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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-11-23

Who will Pre- .ide at the Coming Terms of
the supreme aud County Courts.

Especial Despatch to the free Press,
MONTPELIER, Nov 20.-The ASSIGNMENTS
of judges to the Supreme and County
Courts made today are rs follows;
SUPREME COURT.
Chittenden, January Flowers, Taft,
Franklin, January S-Etoyee, Ross, Pow.
erS. Tyler.
Grand Isle, January 1O-Royce, Ross,
Powers, Tyler
Rutland, January l7-R oss, Neazey, Taft,
Rowell.
sWindham, January 29.-Royce, Powers,
Rowell, Tyler
Bennington, February 5-Royce. Ross,
Powers, Tyler
Addison, February 12-Powers, Veazey,
ROwell, Tyler.
Windsor, February 19-Royce, Veazey,
Orange, May 7-Royce, Veazey, Taft,
RuWell.
Caledonia, May 14-Royce, Ross. Veazey,
Taft.
Washington, May 2l-Ross, Veazey,
Taft, RoWell.
OlIeans, May 2S-Royce, Ross, Powers,
Tyler.
Taft, Rowcll.
ESSEX, August 27-Ross, Veazey, Taft,
Rowell.
COUNTY COURTS.
Franklin-Aprll Q, Rowell; September
10, Tyler.
Chittenden-April2 ,, Powers september
II Neazey.
acknowledgements A, lSoS, Royce,
A prtl o. 1859, Ross.
Washington-Ma March II Royce; Septem.
Der 10, Ross.
Caledonia-June I, Royce; December 1,
1SSS, Tyler.
Orleans-Februsry ., Taft; September 4,
Royce.
acknowledgements II, 1sss, Ross; June
Rutlald-March IL, Ross; September
10, Powers
Windsor-December /, lSsS, Powers :;
May IS, Ncazey.
Oranee-December is, 1855, Vea2ey I;
June 4, TAFT.
nnington-December 4, 1855, Taft;
June 4, ROwell.
Grand Isle-February 10, Rowell; Aug
ust y, Tyler.
Es-ex-March 10, Veazey, september
Il. Taft
Wiudham-March y, Tyler; September
10, Rowell.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-11-23

The special JOINT committee consisting
Of senators Strauahau and Perkins,
aud Representatives Proctor, Haz-n and
Stevens of st. AlUans, will PROBABLY re-
port that the business can AL he accomp
iished 10y the 2S-h inst. The only doubt
he committee htd WAS IA to whether the
judiciary committee of he House could
report in season for them To be acted
upon, the three or four.sCore of bills now
with that committee Investigation of
the condition of affairs WAS su h thal the
committee hoped to "uulOtd" on the
House tomorrow. This is the only com
mitiee that has much to do in the way Of
renOrtiug bills
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-11-23
General Harrison 'ppoints Editor Hal
ford of lndiAnApoMs PrivAte sncretArv-

lNDIANAPoLIs, Nov. 21-Geu. H Hlrrlsou
has rendered Eujah w Halford, n nag
editor of the Indianapolis Journal,
the position of private secretary. HalEord
is 43, and came from England when a
chilG WITH bis parents WAC settled ia Cin-
cinnati. He began his newspaper career
a> reporter on the Indiauspol,- j .urua
- }etr- NO He was Tor time tn- i..Il-
5'ug editor Of the Chicago Inter Oc.su
AMI WA few years pivat- srcIrttlr fo
the late senator Morton He WIS a o.Ie-
4ate % tue late Chicago convention, r-.-
reseutnG Indiana On the committee uu
platform.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-11-23

The cigarette bill having been slightly
amended in the Senate, came 10 the House
which cuucuTed therein and the bill has
gone to the governor 10 be signed.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-11-23
BLAINE AND BiLI0NT.
The former Not Likely to Antagonlze the
Latter's Nomination as Minister.

The former Not Likely to Antagonlze the
Latter's NomiLation as Minister
WAsHINGTGN, Nov. al, has been sad
that Blaine will use his influence TO pre-
vent the confirmation Of Belmont a..
minister to Spain. a gentleman familiar
with the facts connected with the famous
controversy between Blaine and Belmont
some years ago is quoted by he Star this
evening as saying nett er bad cherished
any sucn III win toward the other a,
would result IN desire for revenge or
retaliation. Both, be said, since regretted
the great puplcity gwen the affair and
nave carefully avoided speaking dis
respectfully of eacn other From wudt he
knew OF Blaine personally and p4rtcu-
Iarly H. to MS feeling IN the matter he va.
cuuliHent ne would not by word or action
oppose Beimont's continuation.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1888-11-23


MONTPELIER, Nov 20.-The ASSIGNMENTS
of judges to the Supreme and County
Courts made to-day are as follows:
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
THE CONTRACT WITH MR.. SCHMITz.
The Architect and Commissioners of the Sol
diers' Monument Agree Upon Terms.

The Soldiers Monument Commissioners were
engaged yesterday in a conference with arch
irect Bruno Schmitz in reference to the terms
Of the iatter's contract, which is now being pre-
pared by the Attorney-general. Treasurer
Lemcke acted as interpreter. and matters pro-
crossed smoothly with his assistance. The
commissioners and Mr.. Schmitz succeeded in
coming to a perfectly satisfactory understood
ing. The architect is to furnish all tho
plans, specifications, and drawings, and
is to superintend the building of the
monument. He will be allowed. however, to
send a sub stitute to superintend the work il he
finds it lnconvenient to return to this country
after going back to Germany, which he will have
TO do, provided, however, that the substitute
meets the approval of the commissioners. Mr..
Schmitzs pay has already been fixed by law
per cent. of the entire cost of the monument,
5000. 900 and whatever additional appropriations
may be secured
The architect is now engaged in making
water-color drawing of the monument The
commissioners will have this copyrighted when
completed and will sell copies of it. They expect
to net a handsome revenue from this source.
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Could Not BE Held Responsible.

The suit of William II. Rice. of Rice, Hart g.
Rymans minstrel troupe. against Dickson g
Talbot for ST. $50 damages, for alleged violation
of contract, called for trial before Judge
Taylor yesterday morning. but was dismissed
after a very little evidence had been heard In
September last the plaintiff entered into a con-
:ract with Hayden, Dickson 81 Roberts, of New
York. by which the minstrels TO give q
specified number of performances at Louisville
during tho exposition. The contract was
signed by Dickson 81 Talbot, and was repudi-
ated by them as 1t reached this city.
Judge Taylor held that inasmueh as the con-
tract had been repudiated, the firm of Dickson
& Talbot could not De held responsible for the
nou-fuIilment OF it. Mr.. Rice offered to show
that the contract entered into in good faith
on his part. and that he brought his company to
Louisville loss of 5000. but the evidence
was not permitted
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
Graduation of Medical Students.

The commencement exercises Of the Central
College of Physicians and Surgeons will be held
at Plymouth Church this evening. The pro-
gramme includes an address in behalf of the
faculty by Prof. W. H Thomas on alcoholism
as Disease and It's Rational Treatment
valedictory address by j. F. Barnhill, the con-
ferring of degrees by DIR. Newcomer president
of the board Of trustees of the college, and the
presentation by Prof. w. " Morgan of the
gold medal prizes, two of which are
given this year because there was a tie
in the final examination between S. Z.
average of 90 Sill out of a possible 100. The ex-
ercses will be interspersed with wel.-selected
music and an interesting feature will be IAN
Original Medley" by Prof. I. j. McAvoy. The
graduates are George w. Nash. John F. Barn
hill. Samuel E. Crosse. Charles S. Gear and Ell
mer Hulsizer.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
At War Over Feaa

Prosecutor Mitchell is at war with the city at
torney and Mayor Denny over the perqnistes
OF the Mayors court. The trouble has grown
out OF disagreement what constitutes
State and what city case. In all State cases
the Prosecutors deputy, Frank Wright, prose
cutes. and In city cases, Deputy City Attorney
Smith does the work. aud receives fee to bs
divided between himself and City Attorney
Taylor. Among the prisoners arraigned yester-
day morning were quite number slated for
visiting houses of ill-fame. When the cases
were called, Deputy Prosecutor Wright appeared
with affidavits charging associating, which
offense is State case. Deputy Prosecutor
Smith held that the offense was only visiting"
which constitutes a city offense, and after
great deal of wranglino between the attorneys
Mayor Denny sustained Deputy City Attorney
Smith, aad he tried the cases. The decision
met with the appreciation of the prisoners, for
under the charge for which Mr.. Wright wanted
to prosecute them they would have been sub
jected to a work-house sentence. Prosecutor
Mitchell was very indignant over the ruling of
the Mayor yesterday afternoon. and charged
that it was done simply for the purpose OF cut
ting him out of his fees.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
The Enuitabla's Rsnnrt.

If the twenty eighth annual report Of the
Equitable Life Assurance Society is carefully
examined. there will be no need of comment
upon ii. It is not too much to say that no such
exhibit was ever before made by any corpora
ton at the end of its twenty-eigh,h year The
most notable points in the report are the enor-
NOUS business done and the enormous
surplus fund. The new business OF 1887 was
$l38. 023. los, and the surplus is 3d. 104 255 on
the standard of four per cent. interest. For
LunateIy the Equitable has able Board of
Directors who thoroughly support the man
agement in it's wise and prog .essive policy. 1t
has been conspicuous as teacher Of reforms
in the practice of life assurance. 1t introduced
the tontine plan of dividends, the effect of
which has been 70 reduce the forfeiture of poll
cies to a minimum. IL also introduced indis-
putable life policies. by means OF which litiga-
tions upon death CLAIMS unknown in its
own business. Other companies have been 10
huenced by this example to reduce their de-
lenses at law ID a very narrow limit These are
only two examples OF improvements introduced
by this society. The exceptional patronage
given to Il il evidently based appreciation of
the intelligent manner in which its business has
been conducted.
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The Court Record.


SUPERIOR COURT
Room lion. N. B. Taylor. Judge.
VIM. Ell. Rice VS.. Geo. A. Dickson, ct al; on
contract. Cause dismissed by plaintiff
JAS Stevenson. ct al, vs.. A. w. Bradley; for
receiver. On trial by court.
The Marmet Company vs. Geo. +. Branham;
account. Finding and judgment for plaintiff
for ST., 04S.40
Room 2-Hon. D. w. Howe. Judge.
Melville Tinsley vs.. John D. Tinsley; divorce
Decree granted TO plaintiff, and she given Gus
tody of children
Room 3-Hon. Lewis c. Walker, Judge.
DAYTON 81 Crews Vs. the Lake Erie & West
ern Railway Company; damages On trial by,
jury -
NEW SUITS FILED.
Benjamin F. Williams VS.. Franklin Town
Ship complaint on account Demand, $27.
CIRCUIT COURT.
Hon. Thomas l.. sullivan, Judge.
Francis NJ Apple Board of Commissioners
of Marion County; damages. Demand. 81, 074 50.
On trial by jury.
CRIMINAL COURT.
Hon. William Irwin. Judge.
State VS.. John Wagner; attempted murder
Trisl by jury. Found guilty. and sentenced to
the penitentiary for Eve years.
State VS.. Harvey Spoon: petit larceny. Trial
by court Found guilty. and committed to Re-
form School.
State VS.. James Shea; burglary. On trial by
court.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
PRICES ALWAYS IN PLAIN FIGURES.
PETTIS, BASSETT & co.
CARE IN CHOOSING CHURCH SINGERS.
Rev. McNutt Thinks that the Character OF
Such Persons Should Be Inquired into.

At the Presbyterian ministers meeting, yes
terday. Rev. G. L. McNutt read . paper on
Church Music" He deprecated the custom of
employing persons in church choirs without re-
gard to their morals OF character. and said there
were instances of drunKards and in adels being
secured for such places He thought it no less
blasphemy for an unbeiever to sing sacred
son.s than for man 20 swear the street
corner. He said that caro- should also be dis
played in the selection of the music 60 be
sung. The operate should be avoided far as
possible. and should fit the comprehension of
the congregation. He thought it would be adj
visable for churches spend the money they
are now paying outside singers in aiding
young persons in the churches with good natural
voices to obtain musical education, with the
understanding that they should furnish the
music for the services The paper dis
sussed at length, most of the suggestions OF the
author being heartily indorsed.
AT the meeting of the Methodist ministers
Rev DIR. L. A GOODWIN read spicy paper on
'The Beet Method Of Preaching for Revival
Work After "A brief discussion of the paper
Messrs. j. B. Conner aud Il. w. Halford spoke
pn the subject OF the Evangelical Alliance.
nrging that something be done to revive it and
BRING il a position whore it will be of service
In producing harmony among the churches The
matter created quite discussion, and the sen IT,
ment apEs1red to be IN favor of reviving the AL
lance. Methods tending TO that end will prob
ably be taken soon
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28

In the Criminal Court. yesterday afternoon,
Harvey Sporn, indicted for stealing pigeons
pleaded guilty and was sentenced to the House
of Refuge. James Shea, indicted for arson and
grand larceny, was placed on trial by court It
is charged that he entered the grocery Of Mrs
Maggie O'Neal on South West street. several
weeks ago. and after securing the contents of the
money-drawer attempted to burn the building.
He was caught in the store but he claims that
he discovered the FIRE and had broken in for the
purpose of extineuishing the flames The evil
dence was nearly all heard, and the case will be
concluded this morning.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28

Judge Woods yesterday rendered an opinion
in the case of Merrick E. Vinton against Gus
tavus H. Zschech, John w. Bruce, Nancy NJ
Bruce and the yinton iron-works, overriding all
the exceptions to the report of the Master in
Chancery, VIM. p. Fishhack, awarding iudg-
ment in favor OF the plaintiff for S7.43l.92, and
interest since July. 1856, together with costs in
the case, and foreclosing the claim on the real
estate named in the plaintiffs bill of complaint
unless ii be redeemed within year The court
further ordered that in case of failure by de-
PENDANTS TO pay plaintiff said sum OF SAB. 90
within ten days the master in chancery be
authorized to sell said real estate The defend :
ants. Nancy M. Bruce and John w. Bruce filed
exceptions to the opinion and asked for an ap-
peal to the Supreme Court, which was granted
condition that they file appeal bond of
$4,000
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
Injured by tn. Fan Of . Bridge.

The suit of Francis NJ Apple against the
Board OF County Commissioners for g., 600 dam.
ages is on trial before jury in the Circuit
Court The plaintiff was injured last summer
by the fall of bridge over Indian creek, in
Lawrence township. over which he driving
with a two horse team and load of 500 bricks.
He alleges that his personal injuries consist of a
rupture, which is likely cause permanent dis
ability. In addition to damages for his personal
injuries. he is seeking compensation for his
horses, harness and wagon. The Commission
ers. when the matter was before them, consented
to allow him $50. but he declined to accept tie
prefer and appealed
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
Charged with nobbing a Postoffice.

Deputy United States Marshal Ward arrived
in the city yesterday with James Dillon, a
young man from Daviess county, who is ac-
cused of breaking into the postoffice at Cum
back, small town in that county. the night
of the 1ath. and stealing So in pennies and other
small change belonging to the United States,
while about S13 worth OF goods were removed
from the store. Young Dillon de-
tected passing great deal of
as he was already suspected he was arrested.
Dillon declared he did not rob the Office, but ac-
knowledeed receiving tho money from the man
who did rob IT, He said the roboer arranged for
q meeting with him on the morning after the
crime was committed, and there gave him the
money. He refuses steadfastly give up the
name Of the man who he says committed the
robbery. He was bound over to await the &C.
ton of the grand jury, in default of $500 bail
Dillon claims to but nineteen years of age.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
Acquitted OF : Charge of burglary.

Henry Van Thuysen arrested on Saturday
night on the charge of burglary and receiving
stolen goods. was acquitted by the Mayor yes
terday morning The specific charge against
Van Thuysen was that he had assisted in rob-
bIng Braden's -four store. He testified that the
sacks he was attempting to sell were bought by
him from two men, ard the Mayor held that
the fact that he had taken the stolen property
back to the owner for the purpose Of selling it
was sufficient evidence that he did not steal it.
very large numbe of witnesses testified that
they had known the accused for some time, and
had always found him q Woodworking, honest
man.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28

and that no danger signal was given to warn
him and his COMPANIONS Of the approach OF the
train The members of the train crew testified
that the headlight wac burning. The engineer
said he did not see the men when ne struck
them. and for that reason did not sound the
danrAr sis
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
Did More work than Was Necessary.

Benjamin F. Williams has brought suit
against Franklin township to recover $87 al
legged to be due him for work done. He was
elected road supervisor of road district No. 5.
and alleges that during tine summer of 1887 he
worked ffty-eght days on the roads for which
the township refuses to allow him anything.
The trustee of the township claims that Mr.
Williams did more work on the roads than was
necessary. and for that reason refuses TO remu-
nerate the super visor
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
Wants s5 900 from a Railroad Company.

Dayton H. Crewss suit against the Lake Erie
& Western Railroad Company for ., 600 for per-
sonai injuries. 10 being heard by jury in Judge
Walkers room, Superior Court. Three months
ago. while Crews and two other young men were
walking to the city the track of the Lake
Erie road they were struck by locomotive and
thrown from the track. Crews received painful
injuries but the others were unhurt He bases
his claim for damages the allegation that the
headlight Of the locomotive was not burning,
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
Coy and Bernhamer Hopeful.

Justice Harlan will render his decision in the
Coy-Bernhamer case this afternoon. at 1:30
o'clock. Yesterday it was the current inquiry
if any had been made. followed by speculation
to what it would be when it does come. 1t
was thought generally by lawyers who followed
all phases Of the case that it would be uufavora-
bic, yet the prisoners seem to regard q release
possible and new trial certain.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
BIIN u
20 w. Washington st.

/ have afull line of Spring goods,
and open them tomorrow.
Having bought them very cheap,
offer for this week
Ladies' full regular Cotton Hose,
worth SOC. at 25c.
Ladies full regular Isle Hose,
worth 75c, at 35c.
Ladies' full regular Balb riggan
Hose, worth 4Oc, at 25c.
Ladies' Balbriggan Vests, cheap
at SOC, for 25c.
Ladies' Jersey Vests, worth Soc,
for 25c.
Misses Silk Hose at zoe pair.
Ladies' Silk Hose at SOC pair.
Gents full regular Lisle Half
Hose, 25c.
Gents super stout British half
Hose, 15c.
twill pay you to buy NOW.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
Large Crowd at a BAH.

The masquerade ball given by the Independent
Turnverein Society, last night, in their hall, at
the corner of Ohio AMI Illinois streets, was at
tended by several hundred people. vino had q
very enjoyable time. Owing to the unusually
large crowd. both floors of the hall were utilized
by the dancers. Many of the costumes worn
were unique costly and attractive.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
Sash. Doors and Blinds.

We have some special low prices on sash,
doors and blinds for short time Odd sizes at
very low prices to close out. II you going
to build, now is your time buy cheap. Are
agents for Hills sliding inside blinds. Call and
see full-size model 50 South Meridian street
HILDEBRAND e FUGATE
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
Bits afLepa, News

a decision in the Carter Harrison case is ex
pected from the Supreme Court to-day.
James Landers has been appointed guardian
Of Edna p. Bridge, with bond for So, 900.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28
L. AYRES & co
D. /. BALDWIN & CO

Besides our fine stock of Ebonized Mahogany,
Walnut and Rosewood Decker Bros, Haines.
Fischer, and D. Ii. Baldwin g. Co. Pianos, we are
offering some special bargains in cheap Squares
and Uprights, which should be seen by those de-
string something good at very low figures. Call
or send for description and prices.
Pianos and Organs for rent cheaper than any
other place in the city.
We have at this time the best lot of Pianos to
rent ever offered by. us, taking in consideration
tho prices. The instruments just such
would suit beginners. or for practice work. Some
at SO, 1925. $3.50, $2.75, 80, 1925, $3.50
and 81 per month, including the keeping in tune,
if in the city.
We are prepared TO allow the best possible
prices TO those who have old, second hand
new Square Pianos, Organs or Melodeons in ex
change Upright Pianos. Persons having such
instruments sholia not fail to give Us call, or
write fully.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28

BEsr patterns of folding beds.
WM. L. ELDERS
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1888-02-28

The leading Undertakes Flannsr Buchanan The board of
the city They the only practical
introduced the first funeral the State They introduced
They the lead North Illinois
Telephone No.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-06-04
THE LIBRARY BUILDING.
Architect smithmeyer Defends His 4,
 tion-Dishonest Contractors.

Architect Smfthmeyer Defends His Ac-
 tion-Dishonest Contractors.
 WASHINGTON, June 4.-The committee of the house Of representatives appointed to ex- anime into the construction of the congress sional library building has begun it's investi- gatfon. Mr. John c. Smithmeyer the architect of the building. said to a represent ative of the United Press:
 1.-The investigation has been made necessary because of trouble with the contractors The contractor for the concr etc work covenanted to comply with certain specifications, for which he is to be paid certain sum per cubic yard He sought to evade his contract and to induce me to accept, on behalf of the government, inferior material. I refused 1t is said that this refusal delayed the prog ress of the work, and have been criticized accordingly. submit that my action only merits commendation
 "The material submitted by the contractor. as shown by official and exhaustive reports. was inferior and not what the specifications called for. Had l accepted the same, under such circumstances, this criticism would have been just, for would have been guilty of prostituting my position in the interest of the contractor. This investigation promises to be a very interesting one, especially for the architectural profession. l am sustained in this case by the best authorities in the .and, as we'll as by the commission appointed by congress for the construction of this build in9n