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The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-01-24
said to be Insane.

Special Telegram to the Statesman.
Fort WORTH, January 19.-Parties liv-
ing eight or ten miles east of here report
a woman, seemingly crazy, in an almost
nude condition, roaming about the coun-
try frightening the school children at
Rondo yesterday, of whom VIM. Garrison
10 teacher. Her craze is the cause of
Christ, and for such she urged ooutribu-
ton. Mr.. Garrison, together with neigh
bora, had her taken charge of and returned
to the poor farm, which place she has been
an inmate of for sometime. Her name is
Mrs. Cunningham. The loss of her hus-
band and three children short time since
is the Supposed cause of her fermentation.
Doctor Simmons, who made partial ex-
animation, considers her mental condition
hopeless. Her case will be investigated.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-01-24
REP ENTED HER CHOICE.
A Young Lady Marries but Concludes
to Return to Her Parents.
| Special Telegram TO the Statesman.

Young Lady Marries but Concludes
to Return to Her Parents.
Special Telegram TO the Statesman.
DENTON, January 19.-On the 18th inst
one E. F. Raymon, young man 20 years
old, made application to our county clerk
Miss Maggie skinner, daughter of Mr..
Skinner, who resides near Pilot Point
this county, making affidavit that his
Intended was of manageable age. The
license was obtained and the parties
united in wedlock by our County Judge
j. M. Davidson. On the following day,
the father of the bride being appraised of
the marriage, proceeded to take charge
of his daughter and carried her
home, and the groom saw her no
more till yesterday morning when
the father brought her here
In response to habeas corpus writ in
favor of the groom. 1t was understood
upon the arrival of the parties as to what
the decision would be, as it was apparent
that the bride would prefer to 90 with her
father in preference to her husband. Wit
nesses were introduced and upon their
testimony the court taxed the cost of the
suit against the father, R. Skinner, and in
response to the question propounded
by the court as to her choice in the mat
ter the bride settled the controversy by
saying she believed she would go with her
father. Mr.. Skinner claims that there
was no restraint on his part, but upon his
ex planatlon of the character of the man
she decided of herself that she would re-
main with her parents.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-01-24
Assaulted by Footpads.

Special Telegram To the Statesman.
GALVESTON, January 19.-Hugh Pritch-
ard, prominent contractor, while on his
way home last night was set upon by two
footpads, and, after fierce struggle, was
thrown down and robbed of his watch.
Pritchard's cries for help hastily brought
two policemen, when the footpads ran but
were overtaken and lodged in jail.
Oue of the robbers is Harry Hudson, q
white man, and well known to the
police, and the other is Wylie Phillips
mulato employed in Whites museum.
They were recognized by Mr.. Prichard az
bis asssilants, and will have preliminary
examination Monday morning. When
assaulted Mr.. Prichard had quite roll Of
money upon him, besides other valuables,
which his assailants were prevented from
taking by the timely arrival of the police.
His watch and chain we're found thi
morning where they had been secreted b
the footpads.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-01-24

went to interchangeable, and, anchoring
one mile from shore, at O'Clock she began
throwing shells. The Samoans having
come on board with their arms, af Ter firing
twenty-five shells she sent three boat
loads ashore and destroyed the village by
fire. Hamilton went to the destroyed
town in the afternoon and found his three
houses in ruins. A large American flag,
formerly used for consular purposes, which
had been placed on one of the houses
had been burned by the German man. Of
war, and then torn down. Fragments of
the nag were taken to Apia' and delivered
to Consul Blackjack, who has forwarded
them to Secretary Bayard. The German
consul afterward wrote to Consul Black
lock, declaring he had been informed that
the Americans had led Mataafa's forces on
the night of the 18th, and fired the first
shot.
Consul Blackjack replied that he had
investigated the matter, and found it to
be untrue. On the 21st boat from the
German man-of-war Olga was chasing a
native boat in neutral waters, opposite
the American consulate. The Germans
fired number of shots at the boat, which
was in direct range of boat containing
two English officers, who narrowly esca ped
being shot. The commander of the Olga
afterwards apologized to the En-
glish officers. Charles Browne, an
American citizen, who was on shore,
was requested by the English
officers to ask the Germans to cease fir
ing. The Germans seized Brown, carried
him on board the warshIp Eoer, and, after
handling him roughly, released him. The
Germans have made further assaults upon
the villages since the bombsrdment of
interchangeable and are awaiting reinforce
ments. Should they make q Sec
ond attack upon Mataafa they would
certainly be defeated as the latter has 4,
500 we'll armed troops. Tamasese's men
are still at Lstuanaubo, Mstaafas forces
having been compelled to retire, owing to
their conflict with the Germans on Deem
Der Is. It is claimed that about 1000 of
Tamasese's forces have Joined Mataafa's
since the bonlbardment by the Germans.
not sympathizing with the attack upon
their countrymen
United States Consul Blackjack has
telegraphed all the facts of the situation
here. informing Secretary Bayard that the
American flag had been shot and torn
down aud burned by the Germans, that
American citizens have been taken pris-
oners by Germans, and states that the
lives and property of American citizens
are in great danger.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-01-24
The School superintendents.

special Telegram 10 the Statesman
WACO, January 19.-The convention of
school superintendents reassembled this
morning at O'Clock and was called to or
der by Chairman Bass. The committee on
resolutions reported number of resolu-
tions, which were adopted, and the oon-
ventlon adjourned sine die. The superin-
tendents and judges aud visiting teachers
we're banqueted tonight at the New Nc
Olelland hotel.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-01-24
FRANCE
OPPOSING BouLANaER.

PARIS, January 19.--The Freemasons
have issued pronunciamento against
General Boulanger, and inviting members
of the order here to support M. Jacques,
his opponent, for the vacant seat in the
chamber of deputies. The radical fedora
ton of 1889 has issued manifesto urging
the electors of Paris not to support Gen
eral Boulanger. General BouiaDger has
made special appeal to the workingmen
of Paris to support him, and again re-
pudiates all idea of dictatorship.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-01-24
The First SYMPTOMS

OF all Lung diseasesare much the same
feverishness, loss of appetite, sore
throat, pains in the chest and back,
headache, etc. In few days you may
be well, or, on the other hand, you may
be down with Pneumonia or g galloping
Consumption" Run norisks, but begin
Immediately to take Ayers Cherry
PICTORIAL.
Several years ago, James Birchard, Of
Darien, Conn.,, was. severely ill. The,
doctors said he was in CONSUMPTION,
and that they could dc, nothing for him..
bnt advised him, as a. last resort, to try
Ayers Cherry Pectoral. After taking,
this medicine, two or three months, he
was pronounced we'll man: His health
remains good to the present day.
s.. Bradley, Maiden, Mass, writes !:
Three winters ago took severe cold,
which rapidly developed into Bronchitis
and Consumption. was so weak. that
could not sit up, was much emaciated,
and coughed necessarily. consulted
several doctors, but they were power
less, and all agreed that was in Con-,
sumption. At last, a friend brought me.
a bottle of Ayers Cherry Pectoral.
From the first dose, found relief.
Two bottles cured me, and my, health.
has since been perfect"
Ayers Cherry PeCtoraI,
PREPARED BY
Or. J. G. Aver & Co., Lowell, Mass
Sold by allDruggists. Price 81 ). ak bottles, -
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-01-24

Special Telegram to the Statesman.
JEEFERsoR, January 19.-In the district
court to-day in the case of L. R. johnson
vs.. Texas end Pacific railway, verdict was
rendered giving plaintiff $4,000 damages.
Mr. johnson lives in Texarkana and was
an engineer on the above road. In Janu-
airy, 1888, when his engine turned over
near Lonsview, caused by bad switch,
Johnson's arm was shattered and badly
scalded and internally injured. The case
has caused great deal of interest, as the
plaintiff was suing for $4,000. Notice of
appeal by defendants has been given,
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-01-24
Jefferson Joyful.

Special Telegram to the Statesman.
JEFFERSON, January 19.-Ike Watson
and Anderson Franklin, charged with at
tempting the sssination of Henry Duncan
two weeks ago, pleaded guilty to-day in
the district court and were sentenced to
the penitentiary for two years each.
John A. Cruise & Co., representing the
Chicago syndicate who are TO employ
large capital in developing the iron re-
sources of Marion county and erect blast
furnaces, car wheel works, etc., have LET
the contract to build the iron works, which
fills the hearts of Jeffersonians with glee
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-01-24
Robbing at Tyler.
Special Telegram to the statesman.

Special Telegram To the statesman.
TYLER, January 19.-The Cotton Belt
ticket Office of this city was robbed last
night while the agent was at supper OF
$153. Jake Anderson, colored, who works
around the depot, was arrested for the
theft and acknowledged having opened
the Office with key he had, and led tine
officers to the place where he buried tn,
money, one nils from the city. All bu
$1.50 was recovered. The negro is il
Jail.
A large body of Knights of Pythiaf
started for Temple this evening, where {
lodge will be organized tonight.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-01-24
SINGULAR CAREER IN CRIME.

Arrest of Man with Many Aliases and
Charged with Many Rascalities.
NEW YORK, January ia Montreal
special says warrant for bigamy has
been issued here for the arrest of Silas N.
Seymour, alias J. Martin, alias s. F. Haver.
He came here few weeks ago, made the
acquaintance of j. NJ. Condrey, clothier,
and bought the lstter's Quebec establish
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-01-24

any of our representatives in Kansas City.
The recent visit of my brother William
and myself to Kansas City and Denver
was our yearly business trip to our Offices
in those cities. Inspector Andrews is UNI
known to US, Yours respectfully,
ROBERT A. PRINCETON, Gen. Supt.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-01-24
CAPITAL BUSINESS COLLEGE
AN-ENGLISH ACADEMY.

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complete
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ANDERSON NEUMANN, dustin, Texas.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1889-01-24

CASE:

Of Mrs. Milo ingram, Of Pittsburgh, as an example,
which Is fully described In Or. Hartman's ellis Of
Life" to be obtained free Of chargeirom the Pe@una
Medicine Co., Columbus, o. A worse case Of Scro-
lula can hardly be Imagined. Yet LA-cU-Pi-A cured
her. Only 81 bottle; 8 for 8. For sale by all drug
gsts. Manufactured by the Pe-ru-na Medicine Co.,
Columbus, Ohio
Omaha daily bee., 1889-04-30

IT is highly creditable to the Ger
man-Americansocie of Omaha that
they intend to observe the centennial
OF Washington's Inauguration with a
parade and musical entertainment, and
it is to be regretted that ,he spirit OF
patriotism they exhibit Is not more
widely disseminated in the community.
Omaha should have made this event
memorable in its history by a celebra-
tion that would have attracted thous-
ands to the city. AS it is most of the
credit for the observance OF the day
here will belong to the countrymen OF
Baron Steuben, one of the most trusted
friends and valuable assistants of
Washington, whose services make an
illustrious chapter of the history of the
revolution,
Omaha daily bee., 1889-04-30

something which has long been needed
and will be heartily approved. The pres
ident is said to have long believed that
too little regard was paid, in the appoint
ment OF consuls and commercial agents,
TO the interests OF American commerce
abroad and in this he is entirely right.
The rule has been to use the con-
sular service for the payment OF cam
paign debts, and as a convenient way
in which to dispose OF class of poll
ticians who could not be provided for at
home. Political hacks who had some
little claim to recognition, but VIII ose
appointment at home would have been
damaging to the appointing power and
the party, have been packed of to n
consulship, where the public eye could
not be upon them, and where they were
pretty sure not TO do anything to attract
attention to themselves, Thus not only
have the commercial interests Of the
country abroad not been intelligently
and properly cared for, but we have
lost in the respect OF other countries,
and particularly of such as have long
maintained the practice of keeping
their consular service on a high plane
OF usefulness and efficiency.
A reform in this matter was attempted
a dozen years ago, and some improve
ment was effected, but the effort to re-
organize the consular service was not
persevered in and it retrograded to
nearly as bad condition as before there
was any attempt at reform. The last
administration showed at the outset u
desire to move In the right direction,
but beyond retaining the best OF those
it found in the service it did little to
improve it. A majority of its appoint
ments were conspicuously unfit, and
have done nothing to benefit the COM
mercial interests of the country. The
present administration, therefore, has
an opportunity to win great credit by
such reorganization and reform of the
consular service as will win respect for
the country abroad and materially aid
IN extending our commercial relations
| with other countries, and it need
| hardly be said that it can give its most
careful attention to no more important
work. 1t is becoming, year by year,
more imperatively necessary that we
shall extend our foreign!commerce, and
obviously thoroughly intelligent, cap
able and efficient consular service can
help to this result, while service that
does not possess these qualifications
must retard our progress. The reported
views of President Harrison regarding
this matter appear eminently wise, es-
pecially his opinion that consuls and
commercial agents should be men of
business training instead of politicians,
and as he will doubtless have the next
congress with him in support of consular
reform he ought to be able to place that
service on highly useful and efficient
| haSi s.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-04-30
OUR CENTENNIAL.

Ira l.. Jenkins
Delightful task to string again the Tyre,
And fan again the patriotic fire,
That burned so bright one hundred years
ago,
As blood stained feet made crimson winters
snow,
And human love, still keeping step with time,
Lifts up a Nation to the heights sublime.
One hundreds years-Prometheus is un.
boundl
One hundred years, and ADDED States are
crowned,
Clasped by a chain that reaches far away
From northern wilds to Southland's sunny
bay.
Our mountain ranges cloud-capped submits
rear,
And streams descend them running crystal
clear.
A million voices lift a glad acclaim,
Whose echoes ring from Oregon to Maine;
From cape to cliff the echo never dies
Niagaras thunder bears them to the skies.
Thrice has the sword, in an imperiled hour,
Been drawn to guard Nations sovereign
power,
And still the flag that futters in the breeze
waves on IN triumph through all lands ana
seas.
An empire holding its imperial sway,
Sets up milestone on its joyous way;
Surveys the glories of its onward march,
And plants the keystone in its crowning
arch!
Praise to the band that gave our Nation
birth,
Whose honored names have travelled round
the earth;
Uncovered heads will group around to-day,
A debt of homage to the dead to pay,
And sprinkle incense over hallowed dust
AS man to man remembering what is just!
And bow to Him who world on world sus-
tains
As Nations live where God our Father
reigns.
OMAHA, 1889.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-04-30
A JUDICIOUS REFORM.

The county commissioners, at their
meeting on Saturday, adopted resolu-
tion which proposes a judicious and nee
essary reform. This was that all appro-
priation sheets shall be read once only
at any regular meeting of the board,
and shall then be laid over until the
next regular meeting, when the same
may be read q second and third time
and passed. That is, the board pro-
poses that hereafter, all claims against
the county shall undergo a more careful
scrutiny than has been the case here
tofore, at least in several memorable in
stances in which the majority ordered
payment at once, thereby inviting sus-
plcion of collusiOn with the claimants.
A rule similar in effect to that passed
on Saturday was adopted when the
membership of the board of county
commissioners was increased to five, but
it was not strictly adhered to, and it is
to be hoped the decision of the board to
return to the sound principle of giving
all bills a thorough examination, and
allowing ample time and opportunity
in which to ascertain the cor
rectness of claims, will be consistently
enforced. 1t is due to the taxpayers
that this be done, aud the credit of the
commissioners with the public is also
involved. The proposed reform is COM
men dable, and if faithfully carried out
will be beneficial.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-04-30

sources OF the Grand, Laramie and North
Platte rivers is authorized. IL ths farmers
Of Colorado take advantage of the act, Wyo-
ming will be seriously injured, and the irri-
eating bitches constructed on the Big Lara
mic rendered useless.
The largest grizzly bear ever seen in Wyo-
ming was killed on Lodge Grass short time
ago. Several parties estimated the weight
OF bruin at from 1000 10 1000 pounds. Bruin
was preparing for big hug and was but q
few feet away when the hunter shot him,
killing him instantly.
A very interesting discovery of cliff dwell
ings has just been made near the line be-
tween New Mexico and Colorado, at the
lower end of San Luis Valley. The village,
or buildings just discovered, was in a circle
600 yards in circumference. The bricks are
as light as pumico-stone, but very hard About
every eight feet is a cross wall, and the
apartments thus formed are about twenty
feet long. The entire structure was covered
two feet deep with Dirt and nothing but 9
slight elevation on the surface OF the ground
denoted its existence.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-04-30
IT IS manifestly the duty of the board

IT is manifestly the duty OF the board
of county commissioners to fully protect
the county in the matter OF the appoint
ment OF a superintendent of cOnstruc-
tion of the county hospital, and
while the objection raised on Satur-
day to the conditions under which
Mr.. Coots was appointed does not ap-
pear TO have great force, still it is
we'll enough that the matter was re-
ferred for further consideration. 1t is
always desirable that the greatest care
should be taken in arrangements of this
nature, so that the interests Of the pub
lie may be fully guarded. The board
did wisely in appointing Mr.. Coots, who
is n thoroughly capable and trustworthy
man, and he having signified his will
ingness to accept conditionally, it is to
be hoped nothing will now occur to pre-
vent his performing the service.
Undoubtedly Mr.. Coots will not object
TO any reasonable and just arrange
ment deemed necessary to the ade-
quate protection OF the public.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-04-30
The lead pipe market is demor alize,

IHE leau pipe market is dem0r allZed
owing to the fight now going on be-
tween the factories in st. Louis and
Cincinnati. Local manufacturers are
attempting to hold prices stiff under
the protection of the agreement made
between manufacturers, by which prices
were not to be cut in places where fac
tories were operated; but outside job
bers have dropped into Omaha and
quoted prices away below trust figures.
Three dollars and eighty-fve cents, and
under, has been named for carload
lots, and two dollars is talked for, but
not anticipated. The wooden yarn mar
ket is also disturbed and representa-
tives of eastern manufacturers are here
quoting SaXony and Germantown yarns
at fiity-five cents per pound, which is
less than the cost of production. job
bers are availing themselves of the cut
prices, as 1t is not believed that these
low figures will prevail long.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-04-30
HITS AND MISSES.

Upon the very best Of authority 1t may be
stated that Richard, he OF the county COM
nissoners, is himself again.
The Omaha excursionists from all reports
have the deadwood on the Black Hills.
Major Tom Horn, of Fremont, is genius
of vast resources, and his modesty does not
affect the frequency of his mellcw toot. He
has just developed scheme to utilize the
widespread power of the Platte and improve
it's complexion and circulation. The oil
wells of Wyoming are to be turned loose on
its placid bosom, to ride down to civilization,
reflnemont and Fremont without rudder.
There the lubrcating cream will be gath
cred in and stored for shipment. The msior
is certain of success if he can induce Harry
Deuel. to part with his SKINNER.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-04-30

EUROPEAN cities have a way of
bringing strikes to a close that may
we'll be adopted when the occasion war
rants, The recent street car strike at
Vienna was Terminated by the munic-
ipal authorities deciding that the street
railway company should forfeitits twen-
ty-fve thousand dollar security and pay
five thousand dollars penalty daily until
travel was resumed. AS might have
been expected the company restored the
strikers to their old positions and the
lines began running Immediately. Fur
ther comment is unnecessary.
Omaha daily bee., 1889-04-30
Superintendcnt OF Mails.

Paul vandervoort, the new superintendent,
of mails, entered upon the discharge of his
duties as such yesterday. At present he
will occupy one side of Postmaster Gal.
lagber's desk in the private room aud become
a part of the mixed cabinet that holds daily
sessions there. IF Con helps me out" said
Paul, 81 will agree to keep him in office until
his term expires"
The remark pleased Uncle Jimmy Creigh.
ton very much, and he thought there would
be no trouble
1t was plain to be seen that
mutual admiration society had
already been formed, for he observed that
in all political warfares, Paul had been able
to hold his own.
''That's q fact" replied the latter, and
continuing he said, VI have been bitter re.
publican, but have great many democratic
friends. Con has always been a good friend
of mlne, and the Creightons were among my
first acquaintances. When was chief clerk
here John Creighton used to come and sit in
my Office almost every day."