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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
BOULANGER SYMPAThiZERS.
London Frenchmen Present the General
 With an Address of Confidence.

London Frenchmen Present the General
 With an Address of Confidence.
 LONDON, Aug. 19.-Frenohmen resid- ln London. to the number of 500, called upon General Boulanger, at his resi- dence yesterday, and presented him with an address of sympathy and conf dence.
 In replying to their spokesman, he en- tered into the matter ot his trial and conviction by the French Senate, and took occasion to deny the charges upon which he was tried.
 He said he had never upon any occa- sion made use of funds belonging to the State except while trying to oom- pass the safety of France when attacked by enemies. If thy had been cited to appear before any regular court in France to make answer to these out rageous charges, he and his colleagues would have hastened to take the first steamer for France. But such a course would not suit the nefarious purpose of those who, for the moment, were usurp- ing the power of the Republic They formed tribunal, composed of his per sonal and political enemies, and the enemies of his colleagues, by which all were virtually condemned, before it met.
 Of Frenchmen he said he only asked that he be treated with fairness, and the triumph of their present rulers, of which they boasted so loudly at present, would soon be thing of the past
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
The Flack CaAe.

NEW YORK, Aug. 1o.-All the papers in the Flack case are said to be In the handwriting of Referee Meeks. The lawyers for Mrs. Flack observed this fact when they first examined the pa- pers upon the reopening of the case, and two photographic copies were taken. Civil Justice Monell went yesterday to Cape May, where Mrs. Raymond is sup posed to be. It Is expected that some interesting developments will be made this aftarnoon
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Seizure of British Vassels.

OTTAWA, Ont, Aug. 1s.-Mr Bowell, Minister of Customs, has received the expected official reports of the seizure of the British vessels in the North Pacific by United States cruisers and revenue cutters, for alleged violations of United States laws In United States waters. These papers, it is understood, show that such seizure as far as they re- late to ships registered in Canadian ports were effected outside of the marine jurisdiction of the United States, and are therefore unjustifiable, and entitle tho owners to compensation for any loss that may have been suf- ferad
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Newspaper Men Shot At.

BRIDGEPORT, Conn.,, Aug. 1o.-A. s. Witherspoon, of the New Haven Jour nal and Courier, and J. k. Burroughs, of the, editorial staff of that paper, were shot at last evening while seated in the train arriving here at 7:3O. The train slowed up in East Bridgeport to make a stop on the bridge. The pistol shots were fired from Crescent avenue through the car window. The glass was shattered and the bullets grazed the heads of Messrs. Witherspoon and Burroughs. The train was stopped and an attempt made to discover the assail- ants. It Is thought that the shots were fired by an unsuccessful itigant. Thero IS much excitement over tho affair
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
IS NOT ENGAGED.
Benjamin Butler Not Secured to Prosccute
 Justice Fields.

Benjamin Butler Not Secured to Prosecute
 Justice Fields.
 LOWELL, Mass, Aug. General Benjamin F. Butler said he had not, as stated in some newspapers, been re- talnen as prosecuting attorney against Justice Field and Deputy Marshal Nagle. General Butler says he could net be retained in the case, as he would not act as prosecuting officer against Justice Field
 "1 do not think the law of the case has been clearly stated in any of the news papers, said the General. "ff man Is attacked, and Is in danger of his life, he Is obliged to go to the wall before he can take the life of his assailant It Is different in the case of an officer sent to protect the Justice of a Court. It is then left in his judgment to strike when he fears the life of the Judge is in dan. ger from his assailant"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
The Kllrain Party Greatly Worried,

BALTIMORE, Aug. 19.-Kilrain and his friends are greatly worried over the news of Sullivan's sentence, and thev all now see where Kilrain made mis- take in not following the example of Mitchell and Pony Moore in getting out of the country, It is generally under stood that Kilrain intends to go to Eng land. and that it was his intention to leave immediately after the fight. Why he did not do so his friends can not un- derstand. It was rumored to-day that he might yet mako an effort to get away, preferring to forfeit his bail to taking chances with the Southern court.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Pilgrims to n New York ShrInc.

TRIBES ILL., N. Y.. Aug. 10.-Ove1 5000 persons made pilgrimage to the shrine of our Lady of Martyrs, at Au- riesville yesterday, including a large delegation of priests and deacons from Philadelphia congregations, from St. Mary's Church, Amsterdam, from Sa- cred Heart Church, Tribes Hill, and from St. Cecelia's Church, Fonda. Rev. Father Dewey, of Philadelphia, took part in the religious exercises, which were conducted under large tent.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
NEW JERSEY WoRkiNoMEN,
The State Federation of Labor In Session
 at Jersey City.

The state Federation of Labor In Session
 at Jersey City.
 JERSEY CITY, N J., Aug. 1a-The twelfth annual congress of the Now Jersey State Federation of Trade and Labor Unions opened in this city today Nearly all the lrbor unions in the State are represented, each union being en- titled to three delegates for 100 mem- bers.
 An address of welcome to the dele- gates was delivered by Mayor Cleveland
 According to the official call "busi- ness of vital importance will be submit ted to the congress, and report of the work of the Legislative Committee will be given.''
 Among the questions to be brought up are the reduction of the hours of labor, the amendment of the State Factory law, the legal prohibition of Pinkerton- ism in the State, and ballot reform.
 During the past few years there has been remarkable progress In the work of labor organizations in this State, but the Legislative Committee of the con- gress has expressed it's regret that many of tho most important labor measures were strangled at the last ses. sion Of the State Legislature"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
ANOTHER OCEAN RACE.
The Teutonic and City of Now York VII
 Have Another Contest.


 The Teutonic and City of Now York Wiu
 Have Another Contest.
 NEW YORK, Aug. 10.-The Teutonic and the City of New York are to try conclusions again. This time the course will be laid from Sandy Hook to Roche's Point, at the entrance of Queenstown harbor, Promptly at 1880 o'clock next Wednesday afternoon the Inman ship will turn her prow seaward. At 3 o'clock the Teutonic will start on her first eastward trip. The City of New York will proceed slowly, and both ships will pass Sandy Hook about the same hour. It is expected to be great contest if any kind of decent weather favors the big ships. That they will race is no secret. Of course neither Capt. Par. selles nor Capt. Land will admit it, but 1t is we'll known that each captain will sail with grim determination to take the pride out of his opponent
 Even at this early day wagers are be. ing made on the outcome of thesontest. Betting is now just the revsrse<of what 1t was before the westward trip, and al present the City of New York is con. spiovously the favorite. Both ships will be In better racing trim than during khelr recent trip.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Entertaining Editors,

DETROIT, Aug. 19..-The citizens exec utive committee for the entertainment of the National Editorial Association which meets in Detroit August 27-sO, have completed all arrangements. The visitors are to be entertained at Senator Palmer's log house, cx-Postmaster Gen eral Dickinson will give them a recep- tion. the Detroit International Fair and Exposition will entertain them at their buildings, and the committee have ar- ranged for boat rides and a banquet at the Star Island House, St. Clair Flats. The finance committee have raised a large amount of money to make the affair a success in all Its details.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
A BILLION DOLLAR TRUST.
An Englith Syndicate Proposes
 to Invade Our Homes.
WALL STREET AROUSED.

The startling announcement has now reached us that the English syndicate is to spread its fangs about an unSuspect- ing people and how far-reaching it will be in its consequences none but those m moderate circumstances can fully realize. They contemplate destroying the beauty of our homes by forming
 GREAT FURNITURE TRUST The result will be of course high prices. We have been always the enemy of high prices. Our push, energy and honest and business principles have reduced the prices Of furniture ill this country at least 30 per cent and we point with pride and confidence to our
 THIRTEEN HUNDRED AND SIXTY-NINE
 REGULAR CUSTOMERS to bear us out in this statement. The people who patrOniZe us are intelligent and know exactly what they are buying and the price they ought to pay. We don't advertise to sell goods at half price because honest intelligent people
 KNOW IT CAN'T BE DONE. We don't try to thieve by humbugging the people. We believe III telling the truth because it is by this means we have built up our immense business.
 AN ENGLISH SYNDICATE can do nothing against us because we own our establishment. We buy our goods for cash, thus saving all discounts and our facilities for handling goods are such that six men can do the work of ten.
 THE WATERBURY FURNI URE COMPANY,
 20 GRAND STREET. can defy all competition. We have the wealth and we know how to use it to the best advantage for our customers.
 CASH OR CREDIT. Twenty Grand street is the place, So don't forget the number; We'll meet you with cheerful face While on our styles you'll wonder. You won't be ''bored' to buy-now mind For liberty we treasure; Buy or not, as you're inclined, We'll wait on you with pleasure
 Shakespeare
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
French War Ships Not Welcome.

OTTAWA, Aug. 19.-The reason now assigned for the countermanding of the orders for the French squadron desig- hated to visit Quebec Is that the French Ambassador at London received a cour- teous intimation from Lord Salisbury that in the present condition of the public temper in Canada on the subject of French ascendancy in the Province of Quebec 1t might be undesirable to allow French war ships ts anchor in Quebec harbo
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
sIoo.ooo,ooo FOR BEER.
Mammoth Operations in America of Ric
 English Capitalists.


 English Capitalists.
 P1TTsBURG, Pa., Aug. l9.-J. J. O'Reilly. who is the representative in this city of the English Brewery Syn dicate, says that the capital stock of this syndicate Is s10O, GOO, 900 or more, and the syndicate will not make pur- chases of less than s1,O0O, ,OOO. None but old and established industries will be purchased. He states that the syndicate has al- ready closed deals of g, 900, 900 for three of the breweries in Pittsburg and Alle- gheny City, and all that was wanting in the matter was ratification by the com pany in London.
 Forty million dollars have already beeninvestod in America, a large share of 1t being in Philadelphia. Chicago, Denver and New York. There are at least three big English syndicates In America
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
ON HIS WAY HOME
Sullivan Greeted by Crowds,
 Cheers and BOnfires.
TO REACH NEW YORK TONIGHT.
as Feels Sore but Hopes to Escape Jail
 and Lead Better Life.

Vhe Champion Thinks that Kilrain VII Faro Badly-The Citizens of Rlchburs Build Bonfres in Honor of John L. New York Sports Surprised at the Sen tonce-Rumors that KIrain win Go te Canada-Jem Smiths BIuster.
 CINCINNATI, Aug. 1e.-After an un. event1u1 trip from Purvis, Miss, John
 l.. Sullivan reached town last evening
 the train being several hours late. Pro. prletor Clune, or the Vanderbilt Hotel,
 New York, who has so steadfastly stood
 by the champion since his arrest and accompanied him to Mississippi, was with the big slugger.
 The big fellow discussed his case, and plainly showed that he felt his convic- ton deeply. His conviction, and es- peclally the imposition of the extreme penalty by Judge Terrell, was a great surprise to the slugger, and he attrib- utes the fact of his being found guilty entirely to the second charge given to the Grand Jury, which almost forced upon them the finding of true bill. He had only words of praise for the Mississippians who stood by him.
 When his train reached Richburg he said Charles Rich was at the station with Q large party of friends. Bonfires were lit and cheers were given for the champion. At Meridian and other towns crowds met the train and cheered the champion as he passed through.
 Theonly part of his defense he did not like was the statement made In his behalf that Kilrain was the challenRinp Q party and had selected the battle ground, as he would not prejudice his case. Sullivan thought the sentence of one year in jail especially severe, be- cause he had willingly placed himself in the hands of the law. He could have crossed the ocean until his pursuit was ended He signed an indemnity bond before he left Purvis so as to protect his sureties should anything happen.
 John was in reminiscent mood be- fore he left on the II p. m. train. He said: "rll tell you one thing; When I get out of this trouble-if I ever do get out-1'm going to settle down and look out for the future. I'm done with all this monkey business. There's nothing in 1t. I didn't want to 20 into this fight, but had to. After that Mitchell scrap on the other side I had to begin life over again. had to whip Kilrain or lose my reputation; for if hadn't licked him I believe 1t would have broken my heart. I'm not going to jail If can prevent it, you bet; but if that sentence is affirmed I'll take my medicine like a man.
 Further, the champion said he meant no disrespect to the people of Missis- sippi, and 1t was case of fight or ac- knowledge himself coward when he went upon the field which the chal- longer had chosen. He thinks Kilratn will be convicted, as he will have a poorer legal defense than himself.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Jom smiths New Challenge.

LONDON, Aug. 1e.-Jem Smith has kept quiet till the cable announced that Sullivan had actually been convicted and that he is likely to go to prison. Now he comes forth with blare of trumpets, declaring that Sullivan Is afraid to meet him, and expressing his willingness to meet Slavin, the Aus tralian slugger, for the championship and s5,0oo a side. The opinion is sport ing circles here Is that Slavin can whip Smith,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Albert Edward Receives 8
 Present of $5O,OOO.
THE MONEY SENT IN A LETTER,
The Writer Took Pains to Leave No Olew
 to His Identity.
He is Sorry for the Prince on Account of Parliament's Action on the Grants-The German and Austrian Emperors Have Strengthened tho Existing AllIance-Sa- rah bernhardt's Husband Dead-French- men SymPathIze With Boulanger.

AAAeAA oy"P0Vhlze with bOuIanEer. LONDON, Aug. 19.-If the Queen and her royal offspring have been very much put out over the shameful way in which the Radicals opposed their modest request for more money, the Prince of Wales at least has something with which to soothe his lacerated feelings, as direct outcome of the agitation in stituted by the Radical members of Parliament and their supporters.
 The Prince has received an anony- nous letter in which the writer de- Plores the inconsiderate conduct of the dlsloyal Radicals, sympathizes with his Royal Highness in the unpleasant po- sltion in which their agitation placed him, and last, but by no means least, he gives proof of the sincerity of his sympathy by enclosing ten crisp, new Bank of England notes, each of the denomination of E1, 900.
 No name is eigned to the communica- ton, and the writer has been at such pains to avoid leaving any clew to his identity that no one is prepared even to guess who he can be. The Prince of Wales himself has no suspicion of any one, but in any event 1t is not likely that the police will be asked to inter- 1ere to drag this modest specimen of British loyalty from his anonymous re- treat.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Chicago Broweries GObbled In.

CHICAGO, Aug. 19.-It is learned that negotiations have just been completed by which the entire brewery interest of Chicago has been sold to syndicate of English capitalists. The negotiations were conducted by NIT. Heiser, who has heretofore been more prominent in Masonic circles than in business affairs. The purchase involves millions of dol lars and has been kept secret and is known only in Chicago to the parties directly interested.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
3O.OOO ODD FELLOWS.
Tho Big Gathering Expected at Columbus.
 Ohio. Next Month.

COLUMBUS. O.. Aug. 19.-One of the grandest assemblages of Odd Fellows ever seen on this continent will be that which will be witnessed in this city during the week beginning Septem- ber 16.
 The Sovereign Grand Lodge will then be in session, and the Patriarchs' MiN- tant, the uniformed portion of the order, will be here in numbers estimated at from six to ten thousand. It is thought that the grand procession will contain 1000 Odd Fellows in line.
 The Order of Rebekahs will also be in session and this meeting will attract many ladies. The drills of the uni formed divisions, for which prizes aggre- gating s7,O00 will be offered, will be an Important feature of the meeting. It is expected that several cities will make an effort to have the Sovereign Grand Lodge removed from Columbus.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
FOREST FIRES IN MONTANA.
A Section 60 by 100 Miles Burned In Tw o
 Days-sevcral Towns Threatened.

A Section 60 by 100 Miles Burned In Tw o
 Days-several Towns Threatened.
 HELENA, Mont, Aug. 19.-Forest fires which have been raging all over Mon tana for three weeks have destroyed hundreds of thousand dollars worth of timber and have reached alarming pro- portions.
 In two days the fire travelled over a section sixty miles wide and 100 miles in length. In Deer Lodge county the town of Georgetown is surrounded by fire, and strong wind brought the flames within five miles of Phillips burg.
 The mill of the Bimetallic Mining Company, is in great danger, and the fire is travelling toward it with great rapidity.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Sunday Ball Playing Stopped In Cincinnati.

CINCINNATI, Aug. 19.-The game sched- uled here yesterday with the Column bus club was not played. Mayor Mosby informed President Stern if he per mitted the game to be played he would arrest everyone connected with it. The Cincinnati club management are making preparations to play the rest of the games scheduled here on Sundays along the line of the Cincinnati, Hamilton and Dayton Railroad outside the city limits
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
SURPRISED AT THE ARREST,
Chlc1 Justice Fuller Considers that JuAtlc.
 Field Was but n Spectator.

Field Was but a Spectator.
 PITTsBURG, Aug. 19.-Chief-Justice Fuller passed through Pittsburg on the limited last night from Cresson Springs, Pa, whore he left his two daughters, on his way to Chicago. When asked about the killing of ex-Judge Terry he said:
 'I had heard that Terry had uttered threats against Justice Field, but I did not know of them personally I was surprised when I heard that Justice Field had been arrested.
 Fl cannot see what he had to do with the murder any more than other spec tators Judge Sawyer has issued a habeas corpus, and Justice Field will no doubt be released"c
 He said Justice Field was man not to bc deterred by threats, but would dc his duty under all circumstances
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Weather Indications,

WASHINGTON, Aug. 19.-For New England: Fair; warmer except in western Massachu- setts; stationary temperature: southwesterly winds.
 For Eastern New York and Now Jersey Fair; warmer, except in Northern New York; stationary temperature; southerly winds.
 For Western New York: Fair. followed by AgAt local showers on l1ises: slightly warmer; souAhwesterly winds.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Democrats at SaratoRa.

SARATOGA. Aug. 1s.-Already the Democratic politicians are here for the committee meeting. Itis probable that the committee will call the convention to meet at Saratoga September IS. It is rumored that Tammany Hall will de- mand an increased representation in the convention by reason of its recent political successes. This will be stub. bornly opposed by the County Demoo- raCV,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Killed in n SRlnon.

WH.KEsBARRE, Pa., Aug. 19.-DurinR quarrel in a saloon at Pittston, Edward Tates struck Thomas Shell in the neck, telling him to the floor. Shell died 3 moment later, his neck having been broken. He was a well-known reside dent of PAttston. Tates is under arrest.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
The Scripps Party Again Entertained.

PARIS, Aug. 1e.-The Scripps League of American Workman were again en- tertained by the Paris Municipality at banquet whose guests also included forty French and twenty Spanish work men visiting the Paris Exhibition. Later the party was taken in carriag es to view many of the famous sights of the city
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Several Persons Injured.

LINCOLN, Neb., Aug. 19.-Yesterday an incoming passenger train on the Burlington and Missouri Railway was derailed two miles from the city. A broken brake beam threw switch open and two cars were hurled down a high Eighteen persons were injured more or less seriously, but all may recover.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
The Great Sealing Contest,

LONDON, Aug. 1e.-Searle, the Aus trallan oarsman, is laid up with an ab- soess of the jaw. O'Connor is working himself into splendid form by daily practice with Wallace Ross and Lee. Ills packers are quite satisfied with his work and condition. Still Searle re, mains the favorite, the betting being. two to one. Interest in tho contest Is increasing, and there are prospects of . tremendous crowd
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
The Germany and Austria Alliance.

LONDON, Aug. 19.-It is reported from Berlin that the conferences thsre. in which the two Emperors and their Min tsters have saken part, have resulted in very material modification of the alli- ance existing between Germany and Austria. Heretofore the treaty between the two powers provided for joint action only in case either was attacked. The alteration just effected in the treaty makes 1t obligatory upon either power to come to the assistance of the other when its vital interests are menaced. This modification is a marked strength ening of the existing alliance.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Britain Gan Have Hiln.

NEW YORK, Aug. 1e.-The trial oi Peter Lynch, the sailor who killed the mate of the steamer Morand at Manga nilla, Cuba, has been concluded. The accused will bo held for extradition by the British Government, the prisoner meanwhile to remain In the custody of the Sheriff.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Mormon Missionaries Attacked.

ELLENBoRo, w. Va., Aug. 1.-Two Mormon elders named Devoir and Shtnn attempted to hold meeting at Pine Grove, this county, last night. The crowd attacked the missionaries with clubs, stones and rotten eggs, and they were badly beaten and their clothes ruined. Shinn has severe cut on the head.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-08-19
Sanitary Engineers Appointed.

WASHINGTON, Aug, 1e.-The President has appointed Rudolph Herring, of New York City, Samuel M. Gray, of Provi- dence, R. l.. and F. P. Stearns, of Bos- ton, to be Sanitary Engineers, to ex- anime and report upon the system Of sewerage in the District of Columbia. as provided by 0 law passed during the last session of Congress.