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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
A Duel Ayerted.

PITTsBURG April 1.-Hon. w. H. White. a member of the legislature from the Seven tn Allegheny district became involved in a heated argument with a MT. Robinson, a well known resident of Sewickley, on the question of the prohibitory amendment to the state constitution, in front of the Hotel Du- quesne, on Smithfield street. MT. White, for the third time, called Mir Robinson a liar. MT. Robinson struck Mr. White stunning blow ill the face, knocking him into the arms of mutual friend, who prevented Mir White from falling to the sidewalk At a later hour q messenger presented Mir. Whites card to MT. Robinson, together with an iuti- nation that he was ready to meet the latter at his earliest convenience to avenge the in suit. MT. Robinson sent his card to Mr. White, exercising his right by selecting bull dog revolvers. Both parties selected their seconds. In the meantime, M. B. Lemon, another member of the legislature, hearing of the occurrence hunted up Mir. White, and after much persuasion induced Mr. Whit to let the whole matter drop.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
DEATH OF A PHILANTKROPlST.
Hon. Jacob Sleeper Passes Away at His
 Home in Boston.

Home Tn Boston.
 BOSTON, April 1.-Hon Jacob Sleeper, the well-known phlanthropist, died yesterday. aged S1 years. He was born at Newcastle Maine, settled in Boston in 1895, and amassed a large fortune in the wholesale clothing trade and in real estate transactions. He served in the legislature and held many pub lie offices and positions of trust, including those of vice-president of the American Bible society, and of Wesleyan University; over seer of Harvard college, director of the National Bank of Commerce., and of the North American Insurance company and trustee of many estates. He was one of the founders of Boston University, and the Jacob Sleeper Hall, connected with that institution was largely his own gift. He was also the chief founder of the Wesleyan Missionary Home at Newton, and over 100 churches throughout New England have been helped by him. By his aid the Wesleyan building at Bromtiell street was erect, d at a cost of $500 GOO. He also gave largely to the deserving poor through many private charities. He leaves a son, Major J. Henry Sleeper, and three daughters, one of whom is the wife of E. P. Dutton, the New York publisher, and another the wife of J. w. Harper, head of the house of Harper X Brothors His last illness was indirectly the result of an accident to his foot during his youth which made several surgical operations necessary, and en- feebled his system
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
THE PoPE's TEMPORAL POWER.
Reply of Leo XIII to the Letter of the
 American HierarchY.

ncpty OI Leo A1ll the OI the
 American Hierarchy.
 BALTIMORE, April 1.-The following is a translation of the reply of Pope Leo XIII to the letter sent to him by the American hier- archy on the question of the temporal power of the papal see:
 We have read your powerful and impress sive letter of Dec. 30; it does honor to you, whilst 1t affords Us no little consolation.
 Nothing could be more appropriate to the time, or more worthy of your high office, than the public defense of the liberty and rights of the apostolic see and the devoted clergy of Italy against the attacks of those who, holding forcible possession of our city, endeavor by threats of punishment to stitie the very voices of those whose duty it is to proclaim the laws of the church. And be- cause you have made this defense with pru- dence and vigor, both justice and religion owe you a debt of gratitude, and this the more because your defense has the merit of constancy.
 "These striking proofs of your faith and zeal serve to bind our hearts ill closer union and inspire us with the pleasing hope that your words will have weight with those even who, though not in communion with us, are at least unbiased witnesses of the injuries inflicted upon us and tho church. Moreover, We are consoled not only because your declar- atlonS, which are ip accord with those of the other dgnitaries of the church, may win the Jealous support of upright and intelligent men; but all rejoice especially in this that your prayers, united with those of the rest of the faithful, co firm and increase our con- hdence in the almighty power and ever watchful providence of God.n
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
MT. Bateman Heard From.

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind, April 1.-The Marshal of Muncie has received a letter from H. F. Bateman, who was supposed to have been killed there last week, and upon whose per. son was found life insurance policies to a large amount on New York and Brooklyn companies. The letter is dated Terra Haute, March 2S It says that he is on his way to Colorado, but will stop in Muncie on his re- turn. He says the dead body found was that of a hard looking man wkom he found in Muncie and took with him to hunt man named Thompson, who lived in Muncie. The man was hard up, and Bateman gave him an old coat, which must have contained his in- surance papers. They returned to Muncie, Bateman says, just in time for him to catch the westbound train. He gave the man money to pay for the hire of the horse and buggy and told him to deliver them at the livery stable, and says the mans name was Neal, and he must have been killed and put on the track alter he left Muncie people don't believe the story, and Bateman will be a rreSted
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
Cable Flashes.

PARIS, April I'm the senatorial elections which took place in the Department of Var yesterday, two of the voting divisions failed to elect a candidate, and a second ballot will be necessary. The result in the third division is not yet known.
 LONDON, April L. It is officially an nounced that Sir Philip Currie, assistant under secretary in the foreign office, will be appointed to the position of permanent under secretary, made vacant by the transfer of Sir Julian Pauncefote to Washington,
 The German government has decided to create naval station at Cuxhaven, at the mouth of the Elbe. Two battalions of ma rines will garrison the outworks which are to be erected in the outer harbor
 Prince Jerome Bonaparte and two other surviving passengers of the steamer Countess of Flanders, which was sunk in collision of Dunkirk Saturday, arrived here yesterday
 CoNsTANTINoPLE, April 1.-The sultan re ceived ex-King Milan in solemn audience Sunday and afterwards entertained him at a grand baIuuet
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
CONDENSED NEWS.

The wife of Capt. Will am Black, United States engineers, died a. St. Augustine, Fla yesterday, after years illness.
 Thomas Rigby, one of the wealthest men in New Orleans, and for many years presi- dent of the Vicksburg and Meridian Railroad company, is dead, aged 90 years.
 John A. Duff, father of John c. Duff the theatrical manager, died in New York from the effects of an apopletic stroke. MT. Duff was Augustin Daly's father-in-law. He first introduced "Pinafore' to the New York pub lie. He was born ill Albany, and was 6s years old.
 Lieut.. Col. R. H. Alexander, until recently medical director of the department of Ari- zona, died at Los Angeles. He was a son of Gen. E. B. Alexander, was born in Illinois, entered the army from Kentucky and reached his high rank by promotion for meritorious services during the war.
 The building Nos 611 and 6s8 West Thirty sixth street, New York, occupied by num- Der of manufacturers, was burned Sunday. The losses were: Mrs. F. Radel, building and piano stock, S30,OOO; D. McInt sh, cabinet trimmings, S6,OO0; Hagan & Raefer, piano keys, $15,0 900; Roth & Engelharit. piano actions, Sl0,OOO
 Eighteen military companies from the southern states have already signed the agreement to participate in the interstate prize drill at Jacksonville, Fla, on April To, II and 12, and it is expected that thirty three will sign before the end of this week. Next Thursday is Fred Douglas day at the Sub-Tropical Exposition. The venerable ora tor will be present, together with probably 25, 900 members of his race.
 A dispatch from San Francisco states that Superintendent Dickey, of the Union iron uorlc saws no orders have h..on re.a;yod +x, hurry work on the Charleston, and such or ders would do no good, as all the men that can be put on the work are already there. The hull was inspected today, and the vessel will come off the dock Thursday, to be taken to Mission Rock, where she will remain until ready to receive her masts and other finish ingS at Mare Island.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
STRIKE IN BUFFALO.
The Carpenters and Painters Demand Q
 Reduction of the Hours of Labor.

1he carpenters and Painters Demand Q
 Reduction of the Hours of Labor.
 BUFFALO, April 1.-The carpenters and painters of Buffalo, to the number of several hundred, are on strike. They demand that the bosses recognize nine hours as day work. The meetings held Saturday night concluded by the adoption of resolutions de- claring that a strike was in order. The con- ference committee of the Carpenters union waited for a delegation of the bosses to put in an appearance and say that they would con- cede the mems demands But the bosses did not flock in as it was hoped they would, and nothing remained but to back down from the bold position already taken or to go on and declare a strike. A strike was declared. A number of the bosses announced to the con- ference committee on Saturday night that they would call nine hours days work, and asked that their men be allowed to take up their tools on Monday. There were so few of these bosses, however, that it was decided not to injure the chances of the strike by allowing any of the members to turn out on Monday.
 The painters mean while were holding meet ing to take action upon the same matter-the nine hour movement The painters had ob- tained from the bosses early in the spring an agreement to the effect that nine hours should constitute a days work for the six months beginning March 15. This az cement did not satisfy the union, and the members now demand that the nine-hour system be tried for the year beginning April 1.
 MT. John Codd, secretary of the Analga- mated Carpenters union, No. 3s4, says that in all probability none of the men will work before Wednesday, even in cases where the bosses were willing to concede the demand made upon them "We will need at least two days to make definite and binding arrange ments " he said.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
A Lottery SMindle.

HELENA, Mon., April 1.-The drawing in
 the Aborn House lottery, which has been ad- vertised all over the country to take place Saturday, did not come off, owing to the sudden departure of Dr. E. $. Aborn, man. ager of the scheme, on Thursday last The ticket holders here attached the office furni- ture. Every state in the Union is represented by ticket holders, Canada also having in- vested several thousand dollars The deed to the property Is still in bank, but it is not thought this W Il be any help to ticket holders.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
\ Shocking Trawedy.

The American from Cnattanooga says: James c. Calhoun, q timer, prominent in business, religious and social circles at Dar- ton, Tenn, attempted to kill his family and himself yesterday. He procured a hatchet and bottle of muriatic acid and zinc. He attacked his wife by grabbing her by the throat and striking her three blows about the head and shoulders with the hatchet. He then struck his invalid daughter, cutting off her ear. He started for little boy who escaped. Taking knife he cut his throat and swallowed an ounce of the muriatic acid and zinc. Calhoun and his wife will prob ably die. Tho daughter Will recover It is supposed that he had suddenly become in sane over financial matters
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
\ Girl Shot.

NEW YORK, April 1.-Mamie Palmer, aged F, was shot in the left breast, probably fla tally, last night, by Thomas Argue, a youth, who has not yet been arrested Miss Palmer and friend, Frankie Parsons, came here from Pot Jervis recently and hired a room at 230 West Thirty-nilth street Argue and another boy, William Butcher, who lived at the same house, entered nto Irritation with the girls, and finally the quartette got to- gether in the girls room yesterday, and while young Argue was showing how skllfully he could handle a revolver the weapon was dis charged. When the young men found that Miss Palmer shot they fled. The girl is at the Roosevelt hospital
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
DolNes IN THE OLD WORLD.
The Conservative Victory at Enield-The - Woman Suffrage Hill.

The Conservative Victory at Enfeld-The
 - Woman Suffrage Hill.
 LONDON, April 1.-The Liberals profess to be entirely satisfied with the result of the Enfield election, though it by no means tallies with the hopes and predictions they expressed few days ago. They account for the strong Tory vote by citing the fact that the number of villa residents in the divi.ion has enor- mously increased, and this circumstance un- doubtedly contributed to the Conservative strength largely.
 The cabinet discussed the question of the adjournment of parliament over the Easter holidays, and while no positive announce ment has yet been made, it is believed that the recess will not be taken until Thursday. April IS. The Conservatives are extremely anxious to pass the governments woman suf- frage bill, and a vote upon the measure is fixed for Wednesday, April IT. The bill per mits women to vote at all elections under the same qualifications are required of men, the wives of male voters, however being ex- cluded. The passage of this bill will enor- mously increase the electorate, and the Tories are unanimously of the belief that the aug mentation will be largely in their favor There is a fair chance for the bill to pass, in spite of the fact that the Liberal leaders are very hopeful of forcing its postponement to another session.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
Saved from an Insane Asylum.

NEW HAVEN, April 1-An attempt was to have been made here on Saturday afternoon to railroad a sane woman to an insane asylum. but happily it was thwarted She is the wife of Edward Ludington. About a week ago she was taken ill. Dr. E. L. R. Thompson was called to attend her, and he pronounced her insane. Preparations were made to re- move her to an asylum. Mrs. Mmson, a nurse attending Mrs. Ludington, became sus- picious because of the nature of medicines given the patient, and notified the womans parents, who immediately remover her to their home. Several of the best physicians of the city were called in to determine Mrs. Ludingtons sanity, and they unanimously agreed that she was only suffering from a bad cold. An investigation is under way
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
A Fleet DiSappearine.

MIDDLETowN, Conn.,, April 1.-The once famous and swift sailing fleet of Connecticut river brown stone carrying schooners is slowly but surely disappearing from the done to fill their places, and the decline of the shipping interests on the Connecticut river is more manifest every year. Capt. w. F. Williams has just sold the two schoon- CTS Zulette Kenyon and Eliza A. Anderson to parties ill Rockland, Me- Iu 1882 there were 116 documented vessels of all kinds in the customs district They had an aggre- gate of 16, $40 tons burden. Now there are only eighty three vessels, aggregating about 10000 tous
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
HartfOrd's Musical Festival.

NEW HAVEN. April l.-The Choral union of Hartford, has at length perfected arrange ments whereby the long talked of musical festival there is assured. Three grand con- certs will be given ill that city on May and f. Among the talent secured are Emma Juch Sig Jules Perrotti, Miss Adele Aus der One Victor Herbert and D. NJ. Babcock, with portions of Thomas orchestra, and also ot the Germania band, of Boston. Miss Juct will appear in the oratorio ''Mors ct Vita, ' to be given on Friday. The tenor Perrott will make his bow before Connecticut au dience on Saturday evening, when Barnby's "Rebekah" will be presented. The labor ot conducting the festival will be divided be tween Carl Zerrahn, the veteran conductor and Professor Pratt, of Hartford.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
Rescue af Eaur Sailors.

PORTLAND, Ore, April News has been received from Yaquina bay, Oregon, that that the tug returned yesterday morning from the search for Capt. Robinson and the three men lost from the schooner George H. Chance, having found them in a perilous situation near he Nectucca bay, about thirty miles north of Yaquina, where they had drifted in a small boat Their boat filled with water and they nearly perished. They had been out two days without food. They were welcomed back by their friends at Yaquina, who had given them up as lost
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
The Light Weight Championship.

CHICAGO, April Ike Weir, the Bel fast Spider," and Frank Murphy, the young Bir- mingham lad, fought for the light weight championship and stakes worth S2,5OO at Koutts, Ind, yesterday morning. Eighty rounds in all were fought, but there was nc effective work done after the twenty first round" the Spiders" hands having given out, and he avoided his antagonist by dodg- ing around the ring. Ths owner of the hall telegraphed for officers, and to avoid arrest the fight was stopped. The referee still ho,da the stakes and says the men must light it out at some future day. Murphy was pretty badly punished.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
Fifteen Freight Cars Wrecked.

JAMESTOWN, N Y, April IA serious freight collision occurred three miles west of here at 11:2O a. m. yesterday on the New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio road The second section of eastbound train Mo- 21 ran past orders at Lakewood and collided with the westbound train No. S1. Fifteen loaded cars were wrecked. Ensineer Hiram Free man, of the westbound freight, was danger ously injured about the head, Conductor Yocum badly scalded and Fireman F. Fl. Carney slightly injured. The crew of tr ain 24 jumped and escaped injury. The track was blocked for over ten hours
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
Niarara's New Surrogate.

LocKPoRT, April 1.-Governor Hill has ap- pointed Chauncey K. Dunkleberger, young Democratic lawyer of this city, judge of the surrogate court of Niagara county, to fill the vacancy m de by William J. Bulger, who re- signed on Jan. l. There has been a strong competition for the place by four or five prominent Democratic lawyers, which fact delayed the governor in his decision. The present term expires in November The ap- pointee is popular, and one of the youngest men ever appointed to the office, MT. Dunkle- berger being only in his 18th year. He did excellent work for the Democrats here last fall
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
New Jersey Legislature.

TRENTON, April 1.-There was some talk early last week of the sine die adjournment of the legislature at the close of this week Now, however, it is understood that the ses- sion will be prolonged till the close of next week; but it is definitely settled that the final ad djournment will not be deferred beyond that The members are growing anxious to return to their pursuits, and even now it is no easy task for Speaker Hudspeth to keer them on hand for business
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
Extraordinary Railroadins.

FINDLAY, O., April 1.-After several un- successful attempts the New York, Mahoning and Western yesterday succeeded in crossing the Lake Erie and Western Immediately after the Lake Erie fast train passed, going east, 100 men in hiding rushed to the crossing and succeeded in getting the track laid before the Lake Er people could get switch en- zine back to the main track. The work was all done in drenching rain.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
Irving Bishop to Remarry.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., April 1.-Washing. ton Irving Bishop is arranging to remarry his present wife. He has come to this de. termination on learning that his first wife
 Helen G. Bishop had been granted divorce Thursday last ill lew York. Two years ago
 when he and his wife d sagreed, he filed a cross bill, and when he returned from abroad he was advised that the bill had been success full and considered himself free man. He then married his present wife. To protect the name of his little daughter he marries again.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
A Break in the Canal.

MEDINA N. Y., April IA break in the canal few miles east of here is doing damage to surrounding farms, which will amount to something like 5000 The gang of men at work is unable to check the flow of water, and surrounding land is being flooded and gullied badly. It is thought that the opening of navigation will be delayed some time be- fore the banks can be repaired
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
Suicide of a Railroad Apent.

ST. LOUIS, April Asa W. Kellogg, gen. eral eastern agent of the Southern Pacific Railroad at Cine -nnati, committed suicide in his room at the Southern hotel in this city. He retired at o'clock, and not responding to a call the door of his room was forced open and Mir. Kelloggs body was found on the bed with an empty laudanum bottle beside it. Mr. Kellog was 41 years of age and was we'll known among railroad men,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
Injunction \ Against a Railroad.

AUSTIN, April 1.-The Gould influence in Texas received hard knock whsn Judge w. Mickey, of the district ceMt of Travis county, Texas, at the instance of the state, granted an injunction against the Missouri, Kansas and Texas railroad company and its agents restraining them from voting or con trolling the stock owned by the company ill the International and Great Northern Rail. way company at the annual election of the International
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
The Netherlands Regency.

LONDON, April 1. His highness Duke Adolph of Nassau still remains at Frankfort, where he awaits the formal declaration of a regency for the Netherlands. In all proba- bility the declaration will be made to-mor- TOW when the duke will proceed to Luxem- burg. It is understood that the minutest de- tails of the succession to the Dutch throne have been settled in such way Ns to remove the possibility of any subsequent complica- tions or disagreements
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
Returned Without the Outlaw

MONTREAL, Aprl 1.-Sergt Charbonnean and Constable Rey have returned from Sher- brooke, after their attempt to catch the famous outlaw Duncan Morrison. Constable Key states that they went as far as Sher- brooke, but failed to find him. They think he has too many friends in the district to permit of his capture
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
The Denver Bank Robbery.

DENVER, Col, April No new develop. ments have been reported ill the Moffat rob, bery case If the Denver officials have any clew they keep it to themselves "There have been no new arrests Ill the case" said Chief of Detectives Linton last night. "We are still holding Clark. We know his rec ord. Of course there are some things we cannot make public"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
Improving Baltimore Harbor.

BALTIMORE, April Tt is intended to i'm. prove the channel leading into this harbor by widening it at different points and recti. flying i regularities so as to facilitate the pas sage of large vessels. In the accomplishment of this it will be necessary to remove POO, OO0 cubic yards of material. The contract for the work has been awarded to the American Dredging company of Philadelphia at $13S GOO
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
Charged with Arson.

MONTREAL April 1.-Moritz Karster, alias Kerstein, New York city tailor, was ar rested yesterday by Detective Campau on charge of arson. It is charged that two years ago he burned his house in New York. He was bailed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-04-01
A Packing House Burned.

CHICAGO, April 1.-Deckert x Unrath's packing house, Nos. lSS aad l90 Fulton street, this city, was burned yesterday. Tn, loss is estimated at $50 900 and is fully covered by insura ,ce. It is believed that the fire was caused by sparks from stove on the first floor