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Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-13
AGAINST FREE SCHOOLS,

The Democratic Party Opposed to Popu-
lar Educatinn-A Government Official
Who Dcnounces FREQ schools.
The active opposition Of Zach Montgon-
cry, the Assistant Acknowledgement of the
Interior Department, to the public school
system, Is another OF the disgraceful fea-
lures of Clevetand's Administration. For
prominent Governments Official 10 publicly
denounce the American school system as
''anti-parental. goddess and destructive of
happiness" and TO predict the overthrow of
that system of public schools which has al
ways been rightly regarded as the dearest
friend and one OF the most necessary fea-
lures of our Republican institutions. is in
deed, says the Cleveland Leader, a painful
surprise TO the intelligent people of the
country. AS Montgomery spoke to an audi
ence composed almost entirely of Roman
Catholics, the animus of such speech com
ing from a member Of the Administration
IS easily discerned.
The Romish church has begun bitter
fight about the free schools of this country,
and By every means in the power of its
priests and dignitsries it is STRIVING to get
the instruction OF a large per cent of
the youth Of the land under its own dfrec-
ton Mr. Cleveland has repeatedly shown
his ffiendIinees TO this church and his de-
sire 10 cater to the well-knoUn political
power of its chief dignitaries His present
- the Pope and his faTning before Cardinal
Gibbons are instances. Montgomery makes
himself solid with Cleveland, and with the
Catholics IS well, by his course. II aids
Montgomery and it increases the admira-
tion of the ani-publio school priests of the
RomIsh church for this Democratic Admin
fstration. 1t is simply another evidence of
the way in which Grover Cleveland has
sold himself TO the Ronlish church for its
support
AL this may seem very well now, but when
She people OF this country are asked 10 again
vote for Cleveland Tor President, as they viii
be in November, they will remember that he
represents not only Democratic corruption
and hypocrisy, but opposition TO the school
system OF the country, which has always
been justly regarded as the bulwark of re-
publican liberties. Mr.. Montgomery holds
an Important position in Grover Cleveland's
Administration. He is supported from the
public Treasury, but it will DO found ex-
trernely dista6tsfui TO the people Of she
United States to pay . man TO decry our
pubhc-school systcrn Mr. Cleveland may
fn6 that # IS bad policy 10 go SO fer in ca
tering to Roriaaisu as 10 employ officials (
who spend their time in attacking our free
schools.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-13
Bay State pubiicAns on the Tariff.

At their recent State convention the Re-
publcans of Massachusetts, spoke in 10 un-
certain tones on the tariff question, placin g
themselves on reoorG as opposing the free
trade doctrine Of Cleveland. Following IS
the plank in the platform on that subject:
- The Republicans Of Massachusetts, row,
as always, demand that the revenue Of the
Government shall be SO collected as to af-
ford protection 10 United States industries
and labor, and to preserve the home marke.
to the home producer. While they favor a
proper revision Of the tariff, they oppose
such revision as has for the primary object
tho abandonment Of the protective princi-
pie: and they claim tins. the propositions
made by the Democratic party through the
message OF the President and the Mills bill,
warrant the opposition OF every citizen who
prefers the welfare of his country 70 that
of another. The Republican party devised
methods of securing the revenue TO carry
on the war, and when once the necessity
was ended at once begun to reduce that
revenue both by tariff revision and by cut
ting of needless internal taxes This re-
Guction OF revenue TO current needs OF the
Government the Republican party VIII con-
t,nue when N power"
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-13

What is IAeant by the insfnuation that the
result of the tariff 81 threatens capital and
opposes labor, and all healthy enterprises
are paralyzedl'' Capital appears to be TAX
ing fairly good care of itself, SO far as can
be learned Indeed. the free traders pre-
tend that the profits of capital have been in
creasing prodigicusly since the tariff was
established Nor is it true that ''aii healthy
enterprises are parslyzad." Legitimate
trade, as every intelligent person knows,
was never more active than it has been for
the past two years. Regarding the alleged
depressing" of labor, can any responsible
sane person point out q time in the previous
history OF this country when the purchss-
ing power Of the ordinary worlnng-man'
wages was as great as It has been from 1850
IN fo-Gaye
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-13

Denver zriossx: Itwould be e mistake TO
suppose that Mr.. Blaine is entirely out of
the race for the Presidential nomination.
He undoubtedly was sincere in his declins-
ton, but circumstances may arise tbs, VII
farce bis 1oUilAslon
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1888-05-13

Fort Wayne sentsRes' General Ben Har-
rison, if not too busy looking after the
safety Of the flag, should step oycs INTO IL
inoas and observe how neatly the fences Of
Judge Gresham are being repaired b thst
Stale.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23
LAWLESSNESS In HAVANA.
Brutal Outrage Upon an American Cit!

Brutal Outrage Upon an American Cit.-
zen.
CHICAGO, February GA Key West,
Fla, special says: Franciso Prilto, a nat
uralized American citizen residing in Ha-
vans, while going from his residence TO
purchase groceries, was met by captain
of the police, accompanied by two guards,
who stopped him in the middle of the
street and demanded to know his business.
He informed them, whereupon they began
beating him numerically with their
swords, inflicting some painful wounds.
PriltO's cries for mercy could be heard
for blocks. Many persons witnessed
the punishment. Prilto had q good
reputation and is respected by all who
know him. Several of his friends immed-
lately notified the United States Consul
General, but he said he conld do nothing
whatever in the matter. The fact is, that
the police authorities of Havana, under
the orders of Captain General Marine, are
openly outraging honest citizens all over
the Island of Cuba. 1t is rumored in Ha-
vaua and publicly spoken on the street,
that Captain General Marine, In order to
defend himself against the just attacks of
the American press throughout the coun-
try, has purchased an interest in the Span
ish paper in New York city, which will
henceforth defend Gen. Marine. Lacbar,
of Havana, says Marine is about to resign.
Many contradictory rumors of all sorts con-
cerning the Governments plan are held
secretly and trouble is feared if Marine
persists in his high-handed measures.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23
PRESIDENTIAL JAUNT.
A MAGNIFICENT WELCOME BY THB PEOPLE
OF FLORIDA. +.


SAVANNAH, GA, February 2.-Ine
President and party arrived here at eight
o'clock and we're met by a committee OF
citizens and the Mayor. Thousands OF peo.
pie were present, and as the train rolled in
the Chatham artillery fred a salute and
all the locomotives and factories in the VI
cinity blew q welcome blast. The people
were particularly enthusiastic. AS the
President and Mrs. Cleveland stepped
frem the coach the little daughter OF Col.
Haines, general manager OF the Savannah
and Western railroad, presented Mrs.
Cleveland with a splendid collection OF
flowers. The party was escorted to
the long room Of the depot
which had been prepared for the
occasion and decorated with potted plants,
flowers and eyergreens. An informal re-
ception lasting about ten minutes was
held, and about thousand people were
presented to the President and Mrs. Cleve-
land and other members Of the party.
Carriages were then taken for q drive
around the city. The route had been pub
lished and was
THRoNGED WITH PEOPLE,
Notwithstanding the drilling rain which
was falling. After an hour spent in
driving around the city the depot was
reached. The President expressed himself
as much pleased with the city. Within
fifteen minutes after reaching the depot the
party was on its way to Jacksonville.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23
ON THE RUN,
4 Very Significant Omen-The Predictions
of II. A. Rebrook.

4 Very Significant Omen-The Predictions
ofH. A. Rebrook.
Special telegram to the Register.
CLARKsBURG, w. VA, February o.
II. A. Rebrook has resigned his position as
foreman of the first section OF the c., W.
& G. Railroad to accept similar and more
lucrative situation on the Philadelphia d.
vision of the Baltimore and Ohio. His
many friends had hoped that he could be
induced to remain among us, as be is not
only an excellent mechanic but selfmade
man, we'll informed, a good speaker
and reasoner, the friend of labor, who
would have likely been nominated by the
Democrats this fall as candidate in this
county for the Legislature.
In an interview he said: 81 can see no
reason for encouragement to the Demo-
Gratis. All that is needed is thorough or
ganization, concentrated efforts and perfect
harmony. With this the victory will be
oG-s in State and Nation. There is one
thing certain, you can expect me to be
here in November for Cleveland the entire
ticket" The number Of Republicans that
Joined the Democratic club on Saturday
is q significant omen and it means that
the grand old party is on the decline.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23
READINGS TROUBLE.
OFFICIAL DENIAL THAT fHR STRIKERS
ARE BEING yIcfrNllID.
Change Of Ssainsn. AnAs hs Aisrs-fAs Anal
gamaisd Hn Will Not % 0si-An In
por.aat 0satiRalcs View
n Sssin.

PHILADELPHIA, February 81. - The
strike talk Is quisling down.
Discussing 'hs reports that the Reading
Company was discriminating against tho
returning minen, General Manager Nc
Leod says:
I'VE are not victimisi1g ~ striken,
but will faithfully exscuts cur Arssasnt
to the letter. OF courss W have dismssed
some. but they sfe men who had beeu dis.
charged previous to the strike and who
had taken advantage Of The resumption.
We had never agreed to take those people
back, and Mr.. Lewis will corrohorats ne.
No, ] don't fear . renewal Of The strike,
and II that depends upon ear kespisg oar
agrssment The ninsn wflfS&y 6 Vol"
National Master workman Lswis aid,
in commenting on this statement: 1T 10
more than probable that Mr.. Mcleod has
represented things % they actually exist,
and in that case no violation has occurred.
/ shall make careful examination Of the
charges and the future shall depend upon
the results"
Mr.. Lewis started for Pottsville this
morning, after which he will visit the coke
regions
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23
PUBLIC LANDS.
The New Regulations Proposed by the
House Committee.

The New Regulations Proposed by the
House Committee.
WASHINGTON, February %. - After
working for nearly two months upon the
measure, the House Public Lands Commit
tee to-day completed the bill reclassifying
and regulating the methods of disposal of
the public lands. The only substantial
changes made in the bill Mt to-day's meet
iug were the insertion Of new section re.
quiring person making an entry of public
land to file with the application an affidavit
declaring that he makes IL solely for his
own benefit and has no intention that il
shall inure to the benefit of any one else,
and arequirementin the case of desert land
entries that the entryman shall, within the
three years allowed for the perfection of the
entry, use every effort to reclaim the land
Mr.. Payson moved as an amendment
that the right to make entries on the pub
lie lands be restricted TO American citi-
zens The bill allows persons declaring
an intention to become citizens to enter
lands.
After some discussion this motion was
lost and the bill remains unchanged in
that particular. The committee is unanim-
ously in favor Of the bill and Is hopeful Il
will meet with the approval Of the Senate,
believing that 1t has succeeded in keeping
out Of the measure all Of the legislation
which was so repugnant TO the Senate In
the bill passed by the last House.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23
THE FISHERIES TREATY.

Comments Of the New York Press on the
Subject.
NEW YORK, February 22.-In regard 10
the fisheries treaty the Tribune says:
''Ths State Departments diplomatic
triumph is feeble and incohersnt COM
promise. The full text of the fisheries
treaty enables us to undentand Why Sec
retary Bayard considers the hollow truce
arranged BY him decisive triumph. BE
has failed to vindicate the honor Of the
nation by defending the rights of citizens
engaged in lawful calling"
The Herald says: 1--WE advise the fish
ermen of New England to examine this
treaty carefully before they allow Repub-
lican clamor to lead them to find fault
with it. 1t seems TO M to rsmedy sli
their past grievances, and we advise them
not to forget that the country at large has
never become very deeply excited over
their complaints, and that if they should
now show themselves unreasonable they
will lose even the moderate public SYM
pathy which was with them"
The Times says: 'This treaty has already
been heartily opposed and bitterly criti-
cised by some Of the Republican Senators,
particularly those representing the fishery
interests. This opposition is natural,
though We do not believe il is wise. We
hops it may not be shared BY enough other
Republicans to defeat the treaty. We OBJ
tain under this agreement greater advan,
tages than have ever been accorded 90
freely before. These include everything
that has been claimed by US, with the ex.
ception of fishing in relatively limited
area"
The World makes no comment on the
character OF the treaty.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23
BLAINE TO GET THERE.

Chauncey Dspsw Figuring as n Political
Prophet In Chic caeo.
CHICAGO, February 22.-Chauncey NJ.
Dspew, who is here to address the Union
League Club to-day, says that if the Flor
ence letter had not been penned Mr.. Blaine
would have been nominated on the FIRST or
second ballot with q hurrah. AS it is,
there will be any number of names pre-
sented and forty or fifty ballots, and when
everybody is tired some one will nominate
Blaine Then there will be a woop and
yell and the Maine man nominated by &c
clamation.
"Will he accepts" asked the reporter.
lone cannot very we'll decline a Presi-
Dental nomination." answered the New
Yorker.
'sWho will be the Democratic nomi-
Heee"
Cleveland, and his message will be
their platform. On it the party will have
to stand or fall.r
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23
A GEORGIA SENSATION.
A Popular Railroadsr Eispss with Rural
Merehanrs wife.

A Popular Railroadsr Elspss With Rural
Merehanrs wife.
ATLANTA, Ga, February 92.-On the
evening Of January 20, James G. Craig, Q
prominent attache Of the Piedmont Air
Line, walked into the Office Of the Union
House, accompanied BY . handsome
woman Of twenty-five yean and little girl
Of eight.
He registered - "Jss. @. Craies, wife
and daughter, Georsia," They were -
signed 10 desirable rooms, first floor frcnt,
and the beautiful companion OF the popu-
lar young railroader attracted much attsu-
ton.
Not many days elapsed before the fair
young woman became the most popular
guest at the hotel One day . stranger
made his appearance at the hotel and IN
folded tale that sparkled with romanos
ana sensation. An investigation was In
stituted, and il was discovered that tho
man and the woman were not husband and
wife. Tho woman's nAme is Mrs Clem.
ents, wife Of rural merchant, and wAs
supposed by her confding husband 10 bo
visiting her mother In this city.
Two large Saratoga trunks, two small
ones, o valise, sewing machine, canary
bird and art decorations were ell held for
the board bill, which remains upaid. Mr..
Lewis secured two warrants agAinst the
guilty man, which were promptly exc.
cntsd M.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23
A Newspaper for Elk Garden.

Speeial Tsleorans to the Register. ..
PIEDMONT, W. VA, February 2.-lt
is currently reported that newspaper
will be started at Elk Garden in short
time.
A national bank will be opened up at
Oakland, Md, shortly. It is understood
that Mr.. Scott T. Jones, son of Hon. John
P. Jones, will be cashier, and among other
stockholders will be Hon. John 7. Jones,
of Terra Alta, d. E. Ofut G. I. Hamill
and others of Oakland.
Mayor P. S. Hyde, of this city, will be
the Democratic candidate for House OF
Delegates from this county, and will be
elected without the shadow of q doubt.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23
Electric Lisht Convsnt!sa.

Pr1rsBURd, Pa, February 2.-Ths
Electric Light Association did not get 10
work until nearly eleven o'clock this
morning; then It listened to most able
paper by Mr.. Arthur Stewart, Of Bslti-
more, on Patent Legislation:" Mr.. Btsw-
art thought the Patent 06ice should have
exclusive control Of its own businea and
that the Interior Department shoold have
separate quarters; examiners shsuld be
thoroughly educatsd In The scisacss -
well ~ the patent laws. This education
should b acquired In The publie scheols
instead Of by continuous sexyioe. - %
present, - the Government doeJ not sop
port such department for . school. TIE
Commissioners sbould be we'll paid.
At the concludon Of The paper . warn
discussion ensued, which continued until
the noon adjournment.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23
Tbs Proceeding. In Detail.

WASHINGTON, d. c., February %
The National Democratic COMMITTEES met
in willard's Hall in this city, at noon to-
day, for the purpose OF selecting time
and place for the holding of the next Dem
ocratic Convention. Ex-senator VIM. ii.
Barnum pres ided, and +. o. Prince acted
as secretary.
There was full attendance OF delegates,
the only vacancy being in the membership
from the State of New York. AT er .
brief discussion Mr.. William Steinway was
selected to fill the vacancy. =.
The work of selecting date for the
meeting of the convention was then pro-
ceeded with, the principal speakers being
ex-senator Mcdonald. Senator German
aud Congressman W. l.. Scott, who holds
a seat in the committee as proxy for w. A:
Wallace, of Pennsylvania. 1t was agreed
that as the names OF the delegates were
called each member snould designate his
preference. The date receiving the lowest
number Of votes shall then be dropped ana
the ballotiug continue to q definite con-
clusion.
Senator German offered resolution hx-
ing the date at July Sd next Tnls was
vigorously opposed by Congressman Scott,
of Pennsylvania, who was present as proxy
for VIM. A. Wallace. He read long
written speech depicting the ADVANTAGES
which he believed would accrue 10 the
Democratic party from Convention held
a early as May %. He said that Wnen
the Democratic party was in power oeiors
the war it had been its practice to noid
conventions early in the year. In tine
present case nc declared that the campaign
could be u.
MORE VIGOROUS AND AGGRESSIVE
by the selection of an early date and the
distinct and early enunciation to the Amer
lean people Of the principles that would DC
wrought into the Democratic PLATFORM. =,
Mr.. Dawson, OF SCuth Carolina, followed
In the same veiu, expressing the opinion
that the Democratic party would belit'!e
itself by deferring It's convention unui IL
had first aseertained how the Repuoncan
platform was framed and who were tne
nominees Of that party.
Another proposition was made at tn,s
Iuneture 10 fix June as the date ior noia
ing the Convention; but this, rs tne early
date suggested by Mr.. Scott, was objected
to by Senator German, who declared tna'
| in view Of the fact that there were some
differences of opinion in the Democratic
party upon the tariff question 1t would pt
| impolitic to hold the convention before tns
Democratic House of Representatives nae
had an opportunity to
AGREE UPON THE TARIFF MEASURE
which would bring together all dissenting
opinions and secure the united support o
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23
Local Option Case Decided.

CHICAGO, February ga Bismarck,
OAK, special says: A case which has been
of great interest to the whole Territory
came up and was decided yesterday in the
Supreme Court. 1t was to test the local
option or prohibition law passed at the
late election, for which sixty-four out OF
eighty. five counties voted. After much
arguing, it was finally decided that the
local option law reigns supreme in those
siIty-four counties and that the liquor
traffic must be abolished in those places,
some Of which depend a great deal on the
taxes collected from the liquor sales.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23

CHICAGO, February 22.-In the svsnisg
the Union Leagus Club gave . banquet to
their invited guests st the club house.
Five hundred members and guests were
present. The barqust lastsd two
boun, and then President Hfsd In
troduced Cbsunoey n. Dspsw, swho ~
the first speaker. His remarks were ap-'
precieted, his quids and jSkes wers ap-
plauded to The echo, especially when 8
remarked that be had 70 cone West . b
eduested. Then came Justice Harlan Of
the U. q Supreme Court, who spoks O
the sSupreme Court Of sbs United
states." Cougressnsu Battefwosth,
Of Ohio, who spoks On 'Csmo1-
cial relations With Americas nsiehhesa"
Then came Andrew Csspseis, RI PIttsbafR,
who spoke Of "United 6taa0 eitissaship.n
The Rev. q. J. NePhenos eiossd IL
formal speech making. his subject bsing
Personal character .. rspablies pails-
dium."
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23
Ursuline Sisters Deserving Their Home

PIrrsBURGH, February 22-The Sisters
of the Ursuline Order, in this city, who
recently rebelled against the church inter
fering with their temporal affairs, are
leaving quietly for their homes in France.
The Sisters have handsome convent here,
which cost nearly $500, 900, but the rebel
lious nuns have resolved TO desert their
beautiful home End return to their native
land. A number Of the Sisters have
already succeeded in eluding the vigilance
of the superiors, and the Others are wstch-
ing their opportunity TO escspe.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1888-02-23
DIDN'r KNOW THE MAN.
A Gallant Veteran Dismissed and Rein
stated Within the Hour.

n dailAnt veteran DlsmIssed ana hein-
stated within the Hour.
WASHINGTON, ID. C., February 22.-At
one o'clock yesterday afternoon John B.
Lynch, q nightwatchman in the money
order building Of the P0stoffice Depart.
ment, received notifc ition of his dismis-
sal. He went home, got his records and
discharge papers as a private soldier snd
carried them TO Mr. Euright, the Superin:
tendent Of the building
The records showed that he had served
throughout the civil war with distinction;
had been wounded at Antietam, and being
disabled for field duty had been appointed
orderly to Secretary Stanton. After the
battle Of the Wilderness, when Grant had
not been heard Of for seven days. Lynch
was intrusted by President Lincoln with
the dangerous task Of carrying dispatches
to Grant. Lynch succeeded in his mission
and brought back Grants answer, which
contained the famous sentence, II will
fight it ont on this line II IL takes all sum.
mer."
On learning these facts Mr.. Enrieht
promptly reinstated Lynch, within an
hour Of the receipt Of his notification oi
dismissal.