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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Cautio., of the Country Banker.

Country bankers are very important class of people. The checks and drafts they issue are so hedged about with forms and char acters that they cannot be raised with & der rick or forged by blacksmith. There is in Chicago man who probably handles more of this rural negotiable paper than any one else. He deals in class of literature which IS sent securely sealed" on receipt of price. When his advertising bluffs in the columns of the country press are called, he. shows down a pair of literary deuces, but he rakes i'll the pot all the same, smiling to himself the while at the gullibi!ity of the bucolic public. They seek something for nothing; he gives them nothing for sonnet ling.
 The other day he showed a check he had received in payment for book which he termed in his pa toral advertisement rich, rare and racy." The check was drawn on a bank in q small western town of the mush- room era, end it was drawn by the president of the bank. It was for S1 The signature was evidently in imitation of that of the man who signs passes in a railroad office which are mot good unless countersigned by" and across the signature, at an angle of forty-five degrees, was written the legend, "One dollar" No one could have raised it or altered it unless he had been 0 Hermann or 8 Kellar. It was collateral for a dollar that would have baff1ed even an Oberkampf. It was ''eIhibit A" of the caution of 6 coun- try banker.-Chicago Herald.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
4 Couple of Clever Tricks.

4 healthy looking man mortified our peo- pie year ago by munching glass apparently as the average American eats peanuts. He did not eat glass, however; he swallowed a skillfully prepared composition that resem- bled glass, but his punishment is recorded nevertheless. The glass eater is under the physicians care. The exposure of the trick will lessen the consumption of the diet that has brought a trickster to grief and gruel diet. This imposture is not as bad as Annie Browns imposition. About eighteen years ago woman living in Wayne county, NY named Annie Brown, puzzled the doctors. She professed to be the victim of snake. The snake owned her. It was seen in her mouth, but when the doctors tried to get it it returned to her stomach. Annie made some money exhibiting the head of the snake, until she was taken to the infirmary, and there one day shrewd physician sud denly choked her and compelled her to dis gorge the snake, which proved to be large piece of black India rubber that she slipped down her throat, and then, with her convul- sive movements, raised up and down. Of the two, Annie Browns is much the clevarest trick. The managers of museums migh. revive it now that glass eating is one of. the lost arts.-Pittsburg Bulletin.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
An Eagle Devours a Baby.

WICHITA, Kan, Sept 24,-William Beat tic lived in Seward county with child, 6 years of age, and baby few weeks old, their mother having died few weeks ago. While he was at work in the field large eagle swooped down upon his sod house and carried away the baby, which was lying upon blanket before the door. The little girl ran into the field and told her father that Dot" the baby, had lived away. D He gathered his neighbors and they searched all night for the child, and found the remains in the morning. The eagle, sitting near by, was fired at by one of the men and struck in the wing, but attacked them before it could be dispatched Two of the searching party were badly torn and lacerated by the eagles talons
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
DISPoSlNG OF SAWDuST.
Conpressing and Ealing Mill Refuse for
 

Conpressing and Ealing Mill Refuse for Shipment-A New Idea Ats-the mills is erected a tramway, and along this runs on wheels box shaped re- ceptacle or curb in which the material is pressed. The entire outfit weighs about two and a half tons and requires a space about twenty by thirty feet. When the work of pressing begins the sawdust or other mate rial Is dropped into the receptacle, and by means of power either from a water wheel or engine pressure of 125 tons is secured 1t IS plainly evident that no covering for a bale, unless it be of metal, can withstand such pressure, and just here comes in one of the notable inventions connected with the machine.
 By peculiar arrangement, which has been patented, a metallic case is so placed inside the curb and inside the burlap, which finally forms the covering to the bale, as to enable the removal of the matter pressed after it has been confined by wire or rope The curb is so devised as to open at all four corners, al- lowing the bale to droD to the floor or ground leaving the curious l. lg inside. Then by motion of the levers t.Ic curb k closed new binding material inserted, a.:d the whole ap- paratus ready to go through the operation again. Two curbs can be used advantage ously to ore press, and two men can operate curb.
 Sawdust when bated in this way becomes so compact as to be well ni.~'s .. precruabk, weighing &aout 3Cs pou "S ,c. Ua., These bales n!e".3re G5DCt ? =. 3j inches. and are readily .l;sn b" i:'t o"5acion companles at the tH r::e of fr,,-:t + t.c sayvdust be mos. N " t.l,d it w. ..s,o:1v b come dry, l., al tle whl,H r., ming firm. And a"'. <" peculiar feat2.o is that the sawdCs>, "%eu after being S. i,,c>nd to this great r. Ire, fIlls :.r- live IT -.l on being opened, t'. rti>les no, :. -er,lr together.
 1Ae ln..,.line is inte%;lad for tle compress ing of sawdust, shinglo h2Ir, refuse wood and bark, and in fact everything in the shape of waste coming from saw mills, box facto- ries and all kinds of wood working estab- hshmentS. Hemlock bark can now be ground where peeled, pressed into bales, and thus distributed to tanneries at q large saving in the cost of transportation.
 Refuse from mills such as bark, sticks. etc, can be haled ill the same manner as sawdust, save that no covering is used, it only being necessary to put slats on the top and bottom of the bale It is not difficult to see that the machine may have a marked effect on the kindlIng wood industry Mill men, who have heretofore found the removal and destruction, of such refuse attended with considerable expense, can confidently expect hereafter, without any additional outlay, to get the same baled and ready for the mar ket.-Industrial Journal
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Flowers for Actor Warren.

BosroN, Sept. 24.-Many elegant floral tributes have been sent by leading members of the theatrical profession for William Warren's funeral. Among them is a beauti- full piece in the form of tablet, made of English ivy bearing an open book of white carnations on which is inscribed the word ''Finis, |" which was sent from New York bv Edward Harrigan Nat Goodwin sends a floral book made of niphetos roses, in which is worked in violets "Noblest Roman of All" From Henry Irving comes a magnif- cont piece, the base of which is formed of English ivy, on which rests an open book made of choice exotics, passion flowers, rars roses, orchids, lilies and ferns. The inscrip tion, "A well graced actor" worked in purple violets
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
TEXAS BADLY FRIGHTENED.
New Orleans Still Vigorously Protestins
 Against Unjust Quarantine.

New Orleans Still Vigorously Protesting
 Against Unjust Quarantine.
 NEW ORLEANS, Sept. 24.-At meeting of the state board of health the agent of the Texas and Pacific railroad said he had re- ceived a telegram from Shreveport stating that the board of health there refused to quarantine against New Orleans but that, yielding to the demands of the people and the city council, they consented to place an en- bargo on all points below Alexandria, which has the same effect. President Wilkinson. of the board, said that New Orleans was free from even suspicious case, and such arbi- Tary action would not be countenanced He therefore teiegraphed the Shreveport author lties as follows: Boards of health have not arbitrary powers. The supreme court has plainly decided these cases. The state board will assist all local boards in keeping out in- fectious diseases, but will not countenancs mob law. Any quarantine against . healthy place in Louisiana will be resisted by the state board. If the parties interested join issue with you we will side against you" It Is understood that the receivers of the Texas Pacific have applied to the United States court for an order forbidding the Sheveport health authorities to interfere with the trains of tho company
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Banauet to Justice Fuller.

CHICAGO, Sept, 24,-Chicago will outdo herself tonight to show her regard for Chief Justice Melville w. Fuller in great fare well banquet at the Palmer house About 400 of the best known men of the state and city will sit at the tables. Judge Thomas Drummond, who will preside, will make the opening address, and at the close of his re- marks Mir Fuller will respond to the toast, Our Guest" The other toasts will be: ''The Bench" responded to by Judges Gresham and Moran; ''The Bar" by ". C., Cloudy and James L. High; "The Law makers" by Lyman Trumbull, and Com merce," by Charles Hutchinson, president of the board of trade. The banquet is to be served at o'clock, and from 6:30 until that hour an informal reception will be held by Mir. Fuller in one of the parlors
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
BAFFLED TRAIN ROBBERS.
FMey Boarded a Train but Encounters
 Armed Guard.

an Armed Guard.
 SCHULENBURG, Tex, Sept. 24-A passen- ger train on the SoutherS Sks' 'aciffc was stopped near Harwood by masked men who compelled the engineer, at the point of pistol, to un- couple his engine from the passenger coaches and pull out of the way. Conductor c. E. Shackelford was compelled to assist in u1tz coupling the engine, In the express car were United States Marshal John Franklin, with Deputy Van Wiper and Detective Jay G. Kelly, of the Southern Pacific service. Other officers were on the train, the company hay ing been warned of the attack, and all east bound trains having been guarded since last Wednesday.
 The robbers were soon on the mail car: Jump in and rife the mail bags,n con- manded the leader of the gang. Two men took Engineer Tony to the open door of the car and as soon as his head was seen Bud West, one of the guards, taking him for one of the robbers, fired one barrel of his shot gun. Tony fell back with an ugly wound in hls face and number of buckshot in the left shoulder. The band ts then tred to make Fireman Grocer act as a decoy, but when West sighted the fireman he discharg ,d rfln other barrel of his gun at him, fortunately without effect. The bandits then returned Vests fire and regular slkirmish ensued, over fifty shots being exchanged. The baff1ed rob bers finally withdrew, carrying two of their number, who had been wounclel vii r, hem. There were ten men in the ga g. ' .av will be pursued by the officer, who Alvt ..ood- hounds with them.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
MaLYNN DECLARES FOR MILLER
The Anti-Poverty Leader States His Rea-
 sons to His Followers.

The Anti-Poverty Leader States His Rea-
 sons to His Followers.
 NEW YORK, Sept. 24.-Anti-Poverty's reg ular Sunday reunion was held at Madison Square Garden Dr. J. Ccughlin presided, and the speakers gave their addresses from the dais that has been erected in the center of the garden for the orchestra at the fair.
 Dr. McGlynn's appearance in front of the da1s was rapturously welcomed. He said that the echoes of the state convention of the United Labor party were still ringing in their ears, and hence it was obviously the proper thing for his audience to consider with him the principles adopted at the late convention, the object of the campaign platform and the philosophy of that platforms
 Speaking of ballot reform the reverend gen tleman said that as the Republicans supported the Australian system, which would do away with intimidation, coercion and bribery at the polls, the Republicans merited the sup port of the United Labor party. Q4ong and prolonged cheersl Every labor man should vote for Warner Miller and ballot re- form (More Cheering) Governor Hill (hisses and cries of: He's no good1-vetoed the Saxton bill, and sAs reasons he gave for doing so were entirely unsound. At the very moment Governor Hill was vetoing that bill the governor of Massachusetts was signing it.
 He himself would vote for thirty four Re publican electors and two United Labor electors. He advised his friends to do like wise, as it would be a good thing to put the Democrats out of power for awhile
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
HERE'S A PRETTY HowoYeDa.
Robert B. Mantell i'm an Unpleasant Rea4
 in Cincinnati.


 CINCINNATI Sept 24-Robert B. Mantell, the actor, who is playing Monbars at tha Grand Opera house, is defendant in a sense- tional suit brought by Dr. Welch, of West Ninth street
 A woman, fashionably dressed and appar- ently well educated, called at pr. Welch's house on Monday and engaged board for her self and husband. She claimed to be an em- ploye at the exposition, and gave her name as Ray Douglass Bruce. During the evening the alleged husband called on Mrs. Bruce, but remained for only a short time. pr. Welch was informed that the supposed hus- band was Mantell
 The actor is registered, with his wife, at the Emory hotel. The suit of Dr. Welch is liable to precipitate several others. Manteu threatens to sue Dr. Welch for blackmail, and Mrs. Mantell asserts that she will inn mediately institute divorce proceedings.
 The second woman in the case, and the one who Is the cause of all the trouble, worries Manten considerably. She persists in follow ing him on the street. calls at his hotel ire quently, and hangs about the entrance to the theatre daily.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
The Pesident's Quiet Sunday,

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 24-President Cleve- lane passed quiet Sunday at the farm of William M. Singerly, near Gwynedd. No political significance is attached to the visit, it being purely social affair, the president availing himself of opportunity to inspect the magnificent farm of Mr. Singerly, with it's fine blooded stock and extensive improve ments The president left for Washington at 9 o'clock this morning
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
The Switchmen's Strike.

ASHLAND, Wis, Sept. 24.-More trouble is apprehended on the Wisconsin Central before a settlement of the late disturbance is eff fected. The discharged switchmen returned to the city, and, congregating in and about the yards and ore dock, attempted to prevent new employees from working. The Central people applied to the mayor for assistance, The deposed switchmen mase threats as to what they would do if any trains were moved. Destruction o8 property is feared Extreme precautions will be taken to prevent any serious breach of the peace
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
CATASTROPHE AVERTED.
The Princess of Wales Nearly Run Down
 by a Passing Train.

The Princess of Wales Nearly Run Down
 by Passing Train.
 LONDON, Sept. 24.-The Sunday Times published a telegram from Vienna stating that the Princess of Wales and her daugh- ters, while driving in a pony carriage near Gmunden, Q day or two ago, approached level railway crossing needless of the ringing of an electric bell, giving warning of com ing train. The princess made no halt as she reached the crossing, until two draw bars, worked by wires from distant signal boxes, were suddenly lowered. These prevented either advance or retreat, and the train was rapidly nearing the crossing Col Clarke, who was attending the princess, leaped from the carriage, and ducking under the bar, caught the pony by the head and turned him Into fence just as the train passed The escape of the party from death was almost Hroyidential
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Mrs. Cleveland's Trip.

SARANAc INN, N. Y, Sept 24-The day was delightful, the most pleasant one in a fortnight. The air is invigorating and there is prospect of @ steady continuation of the fine weather, Mrs, Cleveland and Mrs Fol som spent the forenoon quietly between the cabin and the hotel In the afternoon they attended services in the chapel. The ladies seem benefited by tho great change from the city. pr. Rosman and wife, of Brooklyn and Mrs. Lamont are of the party
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24

The princess of Wales has left Vienna to return to London.
 John L. Sullivan is reported to be improv. ing, and it is expected he will be able to walk out in a few weeks.
 Two hundred employees in the New YUA and New England railroad repair shops sk New Haven struck Saturday against work. ing later than 5 o'clock on that day. They say they will not return until the concession is made.
 It is reported that additional extracts from the diary of the late Emperor Frederick will soon be published.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Irish Athletes Coming.

NEW YORK, Sept. 24.-A meeting of Irish citizens at the rooms of the Gaelic association arranged for the reception of fifty Irish ath- letes, representing the Gaelic Athletic aSso- citation, who will arrive by the steamer Wis consin on Wednesday. The visitors will tour this country and Canada for about six weeks, contesting in the principal cities. One of the features of their exhibitions will be ''huring. which is @ characteristic Irish game The athletes are picked men, many being Irish champions of 1S89
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24

BRoCKvnLE, Ont, Sept. 24.-A terrible drowning accident occurred yesterday about five miles west of here. H. A. Field, hard ware merchant; H. B. Wright, fruit mer- chant; Henry Bagg, bookkeeper, and Robert and Frederick Shepherd, sons of Herman Shepherd, were drowned by the sinking of a sail yacht in mid channel. It was blowing a gale and the yacht took in considerable water. Being heavily ballasted she sank. Frank Turner, the only survivor of the party, was picked up by yawl from a passing tow.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Extraordinary Precautions.

NEW ORLEANS, Sept. A.-A special from Meridian Miss, to The Picayune says: ''The eoard or health has ordered all trains stopped. None VIII be allowed to pass through Meri- dian There is no fever here. and no sns- picious case The object of stopping the trains IS to keep the disease away" A special to Tho Times-Democrat from Columbus. Ky. says that no boats will be allowed to land within i've miles of that place A Cairo special says the Mobile and Ohio railroad VIII take no freight for Mississippi points. as they cannot deliver it because of quarantine ii, inois Central trains run through from New Orleans to Canton, Miss. north of Jacksenl, without stopping. Local trains on both roads between New Orleans and Jackson arc abandoned.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
A Battle in Proeress.

SUAKIM, Sept 24.-The rebels are throw ing shells into the town from position within 900 yards of the British works, and strongly entrenched. A steady return fire has been kept up by the guns of the garri- son and the British guns in the harbor but apparently without effect The garrison is in dangerous position, owing to the hkeli- hood that the rebels will capture the wells
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Found Terribly nfut,l,t.d.

STRATHRoY, Ont, Sept. 24-A dastardly murder was discovered on second line of Adelaide, about four miles from here, on Saturday. Jonathan Robinson, bachelor. an Englishman, 7S years old, was found lying alone, with his throat cut from ear to ear hiS skull fractured and both arms broken He had not been seen alive since Sent Ia Robinson had resided in Adelaide for thirty. i've years.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Cruise of the Snnadrnn

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24-Orders have been issued by the navy department to Admiral Luce, commanding the North Atlantic squadron, to make the usual winter cruise to the West Indies. The ships are ordered to rendezvous at New York not later than Nov 10, upon which date they are expected to start After visiting the principal ports of the West Indies the squadron will come north, arriving in Hampton Roads about April 25
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Insane Among Strangers.

JERSEY CITY, Sept. 24-Louis Hamm, aged about 10 years, from Newport, Ky, arrived here on Pennsylvania train from the west, and as he left the cars he handed $4O0 to policeman and attempted to cross the ferry to New York. He seemed to be in sane He was detained by the police, who could learn nothing from him except that he is an expert watch case engraver He re- fuses to eat drink or talk
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
The Spirit Was pIanirest.

NEW YORK, Sept. 24.-At yesterdays meet ing of the Central Labor union resolutions repudiating the United Labor party were in- troduccd. All the speeches were in. favor of the resolutions. The chair finally ruled that the resolutions were out of order, on the ground that the union has already repudiated ell connection with political parties
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
A Biz Failure in Baltimors

BALTIMORE, Sept. A-Russell, Glise & Co, dealers In cement and plaster, grain and seeds, have failed. Liabilities, $so, GOO: assets, s2o,000. John Burrows, wholesale wall paper dealer, No. South Charles street. has assigned Liabilities, $40, 900, due mostly
 to northern creditors; assets, $25. GOO
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Selling White Wives to Chinamen.

CHICAGO, Sept. 24.-Sam Wall, a China man, and his wife, a white woman, are locked up at the Arinory police station, charged with bringing white women from Milwaukee and furnishing them for wives to Chinamen here at $25 each. Through their matrimonial agency, it is charged, four or five local Chinamen have been furnished with wives.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24

VIENNA, Sept. 24,-The remains of Franz Schubert were exhumed and conveyed to Wahring chapel by Father Schubert, a younger brother of the dead poet The body was carried with great pomp to the Votiv Kirche, whither a procession of musical so- ciaties accompanied it to the Schillerplatz A chorus sang Die Nacht. The body was rein tered beside that of Beethoven
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
SuDDosed Murderer ArreSted.

DENVER, Coo, Sept 24.-A special from Rawlins says a man supposed to be the mu-- derer of Waln and Livingston was arrested at Lander while trying to sell all outfit like that owned by the murdere>i men.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Four Deck Hands Drowned.

NArGHEz, Miss, Sept. A-Four deck hands belonging to the steam packet Carnead Gold man, of the Natchez and Vicksburg Packet company, were drowned at Gibsons landing. by the careening of the boat A great part of the freight was also lost.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Drowned by a Ferry Boat.

NEW YORK, Sept. 24-The ferry boat Jay Gould ran over and upset rowboat in the North river, and two of the occupants, Mathilde Hay, aged 16, and Jules Glangande, aged 24, both of 1so Bleecker street, this city, were drowned.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Stable and Horses Burned.

COLUMBUS, O., Sept 24-Early yesterday morning the large frame stables of the Con- soldated Street Car company, situated on East Main street, were discovered on fire and burned to the ground. Thirty-five horses, seventeen cars and two chariots were con- sumed- Loss, between $25, ,OOO and S3O, ,OO0 Origin of fire unknown
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Mrs. Potter Back Again.

NEW YORK, Sept. A.-Mrs, James Brown Potter arrived from Havre on the steamer La Champagne, and was met by Mr Potter, Kyrle Bellew and a party of friends.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
Red Cross Nurses for Jackson,

NEW ORLEANS, Sept. 24.-The Red Cros society sent four nurses to Jackson, Miss, yesterday, on requisition from the Howard association at that place.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-09-24
The whitechapel Butcher stu at IT.

LONDON, Sept. A.-The body of a young woman was found lying out of doors at Gateshead yesterday morning, giving evi- iences of having been murdered by M6same methods employed by the Whiteehapel butcher, and presumably is another of his victims. Great excitement prevails in the