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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
A BIG MINING DEAL.
1t Involves Over a Million Dollars and
Ten Thousand Acres of Land.

CHICAGO, Aug. ga special from Kansas
City, Mo-, says: A big mining deal involving
more than s1,OO0.000 and embracing 10000
acres of mineral lands in and around joplin and
Webb City has just been consummated by o.
NJ. Towner in New York city. A forfeit of
s5o'O00 has been put up to bind the trade. The
property is to be operated by a syndicate of
New York, Kansas City and Joplin capitalists.
1t is probable that the capital stock will be
more than $1,000, 900. Major b. F. Jones and
0. NJ. Towner of this city, J. r. Hallibaush. G.
II. Hutchinson and I. A. McCieiland of Joplin
are the men who have been in New York form
ing the syndicate. J. r. Hallibaugh was the
mining expert who presented the possibilities
OF the property to the syndicate. He had spent
several months in an examination and his re-
port and profiles were extensive. The mines
are now being operated crudely but profitably,
and mere spot Of the 10000 acres is devel-
oped. With ample capital back of the enter
prise the lead and zinc output. it is thought
viii be enormously increased. 1t is proposed
to erect large smelling works and an electric
plant Of great power to operate machinery and
light the mines. The plant will probably be
the most extensive of any in the state
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

CHICAGO, Aug. "A 7Siouae special from
Indianapolis saws; The democratic politicians
IN Indiana are stili pursuing Col Dudley. and
Just nov they have a scheme for again attempt
ing 70 arrest HIM IL he comes inside the
boundaries of Indiana They still have in their
possession the warrant for his arrest which was
sworn out last fall. and IL is believed that the
Grand Army encampment at Milwaukee,
which he is expected 30 attend, will afford an
opportunity Tor the use Of it. II he goes 20
Milwaukee he will be sure 20 mas. tbronch
Indiana, and II is a part Of the scheme 20 have
his movements closely watched by detectives
with n view 10 taking him into custody the
moment that he comes within the Jurisdiction
OF the officers IN Indiana The warrant for HE
arrest is in the possession Of US Commis-
sioner Van Buren, who, il is said, carries il IN
his pocket constantly.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
Protecting Oklahoma Homesteade
The Voyage Of the Thetis.

A report has been received at the Navy de-
partment from Commander Stockton, of the
U.S.S. Thetis, dated July 8, announcing his ar
rival at ST. Michsels from the arctic, with three
wrecked at Point Hope October s, 1883, and
one Of the Ohio Second, wrecked at
Nanwak Island June 9 last But eight
Of the thirty-three persons ON the Little
Ohio we're saved, while none of the crew of
the other vessel were lost The Thetis was to
leave for Port Clarence July 10. Commander
stockton says - this season b less open than
last year it IL doubtful IL he win be able to
reach Point Barrow before the 10th Of August
on account Of the ice, which has already be-
come Troublesome.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
A SENSELESS CANARD.
The Story Of Stringency in the Washing.
ton Money Market

There is not the least foundation for the
senseless story published in the New York
World to the effect that there il stringency
in the money market ct Washington and that
the banks were frightened by the withdrawal
Of e75,0oo deposited BY Catholic organisations.
A more inappropriate time TO start such .
story could not have been selected, for under
no circumstances could the Washington banks
be stronger and more able to stand run than
now. The Withdrawal Of six times the sum
named would not effect them seriously. An
inquiry among the banks shows that without
exception, their available money IL much
greater in amount than usual-mnch above the
legal requirement. There ID not any especial
demand for loans at this season and plenty Of
have esOO, 600, or 600, 900, or ESQ, 700 avail
able money on hand They could mot be IN
better condition 70 meet demands on them.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
GOSSIP FROM EUROPE.
Personal Passages In Sir Morell Mac
kenzie's Book-Ocean Steamship Racing

LONDON, Aug. 6-The German emperor win
probably not be as much pleased as the scandal
mongers With the report which is given cur
rency today Chat . copy has been surrepti-
tiously made Of the manuscript Of the work Of
Sir Morell Mackenzie, in which he relates his
experiences during and after the illness Of the
Emperor Frederick. This work, it il said,
gives numberless choice bits of court scandal
calculated to throw all Berlin into hutter.
and several delightfully."- aggravating person
alities are being circulated as extracts from the
future volumes The book, it is confidently
stated, will be printed in Belgium or in Hol-
land, where the wrath Of the German emperor
cannot reach the publishers. 1t will undoubt-
edly have large sale, as Sir Morren has given
his word that his authorized version shall not
be published during the life time Of the EN-
press Frederick.
OCEAN STEAMSHIP RACING.
Much alarm having been created among
prospective passengers by the rumors Of racing
for heavy wagers between the new fast trans
atlantic steamers the managers Of several lines
are out today in an emphatic denial that any
extraordinary efforts will be made to secure
speed. They insist that the safety of their ves-
sells will always be the first consideration. This
is probably true enough, but it is well known
that much betting takes place whenever two
fast ships happen to sall on the same day. 1t
is noted also that after embarking the lady pas
sengers are the first to forget their fears and
are the most anxious for the defeat Of o rival
vessel
CONGRESS OF GERMAN BARRIERS.
A congress of the BARRIERS of the German en-
pire has just concluded a weeks session in Po-
sen. Delegates were present from 1851 towns
and cities Of Germany, representing nearly
20 1000 BARRIERS. A minimum price for shaving
and no more hair cutting Sundays among
the more important edicts Of this new trust
IN OPERA SINGERS SUICIDE.
The young and talented opera singer of Ber-
lin, Catherine Micholsann, while on Q visit to
Vienna last week committed suicide by shoot
ing herself with pistol. She was twenty
three years Of age, and renowned for her
beauty as well as for her talents. No cause for
the rash act is assigned
THE GERMAN BICYCLE CHAMPION.
The German bicyclists are jubilant at the vic
tory of their champion, August Lehr, over the
first riders in England on their own ground.
The Berlin papers now claim for him the title
OF champion of the world. He is member Of
the Berlin bicycle club.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
SAW THE WHEELS GO AROUND.
How Commissioner Tanner Occasion
ally Displaces and Renews Spoke.

"Do you want to see the wheels 60 around?"
said Commissioner of Pensions Tanner to q
visitor the other day.
The visitor was willing.
Bradley" called the commissioner.
Bradley is the stenographer. He came
quickly in response to the call.
"Write," commanded the commissioners.
Bradley's pencil was sharp.
The commissioner dictated:
''To the Honorable Secretary Of Interior:
Dear Sir: have the honor to hereby recon-.
mend the dismissal Of Capt. William Smith,
principal examiner in the pension Office, after
two weeks leave of abseuce. make this rec
ommondation that may further recommend
the appointment Of Mr.. Christian Excl to fill
the vacancy thus created. Mr.. Excl formerly
held this Office and was removed by my prede-
cessor, after two weeks notice, to make room
for Capt. Smith"
This letter was signed and dispatched to the
Secretary Of the Interior with an invitation to
prompt action.
1t was learned at the Interiar department to-
day that the appointment of Mr.. Excl had not
yet been made, but that il was on the way and
was expected, probably before o'clock this
afternoon
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Heavy Hall Storm I'm Dakota.

ABERDEEN, DAK.. Aug. s.-A heavy hail
storm is reported last evening from northern
Central township of Brown county as cutting
swath several miles in length through un-
harvested grain and doing great damage.
Farmers in the vicinity of Plana and Ordway
will lose most of their grain. Stones inches
in circumference fell during the storm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
AMATEUR OARsMEN.
Large Gathering I'm Chicago for the
Regatta.

CHICAGO, Aug. a-The sun set on the largest
area OF shells ever assembled in the west a. its
last rays touched into apparent life the waters
of Lake Calumet last evening. The day had
proved q good one for the scullers and every
advantage was taken OF IT,
Several crews arrived yesterday and were
given sleeping quarters in the extra Pullman
sleeping cars side tracked near the hotel The
Winnipeg club was among the arrivals.
This club is entered for the double sculls and
senior four oars. They a hne-looking lot
Of young men and showed mp well while on the
water. The Ravenswood boat club OF Long
Island arrived yesterday. as also did the Toronto
rowing club and the Boysville rowing club Of
Toronto and the Hamilton club. Standish and
Lyman, who are entered in the palr-osred race
are expected from Detroit today and kilby OF
Ottumwa. Iowa, will also arrive this morning.
None OF the St. Louis boys have put in an APP
pearance. but dispatch said the Modoc crew
would surely be on hand.
Jacob Gaudaur, the professional, and Ken
nedy are 10 be on the grounds 20 see the lesser
lights do their work. The interest seems TO
center in the race between the Bradfords and
Atlanta eights Both crews appear 20 be in
the pink OF condition and each proposes 20 row
to win. Each side has many friends and all
are OF course sure of success for their crew.
Unless some accident happens there is q prob
ability that this will be a most exciting race at
the finish.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
BOULANGER's INDICTMENT.
It win be Framed to Secure His Extradi
ton from England.

PARIS, Aug. 8.-The high court Of impeach-
ment for the trial Of Gen. Boulanger, Henri
Rochefort, Count Dillon, and others on the
charge of high treason opened its sittings this
morning at the palais du jnstice. 1t is gene
rally understood that an indictment will be 90
worded - to give the English government no
alternative, should the accused be within its ju-
risdiction, than to assent to their extradition
1t is given out that in that event the general
and his companions will lose no time in getting
on the high seas en- route to the United States.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
A Number Of Dead Bodies Found.

HELENA. Mont, Aug. s.-The finding of the
dead bodies of Ollie JONES' his wife and two
other persons was reported yesterday from
Corvallis, q small town in the Bitter Root
valley in western Montana. A young girl who
had been shot in the hip was also found on Big
Cole mountain. AL Of the dead had been
shot in the back. A party was formed to
bring in the bodies. No further details of the
affair could be obtained, as Corvallis is without
telegraphic facilities. Jones was married
three weeks ago and was on the road to his
ranch.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
A Fire in Fort WAYNE.

FoRr WAYNE, IND, Aug. 6.-Fire broke out
in the book store of Benner Batsley a Co., in the
Trentman block. last evening" The stock was an
entire loss. reaching $4,000; insured for s26.-
900. The block was damaged to the extent OF
$4,000: fully insured. The Trentman estate
block on the south was damaged 5000. 1t was
occupied by Stern, Mautner and Freidlicj,
clothing, whose loss on stock is $4,000. The
Wagner block on the north was damaged
$4,000 Ii was occupied by Louis Wolfe & Co.,
druggists; damage TO stock by water, &c, 900.
All losses covered by insurance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
The Canadian Firebug Captured.

INDIANAPOLIS, IND, Aug. s.-"Chicago
Frank" or the Canadian frebug. an incendiary
tramp, who has made himself a terror in many
parts of the country, was captured here yester-
day. He is the incendiary who set fire TO the
Philadelphia house of correction and burned
lumber yard at Catherine, Canada. He con-
fessed that one of his recent crimes was the
burning of a building at Meriden, Conn.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

BoNHAM, TEX, Aug. 8.-while a camp meet
ing was in progress near Willow Branch. north
Of here. on the Red river, party Of men rode
up on horseback and begaa firing into the con-
gregat,on. panic followed and some of the
For q while a regular battle ensued The
cause of the attack is not known. The
preacher finished his sermon strongly guar ded.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
Employees Panic Stricken at a Fire.

PROVIDENCE, RI, Aug. S.-The Centredale
cotton mill, valued at sl50, 900, was burned yes
terday. When the fire was discovered the two
hundred employees became panic stricken and a
number Of them jumped from the second story
windows. All managed to escape without Sc
rious injury, but some of the girls tainted from
fright.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

The New Wabash Company's Results.
NEW YORK, Aug. a-The first month of the
new Wabash company ended on July 81, and
the results were extremely gratifying. The
earnings OF the consolidated system were much
heavier than the aggregate of the earnings OF
both the systems east and west of the Missis-
sippi during the month Of June. and we're
elS4, ,5S4 heavier than those Of both systems q
year ago.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
A County Treasurer's Deficit.

yTSroS, Iowa, Aug. s.-The committee 10 ex-
anime the books of X. II. Stedman, county
treasurer, return a deficit Of SlI,500 There
are errors all the way from SI60 10 o.. .OO0 In
all the funds his entries were incorrect and in
variably in his favor. The revelation is .
great surprise to his friends
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
There Must Have Been Powder The

There Must Have Been Powder There.
YARMOUTH, n. g., Aug. a-Yesterday q 81
FOUNDER stored in drill house was found to
have ball in the breech and . small quantity
of powder was put in through the touch hole
and exploded in order to blow il out The re-
suit showed that there must been powder
behind the ball, for the missile killed James
Cosman, . hostler, and passed through sew
eral walls both before and after striking him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

INDIAN TRADERS MUST BE MEN OF COOP CHAR
AcTER.-Indian Commissioner Morgan has is
sued circular letter to inspectors in the In
dian service directing them to give special
attention to the character of Indian traders and
their methods of doing business, both as to
their honesty, the quality of the goods sold and
their observance of the law forbidding the sale
of arms or LIQUORS to Indians
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

CoIuzslA Crrx, I'm, Aug. a-Early ysstsr-
day morning Nickel Place freight train going
west broke into three pieces, and the detachsd
parts collidsd q South Whitley, breaking IN
twelve cars loaded with merckandisa. Two
tramps Who we're stealing . ride we're instantly
killed 1hetr names we're John Randall and
Thomas 1ayis, both ffoa Syracuse, n. 7.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

BLUE UNIFoRMs.-SecretaryW Window has d.
rected that blue uniform be worn by keepers
and surfmen Of the life-saving service after
September 1 on the Atlantic and gulf coasts
and after November on the Pacific coast and
before the commencement of the next active
season at Louisville, KY, and on the lake
coasts.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

THE Commission OF P. E. McMuRRAY as post
master at Jacksonville. Fla, whic, has been
held up for six weeks, pending the investiga-
ton of charges against him, was yesterday for
warded to him, the charges having been dis
proved.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
Passed Three Hundred Iceberas.

QUEBEC. Aug. s.-Capt Jennings of the steam
ship Colina, from Glasgow. reports having
passed 800 icebergs, ITO at one time being
counted between Belle Isle and Point Armour
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

ACTING SECRETARY OF STATE WHARTON will
leave the city tomorrow for Boston, to remain
until Wednesday next. During his absence
Third Assistant Secretary Moore will be acting
secretary of state.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

GRAxD Forks, OAK, Aug. IA syndicsts a
capitalists. including dozen or more Million
aire residents of Bismarck, Grand Forks and
jamestown, has been organized 10 develop Q
new canal scheme that viii reclaim inward Of
5,000, 900 acres Of arid and now useless land in
North Dakota. The idea is to constructs q canal
from the Missouri river at Bismarck, I ,66e feet
above the level of the sea, 10 Lake Traverse
and Big Stone lake, 800 feet above the level Of
the sea. This canal would run through SEQ
tion OF country In North and South Dakota that
10 in great need Of irrigation Lateral canals
are TO be constructed BY the various counties
and hundreds Of thousAnds Of acres Of arid land
reclaimed, while the Iresent cuitveted oounoy
viii be wonderfully enhanced In value.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

The bullion In the bank Of England has Dc.
creased 631, 900 pounds during the past week.
The weekly statement Of the bank Of France
shows IN increase Of u, 00Q. 900 francs gold
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

The Australian Ballot Bill Postponed.
CoNcoRD, N. H., Aug. 8.-The Australian
ballot bill was summsrily disposed of in the
house yesterday, the report of the committee
to postpone it to the next session being adopted
by o viva voce vote.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

Posr OFFICE INSPECTOR APpoINTED.-J. D.
King of Janesville, Wis, has been appointed
post Office inspector in charge Of the Washing
ton division, vice L. G. Estes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

A CHINESE STUDENT. - Acting Secretary
Batcheller has informed correspondent that
Chinese student in Germany desiring to come
to the United States for the first time will not
be permitted to land except upon the produc-
tiont of a certificate from the Chinese govern
ment or its representative at the port of de-
parture countersigned by United States con-
sular officer. In case, however. he is natural
lied citizen of Germany he will have to pro-
duce a certificate from that government.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

Cuc1xxAr1, Aug. "A special from Paul
ding. Ohio, says: Sheriff e. @. Swain, sheriff
Of PAulding county, has been found 10 be short
In his accounts to the amount Of something
over e2,000 and his bondsmen asked 10 be
released Mr.. Swain then resigned
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

REINsTATED.-Miss NJ. A. Austin of Louisans
has been reinstated to her position Of clerk al
$1,000, bureau of medicine and surgery, Navy
department
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

DISMISSED PRrxrEss.-Mr. n. L. Stimson of
New York and John L. Alverson of kentucky
were discharged from the Treasury branch of
the government printing Office to-day.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

ARMY ORDERs.-First Lieut.. W. H. Wheeler,
eleventh infantry, having been found inca
pacitated for active duty by an army retiring
board has been ordered to proceed to his home
and await retirement First Lieut.. John r.
Totten, fourth artillery, has been granted one
months leave
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
From Wall Street To-day.

NEw YORK, Aug. 8, IL am. - In the stock
market this morning there was moderate de-
gree OF animation, but the business done was
concentrated more than usual OF late among Q
few stocks, and half dozen shares monopo-
lzed about seven-eighths Of the entire amount
Prices also were on a lower level than those OF
yesterday, though after the opening firm
tone prevailed. London prices for the first
time in many days came decidedly lower, and
this market responded with declines from last
evenings figure of from Il to se per cent The
market reacted Immediately and most Of the
losses were quickly made up. though the ad-
vances were confined TO small fractions in the
majority of the list. New England and Chesa-
peake and Ohio I'd preferred, with * per cent
each, and Northern Pacific preferred, with u,
were exceptions, and c. C. c. and st. Louis was
the feature of the dealings, rising sharply on .
large business l% per cent TO 75 81. Paul,
New England, C.C.C. and St. Louis, Chesapeake
and Ohio I'd preferred, Northern Pacific pre-
ferred, Atchson and sugar trust were the ac-
tive stocks, most Of the rest being dull and
stagnant At this hour the market is quise
and firm at about the best prices reached
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
President Allen Arrsirped.

NEW YoRK, Aug. e.-President Eden g. Allen
Of the A2d street and Grandstreet railway COM
pany, who has confessed TO the overissue of
stock Of the company to the amount of $4,000,
was arraigned at the tombs today. He waived
examination and his bail was fixed st elOOO0Q
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
The Queen Reviews the German seamen.

LONDON, Aug. s.-The queen reviewed the
German seamen from the vessels forming the
emperor's escort IN the grounds Of Osborne
house today. Fifteen hundred men were in
line. They were commanded by the emperor,
who was dressed in the uniform Of an admiral
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08
Burke Has Probably Not Confessed.

CHICAGO, Aug. a-Reports were sent ont
from this city last night to the effect that
Burke had made a full confession. To support
this statement II was said with some positive
ness that the states attorney had been in con-
ference with Burke for several hours during the
evening, and that the man had at last told all
he knew Of the Cronin murder. Diligent in
quiry fails to substantiate any of the state
ments. Burke was quite alone during the eve-
ming and received no visitors, official or other
wise
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1889-08-08

a STATE o. Siege In Cretes
vuxxA, Aug. a-The Politiodl CosvsepoNdsos
states that the porte has decided 10 proclaim .
state of sisgs IN Crsts