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Huntsville gazette., 1889-01-05

THE remains of the late General John
A. Logan were, on the 26th, removed from
their temporary resting place, where they
nave been for the past two years guarded
oy United States soldiers, and placed in
'e mortuary chapel built by Mrs. Logan
at the National Soldiers Home at Wash
ton
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
A PROMINENT MAN MURDERED.
Hon. J. w. Clayto Contestant for R Seat
 in Congress, Shot Down.

Hon. J. w. Clayton, Contestant for Seat
 in Congress, Shot Down.
 LITTLE ROCK, Ark, Jan. 31.-Hon. John NJ. Clayton was aSsassinated ill the most cowardly manner at Plummerville Clayton was at Plummerville for the purpose of look ing up evidence in the contest he had begun against the Hon. Clifton R. Breckinridge for a seat in the Fifty-first congress from the Second Arkansas district He was standing at a window in his boarding house, when some one outside fired at him. The weapon used was a shotgun loaded with bird shot, The charge entered Clay tons head. He sank to the floor, dying instantly. It was thought at first that lamp had exploded, until Clay ton was seen to fall and some one called out, He is killedw
 The excitement was intense. The little vil- lage was aroused, crowds of people focked to the hotel, and search was made for the assassin, but no trace of him could be found. Excite ment is still at fever heat.
 John Nj. Clayton lived at Pine Bluff, Jeffer- son county, where he owned a large planta- tion. He was a brother of Gen. Powell Clay ton. He was about 45 years of age.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31

NEW JERSEY LEGISLATURE.
The Senate Has n Light Day-Rnls Q
 General Interest in the House.

The Senate Has n Light Day-Rnls of
 General Interest in the House.
 TRENTON, Jan S1.-The redistricting measures are now the topics agitating the members of the legislature On Monday night these will be considered in joint caucus, and the decision of each county will be adopted.
 But little business was transacted by the senate, which adjourned to Monday evening.
 In the house bills were introduced author izing common councils to increase the salaries of city surveyors and city counsel; permitting cities to appoint fifteen additional policemen each year; taking away the confirming power of the common council of Newark and giving the mayor the power of appointing police and five commissioners, who shall have the exclu- sive power of appointing subordinates; to repeal the police tenure of office law.
 The bill providing for county superin- tendent of county buildings was favorably reported. Speaker Hudspeth censured the committees for unduly holding back bills, and urged them to act more promptly in the future, and thus prevent the house adjourn ing for want of work.
 It was announced by Mir. Heppenheimer that public hearing would be given by the judiciary committee, to whom had been re ferred Mr. Kane's ballot reform bill, on next Wednesday afternoon.
 Senate bill No. 50, which takes the appoint ment of superintendents of public instruction from the state board of education and puts it i'll the hands of the governor, by the advice of the senate, and legislates Superintendent Fuller out of office when his successor is ap- pointed, was reported by the committee on revision of laws, and ordered to a third read
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
CABINET PERPLEXITIES.

MT. Allison Still Hesitating and Being
 Urged Even by Other Cnndidates-Nu-
 merous Callers at the Harrison Home.
 WASHINGTON, Jan. 3l.-Senator Allison and Mir. Blaine have had a conference which lasted several hours and took place at the residence of MT. Hit, of Illinois, The par ticulars have not been learned by any one, but it is known that Allison reviewed with Mir. Blaine what had passed between the president-elect and himself in reference to the personnel of the cabinet of which Mir. Blaine is to be tho head.
 It is understood from a source close to MT. Allison that he left Indianapolis without hay ing yielded to the arguments used by Mir. Harrison to overcome his reluctance to leave the senate and that he is still undecided in spite of tine persuasion of Mir. Blaine at the conference above mentioned. MT. Allison de sires to be candidate for the succession to MT. Harrison, and holds that his best course is to remain in the senate, unless he can have ample assurance from the president-elect that he will not be a candidate for renomination.
 Both the Platt and the Miller people are said to be among those urging MT. Allison to accept the treasury portfolio. The story goes that inaslnuch as it is plain now that New York, through factional fighting, cannot se- cure the place, MT. Allison is most decidedly her second choice. It is pointed out that he is a big man in the party councils, and that neither Mir. Platt nor Mir. Miller would be ill the slightest degree huniliated by being passed over for him. He likewise goes ahead of them in length of public service, and his | attachments are strictly ill the line of the 1 duties of the financial officer of the govern ment. The belief is strong here that Mir Al | lison will accept the place.
 INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. S1.-Mr. Harrison had | more than the usual number of out of town callers yesterday, and the interests of several | prominent gentlemen were presented for his l consideration. Senator Anthony Higgins of Delaware, was the first to arrive, and he lost time in going over to the residence of ! the president-elect The object of his visit was to give Harrison some advice regarding | the treatment of the border states and to suggest as we'll the name of Gen. Wilson for 6 cabinet position.
 The news that Blaine is very likely to be the secretary of state is not at all pleasing to l Indiana Republicans. Even Gen. Harrison: close friends were opposed to the man from Maine and hoped he could be kept out
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
PENNSYLVANIA LEGISLATURE.
Hills Reported and Bills Introduced in
 Both Branches.

Bills Reported and Bills Introduced in
 Both Branches.
 HARRISBURG, Jan. 31.-Among the bills in- troduc,d ill the senate were the following: Au- thorizing the appropriation of S2,00O, 600 each year to the public schools; relating to nomina- tions and elections, and to provide a com plete system of regulations therefor.
 The senate concurred with the house in the resolution to appoint committee, consisting of four senators and five representatives, to meet like committees from the New Jersey legislature and select and common council of Philadelphia, to make inspection of that DOT tion of the Delaware river that may be affected by the river and harbor bill.
 The following bills were reported favorably in the house: To prevent the taking or killing of song birds; permitting driving park agri- cultural associations to sell pools on races; to make appropriations for Che maintenance of the soldiers orphans schools for the years lSSS-S9
 The intermunicipal bill for the incorpora- ton of cities of the third class was reported from committee with amendments and made a special order for second reading for to-day and on third reading and final passage to- morrow.
 Bills were introduced as follows: To tax dogs, and for the protection of sheep; three bills providing for the election of constable, supervisors of elections, and judges and in spectors of elections for thre years; to abol- ish days of grace on all promissory notes, bills of exchange, drafts, checks, and all paper upon which days of grace are now allowed; to protect the life and limb of per sons employed in the construction of new buildings (to compel builders to put up such projections will prevent bricks or
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
New York Legislature.

ALBANY, Jan. S1.-The most important bills introduced in the senate were Mr. Lang bien's concerning the code of criminal pro cedure brought out by the Cleary poodle trial in New York, amending the law govern ing the eligibility of persons to servo on juries: and that of Mir. Crosby, that the superintendent of state prisons report to the senate within ten days the effect, mental and physical, of last years prison law upon con- victs. In the house important amendments to the state libel laws were introduced. At the evening session the bill of the excise com mission regarding the sale of liquor was savagely assailed by representatives of the apti-saloon Republicans
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
A Sharp Game of Law.

NEW HAVEN, Jan. SI-An incident unpre- cedented in thehistory of civil procedure oo- cured in the superior court. Maria Card, . widow, obtained judgment to recover S, POD from Enos Foote, who, Mrs. Card alleged, had appropriated bond she had given him to care for, to his own use. Two minutes after the verdict the judgment was attached by Mrs. Foote, who claims &, 900 damages from Mrs. Card for alienating the affections of her husband. The object of the suit is to enablo Mir. Foote to avoid paying the judgment
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
A Weather Bureau for New York,

ALBANY, Jan. 31.-The state weather bu- reau, which Mir. Enz's bill aims to establish, with headquarters at Cornell university is similar to those already existing in nearly thirty states of the Union, and now being ad- vocated in two others. One of its objects is to distribute more effectively than is other wise possible the Washington forecasts among the rural populace. Another is to cover the state with volunteer observers, whose reports on rainfall, heat and cold will be of much use to the national bureau as we'll as to the farm CTS, physicians, country tadesmen and sum- mer resort proprietors of this state
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
Who Did San Francisco Electa

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. S1.-The recount of the vote for congressman in the Fifth district has been completed in seventy-six out of eighty city precincts, and thus far Phelps (Rep), who was defeated on the official fig ures by 51 votes, has gained 3S9 and needs but II more to elect him in place of Clunee Dem.) Clunee will probably demand a recount of the county districts also, and this may re- verse the situation again.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
NO CHANGE IN BROOKLYN.

A Quiet Day, Unmarked by any Riotous
 Outbreak.
 BROOKLYN, Jan. S1.-Six days have the people of Brooklyn who reside along the route of Deacon Richardson's surface lines either walked or patronized the "L" roads Though it had been repeatedly declared that yesterday the railroad magnate would start the frs. ear not wheel was turned. Tho deacon argued that he did not possess sufficient police protection to warrant the attempt. The mayor and Police Commissioner Bell insisted, on the other hand that they were fully pre- pared to provide all the help required As an earnest, Inspector Mclaughlin, with 125 bluecoats, marched to the stables at Atlantic and Third avenues in the afternoon and in- formed Treasurer Frost that he and his men were ready to afford any amount of proteo- ton should the company desire to move a car to South ferry and back. MT. Frost hesitatsd 8 moment, and then expressed the opinion that it would be decidedly unsafe.
 The strikers congregated about the various depots all day and watched things. They maintained an exceedingly orderly delneanor. They gathered on street corners and cracked jokes about the deacon and poked fun at the police, but not a single case of violence directly attributable to them was reported.
  was regarded as refecting the utmost credit on the men who object to working ten or twelve hours daily for $171 or less.
 The depots of the company were strongly guarded by the police. At the Ninth avenue station ten non-union men cared for the 26S horses quartered there. Supplies reached them under strong police escort. Foreman Murray had been trying several days to get out and see his wife, who had just given birth to child The strikers assured him that they would not molest him. He would not trust them, however, and has yet to lay his eyes upon his heir
 Six non-union men relieved the Bergh em- ployes at the Seventh avenue stables during the morning, while a detail of ten, looked after the nags at the Fifth avenue depot.
 A little excitement was created at the At lantic avenue stables when it became known that the men were to be paid of. dun- dreds of them embraced the opportunity to get their Eve days wages. No disorderly acts were committed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
wholesals Indictment. In Indiana.

INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 31.-The Federal grand jury made another partial report adding eighty-sight indictments to the number al- ready returned, and making grand total of 165. Of this number but four have been re. turned for effenses other than against the election laws. It is said that Dudley has not been indicted. Deputy Marshal Ward made five arrests in this county. The parties ar rested are Samuel Hume, Frank Mathis, J. N. Cotton, Marshal Honngsworth and Frank Noble Cotton was a member of the legisla- ture from this county several years ago, and is a rich and influential farmer. Hollings- worth is a merchant ill New Augusta, thi. county, and is deputy postmaster. The others are farmers, and all are men of prominence in this community
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
Mira, Rawsou Acuuftted.

CHICAGO, Jan. sl.-On the last day of the trial of Mrs. Rawson for the shooting of Lawyer Whitney in the court room last July, chairs and benches were lugged into Judge Tuthilrs court room and placed wherever there was room for them in order to accom- modate the well dressed throng, mostly women, who wanted to witness the closing scenes. Attorney Clews occupied most of the day for the defense, roundly denouncing the states attorney, Elliott, making a speech that brought tears to the eyes of the prisoners sentimental friends. The verdict in the Raw son case was guilty of murderous assault, but insane and irresponsible at the time;" in effect acuuittal
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
FloQuet Will Stick.

PARIS, Jan. sl.-M. Floquet, in receiving the bureau of the extreme left, said that he had considered the advissbility of resigning, but had abandoned the idea, deciding to face the intrigues and attacks of his opponents. He said he would ask the chamber for vote of confidence. He was prepared to net ener- getically and would introduce immediately bill increasing the stringency of the code relating to attacks upon the constitution and the public laws; also measure affecting the press law
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
Empire Order of Mutual Aid.

ROCHESTER,, N. Y., Jan. Sl.-Plans to adopt graded system of assessment and create q reserve fund were defeated at the session oi the Empire Order of Mutual Aid. Grand officers were elected as follows: President John Nj. Steele, Rochester; vice president, A c. Rich, Saratoga; secretary, c. E. Daven port, Troy; treasurer, John B. Schlund, Buff falo; trustee for three years, Charles w. Mead, Albany; trustee, short term, Georg. W. Whitehead, Suspension Bridge; medica examiner, Dr. H. M. Dayfoot, Rochester
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
The Fire Was an Evil Omen.

SHANGHAI, Jan. S1.-An imperial decree forbiddmg the farther extension of the Tientsin railway has been issued as result of declaration by the imperial astrologers that the recent fire in the amperor's palace at Pekin was an evil omen, and should be in- terpreted as a warning against the adoption of western inventions.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
Called to New York,

BALTIMORE, Jan SI-The Rev. A. C. Dixon, pastor of the Immanuel Baptist church, this city, who became famous a year ago by his attacks upon the Catholic church, has received and accepted a call to the pastor ate of the Fifth Avenue Baptist church, in New York city.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
His Guilt Paralyxed Him.

ELIZABETH, Jan. S1.-George J. Ryan, 6 well known real estate broker of Elizabeth was convicted in the police court of running Mary Somers, domestic in his employ. Ryan tried to send the girl out of the country, and failing ill that he wanted to compromise the case with money. Broker Ryan is 45 years old, and when he took the stand his courage failed him. He became completely helpless and was unable to say anything to vindicat< himself. He seemed stunned by the affair. The jury were out only fifteen minutes, wher they brought in verdict of guilty
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
A Jersey Drummer Mistaken for

A jersey Drummer MtStAken Tor hNrr16On
 CHICAGO, Jan. 31.-There was considerable excitement around the Grand Opera house last night, occasioned by the report that President-elect Harrison had come secretly te Chicago and was witnessing the performance of "Erminie" from an obscure seat. Manager Hamlin heard the report several times and finally believing it was so, hustled around te find the distinguished gentleman to offer him his private box. But Mir. Harrison could not be found It turned out that a drumme, from New Jersey, who is an exact counter part of Mir. Harrison, was the innocent causs ef the temporary excitement
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
Tho Oklahoma Boom ers.

ST. LOUIS, Jan. 31.-The latest reports from the Indian territory are that the United States soldiers who were recently stationed al Oklahoma City have returned to Fort Gill and that some fifteen families of 'boomers' have crossed the Canadian river and entered Oklahoma, and that others.are following. Ii is also stated that quite a number of settlers have been in the territory for some time, and they are now breaking up land and prepar ing to cultivate it.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
Senator Berry Re-elected.

LITTLE ROCK, Ark, Jan. S1.-The legis. lature, in joint convention, elected James K. Berry to succeed himself in the United States senate. The vote was: Berry, 1O3, Powell Clayton, 14; Isom P. Langley, 5; Thomas Fletcher, I; K. w. Rector, 1.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
Kenna's Chancss Waning.

CHARLESTON, w. Va, Jan. s1.-Several leading Democrats who have been known as Kenna men are now predicting his defeat, and the opposition to him claim his name will be withdrawn in few days unless he is elected, which they say is impossible. He still maintains that his chances are good.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
Found Un.lor tho Wheels,

GOSHEN, N. r., Jan. 3l.-John Cullen, d Chester, aged 28 years, was found under the pilot of the engine of the Middletown express at this station. It is supposed he fell beneath the wheels of a coal train and was subse quently picked up by the express train.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
GERMANY DECLARES WAR.

Probability That All Snmoans Will Unite
 with Mataafa. AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Jan. 31-Sa- moan advices say that the Germans have de- clared war against Mataafa, and that proba, bly, all the Samoans will join against the Germans
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
Death of V Minister.

BALTIMORE, Jan. Sl.-The Rev. Dr. Will jam F. Ward, pastor of the Madison Square M E. church, and one of the most prominent members of the Baltimore conference, died last night, aged 51 years
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
Harvard Challenges Columbia-

BOSTON, Jan 3l-The Harvard freshman's crew have challenged the Columbia freshmen to an eight pared two mile race at New Lon don in June
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
Look at the U. $. & Co.'S window filled with pants for $40 and $500. Perhaps others sell equal value.
It May Be So But You Will
 Doubt It!

Boys and Children's Pants 29c. 49c, 69c, 95c. In patterns, in quality and make they are superior to any thing shown in Waterbury.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31

Another Snow-Alley Development.
 BOSTON, Jan. 3L-Judge Aldrich, of tho supreme court, has overruled the motion fol a new tnal in the celebrated Snow-Alley case
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31

Ancient Order of Foresters. The endowment rank of the Ancient Order of Foresters has paid in benefits since its or ganization, Sept 1, 1887, $27S250
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
A ph,ladeluhian,s Purchase.

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. H.-Joseph c. Simp son has sold his stallion Antevolo to Robert Steele of PhiladalnhiA tor t12 on
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31

WASHINGTON, Jan. 3l.-Advanced returns from thirty of the largest postoffices in the country show their gross postal revenue to be- for the quarter ending Dec 3l, 1888, S5, ,69l,- O93 93-an increase of per cent over the re- ceipts of the corresponding quarter of the last fiscal year. For the quarter ending Sept 30, 1SSS, the receipts of these thirty offices aggre- gated S4, ,S99, ,701. Tan increase of 93 per cent over the business of the same quarter of the previous year. At this rate of increase the gross revenue of the postoffice department, including money order receipts, for the whole of the current fiscal year will be S5S, 40 SO3, which is nearly million dollars in excess of the departments previous estimates.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
The Bismarck Dynasty.

LONDON, Jan. 31.-The Contemporary Re view publishes an article entitled "The Bis marck Dynasty" which bears no signature, but which is attributed to Sir Moren Mac kenzie, and is supposed to be inspired by the Empress Frederick. It is probable that the article will create a sensation It opens with a reminder that the chancellor cannot live long. The American minister at Berlin, the article says, five years ago remarked with surprise that Prince Bismarck was preparing no one to succeed him. Tho chancellor, walk ing suddenly to this idea, set about developing Count Herbert Bismarck Then the article reviews Count Herbert's personal history in no complimentary style.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
It's a Fact and Cannot Be
 Doubted!

Also what U. s. lG Go have left of those $9.OO and $12.OO Mems Sack and Cutaway Suits are big bargain. Try one.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-01-31
JERSEY BOARD OF AGRICULTURE

Large Attendance and Evidence of In-
 creased Interest.
 TRENTON, Jan. 31.-The state board of agriculture is holding its annual session in the supreme court room, at the state house Presi- dent Edward Burrough occupies the chair, and there is large attendance of prominent agri- culturistS.
 The report of the executive committee at yesterdays session showed an increased in- terest on the part of the farmers of the state. A short synopsis of the reports of county boards which was read contained important suggestions and statistics to guide the work of the state board.
 A large number of resolutions bearing upon legislation in the interests of agricultural pur- suits were offered and referred to commit tees. P H. Jacobs, editor of The Poultry keeper, read paper on "The Poultry Inter ests of New Jersey" and Lieut.. McGann, U S. A, upon Our State Weather Service. ' The session will continue tomorrow.