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The Somerset reporter., 1890-06-12
CEN ERAL NEWS

Cattle are dying by hundreds on the
New Mexico ranges. The long dry win
ter caused great scarcity of f. ed
Saturday, Lewis Ialston, u Cherokee
Indian by blood, made application to the
United States Court for the Indian Terri
tory for, and was granted, citizenship, As
provided section 43 of the act of Con
gress approved May %, 1890, This is the
first citizenship granted au Indian, and
the question may solve itself in the neal
future, as many more will follow.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-06-12
Bonds Purchased Since Last
August.

The following is a statement of United
States bonds purchased from Aug. 81,
1887, to date, inclusive Amount purchas-
ed-Of IS, el35. $40 600; 4 Las, $l4O, 49,
400; total. $275. $50, 900. Cost-Of A.,
Gill, S92,S7s: Of lbs, el5l, 1921;
total. e323, 068 800. Cost at maturity-of
IS, 1894 ,423, SAT; Of 4 lbs, Sl5s, 25O, S57 /;
total, $500 1874, 20%. Saving OF 4s, esq.,
$50, 66s; Of 1-2s, $7,074 1886; total, y60,-
GOT, COS.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-06-12

When Gen. Plaisted was forcing his
"classic" speech upon the Augusta con-
vention in which he had a good deal to say
about the Republican 'corpsa" q Democrat
remarked I'VE have heard that speech be-
fore" The same remark might apply to
the platform. 1t is q rshash of the same
old phases that have done duty in 80
many campaigns. They appear with the
utmsst regularity In every Democratic
platform and are repudiated at the polls
with equal regularity. This year will be
no exception to the general rule Bangor
Wig.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-06-12

Are all our unions keeping close
watch of the workings of the scientific
instruction law? Whether it accompanies
much or little depends, Of course, on the
faithfulness with which Its provisions are
fulfilled. It is wise to keep careful eye
on what the schools are doing to educate
q generation Of abstainsrs.
The Somerset reporter., 1890-06-12
Somerset Railway,
CHANGE OF TIME.

Trans will run as follows, connecting ut Oak
land with Maine Central Railroads,
r0r Boston, Portland, lewiston, Watervllle,
Augusta and Bangor.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
MINERAL LANDS.
An Important Decision A ffecting Railroad
Grants.

WASHINGTON August 3O.-The secre-
tary of the interior today decided the
case of the Central Pacific railroad
against S. d. Valentine, involving the
question of exception of mineral lands
from railroad grants. The particular
tract involved, is in the Sacramento,
California, land district. THE secretary
holds that by the terms OF the railroad
grant, all mineral lands are excepted
from its operation, whether known
to be mineral in character at
the date when the railroad company's
rights were attached under the grant,
or not, if they are discovered to be
mineral lands at any time before the
issuance of patent to the company,
or a certifcation where a patent is not
required. He also holds nFthat the dis
covery of the mineral character of the
lands, after the company's rights have
attachedto it's granted lands, proves
that such lands were mineral
in character at the date
when the company's right attached, and
were therefore within the terms of ex-
ception from the grant. This decision
is of vast Importance to railroads run
ming through mineral belts. This de-
cision is contrary to the doctrine laid
down by Judge Sawyer, United States
circuit Judge in California, in a recent
decision in the case of Franconen
against Newhouse.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
The Effort to Get Russia to
Enter 1t.
Good Prospects For the SOlu-
ton of the Balkan Troubles.
Arrangements For the Meeting of
. the SOyereigns.
The Gear Sends an Envoy to Paris tt
Quiet the Fears of the French.
Gable Flashes.
Associated Press Dispatches.

Associated Press Dispatches.
BERLIN, Augugt 30.-[Copyrighted by
the New York Associated Press. THE
progress of the negotiations for the en-
trance of Russia into the European
entente, is indicated by arrangements
for the autumn meeting of the SOW
ereigns. The projected interview de-
pends largely upon Austria's acceptance
of the terms on which Emperor Will
liam proposes the revision of the Berlin
treaty.
The opinion of the foreign Office Off
cials here continues hopeful for defin-
ite solution of the Balkan troubles
before the end of the year. The
Czar has sent the Grand Duke Michael,
president of the Russian council,
on special mission to Paris to reassure
the French government. The Moscow
Gazette seeks to calm the fears expressed
by the French Press in regard to the
desertion of France by Russia, by de-
claring that the Cars persistent aim is
to maintain the balance of power, recog-
nizing the fact that Russia and France
have common interests and united re-
sponsibilities.
Prominent among the measures agreed
upon by De Geirs and Won Caprivi, will
be found one looking to the interna-
tional repression of Anarchists and Nj
hilists, the Gar desiring European con-
cert on this matter. The riotous meet
ing of Berlin Socialists at Friedrichsrue
has given the government preteXt for
ordering special military precautions
against greater disorders. The tumult
at Friedrichsrue arose from an abusive
attack made by Herr Willie upon Bebel.
At the Catholic congress at Coblentz,
six thougand persons attended: The
congress demands the re-establishment
in Germany OF all the Catholic orders,
including the Jesuits, and the restora-
ton OF the Pope's temporal power; also
government subvention for Catholic mis-
sions in German Africa.
The New York rifemen left for home
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
A TERRIBLE TRAGEDY.
A Worthless Scamp Murders His Family
nt and Suicides.

STOCKTON, August 3O.-A citizen OF
this county who came from San An
dreas today, reports that terrible
tragedy occurred at Westpoint, a min
ing town OF Calaveras county, Friday
night, in which a man named Gala
CHER shot his wife fatally, killed his son
aged ten years, then committed suicide.
The news was brought to San Andreas
early this morning, by a messenger who
went there for a doctor. From him
it was learned that Gallagher had been
drinking heavily, and in fit of passion
shot his family and himself. His wife
was not dead, the messenger said, but
she was not expected to live. Mrs. Gal
lagher had kept hotel at Westpoint
for several years, and lately her husband
had been away, but she sent.him money
to return home. He came home recently,
and it is said wanted more money, as
his wife was well to do, but she refused
to advance further sums to him.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31

neighbor's. Her horse reared and
pitched. She was thrown out of the
vehicle, striking on her head and back,
fracturing her skull and dislocating her
spine. She is still unconscious, and
there is no hope for her recovery.
John Bentley, proprietor of the Strine
house, has left town, leaving debts
amounting to $4,000. Bentley has been
l.ere year, and did good business,
but lately he had been living rather a
fast life. He left Thursday on the pre-
text OF short business trip to Portland.
A letter was received by the hotel clerk
this morning, from Bentley, saying he
had gone for good. Several creditors
have combined to attach the hotel, fur
niture, and fixtures. 1t is thought Bent
ley took $4,000 with him, and that he
has gone to his former home in Kansas.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
PACIFIC ROADS.
A Minority Report Against the Refund
ing Bill.

ing Bill.
WASHINGTON, August 30.-Represent-
ative Dalzell today submitted to the
house, in behalf of the minority house
committee on Pacific railways, report
in opposition to the bill for refunding
the debt of the Central and Union Pa
cific roads. 1t is signed by Dalzell,
Flick, Cooper, of Indiana, O'Neil, Of
Massachusetts, and Reilly. The opposi-
ton OF these representatives is based
upon different reasons, and they re-
frain, therefore, from setting forth
at length their individual views. Some
of them are of the opinion that this leg
islation is premature at this time, as
the seven years yet to elapse before the
maturity of the debt, may bring forth
changes in the financial position that
would prove any action taken at this
time. unwise. If funding acts eventu-
ally prove the proper methods, they can
as well be pressed hereafter, when
the real relation between the
government and debtors at the time
the debts mature, can be intelligently
grasped. The minority are unanimous
in the opinion that the railway COM
panies are not justified in asking any ar
rangement upon business principles,
except on the basis that they shall pay
the uttermost farthing of their debt.
They are clearly of the opinion, as a
plain business proposition, that the bill
reported by the majority gives an unjust
advantage to the debtors, and fails to do
justice to the government.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
San Jose JOttings.

SAN JOSE, CAL, August 30.-The state
pharmaceutical society adjourned today
The next meeting will be held in Stock
ton.
The Republican congressional con-
vention of the 9th district, which was to
have been held at the Hotel Vendome,
today, was postponed until September
Goth.
An inquest was held on the remains Of
Charles Johnson today, the evidence
showing that he was brutally murdered
by Thomas Vickers, who, while drunk,
beat him over the head with scantling.
There was large nail in one end of it,
and this penetrated his brain. Vickers
was today held to answer the charge Of
murder
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31

Eastern Games.
CHICAGO, August 30-The ball games
today resulted as follows:
NATIONAL LEAGUE.
At New York--First game New York
5; Pittsburg, 0. Second game: New
York, =; Pittsburg, 3.
At Brooklyn-Brooklyn, 2 Cleveland,0 O.
At Boston-Boston, 5; Cleve land, 6.
At Philadelphia Philadelphia, g.
Chicago, TO-
BROTHERHOOD.
At Boston.-First game: Boston, IS
Pittsburg, 4. Second game: Boston, 5;
Pittsburg, 2.
At Brooklyn.-Brooklyn, A. Cleveland
10.
At New ork.-New York, 6; Chicago
At Philadelphia. = Philadelphia, s
Buffalo, 3.
At Philadelphia.-First game: Ath-
letics, 3; Columbus, 8. Second game
Athletics, 2: Columbus, 7.
At Baltimore e.-Baltimore, 4 st. Louis
7.
At racuse.-Louisville game post
poned: rain.
At Rochester, Rochester 5; Toledo
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
An Unsuccessful HOld-up.

CINCINNATI, August 3O.-This morning
when train on the Big Four road
stopped at Addiston, the paymaster of
the company alighted, carrying a satch-
ell with money for the payment OF the
men. With him was the superintend-
ent OF the works and an assist
ant. A desperate suddenly appeared
with drawn revolver and demanded
the money. The men quickly drew
their weapons. The robber discharged
his revolver and escaped. 1t is thought
he was wounded in the melee. So con-
fused was the engineer, that he ran his
train into some cars on siding, damag-
ino hnth
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
Closing Events at Hartford.

HARTFORD, August 30.-Closing day of
the grand circuit today. Guy trotted an
exhibition mile in 2:11R =, and C.J. Ham
lin, of Buffalo, drove in double harness
his mares, Belle Hamlin, and Justina,
mile in 2:1534, reducing their own rec
ord of :164, and equalling the time
made by Maxy Cobb and Media Medium,
at Fleetwood in 1854.
Capital guaranteed stakes, for foals 49,
$1,000 Kelly Bird won, Abbie V. Sec
ond, Carlos third. Best time, 2:22.
Glass 2:29, trot, 81 DOOR,. M. Taylor
won, Maggie T. second, Nightingale
third, Tom Cargenter fourth. Best time
2.24
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
Fire at Sanger

FRESNO, August 30.-The town of
Sanger, fourteen miles from here, had a
disastrous fire this morning. The
flames started in the rear of Hawley q
Co. store, and destroyed it and the
two adjoining buildings, Walton Bros
and Elmore's drug store. Hawley's
loss is $4,000; insurance, $500. Wal
ton Bros loss is $500; insured for
$4OO. Elmore's loss $1,000. The
Sanger Herald was also burned out; in
surance $500.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
LONG DISTANCE CYCLING.
The Record Broken in the Great Century
Handicap.

The Record Broken in the Great Century
Handicap.
BUFFALO, August 30.-The event OF
the bicycle racing today was the great
century run handicap from Erie to this
city. The starters were McDaniels, o1
Wilmington; Nasmith, of Toronto
Christ, of Tcnawanda; Crooke, of Buf-
falo and Van Wagner, of Newport.
They left Erie at s :2515 this morning and
although the roads were rather heavy
the race resulted in the smashing OF
records. Van Wagner was never
headed, though the men were well
punched until the last few miles. Christ
dropped out at Fredonia, about ten
miles from the finish. Van Wagner
completed the run at s S05 p. m, with
McDaniels a good second, Crook third
and Nasmith fourth. The winners time
was seven hours, thirty-nine and half
minutes. The record was eight honrs,
two minutes.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
INSTANTANEOUS MEETING.
An Important Convention to be Held in
America.

DUBLIN, August 3O.-The plans for an
Irish-American convention to be held in
America, are now completed. Dillon
and O'Brien will be accompanied by two
other Irish members, and the whole
party will be under strict injunctions
from headquarters. The method of war
fare adopted by the special commission,
and the evidence given concerning
the movements of Irish delegates
and their associations in America, have
rendered this step necessary. Impor-
tant changes are to be made in the
methods of transmitting subscriptions to
the central association. 1t has been
customary to send different sums to one
centre in America, and thence to Dub
lin. In the future the central Office will
be abolished and each branch will for
ward it's subscriptions direct to Dublin.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
Three Men Killed.

CLEVELAND, Ohio, August 3O.-Rine-
hardt Schneider, Patrick Dooley and
Michael Daley, the first two employees OF
the National Carbon works were instantly
killed this evening by the Lake Shore
express. The three men were crossing
the track on beer wagon, when the
train struck them.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
SunOl and PalO Alto.

PHILADELPHIA, August 30.-This morn
ing Sunol and Palo Alto were given their
first speed since their arrival at Belmont
park. Palo Alto, driven by Marvin,
made a mile in 2:13, after which Marvin
brought ont Sunol and speeded her a
mile in 2121a. The track was dead
owing to rain. The horses are in good
shape, and the track, if the g, weather
when they will 60 against their records.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
Brandy to Advance.

LOUISVILLE, KY, August 30.-It is
authoritatively stated here that the
combination in control of the fruit
brandy trade, will soon advance the
price 10 cents gallon. One dealer here
has $4,000 gallons waiting for the
advance.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
An ExDIOsiOn of A cid +.

New YORK, August 30.-While the
City OF Chester, of the Inman line, was
lying at her dock tonight, an explosion
occurred in the hold where several men
were engaged unloading the vessel.
One of number lof carboys of carbolic
acid burst, and the fluid burned three
men, one fatally, and two seriously.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
A PASTOR POLITICS.
His Resignation Demanded By the Ad-
visOry Board.

CINCINNATI, o., August 30.-The First
Baptist church has become involved in a
disagreement concerning it's pastor, Rev.
G. M. Lockwood, who was recently nom-
mated for secretary of state by the Pro
hibitionists. At meeting of the ad-
visory board during Lockwood's absence
resolutions were adopted requesting
him to resign. Upon his return a
church meeting was held, at which a
vote was taken against his resignation,
and declaring the meeting of the advis-
ory board illegal, and its proceedings
void. There is denial by those oppos-
ing Lockwood that their opposition is
caused by his candidacy on the Prohibi-
ton ticket
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
CENTRAL AMERICA.
Ezeta Likely to Remain President OF
San Salvador.

San Salvador.
CRY OF MEXICO, August 30.-The
rumors of the peace arrangements in
Central America are conflicting. The
general belief is that Ayala will not act
as president, and that when Guatemala
insisted upon return to the state of
affairs existing before the death
of Menendez, it was with
the secret understanding that
the legislative assembly existing
before the late presidents death, and
then faithful to Menendez, but now sup
porting Ezeta, should be called to gov
ern the county until the election OF
president, the choice of president to
be arranged beforehand. The peace
protocol is favorable to Ezeta but is
worded and arranged so as to hurt no
body's feelings, and affairs will be as be-
fore, with Ezeta as President.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
Chinese Raisin Curers Strike.

FRESNO, August 80. Hundreds OF
Cinnamon working in the vineyards
here, have struck during the past week
for raise OF wages from S1.55 to $1.75
per day. They had contracted
to work during the season
at $1.30 to $1.35 per day and
board themselves. As a consequence OF
the strike, there is a great scarcity OF
labor. White men are being brought
from abroad in large numbers. One
hundred and fifty arrived from San
Francisco today and were put to work.
The wages offered white men are $l.25
to $1.50, with board furnished.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
Policemen Battered.

CHICAGO, August 30.-A gang of sewer
builders got on drunken tear this even
ing in the northwestern portion of the
city. A policeman tried to quiet them,
when the men set upon him and beat
him so that he car hardly live. A citi-
zen sent in an alarm, and four
officers came in the patrol wagon. They
had hard fight with thirty drunken
men, but finally diiposed of them, and
secured the leaders. All the policeman
were pretty we'll battered up.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
DaZed BY Lightning

MARYsvILLE, Calf, August 30.--Dur-
ing thunder storm at Wheatland, yes
terday, Mrs. Stanford, who was picking
hops in a field, was struck by lightning.
She was holding on to a wire at the
time, and was rendered unconscious,
but she was revived in several hours,
and is now out of danger.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31

this afternoon was fairly well played,
but the Stocktons were not in it from
the start, being utterly unable to hit
Shaw's pitching.
Score-Oakland, 10; Stockton 2.
SACRAMENTO, August 30.-Sacramento
turned the tables on the Friscos this
afternoon, and gave them sound
drubbing, the score being IL to /.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
Christian Convention.

SANTA. Cruz, August 30.--Delegates to
the annual convention of Christian
churches of California assembled at
Garfield park this morning. A few COM
mittees were appointed, and the con-
vention adjourned till Monday morning.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
FATAL EXPLOSION.
Workmen Fearfully Mangled by Pre-
mature Blast

NARRAGANsETT PIER, r. l., August 30.
"A cartridge in hole drilled in a ledge
which is being removed to accommodate
the sewer system was exploded
this morning by some Italians.
One mans arm was shattered, and his
body so riddled with stones, that he
died in two hours. Another had both
eyes blown out. A third had cut made
in his scalp, and hardly escaped being
Drained, while two others were severely
hurt
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
The Strike at Melbourne.

MELBOURNE, August 30.-A proclama-
ton has been posted throughout the
city, prohibiting gatherings of men, the
object of which is to intimidate work.
men who refuse to strike. A guard has
been placed about the gas works. and
some gas will be available tonight.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
Petaluma Races.

PETALUMA, August 30.-First race for
2:24 class, purse 81 $1,000-Won by Mary
Low; best time 2:224.
Second race, two-year-old colt stake
Won by Vida Wilkes; best time 2:2S1a
Last race-Won by George Washing
ton; Ned Lock, second; best time
2.271a
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31

today. Many honors were shown them
before their departure.
Emperor Francis Joseph and the Re-
gent of Bavaria, are meditating between
Emperor William and Prince Bismarck,
and their reconciliation is almost eff
fected
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
More Bonds to be Redeemed.
ABIG STRIKE PENDING &.
Chicago Carpenters and Bricklayers Join
Forces.

Forces.
CHICAGO, August 30.-That there will
be general strike of union carpenters
Monday, is considered foregone con-
clusion, and the leaders are preparing
for it. The carpenters have enlisted the
active sympathy of the Bricklayer's I'm
ion, the most powerful labor organization
in Chicago. This union will demand of
the master builders settlement of the
strike by arbitration; should it be- re-
fused general strike in the building
trades is looked for.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
High Tide on the Jersey Shore.

AsBURY PARK, N. j., August 30.-The
sea ran high all day. The surf reached
under the bathing houses at the loot OF
Second avenue, toppling them over into
the water. Electric light poles are down,
and the board walk is being torn to
snlinters
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
Webb Summoned.

New YORK, August 3O.-In connec-
ton with the strike, Vice-President
Webb, of the New York Central, is sum-
moned to appear before the state
board of arbitration, Tuesday.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
Races at Chico.

CHICO, August 30.-First race, 2:27
class-Frank M. won, Vie II. second.
Best time 2:18.
Second race, 2:25 pacing-C. w. G..
won the first heat, Wapple second, time
2:2S. Races not finished.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
AFFAIRS IN SAMOA.
King MalietOa's Restless
Subjects.
Mataafa's AdherentS Threaten
ing Trouble.
The Tripartite COnsuls Take Prompt
Action.
The Native Villagers Warned That They
Must Respect the Kings
Authority.
Associated Press Dispatches.

APIA, Samoa, August PIPER steamer
Alameda to San Francisco Action has
been taken here recently by the consular
representatives of America, Great Britain
and Germany to quell the disquietude
growing out OF the efforts of the former
king, Mataafa, to regain his lost
power. The consuls issued a
proclamation warning the discon-
tented natives against forming
any intrigues to place Mataafa in power,
and declaring that Malietoa had been
recognized as king of Samoa by the
three powers, and that any Samoan vii
lage that should rebel against him
would be severely punished. This proc
lamation, signed by the consuls, was
printed in the Samoan language and dis
tributed throughout the islands.
United States Consul General Sewall
went at once to the island of Savaii, on
the man-of-war Mohican, and called
districts. The chiefs assured Mr.. Sewall
King, and that they had no intention of
uOlliS any CHlllS UlldI WOulu CduSc uIOuUlc
on the islands. Mr.. Sewall expressed
himself as satisfied, but warned the
chiefs that any encouragement to dissaf-
fected persons would be severely pun
ished.
DR.. Steubel, German consul general,
also visited Savaii and gave the chiefs
similar warning. These visits are be-
lieved to have resulted in much good,
though number OF the natives are re-
ported to be still in a state of unrest.
The United States man-of-war Iroquois
arrived at Apia from San Francisco, by
way of Honolulu, August 9th, and is
the only American ship here now, the
Mohican having sailed for Fiji after the
cruiser arrived. The German cruiser
Spesba arrived here July 3Oth.
Los Angeles herald., 1890-08-31
Stole $1,000.

SEATTLE, WASH, August 30.-Fred s.
Calm. young man scarcely 2l years
of age, was arrested tonight by deputy
sheriff and city detective. He is a
freight clerk on the steam boat Idaho,
and is charged with stealing 81 900,
which was in canvas sack of the
Western Express company. A
week ago the express company
sent $4,000 in gold coin to their bank at
Laccner The money was put in a can
vas sack, sealed up and sent by the
steamer, Idaho, and some one had cut a
small hole in the head of the sack, took
81 900 of the amount out, and careful lily
sewed up the hole again. The seal had
not being broken. The loss was not i'm
mediately known, but when the robbery
was discovered the young clerks move
ments were shadowed.