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The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
They Nned Nerve.

Engineers at rest, sitting in the mar.
row cabs of their engines, lying at the
depot waiting for the signal to start,
often look to be sleepy set of fellows,
said the man the other night who runs
the limited to Alliance. do you know"
he continued, addressing a reporter,
that engineers are always wide awake
when they seem to be Indifferent to
events happening around them? There
are few things that escape their vigilant
eyes. Many people have an idea that
engineers go it blind and trust entirely
to the block system and the acuteness of
good telegraph operators, but If they did
this there would be wrecks and lives lost
every day.
"A good engineer is always on the
lookout. We see plenty of things ahead
OF us that harrow our nerves and make
the hair stand up straight. but as long as
the passengers behind us don't know it
and we all escape uninjured, we heave
sigh of relief and say nothing. | tell
you, it is no easy matter to hold a throt-
tie, shoot around sharp curves and watch
for distractions. An engineer looks
down for a moment at the connecting
rods Of the locomotive, moving back
ward and forward with lightning like
rapidity. He doesn't know at what min
ute pin may break and one Of the rods
knock his brains out as he leans out of
the cab
1--WE have to make schedule time; the
road is full Of curves, and we are likely
to bang into these trains as we pass them.
Little do people know how rasping # is
on the nerves to be continually making
narrow escapes, and yet one invariably
feels that some day he is bound TO get It
in the neck. 1t is the uncertainty Of the
business that is SO trying. "-Pittsburg
Dianafch
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
From Blanco.
Special to the Statesman.

Special to the Statesman.
BIANoo, July Sowing to the muddy
condition of the roads the attendance at
the barbecue at johnson City on the Fourth
was not as large as was anticipated. The
crowd was estimated at from 700 to 1000,
and all seemed to enjoy themselves.
At IL o'clock Col. Bragg Jennings de-
livered an address, after which dinner was
Partaken of, on the picnic style. At
O'Clock Judge W. W. Martin addressed the
people upon the county seat question.
He, of course, favored johnson City, as he
had been employed by them as attorney.
His arguments were the same as were used
/ in the campaign five years ago, but so far
as known no voters were induced by his
speech to change their views.
A game of base ball was commenced at
$50 O'Clock between the Blanco and John
son City clubs, which resulted in favor of
Blanco by score of 46 to 90.
Considerable complaint was heard of
thieving going on during the day. While
playing ball saveral members of the
jewelry, and small amount OF money
stolen.
A game of base ball was played at
Round Mountain on the 9TH between the
Round Mountain and Dripping Springs
clubs. At the close of the game the score
stood; Dripping Springs. so; Round
Mountain, 1.
Mr.. D. F. Randolph, oldest son of DIR.
R. j. Randolph, died last Saturday, after
several days illness. The deceased was a
young mau of excellent character, highly
respected, and his death is deeply regret
ted by the entire community.
Our barber, Mr.. j. A. Burris, has moved
to Mason, where he intends to locate.
Several of our young men left yesterday
for San Marcos, to attend the Chautauqua.
Rains have been plentiful, and crop
prospects are very fattering.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11

sci. Mrs. Bishoff was struck by the boom
and knocked overheard. The cap
tain and husband both appear
ed psralyzed and did nothing
toward rescuinR the woman. There were
perhaps forty or fifty persons standing
on the wharf to see the finish of the yacht
race at the time the accident occurred,
and yet somehow no we'll directed efforts
were made to save the woman till Phil Nc
Donald jumped overheard from the
lighter Bessie and swan only to see the
woman sink just before he reached her.
There were dozen or more skiffs in the
slip not more than 100 yards away. It
seems almost incredible that
drowning should have 90
Cured under the circumstances
and yet it did. Mr.. and Mrs. Bishoff came
in from Bolivar yesterday on the May
flower and we're returning on the Veloci-
pede. She was about SO years of age and
childless. She was native of Saxony.
The channel was dragged and her remains
recovered two hours later and prepared
for interment. Her husband is frantic
with grief
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
CAPTAIN BUNCH.

The Notorious Train Robber Visits Gains
Vile in Disguise-A Sensation.
Special to the Statesman.
GAINESVILLE, TEXAS, July "a sensa-
ton was created this evening by an article
in the Register which stated that E. F.
Bunch, who robbed train near New Or
leans several months ago, had recently
been in Gainesville. The information
given in the Register was stated to be re-
liable, and was in substance that Bunch
had been here talked to his old acquaint-
ances revealed his identity to a few, and
when he felt himself becoming too we'll
known skipped. 1t is said he was dis
guised, wearing gray wig and gray beard,
and that he played successful game of
poker with some of the boys and left his
fellow players out of pocket. Pinkertons
detectives followed him here and were
here at the same time, but were afraid to
tackle the daring train robber. The ex-
ploslon in Thomson Brothers oornice
works few days ago, which is just in the
rear of the National bank, is attributed to
Buloh and his followers, and it is stated
that the banks, express Offices and rail
roads took extra precautions, fearing an
attack. Bunch's brother, of the Indian
Territory, is here to-day, but knows moth
ing of his brothers visit.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
TERRY'S BOND.
Ed Gibson's Assassin Turned Loose on q
$1,000 Bond.

Ed Gibson's Assassin Turned Loose on a
$1,000 Bond.
Special to the Statesman.
WHARTON, July 9.-Judge Linn rendered
his verdict to-day in the case of the State
VS.. Kyle Terry, who recently assassinated
Ed Gibson, of Wharton, in this town
Bond was fixed at $4,000, and upon mo-
ton of Terry's attorneys was reduced to
$1,000, which he readily gave. 1t will be
remembered that Terry and his victim
we're both from Richmond, and that bad
feeling existed between them on account
OF Terry's abuse of the youngest of the
Gibson brothers. Ed Gibson was
an eye witness and as he
was walking up street Terry stepped
from his hiding place in saloon door
and shot him dead, en- pting two barrels
from shot gun into him. The trial has
occupied over week, and though it was
feared there would be trouble, none &C.
CURED on account of the presence of
troops and rangers. The Victoria Rifles
departed for homo to-day. The Rangers
have also been withdrawn.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
From San Marc os.

Special to the Statesman.
SAN MARCOS, July 9.-The rain COM
menced falling about l O'Clock p. m. to-
day, and many are fearful that it will con.
tinue during the evening as the clouds are
ominous. This is most unfortunate for
the farming interest as it will certainly
result in damage to the cotton crop.
The work on Ooronal institute will com
mence in few days.
There was large crowd at the Chau-
tauqua last night to witness the fireworks,
which consisted of columns of colored
lights, balloons, rockets, candles, and
several spectacular piece, one of which,
representing George Washington, was
remarkably fine, the whole making, per-
haps, the grandest pyrotechnic display
ever witnessed in the state outside the
larger towns. The view from the town
was grand indeed. The San Antonians
who were here yesterday, among whom
were Mr.. Sam Maverick, the special pat
ron of the Alamo monument, were
charmed with their visit, and the hospi-
tality of Uhautauqusns. They were in
charge of the looal committees who
entertained them during the
day, giving them a boat ride
in the evening. all were loud in their
praises of the beautiful river, its wondrous
water growth and tie delightful location of
Chautauqua ground.
Several ladies, who are in the habit of
spending their summers north, declared it
their intention to come to us next year.
The @. l.. S. o., under direction of Rev.
Mr.. Galbraith, is daily growing in inter-
est, and is among the most attractive of
the exercises. The lectures draw large
crowds and the pavilion devoted to this
work is well filed every evening.
The music schools, normal and juvenile,
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
DROWNED IN TIE BAY

Mrs. AmsIia Bishoff Knocked Overheard
From a Sloop at Galveston.
Special to the Statesman.
GALVESTON, July 9.-About O'Clock
this afternoon sad accident occurred in
the channel between Kechie's and govern
ment wharf, by which Mrs. Amelia Bishop
LOST her life. The small sloop Velocipede,
under command of Capt. d. Walkan, was
eetting underway, having rounded out of
the slip between Kechic's and Central
wharves. Setting on the cabin we're Mr..
ana Mrs. August F. Bishoff, who resided
10 Bolivar, about fifteen miles from the
pint. Captain Walkan was hosting the
mainsail when the wind caught it, sweep
ing the boom across the deck of the ves-
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
Stanford and Huntington.

SAN FRAN CISCO, July 9.-Mr. Leland
Stanford and @. p. Huntington have deci-
ded to withdraw the Southern Pacific rail-
road from Texas, as a late law in that state
providing that no railroad company ope-
rating roads within its borders have any
legal status unless it maintains its primer
pal Office therein. The Southern Pacific
officials say they could not do the latter,
therefore the three Texas and Louisiana
roads that now form part of the Southern
Pacific main line to New Orleans will
hereafter be operated as distinct roads
with different sets of otfioers.
Julius Kruttschnitt, as general manager
of these roads, will remove from New Or
leans to Houston.
A. @. Hutchinson, formerly general
manager of the Atlantic system, will re-
main as president of the Morgan Steam
ship company line from New Orleans to
New York.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
FROM JOHNsTOWN.
The Town Being Rapidly Cleaned Up and
New Stores Erected.

the ToWn Being Rapidly Cleaned Up and
New Stores Erected.
JoHNsTowN, Pa, July 9.-Although the
committee of inquiry has filed report to
be presented to the state committee to-
day it's work here is not yet completed
Dozens of clerks are still at work register
ing the losses of those who had not been
reported. The work of cleaning Up the
town goes very rapidly on, and the salts
factory manner in which things are
done Is due largely to the fact
that nearly all Johnstown men are
employed. The fronts are being put in
new business houses in the park, and they
will be ready for occupancy in few days.
The new places on Market Square are also
about completed. Of the three remain
ing companies of the Fourteenth ReRi-
ment here in addition to the home COM
pany, Companies + and 1 will go home
Saturday. Company Q will still remain,
and, with Company H of this place, and a
better organization of the local police, the
town will be sufficiently well guarded.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
The Cronln Case .

CHICAGO, July .9.-Martin Burke, the
Cron1n suspect, was identified to-day at
Winnipeg by young Carlson, and the tax
ing of testimony against him by Cana
da tribunal was soon afterwards COM
pleted.
Arguments we're heard by Judge Tuley
in Chicago this afternoon on
the question of admitting
to bail Lawyer Belts, senior
guardian of Camp 20, application in Belts
behalf not having been made until after
an indictment had been returned. Some
entirely new points were made, involving
Judge Tuley's jurisdiction and other vital
matters. The decision was reserved
until tomorrow.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
Women slsyers Sentenced.

NEW YORK, July 9.-Three women STAY.
ers-Patrick Packenham, James Nolan and
John Lewis, whose sentence to be hanged
by the court of appeals has been pub.
lished-were arraigned to-day for re-sen-
tence in the court of general sessions. Judge
Cowing re-sentenced Nolan and Lewis to
be hanged on August 20, next, and Re-
corder Smyth fixed the same day for the
execution of Packenham. The latter is
65 years of age and grey-haired. At one
time he was patrolman of the New Orleans
police. In drunken frenzy he cut his
wife's throat on March IL, 1888.
John Lewis is negro who killed his
mistress on July II, 1888, in fit of jeal-
ousy, and James Nolan also shot and
killed his mistress in fit of jealous rage,
on November 20, 1883.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
Made Good the Loss.

Special to the Statesman.
SAN ANTONIO, July SIT leaked out to-
day that one day last week while young
man named Thornton Washington, who lie
the clerk of F. p. Clarke, freight agent al
this point for the Southern Pacific railroad
wes bringing from the depot to a down
town bank roll of $4,000, he lost the
package from his coat pocket. The money
has not yet been recovered. Mr.. Clarke,
who works under heavy bond, made good
the loss to the company. He will be sue
oeeded in the freight office here by Mr.. s..
j. Mcmillan, at present agent at Flatonia.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11

in charge of Prof. Rowe, are well attended.
The regular normal school, under the
management of Profs. Stanfield and Will
liams, assisted by a professional elocu ion
ist, is now thoroughly organized, affording
fine opportunities to teachers to perfect
themselves in the science of teaching.
Hon. l.. W. Moon, NJ. O., will lecture to-
night, but it is feared that the inclement
weather will prevent the large attendance
he would otherwise have.
The interest and attendance at Chau-
tauqua increase every day and the success
of the session is assured.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
Fifteen Killed and Injured

PIrTsBURG, July 9.--The freight wreck
road, last night, has not yet been cleared
Two bodies have been taken from the
wreck, and it is thought six or eight more
were killed. Train men have estimated
the dead and injured at fifteen. One of
the injured is a colored man so badly hurt
that he cannot recover. The train caught
fire from car load of whisky, which was
ignited in an unknown manner. Thirteen
cars and an engine were totally wrecked.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
Killed by Lightning.

Special to the Statesman.
PARIS, April 9.-Monroe Miles, negro
living near Roxton, fifteen miles south
west of this city, was killed by lightning
this evening. He was sitting against the
wall in little store run by negro when
struck, killing him instantly. Another
negro man was sitting close enough to put
his hand on him, hut was uninjured. The
dead man bore good reputation in the
neighborhood.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11

CHICAGO, July "a crazy man named
Dennis Deshay was found lounging around
Judge Shepsrd's court room this after
noon after adjournment and was arrested
He said he was looking for Judge Grinnell
whom he intended to murder. He said he
thought Judge Shepard was Judge Grin
nell, and he came near shooting him. He
was searched, and huge revolver with all
the chambers filled and wicked looking
knife were found on his person. He was
turned over to the police.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
To Keen Him Jolly.

Marshall P, Wilder has friend who is ON
officer in one Of the large electrical COM
panies Recently photograph was deliver
ed at Mr., Wilder's rooms in the Alpine, ac-
companied by the following note;
"MY DEAR WILDER; | will sail for the
other side within few days. Won't you be
so kind as to talk some of your latest stories
into the monograph | want it to keep mo
jolly on the way over. New York Sun
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
Drowned.

MILWAUKEE,, July "a special 20 the
Evening Wisconsin from Kilbourn City
says Emil Plstig and Gus Johnson, of
Chicago, accompanied by a guide, at
tempted to run dam in a row boat this
morning. Plsttig and johnson were
drowned by the capsizing of the boat. The
guide escaped by swimming ashore. The
bodies have not been found.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
The Penalty for Swearing A. nore.

A writer in a scientific magazine says
the earth is being bored too much and is
liable to lose its place among the heaven
ly bodies in consequence The busy edi-
tor can sympathize with the earth. He
is also likely 10 lose his place among the
heavenly bodies from being bored too
much-judging from the language he
uses when the bore leaves. -Norristown
Herald.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
Labor Troubles.

PITTTBURG, Pa, July 9.-Carnegie,
Phipps q Co., operating the Homestead
steel plant, will advertise for men to take
the places of their old workmen in to-
morrows paper. The firm recently Of
fered new scale to their workmen which
was rejected, because it reduced wages
about % per cent. The advertisement is
regarded as a declaration OF war and a
desperate struggle is anticipated. The
firm employs 5000 men and they say the
mill will be started as soon as enough
workmen have been engaged to warrant a
resumption. TIE old workmen are mem
bers of the Amalgamsted association.
Among the signers Of the Amalgamsted
scale to-day was Oliver Bros. d Phillip
son, one of the largest firms in the coun-
try. The works will resume operations at
once, giving work TO 1000 men. The
Amslgsmsted officials report forty-fve
signatures to their scale up to date.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
The Murder of Evans.


Fort WORTH, Tex, July 9.-Some 250
merchants end citizens generally met at
the court house tonight to take some ap-
propriate action on the death of B. @. Ev-
ans, murdered last Saturday. A number
of speeches were made and committee of
five appointed to draft resolutions, which,
being reported, we're adopted unanimous
ly. At illusions to some of the noble acts
of the deceased tears stood in the eyes of
many present.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
Lilo
He'd Bsen Tbore.

Bobby-Don't they ever try TO kill the bulls
and bears on Wall street, papai
Papa-Yes they do kill them sometimes.
Bobby-With gunl
Papa-No, they catch them in trap and
pinch them to death. Burlington Free Press.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
Giving Fair warning.

An elder sister had her little brother out
for a walk the other day, and he proved
somewhat unruly. She had evidently seen
him BEFORE for she gave him some little lee
way when she laid down her commands.
"Neddie" she cried, ~ shan't tell you more
than three times more to stop hollering sol"
Boston Commonwealth.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
The Last Obstacle.

She-O George, think ma is too mean for
anything, She said last night If ever mar
ried she would give the piano to my little sister,
He-Did shel By the way, dear, Pm ready
to marry you at any time now. The last
obstacle has been removed. Omaha World.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
Tho Usual Conditions.

Mamma-Bobby, notice that your little
sister took the smaller apple. Did you let
her have her choice as | told you tot
Bobby-Yes, told her she could have the
little one or none, and she chose the little
one.-Omaha World
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
The Highest Honor..

Every male child born In America says
q writer, islands chance of becoming presi-
dent of the United States Is this ali that
the ambitious American youth may aspire
toa What's the matter with bis becoming a
curve pitchera-C Chicago Herald.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
Tai Tai

Spring Poet handing roll Of paper to tho
editorj-There. sir. think there's some stuff
In that poem
Editor glancing at it,-Thero Is indeed
my boy. It's all stuff. Good morning =
Troy Tunes.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
A Close compet,t,on.

my papas got some new horses and a nice
new brougham." swell, my papa's going 10
buy new yacht" sand my mammals got
lovely new piano." "Well-w-well. nv
mammals got u cook that has stayed two,
weeks4-Life
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
A Question of Time.

Mr.. Jones ito Mrs. Jones)-There is only
one fault about that suit you bought for
Johnny last week. He's already too big
for it.
Mrs. Jones-That is fault he will soon
outgrow, my dear. -Detroit Tribune,
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
Wanted n Chance.

Waiter at club estauranb-Ready with
your order, sahi
City Sportsman (back from a weeks asb-
might've me some fish; I'm tired 10 deefh
Ct other things New York Weekly.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
The Rest of Ia Are More Fortunate.

SIS it not wonderful" said Mrs Hard
FOUNDER, as she reluctantly left the remains
of the piano. "that at the time he composed
that wonderful symphony, Beethoven was
stone deaf" Chorus, in f minor-"Lucky
manl"-Burdette in Brooklyn Eagle.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
" egro Killed .

Special to the Statesman.
Houston, July 9.-This morning early,
at Rice & Evarts' dairy in the edge of
town, Dan Brant, colored employe of the
dairy, and R. H. Baker, white, had dis
agreement. Baker took a shotgun and
emptied two loads of shot in Brant, kill
ing him instantly. Baker escaped.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11
On the "Pullman."

We vHeS we're bridegroom and bride,
And S SCSGyd a KNEW IT.
TWR We carefulrttrIod--
We vHsS we're bridegroom and BRIDE
d one relation to hide.
So none would construe IT
W ney were bridegroom and bride.
And n Os<s one knew it.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11

There is possibility that prize fight
ing will be ron into the ground by be
coming fashionable sport.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-07-11

Miss Widgery- Come, Mr.. Tolliyant; you're
delaying the game awfully.
Mr.. Tollivant-Just a moment. TO him
selfJ I've paws'tively got to change my inn
proven maker. This one don't 1T worth a
guinea. Judge
Wood River times. [volume] (Hailey, Idaho) 1882-1915, 1889-04-27
ALIAS SUMMONS.

In the District Court of the Second Judicial Dis.
trict of the Territory of Idaho. in and for the
County of Ahuras.
Cormick, Defendant.
The Territory of Idaho sends greeting to Will
Ham Mccormick, Defendant:
You are hereby required to appear in an action
brought against you by the above-named plaintiff,
trict Of the Territory of Idaho, in and for the
county Of Alturas, and to answer the complaint
hled therein, within ten days exclusive of the
day of service), after the service you of this
oumlnons-if served within this county; or. If
served out of this county, but in this district
within twenty days; otherwise, within forty days
OR judgment by default will be taken against
you according to he prayer of said complaint
The said action is brought to recover judgment
against you, the said defendant, William McCor-
mick, dissolving the bonds of matrimony now ex-
listing between the plaintiff and said defendant,
and for custody Of three minor children the issue
of said marriage, end for costs Of this suit Said
| action is brought on the ground of desertion and
non.support-all CT which more fully appears iu
| the complaint, certified copy of which is here
with served.
| And you are hereby notified that if you fail to
| appear and answer the said complaint, as above
required, the said plaintiff will apply to the court
for the relief demanded in the complaint.
Given under my hand and the Seal of the District
| Court of the Second Judicial Distric
Of the Territory of Idaho, in and fol
[SEhL.l the county of Alturss this 8th day OF
April, in the year of our Lord on,
thousand, eight hundred and eighty
8. II. HAYS, Clerk Of the District Court.
| By z. A. WEIh, Deputy Clerk.
ANGEL SULLIVAN, Plaintiffs Attorney.