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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
AParty for Americans
It Proposes to Take a Hand
 in the 1888 Campaign.
ITS PRINCIPLES HANDICAPPED.

Those Who Believe in America for
 Americans Urged to Take an Active
 Part-A National Convention to Be
 Held in the National Capital Aug. 16.
 WASHINGTON, July 23.-A large number of circulars entitled ITO Americans Every where" have been issued from the headquar- ters of the American party i'll this city. After stating that the national convention of the party will be held in this city on Aug. Is, the national committee asks the person to whom the circular Is directly addressed ito see to it that the American constituency of your state, district or locality is repre- sented in the coming gathering of Amerl- cans in the nations capital. If possible a state convention of Americans ill your state should be called, that delegates at large may be selected and prompt action urged in the several congressional districts
 'Where this is impossible call the Ameri- cans in your district together at once, whether few or many, elect officers for dis trict club, and appoint two delegates for the district to the convention" Representative are also asked from organizations of patri- otic Americans, and should all other means of sending delegates fail, the circular asks that ''some resident of Washington city. who is citizen of your state and whom you know to be good American, be authorized to represent your state or one of your dis tricts ill the convention"
 The committee states that the convention has been called in obedience to an almost universal demand for it by the adherents of the American party throughout the country.
 The principles of the party are enumerated as follows:
 They demand the careful restriction of inn migration to persons of good character, who are willing to obey our laws and respect our institutions; require an educational suffrage and the extension of the probationary period to fourteen years at least; they declare in favor of our glorious free school system, and would protect it intact against the assaults of either open or secret foes; they ask that American lands shall be owned by American citizens only; they favor the permanent and most thorough separation of church and state and demand protection for industrious Americans from the curse of foreignism, in whatsoever shape it antagonizes our institu- tions or threatens our national liberty and unity.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
TIME CHANGES ALL THINGS.
A Man Once Ruined in Business by the
 K. of l.. Now Muster Workman.

A Man Once Ruined in Business by the
 K. of l.. Now Master Workman.
 NEWARK, N. J., July 23.-Master Work man William E. McDermott, of District As sembly 51, has resigned his salaried office and retired from the Knights of Labor It is said that McDermott withdrew from the order at the suggestion of Samuel Howell, the leather manufacturer, to whom he is under business obligations
 The ex-master workman's retirement is deeply regretted by his former associates in the order He has been succeeded in the office by Worthy Master Foreman Burtchell. The latter, few years ago, was butter manufacturer in this city. There was a strike in his shop, and he refused to accede to the demands of the men.
 The Knights of Labor placed boycott on him, and afterward boasted that they had succeeded in crushing him out of business, for he shortly afterward failed. He then became a clothing cutter and joined the order, rising by degrees, until now he is at the head of the Knights in this city.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
TEN MEN KILLED.
Two Trains Wrecked on the Norfolk &
 Western Railroad.

LYNcHBURo, va., July 23.->A terrible acci- dent occurred on the Norfolk and Western Rnilroad at Forest Depot, about eight miles from this city, nt o'clock yesterday morn ing Ten men wero killed.
 freight train which left Lynchburg about midnight collided in a cut near Forest Depot with an Epst- bound material train, causing complete wreck of both trains.
 Engineers Henry and Harris, Darnley, the firencn of the material train, and seven col ored train hands whose names were unknown were killed. Bremen Mays, of the freight train, was fatally injured. The conductor escaped with slight bruises.
 The accident was caused, 1t is claimed, by the conductor of the material train misunder- standing orders.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Senator Quay mt Washington.

WASHINGTON, July 23.-senator Quay is in town to-day, but is too much occupied with political work to devote any attention to the proceedings in the Senate. He knew very little about the tariff bill preparations, he said, and would take no active part in the preliminaries, but whenever his vote was needed ho would run down from New York.
 "I go there about Friday next, said he. ito devote myself to the National Committee work. am not commencing the work, you understand, because it is already commenced and is going on very favorably. l simply mean to help keep it up."
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
RnndaIl,s Favorable Condition.

WASHINGTON, July 2s.-Samuel J. Randall continues to improve, and will shortly 5e convalescent. Should the improvement con- tinue he will be removed to his country place, near Philadelphia, about tho middle of the week.
 MT. Randall is not yet able to sit up. but he was allowed to read the newspapers for the first time this morning and made some com ments on the passage of the Mills bill yester- day. It is possible that he may insist on going back to work as soon as he is able to be about, but the advice of his physician will be to give it up for the session.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
As Much a Mystery As Ever.

NEW YORK, July 2s.IThe mystery of the shooting of W. A. Underhill. which took place on Friday night at Kathleen Villa. at Bath Beach, while the gentleman in question was promenading the grounds surrounding the house with Miss Bennett at the conclu- sion of dance, remains still unsolved.
 The patient is in no immediate danger. although a slight degree of fever developed itself during yesterday afternoon, but this Drs Allen and spier, who are attending him. say is no unusual feature in such cases.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Tired of Lextsiative Dutv,

WASHINGTON, July 2s.-An unusually large number of declinations to stand for re-elec- tion have been announced this season.
 Among them are: Dunn of Arkansas Dougherty of Florida, Thomas and Plumb of Illinois, Maston of Indiana, Lafonte of Ken- lucky, Morse, Collins and Russell of Massa- chusetts, Nelson and Rice of Minnesota, Gall finger of New Hampshire, Belmont. Camp bell, White and Weber of New York, Foran of Ohio, Scott of Pennsylvania, Butler and Neal of Tennessee, and Guenther and Stevenson of Wisconsin
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Products Of Colored Labor.

BALTIMORE, July 23.-The colored people of this State are preparing to hold an industrial exhibition, to open on October1. Isaac Myers. president of the association, las now enough exhibits promised to guarantee the success of the undertaking The exhibition will be held in one of the public halls of this city, and in 1t will be represented all varieties of labor in which the colored people are engaged.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
A Chicago Church Struck by Lightning.

A Chicago Church Struck by Lightning.
 CHICAGO, July 23.-During the thunder storm, while Evangelist Moody's old church, at Lasalle and Chicago avenues, was crowded with worshippers, the belfry struck by lightning, tearing off large part of the slate roofing. The congregation was much alarmed, and rush was started for the street. A panic was averted, however, by the coolness of the pastor, Rev. Charles Goss, who continued the services as though nothing had happened, and in few minutes the frightened auditors resumed their seats. ?
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
EFFORTS FOR "BLlNKY' MORGAN
Columbus People Think Mercy should
 Be shown Him as We'll as Others.

Be shown Him We'll Others.
 COLUMBUS, O., July 23.-There is grow ing sentiment in this community i'll favor of the communication Of the sentence of "Blinky" Morgan, sentenced to be hanged Aug. 8 This is especially the case since the indict- ment against Coughlin has been nolled and it has become known that the one against Robinson will also be after Morgan is hanged. Those who have watched the case of Morgan during and since his trial think there is a reasonable doubt as to his guilt and feel that he should be given the benefit of that doubt, especially since the men con- victed with him go scot free In view of these facts petition asking the governor to commute Morgan's sentence to imprisonment for life is being prepared by we'll known at torney of the city, who has become inter- ested in Morgan's case, and is acting without his knowledge and without pay, and will be circulated for signatures
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
General sheridan,s Best Day,

NoNoUrTT, Mass, July 23.-It has been raining all day and the temperature accord ingly has been quite uncomfortable. There has been 8 wood fire burning at the Sheridan cottage and its effect has entirely overcome the outside cheerlessness.
 General Sheridan had quiet and restful night and the physicians pronounce this the best day by all odds in his improvement since his residence at Nonquitt.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
The seventv-Ftrst at Bull Run.

WAsH1NaToN, Juy 23.-The seventy-frst Regiment of New York celebrated the anni- versary of the battle of Bull Run at that place and yesterday in fine style. Many visitors from Richmond and this city were present. The regiment will arrive here to-day and will be received by the President. They will visit points of interest and leave for home to-mer- TOW afternoon. They number about 400 and are under command of Colonel Hopper.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Died While Seeking Health.

MILWAUKEE, July 23.-News was received here from Bremen, Germany, that Emil Sohandein, vice president of the Ph. Best Brewing company, has sucoumbed to severe attack of inflammation of the lungs, with which he had been suffering for over week. Mir Schandein, who was on his way to CarlS- bad, where he intended to spend the summer, was suddenly taken ill at Bremen. He was born in the Rheinish palatinate, in Bavaria, in 1S4O, and came to America in 1856.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Eclipss of the Moon,

WASHINGTON, July 2S-There was no official observation of the eclipse at the Naval Obser- vatory last night. as Professor Langley had gone to Pittsburgh to take observations.
 NEW YORK, July 2S.-The total eclipse of the moon was from 1153 PM to 1.36 A.M,, and was witnessed by thousands ofpeople all over this city.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Ray.ses of Chinch Bups

ST, AoU1s, July 23.-southern Illinois farn4ers are complaining of the ravages of chinch bugs, which they claim are more numerous and destructive than ever before. A committee of fifteen are holding meet ing at Louisville, Clay county, to-day to de- wise means to get rid of the pests. Professor Forbes, state entomologist, will address the vpaotinU
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Probably Drowned.

LAWRENCE, Mass, July 23 - Charles Barry, gatekeeper, and Stephen w Hittier, repairman, employed by the Boston and Maine railroad, went up the river ill canoe, and have not returned. The canoe has been found bottom up, with the mems clothes tucked under the seat It is feared that the men have been drowned.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
=a 1ndorsed bx the Labor Partx.

LENox, Ia, July 23-The Union Labor convention of the Eighth congressional dis trict met here and indorsed Maj. R. A. An derson's candidacy for congress by n unani- nous vote, and passed resolutions strongly indorsing his record in congress. Six dele gates, five of whom were from Adams county, refused to enter the convention, held a separate caucus and nominated George c. Calkins. which is regarded here as Hepburn move to divide the Union Labor party.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Warrinr Kn,sht. at NOW York.

NEW YORK, July 23.-At meeting of Dis- trict Assembly 4s Knights of Labor last night Master Workman Quinn after trying to keep suspended members out of Pythagri's hall walked away with the charter accompanied by his friends, each set of members holding separate meetings. The split has long been expected.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Rou1ang.r Probab1v Defeated.

PARIS. July 2s.-Partisans generally believe that General Boulanger has been defeated in the election which took place in the Depart ment of Archede yesterday, but the result of the polling will probably not be fully known before tomorrow. Only the Reactionaries support Boulanger now. and they comprise 8 minority of the voting strength of the depart
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Murdered for Declining His Company.

DECATUR, Ills, July 23.-On the farm ot E. M Moore, few miles from this city, Albert M Fields shot and mortally wounded Flora Fitzpatrick, aged IT, The girl had re- fused to attend camp meeting with Fields, and the shooting followed The murderer was captured shortly afterward and placed in jail at this place. There is much excite ment in the vicinity and a lynching is DOSsible
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Troubles of Knights.

TROY, N, T., July 2S.-The old armory in thls city. sold to the Knights of Labor several years ago for SIS, 900, has been taken posses sion of by the State authorities, the pur- chasers having defaulted on the interest. The Knights had paid $S.0o0 of the purchase price.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
FIrs. CignArala Repraevea.

NEW YORK, July 23.-A morning paper states that Governor Hill has signed re- prieve for Mrs. Cignarala, accused of the murder of her husband. She was notified to that effect but manifested little emotion.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Connecticut Republicans,

HARTFORD, Conn.,, July 2s.-The Republican State Central Committee will meet here We'd nesday to decide on the time for holding the State Convention.
 Samuel Fassendsn and Chairman Day were here In conference with the Republican lead CTS on Thursday. The convention will be called not later than Sept. 6, and will be held hara
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Meat Men Want Relief,

tions in regard to the dressed beef monopoly have attracted the attention of cattle men and butchers, and it is probable that a con- vention will be held in St. Louis some time this fall to discuss the matter. The National Butchers Protective association has ap- pointed a committee to confer with the ex- ecutive committee of the international asso- citation, and all persons interested in the meat trade will be invited to meet and de- wise some means of relief from the disadvan- tages which they are at present laboring under.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23

Burglars ransacked the railway station at South Birmingham, Mass, and carried off almost everything of value.
 Joseph Mason, treasurer of Bedding, Cal, mining colapany, committed suicide by blowing himself Into atoms with fifty pounds of giant powder.
 A steam pipe on the tugboat Convoy, bound for Pittsburg exploded twentY-six miles above Louisville, killing seven men.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Rlaine Gaming Home.

NEW YORK, July 23.-Mr. Blaine will sail for this port from Liverpool August 1. He is to be given reception here which it is claimed will be one of the most remarkable ever wit messed in this country. Over 5000 men parade, 1t is said.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Mrs, Parnell wtll Attend.

BoRDENTowN, N. J., July 23.-Mrs. Della Stewart Parnell has promised to attend the open-air convention Of the Universal Peace Union, at Mystic, Conn.,, on August Is to 17.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Kesnan Will Return.

NEW YORK, July 2s.--It is stated by the Press this morning that exile John Keenan, will return from Canada and testify against bis associates in the Broadway bribery eases.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
NEW YORK MARKETS.
Prices at the Close of Business on
 Saturday Afternoon.

WHEAT, s9; CORN, 54A; oATss Ungrsded. mixed, 3ox; FLOUR, patents, tA.s09s5.eos extra $S.50t9s475; LARD $500; BUTTxHs creamery, 2o@2: dairy, 17@ls; CHINESE. crsam. sQTh; skim. 2@A; Eggs. lsK@l9. a
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23
Baseball Games Played Sunday.
How the Ball Clubs Stand.
ASSOCIATION.

The baseball clubs in the National League and the American Association, including games played on July p. stand as follows:
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-07-23

We need a few more names for our No ? S50.00 Watch Club.
 D. O. Calender & Co.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-05-01
Indispensable to the Toilet.

Darbys Prophylactic Fluid cures
chatting, eruptions and infamations
of all kinds; cures inflamed or sore
eyes: relieves pain from bites or
stings of insects and sore feet; de-
stroys all faint of perspiration or of
ifensive smell from the feet or any
part of the body; cleanses and
ss'lssi;tens tie skim. Csc asa tieneFi-
frice it purifes the breath preserves
the teeth and cures toothache; sore
gums and canker.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-05-01

a first-class baking powder, so that
the swindle in commercial sense, is
enormous. But the chief iniquity of
the business consist in selling, as
presumably wholesome, an article Of
q positively injurious character, and
by means of gifts or bribes inducing
servants and unsuspecting house.
keepers to purchase and use it in our
daily food.
There should be some prompt
method of reaching these dangerous
practices and Furnishing the parties
engaged in their promotion. If the
presentaIaws are not ample, we com-
mend the matter TO the consideration
of our State Board of Health for re-
commendation of such additional
Legislation as shall be effective for
the protection. of the public.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-05-01
Book Notices.

NOTABLE NAMES IN LITERATURE.-Notable
names in the ninth volume of Alden's Cyclope-
dia of Universal Literature, which opens with
Geibel and closes with Guernsey. are GihhOn.
Green and Grote. historians (what other letter
in the alphabet show three names so
strong p, Gladstone. Grant and Greedy. most
eminent as statesman, soldier and Journalist.
but of high rank also in the literary world I;
Archibald and james Grikie. scientists: w. H.
Gibson. artist and author: Gerhart- Goethis,
Goldsmith and Gray. poets; Cunningham
Gcikie, prominent in Christian literature; Co
gol. Russian novelist; and small host of
other authors of lesser note. perhaps. bnt not
necessarily of less popular interests-fOr in
stance, there is the immortal author of - Pin
afOre." and - Peter Farley" and Grimm, the
wonderful worder-story teller. In fact. the
Volume TX is hut further demonstrative evil
dence that Aldcn's Cyclopcdia of Universal
Literature is not only one of the most interest
ing series of volumes ever published. but as an
educating and elevating influence for home
library its value is beyond estimates in dollars
and cents. And such handsome volumes as
they are. at price so lnarvellonsly low 50
cents for cloth. GO cents for half Morocco with
nine cents extra for postage. specimen vol
ume may be ordered with privilege of return
ing If not wanted. The publisher sends free
to any applicant an S4-page catalogue of his
publications. john b. ALDEN. Publisher. 1873
Pearl Street, New York; 2l9 Clark Street.
Chicago
GoDEY's FOR MAT.-The May number of
Godey's L1dy's Book is bright with spring sun
shinc and will be accepted everywhere as a
welcome visitor. The opening paper is the
third of g Half Hours with Classic Authors" :"
its subject being Schiller. the hest beloved poet
of Germany. The fashion Notes, Shopping
Hints. House and Home suggestions and re-
ceipts are all solid service to the ladies. and
are fully mp to the most exucting requirements.
Jenny June's letter from New York tells in
her own spicy manner " WhatSpine Brings to
Gutham" Price $500 year. with all sorts
of inducements to clubs. Write to the pub
fishers. 1921 Arch Street, Philadelphia. Pa
PETERsoN's MAGAZINE for May is at hand
and its contents are varied enough to suit the
most fastidious taste. Capital stories and
poetry are the rule. and. together with its su-
perb steel-plare and other Illustrations. make
the contents of each month a rich treat. In
all matters of dress, toilet, and nerGlewOTk,
Ieterson's designs and suggestions are
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housewives are always trustworthy. Terms only
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The issue of Literature, Alden's illustrated
weekly magazine. bearing date April 81, con-
| tains full reprint of the rather remarkable
paper on International Copyright recently
published by Senator Chace. of Rhode Island.
together with an extended and somewhat spicy
'Ii".'t mo r SCOT'T Prom
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1888-05-01
SPIRIT OF JEFFERSON.
oH.nlssrowx, Js,r.nsos coUs.I. W.. v.
TUESDAY ,foRN1Ne. MAY i. lssa.
Various Items.

The town council of Syracuse,
Kan, is composed entirely of women.
1t has been estimated that there
are $50. 900 electric lights in use in
this country.
The necessary amount {s100, ,ooo1
has been subscribed to the proposed
cooperative cotton factory at Colds
bero', n. c.
The Grand Commandary K. T. will
meet in Huntington on May 9Th, and
the State Medical Society meets on
the 10th of May in the same city.
A tsize" in a coat is an inch; in
underwear it is 2 inches; in sock,
1 inch; in a collar, ] inch; in shirt,
] inch; in shoes, 1-6 inch; in pants
l inch; in gloves. ] inch, and in hats
] of an inch.
1t is a singular fact that in Ne
braska there are no legal holidays
especially established by statute !;
and in Minnesota Westinghouse Birth
day is the only general holiday pro-
yided by law.
A Southwest Missouri attorney is
reported to have made the following
remarks in closing case: "Owing to
the perjury of witnesses, the igno-
rance of the jury, and the prejudice of
the judge, / expect to lose this case" !"
Texas is putting forth commend
able efforts in order to secure immi-
grants for it's rich acres. Dallas
county alone gives the State immi-
grafton bureau $1,000 per month,
and many of the other counties also
make handsome contributions.
In the office of the Recorder of
Deeds, Philadelphia, is preserved a
Justices docket over 100 years old.
One of the entries in the volume is as
follows: Commonwealth agt. Ste
phen Blunt, July "a, 1878. Charged
of drinking Damnation to General
Washington and all his army. De-
fendant held in f2OO."