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Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
A NIys1erious Murder.

New York, March 7.-Guntha Wech-
rung, 20 years of age, a German drug
clerk, at 937 Third avenue, was struck
OF the head with an axe early this morn
ing by an unknown man. Wechrung's
skull was fractured and he died in the
hospital this evening. His hands were
almost cut off in trying to save his bead.
His assailant has not been arrested.
The store was robbed, but the police
think this was done to avert suspicion as
to the motive of the crime. Wechrung
said he was struck from behind and lost
consciousness without seeing bis assail-
ant.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08

Our people have at last got over pay
ing their taxes and the money market is
sensibly easier. After paying $3.50, 900
of city taxes, it taxed the purse strings
of our citizens little to ante up
81 ,400. 900 of county and State imposts.
Bat the strain is over. Business has i'm
proved very generally. Under-sheriff
Thornton informed us yesterday that
there is not one attachment now for
three which were filed in the sheriff's
office six weeks ago. The natural result
of the return of such large sums to the
channels of trade will be to invigorate
business in every line and make money
abundant.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08

The report which appears in cur tele-
graphic columns this morning to the
effect that the United States war vessel,
Nipsic, had been blown up by tor
pedo from the German ship Olga, rests
only on private telegram, and may
have no better foundation in fact than
the Kiel rumor of a few days ago had.
The reported calamity-for as such it
could not fail to be regarded by either
nation-is of such grave nature and
must-if it happened-be followed by
such terrible consequences, that it is
pretty sure that the report must be either
confirmed or denied within very short
time,
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 1889.
A singular Cabinet.

Mr. Harrison will soon find himself un-
der q strong fire of criticism on account
of the extraordinary Cabinet he has ap-
pointed. If we except three or four
names, it is a Cabinet that will reflect
anything but credit upon the Presidents
Judgment. 1t goes without saying that
Blaine is man of great experience and
brains. But his appointment to the prem
ier place in the Cabinet will be
fruitful of trouble to Hsrrison's admin
istration, and perhaps to the Nation.
"A ''jingo" policy may lead to serious
difficulties, and we doubt whether Blaine
will let the opportunity slip to impress
his strong individuality on the foreign
policy of the country at the present
jnncture. 1t must not be forgotten, too,
that his appointment is very distasteful
to a large section of the Republican
party, which will look with djstrust upon
every step he may take. Let US say,
notwithstanding, that the appointment
of Blaine is less censurable than that Of
some of the others. Why were such
men as Redfield Proctor and John
Wanamaker selected? Proctor is
known locally, but not nation
ally. Yet that might not be
an argument against his selection if
it were noe that there are SO many
eminent and tried men in the Republi-
can party who would have graced the
position and satisfied the people. 1t is
hardly worth while TO discuss the ap-
pointment of Wanamaker. He is in the
Cabinet because he supplied the sinews
of war to the party. 1t is a curious fact
that, in forming his Cabinet, Mr.. Harri
son has paid no attention to The great Sec
iional divisions of the country. The South
is without a representative in it, and the
great Pacific Coast, in its amplest terri
torial extent, has been utterly ignored.
New England has two representatives,
the Middle States two, and the Western
States four. Surely, if we consider these
appointments from territorial stand
point, they are open to the gravest objec-
tion. If we consider them from the
standpoint of national reputation, ex-
perience and ability, there are but
three, or four, at the most, who. o.would
pass muster. Blaine, Tracy, Window and
perhaps Noble cannot be objected to on
the score of known apacity and national
fame. We have said nothing about the
bad taste exhibited in the selection OF
Miller for Attorney General. 1t is GER
tainly next door to nepotism for a Presi-
dent to call in his par tner to fill a
high Cabinet position. We have
heard a great deal said about Mr.. Har-
rison's individuality and strength of
character, and we were disposed to be-
lieve in it. But his Cabinet appoint
ments have dispelled the illusion. 1t is
as plain as black letters on white wall
that he has surrendered his own
Judgment to the opportunities of the
machine politicians of his party. Had
he been strong, firm man, such as his
friends declared him to be, he would
have selected throughout a Cabinet
which would not only have represented
all sections of the country, but which
would have been composed of men of
national reputation and Of known ability
and experience as statesmen.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08

The San Francisco Examiner Of March
9th is a superb sixteen page issue COM
memorative of the second anniversary oi
its present proprietorship. During the
past two years this enterprising news-
paper has done wonders in the journal
istic field and has increased in circula-
ton at an unprecedented rate. One of
its features is an article, accompanied by
map, contributed by Hon. II. M. Van
Arnam, formerly Secretary of Arizona,
and now connected with the Southern
Pacific Railway, in which the progress of
Los Angeles county is briefly but pleas
antly noticed.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
A CASUS BELLI.
The U. 5. WarShip NipSic
Blown TO Bits.
WITH HER BRAVE CREW.
Something for Blaine to
Handle, First Thing.
WITH HER BRAVE CREW.
A DAY OF RECKONING TO COME.
Bayard's POltroOnery Has Brought
This AbOut-He Was COzened
by Bismarck.
Associated Press Dispatches to the HERALD.

Associated Press Dispatches to the HERALD. |
SAN Francisco, March THE E.r-
aminer'S Breslau dispatch states that a
private telegram from Samoa to the
SchleSischer Zeituag says that the German
irigate Olga had bombarded Mataafa's
camp, and that, the Captain fthe Ameri-
can man.of-war's protest being dis
regarded, he fred on the Olga, where
upon his vessel and crew were blown up
by torpedo from the Olga.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
The Murder of Clayton.

MoRRILLToN, Ark, March An in
coherent letter signed "Jack the Ripper" T"
was received to-day by Sheriff Shelby,
and turned over to the grand jury. The
writer says be killed John Nj. Clayton,
the murdered Republican candidate for
Congressman, because, years ago, Clay
ton caused the lives of the writer's
father, and of other persons, to be taken.
Judge Cunningham's charge to the jury
in investigating the Clayton case, was a
was severe arraignment of the crime,
and an earnest plea that nothing be left
undone to unearth the perpetrator.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08

THERE is pretty plausible rumor run
ming the rounds in Los Angeles to the
effect that Senator George Hearst is me-
gotiating with Col. r. S. Baker for that
gentleman's interest in the San Vicente
Santa Monica ranch. Mr.. Hearst was
greatly pleased with that beautiful
property, having gone thoroughly over
it during his recent visit.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
INC Governorship Eight.

initial 1TdeslN' step was '" taken in 1.-THE the Supreme
Court this morning, by General Goffs
attorneys suing out a writ of mandamus
against Governor Wilson, to compel hi n
to surrender the office of Governor to
tomorrow for argument. All parties to
the suit have agreed that the matters in
controversy may be determined without
further process. This afternoon General
Gof's attorneys sued out a writ of quo
warranto in the Circuit Court against
Governor Wilson, but this is only a
formal matter.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
Gifts 40 MRS. Harrison.

WASHINGTON. March IA pretty
scene was enacted in Mrs. Harrison g
private apartments this afternoon, the
occasion being the presentation to her of
an elegant evening reception robe by the
General Lyons Woman's Relief Corps,
OF st. Louis. The presentation was
made, at the request of the association,
by Mrs. Chauncey |. Filley, President OF
the Woman's Executive Committee of
the Mississippi Valley Sanitary Fair,
was also presented to Mrs. Harrison
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
Fine Art Exhibit.

WASHINGTON, March IA large and
fashionable assemblage, including Vice
President Morton and number of SEN
ators attended the opening of the Amer
lean Art Exhibit tonight at the elegant
residence recently purchased by Mr..
Morton from A. G.. Bell. There are 151
pictures hung on the walls, of the esti-
mated value OF $l25 ,O00 The exhibit will
last about ten days and is given for the
benefit OF the Garfield Memorial Hos
pital.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
Quanrunie Murder.

ST. LOUIS, March 7.-Informntion
comes from Paducan Ky, that Mitchell
PEBBLES and his wife and two children
were found murdered in bed in their
home on DDck creek this morning. No
particulars are given, but it mad been re.
ported that PEBBLES had received con-
siderable sum of money, and it is sup
posed that the thieves entered the house
and committed the horrible deed for the
purpose of robbery.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
The Reading Iron works.

PHILADELPHIA, March IA meeting
of the creditors of the Reading Iron
Works was held this afternoon. The
statement of its financial condition
showed the total liabilities to be 81 ,927,-
7S3, and the assets 81, ,439, ,595. After
considerable argument it was agreed to
appoint committee OF three to conduct
the mills temporarily. A careful ap-
praisement of the assets will be made.
Another committee will prepare plan
of reorganization.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
Careless OfsIcer Su.pcnaed

WASHINGTON, March 7.-Colonel Will
son, of the engineer corps has been
placed in charge of the work on the
Washington aqueduct extension, reliev-
ing Major Lydecker, who will be tried
by court martial on the 25th for
neglect of duly in connection with those
improvem ents.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
Tracy,s First official Act.

WASHINGTON, March Z. = Secretary
Tracy to-day issued orders extending the
time for the opening of bids for the new
coast defense vessel March 10Th to April
5th. The California delegation hopes
that this vessel will be built on the coast
and that the extra time is for the purpose
OF allowing San Francisco bidders to
make bid for its construction.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
An Oklahoma Road.

ST.. LOUIS, March IA charter was
filed with the Secretary of the State of
Kansas at Topeka to-day, for new rail-
road to Oklahoma, to be known as the
Hutchison, Oklahoma and Gulf Rail-
road. The capital stock is So 900, 900. 1t
is supposed to be Union Pacific enter
prise, as General Solicitor Williams, OF
the Union Pacific, is named in the
charter as the president of the company.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
A short Shr,ft Probab,e.

RUsHvILLE, Ind, March Perry
Bennett, " years old, assaulted his wife
with hatchet this morning, crushing in
her skull, and inflicting other injuries
from which it is impossible she can re-
cover. Great excitement has been
caused by the tragedy, and lynching is
highly probable.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
Fixing Appropriations.

SACRAMENTO, March THE Ways and
Means Committee of the Assembly con-
sidered the general appropriation bill
this evening and it was decided to in
crease the San Quentin State prison al
lowance from $4,000 to 100000. This
covers its support for two years. The
viticultural appropriation of $95, 900 was
allowed,
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
DisownIng lie Oaron

New YORK, March 7.-Tne executive
council of the Fenian Brotherhood held
a meeting in this city to-day aud adopted
resolution requesting the press to an
nounce on their behalf that the spy, Le
Caron, has never been member of the
Fenian Brotherhood.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08

from the Relief Corps a pair OF white
slippers decorated with small sprays OF
white lilacs, hand painted; and the
artist who painted the dress and slippers
presented to Mrs. Harrison, on her own
behalf, richly bound copy of the Bible,
with a handsomely adorned cushion.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
Modieska,s rnatince.

At the Los Angeles Theater this after
noon, Madame Modjeska will appear in
grand matinee presentation of Mara
Stuart. AS this is the last time, perhaps
Tor years, when the gifted artistic and
great tavorite of Los Angeles will appear
here, there no doubt will be large
house to witness the rendition of this
great play.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08

IT WOULD be a prudential idea for the
multitudes who are rushing down to
Lower California in search Of gold to
take with them boots with extra thick
soles. The walking may not be good
coming back.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
The Prenident Receives.

WASHINGTON, March The President
gave reception at the White House to-
night to the Indiana visitors to the Ma
tional Capital.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
Preparinx for Statehooa.

HELENA, Mont, March THE Gov
ernor, Chief Justice and Secretary to-
day apportioned Montana into districts
to elect delegates to the Constitutional
Convention.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
Conference ON Railroad MATTERS.

WASHINGTON, March AT the third
and last days session of the conference
of the State Railroad Commissioners
with the Interstate Commerce Commits
sion, the report of the Committee on
Statistics, recommending for the use OF
railroads, uniform blanks for making
their annual reports to the State Boards,
was adopted. A resolution was also
passed, looking to the final adoption of a
uniform and improved coupler. The
subject of railroad accidents was dis
cussed and a resolution adopted recon-
mending the Interstate Commission to
consider the matter Of automatic signals
in aiding in the protection Of life, and
requesting the Commission to advise
railroads in regard to the adoption of the
best appliances in this line.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
An Ambitious sheet.

DENVER, Col, March THE Rocky
Mountain Neps to-day bought one of the
finest corners in the city for $125,000. A
mammoth newspaper office will be erect
ed thereon, which will rival anything OF
the kind in New York or Chicago.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
Two More Osflce.Seekers.

WASHINGTON, March THE New
York delegation has decided to ask that
A. r. Hart, of New York, be nominated
for Public Printer, and the Iowa delega-
ton will push Ex-Governor Stone for
Commissioner of the General Land
Office.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
Escaped the GaIIows.

HELENA, Mont, March 7.-Governor
Leslie to-day commuted the sentence OF
Godas, who was to hang tomorrow for
murder, to imprisonment for life.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
A LEATHER MEDAL
And a Highly Sarcastic Letter Sent
TO Congressman Springer.

HURON, Oak, March IA number OF
Huron gentlemen have forwarded to
Congressman W. NJ. Springera souvenir,
in the shape of leather medal, six
inches in diameter, on which is the fol-
lowing inscription, in gold letters:
"To William NJ. Springer, who, having
been 80 instructed by the House of Rep
resentatives. rather than be in contempt,
sacrificed his own principles and mag
unanimously opened the pathway to
Statehood to South Dakota. FiGt Ju8titia,
rudnt principia."
The medal was sent to the Hon. Sunset
Cox, with the request that he present it
to Springer, with the following letter:
To Hon. VIM. NJ. Springer, N. c., Wash.
ington, d. c.:
A few of your Dakota friends, appre-
ciatipg thoroughly your truly noble and
thoroughly disinterested services in be-
half of South Daketa, desire to present 10
you this testimonial of their esteem. We
remember with what piognancy of grief
you gave up the cherished objects
of your heart how many sleepless
nights you have passed; as, nobly and
alone, you fought for all those vital is
sues, without which hope would have
been lost, and Dakota dream; how
single-handed you fought the five
enemies of Dakota in the Conference
Committee, and said "Live or die, sur
vive or PERISH" or words to that effect,
'though give up everything, still will l
cling to the cherished object Of my heart.
Dakota shall again vote for a temporary
capital, or she shall forever re-
main a Territory" Noblest of thy
race, whenever the returning sun shall
again bring round the birthday of the
Father of his Country, shall not his
fame, his integrity, pale before the in
corruptible, the matchless integrity, and
character of him whose
name We inscribe upon this medal now
awarded to you. Hail, sweet William.
all hail and farewell
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
A Set Back 10 probih,,iou.

ST. PAUL, March by vote of SO
to 80, the House of Representatives re-
fused to submit to the people the amend
ment in favor Of prohibition.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08

SACRAMENTO, March 7.-Senator Nc
Gowan, on behalf of the Senators, pre-
sented Mrs. Senator White with a mag
nificent pair OF diamond earrings in the
[ State library room tonight.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
Austtn COrbin IiI.

New YORK, March 7.-Austin Corbin:
President OF the Reading and Long Island
Railroad Company, is seriously i'll.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08

DON'T Pay @1.5O for other brands
When you can get the Crown for less.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
The Glenn county BlII.

SACRAMENTO, March THE Assembly
has concurred in the Senate amendment
to the Glenn County bill. 1t now goes
to the Governor for his signature.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
Notice to Mail Subscribers.

The papers of all delinquent mail subscribers
10 the Los Angeles DAILY HERALD viii be
promptly discontinued hereafter. No papers
will be sent to subscribers by mail unless the
same have been paid for in advance: This rule
IL inAexible. AYERS d LYNCH.
JOB PRINTING DEPARTMENT-Owin to
orr greatly increased facilities we are prepared
manner. Special attention will be given to
commercial and legal printing, and all orders
win be promptly filed at modei ate rates.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08

Children Cry for Pitchers CastOria..
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
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LOCAL CoEREsroNDENcEl from adjacent towns
specially solicited
RxMITTANCEs should be made by draft, check,
postofice order or postal note. The latter should
ne sent for all sums less than $5.
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ukreet between Spring and Fort Los Angeles.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-03-08
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AYERS & LYNCH, PUBLISHERS.
1lTY OFFICIAL PAPER.

tKusured at the pestofice at Los Angeles as
second-class matter.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1889-09-27
HOME AND VICINITY.

f. n. Chadwick, was in Ashley last
Saturday.
Tell your neighbor. that they can get
the RECORD until Jan. lst, for 25cts
A. f. Bracket, has fine display of
organs at the Mt. Pleasant fair this
week.
Fred Kernon received a severe cash
on his left hand Monday from IA band
knife, while threshing.
a drove of lumbeTmeI's horses pass
ed through town Tuesday. for Chapel's )
camp, north of Riyerdale.
The North Eastern fair at East Sag
nav, which embraces Gratiot county,
is in session this week, and is Icing
largely attended.
+. j. Grandy is putting the material
on the ground for new house, I'm the
place of the one recently destroyeI Ly
fire.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1889-09-27
Whole No. 647.
BEE HIVE BUZZING.

Another large invoice of those
solid Mems shoes in Fine, Medium
and Cheap Styles, at the Bee Hive,
they are selling so fast they can
hardly get there fast enough, those
wishing to buy shoes will save
money by looking them over before
buying elsewhere. Come and see us
while we have full line Of sizes.
Bargains. Bargains! Bargains!!.
In every department of the Bee
Hive Stores. Bargain hunters and
those wishing frst-class goods in
every respect, will find what they
want at the Bee Hive at Prices that
are simply ruinous.
Those wishing anything in the
line of Velveteens will find an i'm
mence Bargain in this line at the
Bee Hive, 25 pieces In Black and
Colors, which ssld for so, so and 70
cents, choice in the whole lot for 50
cents, all first-class new goods.
A large line of Ladies' Cotton and
Woolen Underwear also Hosiery
left over from last season but which
to all intent and purposes are as
good and fresh as new goods.
Slaughtered at about half-price at
the Bee Hive this next week.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1889-09-27
BLUE PENCIL CROSS
To those Indebted to the RECORD.

Several have called in and paid
their subscription since last week,
but we find hundreds of dollars still
out that we need, we can not carry
it. We give a frst-class paper and
deserve our pay, consequently we
mark this article with an Y on all
that are indebted to us and to all
that will pay up their subscription
We will furnish them one year in ad
vance for Sl.Oo. Hoping every one
indebted will kindly. call in and by
each ones little, help us out.
Yours Respectfully,
G. +. Brown
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1889-09-27
Card of Thanks.

We desire TO express our heartfelt
gratitude to the many friends and
neighbors who have so kindly rendered
us assistance in eur recent deep
aflliction. Especially to the Masonic
Fraternity and the Order of the East
ern Star. for the beautiful floral tributes
and kindness in every way. Also to
the Alma band for the sweet and APP
propriate music, in which they mani
tested their honor for the dear one who
left us. And may our heavenly Father
guard and guide you, every one, TO the
home of the dear ones gone before.
Mrs. FRED ID. ADAMS.
! ID. w. ADAMS.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1889-09-27
Resolutions of Respect and Condolenc,

At a communication of Alma Lodge,
No. pa, +. Il A. NJ, held September,
22, 1889, the following preamble and
resolutions were unan imously adopted:
WHEREAS, 1t has pleased the Great
Architect of the Universe to take from
our midst our late brother, Fred ID.
Adams: And
WHEREAS, 1t is but just and fitting
that a recognition of his many virtues
be expressed, that the memory of those
virtues be the better preserved, there
fore be it
ReSOlred, BY Alma Lodge No. pa. +.
n a. NJ, that while we bow in hum
bile submission TO the will of the Most
High, we deeply feel our great loss,
ana do not the less mourn for our
brother who has been taken from us.
Resolred, That. in the death of Fred
ID. Adams, this Lodge has lost worthy
brother; an active member, whose en-
deavors were eXerted for its welefare
and prosperity; a friend and companion
a respected. industrious and worthy
citizen, successful in business, whose
place cannot well be filed in our com
munity.
Resolred, That the heartfelt sympathy
of tn is Lodge be extended to his family
in their afliction.
ReSolrCd. That these resolutions b,
spread upon the records of the Lodge
an that copy thereof be Transmitted
to tn e family of our deceased brother
and be published in each of the news
papers in Alma.
FRANCIS PALMER, Commit ee on res
T.. a. BAGLEY. ! olutions.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1889-09-27
SP Eel AIS.

The RECORD will
be sent on trial until
January 1st for 25cts.
Old subscribers in
arrears are entitled to
the RECORD until
January lst for 25cts.
by paying up to date.
We will send the
RECORD to any per-
son one year for $1.25
and give them the De-
troit Tribune or Free
Press four months free.
For the next 80 days
we give every person
25ContS tor every SUD-
scriber brought us for
81. .25. Let every pat
ron bring the name OF
his neighbor.
New subs criberS and
those paying up to
date can secure the
RECORD one year
for 800, good until
Nov. lSt.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1889-09-27

For House and lot. Inquire
of +. II. Woop, Alma,