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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
CONTROL OF THE BLOCK TIN MARKET

Pittsburg, April e5 (Specap.-some inside facts
have reached the American Tin Plato Association,
which has its headquarters in this city, about an
Elropean syndicate, the operations of which are con
stant menace to Pttsburgs II Ii. Dcmmler of the
association yesterday called attention to the fact that
the price of block tin in this country was almost ex
cusvcly controlled by this syndicate The syndicate
Is composed of French manufacturers and they havc
been successful In gaining control of the great part
OF tho conner and tin mines in the United states For
some time they have been trying 10 get Epglish man
ufacturers TO 90 In with them, but up TO the present
time have not succeeded - A., - o,.
Their method of procedure is to buy up the product
Of the mines for number Of years, paying certain
price and then in case Of advance In the price OF
Commodity paying a certain per cont OF this ADVANCE
As proof OF the success OF this syndicate Mr. DENIM
Ter etaed that since December last II had advanced the
price Of copper cents pound, and In tho last yoar
the price Of block tin from % TO S5 and 80 cents INC
removal Of the duty on block tin would so lower us
prico that this syndicate would have full sway.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
NOT SILENCED BY HIS DEFEAT.
EX-SENATOR MCDONALD WARNING THE INDIANA
DEMOCRATS AGAINST GOVERNOR GRAY.

EX-SENATOR MCDONALD WARNING THE 1NDiAhA
DEMOCRATS AGAINST GOVERNOR GRAY.
indianapolis, April 25.-An open letter from ex-
Senator Joseph E. Mcdonald was published to-day,
In which he writes "To my Democratic friends IN
Indiana as follows:
1t is more forty years since first took active
mart in support OF the Democratic party In this State,
where almost my whole life has been passed, and from
that time down to present there have been few II
OF its State Conventions that have not attended, and
no general canvass which have not tskeo part The
reason why 1 shall be with you I'm convention on
Thursday OF this week s perhaps better known TO others
than TO myself know Of reason for this defeat, ex
cep that 1t well understood that dd not favor the
movement inaugura tmo since to put the Demo-
cratic party Indiana the novel and false position
Of actively seeking the second place tho Presidential
ticket and especially 1t was known also that went
into the convention as delegate 1 would oppose any
those who were instrumental preventing me from be-
coming delegate the convention that In 60 doing they
would succeed sleDcing this subject they VIII
find that they have been greatly mistaken. feel too
deep an interest history the past record and the
future Democratic party in Indiana to be silent
upon grave question, ana cannot believe that the
representatives. a that party who meet here this week VIII
its honor and its dignity to the ambition OF one
President Cleveland will undoubtedly be reaominated
and will be elected unless weighed down by q running
mate such as the movement this In favor OF Gov
ernor Gray proposes TO furnish him The Democratic
party Indiana IT in its to the State, but
has no margin TO spare vain endeavor TO feed the In
satable ambition Of Governor Gray whose political record
shows higher purpose aim than personal aggrandize
ment cry, has connected himself with the
Democratic party has been that OF the horseeeeh ana
plate like that OF oliver Twist is always held up
forf
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
o1EReYMEN 70 oosFER WITH Mr. oARHEGIE.

Adees from Pittfburg. PENN received last night an
nounccd that the Rev. Father Hickey and the Row Dr.
Boyle the former Catholic and the latter Presbyterian
clergyman Of Braddock Penn and both interested In the
labor troubles at the Edgar Thomson steel works Of An
drew Carnegie were in NewYOk for the purpose Of hold
ing another conference with great ironmsster II the
report Oe true the reverend gentlemen have kept eus
since their arrival in NewYork for their names were not
registered st any hotel late hour last night Mr..
Carnegie who has been indsposed for several days. was
his house, No West Fifty st. last evening
and said There is truth the report as far as
know Even though the two clergymen should come 20
New.York they will meet with no encouragement on my
part their purpose be to advocate the cause OF the
strikerA further conference is now impossble.n
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
LITTLE DONE BIZ THE BEER STRIKERS.

The brewery propnctors gained an important point
yesterday without trying to do The meeting Of
saloon keepers held in East Nnth-st yesterday, at
The suggestion OF East Side quordeales did not at
tract as much attention as was expected. 1t was
admitted In the afternoon by Secretary selfer OF the
bossesS association, that more pressure was being
exerted in the boycott on pool" beer than was an
tlcpsted but Mr. Scifert repeated that the bosses
would close their establishments before they would
permit the unions TO win this fight. Enthusiastic
meetings were held In Clarendon Hall In the after
noon IL was reported at the headquarters Of the
United States Brewers Association, No Irving
place, that committees from the journeymen unions
were calling on the brewery proprietors and making
them offers TO remove the boycott entirely II they
individually would take back their old employees and
discharge tho newly hired men. This action on the
part Of the considered hrstclaSs evidence
that they were hard pressed In the novel war Ths
trades unions undoubtedly 10 sympathy with the
union employees. and contributing financial sup
port The fact remains that the propflct0rs prac-
Iicsiy wor the fight within forty eight hours after
thc lockout" announced Deliveries OF beer are
being made with regularity, ana the majority OF
liquor dealers do not bother themselves about the
Deer brewers troubles any more
large meeting OF the slate and metal roofers'
Protective Union was held last night In Clarendon
NAL. Upward OF 500 members wero present. There
was gsat deal OF enthasiasm, and the routine bus-
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
POLITICAL MORDER LN LOUISLANA.
THE RECENT COUNTING EXPLOITS OF THE DEMO-
cRArs ACCOMPANIED WITH AssAssINATION.

THE RECENT COUNTING EXPLOITS OF TIE bEho-
Gratis ACCOMPANIED WITH ASSASSINATION.
New-orleans April 25 (specaD.-" The Evening
Itcm' of this city, to-day publishes the foilowing
".The Item yesterday received information from
Monroe to the effect that on Sunday April o. William
Adams resident OF Ouachita Parish, was shot to
death by unknown persona at tho Court House In that
town Adams was a Republican, and Just before the
election came to this city and obtained from Governor
warmoth authority to distribute the Republican tickets
In Ouacha Franklin and other parishes OF that district
He rendered himself obnoxious to those who dominated
the politics of that district and this led to bis assass
nation. The number Of engaged In the affair
could not bc asccrtaned On inquiring why no telo-
grams other intelligence had been sent to the cty'
the gentleman said that there was an apparent reign
of terror in and that the people did not dare
scnd out tho news for fear Of being assaulted.
Seeking further information from different source
Tho Item was informed that Adams had tho reputa-
ton OF being rough and dangerous man or swamp
ANGEL Some years ago he was tried for the murder
Of Judge Crawford and Arthur Harris, District-At-
torney Of that district He was, however acquitted
of this charge.
astil another statement is that no was first shot
in the Court House yard, wounded IN the nose and a
and that he then retreaed his house. from which he
subsequently returned to the Court House Upon en-
tering the Court House scunng was heard and II Is
spposed that he was killed with knives Shortly after
carriage was driven away from the OpuEt HOUSE, n,
which is supposed to have contained his BODY which
has not been found The local papers Oh the parish
give no particulars of the tragedy but say that Adams
has Disappeared
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
ENrurs1AsM FOR BLAINE IN TEXAS

Fort Worth. Tex, April 25 (Speclal) before
in the history OF political conventions in this state has
such enthusiasm and excitement been created as was
shown to-day in the Texas Republican convention
whom the name of Mr. Blaine was mentioned Inc
Maine statesman swept tho State and eleven OF 'I'
thirteen delegates elected to go to Chicago Will nsn'
for him to tho last Every spealer was ior biaihc'
Judge Rector In his speech alluded to Alison Gresham
Sherman and Harrison, and as each was mention'u
thers applause; but when he said: II you noun
nate the Plumed Knight James G. Blaihe' 'ne uolo-
gates went wild. Nearly every man on his feot,
waving his hat and shouting himself hoarse. Ladies
waved their handkerchlefs and the colored delsgaes
went Wild with delight. O. T. lyon OF DsGress Of
Austin and r. NJ Ferguson eolorcd of Fort Bend sro W
tho delegates at-srge all for Blaine nrs., tno" o
the man who carry the doubtful statoS
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
PROTECTING THE FORESTS.
IMPORTANT AMENDMENTS TO THE BILL ExTESDISs
LIE pnwERs OF THE CsMMIssIsN

IMPORTANT AMENDMENTS TO THE BILL EXTENDING
THE POWERS OF THE COMMISSION
Albany, April 25 (specaD.-The Forest Commission
bil defining and extending the powers Of the Forest
Commission. was discussed at length In the Senate
tonight. The bill amended as TO require the
unanimous consent Of all the members OF the COM
mission before applicant can lease plot OF ground
for use during the summer The section allowing the
cutting down Of trees stricken out Senator Erwin
introduced the resolution making the unanimous consent
of the commission necessary before campers out can
lease the plets of ground. Mr. Kellogg didn't like
any intrusion the forest preserves OF the State,
but Senator Scan said he did not think that any OF
those people who rented tho plots would commit dep
rotations that might make them liable TO punish
ment. The bill ordered 10 third reading.
Senator Arnold got his bill 10 prevent trust COM
blnations third reading tonight. and 1t Will be
read on next Tuesday
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
SERIOUS ILLNESS OF PrrrsBURo BANKER

Wilson Mccandless, president Of the Allegheny
National Bank, of Pittsburs, and prominent Re-
publican OF the banner county OF Allegheny, IS
dying a, Dr. wylios private hospital In Fortiethse
Mr. Mccandless arrived here over week ago, With
the intention OF taking trip TO the Bermudas TOT
his health He was taken III before ho. arrived here,
however. and was compelled TO remain In New-York.
His wife ard family camo here to attend Mr.. Me-
Candies In his illness. whichs locked upon as fatal
by the physicians In charge. Henry stewart, cashier
OF the Allegheny National Bank and wcllkncwn
associate Of Christopher A. Magcc, the Pennsyivsi
nia Republcan ohcftaln, registered ct the Hoffman
House last evening, being brought to New-Yogk BY
the serious illness Of President McCandess.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
NJ. CARNOT AS A COUNTER IRRITANT.
MAKING TOUR OF FRANCE TO CURE THE BoULAN
GER FEVER.


Paris, April 25-Presidcnt Carnot, accompanied by
N. Lochroy Minister OF Public Instruction and NJ
Dclune- Montaud. Minister of Public Works left Paris
to-day a tour Of France. He cordially wei
coined at the depos along the route. At ycrzon the
Project expressed the confidence Of the inhabitants in
tho Presidents patriotism and devotion The Republic.
Much enthusiasm was manifested by the people.
NJ Csrnot was met at the various places by officials
expressing their attachment and devotion to the Re-
public, and was every where received with accamaton.
Sometimes shouts for Boulanger mingled with the
cheers. At Souterrainc, replying TO the Mayor, the
President said :" You arc right In thinking that
shall know how to defend the Republic against enemies
within and without"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
FOUR WOMEN BADLY BURNED.
AFRAID TO LEAP INTO THE LIFE NET.
ANOTHER BLAZE IN rwENrY-EIGHTH-sT-NoN
FyPFcTTD TO DIE


EXPECTED TO DIE.
Several women who inmates Of the house No.
SO West Twenty .eighth-st came near being burned
TO death early yesterday morning The police OF tho
Nineteenth Precinct raided tho place on April and
Mrs Imro Endorf was arrested and held for trial In
the Court of General Sessions yesterday on charge OF
keeping a disorderly house. Flames were discovered
in the house at 80 a. m. yesterday. They had
started in the basement and had gone up through the
four stories to the roof cutting OFF all way OF escape
by tho outer doors, before tho inmates were awake
Mrs Endorf who slept the first floor, was the only
one who escaped without much difficulty.
Five other women were IN rooms on the upper hoors.
Two of them were colored servants lfe-savlng nes
was stretched by the frcmen below the windows.
Hattie String made spring from the window-sin ana
landed on the edge Of tho net She rebounded to tho
sidewalk and was hurt by the fall. Annie Faun clung
to the window-sll until fremen went up on ladder
and carried her down. She was burned seriously
Mrs. II ances Tipney housekceper, climbed out OF
thlrdstory window after being burned about the body
She managed to get footing on stone coping below
the window and to climb to the window
Of the adjoining house, No. 55, into which
she was assisted by the occupants Minnie Lewis
the house No. 81. Her clothes were ablaze and shs
was burned severely.
Frances Russell, who occupied a room on the
second foor climbed out Of window, caught hold OF
some telegraph wires and let herself down to the yard
She escaped with light injuries Tho four women who
su fered most from the fire removed 10 the New
York and Bellevue Hospitals. None Of them was ex.
pected die yesterday. The damage by the hre ala
not exceed $1,000. 1t was not known how the hrc
eta
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
BLAINE DELEGATES FROM FLORIDA

Jacksonville, Fla, April 25 spcclaD'-Ine hopuo- %
lican State Convention finished ns worn 'ou~; -
sectnr delegates from the Ist and lid Congressional
districts and then adjourned. Colonel f. n WICKER
OF Key West. aud George Wells, of Pensacola, were
elected from the Ist and John H. Russell OF &c,
and James H. Shelly, of Palatka' from '. lno M hnId
Blaine men The State Executive Conmteo Hcneri Of
Jacksonville as chairman, adjourned for fortnight
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
Mp srE,ywAY WILL LEAVE A PROXY.

st. Louis. April o5.-coloncl J. Fl. Prather' COM
mittceman for Missouri on the Natlonai Democra'io
Committee, has been informed Dy william o'olhwas'
NJ Now.York who was elected at Washington in Feb
rlary TO nll the place made vacant in the National
Committee BY the death Of Hubert o. Thompson that
having been unexpectedly called to go to Europe, he
win no, be in attendance at the 6c Nst0Gi % S GSnseDs1a Senon
nent ~ proIy viii be given to the local committee
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
pRorEssos eonDwIy SMITH oy Mr.. DBPsr.

Ithaca, N. Y. April 25 (spccia.-ProfeSsor Goodwin
smith OF Canada arrived hero yesterday, and is tho
guest Of Douglass Doardman, mo dean OF tho Cornell
University Law School In an interview this amer
noon the Professor s.id Tho little onslaught made
upon mo by Mr.. Chaupcey NJ Depew, at the dinner OIL
the ST. Georges Society," in New-york, take to have
been merely premonltory symptom his part Of tho
Presidential fever, and ncpent courtshIp OF the
Irish vots Professor smith win glyo two lectures,
one the latter part of this week and the other carly
next week. the relations of English poetry to Eng
llsh history.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
THE EMPEROR CONTINUES TO IMPROVE.
HE LUNCHES HEARTILY AND HAS LITTLE FEVER

HoNoRs TO THE QUEEN.
BERLIN. April 25.-The Emperor rose at D O'CLOCK
this morning He felt refreshed after his nights rest
and enjoyed two cups OF tea and a few hGtt cakes.
The Grown Prince visited him at O'Clock, and after
ward the Crown Princess paid him a long visit Tho
Emperor lunched heartily taking the meal In bed.
His temperature this evening was l01 degrees Al
IL O'Clock tonight he had little fever, and was gain
Ing strength.
Owing to the improved condition Of the Emperor,
Queen Victoria has decided to remain here until Ihurs-
day. She will attend parade of the Life GUARDS at
D. m. TO- morrow, and Will dine at p m, Leaving
for homo between and p. In spite OF the cold
rain today crowds of people went from Berlin TO
Charottenburg with the twoold object of seeing the
Queen and hearing the latest reports concerning the
Emperor.
The Dowager Empress Augusta called on the queen
this afternoon After visit Of thrty-ive minutes,
the two ladies' drove in landau to the British En-
bassy In a second carriage were Princess Beatrice
and the Emperors three daughters, and In third
Prince Henry of Battenberg. Tea was served at the
Embassy, the Crown Prince, who was followed later
BY the Crown Princess and Count Herbert Bismarck,
being present. From the Embassy the Queen and the
Empress drove to the English chapel in the MonbIou
Plats, and after remaining tweDty minutes returned
to Charottenburg.
banquet given az the palace at O'CLOCK, al
which all the royal princes and princesses were pres
ent. Among the guests Prince Bismarck Count
Herbert Bismarck, General Won Motke, Minister Won
Puttkamer Count Stolberg, Generals Abedyl, Achen-
bach, von Pape, Eulenberg and Won Rauch me @ Duhe
Of Rutland Sir f. b. Malet, the British Ambassa ad0r
and HIS wife, and all the physicians attending the En-
pcror, including Drs. Mackenzie and Howell
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
THE CONKLING MEMORIAL.

COLONEL ROBERT G. INGERsoLL THE UNANI
NOUS CHOICE FOR ORATOR
Albany, April 25.-rhe following dispatch was sent
tbs evening 10 Colonel Robert @. Ireersoll
You are the unanimous choice OF the Legislative Com
ittee TO deliver the memorial address in the Assembly
Chamber in honor OF the late Roscoe Conkling. The
Legislature will adjourn May IL 1t is desired to
hold the exercises prior TO that date VIII you please
designate evening that will best accommodate you
for that purposei H. j. CoG'EsHALlr
JAMES w. Hustled.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
ALARMED ABoUr PAUL BAUER

Paul Bauer the proprietor Of Bsuers Hotel at coney
Island who has been aborng under mental arrangement
Island yesterday for Brook
lyn and Sew-York with a coach and driver He visited
several places and na leaving the COACH told the coach
to wait for him The eoachmsn waited for an hour
when ne returned Coney Island without Bauer Bauer
had not returned up 70 late hour and II Ia feared that
something has happened 10 hin, general alarm has
been sent out
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
REVOLT FROM BOSS RULE IN VIRGINIA

Richmond, Va, April 25 (spcciall.-Tho Hlenuo rO u
ex-senator Mahone In this city. say they seo
ment in favor of Blaine for President In Johh ,.
opposition to the present plan of party organization
in the State. The Malone Republicans havo lost a
number of counties that regarded as ~.
Sherman but large portion of the stato no, o"
no report of the preferences Of the s much
Is generally thought that Wlses lono"'"e
larger than was anticipated
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
FOUR MEN BURIED ALIVE.
A CAyINe TRENCH sMoThERs ITALIAN LABoREEs


TWO OTHERS INJURED.
Michael VAIL James Holson, Melock Flynn and
Patrick Kennedy, laborcrs in tho employ of j. g. G.
Stewart, were killed yesterday afternoon by the fall
ing in Of tho side of trench which they were dig
ging for sewer in warburton- ave-. Yonkcrs water
main which ran along the side of the trench and had
been recently laid caused the cavcn and was broken
in ,hc fall, illIng The hole with water as wou as
dirt and stones. Two other men, John Keatlng and
Patrick Flynn we ee near tho falling bank, but with
the aid of their fellow aborcrs got out alive The
former badly injured and was taken 10 The River,
side Hospital 1t was hours before the buried
men could be cxtrtcated-
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
NATIONAL pELEGATEs FRoM OIiIo.

Akron Ohio, April 25 Cspecial-Dees.'e, 70 s"e
Chicago National Convention were eec'ou he,u '".sS
from the xxth congr..sIOual District and while they
onenly Indorscd Jobn sherman for President, four
efth, OF tho delegates in tho convention favored Mr.
blaine, as was freely admitted. The delegates arc
c. J. Manx. OF Cleveland: and W. l. smyser, s1o Oh
Wooster Tho altcrnstes are A. d. Coic' Vi AStvn wvn
and Robert Mcdowell, OF Medina Juafo ~ a., - .,un
son. of Medina was nominated for Prosidehtai eoe'oh
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
TWO DELEGATES WITHOUT INSTRUCTION

Elmlra April 2s (spocIaD. KepuON0.h ~. ~au
quarters in this city were crowded TO-DAY suo Dou.
Gossona District Convention to elect Two u,"
to the National Convention. ballot resur'ou ~ 'Ho
unanimous selection Of Senator j. sioA. "
this city, and John Dwight, OF io"Ph'-,
schuyler were elected aternates- The "ei0
not instructed
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
BARCLAY PEAES NEW TRIAL.

Mt. Holly, n. J., April 25-The Supreme Court Of
the state has ordered special term Of court for tho
trial Of Barclay Peak, which has been set down for
Nav o1.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
RAILROAD INTERESTS.
NO SETTLEMENT AT CASTLE GARDEN u


At tbs conference between the Castle Garden COM
msoners and the agents Of the trunk lines yesterday
various suggestions were proposed and discussed Oh
both sides. The Commissioners insisted that thero
should not DO Joint agency at Castle Garden IS IN
tho past but that the agreements should be between
the Commission and each individual railroad, and tha'
each railroad should have its representative at Castle
Garden who should be subject to tho supervision anu
regulations of the Commission; also that Immigrants
should get their tickets as cheap at Castle GArdeh
as they could be obtained at Offices outside, and tha'
any railroad could have privileges alike with tho
others in the Garden
The railroad people satisfied with this In part,
but contended that Joint agent would bc sufficient
to protect the interests OF the Commission and tho
immigrants and tho railroads, and bc more economical
to the railroads than a representative for each 49,
No agreement was reached, but meeting Oh inc INC
trunk line passenger agents will be held this mornlns
10 act upon the proposition OF tho Commissioners; IA
A meeting Of the Board Of Emigration VIII Dc heiu
this afternoon, whom 1t is expected that nhAi af
rangemcnt will be consummated.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1888-04-26
WAS 1T THE WORK OF AN INoENDIARyi

The fire at No I58 East Twenty ishth-st, at which
Mrs Eugene Cook was burned to death on Tuesday
night was being investigated by the police yesterday
as there was talk that It Of incendiary origin.
Mr. Cook, who was burned seriously died In Bellevue
Hospital early yesterday morning. 1t was said that
the flames started in the second story which has been
used by Mrs. Alice Green as an adjunct to her
boarding house across the street Fifteen employees
Of Barnum's Circus were lodged there last week
Adeua Jones, Mrs. Greens servant, was in the rooms
on the second floor Tuesday evening. She said
she had been sent there to close the blinds. Mrs.
GREEN'S furniture in the rooms was insured fer $500
IN the North American Insurance Company Mrs.
Green and her servant probably will have TO testify
before the Coroner and Fire Marshal Sheldon.