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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-29
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In a few minutes another lamp was o2 tained. The house was still shaking perceptibly from the effects of the shoo'l.
 Presently the street was filled with people, whose excited cries mingled :a g wild chorus that rose high above t', Iumhling sound of the dying storm.
 Men stopped and asked in wonder an dismny, What has happcned?' and Icl the time being no intelligent answer could be given to this question.
 Edith and Zelda looked vt each other in terror: and it was a relief to both when they heard a voice from the crowd thai rushed past, exclajmiu%:
 Tt is an explosion of fire-damp in the mine!"
 The next moment the welcome face ot Ned Newcomb appeared @t the docr. Ee WAS evidently much excited, like every cue else, but lis manly, reassul'ing words were good to hear as he said:
 "Haye no fear Edith; the danger i> paS' \ tremendous explosion of hre- de,up liua occurred in the Carson slope, 'u; the shock ha' already spent its Garc2."
 Never was Edith's admiration for Ned -tNN olilD n greater tllttii Rsl ltlsti iuttItiit when, like a guardian angel he step ped down, ns it were, from the Iai0se of the Storm-cloud to cI}m her fea.S. Gear, brave, big-hearted, nsci!ish Ned She did not expect that sine would ever see him again, after having sent him away without hope when he declared how deeply he loved herl
 But Ned's love was not of that iicllle or selfish kind, and when the terrible eX- plosion occurred that shook the city of GrimSbv, his first thought was of Edith and of tho little ones that were ciin@img about her in fear.
 The excitement on the streets c0ntin- ued and as Ned was allaying the fears of his listeners, a miner was heard telling a group that halted in front of the dnoE
 "rhere were men in the mine at the time of the explosion, and it is feared that they are all lost. To the rescue. boys, and let it not hc slid that any ln&n among us is too selfish or too rowardIy to risk his fife fursthosc who are in dangyr!"
 Ned Newuomb could not resist this ap- and, promising Edith that he would re- turn in short time, he h0Steued out and joined the crowd of men that ran to the mouth of the miue-Slopc, that had SO re- gently Oelched forth the blacll-danp of Death.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-29
snaiIs on Toast.

Not very attractive to the stranger Ia
 the favorite dish of many European na- tion-roasted or pickled snails. The s,imy, slippery form of these animals l makes them to most persons peculiarly repulsive, but their extraordinary nutri- tive power and excellent taste has long since enabled them to overcome preju- dice. |. Gourmands, 1t Is said, prefer the snail when taken wild, so long as the capture is made at particular period. After the | eggs are laid in May the mollusks con- ceal themselves under stones to avoid the
 autumn frosts. There they become per- fectly free from eNcretions, and drawing themselves into their shells, close up for in this state that their flavor is said to be l best. Snails, however, like Bostonians, are said to improve by ''culture" While some have claimed that the uncultivated variety is the most wholesome and tooth some, others (and they seem to have the advantage of majority, says medical classics) insist that the delicacy or flavor of SnailS improves by cultivation. In illustration of this we quote an amusing anecdote of Doctors Hutton and Black, of chemical renown. who were not aware that snails must be bred and fed for the table.
 These learned Scotch professors at tempted to regale themselves in imitation
 of the ancients. They caused q quantity of common snailS to be collected in sthe field and made into kind of soup; then, 1 taking their seats opposite each other,
 they set to work in perfect good faith. It required but few mouthfuls to de- Nelop grimace on their faces, but each
 was ashamed to give in first. At last Dr. Black, stealing look at his friend, Ven-
 tured to say:
 Don't you think they taste little green?'
 'D-d green" empkatically responded nr. Hutton. Tax 'em ava, talk 'em ava r'
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-29
stormy Parts of the Ocean.

The most violent hurricanes originate in the tropical attitudes; in the Atlantic ocean, to the north or east of the West Indian islands; and in the Pacific. in the China seas, and the neighborhood of the Philippine islands. As the West Indian cyclones follow the course of the Gulf stream, so the typhoons of the Pacific follow the course of the great oceanic current which passes round the East Indian Archipelago, the scores of China and the Japanese islands. more con- tinuously rough and stormy part of the ocean does not, perhaps, exist than that in the neighborhood of the Shetland isles at the north of Scotland, where the Ger man and Atlantic oceans meet. and where the currents are both rapid and danger ous. The most variable weather is, how ever, experienced off Honolulu, Sandwich islands.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-29
The Latest in AdvertisinC.

French paper gets off the follow ing: The cause of General Boulanger's $ flight is not known. He had at first re- sisted the advice of his friends to cross the frontier, declaring that he feared neither prison nor prison diet, as he had made arrangements with MT. for a weekly supply of his excellent cocoa. But, on learning that this luxury was not to be permitted in prison, the general gave way. Rather than deprive himself of --'s cocoa he quilted France, and is now enjoying it in Belgium, as he will likewise be able to do in any country in the world in which he may choose to re- side"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-29
Chinese the Most Spoken Language.

Professor kirchoff of Halle estimates that tho language most spoken on the globe, for the last 1,0OO years at least, is the Chinese, for it is without doubt the only one that is talked by over 400, ,000, ,O00 of the human race; the next language most in use, but at a very great distance behind Chinese, being Hindustani, spoken by over 100, O,0Oo,OOO. Then follow Eng fish, spoken by about 100, 100000; Rus sian, over 70,000,O0 German, over 54,- 100000, and Spanish, over 47,ooo, ,ooo.- The American.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-29
A Big Stalacttte Cave in France.

A stalactite cave of enormous extent has been discovered at Reclere, close to the French frontier, and is attracting con- siderable interest among geologists and others. The whole extent of this cave has not yet been ascertained; but an idea can be formed of its size from the circum- stance that a few days ago exploring par ties visited the cave, ono entering at a.. m. and the other at II a. m., and each party roamed about for several hours without coming across the other. The cave is fairly dry, containing, so far as now ascertained, only a small pond and it can be entered with perfect safety N. Y. Telegram.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-29

ing him. and least of all the eyes of tc- teotive Sawyer and sam Sharp the newsboy.
 The mine had been idle since the @reas steel mill was dism@ntlod, because its supply of coal w:ls u,vu mainly fer the purpose of keeping that establishment going, and Eckert firmly believed that there was not Il human being 4n the place but himself
 "Some great motive must have brought him into this spoolSy tunnel alone, whia. pered the detective in sam ShaVp'S ear.
 It's queer as he should come here by himself, said Sam. "when ne might have all the men from the mill with him if he wanted them. guess he wouldn't like it fine knew we were a-f0ilcrin' him."
 "We must take good ere that he doesn't know, my boy" replied Sawyer, with emphasis, adding, Don't lose your lamp, lad; we may have plenty of use for both yours and mine before We get back"
 Never fear" said the boy, "Il<now a thing or two about mines"
 The detective and Sam took with them two mine lamps which they found near the entrance of the slope, but they did not intend to light them unless some emergency might arise that would make 1t absolutely necessary for them to do so.
 The slope was an unusually long one, and its descent difficult, owing partly to the steep pitch, partly to the worn, ir. regular ties which held the rickety track and partly to the little pools of water formed here and there by the slimy drip from the roof; but the detective and his brave little newsboy assistant managed to make excellent headway.
 Two or three times Tom Eckert pauseG and looked cautiously around as if he feared that he was followed. but when ever he did so, Sawyer and Sam Sharp who moved with light footstrps, also came to a stand-still.
 "If he should come back it wouldn't be easy to keep ahead of him in the dark, ' said Sam, who secretly feared Ecllert
 "He is not likely to come back now, replied the detective. He is too near the foot of the slope to return until he attends to the errand that brought him down here.
 The haste with which Eckert darted AeA "uiu io" liAS ~NltN C opinion.
 A stiff current of cool air was rushing through the slope, and Ec.Iert found if no easy task to prevent his lamp from going out, but the tiicllering flame held on with wonderful tenacity, until after a tiresome zig-zag journey the li9ht-bear- CT came to a halt from sheer exhaustion
 After trimming his lamp anew, Eckert stood still for several minutes during which he listened intently to make sure that he was alone in that deep, dark sol. itude. He gazed eagerly around him. lifted his lamp high above his head and peered anxiously into the gloom; then being satisfied that his movements were not watched, he turned to the right and walked rapidly along the main cangway for some distance.
 Sawyer and Sam Sharp managed to keep as close behind as the line of light would permit, although the detective re marked that the atmosphere of the place was becoming unheaInble.
 "Well, we can stand it he can," said Sam, "although I've heard the men say that the air is none too good even when
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-29

feeble blicker of a mine-lamp was seen emerging from the slope.
 In less than a minute the news flew around that some of the worllrncn were In the mine, and Sawyer and Sam Sharp had some difficulty in trying to allay the approximations of those who pressed around them for information Their appearance was unexpected, and they were immediately piled with all sorts of inquiries.
 In reply to the numerous questions addressed to them, Sawyer said:
 Gentlemen, this is no time for tedi- ous details. A party of visitors were reckless enough to venture into the slope, and one of their number was caught under the crash, where he still remains in great agony. We were un- able to assist him, and we decided to come out for help. Who will volunteer to 20 down the slope with me to the rescue of this man? ?"
 "I will I will!" came from a dozen voices, and the eager volunteers pressed forward to the month of the slope where Sawyer and Sam Sharp stood.
 The detective was anxious to reach Tom Eckert alive, for reasons of his own, and so he urged the relief corps that accompanied himself and Sam Sharp to make all possible speed. Sawyer, as Q shrewd detective, knew the value of getting ut his man before the latter lost consciousness, if such n thing were possi- ble.
 Ned Newcomb was one of the most active, energetic members of the party hot 1xv was in deadly pcrI was sufficient to en- list his sympathies and command his assistance, and he was among the first to volunteer his services when Detective Sawyer appealed for aid to rescue his supposed friend from the fearful fate which threatened him in the mine.
 Although he had been employed at the steel mill, he was familiar. with mining, having worked for several years
 To be continued
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-29
Sound Doctrine.

Beggar Q7S9) Cannot your Worship help me little? Mr. Jefferson says all men are equal, and
 Squire Broadbrim.- friend; and so thee art as able as myself to earn q liying.-Puck.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-29
WASHINGTON EMPRESS.

For Newhurgh. Philadelphia Baltimore anu Washinst, with Pullman Sleeping Cars, lo. 4a pm Boston, 3:10 am. Worcester, 3:1e am Putnam, S:10 am Willimantic, 3:10 am. Hartford, S:l0 m; return. 9:s0 a. h. New Britain, 3l0 m; return, 9:4S p. m Danbury, 10A2 D m; return. 200 n m Fshkill on Hudson. 10:4a D m; return. BOO n m
 A. c. KENDALL, Gen'l Pass Agent i:,.sts.s. c II. PLATT, Supt., Hartford,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-29
YuengIing's Beer.

ME FINEST BOTTLED BEER IN THE MAR. Il ket. One trial will convince you. Families supplied in quantities to suit. Orders by mail promptly delivered.
 c. E. MINER, Agent,
 13 Spring Street
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-29
CHAPTER XXI.
TO THE RESCUE.

HE fact that no per son was known to be in the mine at
 the time of the dis 6Ster soon caused people to losa in- terest ill the matter, and a good many wore about to go h o me, W h on h e
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-05-29
CHAPTER XIX. 4 SCBTERRANEAN STORM.

HEN Tom ECkcrt lighted the lamp that was to gliiGC him down the steep slope leading into the depths of the Carson coal mine, he little knew that two pairs of k, en eyes were eagerly IVatrh-
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-03-28

I'm case of confirmation will you acceptP
Il have given le matter no thought what
ever have no been an applicant for the
place, and can no lestly say that / have never
been consulted in the matter. The nomina-
ton is complete surprise to me- Senators
Farwell and Cullom are friends of mine but
neither of them has ever approached me on
the subject"
do you expect any semi-official notifca-
ton in advance OF confirmation by the SEN
ate2"
an that respect / am 'betwixt and be-
tween. Had been an applicant, of course
inquiry as to my willingness to ccept would
have been superfiuous. Had l been solicited
to accept, and hao not done so in advance,
according to common usage, l should have
been asked whether or not would accept
But as 1t appears to me now have been
nominated without application or solicitation,
and what custom dictates lit such cases
confess do not know At all events shall
take time to consider, aud just how much
time will depend upon circumstances which
can not anticipate"
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-03-28
Theatrical.

A rather small audience at Harper.
theatre last night witnessed the perform
auce for the first time in Rock Island o.
Gus j. Heege's new play of "A Sky
Scraper," the comedian, John Dillon a.
Dennis O'Dowd, the clsirvoyant. The
play Is much inferior both in plot and in
scope for good talent to any comedy Mr. &.
Dillon has yet appeared in. The great
comedian, however, made the most OF
what be had TO do, which was not much.
The support was generally weak
Manager Steel has secured high or
der Of attractions for the theatre going
public of Rock Island in the immediate
future. Tomorrow evening the decided
novelty, the whistling primsdonns, Mrs.
Alice j. Shaw and company is to appear
The Des Moines Register says Of this
company:
A unique and very enjoyable enter
tainment was given at the Capital City
opera house last night by Mrs. Alice J.
shaw, The whistling sOloist, and an ex-
cellent company of musicians. This be.
ing Mrs. Shaws first appearance in this
city there was great interest in seeing the
fair whistler whose fame had preceded
her. She came, the audience saw, but
she conquered She is, to begin with. a
very handsome woman, with beautiful
stage presence. and when she FUCKERS up
very pretty little mouth, she is a pic.
tIlra ARtk
educated whistle OF rare accomplish
ments. II appeared first in Arditi's beau>
tiful waltz, II Bacio. She executed the
brilliant selection with wonderful fine
ELECT. bringing out all the fine passages
In very artistic manner. She
trills like bird. gives clear.
precise tone like piccolo,
or smooth legato. like the sweetest
tones Of violin. Her command over
her whistle is complete, and it responds
to every demand made upon 1t. She
captured the audience by storm, and W as
compelled to respond 10 An enthusiastic
recall. For her second number she gave
brilliant polka, al d again revealed the
possibilities OF an educated whistler, In a
wonderful manner. For an encore she
gave Annie Laurie, which brought out a
different style OF whistliDg that was very
sweet and tender. The audience would
have been glad of another encore even, SO
pleasant was the music. The support
ing company has some excellent artists
including Miss Ollie Torbett, vloliuist;
Miss Edith Pond, singing reader; Mrs.
Jennie r. Campbell, accompanist for
Mrs. Shaw, Mr.. F. V. Downey, pianist
and accompsnist, and Mr.. Gustave Thai.
berg. the Swedish tenor. They all were
very we'll received, especially the violin.
ist, who is a very charming young lady,
and not only plays with rare skill and
beauty, but delights the audience with
her simple, unaffected manner. The
programme was very choice, and was
greatly enjoyed.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-03-28
NeEoHAM KNOCKS OUT GILMORE.
A Twenty Round Glove Fight Between
Western Light-Weights.

A Twenty Round Glove Fight Between
Western Light-weights.
MINNEAPOLIS, Mimi, March 2s-Tbe
long talked of glove fight between Harry
Gilmore, Of Chicago, and Dan Needham
came off early yesterday morning in a
barn eight miles up the river. The prelim.
inaries were settled after some wrangling,
and time was called at 3:29 Gilmore had
perhaps the most science but lacked in hit
ting power and was finally in the twentieth
round knocked ont by Needbam, who re-
ceived a purse o. s400. In the last round
Gilmore received a terrific thump in the neck
and went down. He stood up Just before
time was called, but was very groggy.
Danny made rush and knocked
Harry down. He vas unable to rise for fif-
teen seconds, and 50 lost the fight. The ref
cree was a we'll kno wn sporting man. The
story of the fight b. rounds shows that some
excellent fighting was done; indeed. it is
agreed that the fight was the most scientific
and gentlemanly ever fought in the north.
west. There was no blood shed, and at the
close Needham was as fresh as daisy, only
his right eye being black and swollen. Both
of Gilmore's eyes were BACKED, and he was
badly winded, but suffered no serious dam
au
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-03-28

WASHINGTON CRY. March 2s-The sen
ate dispatched some routine business yester-
day, and then proce eded TO consider the ques-
ton whether it was competent far that body
to choose presiding officer pro tenn. to act
when occasion should arise instead of wait
ing for the occasion. George opposed the
proposition on constitutional grounds, saying
the sovereign people elected the presiding
officer OF the senate, and no arrangements
should be made implying that the presence
of the vice presiden was not material Tur-
pie, Reagan and Evarts took the opposite
view, and the latte offered a resolution de-
claring that it is competent for the senate to
elect president pro TEN. to hold Office dur
ing its pleasure, and act when the vice presi-
dent is absent The resolution was referred
to the privileges and elections committee,
after which an executive session was held
and adjournment re ached at 8 d m
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-03-28
New York Solons DO Some Stumbling.

ALBANY, II. V, March 2s-The senate
yesterday passed bill vesting the control of
the west side Of Fifth avenue, between TWEEN
ty-fourth and Twenty fifth streets, New
York city, in the adjutant general of the
state during the peri d of the celebration of
tie centenary Of Washington's Inauguration.
The stand to he erected there under military
authority Will be occupied by members of
the state legislature and officials Of the state
government and their families and friends
1t Is male Inisdemeanor to interfere in any
way with this stand. The bill is intended as
snub to Ward McAllister and otbsr lead
ers OF society in New York who are alleged
to be trying to run" the celebration to their
own glory.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-03-28
MAY Term LurnrR

Last evening the following petit
jurors were drawn to serve at the NAV
term of the circuit court:
FIRST PANEL.
Hampton-David Cook, Henry Bre.
want.
Rock Island-Matthew Launen, VIM.
Heitahrends. Christ Peterson, Jr., H B
Burgh, Charles Blythe. John Corken .Jr.,
Gotlieb Dierolf, G E Turner, E War
necke. K Huber, John Evans.
Moline-Erick Lind, A Boynton,
Charles Carlstedt, Peter n Nelson,
August Lagerloff, Charles Weander. J q
Miller, 8 @ Wheelock, Henry Donahue
4 ] Baldwin, Andrew Bratt, John Car
son. Marvin Forber.
South Rock Island-Frank Norris.
Rural-Louis Schoening.
Zuma-Joseph Dunbar.
Coal Valley s Corns.
EdgiDgton-Charles Walker.
Bowling-Benson Badhsm, William
Coyne.
South Moline-John Griffith.
Port Byron-George Larne.
SECOND PANEL.
tsoch leidnu-J ~ beecDer, J0nn
Schmidt, w P Tindall. David WEIGH, W
Schroeder, Charles Wolf. T j Ellenwood,
George Bromley. II Hetter, G W Reaugh,
Hans Rsabe.
Moline-Andrew Lind, John Stainb beck,
J J King, c j Carlson. c J Bergblom, ]
Il Mueller, L Younggren. Charles Akers
Port Byron-Romaso Hall.
Hampton-Wm Porter. John O'Brien,
Charles Peterson. George Nader.
Acknowledgements Boomer.
Blsckhawk-Wm Dickson, John Bopes,
l. G Frysinger. Michael Kane.
Zuma-Joseph Donahoo.
Buffalo Prairie-Wm France.
South Rock Island-T + Vincent.
Cordova-J Boston.
Rural-A E Alley.
Edgington-John McAdsms.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-03-28
A Good Deal Mixed.
Matter Of interest Regardless of
Relationship.
GOV. BEAVER USES HIS CRUToH

On Retired Officer Who Yearnod to Pull
His Nose-Strange Fatality ON the James
River-The Salt Syndicate Hangs Fire
A Boundary Line Affair Upon Which
Depends Big Money-Remarkable vir-
ginia Morals Collapse of a Strike.
WASHINGTON CRY, March 2s-Maj
George Armss, retired made an assault last
evening in the lobby of the Riggs house on
Governor Beaver, of Pennsylvania Armes
was ordered out Of the line of the procession
on inauguration day by Gen. Gibson. He
claimed to be an aide of Governor Beaver,
and he made complaint to the adjutant gen.
eral of the action Of Gibson At the same
time he wrote a letter to Governor Beaver
which Beaver did not answer Meeting
Beaver in the lobby of the Riggs house last
evening be asked him why he had not an
swered his letter. Beaver replied that he
was not In the habit of answering insolent
letters. AS Beaver turned to walk away
Armes tried to get hold of his nose to pull it.
Beaver, who has only one leg, struck Armes
with the crutch he carried. Arrnes was
then hustled out OF the hotel by the employees
of the house
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-03-28
Tho Eehring Sc Proclamation

OTTAWA, Ont, March 2s.-Sir John Nc
Donald, in reply to question Tuesday night
in the house of commons, as to whether any
correspondence had besn had in regard to the
Behring sea proclamation of the American
government, said: there has been DO cor.
respondence. There has been good deal of
misrepresentation on the subject, but there is a
clause in an act Of congress relating to the
Behring sea, requiring a proclamation of
of this kind to be issued avery year warning
their own people regarding the rights re-
served to private parties in that region. This
is only the ordinary proclamation issued
every year, and covered NO new features