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Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17
TIE LAWRENCE BANK MunnLE

The resignation of Assignee McKelvy, OF
the Lawrence Bank, yesterday, is a rather
peculiar outcome of the discussion over the
failure Of that institution. Mr.. McKelvy's
resignation is to take effect to-day, when his
successor will be appointed. tits intimated
by Mr.. McKelvy's friends that this will
delay the distribution of assets which might
have been made soon, if Mr. McKelvy had
remained in his place.
It is necessary to remark that Mr.. Nc
Kelvy shows rather extreme sensitiveness
in applying to himself personally, the criti-
cisms which have grown out of the bank
ruptcy. If we mistake not, the depositors
who have asked for receiver have taken
pains to avow that they have no objection to
Mr.. McKelvy; but that they wish the af-
fairs of the bank settled by one who is sub
ject to the public obligations of receiver
rather than by one who represents the
stockholders of the concern. The remarks,
which could not fail to be made, as to the
delay in the appearance of a statement,
were not any impeachment of the assignee;
but were pertinent for their indication of the
confusion that must exist in the accounts of
the bank.
1t is also little hard to believe, as is said
to be asserted by the attorney of the bank,
that if Mr.. McKelvy has assets in his
hands from which he could have distributed
$780, among the depositors, his successor
cannot take up the work where he leaves it.
1t should be recognized that such an asser-
tion comes nearer to giving grounds for
criticism of the assignee's course than any
thing else that has been said in the matter.
For it represents that man who has under
taken duty and has the means of perform
ing it promptly and satisfactorily throws it
down on account of some criticisms which
do not apply to him personally; and lets the
depositors who are entitled to their money
go without it for a prolonged period when
he might have furnished the most complete
answer to all criticisms by publishing a
statement and making a material dividend.
We must decline to believe that Mr.. Nc
Kelvy has taken any such illjudged action
as that, except upon the clearest proof
Whatever truth, or otherwise, there may
be in these conflicting views, it seems to
point to the necessity of the settlement of the
affairs of the bank by receiver, under
judicial supervision.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17

sociate itself from its partnership in busi-
ness enterprise.
This may be good arrangement in the
abstract; but, with regard to the manner of
getting out of its partnership, it ought to be
recognized in Baltimore that it is not even a
decent business policy to sell large holding
of stock at the time when its price is unduly
and, there is reason to believe, artifcially
depressed. One Of the most significant
features of this affair is the remarkable
advantage that has been taken of
the adverse circumstances, to discredit
the reputation Of the Baltimore and Ohio
property. The trouble that was created by
incompetent business management two years
ago was exaggerated at the time SO as to
make the most solvent trunk line of the
country unable to borrow money. Since
then, though its net earnings have been
larger in proportion to its stock and debt
than most of the dividend payers, its divi-
dends have been passed; and the relation
between this policy and its purpose may be
discovered by the reports which indicate
desire to get control of the stock at less
than par.
Such deal would be we'll worthy of
Gould's palmiest days; but there is no
patent on Gould's methods and some of his
most respectable rivals have been under
stood to be anxious to get their fingers in
the Baltimore and Ohio pie. If the trans
action is completed it will take prominent
place on the record of manipulations by
which properties of great value have been
taken from their owners at far less than
their true worth.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17
A GOOD APPOINTMENT.

The nomination of Joseph R. Harrah, of
Beaver, as the United States Marshal OF
this district, isOne of Senator QusY's personal
selections; but it is also a very popular and
prsiseworthy appointment. Mr.. Harrah's s
personal acquaintance may not extend very
thoroughly throughout Western Pennsyl.
vsnia; but wherever he is known, his good
qualities are recognized. He is a hard
political fighter. b ut safe in counsel and
obliging and courteous in action. While
there may be some sarcasm as to the patent
which Beaver has on the marshalship under
Republican administrations, every one will
agree that there could hardly be a better
choice than that Of Mr. Harrab. Whatever
may be thought ofSenator Quay's predomi-
nance over the patronage he has succeeded
80 far in putting frst-class men into the
Offices he has filled.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17
INFLUENZA IN THE AIR.
Mild Winter Weather Probably the Cause
of the Epidemic.

of the Endemic.
I'm 'Hs ~'sO" 1
The rapid spreading Of the influenza which
appeared short time ago in St. Petersburg is
q matter in which wa in Great Britain have a
very uilecs lnserest. 30 lSr as nussiA ls con
cerned, IL Is reported from the center OF the
country at Moscow, and from the far East in
Siberia; and, like other previous Visitations of
the disease il snares neither rank nor aOe
eAS S' ." SP@ANS ANA A 80 $50
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17
PRIZE FIGHTERS PuE1sHMETrs.

1t may have escaped notice that Jake
Kilrain was last week convicted before the
same Judge who sentenced Sullivan, of as
sault and battery. Exactly how his offense
differs from Sullivan's, who was convicted
of prize fighting, is mystery of Mississ-
iDpi law which is likely to remain unre-
Vealed to the rest OF the country. The re-
ports of the fight have generally created the
impression that the amount of assault and
battery which Kilrain committed on SuIli-
van was hardly worth mentioning. But
perhaps, it had as much reality as the pun
iskrnent which Mississippi justice will
ceal out to the sluggers. SulliVan's pun
ishment has so far been confined to receiy-
ing his sentence and then being permitted
10 leave the State, at liberty 70 receive
munifeent offers from people who wish TO
enjoy the spectacle OF his violating the law
in other States. Law is a fine thing when
it is enforced; and it is wonderful thing
when there is only pretense of enforc-
ing II.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17
WANAMAKER'S PREsENTIMENT.
The Postmaster General Felt Queer When
MIR. GOwen Killed Himself.

MIR, GoWen Killed Himself
[FRoM STAFF CORRESPONDENT
WAsHIN GToN, December 16-Postmaster
General Wanamaker told an interesting story
this afternoon to . party of gentlemen who
called on him. It was in reference to the re-
cent melancholy suicide of Mr.. Franklin B.
Gowen. 1t is well known that the intimacy be-
tween the two gentlemen was of the closest
description, both in their business and social
relations. In telling the story Mr.. Wanamaker
said:
On Friday evening, as I was seated in my
library, felt queer sensation come over me. 1t
made me feel much distressed and very nncom-
Portable. 1t was as though had premonition of
some impending disaster. At the same time it
flashed across me that my old friend Mr.. Gowen
was coming to visit Washington. did not con-
meet the two ideas at the time but could not get
rid of the impression that something serious was
going to happen. My daughter-in-Iaw wanted 10
20 over to the White House that evening to make
a call, and she asked me to accompany her. The
unaccountable sensation was experiencing how
ever, Induced me to request to be excused and
told her that was feeling too uneasy ana dis
tressed to be able to GO with her. The next morn
ing. as 1 WAS dressing, the thought Of Gowen
again came into my head, and the same uneasy
feeling recurred. said to myself: '-Oh, Gowen.
you did not come to see me this time, - reerring
to his practice OF calling on me whenever he came
to the city. The work OF the day chased my ap-
ings when heard that same afternoon that poor
Gowen had killed himself. believe that he came
over here with the express Intention Of making
away with himself desiring to give as little
troube as possible to his family, and to have his
remains cared for by myself, who was his only
friend inthis CITY,
this evening for the purpose OF attending the
fuuaro1
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17
MONEY COMES HIGH.
And That's What's the Matter With Markets
Down East, They Say.


Down East, They Say.
NEW YORK, December l6-Henry Clews &
Co., in their weekly financial circular to-day
say: "An important obstacle to improvement in
stocks at this time is the sensitive condition of
the money market. Activity in trade has re-
suited in making money relatively dearer
than securities, and the scarcity of
loanable funds gives the bears an ad-
vantage which virtually leaves control with
them. Every advance in stocks is at present
met with manipulation of call money; and
while this state of affairs continues, while call
loans can be manipulated between lob per
cent and time money remains at per cent no
very great activity on the bull side of the mar
ket can be anticipated. There are indications,
however, Of improvement in this respect for
January. Large amounts of funds will be dis
bursed for dividends. etc., and trade require
ments, which have hitherto been SO urgent,
will naturally relax.
1T is significant in this respect that, although
the currency movement last week was against
New York, the shipments were almost entirely
to Boston, New Orleans and a few nearby
points. The West made no call or consequence
upon rs for funds; in fact, money has been
comparatively cheaper at Chicago than in New
York and liberal amounts of local drygoods
and grocery paper have been placed In Chicago
at actually better rates than could be procured
here. This is an unusual state Of affairs, and
strengthens the suspicion that the stringency
in this market is largely due to artificial
Cduo6c
"The distributing branches Of trade may be
expected to show less activity during the next
few months, at least until the spring movement
begins. Crop demands have also been met to
their fullest extent; so that the demands from
these quarters are likely to diminish hereafter
Meanwhile, in the industrial branches of trade
activity is universal Extensions, improve
ments and new enterprises fostered by both
domestic and foreign capital. are the order Of
the day. Railroads are taxed to their fullest
capacity and frequent complaints are heard of
the scarcity of cars. The iron trade is phen-
omenally prosperous
"There are one or two unfavorable features
in the general situation, chief of which is the
mild weather The domestic consumption of
coal is being considerably reduced thereby and
a fall in temperature is needed to stimulate the
demand for heavy clothing, etc. The close
money market is also precipitating an un-
usually large number of failures; but as these
are mainly confined to weak and small con-
Germs the wedding out process may be regarded
as a benefit rather than loss. Taking broad
view of the situati on, we are inclined to cheer
tql expectations"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17
PREPARING TO TALK TARIFF.
Darcs Set for Various Interests to be Heard
by the House Committee.

Dares Set for Various Interests to be Heard
by the House Committee.
WASHINGTON, December 16.-The Ways and
Means Committee Of the House held meeting
this morning and prepared to enter promptly
upon the work preliminary to the preparation
of atarih bill, by providing for a number of
hearings at which the interests likely to be
affected by proposed changes of the customs
laws may give their views. Mr.. Burrows, Of
Michigan, offered a resolution which was
adopted. fixing the dates of the hearings as fol-
lows: Metals ores and coal Thursday, Decem-
ber 26; sugar Saturday, December Is, cheml-
icals, Monday. December 80; earthen und glass
ware, Tuesday, December 81; wool, Thursday,
January 2; manufactures of wool, Friday, jan
uary 3; fax, hemp. jute and cotton goods, Sat.
urday, January 4; silks. Monday, January g;
tobacco, cigars, snuff, cigarettes, Tuesday, Jan
uary z; provisions and farm products, Wednes-
day. January 8; sundries. January O.; wood,
woodenware, books and paper, January 10.
The committee also adopted resolutions
which will be reported to the House for ap-
proval authorizing it to sit during sessions OF
the House, and providing for tie distribution
Of the Presidents message among the House
committees.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17
PEOPLE OF PROMINENCE.

THE Cologne Gdzelte has the report that
Emin Pasha is making rapid progress toward
recovery.
CHAIRMAN COOLEY, of the Inter-S tate Com
merce Commission, has been compelled to again
relinquish his duties at Washington on account
| of sickness and has returned to his home at
Ann Arbor Mich.
Mr.. HENRY SHELTON SANFORD, one of the
founders of the Congo free State and delegate
of the United States Government to the Congo
Conference in Berlin, has been appointed a sec
ond delegate to the Anti-SlaVery Conference in
session at Brussels.
THE Sultan was yesterday invested with the
Grand Cross of St. Michael and st. George,
conferred upon him by the Queen of England
Mr.. Evan Smith officiated as representative of
Her Majesty. There was grand ceremony
The English ships fired salutes and were all
dressed with flags.
SECRETARY BLAINE has sent the following
cable message to Explorer Stanley: 81 am
directed by the President of the United States
to tender his congratulations to you upon the
success which has attended your long tour of
discovery through Africa, and upon the ad-
vantages which may accrue therefrom to the
civilized world.''
WHEN Mr.. Browning's friends first made
known the poets intention Of being buried by
his wife's side. the Florence authorities stated
that it would require an act of Parliament to
reopen the old cemetery where Mrs. Browning
was buried; but they have since announced
that out of respect to the poets wishes, they
are willing to remove Mrs. Browning's rem aims
and the monument over her grave to the new
cemetery.
COMMUNICATIONS from ex-senator William
A Wallace, who is still ahead. indicate that he
is making good use OF his opportunities. He
spends the most Of his time in England, where
he has become interested in the study of the
courts, the Parnell commission and various
other things likely to attract an intelligent
stranger. Mr.. Wallace may be expected home
very soon now and Is then likely to plunge at
once into politics
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17
Refused to Dl
PAN-AMERICAYS IN NEW YORK.
Secretary Blaine aud Party Cordially Wei
coined TO tie Metropolis.

secretary Blaine ana kafty COFo1nlly w ois
coined TO TIE Metropolis.
NEW YORK, December 16-Secretary of
State Blaine and the Pan-American Conference
delegates reached Jersey City this afternoon,
having left Washington this morning The
party numbered 81 people. Mrs.and Miss Blaine
and the wives of many of the delegates accom-
panied them. Emmons Blaine and his wife
came aboard the train at Baltimore and
left it at Philadelphia. Awaiting
the arrival were Cornelius N. Bliss.
Chairman of the General Committee; Charles
r. Flint and several committeeman. Mr.. Bliss
extended welcome to each OF the delegates
personally, and, with Mr., Mrs. and Miss Blaine,
led the way to the carriage which had been
waiting for the Blaine party. They ywere driven
to the Fifth Avenue Hotel. The remainder of
the delegates were escorted to the City Hall by
the mounted squad. The delegates assembled
in the Governors room, where Mayor Grant,
Controller Myers and the balance OF the COM
mittee stood ready to welcome them.
Mayor Grant made an address in which he
first cordially welcomed them, and said that it
was to the interest Of the Republic to maintain
kindly relations with all the Southern Powers.
The Mayors address was replied to by Senior
F. G. G. Zegarra, of Peru, who said that it was
his pleasant duty to assure His Honor, the
Mayor, that the words with which he bade
them welcome were deeply appreciated. Mr..
Zegarra referred to New York as '.the golden
vestibule Of the vast and magnificent dwelling
place that spans from ocean to ocean the home
stead of free and happy nation"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17
CLIPPED BITS OF WIT.

Married not mated-Four-ffths of the
married people you know. -SomerUiLts Journal
He-I see that another American heirsss
Is about to marry Baron.
She-what kind Of BaronP
He-Barren Of cash, OF course-Horristoton
Herald.
Businesslike.-Young Sprigg-Mr. Bid
quick, am worth $50, oOQ and love your daugh-
ter.
Mr.. Bidquick tretired auctiOneerj-sOld.-0As-
cdgo Tribune,
The gladstone, gleeful Christmas tide
Is now approaching mighty nigh US.
When children's mouths are open wide.
And friends are Wond'rinR what to buy US.
-PHzzsatGzoRey Spirit.
Oh! dear country cousins, who'Ye come In
to-day
To squander your hardly earned dollars,
Rejoice! for the summer is 50 far away
Its heat cannot wither your collars.
-Tsrus Strings.
After man has been married IA years, he
seldom gets up more than three times in one night
tolight match and look around the room, be-
cause his wife thinks she heard 3 noise.-Soners
VftIs Journal.
Waiter Ito party from the country, just
seated)-Hefe's bill of fare. sir.
Gentleman (from the rural districts)-Now, look
herel 1fyou think I'm gwine to pay any Dill OF
fare till I've had somethin to eat you're foolin'
yourself. Fetch on your vittles hrst.-IsSas SVt-
fn0s.
A Night OwI.-'swhy, my dear, is your
husband deadg'' sympathetlcaIly inquired Mrs.
VeWbride.
''Eo. - replied Mrs. Oldbride, 'she Is very much
alive; but It you knew his habits as wen a. 40,
you would unaerstand why always SPEAK OF nim
IS my late husband. .ii-SomerUttts Jourao~
A. MI Touae-How avo
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17
WHERE MR.. REED STANDS.
A RuIing by the New Speaker Which Has
Great Significance.
rERoM A srAFF coRREsPoNpENTl

a nuHng Dy tne new speaker winch has
Great Significance.
TRoM STAFF CORRESPONDENT
WASHINGTON. December I6-There was an
interesting scene in the House this afternoon,
which was made still more so by an extraor-
dinary ruling by Speaker Reed. Mr.. Lacey,
of Iowa, presented resolution for the adop-
tion Of which he asked unanimous consent.
The resolution called for the app ointment of a
special committee for the purpose of inVesti-
eating the elections in the Second Arkansas
district, during the progress Of which Mr..
E. G. Clayton was assassinated. The reading
of the resolution was listened to with the closest
attention by the whole House. Immediately at
its conclusion, Mr.. Crisp, Of Georgia, who was
the Chairman of the Election Committee in the
last House, jumped to his feet and demanded
its reference to the Committee on Elections
AT this point Mr.. Breekinridge, of Arkansas
who represents the district in question, arose
and stated that he himself had intended to in
troduce similar proposition, but for several
reasons had preferred to let it come from the
Republican side. The House listened to him
with interest, and the Democrats applauded
him as he took his seat.
Nj. Lacey repeated his request for unani-
nous consent to adopt his resolution. Mr.,
Crisp urged that If such matters were not re-
ferred to the Committee on Elections there
was no use for that committees existence; and
for moment it looked as though stubborn
fight was to be inaugurated then and there.
Mr.. Breckinridge requested Mr.. Crisp to with
draw his point of order, but that gentleman de-
clined emphatically, and appealed to the Chair
for decision on the question.
Z With great deliberatioD Speaker Reed deliY-
cred bis ruling. He held that this was matter
affecting the standing of a member of the
House, and as such was question of the
highest privilege, and could be decided only by
the House itself, and he would let the House
decide. The question was put, and by viva
voce vote, the Democrats not voting, the reso-
luton was adopted. Mr.. Crisp, speaking of the
matter afterward, said:
The effect Of the Speakers ruling is just this:
member can tomorrow offer resolution seating
the three contesting Republicans from West Vir-
ginia, or any other contestant, and by viva voce
vote, under this ruling. the House can adopt the
suggestion. 1t is an outrageous proceeding, but
put in very plausible manner. did not dare
TO risk an appeal, because knew several of the
Democrats wanted me to withdraw my point Of
order on Laceys resolution. But am glad we
have found out where Mr.. Reed stands.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17

establishment of the eight-hour day gives
this levy more the aspect of a provision for
general contingencies than levy for def
mite and independent campaign. The char
acter of the Federation gives good reason for
believing that the fund will be discreetly
administered; but with the rivalry that ex-
lists between the organizations, it assumes
the aspect of an experiment, the results Of
which, financially and tactically, may be
doubtful
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17
TRI-STATE TRIPLES.


THAT is very nice butter, Johnny" said 8
| Punxsutawney groceryman as he took the roll
| out of the basket and laid it on the counter
'"rell your mother to send all Of her butter
here, and we viii pay her good price for it,
Eyes" said the little fellow candidly, q
spose you would. The only reason you got this
was cause the cat fell inter the cream crock and
got drowned, and ma'am didn't want ter sell II
till Ter reg'lar customers"
A SMETHPoRT correspondent deeply laments
the fact that the girls Of that place still tena-
ciously cling to the hustle and stubbornly re-
fuse to discard it. They say that they don't
adopt the style for year or two after the city
girls, and they don't propose to let 60 until its
term of Office has expired
A MAN named Rye. who lives near Bellaire,
O.. has fancy for naming his daughters after
the big rivers. Three Of his girls are called
Missouri, Ohio and Mississippi. Recently =
baby daughter was added to the household, and
the father, forgetting the double significance
Of the word. determined to have her christened
Monongahela Rye.
CHARLEY CREW, Marion, O., jeweler, has
completed medal which is to be given to Ira
Williams. Mr. Williams is the farmer who had
PA4os~1
hunting: Hunt all you please, and when the
bell rings come in to dinner"
In Wheeling store where looking glasses
were formerly scattered around rather gener-
ously they have ali been taken down. The
reason,p said q floor walker, is that the
women would always get jammed up in crowds
wherever there was looking glass, and We
took them down until after the Christmas
rush"
ONE Of Wilkesbarre's policemen dreamed he
was in a fight. and, his pistol refusing 70 ex-
plode, he was unable to defend himself. When
he awoke he was so impressed that he tried h1s
pistol, and found, as IN his dream, the weapon
would not 90 OF.
In the ruins Of the landslide at Musconetcon
tunnel, which occurred over two weeks ago,
workmen found brass clock on Thursday last
which bad hung IN the engine house. The mud
was shaken from il, and. being wound up. the
clock resumed It's old occupation.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1889-12-17
The Opinion Of a Toiler.

To the Editor Of The Dispatch:
deem THE DIsPATCH's suggestion of popu.
lar concerts an excellent one, and my sincerest
wish is that it may be adopted. After all, we
must come to the conclusion that the
masses need recreation, and there GER
tainly is nothing more effective in causing
either business men or ordinary toilers to for
get the worries of life's daily grind than two or
three hours Of popular music, either vocal or
instrumental.
The movement so nobly and disinterestedly
commenced demands the aid and recognition
of everybody who desires to see little more of
legitimate pleasure infused into the wearying
affairs of life. 1 say Godspeed the movement
It ought to and will succeed. A ToILER.
WOODS RUN December 16.