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Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
TRRMs on THK DIsPATCH.
PITTsBURG. FRIDAY, DEC. 20. 1850.
a BLOW AT THK LOBBY.

Who has good word TO say publicly and
in honesty for the lobbyist? No one. SEN
ator Butler, of South Carolina, had not the
hardihOod to defend lobbying, though he
threw cold water on the effort made in the
Senate yesterday to investigate q part of
the lobby's work. But the Senate had 3
virtuous fit yesterday. and it passed Senator
Chandler's resolution calling for an inquiry
into the lobby which has undertaken to get
q bill increasing the pay of naval officers
through Congress.
The debate on this motion was decidedly
interesting. Senator Chandler as an ex-
Secretary of the Navy may be presumed to
know what is for the good of the officers in
that department. He does not say that an
increase of pay would do those officers harm,
but he very plainly states that lobby
which demands from those officers a retain
ing fee of s. apiece and contract to hand
over 10 per cent of the increase in pay-if
procured-deserves to be paralyzed by the
light of publicity. We must say that we
agree with Senator Chandler. The lobby
is badly scOtehed now; investigation will
kill it
At the same time Senator Buffers sug-
gestion that there are other lobbies, and in
the last dozen years there have been any
number of them, which have no more right
to existence than this one which Paymastef
Cowie and Attorney John II. Thomas are
conducting. The whole network of lobby
ing which surrounds the Capitol at Wash
ington, and which leaves its impress each
year on the legislation of Congress, and
which is responsible for killing many good
laws-these iniquitous combinations of men
who occupy q mysterious station and live
remarkably comfortably, though, as Senator
ingalls, said yesterday. "they toll not,
neither do they spiu," apparently, ought to
be swept away. But we fear Congress, in
neither branch, has not yetreached the pitch
of moral courage which would impel them
to such wholesale reform. For the present
it is good to hear that several Senators have
openly declared their opposition to lob
hViSm
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
FAMINE IN NORTHUMBERLAND.

In one section of this State q very dis
tressing result of the open winter is appa-
rent The coal mines in Northumberland
county are closed down, owing to the slack
demand for coal, and thousands of miners
are out of work. The trouble is unhappily
very likely to extend and to be brought
nearer home to Pittsburg. The open winter
great cities last year began TO work the i'm
poverishment of the coal miners, and the
repetition of the same unusual climatic con-
ditions this year promises to complete their
undoing.
The situation in the coal mining district
Of Northumberland, as represented by The
DIsPATcH's correspondent, is very piteous
and not wanting In dangerous features.
The starving families of the miners out of
work are in desperate straits, and the fact
that so many of the most ignorant and law
less class of immigrants are among the suf-
ferers renders q violent outbreak likely
Substantial assistance should be rendered
to the staFying at once. 1t ought not to be
said that at a time when Pennsylvania is
njoying a wonderful prosperity she will
permit anyone within her borders to die of
hunger.
We notice that many Of the Hungarian
an Italian miners have returned to their
native lands. For their own sakes, and the
sake of labOring men in general, it would
have been better if they had never left home.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
snnInlchnrfar.

The musical parts Of the Christmas panto-
mime for the benefit Of the Newsboys' Home,
that will be given on the afternoons Of Decem-
Der 26 and q. will be unusually fine The solos
of "Sleeping Beauty will be sung by Mrs.
Emma Wolfe, those Of '.Red Riding Hood' by
Mrs. Scott. The choruses OF the Mother
Goose'' melodies will be rendered by volunteers
from the Mozart Club and hr. Carl Reiter's
ladies' Quartet.
A very enjoyable evening was spent at the
residence of Mr.. and Mrs. George Mcfarland,
No. % Lombard stfeet, last night. The festive
occasion was in honor Of the tWsnty-nfth we'd
ding anniversary Of mine host and hostess and
q great many handsome presents frightened
the event presented by friends and relatives
who were invited to the celebration.
ABAzAAR was opened in the pretty Sunday
school room OF the First Cumberland Presby-
terian Church last evening. which viii be con-
tinued tonight The booths were all very
pretty and the refreshments served were of 4
delicious quality. A literary programme was
enjoyed in connection with the bazaar and sup
per.
PRIMA DONNA JUcH VIII be honored during
her stay In PittsDurg next week, By lo'eIock
tea given for her by Mrs. e. NJ. Ferguson. OF
Fifth avenue. Shadyside. The date is Decem-
ber rs
A fashionable tea was kiven-last evening by
Mrs +. w. Gsrdes Of the East End. She was
assisted in serving the leverage that cheers Dy
her daughtsrs Ms. Hostetter and Miss Gerdes.
A very delightful concert was rendered last
evening at College Hall Bearer, Pa
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
A po11cEMArs WHOLE DUTY.

The other day, an English Judge, Mr..
Justice Wills, said from the bench: 1.-THE
police ought to be as keen to protect inno-
cent persons as to attack the possibly
guilty" This is no new thing; it is one of
the primal truths that is so old that good
many people have forgotten it Do police
men in general keep it in mind? We fear
they do not. 1t is not the custom, officially
to impress the policeman with the necessity
of protecting the innocent He is told to
watch certain district; to keep maleiactors
from committing crime and to capture those
who break the Law. A premium is put
upon this part Of his duty. The policeman
who makes the most arrests, and has the
most cases, is officially adjudged to be the
best officer. But very seldom do his superior
officers tell him to protect the innocent.
The innocent are not commended to the
policeman's care.
The result of this system is that the odd
spectacle of a policeman bewailing the
escape of an innocent man is sometimes
presented. Every time policeman makes
an arrest he is went to consider it his duty
to prove his prisoner guilty. If the evi-
dence is open to reasonable doubt and the
prisoner is discharged, we are afraid, the ar
resting officer usually feels that he has
suffered defeat. He has not in reality,
unless his arrest of the acquitted man has
been malicious or unnecessary.
The practice Of computing policeman's
efficiency by the number of arrests he makes
or cases he carries to court is not righteous.
1t is distinctly subversive Of the proper
comprehension of duty in the policeman.
When will it be abolished?
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
CONSULAR HUKOR SUPPRESSED.

We protest, and we are sure the whole
country will protest, against Congressman
Turner's curtailing the supply of our
national humorous literature. Mr.. Turner
comes from Kansas, but he must not 90 too
far. Some time ago he procured the ap-
pointment Of q relative, r. W. Turner, to
the Consulate at Cadiz, and the Senate con-
frmed it yesterday. The act of Congress
man Turner of which we complain con-
sisted in procuring the suppression of his
namesake's first Consulate report from
Cadiz. This act as he acknowledged, de-
prived the whole country of several hearty
laughs.
1t appears that Consul Turner carried his
Kansas habit of plain speech with him to
Cadiz. That ancient and famous seaport of
Spain, and the descendants of the Pheni-
clans and Csstilians, the merchants who
opened up the first trade with America, and
other ancestors renowned in song and story.
struck him as being more picturesque than
eleanly. he said SO in his report to the
State Department, and good many other
more humorous than diplomatic. There
have been Consuls before who re-
lieved the tedium of trade statistics
and humdrum routine with excursions into
criticism and aneedote. Their contribu-
tions to the great white paper spelling es-
tablishment, the Government Printing
Office. have been q source Of joy to the plain
folk at home who have mot the ''pullr to 70
abroad at the nations expense. From the
meager description of Consul Turner's re-
port we should imagine that it would have
been formidable rival for pure, bubbling
fun, of Mark Twain's latest book. And
yet Congressman Turner quietly and selfish
ly robs the country Of this immense treat.
We appeal to Secretary Blaine to protect
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
THE PLEASURE OF wINTER.

IN r..dow. wbere Iambr,ps used 70 .nov+
NO sportVe LANDS we see;
The nights are long, the Gays are short
And 90, alAsi are we.
Paid ofps the yaentlng crew,
Again the nor, nor'-easter blows.
The politician, too.
The hunter beats the wood,
In cozy parlors lovers meet,
And It is meet they should.
And close together there they sit
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
TO PROVOKE A SMILE.

It is the diamond miner who Is the most
successful discover Of fstrata-Eems.-PHek.
Nowadays the humblest Russian peasant
can Be as influential as the Czar.-BSag gAamtOa
Republican.
The man who isHalons with his thoughts"
often Is surrounded BY the deepest solltude.-
Rome Sentinel
Rosebush-pid you hear what the gar
dener said about you?
Geranlam-No.
Rosebush-He said he was going to put you
through . course Of sprOuts.-PHek
Mrs. Slatterly Ito her servant)-Com
right in here. Mary, and eat your supper with the
family.
Mary-No, thank'ee, mum: I only came here to
earn my waEes-not to be looked down on.--PWes.
PROOF POSITIVE.
lis evidence quite certain
or wooing rather rash,
When you see q tinge Of powder
On ayoung dark mustache.
Judge.
A Tai1or-Made Pun.-Gaggs-Yo can't
tell me the difference between my tailor and your
lawyer.
WagRs-Nonsensel The former tries to suiI bis
crowds, and the latter tries to crowd his Suits
Judge
wouldn't Let Him Start In.-JOnes-I
suppose you takelots Of comfort with your new
baby, Brown2
BFOwn-wsn, should Say 20. Let me tell you
how cunning he IL.
Jones-pd very much like 70 hear: but to tel the
truth I'm due on the next block four hours ron
now. Some other time, Brown--JHdgs.
TURNING WoMAE's HEAD.
While women's minds may be secure
And not 50 fckle as Is said.
A passing bonnet's almost sure
To turn . WOman's head
And let two pass upon the street.
Each wearing q hewitching gown,
They'll turn each others head complete
<cAfeago HsrasG
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
IN THE WAY OF LIGHTNING.

An Ex-CandIdate for Montana Senatorial
HOnOrs Talks Of the Probabilities.
ESPECIAL TELEGRAK TO THE DIsPATcH.i
NEW YORK, December l9.-The Hon. E. L.
Bonner, Montana Republican. who until re-
Gently expected to be chosen United States
Senator, had much to say at the Fifth Avenue
Hotel, to-day, about the Montana election
'tangle. He thinks Judge Knowles. Mr.. Powers
or Mr. Herschfeld have the best chances of be-
ing sent to the Senate by the Republicans. Ex-
Governor Hauser. he believes, is the strongest
Democratic candidate.
saThe next election,D said Mr.. Bonner, twill
not be as close as this last one but will give the
Republicans majority of some 5000 or 900.
A combination of circumstances made the cleo
tion close In three or four years from now the
State will give at least 5000 or 1000 majority
for the Republican ticket"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
A HIGHLY ORIGINAL REPORT
Which Never Saw abe Light Because Con-
Eressman Turner Objected.

Which Never Saw the Light Because Con-
Eressman Turner Objected.
BPRc1AL TELEeRAM TO THE DIsPATcH.i
WASHINGTON, December 19.-Among the
nominations confirmed by the Senate yesterday
was that Of R. w. Turner for Consul at Cadiz.
His appointment was procured by Representa-
tive Turner, of Kansas. Consul Turner's first
report was one of the most original and candid
ever sent to the department He discOursed at
length upon the habits of the people Of Cadiz,
alleging they would be more attractive If more
cleanly. BE went into minute details and de-
scribed some of their habits in language more
plain than Diplomatic or elegant. Soon after
this report was received Representative Turner
called at the State Department. and asked:
"HOw is my namesake getting along? Is he
doing anything for his countrY?"
Congressman Turner was shown the original
Of the report and, after glaBcing over it. be
anxiously inquired: What have you done with
this?"
: "It has been sent to the Government Print
ing Office, along with the others to be printed"
was the reply.
"For heavens sake recall it, exclaimed the
Congressman. "Why, should be the laughing
stock of the whole country" The report was
recalled and re-pigeonholed.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
A SENSATION In THE SENATE.
A Man Discovered Sitting Ia the Gallery
Sound Asleep.

A Man Discovered Sitting Ia the Gallery
Sound Asleep.
WASHINGTON. December 1a-There was
great excitement in the Senate this afternoon
when the Senators were in executive session.
Looking to the gallery in the northwest corner
of the chamber they saw there q man sitting
upright and apparently taking q good deal Of
interest In the proceedings. The utmost con-
fusion prevailed for while, and then Captain
Bassett was dispatched up stairs to eject the
intruder. The doorkeeper in charge Of that
gallery unlocked the door and escorted the
man out. BE proved to be young fellow
about Is or 20 years of age, and without real
izing sense of his condition or situation. He
had evidently been asleep on seat when the
Senate went into executive session, and was
probably discovered before he had secured any
valuable information. He will always, how
ever, carry with him the distinction Of having
been in the gallery while the Senate was sup
posedly enjoying the seclusion Of q secret ses-
sion.
A gentleman who heard the doorkeepers
description of the man stated that he had seen
him, he thought, lOafng about the Capitol for
several days, but would not say that he be-
lieYed him to, have concealed himself for any
Interior PURPOSE. The incident created quite
sensation, as none of those around the Capitol
could remember that similar one had ever be-
fore occurred. -
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
TIE SEVENTEEN CONTESTS.
And the Order in which They WIN be Called
Up for HearlnG.


WASHINGTON, December lD--The sub-com-
mittee OF the House Election Committee,
charged with the arrangement Of the contested
election cases, completed its work this morn
ing without much difficulty. After some dis
cussioh it was agreed that the Republicans
should select one case and the Democrats an
other, in alienation, until all were arranged.
This course was adopted, with the following re-
sulting order for the hearing Of the cases;
l. Smith versus jackson. West Virginia. z. Nc
Ginnis versus Anderson, West Virginia. g. At
kinson versus Pendleton, West Virginia. 4
Featherston versus Cate, Arkansas. 5. Mudd
versus Compton. Maryland. 9. ThreeE versus
Clarke Alabama. Z. Posey versus Yarrett, In
diana. 8. Bowen versus Buchanan, Virginia. 0.
Wedden versus Wise, Virginia. 10 Eaton versus
Phelans tennessee. II. McDufie versus Turpin,
Alabama. ". Chalmers versus Morgan, Alabama,
Is. Langston versus Venable Virginia. IA. Mil
Cachings Mississippi. lG Kernaghan versus
Florida.
No order was made Ia the case of Baker
versus Forman, Illinois, as this Is not y contest.
but simply motion on Bakers part to be al
lowed the expenses Of the contest which he
inagurated, and afterward abandoned upon the
recount OF the vote. According to the arrange
ment the first case, Smith versus jackson. West
Virginia, 10 70, be heard January Z, and after
that two cases will be heard weekly for two
will follow, and then the regular order will be
resumed. The cases are to be reported to the
House In the order in which they are heard be-
fore the committee. This entire arrangement
is subject to the approval Of the full committee,
which meets tomorrow
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
OBJECTS TO QUAl,g IkTERFERENcE.
MIR. cuIbertsen Thinks he Can Look Out for
His Own District.
PROM A STAFF coRREsPoNpENT. 4

MS OWn Ui8tflcfs
TFRoM STAFF CORRESPONDENCE
WASHINGTON, December l9.-Congressman
Culbertson says he is going to have DR.. James
Hays, Of FairvIew, appointed to the Deputy
Collectorship of Internal Revenue in Erie
county. 1t will be remembered that Mr. Gull
bertson some time ago recommended Mr.. E. E.
Chambers for the appointment Mr.. Chambers
was one Of the. many Republicans who voted
for Mr.. Scott, but at the last election came
back to the Republican party, and by their
votes elected Mr.. Culbertson. In return for
this they demanded one appointment and Mr..
Chambers was selected. his recommendation
created such howl that he withdrew his name.
Another applicant for the place is Mr.. Jud
Hewitt who is charged with being Democrat.
MI. Culbertson, speaking Of the matter to-
day, said: There IS no chance in the world of
Mr.. HewiTts appointment DIR. Hays will get
the place. He is a STRAIGHT out Republican.
Mr.. Quay is not showing his hand in this mat
ter, but in other cases In my district he is. l
object to this. Both Mr.. Quay and State
Chairman Andrews are friends of mine, but
don't want to have them interfering IN matters
and which are therefore in my hands alone. /
say this IN no angry SPIRIT but want them to
off,"
For the Titnsville postofice Mr. Culbertson
has recommended Mr.. George Gilmore. Sem
ator Quay and Mr.. Andrews have two candi-
dates, Editor Bloss and Mr.. Shaddock, but Mr.
Culbertson Is feeling very confident that his
candidate will be appointed.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
AN ANNUAL RECEPTION.

Fulton Council Jr. o. o. A. N. Has Very
E1joyable Time.
The annual entertainment and reception, of
Fulton Council 117, Junior Order United
American Mechanics. was held IN new Turner
Hall, Forbes street, last evening
An enthusiastic audience listened to very
interesting literary and musical programme, at
the conclusion Of which the grand march was
enjoyed by $40 couples. Dancing was continued
until o'clock. The Committee of Arrange
ments consist of w. T. Kerr, o. A. Tanner, G.
l.. Wilson, A W. Smith, G.. E. Lennon, L
Warner, ]. w. Bakehouse F. b. Fife. W. II.
Muluix and R. NJ. Bardsley.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
FINE HEBREW CLUB.
The BraddOck AEonIefore AssoelniiOa'I
EinnR nnnnnnnLn H.

The BraddOck MonIenOre AssoelnfIOa's
Firsf Promenade Hop.
The Braddock Montefiore Association, COM
posed of the Hebrew population Of the Vicini-
ty, gave Its first annual promenade hop last
evening at Leighton's Rink, Braddock
A large attendance, good music and an ex-
cellent supper made an evenings enjoyment
that viii long be bright spot in the memory
Of those present Delegations from all the sur
rounding cities, including Pitrsburg. helped
swell the crowd, and a number of Christian
people graced the occasion with their pres
ence.
year ago, and many prominent Hebrew citizens
of Pittsburg are members Of it. The primary
aim Is to raise subscription to equip Sunday
school. and make IL sufficiently attractive to in
sure good attendance; also to create fund for
the wants Of the needy Of their denomination.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
Commenced by the senate.

WAsHINGToN, December 19-The following
nominations were confirmed to-day By the
Senate:
Cyrus J. Fry, Marshal Of South Dakota: Arthur
l.. Thomas, Governor of Utah; Benjamin N.
Tnomas, Secretary Of New Mexico; Elijah Sells,
secretaryeof Utah: Louis h. Tarpley, of Oregon,
United States Commissioner for Alaska; Robert
s. Robertson, Indiana. and Alvin SAUNDERS
Nebraska Utah Commissioners; Royal A. John
son, Surveyor General Of Arizona; Thomas j.
CaTanagh, Surveyor General of Washington.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
A VICTIM TO HER BELIEF.

for the Salvation ARMY.
ESPECIAL TELEeRAN TO TIE DIsR1 1TcH.i
OTTAWA, December la-The cofined re-
mains Of Minnie Shea lie in her fathers house
in Hamilton awaiting burial. She was not long
ago bright and healthy young girl. She died
martyr to what she considered TO be her duty.
A year ago Miss Shea entered the Salvation
Army, and was sent as an oflcer to small,
rough settlement near Ottawa. The army off,
GERS do not receive assistance from headquar-
ters; they are obliged TO subsist on contribu-
tions. She suffered cruel privations.
The army headquarters sent her nothing but
begging letters. She contrived TO get together
enough money to buy railway ticket to Ham
tlton. She was already so far gone in consump-
ton that she could not recover.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
4 EUCHRB ToURNlMEET.


The CoIumbus Cluh Had a vsrz Pleasant
Meeting Last Might.
The Columbus Club Is having quit6a large
time'i just now. Last night the pretty rooms
Of the club we're hlled with = gay crowd Of
guests, who had come to enjoy progressive
euchre tournament.
The evening was pleasantly punctuated BY
various agreeable interludes, including an
oyster supper. which in itself win be . delight
ful "reminiscences 70 everyone present. The IN
evitahle period came all too soon, little while
before the midnight hour.
Tonight the club will open its doors to an en-
tertainment on much larger scale, in the shape
OF reception and soireo musicale. The Guen-
ther Orchestra will be present and several en-
tirely new solos will be rendered. A great num-
Der OF invitations have gone forth, and there
seems every prospect that the affair viii prove
a great success.
The rooms are being tastefuIly decorated for
the occasion, and even the most unc0mpro-
missing bachelor members are eheerfully lend
ing their assistance to the entertainments
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
THE sHAW-DOTI EUPT1ALs.
A Qulst Ceremony as the BrIds's Parents
Residence.

A Quhek CeremonT nc the Brides fnronfP
Residence.
The wedding Of Miss Maggie Shaw and Mr..
James @. Doty was celebrated in very private
unostentatious manner at o'clock last even
ing.
The ceremony was performed at the resi-
denee Of the BRIDES parents in Bellevue. and
Rev. B. F. McGill. Of the Sixth q. P. Church,
Allegheny and Rev. DR.. George Purves, Of the
First Presbyterian Church Pittsburg. pastors
Of the bride and groom respectively, were the
officiating clergymen.
The bride Is the only daughter Of Mr.. Will
IAN A. Shaw and very talented, scholarly
and benevolent young lady. She is graduate
Of Vassar. and not only brilliant converse
tionalist, but deep thinker. Nj. Doty is
member Of the law firm Of Kennedy q Doty, q
Yale graduate and q gentleman in every respect
worthy Of the prize he has obtained in Miss
Shaw. The young couple viii spend several
weeks in wedding travels and win then receive
the visits and congratulations Of their many
triends
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-20
A MUSICALE GIVEN.

A Grace Reformed Church Society InduIEes
In HARMONY.
The Brotherhood Of Andrew and Philip, of
Grace Reformed Church, corner Grant street
andWebster avenue, gave most delightful
musicale and literary entertainment last even
ing to their many friends.
The singing by Madam Henkler and Dr. W.
T. English was exceptionally dne. Miss TilIie
Gardner captivated the sudienee BY her recital
ard, and Messrs W. E Schmertz, John 7. Hoff-
man, h, H Phillips. T. G. Euret and Edward
and Louis Schmertz were all very creditable to
the performers and thoroughly enjoyed by the
audience.