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Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
THE TELEGRAPH TOURNEY.
Great Interest Taken in the Exciting
Contest in Now York,

Great Interest Taken In the Exciting
Contest in Now York,
New YORK, April 11.-About six hun
dred knights and ladies of the clicking
key attended the opening of the ma
tional fast sending tournament at Hard
man Hall. The interest in the tourna-
ment between the most rapid and &C
complished operators in America was
widespread, as the winners are ranked
as the stars of the service.
Fifteen young women contested in the
ladies' free for all class, each contestant
sending for five minutes. The prizes
were awarded to those sending the
most words in the given time, provid-
ing tho messages were adjudged read
able. The first prize of $50 was won by
Miss K. B. Stephenson. her record be-
ing 217 words. The second prize of $40
went to Miss B. NJ. Dennis, record, 212
words and four characters. The third
prize of $40 went to Miss E. R. Vanse-
low, record. POI words and four charac-
ters.
The old timers contest resulted as
follows: First prize, "A. S. Ayres, New
York, United Press, 229; second prize,
Fred Catlin, New York, Western Union
Telegraph Company, 217; g. NJ. Eitemil-
Ter, 1914; ]. H. Dwight, 1897. First
prize, $50; second prize, $40.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
SUNK AT SEA.
Tho Passenger Steamer Avoca Goes Dow,
in u Collision but No Lives Lost.

Tho Passenger Steamer Avoca Goes Down
in u Collision but No Lives Lost
LONDON, April 1.-THE British steam
ship North Cambria, Capt. Roberts, from
Baltimore March % for Hamburg, ar
rived at Dover in leaking condition.
Her bows we're stove and her fore
compartments filed with water as the
result of a collision with the passenger
steamer Avoca, at midnightW ednesday.
The latter vessel, which was bound
from London for Dublin, was sunk. No
lives were lost.
The North Cambria struck the Avoca
amidships with great force and cut half
way through her hull. There were 10
passengers, including several women
and children.
A scene of confusion followed the col
lision. The terrified passengers rushed
partially clad from their berths to
the deck. The boats, FIVE in number,
were promptly lowered and the passen-
gers and crew, in all 81 persons, hastily
rowed away a short distance.
After the boats had stood by the
sinking steamer for two hours, the
North Cambria picked up their occu-
pants and carried them to Dover.
The passengers of the steamboat
Avoca related tale of terrible suffer
ing. Many Of them were absolutely
naked and exposed to the bitter cold
in open boats they were chilled to their
bones. A few of them were fortunate
| enough to secure blankets in which to
wrap themselves, but even these cover
| ings afforded but slight protection from
| the biting wind.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
HE Is PASSING AWAY
Ex.Speaker Randall Calmly
Awaiting Death.
H1s1RoNw111 KEEPS SHIN ALIVE
He Begs His Wife Not to Grieve for He
is Ready to Die.

Ais Family and Phyaicians Constantly At
His Bedside-He Suffers Sinking Spells.
Nothing but Miracle Could Save the
Dying Statesman - Postmaster-General
Wanamaksr Devoted In His Attentions.
WASHINGTON, April II. - Samuel ].
Randall passed a wretched night, and
more than once it was feared that the
end had come. His family and physi-
clans are constantly at his bedside.
Now and then he suffers sinking spells,
from which he rallies much weaker
than before.
A consultation ofphysicians was held.
There were present Drs. Malan, Lancaster
and Townshend. They all agree that
nothing but miracle could save the dy-
ing statesman.
No one is permitted to enter except
Rev. DR.. Chester, Mr.. Randall's spiritual
adviser; the ply sicians and Postmaster
General Wanamaker, who has been de-
voted In his attentions to the distin
guished sufferer.
DR.. Malan said this morning that
Mr.. Randall might live three days or die
within an hour. Nothing but his in
domitable pluck, he said, prolonged
life. The doctor expressed fear lest one
of the frequent sinking spells would
carry the patient away.
Shortly after the phycician made this
statement it was reported that Mr.. Ran
dali had awakened from ftful sleep,
called for his wife. recognized her, and
begged her not to grieve. for he was
ready to go.
In the House of Representatives much
feeling is displayed by old colleagues of
Mr.. Randall, when speaking of the lat
ter's condition and approaching death.
Mr.. O'Neill of Pennsylvania, who will
succeed the dying man as the member
of longest continual service, was moved
to tears when Speaker Reed came to him
yesterday to ask after Mr.. Randall.
A rumor that Mr.. Randall was dead
reached the Capitol and caused sensa-
| ton. Several members rushed over to
DR.. Mallon's Office to find out If the
| report was true. Others went to his
home on G street. Many eyes have
been directed towards the flags over the
house of Congress to-day In the momen-
tsry expectation that they would be run
| down to half mast.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
MOBBED A MARQUIS
Thousands of Anti-Carlists
Surround His Hotel.
SEVERAL BUILDINGS FIRED.
The Military in Command Of Valencia
and the Garrison Under Arms.

Terrible Suffering Endured by the Pas
sensers of the steamer Avoca-John
Burns in Poor Observation-Disclosures
Denounces Gladstone's Home Rule
Measure-A Duel Fought With SwordA
MADRID, April 1.-THE Marquis of
Cerralbo, tho Carlist leader, arrived
here last evening. His coming had been
previously announced and thousands of
anti-C arlists assembled at the railway
station to express their destestation of
him and his cause.
As he stepped from the train he was
greeted with jeers and groans and the
whole crowd followed him to his hotel.
AS he entered the hotel the mob at
tackled the building with stones and en-
deavored to set fire to it. The military
was summoned and charged upon the
rioters, wounding many of them, some
seriously.
Later a mob Of 2, 900 invaded the Car
list club rooms, and set fire to the furni-
ture and endeavored to obstruct the
work of the fremen. The crowd then
smashed and burned a carriage stand
ing in the courtyard.
Another mob attempted to burn .
church. The troops prevented them
from firing the building but we're I'M
able to dispense the crowd, which con-
stantly increased in numbers. Fin ally
the mob raised two barricades in the
streets and took positions behind them.
The military authorities have taken
command of the CITY, and the whole
garrison is under arms.
The members of the Carlist Club fred
revolvers into the crowd and severely
wounded three of the rioters. The mob
na6a Aftamnt tn 4Qck the .IaS1
College, but were prevented by the
military. The troops occupy all the
p oints likely to be attacked by the
rio ters.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
THE POLICE CALLED IN.
Tho Followers OF Bishop Eshex Barre
Out of the Conference.

Tho Followers OF Bishop Eshex Barred
Out Of the Conference.
CHICAGO, April 1.-THE Conference of
the General Evangelical Church dele
gates, being held in the Sheffield Ave-
nue. Church, was begun, as was pro-
dictsd, with a row. and the police were
called in.
O'Clock the crowd in front of the doors
became so dense that the street cars
were stopped. Deacon Bergman, of the
Bishop Dubs. faction, who were inside
and in possession of the church, locked
tho doors and prevented tho entrance of
Bishop Esher and his followers. The
greatest commotion followed.
The followers of Bishop Esher finally
withdrew and started up a conference
Of their own in neighboring church.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
BRAIN MATERIAL.
A Firm that Furnishes Essays and Com
positions to College Students.

A Firm that Furnishes Essays and Com
positions to College Students.
New HAVEN, Conn, April 1.-The
Yale senior class has received from
a Tifin, o., firm a package of circulars
to be distributed to members of the
GLASS in which the firm offers to furnish
essays, compositions, debates, orations,
ETC., by the Wholesale at prices ranging
from So to $25. The circular after Civ
ing the details of the scheme concludes
as follows:
"There are students who waste both
time and parental money in gorging n
brain with material that is essentially
as foreign to that particular intellect
as sawdust is to the human system.
The large number of productions that
we have furnished to the best colleges
in the land have given entire satisfac-
ton" The circular is signed Colches-
ter, Roberts & Co.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Offended tho British Premier.

LONDON, April IA dispatch from
Monte Carlo says that Lord and Lady
Salisbury appeared at the entrance
to the Casino last evening without tick
cts and were denied admission. The
British Consular officials were sum
moned, whereupon tickets were pro-
cured. The most profuse apologies were
rendered Lord Salisbury who, after pro-
ducing and signing blank passport,
refused to enter the building and talked
indignantlyaway.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
BOYS ON STRIKE.
Ons Thousand Hands Affected and . Fac.
tory Compelled t. Shut Down.

P1rrsBURa, Pa, April ia general
strike of boys employed in the Penn
avenue factories and glass houses for
more wages seems to be in the air. Yes
terday rs boys employed in the Corr
factory of Armstrong Bros. & Co.
struck, demanding an increase Of fifty
cents q week. The strike throws the
entire factory into idleness. There are
900 employees. The boys are paid from
s. to IS a week. The firm will adver-
tise for new boys and will ask for po-
ioe protection.
The boys employed in McCully's flint
and green glass houses Joined the strike
at Hamilton's factory and demanded an
advance of wages. Ono thousand men
and boys are affected by the two strikes.
The boys made arrangements for the
strike so quietly that not one of the
blowers knew anything about it until
the signal was given and they left
the factories.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Three Attempt. at Suicide.

TRENTON, N. j., April 11.-Adolph
Gross, q German Hebrew, who was ar
rested near the Pennsylvania Railroad
station for attempting to drown him
self in the Assaunpint Creek, tried to
kill himself in his cell. He attempted
to hang himself with his suspenders
and failed, and then held his head, face
down, in a basin of water. Gross is
apparently demented. When arrested
he had $40, bank book showing $500
to his credit, and a railroad ticket from
Now York to Pittsburg.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Completed His 0reas Ladder.

KEARNY, N. j., April 11.-John fAii
week in placing line of ladders to the
top of Clarke's great chimney has
finished his work He covered the top
of the chimney with planking, and ar
ranged block with which to hoist the
masons from the interior of the chimney
to the top. The masons will ascend in
a chair carrying two lanterns, and will
make q minute examination of the
extent of the injuries sustained by the
stack as the result of it's being struck
by recent lightning bolt.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
A Fugitive from Justice.

PHILADELPHIA April IA. E. Weller,
a farmer, who is extensively known
throughout eastern Lancaster County
as a commission merchant, is q fugitive
from justice. He is charged with forg-
ing the name Of Peter Worst to q bond
whereby he obtained possession of tho
farm he has lately lived on. He is also
accused of forging the names of Worst
and ]. f. Stoltsfus on numerous notes
to the amount of $1,000. Weller also
imposed number of spurious
notes on private individuals who dis
counted them.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Poll Surrendered by His Bondsman.

New YORK, April 11.-George H. Pell,
who was arrested with P. S. Claasen for
completely in attempting to wreck the
Sixth National Bank, was surrendered
to United States Marshal Jacobus by
John McDermott, one of his bondsmen.
Mrs. Spaulding, sister of the accused,
who was on the bond with McDermott,
offered bonds in the sum of $50, 900, but
the United States Commissioner re-
quired two bondsmen in $25, 900 each.
Pell was taken to Ludlow Street Jail,
where he will remain until bailed out
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Treasurer Archer Arrested.

BALTIMORE, April II. - Defaulting
State Treasurer Archer was arrested at
Belair last night by Detective Humphry,
of this city, II bench warrant issued
on behalf of Police Marshal Frey, who
swore that on information received
Archer had embezzled State funds.
Archer is still confined to his house,
where the detectives will remain until
he is we'll enough to be removed or else
gives bail. 1t was ascertained to-day
that he had made away with $56, 900
worth of registered State securities, OF
which no traces have been discovered.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
All Trace of Kimball Lost.

WORCESTER, Mass, April lit is the
general impression, strengthened by
considerable evidence, that there is a
woman in the case of Kimball, the de-
taulting bank teller. Kimball left here
at $40 p. m, April and went to Boston
where he was joined by woman. All
trace of the pair is lost beyond this
point. State Detective Hoyter arrived
from New York last night He is con.
fdent that Kimball did not take passage
from that city either by steamer OF
sailing vessel.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
NOTICE,

hereby notify all persons liable to pay
taxes in the Center school district. town Of
Waterbury, that have received a rate bill
and warrant to collect Center school dis
trict tax of ten mills on the dollar on list
of 1889, and will be at common council room
City hall building, on and after May 1, 1890,
when same is due, from / to S and from
Z to 8 p. M, to receive said tax.
P. s. The law provides that percentage
at rate of "a of per cent per month
must be added from May /, 1890, If not
paid before June 1, 1890.
MARTIN HELLMANN, Collector. 4
Waterbury April Z, 1890.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
ROBBED WIDOWS AND ORPHANS.
The AbscOnding Lawyers Shortage In
creased to $4,000.

creased to $4,000.
DoYLEsTowN, Pa, April II. - Addi-
tional notes against the absconding ].
Monroe Shellenberger to the amount of
$25, 900 were brought in by farmers and
others in the country and the known
shortage is thus increased to $126. 900,
but the returns are far from being COM
plete. Shellenberger's large practice in
the Orphans Court was taken advantage
of by him to rob many widows ana or
phans.
The crime of forgery has been fastened
upon him by the production of notes
to which the names of ]. r. Lands and
others were forged. These notes were
given by Shellenberger as security for
borrowed money. The one execution of
$1,000 entered against Shellenberger
Monday more than covers all his prop
erty, 80 that other creditors have .
poor prospect of getting anything. A
meeting Of creditors is called for April
IA
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Trottins Dates Rearranxed.

HARTFORD, Conn, April II. - The
dates of the spring races: of the Connec-
ticut trotting circuit have been rear
ranged, the White Plains IN. Y meet
ing being shifted from the last week of
May to the second week in July. The
opening of the circuit is postponed to
June s to 6, at Derby; following with
Norwalk, June 10 to 10; Danbury, June
II to go; New Haven, July to 4, and
White Plains, July 8 to "A.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11

BOSTON, Mass, April 1.-THE North
Baptist Association, at an excited meet
ing, voted to give the Perkins street
Baptist Church of Somerville three
months to reverse its action granting
letters to tho late pastor Rev. VIM. A..
Smith and to withdraw the hand of fell
lowship from the erratic minister.
Failing in this the church will be ex-
PEELED from the Association.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
NOTICE.

hereby notify all persons liable to pay
taxes in the city of Waterbury that have
received rate bill and warrant to collect
tax of sixteen Q6 mills on a dollar on
list of 1889, and will be at common council
room, City hall building, on and after May
1, 1890 when same is due, from to 5 and
7 to 8 p. M, to receive said tax.
P. S. The law provides that percentage
at rate of "a of one per cent per month
must be added after May 1, 1890, if not
paid before June 1, 1890.
MARTIN HELLMANN, Collector.
Waterbury, April z, 1890.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11

CHICAGO, April 11.-Slosson and Ives
were the contestants in last nights
game of the billiard tourney. Slosson
was to play 500 points to 275 for Ives.
Slosson started in good form, but when
Ives counted 70 buttons in the ninth it
seemed as if Slosson lost heart, and
thereafter did not play his game. Con-
sequently, the "boy wonder" who
played steadily, beat him, leaving him
81 points to go. The score-Ives 275,
Slosson 49,
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Farmers VIII Organize.

YOUNGSTOWN, Pa. April II. - Next
Thursday morning, at 10 o'clock, a
meeting of farmers will be held at h.
P. Beerer's Hotel, this borough, to take
preliminary steps for forming an organ
ization amongst tho farmers of Mont
gomery, Bucks and Chester counties,
which will have for It's object the devils
ing of methods for relieving the alleged
distress prevailing to such an alarmin g
extent amongst farmers.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Elop~d With an Ex-Convlct.

SARATOGA. N. Y, April 11.-Miss Ma
bel Denel, the 17-year-old daughter of
Edward A. Denel, of Saratoga, has
eloped with Burt Wells, young fellow
who has done time in the penitentiary,
and whose acquaintance her father had
ordered her to discontinue. The young
couple called upon Rev. II. w. Fish at
1 O'Clock in the morning, but no refused
to marry them. Their whereabouts are
Unknown
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Nine Hours a Day Granted.

BosroN, April 1.-THE marble cutters
arc enthusiastic. Nine hours with
out reduction in wages has been granted
the 1900 workmen employed in twelve
of the marble factories of this oity.
There remains but three persons that
have not yet complied with the request
of the Marble Cutters Union.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Buffalo Fair Grounds to be Sold.

BUFFALO, April 11.-By virtue of a
judgment of foreclosure the Buffalo
international Fair grounds will be sold
at auction this afternoon by the
referee. A syndicate stands ready to
buy the property, but it is very unlikely
that the fair will be continued. The
Driving Park Association will hold the
grand circuit trotting races as usual.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Broke the Record.

NEW YORK, April 1.-The official time
Of the new White Star liner Majestic on
her maiden voyage was days, 10 hours
and 80 minutes. This il the fastest
maiden time on record. Captain Pear
sail says that heavy winds were the feat
ure of the entire voyage.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Cruelty to Almshouse Inmates.

LEWISTON, Me-, April 1.-THE rumor
that children had been born at the
Lewiston Poor Farm, whose ex-keeper is
serving a sentence in the county Jail
for cruelty to the inmates, caused an
official search to be made, and the
bodies of two infants were found buried
under the barn of the institution.
Search will be made for other bodies
which are said to be buried there, and
a rigid Investigation will follow.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
VIII Contest Mayor Cleveland's Election

JERSEY CRY, N. j., April 1.-THE
Mayoralty election which resulted in
the success of Orestes Cleveland. the
Democratic candidate, is to be con-
tested. Mr.. George F. Perkins, the Re-
publican candidate, was defeated by
the heavy Democratic majorities rolled
up in the First and Second Aldermanic
districts. 1t is charged by the sup
porters of Mr.. Perkins that these ma
jorities are fraudulent, and he has con
sented at their request to make con-
tAet
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Attacked n Catholic Church,

BERLIN, April 1.-The Roman Cstho-
lilo Church at Hoyerswerda, a small
town in Prussian Silesia, was stormed
by the Protestants, who demolished win
dows and pictures and even laid sacrileg-
ious hands on the crucifx. The riot
was the result of feud of long stand
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
David Down win

NEW York, April 1.-THE will of the :
late David BOWS gives the storage
warehouses and business and $4OO, 600
to David BOWS, Jr., and $4OO, 900 to each
of the other six children. Tho resi-
dences and various other property and
$3.50, 1000 60 to the widow.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
A Reduction in Force.

YOUNGSTOWN, Pa, April 11:-James
Lees & Sons have discharged 200 of the
employees in the worsted department. OF
SIGNING as q reason the dullness of
trade in carpet yarns and the oppor-
tunity thus afforded. to take stock.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Minnie Starr Confessed. the Crime.

CHICAGO, April 11.-Minnie Starr, ar
rested for poisoning Mr.. Newland's
family In Englewood last week, has
made full confession. She says she
put the poison in the corn to see what
effect it would produce on the other so
she could be sure of success in an effort
to commit suicide.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Mad at . Patient.s Bedside,

PORTLAND, Me-, April 11.-Dr. John
Buzzsll, an old and prominent physi-
clan, who has practiced in this city for
40 years, died at the bedside of
patient of heart disease. He leaves .
son and two daughters.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Italy Refuses Financial Aid to Rome.

ROME, April 1.-The inquiry into the
financial condition of this city shows
the situation to be worse than that in
Dictated by the most gloomy anticipa-
tions. AS the Government refuses to
come to the aid of the municipality, q
crash with numerous resulting failures
is expected
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Meeting Of the Emperors.

PARIS, April 1.-THE Figaro says the
meeting between the Emperors of Ger
many and Austria, which will take
place at Wiesbaden to-day will be de-
voted in great part to discussion of the
feasibility of reducing the ornaments
of the powers.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11

BuFFALo,N. Y. April 1.-THE steamer
Cayuga which went on the rocks in the
recent storm has been pulled off by
tugs. She is a staunch vessel and her
owners say she has not sustained serious
damage. She will be docked and ex-
amined
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Murdered by a Colorsd Miner.

P1rrsBuRa, April 11.-At Mcdonald,
Pa, William Quarrels, a oolored miner,
shot and killed Margaret jackson, also
colored. Quarrels had been drinking,
and without provocation picked up gun
were standing near were slightly
wounded from flying shot. Quarrels is
in Jail
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
Fought a Duel With Swords.

PARIS, April I'm. Borrighons, an
ex-membsr of the Chamber of Deputies,
and M. Edwards, director of the Mstin,
fought a duel with swords. Edwards
was wounded in the arm.
Waterbury evening Democrat. [volume] (Waterbury, Conn.) 1887-1895, 1890-04-11
New Forts for Switzerland.

PARIS, April 11.-Switzerland has
commenced the construction of forts
at Mont Fourka and St. Maurice in the
Canton of Valais. This action has been
at the suggestion of France, conaden
TALLY made to the Swiss authorities.