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Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
JUST LIKE SINNERS.
Presbyterians Get Warm Over
Prohibition Resolution.

Presbyterians Get Warm Over q
Prohibition Resolution.
New YoRK, May 27.-At the session of the
Presbyterian general assembly to-day the
report of the publication committee was
read, after which Judge Wilson, of Phil
adelphia, president of the board, made an
address. He said that the greatest
obstacle to the success of the
board was the fact that by reason
of the conduct of the general assembly to
the board, it was constantly regarded as an
object of suspicion. Under this condition of
things, Judge Wilson thought the board
could not thrive. He did not propose to re-
main as president unless the board could be
trusted with the details of management. He
further stated that he thought it very i'm
proper that the assembly should bind the
board to certain rules in it's business trans
actions.
Rev. DR.. Hayes. chairman of the commit
tee on temperance, presented report, in
which was resolution expressing sympathy
with the movement 10 progress for the COM
plete suppression of the traffic in Intoxicat-
ing liquors. Rev. j. Logan SAMPLE, of
Black Hills, OAK, offered the following
substltute
''rhat while not indorslng any political
party, we desire to express our heartfelt
sympathy with the widespread movement in
favor of prohibition, and extend to its advo-
Gates hearty God speed.'
DIR. Howard Crosby opposed the amend
ment and said:
"There are two great principles adopted by
the Christians in this country on the temper
ance question. One is prohibition and the
other high license. 1t would be u great mis-
take for the Presbyterian church to deter
mine which is the best method for the pur-
pose. The prohibtionists are a political
party and we have no right to pledge our
adherence to any political party"
DR.. Sample said he advocated prohibition
because it was scriptural, and he considered
it a sad day for the temperance cause when
a large body like the assembly could not bid
it God speed.
DR.. Crosby said: ''What right has DR..
Sample to say constitutional prohibition is
the only thing that will conquer the saloon
/ say it would result IN free rum. Both
prohibition and high license are political
questions and we have no right to ally our
selves to either side. Let US talk it down
and condemn, but don't let us take either
side"
BY vote of 2lO to 1O5 the substitute was
laid on the table The original resolution
which reads as follows, was adopted:
Resolved, That we heartily reiterate the
deliverance of former assemblies upon this
whole subject and express our sympathy
with the widespread popular movement now
in progress, in favor of the complete sup
preston of the traffic in Intoxicating liquors
methods to secure this issue, hearty God
speed.
General pandemonium reigned for q time
and each side in voting used its lung power
to such good effect that the moderator was
unable to decide which had won, and the
voters were asked to stand and it was
counted
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
LIVELY, IF NOT PLEASANT.
Mrs. Leslie's London Life Bcset with
Troubles

tCopni0ht 1889 bp James Gordon Bennett
LONDON, May 27.-TNew York Herald
Cable-Special to The BEE. Mrs. Frank
Leslie's visit to London has commenced in a
lively, IL not an altogether enjoyable man
ner. She was subpnnaed the day she ar
rived TO appear, to-day, before various OIL
GERS Of the law, in regard to her relations
with the American exchange. The cxamina-
tion lasted five hours. AT its close Mrs.
Leslie said to n reporter:
"This is ridiculous performance. You
know, six months before the American Ex-
change collapsed 1 advanced Mr.. Gillig
$4,000, in return for which he transferred to
me the lease Of the building, No. 449 Strand,
which stood in his name. Tho lawyers, to-
day, claimed that he could not make such
transfer, as he did not own the lease. This
is false, and produced q certificate signed
by Senator Joseph II, Hawley, then presi-
dent of the exchange, crediting Henry F.
Gillig with $4,000 On the back of the GER
tiiicate showed them Mr.. Gillig's signature,
making the certificate payable to my order
That made them open their eyes I feel that
our Gillig has done me wrong by drag
ging my name before the public in this
affair, and yet, in spite Of the disappointment
and annoyance to which 1 have been sub
jected through this loan, 1 still have faith in
his personal integrity. II is impossible to
say what will be tho result of this latest de-
velopment. To-day's examination was only
preliminary to other proceedings. / shall
have to send to America for lot of docu-
ments they pretend to need as evidence.
There is no possibility of their impeaching
the soundness of my claim to the lease. The
lawyers are stretching out the proceedings
is make heavier the bills of cost. In coming
to London had not the least idea that
Should be dragged into this trouble The
lifirrnf int,i ic nh Ia ,ln
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
HUMBaRT WILL NOT GO.
He Changes His Mind About Visiting
EmpprOP William

PARIS, May 27.-In response to communi-
cation relative TO the report that King Hum
bert has intended to visit Emperor William
before his return to Rome. Count Manabre,
Italian ambassador to France, has assured
Spuiler minister of foreign affairs, that the
king never contemplated such visit. Not
withstanding the denial that King Humbert
had intended to go to Strasburg,
IL is rumorcd here that he had
prepared TO accompany Emperor William
and renounced his purpose only in
Difference to an appealing telegram from his
wife. All the morning papers believe that
King Humbert had really determined TO visit
Strasburg and express the opinion that he
abandoned his intention out of regard for the
justifably strong feeling throughout Europe
and especially among Italian patriots against
such visit The papers do not hold the
Italian people responsible for ltaly's ingrati-
tude, but they urge the government to avoid
strengthening the hands of the Italian cab
met by renewing commercial relations be-
tween France and Italy.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
Mining Factions Mt War.

LEAD CRY. Oak, May 2L-[Special Tele-
gram to The BEE. About 6 O'Clock this
morning Deputy Sheriff Brad Wood and an
armo posse proceeded to house located on
n mining claim, whose ownership was dis
ruted between the Homestake and Rochester
mining companies. and proceeded to eject the
inmat; 8 and their household articles. The
house aud an adjoining barn are now in the
possession of an armed force under Wood
and Superintendent Brettell, of the Roches-
ter company They have fortified themselves
and announced their determination to shoot
all iutruders. The services of the sheriff
will probably be called into requisition to dis
possess Brettell tonight and serious trouble
ia exDected
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
A Duke summoned for Assault

LONDON, May 27.--[Special Cablegram
to THE BEE.l-On application of George
Simms, the author and journalist, a sum-
mons for the Duke Of Cambridge, cousin of
the queen, and commander-in- chief of the
British army, and Inspector OF Police ROBIN
son has been issued, requiring them to ap-
pear in court and answer to a charge of
assault. MIR. Simms complains that while
engaged in reporting review of the fire
brigade. at Whitehall, on SATURDAY, there
avoidably pushed against the Duke of Cam
bridge. The duke caught him by the throat
and tore his collar. Then Robinson took
hold of him and hustled him about and
charged him with being drunk
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
KILLED IN A SALOON ROW.
Patrick ConnOr, Former Omaha
Man. Shot at Denver.


DENVER, Colo, May 27.-[Special Tele-
gram to THE BEE. In drunken brawl in a
saloon kept by Tim Connor, on Larimer
street, last night, Patrick Connor was shot
aud almost instantly killed by John Nc
Keon a stranger from California. Several
versions Of the affair are given the crowd IN
the saloon claiming that McKeon was the
aggressor and fired the fatal shot without
provocation, while the latter claims that he
had been knocked down repeatedly before
he used his gun, and that Connor was on top
of him, beating him in the face. when he
finally undertook to defend himself with a
weapon.
The trouble seems to have had its origin in
a knock down and drag out brawl, of which
William Eitzsimmons was the victi m No
very definite statement of this part of the
affair is given, though a number Of specta-
tors aver that Fitzsimmons' assailant was a
man whose description tallies exactly with
that of the dead man, Connor FitZsimmons
was badly pounded up, and was finally re-
moved to his home by friends. McKeon was
in the saloon at the time, though he took no
part in the fracas. He had been drinking
considerably, and after the Fitzsimmons
that he became very aggressive and quarrel
come. Officer Mobiles entered the room and
found McKeon lying under the body of
Patrick Connor. McKeon was trying to
regain his feet, and Connor was gasping in
the last throes of death. McKeon held in
his hand the still heated revolver, which
was secured, and the man rushed off to the
central station and locked up.
A reporter visited Mckeon, and he gave
the following account: 'While / was on
the floor five or six of the brutes commenced
kicking at my head aud face and tried to get
at my feet, but a tall, powerful man they
called Pat seized me by the throat and fired
me down again. He was choking the life
out Of me, and as a last resort, believing my
life in jeopardy, / pulled my revolver and
shot him AS laid on the hoor. / don't know
how many shots fired, but know that they
quit kicking me- The shot must have
penetrated the heart, as my assailant gave a
convulsiye movement and sank down upon
me. | was in this position when an officer
entered tho saloon, dragon the dead man
off and took mo into custody.
My face was Kicked to pieces,
making it impossible, for me to
see. No, ] didn't SO and get the gun
for the occasion. hlye carried one for
long time When IN q strange city, where
don't know anybody, n gun comes in awful
handy sometimes, and this was one of tnose
occasions. II j had not shot that man
would have been killed. Nay parents are not
living"
Conner was formerly conductor on the
Union Pacific railroad. with Headquarters at
Omaha. He was born at Atchjson, and has
mother and three brothers living in that
place, He was always considered quiet and
peaceable.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
UP IN DAKOTA.
The Fifty Dollar willing Indians "A
Sand Bar Hunter

PIERRE, Oak, May 21.-[Special Telegram
to The BEE. John Grass, the noted chief
at Standing ROCK, and White Swan, the
principal leader of the Cheyenne Sioux, have
been in Pierre all day, being here on visit
to II. Rosseau, the French squaw man, and
they expect to attend big pow-wow, soon
to be held fifty miles up Bad river
The two chiefs have talked freely with
many citizens here and they say the Sioux
bill will be ratified when the commissioners
meet. They make no claim for the ponies
captured after the Custer raid, and say the
only fault found with the bill is that 1t does
not reserve the south side of the Cheyenne
river, but all will sign II $50 is paid down in
CASH to each one, when the treaty is ratified
and the land in severaty is sold.
the steamboat Missouri arrived at Pierre
to-day, having been eight days from Bis
marck. The boat is SO badly racked that
she will remain NJ Pierre some time for
repairs, probably all summer, having hunted
against sand bars all the way down.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
Anti-rropre sist Riots.

BELGRADE, May 21.-Serious roting took
place yesterday. The trouble was due to the
intense antagonism that prevails towards
the progressst party. Last night mob of
anti-progressists made an organized attack
upon the house of ex-Prcmier Garaschanlne
and smashed in the windows and doors with
stones. The crowd then visited several club
houses and printing offices of the proGressists
and demolished everything upon which they
could lay their hands. The gendarmes were
powerless, and the regular troops were
finally called out The crowd still refused to
dispense and the soldiers charged killing
three and Wounding q number of others.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
THE CZAE'S CLEMENCY.
Because God Was Good to Him, He
is Likewise Gnol.


SAINT PETERSBURG, May 27.-lSpecial Ca
blegram to THE BEE. THE czar, in a re-
script ordering the withdrawal of the pro-
ceedings for the prosecution of the officials
charged with having been responsible for the
disaster to his maiesty's train at Borki, says
that "the mercy God showed to him and his
family on that occasion induces him
to similarly extend clemency." He further
says that the bad condition of the railroad,
which the inquiry into the disaster disclosed,
ought to serve as warning for other Off
cials.
Since the recent plot against the czar's life
was discovered, extra precautions have be en-
taken to guard the members of the imperial
family. The number of secret police has
been strengthened. and vigilance has been
increased at the approaches to the imperial
residences. No group of persons is allowed
to collect in proximity to the car. The
review Of troops which the czar had arranged
in honor of the shah of Persia's visit has
been count ermanded owing to fear of the
nihilsts.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
Evictors and Tenants Clash.

DUBLIN, May 27.--There was another con;
flict at Falcarragh to-day between evictors
and tenants, during which twenty-five po-
licemen were injured. The police were to-
tally unable to effect an entrance through the
doors. Finally scaling ladders were procured
and with these the attacking party endeav-
ored to enter by way of the windows and
roofs. AS the police swarmed up the ladders
the inmates rained every manner OF missile
upon them. Some of the officers received
serious injuries AS usual, the superior
forces of the besiegers at last prevailed and
the evictUns were finally accomplished.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
Anomaba Man i'm Trouble.

DEADwooD, Dak., May 27.-TSpecial Tele-
gram to THE BEE. ii. II. Haislip, a travel
ing man for Mackey & Co., of Omaha, and
Dick Neal, bartender at the Keystone hotel,
had an alteration about o'clock this morn
ing. Neal struck Haislip with an Ink stand,
which cut an ugly cash on his nose, and as
Neal retreated, Haislip shot at him without
effect Both were under the influence of
liquor. They will have an examination be-
fore Judge Hall to- morrow.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
isuicided WIN a Sheet.

DENVER, Colo, May 27-l Special TeleI
gram to The BEE. IA man arrived at tho
American house yesterday, and registered
as F. p. Sharp Deming, n. NJ. This morn.
ing he responded to the knocking OF the
chambermald, telling her to wait" In the
bedpost, with a sheet knotted around his
neck, dead His hands grasped the sheet.
He had first cut his wrists and ankles, which
had bled freely, He is believed, from let-
ters found on him, 10 be Nelson Howell, Of
Madison la. He was about sixty years oS
age ard had about $500 in his pocket.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
Sneak Thieves I'm Crete.

CRETE, May 2I-[Special to The BEE j
This city is still troubled with sneak thieves.
Last night another raid on several stables
was made. Two sets OF harness, several
brides and saddles are missing this morning.
The thieves will get a taste of cold lead some
night, and they can not get it too soon.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
Box Butte County Crops.

ALLIANCE, Neb., May 21-[Spscial to THE
BEE. The indications are that spring wheat
and oats will be above an average crop in
Box Butte county this year. Corn also looks
well, and promises TO be fair crop. The
season, SO far. has been very favorable, and
crops Of all kinds never looked better. The
continuous rains for the last few weeks
somewhat improves the prospects, and If the
season holds good, Box Butte county will
nave grand supply of wheat, oats, corn and
potatoes the coming fall.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
He Repentsd Too Late.

SALT LAKE, Utah, May 2z.--ISpecial Tele.
gram to The BEE,I-A man named John
Davis, of Tintic, cut his throat with pocket
knife yesterday After committing the deed
he rushed to a neighbor's house, holding his
throat, aud signlted that he wanted help. He
was taken 10 the Logan county jail, where he
Is being cared for. AT last accounts he was
still living, but was in very critical condl-
tion. No cause IS assigned for the rash act.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
A Veteran Conc.

ASHLAND, Neb., May 21-lSpeciai Tele-
gram to THE BEE. IVY w. Crane, an aged
major, died, yesterday, at his residence on
Pearl street, and was honored by having one
of the largest funerals ever held in the city,
His remains were buried in the Comrades
Burying grounds. He leaves wife, four
daughters and one son.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
The Weather indications.

For Nebraska Local rains, preceded in
eastern portion by fair weather, southerly
winds and slight changes in temperature.
For Iowa: Fair Tuesday, showers on
Wednesday, variable winds aud slight
changes in temperature.
For Dakota: Local rains, southeasterly
winds, cooler in western portion and warmer
in eastern portion.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
West Point Sunday CLOSING.

WEST PoINT, Neb., May 27.-[Special to
THE BEE. l-At the last meeting of the city
council the marshal received orders to
strictly enforce the ordinance closing all sa-
looms ana business houses on Sunday and as
consequence yesterday was very quiet.
The business men generally favor the order,
and the mayor and city council receive the
support Of all law abiding people.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
TRYING "a Connience Game.

ORLEANS, Neb. May 2Z-l Special Telegram
TO The BEE. About one week ago j. H..
Scanlon bought the livery stable of Alexan-
der Gonser, giving a note for sl,4S0. The
note was signed as security by Patrick Glib
bonF. 1t was discovered, last night, that
Gibbons name was forged and Gonser took
repossession Of the barn aud stock. Scanlon
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
Fun for .IIastinps.

HASTINGS, Neb.. May 3T.-LSpecial Tele-
gram to THE BEE. Tive street car compa-
niss began operations here, to-day, to extend
their lines about one ,mila to Coles park,
which is being fitted up for pleasure resort
bv the proprietor, Dick Berlin, of Omaha.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28

DAKOTA Cry, Neb., May s7.-TSpecial Tel
egram to THE BEB.l-An attempt was made
to rob the safe in the depot Of the Chicago,
st, Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha railway, at
Covington, to-day. The agent stepped out
to get the seal record OF some cars, and on
coming in found man tinkcring with the
combination. rhe would-be robber failed to
get into the safe, and was arrested, and will
be given a hearing to morrow. No money
was reported rs being in the safe.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
A Murderer in Custody.

ALLIANCE Neb., May s7.-TSpecial 'Tele-
gram to Tue BEE. miles H. Henry, who
murdered Ward @. Maier, near Imperial,
passed through this place this evening in the
custody Of the sheriff of Chase county,
en- route for the scene of his crime. His
capture was effected by that official on the
18th inst, about thirty miles south of Custer
CITY. Dakota.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
West Point Exa mination.

HASTINGS Neb., May s7.-[Special Tele-
gram to THE BEE. Public notice was given
here to-day by the authority of Congressman
James Laird that q competitive examination
will be conducted in Hastings May 81 for the
appointment of a cadet at West Point. 1t Is
expected that number of candidates will
enter
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
Instructing Masons.

OsoEoLA, Neb., May 27.-lSpecial to The
BEE. Grand Custodian Gillette, A. F. g.
A. NJ, has been holding schools of instruc-
ton in this county for the past week, and
Osceola had him all day and most of the
night, Saturday.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
Not a Prisoner I'm Jail.

OsoEoLA, Neb., May 27.-lSpecial to The
BEE. THE district court commenced to-day
with only twenty-four cases on the docket,
none of them criminal cases and not p ris-
oner in our Jail. This is not very good
place for lawyers to emigrate to.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
A Regular Imposter.

NEBRASKA CITY, Neb., May 27.-TSpecial
Telegram to The BEE. E.l-Charles E. Hills,
an apparently young deaf and dumb man, a
few days ago secured employment with a
farmer named Long, and next morning dis
appeared. 1t was found that he robbed the
farmer and another hired man Of considera-
BILE money, Watches clothing and other arti-
Giles of value. No trace of him could be
found, but it was, to-day, learned that he
tried TO sell his stolen property 10 second
hand dealer and that he could talk and hear
as well as any one. He carries certificate
of good character and diploma from the
Omaha Institute for the Deaf and Dumb.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
Attempted Burglary.

CREIGHTON, Neb., May 27.-lSpeclal Tele-
gram to THE BEE. While the station agent
was at dinner to-day young man entered
the depot and attempted to rob the safe. He
was caught, however, and is now In Jail, un-
able to give bonds.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
Arrested For Murder.

CHILDERs, Tex, May 2T.-Harry CHM and
G. ]. Watson, alias Barlow Watson, were ar
rested at Matador rancho, Friday, for the
murder of George w. Richardson, superin-
tendent OF the San Pedro Coal and Coke
OF Socorro.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
Registered I.e,ters stolelK

CHICAGO, May 81 1.-The vault in the regis
tered letter divisIsh of the postofilce was en-
tered last night aud eighty-six registered
letters stolen 1t is believed 10 have been the
work of some one entirely familiar with the
Office,
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28

LATRR.-It is learned that Detective
CouRhlin was arrested on the charge OF
murder, not because of any new evidence
that had been procured but because his at
ttorney was attempting to get HIM out OF the
hands OF the police on writ of habeas cor
pus.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
A Halt.Breed Burglar.

NEBRASKA Cry, Neb., May 27.-lSpecial
Telegram to The BEE.I-Bill Thomas, half
breed crook, was bound over to the district
court, this evening" for burglarizing o. o.
Hefner's Office.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
Secretary Proctor's Son Sick.

WAsnINGToN, May 27-Secretary Proc.
tor received telegram this morning from
his home in Vermont announcing that his
son IS dangerously ill, and
the secretary left here about noon for Rut-
land Vt
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
4 Crete Excursion.

CRETE, Neb., May 27.-[Specal to THE
BEE. THE Is. s. M. are advertising grand
excursion to Cushman park, Lincoln, to take
place on the Both inst. -
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28

was placed under arrest Soon after Scanlon
took possession of the barn he mortgaged a
team TO G. A. Dole 4 Co. Scanlon was
formerly q b. & M. engineeE but lost his lob
about seven months ago.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-05-28
Ore Handlers strike.

MINNEAPOLIS, May GA Marquette,
Mich, SPECIAL says, every ore handler in tina
city struck for higher wages this morning.
Nearly three hundred men are out