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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
FORESTS IN FLAMES.
Destructive Fires Raging in Dakota and
 Causing Great Alarm.

Destructive Fires Raging in Dakota and
 Causing Great Alarm.
 PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 15.-The atmos- phero for miles around is thick with smoke and cinders and burning brands are falling in showers. All the north western country seems to be burning up in forest fires.
 In the harbor the smoke has had the effect of fog, and steamers have been TO- quired to blow their whistles every few minutes to avoid collision
 It Is estimated that tho total damage by forest fires in the northwest this year will amount to nearly $500, 900. Fires arc beginning all along the rail road lines and rivers and at night Eliminates the hills and mountains.
 Several farm houses have been burned with stables and produce and stores, with quantities of wheat of this years crop. Several thousand cords of wood have been consumed. Monday tho flames swooped down upon tho settlement of Cedar Mills and left the country barren. The people, in somo instances, had scarcely time to escape and had to hurry through the woods, the fro being so thick along the regular road.
 An extensive fire is raging along the Southern Oregon, south of Rosebud. and n number of houses have haan hurnnA
 President I1arrison's Trip.
 BATH. Me-, Aug. 15.-Prcsident Harrison was given a regular Now Eng land greeting on his arrival here. Al the reception in the Federal building MT. Harrison made a short address to the throng. After referring to the principal industry of Bath-shipbuild ing-he said: ''In every way that properly can, whether as citizen or ns public official, shall endeavor tx promote tho rebuilding of our American merchant marine and the restoration O. that great carrying trade which .w' once possessed in every sea-"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Terrible Storm in Easton, Pa.

EAsroN, Pa., Aug. 15.-The rain storm here last night was the most vio- lent ever seen in this section. Within two hours the water in the Lehigh River rose eight feet. Two bridges and g dam on the Clinton branch of the Le- high Valley Railroad and all Warren county bridges between Phillipsburg and Stewartsville have been swept away. The banks of tho Morris Canal have broken in two places. The dam age to the streets in this place will reach about g., 900.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
A OuiverfnE Tree.

Front of Macedonia church in Columbia County, Georgia, is quivering tree Years ago, tho negroes of the neighborhood say, a murder was done under its branches. Two men had accompanied woman to church and after she had entered the editice they Quarreled about her and one cut the other to death. The murderer escaped ana ever since every limb, small or large, on the tree trembles as if in fear or as suffering aaimal would oulyer. This occurs when moi, a breath of air IS stirring. No negro in Columbia County can be induced to pass the so-called haunted spot alone at night Prominent gentlemen say they have noticed the phenomenon, but no explanation or Il has ever been volunteered.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
SIGNING THE COKE SCALE.

About 1900 Ovens Idle But No Indications
 of Rlottng In the Region.
 ScoTTDALB, Pa., Aug. 15.-About 30 non-union men arc working at NJ. J. Rainey's Mover Works, The regular employees arc on strike until MT. Rainey shall have signed the new scale for his Paul. and Fort Hill Works also. Pin kerton guards are on duty at Mover.
 Several of the independent operators signed the scale last evening. About $500 ovens are yet idle in the entire TO- zion.
 Thero arc no indicatio that rioting or acts of violence will be renewed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
The Cambridge Malpractice Case.

BosToN, Aug 15.-The latest develop ment in the Cambridge malpractice case Is the arrest of the nurse employed at Dr. Harper's, who is considered an i'm portant witness. She was placed under bonds for her appearance. She is held as witness only and Is not charged with being concerned in the malprac- tice. She says that Dr. Harper Is in France and that he is expected homo September 20. Dr. Stanford and Nc Cloud have been unable to give bail
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Hangman Berry DislExes tho Job.

LONDON, Aug, l5.-The official execu- tioner, Berry, declares that he will re- fuse to hang Mrs. Maybrick, and if the petitions for clemency in her behalf are not successful, tho authorities will have to find some one else to preside at tho execution. MT. Matthews, the Home Secretary, had long conversation with some of the counsel in the Maybrick case to-day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Ghnstly Finds at JOhnstown.

force ,l of Worfmenna na are Aa how at work clear ing out tho debris from tho cellars and as consequence moro bodies arc being found. Four corpses wero recovered to- day-two women and two children. It Is expected that many ghastly finds will be made during the next few days until all the excavations are made.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Peeping Toms Mystery.

ELIZABETH. N. J.. Aug. 15.--The mys- tery that envelopes the so-called Peep ing Tom,"i is almost as dark as that which conceals Jack the Ripper. Philip Montgomery Renfew, is still in Jail at this place, but the circumstantial evil dence against him is fading in strength as the investigation proceeds. and the Chief of Police expresses his opinion that neither of the Ren{rew brothers had any thing to do with the case.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Virginia Democrats in Convention.

RICHMOND, Va, Aug. 15.-The Demo- cratic State Convention is in session here to nominate Governor and other officers Over a thousand delegates are in attendance. The candidates for Gov ernor are P. w. Mckinney, who seems thus far to have the inside track, Edit tor R. E. Beirne, Congressman c. T. O'Farrell, S. w. Venable and J. H. Ty- Ter. The nominations will probably be made this afternoon.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
A Great Surprise

Is in store for all who use Kemp's Bal sam for the Throat and Lungs, the great guaranteed remedy. Would you believe that it is. sold on it's merits and that any druggist is authorized by the proprietor of this wonderful medicine to give you a sample bottle free It never fails to cure acute or chronic coughs. All druggists sell Kemp's Balsam. Large bottles 5Oc an $1 %.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
HIS SUN HAS SET !
The Idol of the People of France
 and Idol No Longer.
GEN. BoU1ANGER SENTENCED.
Tho Senate Court Orders that He Be De-
 ported to a Fortified Place.

Dillon and Rochefort to Go too-Thcir E1.
 tradition Demanded as Soon as the De-
 creo of the Court Has Been Formally
 Promulgated The Parisian Populace
 Accept the Verdict Very Quietly-End of
 the Famous General.
 PARIS, Aug. 15.-Great excitement prevails and Boulanger's friends are filled with dismay over tho result of the Senate Court. -.-~
 The Senate Court has pronounced judgment upon General Boulanger, Count Dillon and Henri Rochefort. The accused are condemned to deportation to some fortified place and there held as prisoners.
 The Court adjourned In order to frame the text of the decree, which will be voted on ill secret session and then read at public sitting.
 Tho different Republican groups in the Senate held meeting immediately after the adjournment of the Court, and passed resolutions requesting the Gov ernment to enforce the decree after the dissolution of the Court, They called attention to the gravity of the conduct of some of the Ministers in absenting themselves during the trial, and de- manded that steps be taken to bring to justice the other officials implicated with Boulanger, Dillon and Rochefort. in their treasonable plots for the sub version of the State.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
New Haven Supports New York.

NEW HAVEN, Conn.,, Aug. 15.-At an enthusiastic meeting last night of the tenant-Governor Merwin presided, and speeches were male by Messrs. N. D. Sperry, H. G. Lewis, Joseph Sheldon and others, 1t was unanimously resolved to support the claims of Now York city to tho Worlds Fair of 1909.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
A Generous Donation.

WALDEN, Mass, Aug. 15.-Hon. E. J. Converse has presented to Dr. John l.. Sullivan, President of tho Maiden Med ical Association $1S,0 ,0OO and valuable lot of land of Vesta street. containing four and one half acres, for the erection of hospital. It is proposed to erect 8 building to cost about S4O,O ,OOO.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
MERCANTILE EXCHANGE.

Hsssss @esterp au'ii Eisiq, isN a1sS; imitation. 12cya1Ac. DaitX-EesterS l3c.n16c.: western, 1Oc. also. Factory-Fresh, oG;allc.; June packed, 1Aa; A12Mc- Gheddar, 8Ac.asMc.; western, fiat, 6c.a7c: Crcamety-New York part skins, 5c.a6c., full skpns. Xo,a1Hc.
 Eggs-MRfket quiet and steady. Fresh- EasteEna aSsts, l3eA4A35Ac Canadian, hfsts.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Scharf In Jail In Montreal.

ROCKVILLE, Conn.,. Aug. 15.-Sheriff Dickinson, who went to Montreal to ar rest Scharf, the absconding carriage dealer and forger, has returned. Scharf Is in 1aE in Montreal awaiting the sr- rival of extradition papers. He will be brought here August 2s. His creditors meet August 21 to appoint trustee.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
X Sensible Man

Would use Kemp's Balsam for the Throat and Lungs. It is curing more cases ol Coughs, Colds, Asthma, Bronchitis, Group and all Throat and Lung troubles than any other medicine. The proprietor has authorized all druggists to give. you n sample bottle free, to convince you of the merit of this great remedy. Large bottles
 50c and S1.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Trains Collide and No Ono Injured.

READING, Pa., Aug. 15.-At curve on the Roading Railroad near Hamburg tho Williamsport express ran into tho rear end of freight train standing on the track. There were sixty passen- gers on tho express train, but no ono was injured.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
The Missing Atwood Found.

ORANGE, Mass, Aug. 15.-Charles At wood who has been missing for some time was found yesterday in his barn, his clothing torn and his watch and money gone. He was lying on his face In the hay. When aroused he said, ''You are not the man that struck me- He was taken to the house where he now lies in a critical condition.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
MT. Leslie Is Alive and Well.

LONDON, Aug. 15.-A large number of telegrams have been received here within the last twenty-four hours ask ing for veriflcation of tho report circu-
 lated in New York and elsewhere in America that Fred Leslie, tho comedian, had died here Mr. Leslie himself is authority for the statement that he is alive and in excellent health in this city
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Letter Carriers Will Not Resign.

PORTSMOUTH, N. H., Aug. 15.-Post- master Sides, last night, requested the mail carriers attached to the Ports mouth Postoffice to resign, their resig- nations to take effect September 1. The carriers, with ono exception, re- fused, preferring to receive their dis charge from the Postmaster General.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Newport's Sweepstake Race.

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. Aug. 15.-There Is considerable interest in the grand sweepstake raco to take place off New port next Monday. Ten of the best forties are in 1t, with an entrance fee of $lOO each.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Mcneil Leaves Tammany Hall.

NEW YORK, Aug. I5.-Civil Justice Ambrose Mcneil, who was counsel for Sheriff Flack in the recent fraudulent divorce proceedings, hes resigned from the General Committee and tho Organ ization Committee of Tammany Hall.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Tho Building Collapsed.

CHICAGO, Aug. 15.-The Old Burling- ton Building that was gutted by flames few weeks ago collapsed yesterday and Joseph Hopp was takon from the ruins dead. Three others arc still in the debris
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
He Was Too Confiding In Abscondcr BrowI

LOWELL, Mass, Aug. 15.-Mr. William H. Carter, a well-known woolen manu- facturer and an old resident, is seriously embarrassed through the failure of the firm of Brown, Steese x Clarke. His trouble Is due to accommodation notes given by him to the firm as matter ot personal friendship to MT. Brown. the absconding partner.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Another Victim of Hydrophobia.

WEYMOUTH, Mass, Aug. 15.-Henry l.. Hilton, the second victim of tho mad dog which ran amuck through tho town Juno 10, died of hydrophobia. Mary h. Rooney, the first victim, died a week gEQ.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
An Old Iron Master Dead.

BELLEFoNTE, Pa, Aug. 15.-Judge John Irwin died yesterday, aged s1. He was one of the oldest iron masters in this vicinity. He was an Associate Judge of this county several years ago.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Another Embczzler Ragged.

BOSTON, Aug. 15.-Herbert N. Con- nington, bookeeper for Soley, Gay x Dow, bankers and brokers, has been ar rested on the charge of having embez- zled s, GOO from the firm.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Swept Overheard and Drowned.

BALTIMORE, Md, Aug. 15.-John Hen- derson. of Syracuse. N. Y.. and Bernard MoKinnon. of Philadelphia, two of the crew of the schooner Marion Manson, from Bath, Me-. for Baltimore, were swept overheard and drowned on Au- rust 5.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
No Change in Price of Coal.

NEW YORK. Aug. 15.-The coal sales agents met yesterday but adjourned for two weeks without changing tho pres ent schedule of prices,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Rev. Dr. Bayliss Dead.

BAY VIEW, Mich, Aug. 15.-Rev. Dr. J. H. Bayliss, of Cincinnati, editor of the "Western Christian Advocate, died hore yesterday.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Alarmed nt the Spread of Diphtheria.

AUBURN, N. Y., Aug. 15.-Aurora, Cayuga county, is much excited over the prevalence of diphtheria. In one family five deaths have occurred since last Thursday. Many other cases are ranOrtad
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15

We never fail to close out all odds and ends when the season is over for our "give away" prices are attractive.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
MT. and Mrs. Cleveland Leave Marion.

NEW BEDFORD, Mass, Aug. 15.-Ex- President Cleveland and wife left Mar ion this afternoon for Fall River, where they will take the second boat for New York.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
NEW YORK MARKETS.
BONDS.
 "~-1-

NEW YORK, Aug. 14.-Money on call to-day and 3k per cent.
 RONDS
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
1O3 Bank Street.
HUNTS REMEDY

WILL CURE the Kidneys,
 REGULATE the Heart, and
 MAKE LIFE worth Living. sYOu Cnn't A ANOrl to be Without It.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
ington -Tcrry's Remarkable Career.

LATHRoP, Cal. Aug. l5.-The shoot ing of Judge David s. Terry by Deputy United States Marshal David Nagle, has created tho widest excitement throughout the State.
 Upon the arrival of the Southern overland train here, United States Su- preme Judge Stephen J. Field and Dep- uty United States Marshal David Naglc walked into the depot dining room for breakfast, and sat down side by side.
 Soon after Judge David g. Terry and wife came in also They were proceed
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
JUDGE TERRY SLAIN
Shot in a Railway Station by
 q United States Marshal.
HE MEETS A VIOLENT DEATH.
After Skipping Justice Field in the Face
 A Bullet Pieroes Terry's Heart.

Sarah Althe0, tho Dead Mans Wife.
 Creates a Scone Over tho Body-Terry's rives in San Erancisco He Is Under Police Protection by Orders from Wash
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-15
Pants. Panta|oons, Trousers!

PdnlS, pdnldI0OnS, lIOuSGIS!
 The spublic are buying for 75 cents, $1.OO and $1.7O WORKING PANTS equal in value never seen before in Waterbury.
 For $2.39 and $3. .39 Panta- looms that cost some one $1 to $2 more. For $4.75 Trousers worth $6 to $7.
The leader., 1889-11-16
A Rise IN corn.
Corn always comes up quickest about the
1ime young crows begin to fy.-The Epoch.
Sized Up Dy y waiter

Sized Up Dy u waiter.
Ever ybody is agreed that feeling the ser
wants about a hotel is a prrniciods practice
and one that every free born American should
seek to stamp out, but nevertheless tie fact
stares you in the face that the habit is grow
ing and spreading and becoming more firmly
fastened upon guests. You may combat the
practice all you will, but there are two reasons
why it viii he continued The first is because
landlords hire walters at starvation>wages and
encourage them to expect blackmai from
guests, and the next is because you realize
that you suffer a loss of standing at the hands
of a waiter if you don't hand over. I had
made mp my mind this year not to part with
one blessed cent to Sambo and held to thai,
resolution just one week. Then he was
changed of to another table, and next day |
accidentally overheard him giving the new
waiter some pointers.
dat pusson at de foot of de table pays
fifty cents a week, an he ar judge,
reckon" he explained. ''De fust one on his
left ar good fur six shillins, an he'sa kmnel
De one de right a City center, an he's a
purfesSor. De next two ar two bit pussOns,
an only captains"
But de one at de head, Juliusm
lie haint gin me a red cent, an it's easy
to see he's no quality Why, Moses, doan'
believe he was cbaa ever 'leckted to Con-riss
or had 81 900 coo to his ame!"-Detroit Free
The leader., 1889-11-16
PROMINENT ODDFELLOWS
OF THE DISTRICT.

P. n. F. Jessie Giveas, was ini-
ated into Green Mountain Lo Ige,
January 2Ist. 1874 and has served
al the offices in TIE sad Lodge, is
member Of Household Of Ruth
and is considered the financier Of
the Lodge having more than once
came to the rescue Of the Lodge
All the degrees Of the Lodge
have been co1fere upon him for
meritous services II WAS the rep
resentative ofhis Lpdg4in the 43d
anniversary, and was Treasurer Of
the Celebration, a}sp, Chairman Of
Committee on Music. He is q fine
looking man, of immense physique
He is a member Of the Metropo!
itan Police force.
The leader., 1889-11-16

Is one Of the most prominent
Odd Fellows in the District; He
is member Of Union Friendship
Lodge, No. Sci. the mother Lodge
OF the District. DR.. Beckett b :
ser we'd his lodge in all the various
stations al represented his II lg4
in th9 A ~. c. OF 1857. wlich met
at Norfolk, Va, bting electedVice
Chairman of that honorable boty.
] Upon t h G first Anniversary
parade of the order in thi 5 District
in 1871. he was chosen 5 G hi t
Narshall In the late 43rd Cele-
bration he served as D vision
Marshall oil the 3rd Division.
7. G. NJ. , Beckett, was iniated
as an Odd Fellow 26 years ago,
and is today a hearty Odd FelIo1o.
He is ali honorable member Of a
venerable and honorable society
The leader., 1889-11-16

Editor t. Thos. Fortune, h a S
issued a call for the organization
CT the Afro-Amelican League Of
Nashville, Tenn. January Is, 1880
the basis Of representation will be
one delegate % every twenty five
members.
III honor to the great New YorA
} di.)r for his leadership, in call
ing the Convention. Afro--Ameri-
cans throughout the country a + e
moving, and hen the people
move somth:ng always drops.
The leader., 1889-11-16
P. NE. Daniel WASHINGTON.

Is one Of the formest members
of Columbia Lodge No 1876 and
was left Hid to the Chief Marsh
all Of the 10Th Of October parade,
a fine specimen Of the Colorel race,
Of fine physique, an d military
bearing, he presents a fine appear
ance. He was sent by his Lodge
to 3 District L . d Z e Assemblies,
and is always chosen to act in con
junction with others for the good
of Columbia
The leader., 1889-11-16

One Of the most popular mem
hers of Western Star Lodge, is +.
n. T. JAS. IL Lies. He became
an Odd Fellow ia 1878.
Mr.. Lyles, was bonn i'll this city
38 years ago, and is to-day q pros
porous tansorial artist, doing busl-
ness at 1856 L Street II. v.
In the late 43rd anniversary Of
odd Fellowship, he served on the
Chief MarshalIs STAFF as r g h t
Aid. ana wasa IA member Of the Re-
ception Committee, Quiet. unassum
ing industr 0 ard ttentive to bus;-
ness, lie occupies Il charmed circle.
The leader., 1889-11-16
Concealment Was Useless.

Last week out in Ohio lightning struck a
cornet player, knocking his instrument from
his hands and melting it. but without seri
ously injuring the player He afterward
confessed that he was just going to play ''In
the Sweet By and BY, with the echo refrain
Providence never makes mistake. -Burdette
in Brooklyn Eagle
The leader., 1889-11-16

Ine Douglass League No. i. of
Alexandria, VA, formed uuuer
the auspicies Of the Frederick Doug
las Llylary Association, Met o IA
last luesday and elected Alagnus
L. .Aoou ~on, 4. y. Robinson, ana
Rev. o,oUt Akers, Us delegates to
he .v..suvllle Convention, TO meet
January / l5th 1880.
The leader., 1889-11-16
NarY observation-disclosures.

Old man Estee til. California buaGler, has
made another o~n1ain% and characteristic
bunge When ;3na. AodjeSSa took her for
NAL leave Of t5an Francisco last month Estns
made speech, and, desiring to he partcu
larly feicitous, he assured madame that what
was said Of Naples is, ''See Naples and die
and everybody knows what that means. But
See Mod djesza and die" may mean one thing
or may mean another. Chicago News
The leader., 1889-11-16
That's So.

Father-My son, you must not dispute with
your mother in that way.
Boy-But she's III the wrong
Father-That makes no difference, and you
might as well learn, my child, once for all,
that when lady says a thing is SO it is SO.
even if it isn't sol-Pick- Me- Up.
The leader., 1889-11-16
Friendly Advice.

Brakeman plainly>-LawrenceI Change
carsl Lawrence!
Passenger-See here, young fellow, do you
want every one to know you're green?
Brakeman-Of course not, sir.
Passenger they will if you pro-
nounce as plainly as that.-Lawrence An1eri-
can.
The leader., 1889-11-16
The Same Old Beefsteak,

'What's the matter with the beefs teakp'
asked the landlady
81 don't know" replied the new boarder
''but | have a horrible suspicion that the
cow was afflicted with general ossifcation -
Washington CAPITAL
The leader., 1889-11-16
Advice from the Bench.

Judge-Three monthsl
Prisoner Ia little hard of hearingI-l beg
your pardon.
Judge-You needn't beg my pardon, better
beg your own.-Rochester Post-EXpress.
The leader., 1889-11-16
A Pearl Before Swine.

whats, your name, sis!'' asked Cnolly of
the pretty waiter girl Pearl sir. "Ah,
you're the pearl Of great price, no doubt. y
mo- sir, Pm the pearl before swine. pitts
burg Chronicle Telegraph.
The leader., 1889-11-16
Wanderers.

First Stranger injecting wanderer on the
desert,-Say, have you come to arrest mea
Second Ditto--No, I'm Charley Ross VIII
you kindly find me? Who are you?
First Stranger I'm Tascott. .--LawranHe ~
The leader., 1889-11-16

Mt. Olive Lodge has asked the
cooperation Of sister Odd Fellow
Lodges Of this district, to organize
IL naw committee to build an odd
Fellows HUI
The leader., 1889-11-16
Literary Item.

Visitor-My name is Scribbler. sent you
several contributions Is there anything
among them you can uses
Editor-Yes. the postage stamps.-Texas
Siftings.
The leader., 1889-11-16

The Douglas League OF A5eran-
dria, IA, viii Celebrate the Eman-
cipatIon January lst. It will be
t le second observance OF the in4-
portant event in the hlstol IL city.
The leader., 1889-11-16
Value of Contrasts.

Little Boy-Mamma, why are you so cross
at me all the time!
Tired Mamma-Because you keep doing
wrong, and want to make an impression on
your mind
Little Boy-Well, mamma, guess if you'd
be good natured just once it would make a
bigger impression.-New York Weekly.
The leader., 1889-11-16
always speak the truth.
Live up to your engagements.

II one speak evil Of ycu, 50 live
that no one will beliere him.
The leader., 1889-11-16
LOCALS.

ia Bring your JOB Work to
this Office.
The leader., 1889-11-16

BGy advertise III the Leader, it
will pay YOU.
The leader., 1889-11-16
QUININE.

Frices for Prescriptions 5aV
Cos ana none others IA
~0ie Agent P"fash SuFphar
soft
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