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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
HE CAN'T SUPPORT CLEVELAND.
NEW RsEY DEMOCR,TIC EDITORS OFFER to
LIS pARIY's CnL,SrY COMMITTEE.


Orrin vandcrhovcn, ed 'or and proprietor of g. The
Passaic CITY o. j. He lld,7 an influential weekly
newspaper long established IS Of the most devoted
Democrats IN Nortlcrn Ncw-Jcrscy, and has been
hand and Clevcr worker for lat, party all his life. lie
Is an oil man. though vigorous ono, and has been
delegate to almost counties. conventions If his party.
In yesterdays issue OF The Herad' Mr. Nandclhoven
denounces the candidate Of his party for Pres dent and
makes a unique offer to the County Executive Com
mittee. The paper says:
Every reader OF this paper knows don't like Cieve
land We don't like his policy. We don't like his
Demo~-a cy. don't Ike his second Presidential
because II Is foTsweaTing Of himself We don't Ike
his free trade We don't Ike his afTogatlon Of leglsla
power and believe the only intended
unconstitutional and positive questionable
legislation. We Ike his contribution OF $4,000 TO
the National Committee as evidence Of his faith In
Democracy, and yet doubt II It would have been $40
to elect anybody but himself the Presidency.
Again Democrats the result is doubtful Don't
bet
The editor in another article in the same issue says:
Not willing throw himself into the front ~ fight
under fr'etfade leader, such he believes Cleveland
be- he Ihe EDITOR give 70 the Democratic
Committee the Of columns during the
entire campaign, promise insert without
alteration anything the Democrats may wish In al
yUcacf Of their candidate II Will be understood that
these columns entirely unicr their editorial con
troll. and They say after this that
The Passaic Herald has treated them unfairly. We
only give others the privilege Of doing what with
convictions Il Is impossible Tor perform
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01

no BRING BACK A FORGER.
EVEN CANADA CANNOT SHIELD De BAUM,
THE ASSISTANT CASHIER OF THE PARK BANK FOUND
-. nj

THE ASSISTANT CAshIhh of I'M f'hh 'A-''' fDS"D
BY ONE OF BYRNEo's MEN.
telegram was received by Inspector Byrncs ar
Police Headquarters yesterday informing him that
Charles J. De BAUM, the dishonest assistant cashier OF
the Park National Bank, had been captured by De-
rective-sergeant Sheldon In Canada. The arrest was
made on Thursday evening al the small way station
called stanstead Junction, within 200 feet Of ihs
American line Sheldon telegraphed that De Baum re-
fused TO return TO New York without rcquisi'on and
the necessary papers were forwarded WIN 81 h'cA
haste possible.
De Bann resly1cd his pos 'iol IN rho aak CO. AQril
TO- saying that he had opportunity ~ en'ts mcr-
camille business His resignation was not accepted
Immediately, account Of the Illness OF PRESIDENT
Potts. on Way J, when President Potts vas buried
" Baum had fed from the city and b. dishonesty "a'
discovered. he Baum had been IN the employ OF tAe
hank for twenty years, and during the long Illness u
Mr. Potts he had entire management OF the cash. ITO
cashier performing the dnties Of the president Tho
opportunity FOR stealing had been improved ~ e Baum
TO the best Of his ability. After his hiGht an IL
gcnious system Of falsliying the cash accounts was
discovered and De Bauns hni;s rec honcd up 70
the amount OF $4,000 lie had lost much Of tbs
money in speculation. It was ascerianed later
Inspector Byrnes, when informed Of Dc Bann's d.
honesty and flight thought the probably had -ons
to Canada and subsequent information left doub,
about H. A watch was kept On tho DE Baum house AZ
No. 133 Fort Greene place Brooklyn. Mr.. Dc bann
moved house in White Plains in July. and NJ" d.
ectve who stl Kept track OF her movements. thought
at one time that her husband intended 10 visit her
there DC Baum had been member Of the Bpokyn
Club. Members OF the club went fishing In the st.
Lawrence River in the summer and they were followed
by Deec ivcsergeant sheldon. lie heard that De LaIn
had crossed the line occasionally and he hoped ID
catch him tho American side. Latey he asccr-
tanned that De Baum staying az shcrb~ookc near
Quebec. Disgusting himself under the name of shells.
tho detective kept q watch upon De Bann IN >hcr-
brooke while the necessary rcquisiton papers were
being secured. After a long delay the papers Sego
ready. and Inspector Byrnes sent a dispatch 10 Sheldon
on Thursday. advising him make the arrest. II .
expected that lie Baum VIII be brought back TO his
city for trial charge OF forgery, which IS crime
on which he can be extradlied
At the tlmo DE Raun's transactions were discovered
complaint made TO the United states autho.iios
and a warrant issued for De Baun'> arrest Tho
charges before the United Tor viola
ton Of the banking laws and FOR false entries on tho
books OF the bank De Baum had escaped before tho
complaint maAo 70 The United states authorities,
aud The offences OF which he accused wcr not ex-
tradtable. \ COM plant for forgery was next made
at tho District Attorneys Oicc.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
arnMAx rrprnIIcAys HIND At WORK.

Tn, rnan-Amcrcan Central Committee met al
so pol Gowcry last evening. There large
and enthusiastic attendance delegates from most Of
Tie Assembly Districts being present Morris Fried
sam presided Arrangements were mad, for having
the hall open after Monday next, and attendant
cnga gcd for the purpose OF disseminating Information
10 Germans and distributing liicratuT. Letters
we're rad from various parts OF Massachusetts,,
Connecticut and NcwJcIsey asking for tariff literature
ia the German language. The requests Will be
promptly attended to- on the motion OF Louis Jaeger.
tho Saratoga nominations were heartily Endorsed.
Professor iabcrcorn. who has chag- - the Germ an
department Of The Republican National Committee.
and Carl raiary then delivered addresses. Tho
executive committee VIII meet Monday 20 arrange
for a big ratification meeting ~ the Nntouai and
state rcnis to be- h"lG soon, n tho Academy Of
Music some other suitable building
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
covcpFssIOvhI NOMINATIONS.

ST Louis. Aug 3l.-Thc Republicans Of the MIN
District Of this state have nominated John W. Han
nah for Congress
Detroit Aug 81 The republicans OF the llId DIS
tricf nom IN ated Charles T. Belknap for Congress.
Thoma, T.. BarIvOrh who vas nom nacd ior t9n
press hy tho Democrats OF the lid District has DC
clned the nomination
Selma. Ala. Aug 31.-The Democratic Congress
soual Convention Of the WITH Alabama District has,
after several hundred ballots, nominated Lows W;
glrnin. Of Hale Davidson IS the present member OF
Corgrcss from this district.
Pitsburc, Aug. 81 ('pecIaD-The Republican con
ferces of tho XXIst District today nominated Captain
Samuel Crag Union veteran, FOR Congress. Captain
Craig commanded company OF tho looth Pennsyl
.ania Volunteers. ard va wounded nine t'nos lie
.til has three rebei Du.lofs IN MS body lle Is a
lawyer by profession, and his election Is certain.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
DEMOCRATS NOT so BOASTFUL.
LOWERING THEIR "CLAIMs IN INDIANA-THKY
HEAR nIsCOCHAGTNG NTWS.

Indianapolis. AuE 81 l>peclan-1he Democratic
state Committee held meeting here this afternoon
for tho purpose OF obtaining an exchange Of views
from the members on the political outlook in different
parts Of the state ard agreeing upon such campaign
plans as might be deemed necessary or advisable to
rcvcnt the defeat Of the party. The reports were
not as encouraging were expected. Tho commit
icemen doggcdy asserted that they believed indiana
would be carried by the Democrats. but there was no
display II confidence and their hope Of success rests
chiefly upon the work that Is yet 10 be done. The
Prohibition is expected TO be helpful TO the
Democrats and the agitation OF tariff reform in the
county districts with an aggressive fight against the
Republican nominees among the vorkingmen in the
cities are relied upon for success
F. p Richardson, the committeeman from the lst
District Who the predecessor Of the present state
chairman, said: at is my opinion that If Indian
apolis Evansville Fort Wayne and Terrc Iautc give
the Democrats an aggregate majority Of $500, they
are sure 10 carry the state
Then you do not expect very big majority on
either side?7
NO It will be under ) oOO'
Heretofore tie leading Democratic politicians have
been predicting majority for their party in Indiana Of
from 900 10 $1,000 Chairman Jewett, Of the
Democratic State Committee. returned to-day from
New York where he went TO make arrangements for
prominent speakers 10 fiji appointments in Indiana
The trip was something Of a disappointment, as h.
succeeded IA definitely securing "a orators Mcssrs.
DouGhcry and Fellows None Of The Democratic
congressman or Senators Will be sent TO Indiana unless
Congress adjou1ls at carly day.
The cay for General lIarisOn'S return home has
not been fixed buy he IS expected here about the
middle Of next week. He has engagement to re
ccive large delegation from Randolph County
Indiana. on September r. When he returns there
viii be a great demonstration here I'm his honor. and
he viii probably make few stops along the line.
At Font WAYNE particularly he VIII bc greeted by q
large crowd. II ha- been stated In Democratic news
papers that there is III feeling among the Ecpubl
cans IN hat region Of Indiana and the Republicans
have thcp selves expressed desire to furnish proof
II the untrulhfulness Of The reports.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
A TARIFF LECTURE WITH ILLUSTRATIONS.

New Havcn. Aug 81 spcclaO.-BcfOre an audience
that flied the seats and all standing room I'm The
Hyperion Theatre tonight Judge John J.. Wheeler. OF
New jersey delivered illustrated lecture on tho tariff
lie told ihe story Of thc tariff legislation of this country
from the first Congress under the Constitution to the
breaking OF the Cvll War The disastrous result
Of the attempts to force upon the country free
trade or a tariff for revenue only most f0icbly
recalled. Tho magnificent results OF the protection
system were then Skrichcl.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01

include $4,000 workmcn enthusiastically Endorsed
Itchman's letter and said: "Thcrc arc hundreds OF
Knights OF Labor who just as strong In their
views uI,n the tariff as Lltchman. | am one o!
them and / am glad OF H." Ex-General Secretary
Robert d. TAYLOR. who IS again candidate for tho
POSITION being IAirhmag's only opponent, said
btchman Is the silver togued mechanic OF America,
and the party which secures his services during the
campaign is fortunate'
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
Mr. IITCIlMAN READY FOR CAMPAIGN WORK
HE sIvLs TIP HIS OFFICIAL POSITION so AS TO BE
TRKr FOR POLITICAL WORK.

lRfF FOR POLITICAL WORN.
Philadelphia, Aug 81 tSpeclal--It was made known
today that Charles II. Lchman. general secretary Of
the Knights of Labor, has resigned He sent his
resignation TO General Master Workman POvdcry. to
tale effect September 2. 1t was al once accepted
and Ishn ". Haycs secretary of the General Exccu
i've Board has been designated 10 fill the Office until
the General Assembly meets IN November. Tho rcsig
nation is the chief subject Of conversation among
prominent members OF the order The letter Of reslg
nation was dated August %, two days prior TO the
day on which the letter announcing his support Of
Harrison and Morton was written 10 Senator Quay.
Mr Ltclman said this afternoon. when asked II be
would take The stump for the Republican National
candidates:
Not az present As yet, have not heard from
The Republican National Committee. but expect TO
soon. WhehGr hear from them not | will Ind
plenty of work IN Massachusetts during The campaign.
desired 10 he free 10 act citizen IN this cam
paign. IN my letter 10 Chairman Quay | simply
uttered my own individual convictions. No one Wa
responsible FOR them but myscl. Al the same time
could not retain my official position In the knights "
Labor while interested politically because IT IS against
he prime pie, 81 The order for any 81 rs members
engage in politics tho strength Of their connection
To clear myself OF any such suspicious and 10 preserve
the fair namo Of the Knights, concluded 10 resign
As regards the report that ! am ambitious 10
succeed Mr. Powdcry as Master Workman there Is no
truth whatever In H. never candidate .or
The once ana licfc j. no on tafth love
would more readily than T. V. POWderly. !
AWAY. supported him for the Office. and at this
moment am under Instructions from my assembly To
VOio for his - election
Al he hfua1 S. cddquariers of the knights Of
Labor. Nh Iafchman's c0ur-c Vas criticised pro and
con bat The better element Of the order consider ID
a wl.. move and predict mat h. VIII prove ccat
help 10 flc National Committees one prominent
Knight saI THIS evening Lchman IS speaker
wlo ia. few ,qual- aud be- Is fOr protection To is
fun extent / know be- VIII make his mark In the
campaign and do power ~ good"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
THE DEADLOCK IN TILLMAN's DISTRICT.

Charleston, :. c., Ang 81 (SpccaD.-The Demo
cratic convention Of the lid Congressional District.
which has been I'm session since Tuesday last al
iourncd today until september II. The candiacs arr
g. D. 1ilman present Incumbent; kobcr Allrch. Of
Barnwcll, and II. 5 Henderson, OF Aiken. one
hundred and seventy four BALI taken, tho
result being as follows Tman, 90; Aldch, u +;
Henderson, 10. The result IS regarded as indicating
the ultimate defeat Of 1Illman, who is an opponent
Of the Administration. and vino has by his course
IN Congress ~custcd most OF the democrats IN The
state. except those Of his county the famous and
somewhat unsavOgy COUNTY u 10 llcld
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01

mlttce refused to give the rollbook to the fcpresc"
Of John Y McEanc A roll made up of names pI'hV'u
when the enrolne nt Of the town accomplished was
-, Tho ccucral Committee will meet to pass upon
tho results of tho primaries Monday evening Du'
is e,pcctcd that the Graycscni delegates VIII be thrown
- r.,.
The Assembly District conventions me'e vi 'u7'"'
evening name the delegates 70 'he o'"'' 'o''' "
,ncat I'm Buffalo on September IL
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
HILL DEL ATES CHOSEN.

Wacrown, y. Y, Aug. 31.-In the Ist District
Democratic Convention here to-day George -. Phelps
j. y. Fitzgerald and w. H. Dclmorc were elected
delegates to tho state Convention. and James \.
ward L. T. Pruyne and ". y. llanchettc to the VIII
Judicial District Convention. RESOLUTIONS were
adopted nddE4ng Cleveland and IIill
Troy Aug. al.-The delegates chosen yesterday from
the lId Assembly District Of Washington County Ia
the state Democratic Convention were instructed 10
vote for Hill for Governor
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
ALADoR OFFICIAL. FOR HARRISON.

indianapolis, Aug 81 lspecIaD.-At 1errc IIaute, on
Wednesday. Frank T. sargent, Grand Master Of the
brotherhood Of Locomotive Fifrmcn, said am a
Republican To the backbone. / am satisfied that |
can consccnliousy vote for Genc'al Harrison, and |
shalli do sO.7
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01

Washington, Aug 3I.-The bond offerings to-day az
gregsird ss63 900. a. follows:
Registered 4s-s35 900 az I2s 1.2, 100000 at
l2s Ia, O., 800 at la IL. 1900 al 1928 IA. $500
at les.
Reg stored 4 I.2s-sI5o,ooo at IO7 ia, s235 600
az los IL
Tie secretary Of the Treasury This afternoon a
cepted me following bonds Registered per cents
EDO 900 al i.e Ia, goo at l2s IA, 900 al I2s
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01

out on It's march tomorrow morning. The distance
IS about fftyfour miles and the battery is expected
20 cover the distance I'm aloI three days. whether
n viii advance on Timonium with guns unltmbeicd
and ready for action Is unknown limo was whch
that would have been tho sacr way for troops OF INC
United States Army 10 approach Timoniun. ThcN
,s no doubt that Battery 60 VIII carry of tho pre-
minm II a premium for light batteries has been OF
fcred In any event Il Will dvide houors WIN inc
prize bull and the best bushe Of turnips The acton
OF the War Department in this case suggests guer
ing future for the Army Of the United states, WIN
battery OF artillery shall be one OF The s'u%t'os
OF every county fair. and no state far sha!l DC a.
cardcd successful unless ~ eau command the pres
.pcc of a regiment Of cavalry Infantry, at least
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01

Piisbufg. Aug 81 Cspcciali-1hcrc was consld-
erabio talk to-day among he Knights 81 Labor
about General secretary Charles II. Incbmap's
oeclsation for Harrison. Morton and protection.
Ecclcs Robinson, associaic-cdtOr Of The CommOncr
and clsssvorier' who va the MASTER workman Of
the NalOnal District of Irassworkes. which f. 10
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
". S-O'BRfEy DIES WHILE BATHING.

william ) O'Bn'n, lr,flcrn..aN = Judge KHn'
dolrh - MARITIME. ~ the Court x Gencn. Sessions "h'
hal been speu Ing week tro ~ hnasansctt L. l.
and hai gone IN bathing day, puns,' into "a uf
os usual yesterday morning lie vas seized af'''
Immediately with cn. ana del n few uau''@
Vhp boiy carried % MS hotel and t'egf1ns sem
to New York judge MART aAf rthrrs
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01

trip tomorrow morning In the steamer Celtic Hs Tam.
many friends OF tho XXIIfd District ond Of tho General
Committee chartered steamboat and 90 dow,
tho bay tom-rrov evening 20 moe, hin and viii bid hin,
welcome homo with music and good cheer
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
HARRISON AND BLAINE MAY MEET HERE.

State Cha rman John ". Knapp, of Ncw-York; Gar
ret A. Hobart, OF NcwJcrsey George A. Hopkins, OF
Minnesota; Henry c. Payne, of Michigan, and Erastus
s Day, of Connecticut, met National Committeeman
Dudley, GARRISON, Kitchener and Fassett yesterday
to arrange the speaking campaign. The meeting was
held In Mr. ClarlSsOns In the Everett House. tho
vicc-charman being still unable to leave the hotel
because OF the injury TO his ankle. There arc over
900 speakers the list, all prominent and able men,
and Il was a delicate task to assign them to the
satcS where their services viii do the most good.
It was accomplished however, sat sfaciorlly 10 all
New York got the Hons share, and before the cam
pagn is over many brilliant orators viii be heard in
this state. General Harrison and Mr.. Bla ne will
probably come together IN fhs city some time this
month COngrcss Mckinley and other celebrated
Western speakers and statesmen viii also be heard
In tn Sfnfc.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
HILL As \ FAIR ATTRACTION

Oswcgo y y, Aug Ex-Governor IIill has az
copied invitation 20 speak at The Osweeo Couniy
air, AZ oswcgO, or september II.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01

UT-H'' NNTID TNIMANTIo II EIlUNkLN1
Tho D"amcfaile machine IA King. County worked With.
crakinp ar evening ana tho primaries were hold o.
ctc delegates 10 twelve Assembly District conventions
only fcw votes and rival Tickets appeared i'm
II the wards OF towns In GRAY, s.na tho Yruar,
was held, although Secretary fufey, 81 he Genera Com.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01

VT I|IEF IITF "FIIIFF
i ORD . AlII HIlO.rIIATIl-

USE HoI,hloRD'5 ACID I'losrIATH
DR.. 6. Ii. DAN l., iile Il. n.y.. have found
Il. snd t acnc, To De capable Of ,roiulng sweet and
natural sleep ~ OF Insomnia rom OvfiwnfN ~ mo
brain which so often occurs active professional aud
business men,"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
J. i. SN H. county Julgc.
A. A. KILLINGSWORTH. Sheriff
J.. b. RAGLAND, County Attorney.
WILL THERE DE aFAFMERs' CANDIDATES1

The American Agricultural and Dairy Association
OF which Forrest X Morelanl Is secretary and Joseph
H. Real Is Of the officers, an organization which
prctends 10 rcpTsent the farmers OF America, but
really represented them at all has sent out from
ifs office. at No. 81 Broadway, address TO the
farmers, calling uron them to meet in convention on
September % THIS convention is TO he held in this
city hail to be selected later. there 10 discuss the
application of the principles Of protection and free
trade the farmer and TO determine whether indcpon-
dent nominations for President and Vice President
and al other Offices shah be made, or whether 10
support tho nominees OF tho Republican or Demo
craic party.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
sol ArnLING oyEn rmunMAN,s HEcEprIoN

SQUAEBLING OVER TIURMAN'S RECEPTION
Even IN N, matter Of receiving the backbone of the
Democratic ticket. Judge Thurman the two Democratic
fact. ns Ia this city with each otl.r Repro
scnatl,cs ~ both organizations NJ, yesterday az the
Democratic National headquarters. with Norman DEL.
rchs present a. Of arbitrator that the two
factions dd utterly destroy each other They met
10 decide upon the reception 10 the old Roman" After
much Nfangling over u.uoi points 1t was decided h,t
rarh 'orbly District should have vice lfe ldcn'
oli secretary to represent IT, Even Che natter ~
stands aud the pos ita chat they shah occupy su;
Tcont q. cause much discussion ut me two ot-In.la.
VIII De- pul bloc. apart Ind between thcm body
of policemen armed with u.aut sucss will De uacot
Hall Will swing rcr ta lama aud DO her shout
~ stand ct rwcuty aiNti-ft AMI MadaoithNe.
and tac Counties VIII display thomeel,rs 1T Twenty
-.tcnt-~L and MeI,on-ayc Thus is for tGr expected
out dove meetings Inside Malieon Square Gnricn rdu,
nlny Han VIII have the boxes aide and tho County
Dcmocfacy ON tie othcf.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01

in the direction 81 tile fast
any person 70 make WHO'S ogbes with cDns ipst on dE
Fah9 rf complaint on sick headache M f. ihtrrfofe IN
neod Of " fieess Pleasant Pellets Gentle and elective
ONO dose
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01

CONTROLLER TRENHOLM TALKS ON THE TART M
At the MEETING n ths Reform club at No. L. last
Thirty thitd d. last night, William J.. Trenholm GA
uolcr II Currency, delivered address what he
called frotoctionam" lie explained that he objected
the word protection hocaue IL too good wont
DO used " Tic enemies tari reform Therefore, no
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-09-01
MURDERED FOR BEING A REPUBLICAN.
KU KLuX OUTRAGE PEHPETRArED N TEXAS
HANGED, SHOT AND MUTILATED.

HANGED, SHOT AND MUTILA1ED.
LonGvcw. Tex, Aug. 81 (Spccian.-About O'Clock
this afternoon Deputy sheriff Walter Reynolds returned
nom his search for the body Of Harrison spencer the
colOrcd politician who was forcbly taken from his
homo few nights ago by masked band Of Ku Klux.
Spencer had deserted the Union Labor party and an
nounccd his intention OF supporting the Republican
ticket. Reynolds reported that he had found >penceT'
body about three and half miles from this place. on
the west bank Of lIsTi' Creek. No sooner had the
new spread than 100 citizens, white and black.
started 10 tho sccne. The dead man found hang
Ing from a limb about fifteen feet from the ground with
rope around his neck His hands were tied behind
him ana tho cords drawn tightly that they cut
deeply into his flesh. lie evidently shot before
the lope placed around hl, neck. There Is bullet
holc Just behind the left and in HIS left side, aud
he had been brufally mutllaied. A movement IS on
foot to investigate thoroughly this crime Tho fol
lowing circular issued this afternoon and 225
citizens res pondcd TO the call contained therein:
To all lawabding citizens: A crime Of the tou
has just been perp tated IN midst Therefore
let come together az o'clock this evening at the
court house and take proper steps that citizens and
officers may act IN unity That the pcfpet ators 81 this
crime may be discovered ana he law o. land yDdi
Gated. J. r. SMITH, County Judge.