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Sacramento daily record-union. [volume] (Sacramento [Calif.]) 1875-1891, 1889-05-07
LOCAL BREVITIES.

Lille V. Sickles has been granted a d.
vorce from N. D. Sickles.
The State Printers payroll for the past
two weeks amounted to $6016 so.
Dennis Cunningham was the party whose
house was destroyed by fire on Sunday, in
stead of Dan Cummings, as stated.
Bids for the privileges at the Red Mems
picnic will be received until o'clock this
evening, by B. F. Johnson, at Tenth and
K streets.
The Supervisors have called an election
for Trustees of Reclamation District No.
4O7, to take place at Isleton on the 18th of
June next.
The man named Brown who was shot
by Bill Clark, alias Sacramento Bill at
Penryn last Friday night, has diedi from
the effects of his wounds.
G. A. Sawtelle, having had time to in
vestigate his losses by the raid on his store
on Sunday morning, has come TO the con-
cluslon that he is out of pocket from 81 200
to 81 800.
The Justices of the Supreme Court came
up from San Francisco last night, accom-
panied by ]. d. Spencer, Clerk, and other
Court officers. The Court will begin its
session at 10 o'clock to-day.
Nothing has as yet been done to test the
question of the non-payment of police
mems salaries, and the men are beginning
to doubt whether or not their alleged en-
ployment as officers of the city was not all a
dream, after all.
The case of the people against G. H.
Eldred, who is accused of having got more
ballots into the box at the last election
than were cast, was yesterday continued
by Judge Armstrong until the 2Sth. FL
bred is represented by attorney F. D. Ryan.
Aman claims to have been decoyed all the
way from Illinois to this city by bogus
letter Offering him work in a stable.
"Thompson's colt" left the stable in disgust
when he learned of it, and has not since
been heard of. He found he was not the
champion.
The grocery kept by Chas. Schepp,
| at Sixteenth and Mistreets and owned by B
McGinty, was damaged 5000 or so by fire
| yesterday, while the stock suffered to- the
extent of some $780, with no insurance.
Later on the fire broke out again, but was
soon extinguished.
Sheriff Ball of Butte county passed
| through this city yesterday, having three
prisoners en- route to San Quentin. They
| were James Conley and Dan Ryder, sem
fenced to three years each for burglary, and
James Wilson, sentenced to three and a
| half years for ENLIGHTENMENT.
According to rumors from Penryn, lively
times may be expected in the vicinity of the
Bassett deadfall, near there, where a man
was shot the other night. The citizens
| have bought the property and notified
| "Circus Bill" the recent proprietor, to alb
squatulate to-day but it is said he has
armed himself and threatens death to the
first man that approaches.
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS.
Taverner's Slaughtered Sheep = w.
Henry for Township Justice.

Taverner's Slaughtered Sheep = w. A.
Henry for Township Justice.
George Taverner appeared relative to his
sheep that were killed by the fall of the
McCabe wire bridge across the Costumes.
He claimed to have lost 135 head; that the
sheep were not stampeded, nor forced upon
the bridge, and that the sheep were worth
at least 50 so each.
Some other testimony was taken in re-
gard to the matter, which was then taken
under advisement.
Sitting as Swamp Land Commissioners,
the Board allowed the claim of the Mutual
Life Insurance Company for $1,01S 40
against Reclamation District No. 407.
An election was ordered to be held at
Isleton on June 11th for Trustees of Dis
trict No. 407. A. T. Allender was appointed
Inspector, and P. 81. Gardner and Sanford
Dickey Judges.
The matter of the application of Mrs
Alice NJ. Valensin for the closing of an old
road and the opening of a new one leading
to Arno Station from the lone road was
partially heard and continued till 10 A. NJ
on Friday.
An order was made allowing tine Grand
Island Ferriage Company to change its
landing on the Sacramento river to point
500 feet distant.
]. H. Hamilton, Overseer of Road Dis
trict No. III, was allowed to expend $50
per month from his road fund for sprink-
ling the road from Sacramento to Willow
slough during the summer.
The Board having been officially notified
of the death of Township Justice 1. S.
Brown for Sacramento city. it was decided
to enter at once upon. the election of his
successor.
Mr.. Ross placed in nomination R. NJ
Clarken, Mr.. Greer placed in nomination
w. A. Henry, and Mr.. Tebbets named
Charles N. Post. The roll was called, with
the following result:
For Post-Tebbets and Bates.
For Henry-Greer and Black.
For Clarken-Ross.
Ross changed his vote to Henry, and the
latter was declared elected.
The vote was cast on strictly party lines.
Recess till 10 o'clock this morning.
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ADJUSTMENTS.

At the Opera House last night, the J. NJ.
Ward Company played THE Red Fox"
an Irish comedy drama. Ward and his
wife, Carrie Clark Ward, have the leading
roles and interpret them excellently. Both
introduce Irish songs and dances. Ward
is an admirable personator of the Irish
peasant. having but few equals, indeed, in
that line. The support consists of Louis
and Kitty Belmour, r. C. White. Mrs.
Belle Douglas. well known, competent and
experienced stock actors, and B. ]. Muir
ply, another Of the troupe, who is less
known, but made favorable impression.
Timothy Mccarthy, in one of the scenes
introduced the Irish pipes. playing al
length upon the strange instrument
strange TO most of this generation. The
only difficulty with Mr.. Wards company
light orchestra can be excused-is lack of
competent supernumeraries and persons
for minor characters. 1t creates an unfa-
vorable impression and notably weakens
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the drama to require Mrs. Douglass ard
Miss Belmour to double in strongly con.
trasting characters. By a few additions
the company would be greatly strength.
ened. The Red Fox" will be repeated to.
night.
The recall of George Riddle for second
reading at the Congregational Church
Thursday evening, will be pleasing news
to the ticket holders of the Lecture Associa-
ton, and all who heard Mr.. Riddle on a
previous occasion. Upon his former ap-
pearance here he maintained his reputa-
ton as one of the foremost readers on the
American platform, and his arrangement
is at the request of large number of his
former audience. As the committee SAYS
in its advertisement, The announcement
is enough; the house will be full"
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Found the Record.

County Clerk Hamilton on Saturday
found the full record of the order of Judge
Clark, made on August 26, 1873, awarding
A. J. Stevens and wife the custody of their
grandchild-the then infant son of A. D..
and May Billings-by legal adoption. This
is the order that cuts an important figure
in the division of the estate Of A. J. Ste
vens. 1t is recorded in Book of the Civil
Records of the County Court for that year.
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Sent to the Hospital.

A man whose name could not be learned
was brought to the police station yesterday
| morning from Sutterville. He was at first
| thought to have the delirium tremens, but
| the City Physician said the man had an
epileptic fit. A permit was obtained from
Supervisor Black, and the sick man was
conveyed TO the County Hospital. The
officers recognize him as a wood-chopper
whom they have frequently seen on the
streets, but do not know his name.
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Poiicemen's Authority.

At the session of the Police Commission
yesterday, Mayor Gregory called attention
to the fact that police officer had informed
citizen that he had no authority to inter-
fere with the construction of sidewalk
that did not conform to the requirements
of the law. He THE Mayor thought that
policemen should have better under
standing Of the extent of their authority
Chief Lee said that he was quite certain
he had instructed the officers in regard to
the supervision of sidewalks, as well as
other matters, but would jog their men,
| cries again on the subject.
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As Bright as Day.

The electric light system of the Southern
Pacific Company was brought into play
last night, when the lamps at the mast.
heads on Front street, at the depot and in
the shop. yards were lighted for the first
time. The lamps ali worked well, and the
river front, depot and yards were made as
bright as day, greatly facilitating the hand.
ling of trains
Sacramento daily record-union. [volume] (Sacramento [Calif.]) 1875-1891, 1889-05-07
VICTORY FOR THE CITY.
Judge Hunt Decides Coupon Case
Against the Bondholders.

Judge Hunt, of San Francisco, who pre-
sided in the Superior Court of this county,
in September last, during the trial of the
case of Samuel Davis VS.. the City of Sacra-
mento, yesterday filed in the Clerks office
his decree and findings in the case. Judg-
ment is given in favor of the city, and the
plaintiff has filed notice of appeal. This
was one of the numerous bond suits of Da-
Wis against the city.
A well-known and able lawyer of this
city says that if this decision should be af-
firmed by the Supreme Court the bonded
debt OF Sacramento will be wiped out in
about i've years at the present rate of de-
crease
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Tomorrow, at 10 o'clock A. NJ, Bell &
Co. will hold large sale of furniture
household goods. carpets, etc.
The same firm will sell to-day at 10 A. NJ
all the furniture in the residence at 1122 ]
street, comprising fine piano and choice
bedroom, dining-room and kitchen furni.
ture.
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OF adults of this city be taken at the same
time that the City Marshals were making
count OF the school children, and it was SO
ordered.
| Adjourned for the week.
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IF YOU want anything in the musical
line go to Hammers music store. Largest
stock of music and musical merchandise in
the city. Sole agent Chickering & Sons
pianos.
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To Quiet TitIa,

F. d. Myers has commenced suit in the
Superior Court against Eli Mayo and 9TH
ers to quiet title to the east half of lot 6, P
and O, Fifth and Sixth streets.
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TOMORROW We commence our great mil.
linery sale. A brilliant opening of hand.
some and attractive goods for summer
wear. Red House.
Sacramento daily record-union. [volume] (Sacramento [Calif.]) 1875-1891, 1889-05-07

Birth, DEATH and marriage notices mus DC sent ia
BY responsible parties. and paid for as soloirs
Births and marriages, % cents each funeral notices
50 cents.
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THE greatest bargains of the season W,
are now offering in clothing, furnishin,
goods and ladies' and gents footwear. Rex
House.
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Willow stove wood, 81 so per cord. a
O'NeaI & Sons, 1905 Second street. Tele
phone 204.
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NEW and attractive line of domestic and
imported satins just opened, l2i to 25c per
yard. Red House.
Sacramento daily record-union. [volume] (Sacramento [Calif.]) 1875-1891, 1889-05-07

If you are all run down, tagged out, TAX
Simmons Liver Regulator and be spry.
Sacramento daily record-union. [volume] (Sacramento [Calif.]) 1875-1891, 1889-05-07

MArHusHEK PIANOS the best. Endorsed
by artists. Cooper's music store.
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Postponement Of a Picnic.

The Union Sunday school picnic has
been postponed, on account of the rain
until further notice.
Sacramento daily record-union. [volume] (Sacramento [Calif.]) 1875-1891, 1889-05-07

TRY Or. Hobbs Golden Seal fer rheuma
tism.
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DIED

Sacramento, May 6-George ]. Danger, native
of Alsace. a years and II days.
Funeral notice hereafser.I
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A Weeks City Revenues.
Following are the receipts and disburse-
ments for the week ending May 4th, as
returned by the City Auditor:
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SUPERIOR COURT,

Department One-Armstropg, Judge.
SACRAMENTO, May 6, 1889
People VS.. c. H. Eldred-Continued till May
18th.
Dingley VS.. Dingley- Continued till to-mor
row.
People VS.. James Harris, burglary-On trial.
settle title to land of Bell Conservatory)-Decre
in favor of plaintiff.
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Phillips Popular Excursions to all
Eastern Points.

A LII PULLMAN TOURIST ACCOMMODA-
"A tions Manager through as far as Boston,
Mass. Porter with each car. Cheapest ticket.
Best sleeping accommodation.
From Sacramento, April Is, 1889.
Inquire OF BRAND & CAMPBELL, 400 ]
street. Sacramento If
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Muaanm Association.

SACRAMENTO May 8, 1889.
Estate of John Alleman, deceased-Ordel
made distributing estate.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
Court CHATTER.

Frank Norris, the stranger who went
through a room at Gordon's restaurant
short time since, plead guilty yester-
day afternoon and Judge Peasants SEN
fenced him to one year in the peniten-
tisry.
Harry Fay. of Moline, who at first
pleaded not guilty to assault with dead
ly weapon, changed his mind just before
before the adjournment of court last
nigh, and admitted his guilt. He was
fined 800 and committed to Jail to await
payment.
Tie case of John NJ. Peterson VS. the
estate of Anna l.. Hanson. an appeal
from the county court by plaintiff. came
up yesterday afternoon. A jury COM
posed of Oscar Bruner, Samuel Bryan, A.
Martin. Charles Rite. VIM. o. Long.
John Behan. Henry Kinner. Jacob OIL
weller. James Sollenberger, George A.
Loyejoy, August Schsfer and James
Cook, was empannelled. The suit is to
recover board bill. Messrs. VIM. Jack
son and w. J. Entrikin appear for the
plsintif. while W. A. Meese is counsel
for the defense.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20

the SCHNEIDER farm in South Rock Island
LIZ acres. he will move on the prem
ises this fall but will continue to blow
glass. The rising generation OF the
Shaun family with the assistance OF hired
help will run the farm.
The dates of the Merchants carnival to
be held at Armory hall have been changed
to October 23d and 24th-one night
sooner than previously arranged, by rea-
son of the hall being engaged for the
25th.
The editor of the Union took a ride
over to Davenport on the street cars and
actually complimented the company on
its excellent roadway. From the manner
in which the Uniou opposed the bridge
line. it was hardly supposed that any of
its staff would cross the river by other
conveyance than the ferry. But then the
Union can be made to see a good thing
after persistent pounding.
Mr.. ]. 8. Gilmore left last evening for
Lincoln. Neb.. having been repeatedly
solicited by citizens of that city to re-
open pork packing establishment which
has been closed for some time. Special
inducements have been offered him, and
if an inspection of the plant proves sat>
isfactory. Mr.. Gilmore will probably take
lease of the building, and engage some
competent man to manage the institution.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
Serious Accident.

julius Deering and an unknown cem-
panion boarded freight train al Durant,
Iowa. this morning in an intoxicated con-
dition. When within few miles of
Davenport they both fell or we're knocked
from the train by being hit by the upper
part of the bridge under which the bodies
of Deering and his companion were
found. 1t is judged by papers found on
the person of the dead one. that he
WIS resident of Moline. The injured
party is still unconscious and nothing
definite as to his identity OF cause of the
accident can be learned until he can tell
the story or friends recognize him.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
The Fire I.addie..


The Wide Awake and Phoenix Hose
companies begin to think that their tele-
phones are things Of the past. The con-
tract called for the service Sept. list. This
service will cost the city over $500 per
year, which is less than interest on a re-
liable and permanent fire alarm plant.
When friends of the different fire COM
psnies wish to notify their favorite COM
pany the other companies will get left,
whereas if it was Gamewell or other fire
alarm systems. it would be simultane>
Gus to all companies.
M. V. Archer, the contractor and
builder. has been fixing up and trans
forming the Wide Awake house to make
it suitable and useful to this time of ad.
vancement on the part of the fire COM
psnies of the city. Two stalls have been
placed on each side of the house, in size
roomy enough for the horses and leaving
a good space for the truck. The second
floor has been partitioned off into three
rooms. The front room will be used as
a reception room and the two rear rooms
for beds which will be used by members
of the company, alternately. The har-
ness for the horses was delivered TO the
company today. Fred Hilfinger. the
maker, took his time and made an outfit
which the boys are proud of. The gold
plated harness which corresponds in
array with the color of the horses
''cream"-is being arranged on pullies to
be worked automatically so as to be used
W it'll dispatch.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
KriSIge ReDatrs

The bridges over Rock river would
have been opened to the public according
to dates stated, if it had not been for the
delay of iron for the canal bridge. The
Milan shore bridge and the second bridge
this way has received the same treat
ment. The lumber used is oak and five
and-a-half inches in thickness, The iron
for the canal bridge will ARRIVE this
evening. The bridge and approaches will
be enlarged so two teams can pass. The
old bridge over the canal will stand until
the new bridge is ready for travel. AL
dermsn I'll. of the bridge committee. has
supervision of the work.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
Knights 1,emp.ar at clinton

The Rock Island Knights Templar re-
turned from Clinton this morning, where
they spent the night in feasting and
song--or rather exemplifying several
degrees of Masonry. Large delegations
were also present from Chicago. Du
buque, Cedar Rapids and other cities. A
grand banquet was served by Mine Host
Monlton, of the Revere house, to which
all did ample justice. The Rock Island
party brought back handsome menu cards
as souvenirs OF the festsl event,
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
Juvenile Firemen.

Mr.. and Mrs. Morris Rosenfield re-
turned from Chicago last night, bringing
with them hook and ladder truck and
small wagon as present to their son
Charles. The wagon bears the name of
moline" and when the boy bitches the
goat TO the shafts. it goes. The small
boys of the neighborhood are going to
organize fire company and pull the hook
and ladder truck to bonfires in the lower
end of the city.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20

OF the talented young actor Robert Man
tell. who appears at the opening of the
rejuvensted Burtis opera house Monday
evening. the Chicago Inter Ocean says:
Mr.. Mantell will end bis engagement at
the Grand opera house this evening. His
acting in ''Monbars" is very strong and
-tistic performance. and leaves no doubt
in the mind as to the fine ability of this
young and handsome actor. With more
conscientious methods, more artistic
poise, more general breadth of intellec-
tial force. Mr.. Mantell very often re-
minds one of the late Charles R. Thorne,
and is in many respects another such
actor.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
BIC Damage Suit.

Suit will be instituted in the October
term of court against A. M. Hogan, A A.
Bryant, Geo. Wiltse, s. H. Haines and
others for $4,000 damages The case
grew out of the killing of Hsnsell while
in the act OF robbing Haines. The suit
will be based upon supposed conspiracy,
entered into by the parties named above,
to kill Hansell Maj Beardsley. of Rock
Island, McGuirk. of Davenport, and Nc
Candless, of this city, are the attorneys
for the prosecution. Notice will be
served this week. -Montezuma Republic
can
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
A sewer.

City Attorney Haas filed papers in the
county court this afternoon asking for q
special assessment on the property holders
living on the route of the Seventeenth
street sewer ordered by the city council
at recent meeting. Judge Adams APP
pointed Messrs. James Blaisdell, E. E
Parmenter and J. r. Johnston commits
sioners to assess the damages
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
The Corner Stone.

The NJ E church dedication Monday
afternoon is not going to be small af
fair. The Rev. G. W. Cue has sent on,
invitations to the mayor. city council
city clerk, police force. and other city Of
ficials to be present. The invitation has
been accepted. The corner stone has
been cut and the copper box made.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
Excursion .

The grand Woodmen's excursion to
Peoria next Sunday. Sept. %, promises
to be a grand success. The committee
have arranged to have the train stop at
the fair grounds upon reaching Peoria. to
allow those to alight who wish to view
the exhibits at the state fair, which will
be in readiness Sunday morning for the
opening. All desiring tickets must pur-
chase them before Friday evening, as no
tickets will be sold after that date.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
M0llie,a Lark

Mollie Craig. Davenport sylph, drove
over to this city last night in hilarious
mood. and wanted every body to sing the
razzle>dazzle hymn with her. Officer
Carlson put his arm around Mollie's slen-
der waist and took her to the armory and
this morning Police Magistrate Wivill as
sessed fine of $40 and costs. Being out
Of funds Mollie put up her watch as
sec urity
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
Young Folks Party

The Misses Mary and Sadie Dart gave q
deligh tful dancing party to number of
their young friends last evening. SchilS
fingers orchestra discoursed sweet music
to which the dancers kept merry time.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
Soft Coal for Sale

At my yard. corner of Eleventh street
and Tenth avenue, at ten cents per bush.
ell. B. DAVENPORT.
Aug. 80, 1889.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20

A peculiarly of Hoods Sarsaparilla lie
that while it purifies the blood. it i'm
parts new vigor to every function of the
body.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
Weather E0recast.

U. s. SIGNAL OFFICE,
Washington, d C Sept. 20.
For the next "a hours for Illinois
Fair and stationary.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20

The soft glow of the tea rose is ac>
quired by ladies who use Pozzoni's Com
plexion Powder. Try 1t.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20

Hydrophobia itself is sort of dog
daze.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1889-09-20
ROCK EVER PRESBYTERY
A Highly Interesting Meeting at
Morrison.

Rev. A II. Meldrum, OF This city,
Chosen Moderator;ror the Ensuing
Year---rhe women's Presbyterial
Mission airy society.