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The new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1876-1904, 1889-02-23


until after the 4th of March, there
is no publication until after the date
when one of the two candidates
would have taken his seat if the re-
suit were ascertained.
But no man can assume to be Gov
ernor until the Joint Assembly has
declared his election. No man can
assume to be elected until the off
cial returns have been published by
the Joint Assembly. No man can
say that on the face of the official
returns in the hands of the Speaker
he even has majority of the votes.
Therefore, if either candidate should
assume the functions of Governor be-
fore the counting and publication of
the result by the only tribunal au-
thorized to do it, he would be a
usurper and a revolutionist without
even the forms of law to support his
claim.
But if there were no other reason
or justification for postponing and
publishing the returns than those
already given, we might find an am
pie one in the fact that the change
Tin the date of the election, without
changing other provisions to suit,
has rendered it impracticable to have
a contest matured and ready for the
succeeding Legislature, or, in fact, to
dispose Of it before the 4th of March
The time allowed for the parties to
prepare for the contest runs beyond
the limit when that Legislature
may sit, and beyond the time when
the Governor-elect should take bis
seat. This legislature will have adj
journed before the time has expired
which is allowed the contestants tc
take evidence.
But no harm will be done anybody
who wants to pursue a reasonable
course, as nearly in conformity with
the letter Of the law as practicable
There will be no anarchy-for the
law provides Governor until his
successor is elected and qualified
Let u keep on orr shirts till warmer
| westher.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
NEWS OF THE DAY.

It Is stated that on April 80 1t will be an- nounced that the King of Holland resumes his sovereign duties.
 The Harlem Electric Light works in One hundred-and- d-twenty.second street New York were damaged by fire Thursday eve ming. Loss $l25,OOO.
 It Is the intention of the German Govern ment to fortify the coast towns and villa ges ot German East Africa
 The stables of Messrs. James Winter bottom & Sons, New York, were burned. Ton horses were suffocated
 President Carnot has received electrician Edison with extreme cordiality, and holds almost daily conversations with him.
 Albert M. Frey, the champion pool player, died Thursday in New York of pleuro- pneumonia. He was 2S years old.
 In a collision on the Southern road near Mary, Tenn, brakeman Taylor, conductor Hineline and engineer Rusk were killed. Patrick Carroll, who recently jumped from the Brooklyn Bridge, was arraigned In the Tombs, New York. Thursday, and held in bail for trial.
 Samuel Kideout, deputy collector of GUS. toms at Calais, Me, under the last Repub ncan administration and a prom1net poll
 tician, is dead, aged 66. At least 1000 delegates will be in attend ! ance at the Austrian Catholic congress
 Bishop Strossmeyer will not be present ir person but will be represented by two deputies.
 The Vienna tramway companies have con ceded to their striking employees demand | for twelve hours as a days work and prom | ised to regulate the scale of wages as soon as possible. The city is now quiet In the Catholic congress at Madrid Pro 1 lessor Sanchez Castro vehemently denoun l ced Italy's treatment of the Pope. The action of the congress is creating some alarm in Government circles, as the Spanlsf plates prsmises to do nothing that would l tend to irritate King Humbert
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
MALE CHAPERONES.

How Impecunious Washington Society
 Mon Support Themselves.
 Afew days ago Washington correspond ent clipped the following advertisement from the Star of that city:
 Three tall, handsome young men, who can furnish best of reference, will accompany la- dies to theaters, balls, etc., at reasonable rates. Correspondence strictly confidential
 l had heard of this sort of thing in New York and one or two other cities, but had never before seen an announcement of this kind. My curiosity was aroused, and got @ lady friend to copy an answer to the advertisement which wrote, asking terms, and mailed this to the address given. In due time received reply, requesting an interview, but of course I drew the line there. The writer stated that they would furnish the highest testimonials to their honor and integrity. Their terms were five dollars each per night for doing escort duty, the lady to pay all expenses ot admission tickets, cabs, etc, which would seem to be very comfortable arrangement for them. It will be understood that such a scheme would only be adopted by a lady who wanted to go without regard to caste, and was so unfortunate as to have no male friend to ac- company her. But it is novel and pleasant way for young man to make iving-a good deal easier than hoeing corn or saving wood.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
A STYLISH SUICIDE.
Arrnyed in . Dress Suit, Oliver F. LowA
 Meets a Sensational Death.


 NEW YORK, April p6-Oliver P. Lewis. aged 21, clad in a full dress suit, with Q whtse rose in his buttonhole, climbed over the iron railing of the Central Park reser- voir yesterday, jumped into the water and drowned himself. He had spent the night in the Murray Hill hotel, where he had written a number of notes to relatives and friends informing them of his intentions; :; and about the time the reservoir employees wore pulling his body out of the water the police were sending out general alarm in the hope of preventing the suicide.
 Lewis was clerk in Johnson & Faulk- ner's upholstery store, and lived with his mother and two sisters He told the ladies that he was going to party.
 The notes he sent from the hotel were written on black -bordered paper, and con- tained invitations to his funeral. In the pocket of his overcoat which he hung on the railing, was prayer book with the leaf turned down at the Episcopal burial ser vice, and a hymn book with a certain hymn likewise designated, evidently to be used at the funeral.
 Though there was a diamond stud in hls immaculate white tie, and gold and silv CT rings on his fingers, only few pennies were found in hIs pockets.
 It Is supposed he killed himself because unable to live in style equal to his tastes. His father is Q livery stable keeper at Poughkeepsie, who was not on good terms with his son owing to tho latteI's dislike of plain ways.
 The fact that the mother and sisters had chosen to follow him in his onslaught upon metropolitan society had also led to a man, however, will pay the funeral ex nonaRo
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
To Become n National Union.

BOSTON. April 26.-In the convention of the New England Lasters, Protective Union the report of the committee on amendments to the constitution was debated It was voted to make the organization national one. still retaining the old name, but in cluding all lasters in the United States wno may wish to join. w. H. Marden, of Stoneham, was elected General Treasurer. and Edward l.. Daly, of Lynn, General Secretar. After discussing matters per taining to the trade in the West, and the proper method of dealing with lasting ma- chimes, the convention adjourned.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
Clerk Mansel Has No Defense.

HoBoKEN, N. J., April 28.-William c. Mansel, the dishonest assistant clerk In the City Clerks office, abandoned his fight yes terday and admitted his guilt. He had asked for struck jury, which was drawn, and many expected startling revelations and that others would be involved. When Mansel was taken before the Court yester- day his counsel offered plea of non vult contendere for his client stating that he would not submit plea of guilty, as he de- sired to protect his client in the civil suits that might be brought The plea was ac- cepted and Mansel was sent back to Jail to await sentence. Mansel was indicted on fourteen charges of forgery in issuing and selling fourteen bogus improvement certif. cateS
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
ON THE MlssOURrs DECK.
Captain Murrsn Holds . Reception Pr
 vious to Leaving Port.

Captain Murrsll Holds . Reception Pre-.
 vtous to Leaving Port.
 PHILADKLpH1A, April % - The gallant steamer Missouri which brought the res cued survivors of the Danmark to this port, took her departure from Philadelphia yes. terday afternoon.
 Captain Murrell's last day in port was signalized by generous mark of sentiment on behalf of himself aud the officers of the steamer.
 The vessels officers have contributed their entire share of the testimonial fund raised for them to the survivors of the Dan. mark. The crew retain their portion.
 Captain Murrell gave reception on board tho Missouri yesterday, and for three hours continuously shook the ceaseless line of men, women and children by tho hand. A floral souvenir, tod with silk ribbon to g card, was handed to each lady as she passed in Nne. The cards had printed on them "Compliments of Captain Hamilton Mur- rell, of tho Atlantic transport steamship Missouri, April 2S, 1sS9."
 Among others who presented their com. pliments to the captain were fifty Indian girls from tho Lincoln Home. They pro sented him with gold watch chain, with 2 bloodstone setting and . pair of beaded moccasins.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
A NIurderous Lunatic at Large.

NEWARK, N. J., April 2o.-John Down. ing, desperate burglar. escaped from the Morris Plains insane asylum yesterday. He has twice before escaped from the same in stitution. He was serving a term in the State prison, but feigned insanity and suc- ceeded in being transferred to the asylum.
 He has made several attempts to murder at tendants and jail officers, and Is regarded as a dangerous character. The last crime for which he was imprisoned was the rob bery of clothing store at Buffalo. He was detected in the act, and being pursued by a number of policemen and a crowd of cit izens he Jumped into the Erie canal He rs
 mained so long under water that 1t was supposed that he had been drowned, but on being tished out he was found to be alive. Six hours later he made an almost successful attempt to break jail. Newark officers then arrived and brought him here.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
Important Railroad Matters.

NEW YORK, April 26.-The Northern Pa cific railroad directors have withdrawn from the agreement for harmonious oper- ation of roads in the Pacihc Northwest This throws the burden of the Oregon Navi- gation lease on the Union Pacific Brayton Ives, leading Northern Pacific director, has resigned the vice presidency of the Oregon Transcontinental system. This is taken to mean that the Northern Pacific has severed relations with the Willard in- terests, and it is expected that the latter's representatives in the Northern Pacific board will retire. The proposition to oper- ate the Wisconsin Central on a percent age of earnings was considered, without ac- tion. Another meeting will be held next Thursday.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
Mineral shoe Blackine.

There is farm in Rush Valley, Utah, upon which has been discovered a mine of natural shoe backing, which produces a fine polish not easily dimmed. Truly, there are more things in the earth, Horatio, than were ever dreamt of by the old philosophers. Up in Wind river country there was found some years ago deposit of natural soap. No doubt if we keep on. digging we shall find in due time towels, tooth-brushes and such things all fully developed. She's g great old Mother Earth, and no wonder SO many people want all oft = >.A
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
BASEBALL SCORES,

At Jersey City-New York. Il; Bos ton, 10. phia, postponed on account of rain.
 At Pittsburg-Pittsburg, 5; Chicago, 4. At Indlanapolis-1 4; Cleve land, TO-
 At Baltimore-Baltimore Athletic game postponed on account of rain.
 At Kansas City-Kansas City, l6; Louis ville,b ,b.
 At Brooklyn-Brooklyn 9; Columbus, 9 Game called at the end of the ninth inning on account of darkness.
 At St Louis-St. Louis, 10; Cincinnati, 5
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
NATIONAL REFORM IDEAS.
An Assault on Catholicism and n Plea for
 Chinese Immigrant

PITTsBuRa, Pa, April 26-A large aldi- once was present at the fifth session of the National Reform Convention at old City Hall yesterday. Ths first subject on the programme was "The Romish Assault on .ae Common Schools" Rev D. McFall made bitter attack on the Catholic church nnd Its rulers, and claimed that they were the only enemies the public school system mad.
 Hev. s. l.. Baldwin, secretary of the Methodist Episcopal Missionary society of New York, spoke on ''the Chinese uues tlon." He said ''There should be no Chin ese question, no Irish question, no German question, but only American questions"
 The speaker spoke at much length on tho immigration question, denouncing the eX- clusion laws in unmeasured terms and as. serting that in California, where most of the Chinamen arc located, wages arc higher than anywhere in the country.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
Dickenson Colleges Now President.

CARLISLE, Pa., April 26.-The historical exercises in connection with the inrugura- tion Of the new president of Dickenson Col lege, Rev. Dr. George Reed of New Haven, Conn.,, the fifteenth president, took place in Bosler Memorial hall last night before 500 people. Gen. Clinton B. Fisk, of New Jer- sey, presided. Addresses of welcome were made by Prof. H. c. Hines, ex-Judge Hen derson and others. The oath of office was administered to the new president by Judge Sadler. Dr. Reed will assume charge of the college tomorrow.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
Of Interest to Postmasters.

WASHINGTON, April 36.-First Assistant Postmaster General Clarkson was closeted with the President for some time yesterday and in their uninterrupted privacy they dis cussed matter of considerable import ence, viz, the removal oEretention of post masters whose terms have not expired The same matter will be taken up in the Cabinet and some general rule will be laid down by which the departmental execa tioners are to be ordinarily governed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
Secretary Proctor Visits Watervlfet

ALBANY, N. Y., April 26.-Secretary of War Proctor reached this city yesterday morning and left yesterday afternoon for the Watervliet arsenal in company with Col. s. M. Whittemore, who met hlm here on his arrival. The Secretary was received at the arsenal with salute of seventeen guns fired by a squad of men under Lieut. H. A. Gordon. Later he was entertained at lunch by Col. Whittemore at the Iatters quarters. Secretary Proctor visits the arsen al on business concerned with the buildin g of the new gun foundry at Watervliet,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
Massachusetts Lawmakers,

BOSTON, Mass, April 26.-By an almost unanimous vote the House passed to third reading the bill to grant charter for an elevated railroad to the Boston Elevated Railroad company In the Senate the bill authorizing the lease of the Providence and Worcester railroad to the New York, Prov idence and Boston railroad was passed by vote of 26 to 9.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
Official AdviCes from Guthrie.

wAsHINGToN, April 26.-Secretary Noble has received the following telegram from special agent at Guthrie, Ok. Every thing here is in a quiet condition. The exclusion of liquor has given us a peaceful and or derly community. The Land office here Is moving smoothly. The Washington force Is invaluabIe.'
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
RAGING FOREST FIRES.
Two Thousand Acres Burned Over Around
 Millyille, N. J.

TWO thousand ACreS Burned OVef ArOunO
 Millville, N. J.
 PHILADELPHIA, April 26.-Minv1lle, N. J., was almost surrounded all day yesterday by forest fires The big fire which started Wednesday burned furiously, but late last evening it was under control. The fires have swept an area of about 2,O0O acres, and the land presents a scene of desolation. The losses, so far as ascertained, will ag- gregate about $15, 900.
 Five miles east of this city terrible fire ragged all day, burning more than a thousand acres, and the loss will reach O,00O Peter Kellogg of New York loses several thousand dollars.
 There was another fire in the woods south of this city late last night, but the damage is unknown.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
1.-THE WOMAN TEMPTED ME-" Morris and Blanche Run Away Together
 and Resort to Thievery.

PoUeHKEEPs.E, N. Y., April 26.-Morris Calisher eioped with Blanche Humphrey last Sunday. They went to Yonkers and after ward to Croton and took board with Philip Spytzner, representing themselves as man and wife.
 On Monday Blanche came homo and got $10 on her fathers account, returning to her swain. On Wednesday Calisher left Croton and the same evening Blanche left, but In her fathers care-he having discovered her whereabouts.
 Yesterday Calfsher was arrested in this city on the complaint of the Croton board ing house keeper, whose guests he and the girl had been, that he had stolen his wife's jewels. Calisher denied the charge and said that Blanche stole them and gave them to him to pawn. Blanche cried and Calisher went to jail.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
A Shoe Button in Her Nose,

WooDBURY, N. J., April 28-A surgical operation was performed here upon @ two year-old child of Joseph w. Sitley to re- move from one of her nostrils what was thought to be U humorous growth, but which proved to be shoe button. The ob- struction had been noticed for about six months, and the child had doubtless forced the button there while playing.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
John Married a Melican Woman,

BOSTON, April 26-Last evening at a house in Harrison avenue, in the heart of Chinatown, in this city, marriage was solemnized between Charlie Junce, and a good looking American brunette, aged 26. Only the bride and groom, a bridesmaid, a groomsman, the officiating clergyman and pJnSpnt
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
A Reception to Susan E. Anthony.

A Reception to Susan B. Anthony.
 NEW YORK, April 26. The Woman Suf frage League gave reception last evening in honor of Susan B. Anthony. About 3Oe ladies prominent In the cause were present The annual convention of the New Yorb State Woman Suffrage association begins at the Masonic Temple to-day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26

And 100 men to call on any druggist for free trial package of Lanes Family Medicine, the great root and herb rem edy, discovered by Dr Silas Lane while of the blood, liver and kidneys it is a positive cure. For consumption and clearing up the complexion it does wonders. Children like it. Everyone praises it. Large size package, 50 cents. At all druggists.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
Depew Dimes Reid.

NE% YORK, April a6.-Chauncey M. De. pew entertained Hon. Whitelaw Reid at dinner last evening. Those present were c. A. Dana, General Sherman, J. J. Astor, D. G. Mills, w. M. Evarts, Vice President Morton, Senator Hiscock, Warner Miller Le Grand B. Cannon, T. c. Platt, Col. E. F.
 Shepard, J. M Bundy, s. B. Elkins, :C. A. Seward, Ward McAllister, c. N. Bliss, 8. ". R. Cruger, w. w. Astor, Thorndike Rice, John A. Cockerill, W. J. Arkell, Russell Harrison, c. F. Lanier and Sidney Webster.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26

For lock Won the Big Handicap. LONDON, April 28-The race for the Prin' cess of Wales handicap of 1,00O sovereigns. at tho Sandown Park second spring meet ing was won by MT. J. O'Craven's three year-old Porlock.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
The "Old Castle" Burned.

NoRwALK, Conn.,, April 26.-A large un
 occupied structure at Darien, known as the ''Old Castle'' was burned last night. The building was owned by P. c. Jones and during the war was place of defense. Loss s, 900. No insurance. Origin, tncendiary.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
Waath0r Indicati anA

WASHINGTON, April a8.-Indications for Eastern New York, Connecticut. New Hamp- shire and Massachusetts: Rain. colder south westerly shifting to westerly winds.
 For Western New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania: Rain, followed by colder. fair. winds shifting to westerly.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
A Brakeman Killed.

ATLANTIC CITY, N. J., April 26.-A shock ing accident occurred in the yard of the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad com pany yesterday, whereby Joseph Smith, 6 brakeman in the employ of that company, lost his life. Smith was on top of a freight car attached to drilling engine in motion, and in attempting to chamber down to the platform lost his balance and fell in front of the moving train.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
He Will Not Be Extradited.

NEWARK, N. J., April 26.-Gov. Green has refused extradition to Colorado in the case of Herbert Coddington of this city, who is wanted in Denver on charges of arson, rob- bery and the abduction of minor, Miss Amelia Byle, with whom he is living here. The girls father is hero prosecuting the case, but his daughter declines to have any thing to do with him. Coddington's coun- sel will apply to the court for his release.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
Ran Into a Burning Br,d.e.

W1LKEsBARRE, Pa., April 26.-A freight train on the Pennsylvania railroad ran into a burning bridge at Cattawissa yesterday, and proke through into the river making terrible wreck, and fatally in1uring engin. eesr Joel Bonsines, fireman James Russell, and brakeman Indine. The loss is about 37O,OOO.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
High Mass for the Centennial.

BOSTON, April 26.-By order of Arch bishop Williams, circular has been read in all the Catholic churches of the Arch diocese directing that High Mass be cele brated in every church on the 3Oth inst, the centenary of the inauguration of Wash inptOn
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
Bad Boys of Boston,.

BOSTON, Mass, April 26.-Robert Tate and Georgs Jansen were sentenced to three years Imprisonment by Judge Blodgctt in the Supreme court, the former to tho Re formatory and the latter to the House of Correction, for breaking and entering May nard's pawnshop in Brattle square last Oc tOher
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
conf-ssed Large Fergsriss.

HARTFORD, Conn.,, April 26.-Charles F. Woodruff, of Now Britain, who at various times has been in the newspaper, law and real estate businesses, has confessed to for geries. s.aggregating s4O,0O0, extending over number of years. Most of tho money, 1t ia said, was lost in real estate speculationa Woodruff forged endorsements to notes drawn hy himself,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
Forced to Leave Home.

Over 60 people were forced to leave their homes yesterday to call for a free trial package of Lanes Family Medicine. If your blood is bad, your liver aud kidney out of order, if you are consti- slightly complexion, don't fail to call on any druggist to-day for free sample of this great remedy. The ladies praise it. Everyone likes it. Large size package, 50 cents.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
MERCANTILE EXCHANGE.

Butter-Creamer,- Eastern, E3c,a3oc,; wes- tern, 23c.a25c.: Elgin, 25o .a281Sc., Dairy-East- ern half-orAln tubs. 23c. a25o.; eastern, Welsh tubs, Flo, eastern hrxins, 17o.aaOc.; western. 15c a20c.
 Eggs-Rastern, frsts, lec.al211c.; western drsts, ll6c.al3c
 Chsese-Fa, tory New York cheddar. 101Sc q10zo. western hat 014calUc.; creamery Nov YQra part skins 6o.aSc.; Pennsylvania part sklms lc.alcjSl full skims ac.a3c
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
A Drunken Maniac in Newark.

NEWARK, N. J., April 26.-Herman Voker,
 while on a spree shot at and attempted to kill his wife and two children, and when an officer was struggling with him another shot was accidentally fired, which wounded Mrs. Voker in the leg. Yoke was locked
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-26
Forest Fire on Long Island.

PATcHoauE, l.. T., April 26-A fierce for rest fire which has been raging in the neig hborhood of Central Islip and Smith town for tho past twelve hours was got un der control yesterday. The loss will be about S50000.