
Grove, Hopkins county, saying his daugh-
ter, Mrs. Black, of that place, was danger
ouslv ill