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party, because he the strongest leader the Repub
llcans havo.n
ANXIOUS TO BELIEVE THE STORY.

REPUBLICANS WHO WOULD DE GLAD III THE
PHILADELPHIA TINES HAD TOLD THE TRUTH.
Chicago, May (spcciaD.-Mr. Clarkson, Of Iowa,
chairman OF the Subcommittee Arrangements OF
the Republican National Committee, arrived In Chi
cago this morning He was besegcd with callers
Speaking Of the dispatch from "The philadelphia
Tines published In the morning papers and purport
Ing to be the discovery Of intention of Mr.. Baines
friends to secure his nomination. ard further that he
had virtually consented abide by the decision Of
his friends Mr.. Clarkson said that while he had had
no time to read the article yet he doubted the truth
Of II, principally because Of its appearance first in
Democratic paper.
Then you believe Mr. Blaines letter sincere ~
"I do"
what do ySr~t fnd to be the preference in the
East and on your travels elsewherei'
In New-York the preference is decidedly for Mr.
Blaine, who,,it is believed, carry that State The
second choice lies between Sherman, Allison and Har
son, and that seems 10 be the feeling everywhere
have been.'
"where docs Judge Gresham come in
"well, since tho Endorsement of Harrison by tho
Indiana State Convention, don't hear much talk Of
Gresham as l expected. He is spoken Of In the East
occasionally though not often.'
who do you think Will secure the nomination. ~
IL can't tell. can tell you, though, who wont get
it-the man who expects to ride the convention
at tho expense Of all the rest Tho convention VIII
be harmonious one and anxious 10 select man VINO
will be satisfactory to the whole party, but who will
not be dictated tor
"what talk do you hear Of the Vice Presidenti'
None That is too uncertain. Should the President
como from the East, the Vice President will come
from the West, and vice versa
General Powell Clayton, member of the Republican
National Committee for Arkansas said Of The Phlla
delpha Timess' story II such is the unmis taxable
desire of the party don't know anything about II,
but hopo 1t Is true: My State Is for him beyond
doubt II he is candidate and believe ne carry
Now York. which be carried 1t Is folly to talk
of winning without the Empire state and II is greater
folly to speak of breaking the Solid South don't
believe anybody poll so great vote as Mr. Blaine
change Of 600 votes would have elected him In 1oo4
He Is stronger there to-day
Cleveland, May (Speclan.-The announcement
from Philadelphia that Mr. Blaine would not decline the
nomination II were rendered him received here by
many Republicans with enthusiasm for. notwithstand-
ing the sherman sentiment expressed In tho Republican
Convention when the delegates to Chicago were IN
structed to work for him. Blaine has many warm
friends here Had he not written the Litter OF decli
nation the delegates to the Chicago Convention would
undoubtedly not have been instructed to support Sher
man. Republicans doubt tho authenticity OF the In
formation in regard to Mr.. Blaines willingness to
accept the nomination.
(Foy other Political Netrs zee Second Page.
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LOSSES IN VARIOUS PLACES.

Wabash, Ind, May Sat an early hour YESTERDAY
morning the station Of the Cincinnati Waoasn anu
Michigan Railroad at Urbana, this county, was de
stroyed by an incendary fire. The people Oh tha'
Mace have long urged the company to erect new
passengcr station alleging that several acres OF iano
were given to the company on that condition. though
tho Inbabltants fired of a huge charge of dynamite
beneath the building wreckng it. and 1t was repaired
only 10 bo destroyed Two stores were also destroyer.
yha loss IA ~ 500 officials of the road have put
detectives to work the case
Philadelphia, May (SpecaD.-A stone barn haiI
a mile from Bcnezct Station on the Boundprooh
Railway. was burned this morning Five horses anu
five Jersey cows perished. The barn anu stooh con
tbe property of Alfred NJ Herkness. Loss, S4o,ooo'
insured
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
FLAxEs TO CONCEAL TIE MURDER orA FAMILY

Arlington, Neb. May (SpeciaD.-The barn OF Mrs.
Freeze, about mile east of this place. was burned
yesterday. The farm which is large one belonged
to Mrs. Freeze who Is widow. 1t managed by
Fred' GrateluSchen, her son.in-law, who. with his
wife, three children. his younger brother Louis, and
hired man lived with the old woman. After the barp
burned the bodies of all the members of the family
were found scattered in different parts Of the ruins
among the charred remains of the horses and cattle
The hired mans body could not be found One theory
is that the family, finding it impossible to save tho
barn. inside and tried to got the horses and cattle
and that owing to the rapid spread of the ames
they were sufocated. There had been no trouble
between the family and the hired man.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
MAID OF THE STATUE OF WASHINGTON.

Washington May (SpecaD.-Stecle Mackaye and
his company appeared at the National Theatre tonight
in Paul Kauvarn Everybody of note, including tho
President and Mrs. Cleveland, present The per-
formance given in aid of tho statue OF Washing
ton which IS be presented by the United States TO
the Republic of France as a partial recognition of the
gift of the Barthodi statue. The performance neted
nearly 81, 500 At is conclusion Mr.. Mackaye made
suitable speech, in which he explained the objects
for which the money is sought, and extended the
thanks Of the company and himself TO the ladies OF
the COMMITTEES for giving him and his company an
opportunity to present the play.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
LEASE OF THE STONINGTON LINE.
A REPORT THAT 1T IS TO BE OPERATED by ihh
Nrw-YORK, YEw-HAvEN AND HARTFORD ROAD.

Providence, r. l., May 5-There are reports from
Boston and New-York that the New-York Ncw-HaVeh
and Hartford Railroad Company has leased or mas
entered upon negotiations looking toward lease Vi
the Stonington Line. Nobody in the vicinity, how
ever IS sufficiently informed In regard to the matter to
give any definite information in relation thereto, but
those who have been prominently identified with the
interests of these corporations positively assert their
belief that such consolidation WILL ere long. be ar
ranged il it has not been already, Such contract
would make practically one corporation OF tho New
Haven the stonington and the Worcester kaiiroadS'
There IS also talk Of the stonington Steamship CON-
many being ultimately leased to the New-laVen ros1
About twothlrds of the steamship stock Is ownca py
tha SfonineOn line.
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upsrrpx uArn1nox1A1 coMtLIoA rrox

olathe, Kan. May (specaD.-Twenty-one yeas
ago H. ID. Smith married to Miss Hattie Herman.
in Philadelphia Soon afterwTd he went to Colorado
on mining venture and after short time he faiiet
TO write and she supposed him dead. After thlrteei
years waiting she married prominent resident here.
smith left Colorado and went 10 NewMexco where
no amassed fortune After diligent inquiries about
his wife without avail he also married again. lie
camo here yesterday from Kansas City where he u
engaged in business and met bis first wife accident.
ally. The meeting was pleasant one. Thoy have
concluded to let matters stand they have grown
cou
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
yo LICENSE FOR LION PARK.

Tho Mayor yesterday sent letter to President
French of the Police Eoard referring TO bis letter Of
April 80 in which he stated his intention Of granting
ex- Alderman Louis Wendell license for Lion Park
with certain limitations, prominent among which
was the stipulation that the music in tho park was
to cease at midnIg ght Wendell having declined to
conform to this part Of the agreement Mayor Hewitt
requests the Police Board to inform the captain OF
the precinct in which the park is situated that tho
license has been refused
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
KEMP DEFEATS IIANLAN.
THE CANADIAN FOULS THE AUSTRALIAN TWICE,
N

BUT lS BADLf bEAIENs
Sydney, n s. W., May GA scullng match took
place to-day between Peter Kemp, of Australia, and
Edward Hanlan, of Canada. Kemp won by five
lengths Tho race was rowed over tho Paramatta
course
Tho race was for the championship OF the world
and So, 500 SIDE Kemp took the lead at the start
Hanlan's boat came In contact with that Of his op
ponent before the mile reached. Kemp stopped
and let Hanan pass and then went after him. When
off Gasoigns Bay Hanan crossed the bow OF Kemps
boat and again fouled him. Kemp got clear and pro-
ceeded, winning by five lengths. An enormous crowd
witness sel the race.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
GENERAL JOHNSTON MAY HAvE TO GO
DISSATISFACTION IN BAKER POST, @. A. R., PHILA'
pELPHIA.


philadelphia, May (Spccia)--Members OF the
Grand Army Of the Republic still making about
the admission as a contributing member OF the rebel
general, Joseph E. Johnston, to the Colonel +. d.
Baker Post, No. 8. The action Is denounced BY
ninety nine out of every hundred members and many
of those who belong to Baker Post who voted yea fc
gret having done The matter has been discussed
at every meeting since, and there is possibility
that General Johnston's name Will yet be dropped.
1t must be understood however, that contributing
member s not required to take obligations and 10
only admitted to the Post room at camp fires.
1t is nosed about that other rebel officers will make
application for membership in Baker Post. and O,hcr
posts in this city. But it is safe to say that no
more such gentlemen will be admitted In the first
named post and certain beyond doubt that other
post in the city will countenance such thing. The
fact is the Grand Army men here are overwhelmed
with indignation. said post commander to-6hy
You can rest assured that moro rebel brfgaders
major generals either will reach the Grand Army
Of this CITY,"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
RUunRED ClprUpr or MURDERER.

Freehold, ~ j., May 5.-It is reported here that
pctc' DowlIng the negro, who was implicated In the
murder Of Hamilton at Long Branch on New-Year's
eve last, has been captured by de-
tective employed by County Prosecutor Haight.
sand0rd Potter who has been indicted for the crime,
Is be tried next week at the County Court House
IN this place, and is said that Bowling win bc safely
lodged In 1ail by that time.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
TO RECONSTRUCT THE AMERICAN EXCHANGE.

London, May 5.-Tho court has ordered ad
tournament Of the hearing Of the petition to liqudato
the affairs Of the American Exchange In Europe with
a view to the reconstruction Of the concern Counsel
announced that the Exchange had prepared scheme
of reconstruction and believed that 1t would be able
to raise sufficient money to pay everybody. The
creditors counsel agreed to the proposition provided
that II the scheme of reconstruction is realized
tho liquidation proceedings shall not be opposed at tho
next hearing of the case.
Tho business of Morgan's New York Exchange In
London has been ordered wound up under the super
vision Of the court.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
ROBE BEATS woopsIpE IN A NILE RACE

London, May GA one-mile bicycle race for 300
between woodside, Of Philadelphia, and A. ii. kooo
OF England, was contested to-day ON the Ayies'one
Grounds at Leicester. woodslde, who won the toss,
led until half way round the last lap when Robb
shot past him Robb fell almost Immediately after
gaining the lead and WOodslde went down on top OF
him. Robb mounted his machine and finished alone
lie was awarded the race. woodsides machine was
damaged in the collision
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
known men there werc In crowds, but the honors OF
the day clearly belong to the other SEX


Newmarket has been the scene of two racing
catastrophes not often surpassed The defeat Of
Friars Balsam for the Two Thousand Guineas
followed by that OF Seabreeze In
the One Thousand, have occasioned more than
mere sensation There is almost financial crisis
in the turf world so heavily were both these
favorites backed However, there are no fresh
scandals afoat. That Friars Balsam was amiss
is now conceded, but it is, believe not known
that he ran with broken jaw. Such is
the fact all unsuspected as it was by the trainer
and owners. This horse, Which ran In the name of
Sir Frederick Johnstone, is in part owned by
Lord Abingdon.
Lady Hayters party this evening is welcome
proof that social ostracism is not to be generally
practised upon political opponents. Among her
guests are to be found many Of all three creeds.
Lady Hayter, who has celebrity of her own as a
hostess, is Of the mosS convinced Of Liberalc.
Her party was preceded by dinner to Mr.. and
Mrs Gladstone, but she has thought 1t possible
that they might be glad to meet political enemies
in her beautiful house, and even that political
enemies might be glad to meet the Home Rule
leadcr. Nay, the fact that Mr.. Gladstone has
dined with Mr.. Parnell as fellow-guest does
not prevent certain Torres from sitting at table
AN~~>S
week. at which public differences will
be disregarded. They are given by Liberals, but
Uniohists are Of the company. No recent case,
fear, can be cited where the host himself is
Unionist The latest that l know of was din
ner at Lord Rothschild's nearly two months since.
Comments on that historical Gladstone-Parnell
dinner continue to be heard. They are in public
framed with some reserve OF speech, in private
with none
Mr. Lowell arrived at Liverpool Tuesday even
ing after comparatively quick passage CON-
paratively, considering that he came by the Ccpi-
alonia from Boston and was but little more than
ten days on the Atlantic. He reached London
Wednesday afternoon, in excellent health, and is
established in the house which he occupied last
year, in Radnor place. The London papers do
not publicly concern themselves with his coming,
and he has not been interviewed. MI. James
Payne, however, in the " Notebook which he
prints weekly in pictorial paper, contrives to
mngle praise of MIR. Lowell with impertinence to
his country; a true British blend. u. w. ).
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
THE KEELY MOTOR EXHIBITION
WHY THE STOCKHOLDERS SHOULD BE REPRESENTED
JUDICIAL OPINION.

Philadelphia, May Special. Before judges FIN
letter and Reed this afternoon Richard c. McMurtne
made motion In behalf of the Kccy Motor Com
pany to be made party defendant I'm the bill filed by
Bennett C. Wilson against John w. Kcoly, and that
the court order that the Keely Motor Company may
be represented the exhibition of the machinery by
a counsel and expert, the the other parties
the former bill. Mr.. McMurtrie, in presenting his
petition said that the Keely Motor Company had paid
$500 for their franchises and they have right TO
be represented. In fact, they have more right than
Keely, who does not own the machinery.
"What fear,' said Mr. McMurtre, " is that tie law
thinks thai the whole business IS fraud. dont
mean to say that they think judclay, but that of
the bench rajudically they do consider It's
Judgment was withheld
Mr. Murphy, counsel for Kcely, asked for an ex-
tension Of time for the inspection, which expires
Monday, and his request granted. 1t Is likely
that the commission will meet at keely's workshop
Monday at o'clock
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
nprrIsu NATIONAL DEFENCE

London, May 5-The British National Defence bill
which the Government will offer In Parliament pro-
vides for facilitating the summoning Of the yeomen and
volunteers and gives the Government precedence on
the railways for naval and military purposes With
out being obliged go to the extreme step OF taking
possession Of the roads. II also empowers them 10
make rcguisfOn for horses and vehicles, for which
the county court shall determine the recOmpense.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
pgJ1,DELPHIAYS FOR THE Tariff.

pbIladelpbia. May CspcclaD.-The Academy Of
Mus,c was crowded this evening to listen TO an ex
planation Of the tariff The Mills bill thoroughly
discussed. Judge Kelley talked with even more than
old time vcor and the presence of such merchants as
Jobn Vanamaker declared exactly the sentiments Of
PHILADELPHIA on the tariff. The Cramps, tho ship
builders vere thero and the Dsstons. and in fact all
tha n,anrtacturers of the city were represented.
Major Mckinley OF Ohio, mado forclble address ana
was followed by Ex-Governor Long, o. Massachusetts
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
HIGHEST PRICE FOE 4 YEAeLING COLT.
DwYER BROTHERS PAY $4,000 FOR A BROTHER
oP HANOVER

Lexington, KY, May 5.-The annual sale of Runny
mede and Coldstream yearlings took place to-day at
the beautiful farm Racoland,n two miles from Paris
The Dwyer Brothers purchased tho brother to Han
in Kentucky Forty-two head sold for a53 200 an
average of 81 900 Thirteen yearlIngs the property
OF Major John 5. Clark, averaged S946 Twenty
eight, the property Of Clay and WOodford averaged
LAO, 'S
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
soy OF A PRgA CHER DROWNED.

Ithaca, N Y, May (specaD.-A special dispatch
from Trumansbu says that Harold Van Pelt, eldest
son of the Rev. II. H. Van Pet, OF that village, was
drowned in Cayuga Lake this afternoon. The young
man was throwing from the steamboat pier auS
losing his balance fell into the deep water
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
THE SULTAN'S TERMS.

CONDITIONS on WHICH HE Will SUBMIT TO AKBI-
TRATION.
Tangler May 5.-The Su' IN has agreed to submit
the difference between his Government and the United
States Government to arbitration on the following
terms The difference shall be settled by arbitration
court the Moorish Government promise that no time
shall be specified for the payment of personal IN
divdual claims, debts amounts due on credit The
condition that tho umpres decision shall be subject
to the Sultan's approval is withdrawn.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
mw SERIOUS ILLNESS OF DIR D. w. BLISS

Washington May s QspcciaD.-Dr D. W. Biss' who
became well known to the general public because oi
his attendance upon President Garfield after no was
shot, is In prcc arious condition lie Is suffering from
paralysis of the larynx which prevents his taxing any
liquids except In small quantities al umc AT .
late hour to- night he was stll hvlhs.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
AN EPIDEMIC IN MADRID.

London, May 5-A Madrid dispatch says "An
endemic prevails in this city. 1t Is feared tho
disease is of choleraic nature and Its spread Is
attributed to the extreme heat and the drinking o.
milk
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
UyABLE TO VISIT pgrgRsBUR6.

Petersburg, Va, May 8 QspeciaD.-A letter has been
received from Colonel Lamont by the managers OF the
childrcns Chorus Festival here thanking them In the
name OF the President and Mrs Cleveland for the inv
ton TO the latter visit Petersburg and expressing
their regret ct being compelled to decline
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
SIZED FOR RPFtCU OF pPoyrSg

New Bedford. Mass, May 5.-Mlss Lily Uberroth.
OF Taconcy. Penn. has sued Thomas d. Hooper, stock
broker Of this city, for $4,000 for breach OF promise Of
marriage, and has made several attachments on Mr..
Hoopers property. The lady IS sister OF Lieutenant
Uberroth 4. S. r. NJ. and became ACQUAINTED with Mr.
Hooper while In this city visit 70 her brother.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
FORMING A FEDERA Troy OF FARMERS

Topeka, Kan, May 5.--A charter fled to-day
called :" The Farmers Federation OF the Mississippi
Valley" Tho capital stock is seo,oco,ooo with
100000 Of shares at $40 each. Tho charter Is
signed by citizens OF fourteen States and throe Terri
tories.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
COLLISION WITH AN UNKNowN STEAMER.

London, May 5.-Tho British steamer Garonnc
bound from London for sydney, n. s. w., passed
Perrin to-day. She reported that she had been so
badly damaged by collision with an unknown vessel
that she would have TO put into Alden and discharge
cargo and mako repairs.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
M 1Jcsysgs FOR FOREIGNERS

Trenton, n. j., May Sat meeting of the Board
Of Excise OF this city last night the license fee was
fixed at $780, A resolution was passed to grant IL
censes only to nsturarod citizens of the United states
and that no license DO granted to any woman who has
an unnaturalized husband living.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06

st. Johns n. f., May 5.-The Newfoundland legs
latur after discussing with closed doors the bill
ceptng The Fishery treaty, passed the measure to a
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
sovs wrrr.Kyowy PEOPLE LOOKED FOR.

Ex,Mayor william r. Grace the Duke OF Marlborough
and some other people arc passengers on the
steamship Eura which Is expected TO arrive from Liver
pool this morning.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-05-06
THE NEWS IN LONDON.
sroRM CLOUDS SHIFTING FROM FRANCE TO
THE BALKAN STATES

uur ruprRoRs coNpITIoN-AN INFORMANT
SrArEMENr FROM MR. PARNELL LOOKED
FOR ON TUEsDAY-sUCcEss OF MR.
GosoHEN's FINANCIAL MEASURES
"A NOTABLE EXHIBITION AT
THE ROYAL ACADEMY
EVENTS ON THE
TURF-S0CIAL
AND PER
SONAL.
St. Paul daily globe., 1888-07-19
PERSONALS.

Capt. G. T. Woodberry, of Chicago, regis
tered at the Ryan yesterday.
W. L. Hollister, well known political nNof
Austin, is at the Merchants.
II. NJ. Agnew, a prominent contractor Of
Chippewa Falls is at the Ryan.
Mrs. B. Bernstein, of New York, is the
guest Of A. H. Simon, of this city.
w. Fl. Hurlbut, prominent in railroad cir
cles in Chicago. is stopping at the Mer-
chants.
L. E. Cook, of New York. representative
of P. T.. Barnum, is registered at the Mer-
chants.
Frank L. Gage, night editor of the Argus at
Fargo, took in the view Yesterday from the
GLOBE tower.
P. NJ. Agnew. lumberman of Chippewa
Falls, who is in st. Paul on business is
stopping at the Ryan.
r. T. Kingman, of Hillsburg, Oak, lead
ing agriculturist of the territory, arrived
yesterday at the Hotel Ryan.
Maj. Dunn and daughter, of Kansas City,
called on Private Secretary Moore at the
governors Office yesterday.
Rev. Duncan j. Mcmillan, president of the
college at Deer Lodge, the only one in Mon
tanas visited friends in st. Paul yesterday.
Mrs H. T. Tucker and daughter and S. J.
Sherwood and wife, of Chicago, stopped at
the Merchants yesterday on their way north
Aid; Conleyreturned from months visit
the Pacific coast yesterday. He took in
Southern California and says he enjoyed the
trip.
party of st. Louis tourists stopped at the
Ryan yesterday on their way to Lake Mime
tonka. They were: c. L. Alexander. Miss
A. E. Alexander and Miss Birdie Fisher.
Mahlon Chance, of New York, a repre-
sentative of the American Protective Tariff
league, is registered st the Ryan. He is en-
gagged in the formation of protective tariff
clubs in the various cities of the Northwest