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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16

n1STRICT of Waterbury ss Probate Court 1I July Is. 1SS9
 Estate of Joseph Scully and Anne Scully of Waterbury, in said district, assigning debtors The voluntary assignment of the said Joseph and Anne Scully having been lodged in this office for record and the probate thereof, and Thomas H. Hayes being in said assignment nominat ed as trustee for said estate. therefore
 ORDERED That the 21st day Of July, 1sS9.at 10 o'clock in the forenoon be and the same is hereby assigned for hearing on the approval of said proposed trustee, and that all persons interested therein may have notice to appear if they see cause, and be heard thereon. this court directs that this order be published in news paper published i'll said probate district at least three days before said time assigned.
 ELLIS PHELAN, Judge.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
ANOTHER GROWN LETTER.
Picked Up on tho Grand Trunk Railway
 Track Near 6tam ford.

Picked Up on tho Grand Trunk Railway
 Track Near Stamf ford.
 NIAGARA FALLS, Ont, July 1b.-The fol lowing letter was picked up yesterday on the Grand Trunk Railway track near Stam- ford, two miles west of this place, by J. Kelleher, a laborer, who gave It to James Sullivan, accountant of the Canadian Gov ernment Park. There Is no postmark or stamp on the envelope and 1t Is supposed to have been dropped by some person going West on the railway:
 NIAGARA FALLS, March II. MY DEAR FR1END:-I have just arrived hero and am waiting for the event that is going to take place on the 4th. Be sure and make away with oul d-d enemy and spy, Cronin. Leave no corner in which there shall be any suspicion and may the Holy Father bless you for the deed: am in terrible anxiety. Tell Dan to be very careful; also Kunze. Work for Ireland. Be true to Clan -na-Gael No. 20
 Your dear friend,
 J. w. KAvANAUGH. The letter Is written on medium-s sized half-sheet note paper with pencil enclosed in a cream colored envelope addressed in ink "Clan-na-Gael 20, Chicago, H., Qm- medlate)" The envelope has every appear ance of having boon carried in persons pocket some time.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Minister Terrell HI.

WASHINGTON, July 16.-1nformation has been received by friends hero of an accident to Hon. E. H. Terrell of Texas, Minister to Belgium. AS he was boarding the steamer in New York he struck his knee against a projection, injur1ng 1t so badly that he has been unable since to walk. He reached Brussels, but has been confined to his room and has not yet been presented to the King In letter Mrs. Terrell says that she fears that the result may prove quito serious.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Tesiimony Against Electrical Deaths.

NEW YORK, July 16.-At the Kemmler reference yesterday David G. Gibbons, one of the Electrical Commissioners was the first witness called. His testimony was against the use of electricity for capital punishment. John w. Noble, an electrician, who for some years has been connected with the Westin shouse Company testified to the experiments conducted by former witness, Brown, upon dogs at Edison's works He described their sufferings as something terrible to look at, and emphati- cally said tpat the animals were not killed outright but suffered lingering death.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Stole Her Fathers Money.

PH1LADELPH1A, July 15.-Robert South waite, aged 22 and Anna Stevens, aged 1b, of Steubenville, Ohio, were arrested hero on telegram from the Mayor of that place. The couple, 1t is alleged, stole $500 from tho girls father and came on here. When they were searched over s4OO of the money was found on them. The girl confessed taking the money from her father and were on their way to Trenton, N. J., whore South waite proposed to work in the pottary They will be held to await tho arrival of Steubenville officers.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
1000 Miners Resume Work.

HARDWOOD, H., July 16-About 7,pOO miners, formerly employed at the Cooley Mine. went to work yesterday morning. The Sheriff received word early that Q hundred or more strikers were on the way to inter- cept the men, and started for the scene with posse. Coming upon tho etrlkers he called upod them to disperse, and on their refusing the posse fired revolvers. One striker had his head grazed by ball and another received serious scalp wound. Tue deputies then charged the crowd and put 1t to flight. Some trouble Is feared as the result of yesterday's shooting
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
A Startling statement f

JoHNsTowN. Pa., July 16-A sensational statement was made yesterday by gen. tieman, who said that the diver who had examined tho foundations of the stone bridge for the Pennsylvania Railroad Com pany had made some startling discoveries. Tho story is that the bottom of the Cone maugh River near the bridge is full of dead bodies, and that probably hundreds are lying thore. ono upon another, held down by tons of wire that has been wrapped and twisted into . perfect mass of unknown propor- tfOna.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Now Jersey Farmer Alarmed.

TRENTON, N. J., July 16.-Farmers in the southern part of the State are alarmed over their wheat crop. Thousands of acres have been harvested for over a week, and in con- sequence of the recent rain cannot be housed. A great deal of 1t IS sproutng in the sheaf, and 1t IS feared that If housed it fire the buildings. In consequence of this fact thousands of bushels are left rotting in the fields in stacks, while hundreds of acres have not yet been harvested and Is lying over on the ground. All this Is loss
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Fitzpatrick Gives Himself Up.

JACKSON, Miss, July 16.--John Fitzpat- rick, of New Orleans, referee Ill the Sulli- van-Kilraln fight who arrived here Sunday night, event yesterday to the Governors office and said he had como to answer whatever charges there might be lodged against him. Preliminaries wore waived and Fitzpatrick gave bond in the sum of e1 900 to appear Q. Pevevis, Marion County, on Thursday next. The bond was promptly signed by citizens of this place.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Femals Physiciaus Arrested.

NEW BauNswIoK, N. J., July l6.-Sayer- vflle, Miadlesex county, was throw into @ state of excitement by the arrest of three women who have been practicing medicine without diplomas. They arc Mrs. Catharino Clausen. Mrs. Margaret Formon and Mrs. Catherine Vauser. The complainant Is Dr. Mary L. Schavao, of Now Brunswick The accused had 8 Aourishing practice. They were release cd on hail.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Serious Charges Against Mitchell.

BALTIMORE, July l6.-The wife of Charlie Mitchell went to New York last night in obedience to Q telegram from her husband. Jake Kilrain'e wife went with her. A let ter was received at Kilrain's house yester- day addressed to Jake, from Henry Hudson of Chicago. The latter sald he won S1, 900 on the flght by overhearing Charlie Mitchell in New Orleans tell a man about 55 years old with 8 mustache and an English accent to bet all he had on Sullivan as Kilrain's defeat was a foregone conclusion. The writer also says that he watched Mitchell in the ring and saw him communicating with Muldoon by siena
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
TROUBLES IN OKLAHOMA,
AlOOa Will fSe Shed To-Day if the Char
 lists Do Not Back Down.


 lists Do Not Back Down. OKLAHOMA CITY, I. T., July 16-To-day boiug tho day for voting on the charter tho Mayor has issued 0 proclamation ordering all persons to desist from holding or at tempting to hold an election, announcing that every foroo at his command will be used to prevent 1t.
 Con. Merritt, U. $. A., commanding the Department arrived Saturday, and before leaving yesterday on urgent business else- where, ordered Lieut-Col. Snyder to use the troops-of which 400 are stationed hereto assist the city officers in stopping the elec- tion
 A mass meetiug was held last night to derounce the proposed military interfer- enae. The Charter Committee insists that tho election will be held in spite of the mill. tary, and calls upon all good citizens to vote fearlessly. Lively times are expected, as both sides are determined. ,,.-.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16

NEW ORLEANS, July 16.-A Purvis, Miss, despatch says: Capt. J. T. Jamieson and c. W. Rich were arraigned in court yesterday charged with aiding and abetting the Sulli- van-Kilrain fight and were placed under bonds of $1 900 each for their appearance at the next term of tue Circuit Court. The bonds were furnished aud the defendants released. District-Attorney Neville has re- ceived telegram from Gov. Lowry an- nouncing that the case against Referee Fitzpatrick will be tried next Thursday.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Muldoon's Opinion Of Sullivan.

NEW YORK, July 16. - Billy Muldoon talked bitterly yesterday of Sullivan's con- duct. "He Is as thorough-faced loafer," said Muldoon ''as ever had anything to do with. All these stories about his great love for his parents and his generosity arc the veriest bosh. moro unappreciative fel- low never saw, and now that it appears to be useless to induce him to behave himself, the sooner the truth Is told about him tho bettoro
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
1O3 Bank Street.
Head off Doctors.

What will do it! A free trial package of Lanes Family Medicine which you can get from any druggist. This is new and wonderful medicine, discovered ill the Rocky mountains by Dr Silas Lane. It is positive cure for constipation and all blood, liver, stomach and kidney troubles. You need such a medicine. Call to-day on your druggist for free sample pack age Large size package 5Oc. All drug pists sell it.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16

We could print the entire sheet with items ot interest, But as we do not we have therefore to pie of our Great Special Offering in Goods that especially seasonable and useful At this time
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
A Now Jersey Farmor Deceived.

NEW BRUNSWICK, N. J., July 16.-John Bennett, son of 6 wealthy farmer of Jamesburg, N. J., and @ married man, re. cently became infatuated with an Irish girl named Hullish and Is alleged to have paid his wife to leave him. He continued his lm- proper relations with the girl, and gave her deeds of property worth $l2, ,0O0. The girl then left him and married her cousin, a man named Jobbs. Bennett is said to be losing his mind.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Roader Is Under ArreRt.

ELIZABETH, N. J., July s'18.-Charlos Roeder, proprietor of the St. George Hotel on the Railway road, who seriously shot George Walker, a 7-year- old boy, and John Walker, his father, on Saturday night Is now in the Union county jail. He was ar- rested yesterday afternoon. He claims thrt he was compelled to shoot the Walkers iu self defense. They boar very bad rep nfotinn
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Suffered she Poaalty.

BELvIDERE, N. J.. July l6.--Michael Bo- lak, the German who was convicted at tho recent term of court of killing fellow workman, was hanged in the jail yard here yesterday. Boiak was formerly soldier in the Pyussian army, end could neither read, wFit1 DOT speak English- He was literally fraAn6leaa
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Lady Acton Not a Suicide,

LONDON, July 16-The report from Munich on Saturday that Lady Acton, sis ter of the Count von Arco Valley, German Minister at Washington, had committed suicide at Legernsee, is denied to-day in tho St. Jumes Gazette. The Gazette says the lady who committed suicide was widow by tho name of Acton, who was related to an Ital- Ian family of the same name
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Fourth.Clnss postmasters Appointed

WAsH1NaToN, D. C., July 16-The fol lowing fourth class pastmasters have been appointed for New York State: E. L. Dodge, Ashland; Fred w. Smith, Candor: J. F. Bull, Chester; A. Locke, Grown Point: W. E. Vandellner, DeKalb Junction ; J. B. Chaffee, Heuvelton; L. M. Davis, Kiantone David Jones, Minerva; A. A. Goodman, Tappentown; Jennie E. Barnes, Thompson Ridge; c. J. Stratton, Thomp- sonville; Wm. H. Clifford, West Camden 1; j. F. Pesse West Leydon; J. O. Morse, Woodbournei D. B. Parsalls, Wartzboro.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Secretary Lewis Resigns.

P1rrsBuRa, Pa, July 16-W T. Lewis, secretary of the Miners National Progress sive Union, has written to President Mo Bride of that body resigning his office. Mir Lewis intends to sever his connection with labor organizations entirely aud will go to the Paris Exposition as one of the party Of representative American workingmen. On his return to this country he will begin tho practice of law.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16

Heaviest storm in Years.

LANCASTER, Pa., July 16.-In the northern part of Lancaster county the storms of Saturday and Sunday nights were the heaviest in years Five mill dams were carried away along Hommer and Middle creeks and Ave bridges were destroyed in Elizabeth township. A large amount of fencing and growing crops wero swept away. The creeks are higher than ever before known.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
MT. Powderly in Chicaoo.

CHICAGO, July 16.-T. V. Powderly and the members of the Gensral Executive Board of the Knights of Labor arrived hero yesterday and arc quartering at the Briggs House. Mir. Powder1y Is busy looking over the numerous letters and telegrams which awaited him. Tho day was spsnt in preparing documents for tho meeting of tho Executive Board, which will take place at tho hall at No. 36 La Halle street today.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Yesterday,s Ball Games.

At Now York, New York 2, Chicago 4, at Philadelphia, Philadelphia ', Cleveland g, at Washington. Washington 10, Pit4sburg 4;at Kansas CitN Athletic game postponed on account of rain; at Louisville, Louisville 1, Columbus g, as St. Louis, St. touis 3, Balti- more more, ! at Bo:soo. InStsaapelle s gsRs psst
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
National Encampment of the G. A. R.

National Encampment of the c. A. R.
 MILWAUKEE, July 18. Milkaukee will continue to make preparations for the Ma tional Encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic, notwithstanding the fact that the railroads have refused 6 one-cent per mile rate, and eight coWmanders have de- cided to discourage the attendance of their various posts
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Paris Green in the Meat.

EAsToN. Pa, July l8.-Wor comes from Bangor. Pa, of tho narrow escape from poisoning of tho family of c. M. Paff. Mrs. Paff, who was overseeing the cooking of tho dinner, noticed Q green scum on the top of the meat, and falling to understand its presence there sont for her husband. On reaching home MT. Pa6 had the meat re- moved, and an analysis proved it to be Paris green. How 1t gotlthere is mystery.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Bitten by Q EQuiprel.

WINCHESTER, Va, July l6-E O Jordan, well known throughout the United States as the proprietor of the Jordan White Sul- phur Springs, this county, dled yesterday. He was bitten in the hand by a pet squirrel two months ago and blood.poisoning set In. His arm was amputated on Friday.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16

The Interstate Commerce Commission.
 CHICAGO, July 16.-Tho Senate Interstate Commerce Comm1Seee olosed their labors here late yesterday afternoon. Tho 6ena- tore ccnpqai4g the committee hsve de- Ya{eAaxA tA4ls hansA /
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
No New Trial for slrs. Carton.

CHICAGO, July 16-In the Superior Court yesterday Judge JaIaioson ovewuled tho motion for new trial in tho divorce case and entered decree of divorce in favor of Leslie Carter. He also gave Mr. Garter absolute control of the boy Dvdfey Mira. sssses Se ossx 's S s'. .s:; Bs 6e " EIsnsiIfke CSurt ssSs v'p "P0''A R
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Made Like Tea.

Have you been to your druggist for a free sample package of Lane's Family Md cine, which is made as simply as tea It is harmless vegetable remedy for your blood, stomach, liver and kidneys, and an easy cure for constipation, discovered by Dr Silas Lane while in the Rocky Noun tains. Don't fail to call to-day at any druggist for free sample of this grand family medicine Large size package 5Oc
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Robbed she LonRport POstof1ce.

NOUUeU sno AOuBpUTC TOBC0HCe~
 ATLANTIC C1TY, July 16-The postoflce at Longport was robbed last night, the stamps and money carried away amounting to about s7O. The thieves are supposed to be the same gang that so successfully robbed the Atlantic City postofice.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16

Two Killed by OH Exploslon. SALT LAKE, Utah, July 16-Mrs. Terry at- tempted to light a fire yesterday with coal oil. An explosion occurred and the burn ing oil caused the death of herself and 0 l3- yenr-Old daughter
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Jnd9e Tyner's Illness.

WAeH1NGToN, July 16.-Judge Tyner, Assietant Attorney. General for the Post ofiioe Department, passed a bad night and this morning the doctor declared he was not 90 well. His condition is serious, and his friends are anxious about the outcome of hls illness
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Mitchell Disguised as a Tramp.

NEW YORK, July 16-Charles Mitchell arrived In this city yesterday disguised as q tramp. He dined at Strube's restaurant In Harlem aud later strolled into Harry Hills place In Harlem dressed in a light suit of clothes. He studiously avoided reporters Pony Moore Is expected here to-day. A friend of Mitchell's said that Mitchell and Moore had arranged to sail for Europe on Wednesday morning.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Kaiser wilheim's English vislt

Kaiser Wilheim's English Vislt,
 LONDON, July 16-The German squadron sscortiug Emperor William will arrive at Dover August l and proceed next day to Isle of Wight The Emperor will remain with tho Queen at Osborne until August T. On tho 6th he will review the troops at Aldershot
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
To Collect Cotton statistics.

WASHINGTON, D. C., July 16-Superinten- dent Of Census Porter has appointed, Edward stonewood, of Boston, the present editor of the Youth's Companion, a special agent of the office, to collect statistics Qt cottop manufacurers throughout the United States
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Two Years for Attempted Rape,

 BUFFALO, N. Y., July 16-In the Court of Sessions Judge Hammond sentenced Au- gust Victor Schumann to two years and one month In the penitentiary for an at tempt to commit rape on twelve-year-old girl, sister of his deceased wife.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16

CoArsv1LLE, Pa, July 1a-North Bros.. Charles Huston G Sons and w. w. Kutz & Sons, iron manufacturers, to-day gave mo- tice of an increase of 25 cents per ton to their puddlers and corresponding increase to other employees.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Ths Jepaa.s. Legation at c.po May.

CAFE MAY, N. J., July Administer and Madame Matsu ond tho attaches of tho Jap enese legptiOn have arrived hefe and wil remain ' Congress Hall for ten days st two weeks.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
The rrss.dsas It Beer Park.

DnD1 1AkK. Md. July f. 6.-Tte President see0s ts es enjoying hirusslf here, having lafperasily lAid aside official cares. Yes- A2e6 hs plAyed blns with Secretary
 RaG fod ekkssd tho two went
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Roy. rle,n on Wanted for Murder.

1S0Vs THetuOH "Wntod Tor Mur0OV. PITTsBuRG, July l6-.Rev. E. F. Flemon, alias John Yeldell, has been Identified by South Carolina officers as the man wanted In that State for murder committed sev- eral years ago.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
STORMS AND ACCIDENTS.

x2A0OSTlC As8hC "Af01 blowO DOw0 Cn0T&O
 Pools of Watsr.
 EVANSVILLE, Ind, July l6.-A heavy rain storm which visited this city yesterday afternoon did much damage Numerous electric light wires were blown down charging the pools of water and buildings with the current Fire foot high was emitted in many places causing an alarm to be sounded. The dre department responded and being unaware of the condition of things rushed into what was almost certain death. Horses aud firemen alike were knocked down by the electricity. Citizens rushed in and met g similar fate and for a time excitement raa high. When the cur rent was shut of over a dozen persons were found unconscious. but their lives were saved.
 Several of the Aremen, however, at last accounts, were satd to be In precarious condition.
 Tho Cloudburst Near Daleimore.
 BALTIMORE, July 16.-Reports of damage in Baltimore county from the cloudburst of Saturday continue to come in. Huok- sters and vendors of farm products declare they have never known anything to equal the fury of the storm nor tho damage left in Its wake
 Heavy Rain fin tho Lebanon Valley.
 READING, Pa, July l6.-During yesterday forenoon an unusually heavy storm of rain prevailed throughout the Lebanon Valley. Greeks overflowed their banks, submerg- ing delds and the crops which had been left out were swept away. At Avon, Myers town and Lebanon numbers of the lower floors of houses were flooded and many occupants had their household goods de- stroyed. At noon tho Schuylkill River at Reading was feet above low water marx and eleven feet at Spring City.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
BIRTHS. DILLON-In this city, July 16 son to Mir and Mrs William F. Dillon of Union street
BIRTHS
DEATHS.

SMITH-In this city, July 16, Louisa. infant daughter of Mir and Mrs Bryan J. Smith Funeral Wednesday at D. m.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16

Kilraln Passes Through Rochester.
 ROCHESTER, N. Y., July 16-Jake Kilrain passed through here last evening. He made no attempt to conceal his identity, but said he had had very rough time out West. At Indianapolis, he sad, he had to stay two days and a night in Q corn loft.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
PUGILISTIC. POINTS
Sullivan in Chicago and Xiii.
 rain in New York.
MITCHELL IN THE METROPOLIS
He Arrives in New York Disguised as g
 Tramp

Kilrain Sleeps in a Hay Loft-He Re-
 ceives Letter Not Complimentary to
 Mitchell-Mississlppts Governor Still
 Causing Arrests-Sullivan Called @
 Loaf~r by the Man Who Trnlued Him.
 Receiving the Battle Money.
 NEW YORK, July 16.-Yesterday was the time set for paying over to the victor of the recent fight the $2O, 900 stake money and to hand him Richard K. Fox's champion belt Al. Cridge, who Is stakeholder, stands ready to hand over to John L. s representa- tives the stakes as soon as he receives a formal statement from Referee Fitzpatrick that Sullivan won the fight. The Police Gazette, however, is not ready to hand over the belt. There's the rub" It is not likely that John l.. will have the fun of seeing two Bowery bootblacks fight for "the dog collar"
 Muldoon modestly declines to accept any money for his services to Sullivan, but he is immensely pleased to hear that every one is praising him for getting Sullivan into such fine condition.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-07-16
Sullivan in Chicago.

CHICAGO, July 16-John L. Sullivan is still in Chicago, and seems to be enjoying his visit. If enjoyment can be found ih booze. John l.. certainly ought 10 be happy, for he has done but little else since his ar rival in the city than pour in grape and corn juice. He doesn't talk OF act as though he was in any hurry to leave, and will prob ably stay the rest of the week.