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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
GARRETT's TRIP ABANDONED.
The Story of the Mexican Plot to Kidnap
 Him Causes a Sensation.


 BALTIMORE, March 27.-The information published here in special telegram to The American from san Antonio. Tex. of the discovery of a plot to kdnap Robert Garrett on his trip to Mexico, caused a decided Sensa- tion on change and in club circles Definite informat on has been received from the Gar rett party at Thomasvilie, Ga, to the effect that the trip to the City of Mexico has been abandoned, and that instead Mir. Garrett will remain either in Georgia or Florida for few weeks longer and then return north.
 It is believed that MT. Garrett imagines that if he continues his journey he will be kidnapped by the Rio Graude brigands, and that he has refused to go further than Florida J. Swan Prick, the brother-in-law of Mir. Garrett, said that the family here had re- ceived no information of a conspiracy to kid nap MT. Garrett, and when asked why the trip to Mexico had been abandoned he char acterized the change of programme "a very natural circum- tance to grow out of pleasure trip" A member of Lle banking house of Garret & Sons said that Mir Garrett had altered his route through one of the fancieS known to be an accompaniment of his ill health
 Various reports were circulated about town concerning Mir. Garrett, onr, of which was that he had become much worse and that his physician had decided to keep him in some quiet place in Georgia or Florida until he was abe to bear the retu II ioui ney Mir Garrett is at her country home, Up lands, Baltimore county.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Napoleon.

The duke said: "After the retreat of Bonaparte from Leipsic, he never. in. fact, had any hope of getting over his badI fortune. Mole, then minister of war. \ told me that shortly after Napoleon's re | turn at that time to Paris he was playineI at billiards with him when he became| thoughtful and, laying down his cue, be- gan talking to him of the impossibility of ever reviving the spirit of the nation suf. ! ticiently to expel the northern powers.| Had these reverses, he said, occurred inl the first days of the republic, there wouldl have been a freshness of spirit that might have saved the game, but that spirit wasI how worn out and never could again bel expected to revive. Yet, with this de pressing conviction upon his mind, heI went through his wonderful campaign of Champagne with an activity perhaps un-' paralleled in his former wars" The dukes invariable comment on Napoleon was: ''He was not a gentleman. Per sonal Recollections of Lady de Ros in Murray's Magazine.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
A Story of Bismarck.

The second volume of the memoirs of tho Duke of Gotha, which has made such a stir in the social and political world of Germany, contains another anecdote of Bismarck--the latest accession to the ranks of doctors of divinity. When secretary of the Prussian legation at Frankfort, he was asked by a lady why he objected to the ap- pointment of Count Thur to the position of ambassador. He replied that it was not a fit place for man of his extraordinary talents, there being SO little to do. "Then," continued the lady, ''why do you retain your office?' "Oh! madam, it is another thing with me. I have always been lazy, good for noth. Ing fellow, and cared for nothing save my gun. Here can hunt as well as on my farm and enjoy my siesta." The years have changed Bismarck and his ideas. San Francisco Argonaut.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Mir. CleyeIand's Magnanimity,

fore the Society for Political Study, Moncure D. Conway, during a reference to exPresi- dent Cleveland, said "It is within my per sonal knowledge that MT. Cleveland, while a lawyer in Buffalo, was offered by Mr. Van derbilt the position of counsel to the New York Central railroad, the previous counsel to the corporation having died. The posi- tion was worth s15,0O0 year, but MT. Cleveland said the young partner of the de ceased ought to have a chance; that it would be blow to his career to have the position taken from tho firm. Though poor man, Mr. Cleveland declined the offer, and the young man was appointed"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
SHOCKING TRAGEDY.
An Embezzer Murders His Wife and
 Children and Makes His Escape.


 Children and Makes His Escape
 GUELPH, Ont, March 27.-W. H. Harvey, bookkeeper for J. w. Lyon, and at one time accountant for E. R. c. Clarkson of Toronto was arrested yes erday morning, charged with embedding $4, 600 from h,s mpioyer and was shortly afterward bailed out by Dr. Lett. During the forenoon Harvey pur- chased revolver The chief of police had occasion to visit Harvey's residence du ing the afternoon, and found the house closed. Forcing an entrance he found Harvey's little girl of l2 years lying on the floor of the front bedroom with her head in pool of blood. A bloody hole in her head told the means by winch she had met her death. Turning fire m the awl Ill sight he found the eldest daus shter lying beside a bed dead. The chef then went down stairs and found Mrs Harvey with a similar bullet wound. Further search revealed nothing more, and no clsw was found to the triple murder. Harvey was seen driving toward Schaw Station and it is thought he took train for Toronto. Harvey was superintendent of St. George', church Sunday school.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Murdered by Her Husband.

BALTIMORE, March 27.-A special from Cumberland, Md, says: Mrs. Leah Garlitz, aged 2s years, was shot and killed on the street last evening. and the police are looking for her husband, Melvin c. Garlitz, who is accused of the murder. Mrs Garitz and a younger sister left their fathers home about 7p. m. to go to neighboring bakery. Ar irving at the bakery the sister went in to make their purchases, and Mrs. Garlitz re mained outside on the pavement. A moment after going into the bakery the sister heard three pistol shots, and, rushing out, found Mrs. Garlitz lying on the pavement, gasping. She died without uttering a word. Several persons slate that they saw the man who fired the shots and that he was the woman's husband. They had not lived together for a long lime
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Fifty-two Days Without Food.

Lowv1LLE, March 27.-Four years ago Miss Kate Cuff, who had at that time been an invalid four years, came to Lowville from New York and paced herself under the treatment of Dr. Crosby. She suffering from chronic intestinal catarrah and chronic tubercular meningitis. Seven weeks ago last Friday it became i'm possible for her to retain food or drink upon her stomach, since which time, up to the hour of her death, which took place Sunday morning, not a mouthful of any nour,shment, water or stimulants passed her lips, making total of tifty-two day. Nourishment in the form of iquids, however, was administered by injections Miss Cuff was aged 2S years and 2 months.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
A Gift from Emperor William.

BALTIMORE, Md, March 27.-S,stsr Rene dicta, superioress of the new city hospital, has received through the mayor check for sl5O forwarded by order of Emperor Will jam of Germany, for the benefit of the in- stitution. The gift is the result of a report made by Consul Heydenreich to the foreign office at Berlin, at the request of the latter, to name some institution III Baltimore where a donation from the emperor would bs ac- ceptable. The money will be used to furnish a room in the hospital, which will be named in honor of the donor
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Pistols in q Sunday School.

UNIoNTowN, Pa., March 27-A feud has for some time existed between the Sisler and Detrich families in West Virginia, just be yond the Fayette county, Pa., Ene On Sum- day last two of the Detrich and four of the Siser boys went to Sunday school at the Baptist church, at Stewartstown. w. Va, and a row followed. The belligerents brand ished revolvers in each others face, and soon had the church to themselves. Several friends, however, put in a timely interfer- ence. Two of the Detrichs were terribly used up by the Sislers, one of them being fright fully beaten about the face and head with the butt of revolver. The Sisters fled, and are now in the vicinity of Uniontown.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Tho Majors Whisky Shot.

Some interesting things are remem bered by Sherman's Atlanta campaign veterans in connection with Lieut. Bundy, commanding a battery of artil lery, now known as Maj. Bundy, ant one of the editorial writers on Deacor Shepard's New York Mail and Express
 Lieut.. Bundy had tooth for a gooc today, and one morning at Kennesaw Mountain had sampled some Diamond B. commissary with some other officers and reached his battery in excellent spirits. Soon Col. Geary rode that way and, observing the lieutenant, gruffly ad dressed him thus:
 "Lieut. Bundy, you are drunk"
 Bundy answered back, as quick as Q flash:
 "Col. Geary, you arc d-d liar!''
 Here was situation. Geary was to him: "You are so drunk you don't know that gun from hollow log"
 "I don't, eh? I'll show you whether ] do or not See that bunch of rebs over there?' pointing to group of Confeder. ate officers taking an observation from an eminence half mile away. "Jus, watch me scatter 'em."
 Seizing the tail of gun. he ierked i, around, got the range, adjusted every thing to his liking, gave the order to fire exploding four inch shell right in the midst of the group of Confederates, who hastily retired to cover, carving with them their wounded.
 Col. Geary withdrew his offensive re. marks, complimented Bundy on his skill and rode away.
 Lieut.. Bundy was an expert artillerist, and could land shell about where he wanted to.
 The writer has often heard it said by Federals who ought to know that he fired the shot that killed Gen. Polk kennesaw Gazette.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Newfoundland Game.

ST. JOHNS, N. F., March 27.-Newfound- land is about to take steps to protect the caribou, yet found in abundance in the in- terior solitudes of the island. Their reckless destruction has rendered this necessary. Last year MT. Mu>grave, an Engiishman, slaughtered eighty deer, leaving their car cases to rot on the ground. Gen. Dash wood, an English sportsman, brought down twenty three fine stags. Two American sportsmen, with repeating rifles, boasted of having slain over 100 deer. This awakened commercial speculation. A Chicago firm an nounced that they were going to establish a factory to can venison and send party with rifles to knock over game A license fee of $10O for nonresident hunters is proposed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Heavy Failure i'm Rnxtnu-

BOSTON, March 27.-The old leather firm of E. Cummings & Go. has failed and the liabilities approach s400,0O0 The failure was caused by the general depression of the leather business They have q large tanuery in Woburn, and when running on ful time the product is about 1,20O to 1,5OO hides weekly, giving employment to about 15O hands The creditors are among the banks and the rough leather dealers, largo part of the indebtedness being in paper While the business is generally supposed to be a cash one, the banks have been in the habit of buying this class of paper as an invest ment. There was decline in raw hides twu years ago, and there has been a general loss ill the tanning business for q year past.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
shot by n COwardly Husband.

CINCINNATI, March 27.-Ed Rickard, for merly employed ill the freight department of the Cincinnati Southern railroad, shot and fatally wounded his wife, Laura, last night, a few steps from the Bremen street police station. The couple have been married about two years, but they did not get along very well together, and Mrs. Rckard left her hus- band few months ago and returned to he1. fathers house. Mrs. R!ckard was walking along the street when her husband sneaked up behind her and fired, the bullet striking her in the back. The injured woman stag gered to her home, short distance away, and fell into her fathers arms Rickard es- caDai
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27

PHILADELPHIA, March 27-The pilot boat Edmunds reports she picked up cinker built boat in good condition, marked on the port bow with "Conserva." The boat was picked up off Fenwicks Island, and in it were four oars, lashed, a new painter and new lines on each end, every thing being covered with fish oil, including the ropes The boat was landed at Cape May. The pilot boat Bayard reports that on March g, off Fen wick's Island light ship bearing about north west by north, distant twelve miles, she passed the half of ships whale boat, clinker built, which looked as if she had been run into and split It had a new painter attached to it, also log line and reel, winch were taken out by the pilot.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Trial of Alleged DYnamiters.

GENEVA, Ills, March 27.-The trial of the "Q" dynamiters, Godding, keogh and Broder- ick, charged with conspiring to destroy Chi cago Burlington and Quincy railroad prop erty by the use of dynamite during the strike on that road year ago, was begun before Judge Kellum yesterday. The judge refused to grant separate trial to the men, but the state attorney after conference entered d nolle prosequi as to keogh. After long argument the court overruled a motion by the defense to exclude from the prosecution three attorneys who admitted they were in the employ of the railroad to assist the states alto
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Fotal lSeSult of n Quarrel.

TowsoN, Md, March 27.-Alfred E. Gull lom killed William R. Spencer of Hartford county, at the formers tavern at Little Falls on the Philadelphia road The primary cause of the killing originated ill quarrel at public sale of the "Old Forge" property, be- tween 0 man named Price and Cullom about competitive bids After the sale Price and Spencer went to Cullom's tavern and renewed the quarrel. Price and Spencer finally as saulted Cullon,, d. agged him out on the road and cut him on the head and face Cullom escaped to his house, got his gun, and shot Spencer dead.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Fatal COlliSlOn.

ATLANTA, Ga, March 27.-An East Ten nessee, Vrg nia and Georgia south bound passenger tra a,n was in collision With freight train twenty miles south of Atlanta yester. day aftel noon. Engineer Gillon, of the pa senger train, was killed. The engineer of the freight train, both ffremsn and both con- ductors were hurt The baggage master ana the express messenger were bruised. R. T. Wilson and L. s. Hydeman, of New York; Jake Dart, of Brunswick, d A. J. Lyle, of Atlanta passengers, were injured-none seri- Ously
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Burial of Justice Matthews.

CINCINNATI, March p. - The burial of Stanley Matthews, late associate justice of the supreme court of tho United States was a simple, beautiful ceremony. At Spring Grove cemetery the burial service of the Protestant Episcopal church was read by Rev. Dr. Pise, of Glendale. Besides the members of the family and the justices of the supreme court and others from Washington there were present Governor Foraker, Lieu tenant Governor Lyon, members of the Ohio senate, committee of the house of repre- sentatives, Henry Watterson, Murat Hal stead and Rutherford Hayes Flowers from the president and Mrs. Harrison were left on the grave
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27

LONDON, March 27.-Count Herbert Bis marck dined with Lord Salisbury tonight. The Marquis of Harrington was present, and the three conversed until midnight.
 ST. PETERSBURG, March 27.-The arrange ments for transporting the army to any quar- ter of the country in the event of war have been completed. The entire country has been divided into specified districts, with officers designated to control the military movements in each district.
 ROME, March 27.-A papal rescript viii shortly be issued conferring upon the Wash ington Catholic university a monopoly of superior education for the Catholic clergy of America.
 MADRID, March 27.-Queen Regent Chris tina arrived at San Sebastian yeste, day, with Prime Minister Sagasta and other nota- bles, to meet Queen Victoria. The city is gayly decorated in honor of the event.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Salzman Not Yet Captured,

NEWARK, N. J., March 27.-Mrs Mutter continues to improve. The man arrested at Jamaica is not Salzman. Barbara Branden- berg, Salzman's friend, who left Yonkers about the time that Salzman disappeared has been found at Wilkesbarre, Pa, working as 8 servant for the family of Superintendent Arbray, of the Hess and Goldschmidt silk mills She had not heard of Salzman's crime. When told of it she said Salzman would cer- tainly visit her as soon as he learned where she was. The police are arranging to catch him if he goes to Wilkesbarre
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
An Unfortunate Family,

JAMESTOWN, N. Y., March 27-Timothy Sullivan, a switchman m the New York. Pennsylvania and Ohio railroads yard, had his shoulder dislocated yesterday afternoon. He was taken to Dr. Bemus' office for treat ment, and died a few minutes later while under the influence of ether given to quiet the pain. He was 2S years old. His father died suddenly, his only brother was killed on the railroad, and his mother was burned to death. all within few years He leaves an invalid sister, who depended upon hira for support
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
A Priests Remarkable Conduct.

LONDON, March T.-On the occasion of the czar's last visit to the Fortress Cathedral of St Peter and St. Paul, on the anniversary of his fathers death, strange scene oc- cured. The officiating priest who presented the crucifix for the homage of his sovereign said to the czar: Your majesty's greatest enemies are of your own household. Beware of Minister Vorontzow minister of the i'm perial household) and NJ. Pobiedonostzow" prosecutor general of the holy synoG. The czar ordered an immediate inquiry into the priests condition, and he was pronounced in sane and confined ill an asylum. His friends, however, assert that he is sane
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
OLD WORLD TOPICS.
Popularity of the Movement for the Ban-
 Quet to MT. Parnell.

LONDON. March 27.--So many admirers of Mir. Parnell have signified their desire to at tend :he banquet to be given the "uncrowned king" on the 11th of next month by the National Liberal club that the managers of the affair are now seeking a place large enough to accommodate the throng that is expected. The banquet will be made most signal attempt to honor MT. Parnel and at the sane time t0strike political blow by showing the strength of the feeling enter tained for the Irish leader. Tine projectors of the banquet are trying to obtain theatre, as no hall that is available is sufficiently large for their purpose. An application to the managers of the Covent Garden resulted in refusal, but no fear is felt of ultimate success in the search for a roomy banqueting
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
A Girl Rurned tn Death

READING, Pa, March 27.-The dwelling of Ephraim Laudermilch, a we'll to do farmer residing near Palmyra, Lebanon county, was burned yesterday mo ming MT. Lauder milch, his wife and two children escaped by jumping from second story window, but Kate Shade, a hired girl, 20 years old, perished in the flames. The fire destroyed the barn and other outbuildings. Mir. Laudermilch in climbing on the roof of shed was thrown down and it is thought will die from his in- juries, having sustained a fractured skull
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
The Suit Against Gen. Radeav

NEW YORK, March 27.-The suit against Gen., Adam Badeau by the government to re- cover excessive fees alleged to have been charged by the general while consul at Havana, will soon come up before the United States commissioner here, and Col. Fred. Grant and Gen Horace Porter will be par ties in the case, in the capacity of executors of the estate of Gen. U. s. Grant, who was Badeau's bondsman, and, of course, finan- cially responstble for his acts.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Three Teachers Resign.

NEW BRUNSWICK, N. J., March 27-Three of the instructors in the pre- aratory school of Rutgers college, including the head mas ter, the Rev. George F. Jewett, have re- signed, and their places are to be filled, as we'll as that of a fourth, by the trustees. Mr. Jewett resigns to take more congenial work in a public school Mr. E. D. Merrman re- signs for years rest, and Mr. H. B. Niver goes to Johns Hopkins university.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
A Ghastly Joke.

WHEELING, w. Va, March 27.-A we'll known and universally r. spected resident of the suburbs of thls city was the recipient of a mysterious box On opening it he was shocked to find toe, an ear, several fingers and other parts of a human body. On piece of skin, dried almost to parchment, was writ ten a warning for him to leave the commu- nity There is much excitement over the ghastly affair. No motive is apparent, though it is claimed by some that the whole matter is a practical joke. There is no trace of the perpetrator.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Ran Against a Professional.

NEW BRUNSWICK, N. J., March 27.-A ten mile foot race between Robert Pendergast, of this city, and Miller, of Philadelphia, took place here, and was won by Miller in sixty five minutes. The race was for $1, 900, and large amount of money changed hands. Thos who lost on the event are now angry over tho discovery that Miller is a professional instead of an amateur Pendergast is one of the sui ferers, having backed himself with all the money he had
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Death of Hon. Charles R, Cutler.

PROVIDENCE, R. l., March 27-Hon Chas. R. Cutler. of Warren, died last evening of paralysis, at the age of 67 years. H, was born at Ballston, N. Y., engaged in maritime business at Warren in 1S39 followed the sea nineteen years, twelve as captain, then en- gagged in the manufacture of cotton eordaee held various public offices, was e.ected lieu tenant governor on the Democratic ticket in 1872, was prominent Odd Fellow, and had been grand master of the state Grand Lodge of Free Masons.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
HonOring MT. Thurman.

COLUMBUS, O., March 9. The house took a short recess yesterday, to honor the pres ence of Allen G. Thurman and Judge Patton. of Defiance. Speaker Lampson introduced the "Old Roman" as one of Americas most distinguished statesmen, to which he replied that were he a young man such a prssenta- ton would cause him to blush. After pay- ing his respects to the house and thanking the members for the kind reception, he in- troduced Judge Patton, who is over 80 years of ape
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Tho Fall River Strike.

FALL RIVER, Mass, March 27.-There no change in the strike situation. The stri CTS say they can hold out long while they continue to receive the aid now b4ne rendered from outside. Rev. John Brown and others will address the strikers mass meeting today.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Dictated His Own Ob;tuarv

ST. JOSEPH, Mo, March 27.-Perhaps the oldest obituary ever written. was that die tated by Hasselton Compton, who died at his residence near this city last Thursday at the advanced age of l01 years. Mir. Compton had two sons who served under Quantrell, and the indignities to which he was subjected by the Home Guard embittered his after life.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
Exciting Fire in Springfield.

SPRINGFIELD, Mass, March 27.-A fom story brick building on Market street owned by T. NJ. Walker & Co. and occupied by Houghton Fraser with Q large stock of up holstering goods, was the scene of al exciting fire y sterd y afternoon. The damage wa chiefly to the stock, though the building wa badly damaged Both stock and buildin: were insured.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1889-03-27
The Force Surrender Their Badges.

INDIANAPOLIS, March 27. - The police force organized under the recent law has vanished by reason of the adverse decision, and nearly all of the men have surrendered their badges to Superintendent Travis and asked to be taken back upon the force. Su- perintendent Colbert and Capt. Quigley are the only ones who are standing by the com m. SiOnarS