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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
IN SECRET C0NCLAYE
The Sir Knights Commence the
 Work of the Encampment.
THE IOWA TROUBLE TAKEN UP
The Rebellious Members from that State
 Excluded from the Session.

The Iowa Knights Indignantly Withdrew.
 Grand Master Roome Recommends Se
 lccttng Ascension Day n Day Of Com
 memoration md Religious Services by
 the Order Throughout the Country.
 WASHINGTON, Oct. 0.--The Grand En- campment of Knights Templar began its session immediately upon arriving at the Masonic Temple at the close of the parade yesterday afternoon. Mir. Myerson NJ. Parker delivered an ad- dress of welcome on the part of the To- cal committee, and introduced District Commissioner Douglas, who welcomed them ill behalf of the city. To both ad- dresses Grand Master Roomc responded and this closed the public exercises.
 The encalnpment then began its busi- ness iE secret conclave. The Iowa trouble immediately loomed up and a resolution was offered excluding the members from that State from the ses- sion. This resolution was carried and tho Iowa members somewhat iDdig- nant1y withdrew.
 of the Order, had declared the Iowa Commandery and it's members in re- bellion. had nothing to do with offering this resolution, but simply placed it be- fore the convention. It is authorita- lively stated to-day that he took no side in the matter during the discussion of the resolution.
 Tho annual address of Grand Master Roome, who presided over the session, was then read. His address opened with reference to tho Knightly dead during tho past three years Herccom- mended selecting Ascension Day as a day of especial commemoration and re- ligious services by the Order throughout the country. He then devoted great deal of space to the Iowa troubles, re- viewing the whole matter from begin ming to end. He said tho Grand Com mandery of that State had attempted to nullify the deliberate will of tho Grand Encampment and, though still profess ing loyalty to tho Grand Encampment and the Constitution, Its deeds had be- lied its empty words.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
fHE EPISCOPAL CONVENTION.
6I SOUTH MAIN STREET.

Trustees orthe General Theological senin-
 ary and Miscellaneous Business.
 NEW YORK, Oct. 0.-The result of the Episcopal Conventions Executive ses- sion of the House of Delegates yester- day was the immediate confirmation of the Rev Drs. w. X. Leonard, of Wash ington, and Thomas F. Davies, of Phila- delphia, as Bishops of the Southern Ohio and Michigan dioceses, respectively. The house then listened to further discussion of judicial systems relating to the institution of an appellate court by tho committee.
 The committee appointed to nominate tho Trustees of the General Theological Seminary have named the following: Rev. Drs. Dawes, of Pennsylvania; Colt, of New Hampshire; Astwild, of Ohio; King, of Long Island; Mills, of New Jersey, and w. II. Burgwin, of North Carolina.
 The appointment of joint commit tee to examine the condition of the colored people in the South is as fol- lows: Rev. Drs. Philip Brooks, of Bos- ton: Bud, of Florida; Springfellow, of Alabama; Gray, of Tennessee; Vibbert, of Chicago; Mcconnell, of Louisiana; Wilbur, of Maryland; Stotsenhurg, of Indiana; Morgan, of Now York, and Wilder, of Minnesota.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
AN ELECTRIC SHOCK.
An Employc While Repairing Wires Falls
 to tke Pavement and is Killed.

An Enployc While Repairing Wires Falla
 to tl,e Pavement and Is Killed.
 NEW YORK. Oct 9.-Charlcs Edmond, an employe of the Manhattan Electric Light Company, while repairing wires in front of 155 Grand street. fell to the pavement, crushing his skull and break ing his neck. It is supposed that he received Q shock, causing him to relax his hold and fall, but the exact cause of the accident Is not yet determined.
 Two men who wore working with Edmond refuse to say word about the matter. Edmond was about 40 years old and leaves a widow and child. He had the reputation of being a careful workman =
 Mayor Grant to-Iay called the atten- ton of tho Board of Electrical Control to the numerous deaths recently caused by electric light wires, and urged the adoption of preventive measures. Tho companies arc invited to make any sug- gestions they see fit, -
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
MUST GO TO JAIL.
Judge Pugh Gives Editor Allen 0. Myers
 Another Term In the Cooler.

Judge Pugh Gives Editor Allen 0. Myers
 Another Term In the Cooler.
 COLUMBUS, O., Oct. 9. Allen o. Myers, of the Cincinnati Enquirer" was sen. fenced yesterday by Judge David F. Pugh of the Common Pleas Court to Is days in jail and fine of. e25O for con- tempt of court. f...- l.!
 The contempt was in Myers publish ing in the Enquirer" year ago last spring caustic article on Judge Pugh during the trial of Montgomery, ono of the Franklin county persons indicted for the tally-sheet election forgeries, of whom Mir. Myers was one. Myers was subsea auently tried before Judge Pugh on change of venue toMadison county and there acquitted by jury.
 Judge Pugh once before sentenced Myers for this contempt to jail for 90 days and a fine of $a5Q, but the Supreme Court, on some error it the proceedings, remanded tho case back for Q new hear
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
DEMPsEY's QUICK WORK.
Tommy Warren Tackles the Nonpareil at
 the Wrong Time.

SAN FnANcIsco, Oct. 9.-Tcmmy Warren met Jack Dempsey in a saloon yesterday and asked in an insolent way If Dempsey had called him a coward and fakir. Dempsey said yes. Thereupon Warren led with his right for the Nonpareirs face, but fell short. Dempsey sprang up and in half a dozen blows stretched Warren on the floor in Q demoralized condition, so that his packer had to carry him out of the sa- loon.
 The Supervisors at their next annual meeting will adopt all ordinance requir- ing all clubs which give boxing matches to pay ss,OOO yearly license. This practically wipes out all the organiza- tions except the California Athletic Club, which alone is able to pay this heavy tax and bids fair to have a mon- opo1y of slugging matches. Five-ounce gloves are the lightest which will bo permitted.
 The unknown who has been matched against the Marine is said to be Toff Wall, tho English middleweight cham OiOn
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
10th Engines Were Smashed.

SMETHPoRT, Pa., Oct. 9.-Another col 1ision occurred on the Western New York and Pennsylvania Railroad yes- terday. this time between two heavy freight trains on the Clermont division at Hamlln, about ten miles from here. One train had gone by the station with another train. A terrible wreck ensued, both engines were smashed, and eight freight cars demolished. The crews saw the danger in time to jump and they all escaped.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Death of Judge Bunce, Aged 1os.

PoRr HURON, Mich, Oct. a.-Judge at his homo in this township yesterday Had he lived until November IA next ho would have. been 102 years old. His. full name was Zephania Webster Bunce. He was born at Hartford. Conn.,, November 14, 17S7. The famous Charter Oak stood on what was the original Bunce farm. Judge Bunce occupied many public of fees, being on the bench of the County Court in 1884, and for 15 years there after, and was member of the Territo- rial Legislature from 1891 to 1894.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Lawn Tennis Officers.

NEW HAVEN, Conn, Oct. g, The Lawn Tennis Association elected officers as follows: President, Campbell, of Colum- bia; vice-president, Shaw, of Harvard secretary, Huntington. of Yale. The Wright X Ditson ball was adopted, and it was voted to hold next years tourna- ment in this city. Tho association has decided to offer a $500 cup to be held each year by the college winning first place, and to become the property of the college first winning seven first prizes
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
SchOOnerx Sunk.

NANTUcB EFT, Mass, Oct. 9.-A two masted schooner is sunk, bearing north, one-half west from Great Point, we'll over to tho cape shore. Another schooner, three-masted, is ranging a little north of Pollock River with head gear all gone, blue flag from main-top mast head, and the American ensign in her rigging.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Mike M.Dona,d.s Wife Returns.

NEW YORK, Oct. 9.-Mrs. Michael McDonald' wife of the famous Chicago politician and sporting man, who dis appeared from Chicago on July 24 last, at the same time as the Rev Father Joseph Moysant of Notre Dame Church, IS at the Fifth Avenue Hotel. She ar rived on the steamship City of Chicago, travellng under her maiden name, M. Noonan
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Tho Genesee Conference.

LocKPoRr, N. Y., Oct. e.-The Gen. esee Conference yesterday adopted strong prohibition document without discussion. J. F. Gracey, of Buffalo, was appointed tract agent of the confer ence. F. H. Root, of Buffalo, was elected trustee for Syracuse University and trustee of Genesee Wesleyan Sem mary. Tho next conference will be held at Bradford, Pa.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Lottery Sharks Arrested.

DENVER, Col, Oct. 9.-A. c. Johnson and J. H. Boyd, who have been sending out lottery circulars under the style of A. c. Ross & Co. and the Denver State Lottery Company, alleging that thevar- ious large and small prizes would be drawn October 15, have been arrested for illegal use of the mails. F..
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
An Erie Flsherman's Body Found.

DUNK1RK, N. Y.. Oct 9-The body of Timothy Kreider, an Erie fisherman,
 who disappeared from this place last Saturday night, and whose whereabouts were unknown, was recovered from the water yesterday by member of the Erie Fishing Club while trying to re- cover a fire shovel lost overheard from their boat. How the accident occurred is mystery, as no boat has been found.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09

A Mothers Horrible Usc of Carbollo Acid.
 CHICAGO, Oct, 9.-Mrs. Fritz Katz, of 443 Belden avenue, poured a quantity of carbolis acid down the throat of her six-weeks-old babe and took big dose herself. Both died in few mom snts. Mrs. Katz was in poor health and was probably insane when she committed The crime ..-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09

PRovINcETowN, Mass, Oct 9.-The schooner Alice, Captain Chase, sailed trip to the Cape of Good Hope. The vessel was given fine send of, the fish ing fleet in the harbor being gaily dec- orated guns wore fired and three rous- Ing cheers given as the schooner sailed ont
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Hawaiins Favor Annexation,

SAN FRANCISCO, Cal, Oct. 9.-Private letters from Honolulu received in this city indicate increased discontent with the manner in which the affairs of the kingdom are being conducted, and growing feeling in favor of the annexa- tion of Hawaii to. the United States. Since the revolution of June 80, 1887, everything on the islands. and princi- Pally its public and private policy, has been shaped to strengthen British influences
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
A Victory for Irish Tenants.

> DUBLIN, Oct. 9.-There Is great re- loicing' among the tenants on the Knockagnee estates of Sir James Mackay, where the Plan of Campaign. which was vigorously enforced for some months, has finally resulted in a complete victory for the tenants. The landlord has given notice that all their demands would be conceded.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Killed by an Express Train.

BOSTON; Oct. 9.-Yesterday carriage in which Thomas F. Burbank, aged 56, Superintendent of the Bay State Brick Company, was driving over Fitchburg Railroad crossing in North Cam bridge, wes struck ana shattered by the inward bound express. Mir. Burbank was in stantly killed. He leaves a widow and two sons. The horse was also killed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
No Brcak In the Senatorial Dea sll o ok.

UTICA, N. Y., Oct. 9.-This was the third day of tho 53d District Republi- can Senatorial Convention and 25O bal lots have been taken. The three candi- dates-Mr. Sheardy. of Herkimer; Mr. Arnold, of Otsego, and Mir. Wilson, of Madison, are still in the field with six votes each. Congressmen Delano and Wilber and other leading Republicans are here endeavoring to break the dead lock. It may be several days before g conclusion is reached.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
The Scpttish Clans In,unct,on.

BOSTON, Oct. 9.-Judge Devons of the Supreme court decided that the iniuno- ton issued in Juno against the Order of Scottish Clans should be continued, re- straining it from doing an assessment business in the State. The injunction Is issued upon the application of the American Order of Scottish Clans hy whom it was alleged that the name was similar to that or the company making the application and therefore illegal under the State.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
"Do0." Applebee Arroated.

BOSTON, Oct. o." Doc" Applebee, a notorious gam bier, the keeper of house called the Cosmos Club in Boylston street which is largely frequented by Harvard students, was arrested yester- day on complaint of Thomas Pendergast, of Franklin Falls, who says he was en- ticed into the place and robbed of s35. Applebee was arraigned in the Munici- pal Court, and the case was continued until Friday.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
An Actors Sudden Death.

NEW YORK, Oct. 9.-Chas. B. Bishop, the actor who played a prominent role in the comedy "Lord Chumley," at the Lyceum Theatre, died while changing his costume in the dressing room after the first act last evening. E. H. South ern, the leading actor in the play, ap- peared before the curtain and announced MT. Bishops sudden death, and dis missed the audience. Mrs. Bishop, who was with her husband when he died, was prostrated by the shock.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Newark's City Election.

NEWARK, N. J., Oct 9.-Joseph K. Haynes was reelected Mayor of Newark for the fourth time yesterday by Dem ocratic majority of about 1,2O0. The Republicans retain control of the Coun- Gil by majority of two
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Private Secretary HQlfOrd Sick.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9.-Private Secre- tary Halford has been sick for some weeks with an intestinal trouble About two weeks ago he had sufficiently re- covered to be at his desk. but few days ago he had relapse and painful opera tion became necessary. He is now con- fined to his bed and will not be able to resume his duties for some time.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Carried Into Niagara's Whirlpool.

NIAGARA FALLS, Ont, Oct. 9.-Joseph Percy, of this place, while duck shoot ing yesterday on the Niagara River, @ short distance below the Maid of tho Mist Landing, broke one of his oars, and losing control of his boat was car ried down into the rapids and thence into the whirlpool where he was rescued by Frank Powell. Percy was taken to ths Whirlpool Hotel in dying condi- fiOn
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Still Hunting for Q Jury.

CHICAGO, Oct. 9.-Proceedings in; the Cronin case were resumed this morning by the examination of veniremen. The he had expressed an opinion. The va cancy caused by the resignation of Special 'Baili6 Shubert has not yet been
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Married While nvlnU

NEW YORK, Oct. 9.-Dr. Eastman, of concord, N. H., was married at the Stur- tevant House on Monday to Miss Dalzell Last night he died of umption. His wNe aAd intends started immediately tor Concord with the body.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Divorce CaaOa In Coure,

NEW YORK, Got. 9.-The Supreme Court Judges of this district have amended tho court rules so that here- after divorce suits where no defence Is interposed must be tried in court and not sent to referee. -.>~
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Fsn Out of Second story Window.

NEW YORK, Got. 9.-Louis Lutz, of Luss < Movins, the wealthy importers, who lives with his wife and children in bsth street, fell out of . second story window in the rear of his homo yes- tsFGAy and wes instsntly killed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
The Election in Indianapolis.

lNDIANAPoLIs, Oct. 9.-The Demo sfaes a7n elected their Mayor. Council and nnloermen yesterday. Judge Sullivan. Democrat. tor Mayor, defeated Gen. J. Cohurn by 1.6oo minority.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09

Connectiout's Omolal Vote.
 HARTFORD. Conn.,. Oot e.-The official returns, With . dozen towns to hear froY, give 24 ee4 majority against the prohabatofy Amendment.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
An Engineer Instantly Killed

WALDEN, Mass, - Oct. 9. Everett Clancy, aged S7, employed as engineer Ut Adams Bros mill here, was caught in the shafting yesterday and in stantly killed. He leaves Q widow and ono child, %f
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Ex-speahor Cole Defeated.

/. RocnRsrER, N. Y. Oct. o.-At tho
 eeth Ssnntoraal Distsiot Convention ct 0snevs yesterday Fremont Cole wes de- 01e9 2Anx 6ont1st.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
Missionaries on for Bombay.

NEW YORK, Oct 9.-A farewell recep- tion was rendered yesterday by promi- nent New York Presbyterians to twelve Presbyterian missionaries who sail to. day for Bombay in charge of Rev. C. B.. Newton, D. ID.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09

BOSTON, Oct. 9.-A fashionable audi ence witnessed the marriage ot Miss Apene Zela, the Swedish songstress, to Edward Achorn, Q young Boston lawyer, ct Trinity Church last evening. Rev. Phillips Brooks performed tho core
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
OUR CHECKERCO COLUMN
OCTOBER 3, 1889. Address all communications to J. T. DENVIR, Editor, 621 w. Fifteenth St., CHICAGO, ILL
CHECKERING,

Is at present out of Chicago He will, it is said, return again.
 Position No 137, by MT. James Labadle is unsound. He telegraphed us immediately after it appearing to hold it, as it allowed white win as follows: Black-12, 1a. Kings 15, p. White-2O. 21, 24, 26. King 14. Black to move MT. Labadie played 13-17 and secured draw by difficult play, overlooking that after 13-17 was played whites could reply with 26-23 and ruin the proposed draw
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09

A Conductor Run Over end Killed.
 PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 0.-H. J. Weaver, eged S4 of Trenton, a conductor, was 4un ovef and killed last night by Q Penda)Vap1a Railroad engine ct Moe town. tSU11yb of this ctS9.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09

Sir-In looking over the play correcting Mr Belden I find that at the eighth move of my variation (d) tho position is: Black-Kings II, 1915 9-6, 11-16, 24-oO and draw; but instead of s4-so play s7, 15.11. 7-1o. 1920, 24-1e. eo24 e-l 24-6. l.lo, and white wins. However, at eighth 6-12, 15-1O, and my draw is sustained. How does this catch MT. Belden for his fve-dollar priZe Yours very truly, JAMES LABADIE
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09

(a) Strongest move. Not given by Mr. James Labadie in his solution.
 (b) Corrects Variation and also Variation D of MT. Labadie's solution.
 While variation A of his play should be a draw he leaves it thus: Black kings-1l, 1Q 32 White-12. 2s. Kings - 14, 22 white to play 2s-26 32'27, 14-1S now wins for white beyond doubt and uncertainty.-BELDEN.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
NOTES AND CRITICISMS.

The correction of "Clousers Fife'' 24O on Game 2O3 has been given before in Woonsocket Reporter Game 359, by J. B. Purdon
 The 11-16 at (b) in Game 204 is claimed by J. Donaldson in Turf, 2637, October 29, 1886, as an actual loser, and was given as Position 1464
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09

La1NO A1SD LAO1 CONIROV ERSY.
 TO THE EDITOR:-I do not know what to mako of MT. Labadie's Position No. tS7 Know. ing him to be fine analyst, can't under stand why he should pile up so many errors in analyzing the position, unless, as sad before, he wants to bluff me and compel me to admit that black Is white. Fair and honorable con- troversy am always willing to indulge in consider it the life of Q checker column, But can't help thinking that while Labadie knows he is wrong on Position No. 115 he is unwilling to own up to it. Kindly gvo the following space in your excellent coIumn.-W. c. Belden,
 POSITION NO. 137
 whIasio hlaokis as ktngs ss l5 F. Black to move. 19..23 15..11 23..28 2631 w. wins 16. .l2(a IA. .1Ou 22.1S 1O15
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09
REFERENCE BOARD,

At the commencement of a game. the Black Men oc- cupy the squares umber- ed l to l2. the White Men those numbered 21 to g. Put the men on a board, number it as chart l; play over one of the games below twice, and then you can in one sense of the word consider yourself A checker player. Try it'll!
 Blacks always move first.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-10-09

(a) Many times and oft the editor ot this de- partment has played the black side, in fact at one timo the ''Will-o'- tho Wisp'' was a great favorite with us. If the whites adopt the play which we append, they, according to Prof. F. the game. We have always been inclined to think that the play on this line is not in every invite our critics to give it close and critical examination. Instead of 24-20 the Ahalyst
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Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1889-02-20
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Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1889-02-20
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