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Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
PERUVIAN ourRAaes.
roads Built by Americas Capitalists
Protest Made by Minister BuCk-Dseails

The South American State seizss Ran.
roads Built by Americas Capitalisss-
Fretsst Made by Minister Buck-Dstaals
Of the Unparalleled Act. "
NEW YoRx, August 3-The Times seys:
The foreigners resident in Peru are greatly
excited and indignant over the present high
handed proceeding of the Peruvian gov
ernmsnt in seizing the railroads Of that
country, which were built by foreigners
with capital raised abroad, and the Ameri-
cans are waiting anxiously to see If the
United States will not take some steps te
yindicate the rights of her citizens, which
have thus been violated A private letter
to gentleman of this city, written from
iArequips under date OF June II, describes
the situation in very vigorous language:
e "0n the 9th of May last" says the
writer, '.the government issued . decree to
take possession for the exclusive use of the
state Of all railroads on Peruvian territory,
and commenced by seizing with an armed
force the southern roads, or what IS COM
monty known as Arequipa, Peru and Cuscoo
railroads These roads extend from the
sea coast for Q distance of 407 miles inland,
and are the largest line of road in the
country. This line, as well n the other
roads, were built under contract with the
Peruvian government by American citi-
zens, the capital for the construction hav-
: n
ing oeen rsised 10 Engiaho' tne resuit Q,
tne sa,e Oh oondsl Ior .tnal Puipose, saio
the Peruvian government. Notwithstand-
ing the iact thet the contracts were entere9
lnto IN gooa Iaith. m proper sno iesai
manner, ana lstlned oy q Iegally apPointeo
congress unuel i,; e4ns.l'uaons goysrns ,.s
lnenI, tne Sohaitions nave never oeeh hve9
up 70 on ne par. oi tne sr ferusian' s sno
now 70 oerive an tne penehs rom y+
.em OF ralioaus thal never Soss tneM =
oSilaf, tney nave IaAen ,9reipIe @ Possess,oa ~
OF i, me ssme, 1ogsther .a win lne na.erlal oi
al h-hus snal Iai,loads .l a lSquile
= ano ~nicn Sas .ne Pniys'e Priv rsS ana s.I,us,ss
ptope:g VI .i nj na
~ AneesI ssnn s Th9 .ns Miesay
aPPoheeu Sucoessor - " M i, ~ neny sss'
'ne &c, 0ligiilai cohtractor anu CONSTRUCTOR
I'M sct u sros' uiluIsee sno sPons
llon " we par =. .ue u @ s.-
Ineh. M hAs raiySeu 'ne ous.nS es
ol tne Hhole Iouhtly, sru :nei NJ. !.
lorelgner louay uotiis anan.. ouSess nese wi. VIZ
,us Mouto ~ mo- nshlaJ sa ~ us ~ ais..ha srh;s
loss - . oe enapied ~ a, Hi'aS -
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
Lookout Mountain.

The memorable heights of Lookout no
longer need toilsome climb to reach them.
Everyone familiar with the famous battle
fields about Chattanooga win be interested
In the announcement Of the Queen and
Crescent route Cincinnati Southern rail-
way and associate roads) that on May 27th,
3Stb and 29th excursions at the very low
rate Of One Cent per mile will be run t6
Chattaaooga for the opening Of the new
standard gauge railroad TO the mountain
top. Tickets will be good 10 return until
June 3D. Arrangements are being perfect
I'd for the running Of cars through TO the
summit from Cincinnati via Queen and
Crescent route without change. For any
details needed address nearest coupon ticket
agent, or N. G. Kerr. travelling passenger
agent, Cincinnati.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
THE DEAD CAPITALIST.
His Widow and Daughter Inherit Fifteen
rF Millions. -.-

AAhIOnb.
NEW YoRK, August 3-The death of
Isaac n. Phelps was announced in Wall
street He was well known New Yorker
and has large circle of acquaintancee in
business and social circles. All his life he
has been familiar figure in Wall street
and his financial connections have been
very extensive He was the head Of the
house OF L. n & ]. ID. Phelps, and then
went into the firm of Phelps, Stokes & Co..
which he started. In 1882 this firm went
out of business and its affairs were iqui-
dated. since which time he has transacted
his business at the Office of Anson Phelps
Stokes. who was his son-in-law.a ag ~
Mr.. Phelps was director in the United
States Life Insurance Company and the
Mercantile and the Second National Banka,
and was trustee of the Central and the
United States Trust Companies. the presi-
dents of both the latter institutions having
at different periods been associated in
business with him. He has been Q mem
Der of the Chamber of Commerce since
1855, and was also prominent member of
the Union League Club. Mr.. Stokes was
Q very rich man. his fortune being varf-
ously estimated at from Lt15, ,000, ,00e TO
,$2a 000, ,o0e He leaves q widow and one
daughter, whs Is the wife of Anson Phelps
Stoksa.N
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

ANCHORAGE. KY. August 3.-Mrs. Laura
Crull, an inmate of the insane asylum here,
literally boiled herself to death yesterday.
one of the patients of the female ward in
some manner opened hot water faucet in
the bath room and allowed the tub to be
filed. Mrs. Crull entered the room, and
seeing the tub full of water, threw Of her
clothes and jumped in. She was cooked to
death before assistance arrived. She knew
the water was boiling hot. so it is believed
she entered the tub with suicidal intent
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
LOCAL NOTICES.


Mr.. N. Fl. Frohlichsteln, of Mobile, Ala.
writes: 81 take great pleasure In recon
mending DR.. KingsNew Diseovery,for Coz
sumption, having used IL fora severe attack
Of Bronchitis and Catarrh. u gave me In
slant relief and entirely cured me and 1
have not been afilicted since. / also beg 70
state that have tried other remedies with
no good result Have also used Electric
Bitters and DIR. Kings New Life Pills,
both of which can recommend,
DIR. Kings New Discovery for Co1sump-
ton. Coughs and Colds is sold on . posi-
tive guarantee.
Trial bottles free at Chas. Ludlow q
Co.'S. drug store.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
RAILROAD TIME CARD.


Ptttsburg. Cincinnati and st. Louis RAiJ..
wsy Csmpany-Pan Handle Route.
Under schedule in effect June 10th, 1883,
trains leave Springfield central (stzndardl
time for Xenis, Dayton, Richmond, ST.
Louis, Chicago and all points west and
northwest and for Cincinnati, Columbus
and eastward, 6:45 .. m; for Xenia, Day
ton, Cincinnati, Richmond and Indianapolis,
$40 g. m; for Xenia, Dayton, Richmond,
Indianapolis, st. Louis and westward, or
Columbus, Pittsburg. Phiiadslphia and New
York city, try our o'clock evening
train. Makes connection at Xenia with
the new '.Pennsylvania Special reaching
Philadelphia 1:30 p. N. and New York 4
D. m. next day.)
But for Chicago and points west and north
west our 7:30 evening train beats them all.
On this train you will fnd an elegant vesti-
bule combined sleeping and chair car, with
Q library Of choice books, porter 10 wait
on you, and home like conyeniences
throughout. You make a mistake when
you look at the old building here known as
the PAN Handle depot" and compare it
with our train service. The former is bad.
the latter the best on earth.
Trains arrive in Springfield at t7:25 q. m,
$3.50 Q. m, *10:20 .. ID. and $40 D. IN.
*Daily. tDaily except Sunday.
5. DODDs, Ticket Agent.
-
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

MINNEAPOLIS, MINI. August s. Charles
Gleason. Of this city, and Jack Dempsey,
light weight champion of the Pacific coast
fought 70 the finish, Yesterday morning, with
skin gloves, on the banks Of the Minnesota
river, near Fl. Smelling. After long dis
pute ss to weight and the selection of referee.
the men got down to work about noon.
The fight was for $3.50 side, only fifteen
friends of each of the contestants being al
lowed e. spectators. Dempsey was knocked
out out in the eight round.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

Van Vert Chemical Co., watertown. N. Y:
GRNTLEMEN-I take pleasure in inform
ing yoC Of the wonderful success we have
had with your Lung Balsam. We have sold
In the last six months 500 bottles. We
have garAnteed nearly every bottle, but as
yet have had only four returned. l am In
receipt Of scores Of testimonials from the
most prominent residents ofo city, which
l should like 10 send you. Trial size free.
Yours Respectfully,
=. FELT, JR., Druggist,
For sale by DIR. T. j. Casper
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

rnown. HOW the amer cage was built and
the men watched day and night How
Morgan's wonderful nerve bore him up
under the most trying circumstances and
never forsook him is also known. He was
a wonderful man and this morning payed
the pepslty of his crimes with his life
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup, for chill
dren teething, is the prescription Of one of
the best female nurses and physicians In
the United States, and has been used for
years with never-failing success BY millions
Of mothers for their children During the
process Of teething its value is incaleulable
1t relieves the child from pain. cures dysen-
terry and. diarrh9a, gripping In the bowels
and wind collie. By giving health to the
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

W. ID. Hoyt & Co., Wholesale and Retail
Druggists of Rome, Ga, say: We have
been selling DIR. Kings New Discovery,
Electric Bitters and Bucklen's Arnica
Salve for four years. Have never handled
remedies that sell as well, or give such uni
versal satisfaction, There have been some
wonderful cures effected by these medi-
cines In this city. Several cases Of pro-
nouneed Consumption have been entirely
cured by the use of . few bottles Of DIR.
Kings New Discovery, taken in connection
with Electric Bitters. We guarantee them
always.
Sold by Chas. Ludlow Il Co.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

CIRcLEvILLE, August 2-Engine No
S, drawing q train loaded with excursionists
bound for Old Point Comfort over the
Scioto Valley, went dead between here
and Ashville this morning, necessitating
delay of the regular trains each way No.
?, used in the yard here, coupled on the
train of the disabled engine and resumed
the Journey. d
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

The old belief that more iight-haired
persons than dark become insane has gone
the way OF other ancient decisions Out
of the 1856 patients who are being treated
in the Kirkbride insane asylum in PhliA-
delphia all except four are Of decidedly
dark complexion. ~
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
Survey Of Canal Lands.

COLUMBUS, August 3.-Ths engineer corps
for four miles on one side of the feeder
The lands Of the State have been used for
years by unauthorized persona and the
rental Of the same would amount to good
round sum. While great discoveries have
already been made, they are nothing as
compared to the developments that are to
come. Some persons have simply taken
possession of large tracts of land belonging
70 the State, and Converted 1t to their own
use. $500 s.. ssr9 r
There will undoubtedly be some lively
times when It comes to reciaiming those
lands, and that is what the Commission
having the matter in hands propose doing.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
Arrested for stealing Wool,

named Weider, resident of Berlin town
ship, has been placed in the county Jail in
this city, charged With stealing quantity
Of wool from q neighboring farmer, the
wool having been found Ia his possession
At the present price of wool the steal
amounts to tritie less than $500 thus
saving the young man from the peni-
teptiary
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
AuUnhappy wife Commit. suicide.

YOUNGSTOWN, August 3-The wife of E.
J. Hall committed suicide by taking poison
at her parents home In Burghill. Halls
saloon and residence here burned recently.
The excitement caused by this misfortune,
together with worrying abont her husbands
incorporate habits, is supposed to have un-
wears of age
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
Injured by a Hacking Machine,

XxsIA, August 3.-Mrs. Sarah Berger,
employed in one of the big twine factories
here was seriously injured by having her
hand caught in one OF the hacking ma
chimes, with which she was working.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

A negro woman, who recently went in
sane In Atlanta. imagined that the sun had
perched itself on her head, and she could
not shake it of. II have been walking
around all day with the sun on my head, I"
said she. trying to shake 1t of, but l
can't get rid OF 1t. se
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
ELECTRICITY
CAUSES A DOUBLE TRAGEDY IN
CHICAGO.

Startling Phase of the Hsesch Mystsry-
Sheriff Cross and His Party Murdered
I'm Cold Blood-A Woman Shoots Her
Paramour and Then Kills Hsrsslf--A
GirPs Disgrace and Crime. .-a
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

A CARD.-To all who are suffering from
errors and indiscretions of youth, nervous
weakness, early decay, loss Of manhood,
ETC., Twill send receipt that will cure you.
free of charge. This great remedy was
discovered by Q missionary in South Amer
lea. Send self-addressed envelope to Rev.
Joseph T. Inman, Station d. New York
Citv
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
Bucklsn's Arnica,salvs.

THE BEST SALvE in the world for Cuts,
Bruises. Sores. Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever
Sores, letter, Chapped Hands, Chilblains,
Corns, and all skin eruptions, and positive
ly cures piles, or no payment required. 1t
is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction,
or money refunded. Price IS cents per
box. For sale by Charles Ludlow d Co. q
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
Her vision Verified.

East LIVERPOOL, August 3-A rather
strange incident is related in the case of
George McNicol. who wandered away from
home while delirious and was drowned, re-
Gently. His sister. Immediately after his
disappearance, became ,delirious, and re-
mained so until the morning the body was
found, three days afterward. She kept up
q constant talk about her brother, and all
the time thought she was on rock in the
river in the neighborhood of where his
body was found. She would exclaim:
There is George now. See! he is holding
his hand out for me, but can't reach him
Oh! il / only had stick, could reach
him." .--A- 49, ,-
The night before the body was found she
said:J s't1eorge will be home in the morn
ing. He says it is too dark now, but will
come home in the morning" And sure
enough, he was found in the morning, and
was brought home just ss she predicted.
She Immediately recovered her mind, and
Is as well as ever
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
OHIO NEWS.

Itsms of Interest Gathered From Buck
eye Towns.
WILMINGTON. August 3.-Allen Hiatt, a
well known farmer of this county. COM
mitted suicide His son found his body in
a barn hanging from scantling Hiatts
mind had been affected for several months
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

Oh, II only her complexion. Why, it ID
easily obtained. Use POzzonps Complex
ion Powder.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

The rainy season in India failed to arrive
on time this year, and there has been .
drouth and much suffering, while the crops
are believed to be seriously damaged.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

John Morrison's great ten-cent railroad
show stranded at Thin. ueEf
Allen Hiatt, . well known farmer of
Clinton county, committed suicide in q
barn. i,s
The wife of E. J. Hall committed suicide
at Youngstown by taking poison. Domes-
tic trouble.
The indications are that the New York,
Mahoning and Western railroad will 20
through Tffin.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

Ivory starch. always resdy and reliable. No
cooking. no sticking. perfect work. Gyooers.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

Monogram stockings at $40 were ordered
by q New York bridegroom.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
LARaK RKMARps oETKRRp.

As soon as the wires had flashed the news
from town to town, and the newspapers
had appeared with full accounts Of the
affair, public sentiment was aroused TO the
highest pitch in favor of offering large re-
wards for the capture Of the desperate gang
scribed 81, 900 and the police department
81 900
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

The 0oke etAcks and finally the hull oil
ths beat rose 70 sight. The sxcitement on
the Asek grew With each moment and the
oGsQs had thsv hands full 10 preserve or
der. Two patrol wagons filed With detso-
tives and neryy police officers drew up near
BY and awaited for the arrival OF the esls-
brated trio. A detachment of officers hA1
been detailed to guard the way to the Jail,
but there was no need of them Is viii be
seen later.
As the boat steamed up to the dock not Q
soul was visible. She swung in and was
tied up. Captain Hoehn now appeared,
quickly followed by Deputy Sheriff
Denton Of Alpena, squad Of detec-
tivea and the prisoners The excitement
now became intense, and the police with
difficulty forced the crowd back. Quickly
and with bowed heads, the men were
marched to patrol wagon which set of 1t
a terrific rate Tor the jail. Now the crowd
gave vent to its pen: up feelings and shouts
OF Hang him" Lynch them!" rent the
air. At this Morgan turned his head, but
Heavily manacled, the prisoners were taken
to the station house and from themes, after
a trial, to the county Jail. Subsequsp tly,
Pat Harrington(D y stated that his name
was Robinson, and the trio were taken to
Ravenna, under heavy guard, for trial.
~ +r4 THE TRIAL ~.
Lasted for many weary weeks and its de-
tails are still fresh in the minds of our
readers. 1t will be remembered how scores
of witnesses were called there; how Sam
Eddy made his wonderful fight; how in
the Ravenna jail the trio were watched
night and day for fear of rescue; how
Morgan sat, dressed in the height of fashion,
day after day. never moving q muscle,
n n Z-I4 - - T. -
different witnesses How the verdict
of death" came in and how the
special train came with lightning
like rspidity TO this city. How Rob
inson and Coughlin were also condemned
to death on very shaky evidence and were
at1last taken back, Coughlin to be freed
and Rohinaon to havsx nsw trial - i Wsu
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

COLUMBUS, o., August s. "Blinky"
Morgan, one of the men who killed Detec-
tive Hulligan in the attempt to rescue Pat
McMunn, the Cleveland fur robber, on
train at Ravenna one year ago last Febru-
ary, fell through the trap at the State
Prison at / 10 this morning, meeting al
most instant death. He passed his last
day calmly. and scorned John I. Norris
proposition to confess and implicate others
in consideration of respite. Thisends one
of the most noted criminals ever in this
State. The following letter written before
he died, is of great interest, being the first
authoritative news as to his real identity: !:
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03
svsland. Columbus, Cincfnnsti asa
= lnafnnnnoIaa Rail-.~ -

Ne. II has through sleepers to New York and
Boston without change.
No. u the famous limited express, com
ooood entirely Of vestibule sleepers. east Of
Cleveland. Through vestibule sieepefs from
Springfield. Makes aeW iork In 2GS hours
and Boston In AZ hours.
g. Il. KNIGHT,
q. r. Ticket Agent
d. B. MARTIN, Arcade Depot,
a.P. A. SprinRneld.0
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

/ Indianapolis. Omaha 4 Denver Ex e 05 An
s Indianapolis, Sc. Louis. Chicago.
Kansas City Omaha Limited. 10 Is am
8 indianapolis. st. L. r CHICAGO Ex.-- IS 90 pm
All trains marked run daily all others daily
except Sunday. Standard tfmes which 10 -
minutes slower than Springnsld city time.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1888-08-03

Passenger and Ticket AGENT.
Union Depot. Springfield. o.
II. NJ. BRONSON, General Passenger and
Ticket Agent, c. s. 4 c.. C. s. 3 c.. o. s. and
o. L6W.R. Rs.
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1888-03-28
Williamsburg NeTS.

Col. S. T. Cooper, of Black Mingo, died
on the 18th inst, aged Sc years.
Mr.. James T. Nettles, Of Lake City, was
shot with pistol ball while in fight with
Mr.. Madison Powell on the 18th inst.
a negro child was born few days ago on
the plantation Of Mr.. s. ". Rearaon with
ont any arms. Where the arms ought to
have been there was nothing but little short
nubs.
Farmers tell US there is less corr planted
so far this season than they have ever
known before. This has been caused by
the great quantity OF rain that has fallen
snd the cold weather of the past two weeks.
The ground was too vet and cold to safely
put the seed into it. The planting of corn
has now generally commenced County Re
corI
The Manning times. [volume] (Manning, Clarendon County, S.C.) 1884-current, 1888-03-28
WEDNESDAY, MARCH %, 1888.
LOCAL AND OTHERWISE.

A young man from Newberry was recent
ly expelled from the South Carolina Col
lege, for plagiarism.
Mr.. Il. S. Cunningham has begun the
publication OF the Spectator ct st. Mathews.
It is an eight page paper, full of interesting
reading.
While in Charleston last week, Maj. Il.
h. Lesesne had his pocket book, containing
about twenty-five dollars, stolen from his
room in the hotel at which he was stopping.
Mr.. N. L. Thompson, living in oconee
county, when he had been married only
three years was the father of six children.
He is twin, his wife is twin, and he has
three pairs of twins at home.
It has not been fifty years, nor was it fifty
miles from N,tning, since the costs IN a
certain ait about yearling worth
az ?iSe parties to the suit
=ssscsn ksndred5 dollars. The case was N
court about eleven years, and the hide OF
the yearhng was almost worn out carrying
it to co;irt so often.
Miss Cailie L. Haynes, of Spartanburg
county, took her diploma OF the Woman's
Medical College of Pennsylvania last week.
She is the first woman in the upper part OF
the State that has graduated in medicine
and perhaps the second native South Caro-
lima woman that has taken diploma IN
medical college Charleston Dispatch.
A fearful railroad accident occurred on
the Atlantic Coast Line, near Blackshear,
March 18th. in which twenty-three persons
were killed outright, and about fifteen
wounded. Several of the wounded have
since died. The accident happened on
trestle, Just after. crossing a river. 1t is
probable that it will cost the railroad COM
pany s15o.G0O.
The Marion Star says, every few of the
people of Marion county have any idea OF
the amount of money that has been loaned
in this county by the Scotch Land Loan
Associations. We have recently ascertined
that they hold mortgages on $4,000 acres of
land, and that the amcrnt is increasing
every year, while the debts are being re-
duced but little, and we might soy that
they now practically own $4,000 acres OF
land in this country"