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The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
Twelve Pages.
ON TDTHE SOUTHEAST,

The Austin committee that waited on
President Lott of the Aransas Pass rail
r nd in San An ohio last week, received at
his hands most courteous treatment, but
they also learned from him come very
plain and pointed things. They we're
told that il the railroad built to our city,
il would oOrae here not for the little bus
ness Austin would furnish il. bur for tho
railroad connections il would find here or
would secure for the city. That system
wants AN outlet to the norta over the ~
Louis Arkansas and Texas r"iIro'd' IL
has for some time been considering Inc
fsosibility OF constructing q line far to
me east of ue. up tie Brazos Valley
through CAM ron and On to Waco, where
il would connect with the ST. Louis, Az
kansas and Texas. The line for part of
this distance has been graded, but II
Austin and the country between here and
Yoakum will now promptly accept the
terms offered by President Lott, they will
route to the southeast. PRECEDENT Lott
placed no fancy figure upoa his offer; 1t Is
what he will build the railroad for, and he
will not build ii for cent less He was
open, plain and positive in hiG proposi-
ton, aud Austin must meet her share of
the expense fairly, squarely and to the
Iul
no compromise figure, and there
should be none. 1t i not thought
Aus. ius share of the bonus will
h, more than hundred thousand dollars
at the outside, IT will probably fall below
taat; but even should it be one hundred
and fifty thousand dollars, what is that
amount of money in comparison with the
value of the road! For, mark you, it
meuus not simply railroad southeast to
the gulf, but it also means line north to
connection with the st. Louis, Arkansas
a1d Texas. This, as President Lott has
said, is the chief inducement for him to
come to Austin, and this connection will
most assuredly be made An estimate
will be made to day of the approximate
cost of the bridge to cross
the Colorado, ana then Austin's bonus
can be definitely determined There is
about three weeks time to decide the
question of whether or not we will give
that bonus. But it should take only
day, ard should be settled this week. 1t
c,n be settled in only one business-like
way. and that is for Austin at once to bind
President Lott to his agreement by put
ting up the cod cash and securing deeds
to the right of way for his line through
Travis county and depot grounds in this
city.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
immigration Booming.

The influence of the immigration as
ISOLATION is being felt abroad, and the
good that is to grow out of it TO the
whole state cannot be estimated.
1t has, and is bringing the Lone Star
state prominently before the whole coun-
try and the world, and never before, in all
her history, has there been so much in
quiry from abroad, from those wanting
to secure homes in the great southwest.
Yesterday Secretary Chiffon received a
letter from Kansas, wanting the names of
railroads selling excursion tickets to
Texas, and asking the price of 200 ticket:
for persons to visit Texas.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
Texas Patents,

The following patents we're granted to
citizens of Texas, bearing date of March
20, 1883. (Reported expressly for The
STATESMAN by Louis Bagger & Co., me-
chanical experts and solicitors of patents,
Washington, d. G. Advice freel:
NO. 319,554-Frank L. Aten, Round
Rock corn planting attachment.
No. 379,5Sl-Mathew Kell, Granbury,
ant trap.
No. 1886 "A. VI D. O'Nea', AedU,
cOtton-stalk cutter.
No. 379,66l-B. ". Raines, Blossom
Prairie, quilting frame
No. 379,776-G. A. Riede, Cedar, boiler
feeder regulator.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
THE BIG SUITS.
Another Claimant in the Field for
Valuable Property.

Al
Some time back The STATESMAN pub
lished the fact that a grandson of Colonel
Cooke, of the Army of Texas during the
revolution for independence, had turned
up in this city and had instituted suit to
recover some valuable property ia the
city and county, once owned by Colonel
Cooke. The suits, as published, have
been brought i'll the United State, and
district courts, and will be tried at the
present term. One of the claimants, A
daughter of Colonel and Mrs. Cooke-Mrs.
Mary A. Hardy, of Robertson county-is
in the city to give attention to the matter
aud it is quietly bruited about that prepa-
rations are being made to institute pro-
ceedings to recover the lots on which
stand the First National bank building
and the ones now occupied by the Hutch
ings Printing house. The suits are very
important, involving as they do property
worth thousands of dollars, aud their
progress and final termination will be
watched with interest. Mrs. Hardy and
Mr.. Bennett are very sanguine of success
and have no fears as to the final result.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
Still THEW Come.

Yesterday the following persons regis
tered at immigration headquarters: G..
L. Davis, box 80, Cave Springs, Floyd
county, Ga; Il. NJ. Malcombe, MaguOketa,
Jackson county, Ia; G. G. Ihurston, Wen
donside by Waikaice, Otago, New Zealand;
James Newcomb, San Antonio; c. E
Bush, Dwell, VT; L. H. AxtelIe, box A
Reels, Ia; B. E. Harris, Hopewell, n. G..
Horace Buckner, Sunnyside, Cumberland
countv Va
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
OFF for Dallas,

Last night Mr.. B. G. Giles, member of
the state democr executive committee
for this district, and Colonel Will Lam
bert, secretary, left for Dallas, to attend
a meeting of the committee to- day to fix
time and select place of meeting for
the state democratic conventions.
His Honor Mayor Male and Mr.. Charley
Caldwell went up to lay before the com
mi tee the claims of AUSTIN, and to urge
the holding of one of the conventions in
this city
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
Horse Thieves.

Depredations by horse thieves are be-
coming distressingly frequent. few
nights ago Judge Hancock lost fine
horse, and Saturday night very fine
animal was stolen from Prof. G. s. Knott,
who lives abont three miles south of the
city on Barton creek Farmers should
keep sharp look ont for suspicious
loaters in their neighborhoods.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
CARLISLE AND THE SUGAR DUTIES.

The views of Mr.. Carlisle, as expressed
in recent interview in the New York
Herald, on the sugar duties, will attract
attention throughout the country, and be
of special interest in Texas and Louisiana.
Heis represented as announcing himself
directly and unequivocally opposed 10 a
repeal of duties on sugar. This may seem
strange for 50 prominent leader in
the so called free trade movement.
However. the speaker of the house
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29

Now, Willie" said the Sunday school
teacher, what is the lesson to-day
about" Daniel in the lions den'
That's right and how did Daniel come
10 be in the lions dem" Il reckon ne
wsntsd to get away from the fellers that y.
make Jokes about him and the president
-Msrchaut Traveller.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
The Most Agreeable.

As well as the most effective, method of
dispelling headaches, colds and fevers, or
cleansing the system, is by taking a few
doses OF the pleasant California liquid
fruit remedy Syrup of Figs. Sold in 50
cents and : bottles, by all leading drug
gistS. M. A. Crosby, agent, Austin.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
Sound and Sensible.

from the Bastrop Advertiser.
Dlstrust of law causes mob law. Let
the statute law be strictly enforced and
applied by those who have sworn upon
tnelr oaths to do SO, and there will be no
dlstrust of law and no mob law.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
The Passover.

Last evening at sundown begun the
Jewish feast to commemorate the deliv-
erance and exodus of the Hebrews from
egyptian bondage. Solemn and impress
slVe services were held at the synagogue
ia:t evening, and they will be repeated to-
night and every night this week.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29

Grocer Ito boy)-"What are you doing,
James" James-"Puttin' sand in the
sugar" Grocer-"Well, that won't do.
lou must put the sugar in the sand, and
Inen IL customer asks if We put sand in
our sugar you can truthfully say no. You
viii find, James, as you acquire more
business experience, that, in the long run,
truth always pays."-New York SIM
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
AUSTIN, TAYLOR AND WACO.

Messrs. Threadgill and Parker, of Tay
lor, were in Austin yesterday to confer
with our railroad committee in regard to
the construction of a road from Waco,
through McLennan, Falls and Milan to
the city of Taylor, in Williamson county,
and thence on to Austin. Messrs. VIM.
Cameron and other wealthy citizens of
Waco, have already obtained the charter
for road covering portion of the ter
ritory named, and arpnow out on the pro
posed line with a surveying party. Owing
to the engagements of our railroad
committee with the chief engineer and
chief of construction Of the San Antonio
and Arkansas Pass road, they were unable
to meet Mr. Cameron yesterday, as re
questcd by him, but have arranged to
meet him and the Waco committee at
Taylor next Tuesday, April ), for full
discussion of the matter. The line of
this proposed road passes through very
rich and thickly populated country, and
would make a valuable outlet for Austin.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
Hon E. B. Turner.

Hon. E. B. Turner continues toimprove,
hrt dnas - SLOWLY. He is still very feeble,
and il wi be some time before he Will be
able to be out,
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
GIlmore's Band.

The manager of Gilmore'S band mas
w,it,eo Secretary Chiffon, Of tins lmmi-
yration associa,iou, that ii it is possible
they will arrange the "Capltot Wa!'z lor
their band and play Is at the drill
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29

This is a queer looking building, isn't
it," he asked. stopping in front of house
on Lafayette square. "Yes; it is quite
odd and quite old" she replied, evincing
much interest. Is 1t old" "Oh, yes;
very old. l can remember WIENER
er-have you ever noticed, Mr.. De Smith,
what beautiful streets we have in Wash
iugton :'-Washiugtou Critic.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29

VIM. ChamOeria1~ stockman of Cam.
IRON iron county WHO "a racern. bitten by
.aolu w1-t' near BrownsYi,a, Aes started
10 90 a., the way to Paris, France. to BE-
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
Free Admission

To arties furnishing the great drill with
goo1 saddle-horses and saddles nedhesr
d.y and Saturday, the 10Th and lSth Oh
Nv next. Make a note of this.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29

There l. 20 be great gathering of
Bap'i~'s in Washington next May. Some
1000 Delegates. representing 10000
churches, have been enrolled
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
CITY AND COUNTY.
TFBOM TUESDAYS DAILY.
The Grand Jury.

The Grand larry will not convene again
until way n, aud III the boys viii near
son,thing hum il all signs do not tail'
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29
TINS Texas State Fair and Dallas E1

THE Texas State Fair and Dallas Ex.
position" announces the third annual
encsmpment for October IL to 81, iuclu-
sive. The dates will be craven on our
memory, and large Austin contingent
will visit you at that time, as on the two
former occasions. Such institutions de.
serve the support aud encouragement OF
the entire state.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29

The decree of March u eutrusts
Crown Prince William with the conduct
of state business; and it is said the EN-
peror holds another decree in allegiance
that gives the crown prince fuller powers
IN case the emperor grows worse sud
denly. Though Frederick is Emperor in
name, Crown Prince William and Prince
Bismarck rule the German empire.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29

ALREADY a mile and half of the needed
right of way for the railroad to the south
east, it ia understood, has been secured
through the public-spirited action of Mr..
j. NJ. Day. That much of the line has
been donated by Mr.. Day, and it is hoped
the whole thirteen miles are owned by
such progressive business men. When
you want to pat your finger on a man
who can quickly see good thing and has
the grit to seize the opportunity, you can
always call the turn on Doc Day. Would
that Austin had thousand of such men.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29

Yes" said Algernon Tracy to the
young lady with whom he was chatting,
lit is useess.to complain of what cal t be
helped. Man proposes and God disposes."
As to the latter part of the remark, she
reratel, I'm not prepared to speak, but
as to the first part can only say that
some do and some don't."-Merchant
Traveller
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29

An old master knocked down for $500!
read old Mrs. Nearsight in an art sale re
port. Well" she continued, $500 Is a
good deal of money, but | shouldn't think
any man save a highway robber would be
brutal enough to knock down an old mas
ter for any amount of money. Spose
he was afraid to tackle young MASTER
NOrristuwu Herald.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29

4 Ccuel Slur-"I often wonder what my
ancestor Adam said when ne first met
Eve" WAS he an ancestor OF yours
"Certaiuly." Then guess he asked her
IN loan him S2."-Linculu journal.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29

Pink gums and mouth and dazzling teeth
And breath OF balm and lips of rose
Are found not in this world beneath
With young or old, save only those,
Who ever wisely, while they may,
U,e SOZODONT by night and day.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1888-03-29

lection of facts pertaining to the state 5
wealth. CONDITION and resources, soclally'
morally and financially
From sundays Daily,
Tie Texas Panhandle route will be open
for pa-sengs r. about April l. The exact
distance |. tween Denver and Fort Worth
j. SIS miles. OF these 400 miles Is from
Denver To the Texas state liue and runs
through coal aud agricultural country
while It taps, by a trackage arrangement
with the Midlard, the mining resources OF
L.advi!ie and Aspen. In Texas the road
will run through Il stock raising, grain
growing and fruit bearing country Tor
over 400 mills or more.-Houston Post.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-03
ABOUT WOMEN.

A German officer cannot marry an Ameri- can woman without Bismarck's consent
 Women do the work of ushering people to their places in most of the theatres in Paris.
 Twenty-three Montana mail routes are to be run for four years by a woman, Mrs. Ira McLane.
 Winifred Frulick, a school mistress in Amador county, Cal, recently killed eight quail at one shot.
 At the Beauty Show" recently held at Spa, Germany, eleven different countries were represented.
 A Kentucky girl measues 2 feet inches around the waist, feet inches around the arm and weighs 672 pounds.
 The young women of Anthony, Kan, spend so much of their time in the saddle that it Is said the horses at that place are be- coming lop sided.
 The housekeeper of Warwick castle in England, who died recently, left fortune of 5000, all of which had come to her in the shape of fees from visitors.
 Women who prefer enjoyment to ennui are spending their leisure hours in bead work, an old time amateur industry which is being revived quite commonly.
 'It is an undeniable fact that many of our American women are better informed than their husbands and have infinitely more dis erection" says The Working Woman
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-03
Nothing Goes Unless it is Good.

It is pleasure to doal at a place where you are certain that an inferior article will not be pawned off on you. Nothing but good clothing is sold at Hirshs ten per cent one price clothing company. Remem- Der we tell you exactly what garment is Our salesmen are not allowed to misrepre- sent ; they must tell you just what the garment is that you purchase, otherwise we will cheerfully refund you the money. Call and examine our prices; our goods will bear inspection our goods are all marked in plain figures, A child can buy from us as well as the most competent per son.
 Hirsh's ten per cent one price clothing Co.,, 1354 Bank street. Notice: Our factories are located at 306 Main street and 43 North Third street Philadelphia, Penn.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-03

L. NJ. Meyer returned heme last evening after few weeks absence.
 The Kellogg battalion, Lewis guards, Munson zouaves, French Republican club, and the "Mother. Hubbard" Republican club of this city attended the republican state parade at Bridgeport last night. The provisions gave out before the hungry army were half fed, otherwise the parade was a success.
 A large audince assembled at City hall last evening to get a look at Morgan G. Bulkeley, republican candidate for gover- nor. K. T. Turner introduced MT Bulke' ley who made a short and uninterestine address, and then left the hall and took [ special train for Meriden. Joseph l.. Bar bour followed Mir Bulkeley giving one of the most unique and Imaginable speeches of tht campaign.
 The Crane Art Go have made quite a hi in the recent opening of the only ground floor gallery in Waterbury. MT Crane, thu leader in the enterprise, is so we'll knowl in the city and throughout the state that it is needless to speak t' any extent of his abilities, it i sufficient to say that he ha no superior in the state and few equals The new studio is tastefully fitted up, ant no detail that would add to the comfor of patrous has been overlooked. A cordia invitation is extended to all to visi the studio at 57 East Main street.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-03
INTIMIDA WORKNIEN.
A Reminder of One Reduction in Wages in Waterbury.

in Waterbury.
 To the Editor of the DEMoCRAT:-
 gentleman in this city received letter a few days since from hls brother in Cali fornia (not Murchison) in which he says My boss tells me if Cleveland is elected my wages will be reduced 10 per cent What grand old party indeed The writer adds: 'I suppose if the other fellow is elected my wages will be increased lover the left"
 The workingmen of Waterbury no doubt remember the cut in wages in the brass rolling mills few years ago when a re- duction was made in wages of about 9 cents per day. What did this mean for the workingmen! It meant his five tons of coal for the winter, three barrels of flour suit of clothes, and about $10 besides What did it mean for the employees: Well for the mill employing 300 men it meant at least S2O, ,O00 every year. Workingmen should remember that this cut was not during a democratic administration neither can it be laid to the Mills bill. MN
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-03
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION FAIR.
A Handsome Display of Articles in the
 New Hall.

There was busy party of young ladies assisted by the madames from the convent and the Sisters of Charity at work in St Patrick's hall today preparing it for the opening of the church of the Immaculate Conception fair this evening. The hall is handsomely decorated and the tables, five in number, are pleasantly arranged and loaded down with handsome and useful articles. Eight hand some chandeliers with 40 burners made by the Breckenridge company of Meriden will furnish an abundant light, In the north side of the hall the gypsy tent is sit uated and the art gallery is located on the south side. An are electric light has been placed outside the building and every preparation has been made for T successful opening. There will be an address by Mayor Boughton this evening; a chorus, "Harvest Moon," by the choir, and a Medley, No 1, by quartette.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-03
TRIED no KILL HIMSELF.
A Guest at New Haven Hotel Who
 Wished to Die.

Early yesterday morning man who who was registered at the Elliott house, New Haven as "Mr Washington Lee, D attempted to commit suicide by cutting his throat. Dr SkiH was summoned and soon got the man into comfortable con- ditior, although his wound narrowly escaped being fatal.
 His wife was with him at the hotel and earlier in the evening had called the ser vices of physician to treat him for nervous prostration.
 The action of Mr and Mrs Lee were most strange and it was the opinion of those who had an opportunity of watching them that both that the man and woman were suffering from some great mental strain. MT Lee was taken to the hospital and his wife accompanied him.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-03
WORLD OF SPORTS.

Patrick Sutton, the Waterbury middle weight, who defeated Burns last May after one of the most terrific battles ever wit messed, will probably come to New York in few weeks. He will perfect his knowledge of the science, do some gymna- sium and track work, then challenge any of the middle-weights, barring only Jack Dempsey Evening World.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-03
DRIVEN FROM HOME.

The Great Prairie Fire in Minnesota
 still Raging.
 JACKSON, Minn, Nov 3.-The great prairie fire in Sioux Valley township is still raging ferceiy and unless soon checked by rain dozens of families will be driven from their homes. Five lives are reported to have been lost
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-03
FROM THE STANDARD.

A communication from a ''Neteran Sol dier" in another column tells some plain truths about the claims of that class upon the consideration of their fellow citizens It will be cold day for the republican, or any other party, which makes portion of it's declaration of principles the announce ment that it '' is tired of tue claims of the old S0lAierS V
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-03

For infants and childrens wear go to I. Chase, Arcade building.
 A special and low price sale of books at Mar tin Bergin's, 62 South Main street.
 Read the Waterbury Furniture Co.'S ''ad" on ''Is Marriage Failure
 Extra super ingrain carpets at Miller X Peck's very cheap
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-11-03
BUSINESS ANNOUNCEMENTS.

Bridgeport, Oct 30, 1888.
National Republican., 1888-04-26

The following lodges VIII meG! tonight at
iru piur,s named
Masonic Sew .,lu.Hrm No ., Mu.oni,
!vmp,r: Harmony. NJ. IT,, Masonic Temple;
Gpurgr e. Nhtiig. Su. .? Georgetown: Wash.
ugt"r A. \. rhaptcr. No. ., Masonic rcmDir.
T. Il. -. L. Columbia. %o. ia, odd Fellows
Hall: Oriental. SO. ~. odd Fellows Hall:
Iii, ud.hip. 40. -, rrmsyly0nia avenue and
Twentieth street nnrthwcNt' Covenant, No.
-. odd Frll"ws' Rail Grnrg"t"wn
Knight, "r ryh.os Union, No, y, seventh
aud l. streets northwest.
toe. .. - John. NJ. ~. Washington
HAL, gum.yNan,a avenue aud Third street
Knigit, Of Honor National, No. Gl}, H. of
II Hall. -, loud Building.
knights of GuNlyu sa=ir Am@icu castle,
N". ., M,'an'"y's llall, !U' Pennsylvania ave
iG."t H. NJ. 1u,rmua. No. :. oid Eel.
lows Hall. Eighth street southeast; Logan,
N", $. Murky' Hal, rhty;,crond street;
y. l., or H. Harmony. 30. l3i l." Droit
GuildiuI room n.
-. g. T. Star of Hope. Nc. Il. rcnn.y'Na.
mia ay,uur and Nineteenth street northwest.
l. q. NJ. William Louis srbicy, ~. !, odd
Fellow. Hall, Georgetown: Friend snip No. :.
Muurr'~ Hal, 500 Nnt! street nuHiMrs'.
National Union central Council V" !io.
-, siytll street uumlwc>'.
O. I. \. M.-libety Council ~ =, Still
hams llul.. iU!3 seventh street
~. "A. Vi. IN Mount \ clnuu conn II. Ne.
70. Baum, Hall, Fourth and Fast capitol
unio Veteran Union .rlanro'A. 80. (, o!i
Z street.
"a. IL. Emu.idc. Nu. :. q. \. Il, Hail.
Pennsylvania avenue northwest
order OF the iron Hall Lu"a Branch SO, 30
-. cloud Building corner of Smith and t
.trpots.
Knight. of lIorur pn,tunirr Council. No
rot iOO1 & stlrct northwest: East Washington
roulcil 80. ~. odd Fellow. iIalj Yuyy
Yard,