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The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
Rhode Island Democrats.

PIoylDtNcE, Il. l., March 5.-rhe demo
cratic state convention this morning nom-
mated John w. Davis, Of Pawtucket, for
governor; Wm. i, Wardwell, of Bristol, for
lieutenant governor, with the scst of the
1857 ticket.
In the platform the democrats declare the
adhesion 10 NIL wholesome reforms tending
10 the purity OF elections, economy in ad-
mnistratiun, aud the abolition OF oppres-
siSo monopolies, condemning trusts, Affirm
devotion ~ the principles Of tariff reform
enumerated by ex-Presldcnt Cleveland,
heartily commend the democratic members
of the national house IN their stand against
the partisan conduct of the speaker. con
Rratulate the stHte upon the adoption of
ballot reform, and pledge themselves 10
strengthen the system,
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
THE CASE OF NAGLE.
Arguments on the Rights of state Con
eluded before the supreme Court.

Arguments on the Rights of a state Con
eluded before the supreme Court.
WAgnxGToN. March b.-The argument
before the United States supreme court in
the Nagle habeas corpus case WAS concluded
too day. Choate continued his argument
on the line laid down by him yesterday,
that of the supremacy of the United States
20 the states He maintained that when
the constitution vested Judicial power in
the courts, and to carry this into effect.
enacted laws to divide the country into cir
cults. il necessarily implied that in the dis
charge of the duties 10 imposed upon them,
officers Of the court should be absolutely
protected by the government whose servants
they are.
The cnse was closed 10y Attorney General
johnson, of California. in behalf of the
state. He conceded that congress might
pass law for the protection of judges
while travelling 10 or from their circuit, but
maintained that no such law had been
passed giving this protection, eithor IN
words or 10y implication, and that iis pas-
sage WAS absolutely essential in order 10
supeTsede the police power Of the state.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
40 Use For SILVER.
The Republican League Refuses TO Take
Action Favorable GO the white Metal,


Action Favorable GO the white Metal,
NASHVILLE. Tenn, March Sit was after
n o'clock when President rhurston raped
the national convention of the republican
league to order. The proceedings opened
with prayer by Rev. Derrick, of New York,
after which telcgnms and letters were re-
ceiyed from President Harrison, republican
congressman. lion. Thomas c. Plat. and
others. Harrison among other things said
THE party to which You belong has never
suffered by an intelligent discussion of its
history ur Its principles, and l am sure
your organization will continue 70 furnish
courageous and woll-appuiuted champions
wherever the lists Of debate are Opened.
Al noon the monihors marched IN hody to
the stntc-honse. whvre they were rendered a
reception 10y the governor ana Legislature.
AZ the opening session of the convention
I he platform was presented and adopted. IL
heartily Congrglulates the country upon tue
Success and marvellous prnsp, rty that has
attended the first year of the rvpublicnn re
sumption of power in the federal guyem.
mcni. congratulatos President Harrisonnud
pledges hnu cordial support; reluicos IN the
rustOmtlon of dignity, NigOr mud s,utesmnii-
ship IN the conduct of foreign affairs. The
platform demands the maintenance of the
American system of projection TO industry
and labor, but pledges ils support TO a
thorough udequitahle revision Of the tariit,
~ as 10 adapt the protection il affords to
changed business conditions.
An amendment that created the only
hrvclc during the two days session was Of
fored by Isaac keVel OF Washington, ard
was rejected after heated debate. N was:
"And wo demand thni our representatives
in congress redeem every pledge made 10 the
people IN Chicago IN lsSS 10y repeating the
informal revenue laws. by revising the tarih,
by the passage of the blair educational
bill, and completely restoring silver tn the
currency of the country, and 10y the liberal
pcnsioning of every federal soldier.
The nclt convention will be held Mt Gin
cinuati. The election of officers resulted
ns follows: Preside nt. John Nj. rhurston
secretary. A. 4. Hump lreys, of New York;
treasurer, Hon. 'hlneas Lonsberry. of Con-
necticut. aud long list of yice-pres dents
and members of the executive committee.
Adjourned sine die.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06

BuIiNoRt, March 5.-The correspondent
Of the Sun on the deumer Adams writes from
Samoa. on Jan. 9S that there was big
storm there Jan. ~ aud ll The falling
barometer gave warning and the uui,od
Stetes steamer Adams steamed ont aud cs-
capped is fufy by running into The harbor
of Pago Page. The German cruiser Alex
andria rode out The storm NJ sea. The cor
respondent suyg when the Alexandria ar
rived y month ago she settled down in the
Adams berth ia the harbor and cut the
American buoys ndrifi On the arrival of
the lroquois, the Adams will 20 TO Honlulu
for several months and thence to san Fran
siarp
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
HEALY ON TRIAL.


The Commander of the Cutter Hear Ac-
cu,"d Of Cruelty.
SAN FRAvcIsoo, March 5--Ihe inyostiea-
tion Of the charges Of cruelty and miscon-
duct against Capt. Ilealy, of the revenue
cutter Bear, began to-day. The master-nt-
arms Of the Bear testified that last SUMMER
at Ounalaskn tile master Of the bark Estrel-
In complained 10 Capt. Healy of the con-
duct of some of the Estrela's crew.
On Hcaly's orders the master-nt-
arms brought two of these sailors ON the
Bonr and tied them upwitb their toes touch
ing the deck for seven minutes; thin they
were let down and handcuITcd and sent be
low deck Tor seven hours, after which they
were tied up n second time. 1wenty-one
sailors from the bark Wundcrer were placed
in irons by llealy's orders and six Of them
tainted. Witness never knew Healy To i'll
trent his own crew
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06

CIKyEIANp, March THE National
League magnates met tonight for the first
time since yesterday. Some objections
were made 10 the schedule. which is on u
ten club basis, and il was referred back TO
the committee, which will report to-mor-
row. There is much gossip among the dele
gates, and Manager Lesbly. ot Detroit,
thinks there will be only eight clubs in the
league after all. lie is Of the opinion that
indianapolis and Washington will
90 out. H. is anxious to buy he Washing
ton franchise. Manager Brush. OF ludinn
ap0lis. appears much exercised over the fcar
that his team will be- thrown out. Secretary
Scandrett. of Fiitsbufg. docs not think De
truit will get in. as il would necessitate 4.
heavy increase of mileage expenses.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06

The president has approved the act pro-
vidlng for an assistant secretary of war.
In executive session Of the senate this
afternoon no conclusion was reached in the
matter OF violation Oi secrecy by the news
papers.
The president day sent the nomination
Of Capt. Norman II. Furquhar 10 be chief Of
the bureau of yards and docks in tho navy
department., with the relative rank Of COM
mOdore.
The secretary of the Treasury announced
to-day that lac was prepared To resume pur-
chnscs of I per cent. bonds to suoh AN
amount rs may be justified 10y the available
balance III the treasury. All offers az ig3
fiat or less will be accepted.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06

The secretary OF the navy to-day ordered
a court martial 20 convene NJ Aare Island
navy yard the 18th inst. for the trial of
Commander Joseph u. Coeland on two
charges. one for conduct preiudicial 10 good
order and naval discipline, and the other
for violation of the naval regulations. the
specification being letter written by Com
mander Cogland, criticising the admins
tration of naval affairs in general and that
al Mare Island navy ward in particular.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
JACKSON FOOLED HIM.
The Australian Pugilist Surprises a Brook
lyD 10y.

The Australian Pugilist surprises a Brook
lyD BOY.
Nrw YORK. March IA benefit was given
Jack Fallon NJ Williamsburg last night
He was 10 spar Peter jackson, the colore I
Australian, and Jack Ashton. He told hil'
friends he intended TO knock them o'N.
He met Ashton FIRST and when Ashton dis
covered his tactics there was lively set-to
for blood till the police interfered. When
Jackson and Fallon nlSt there was more
fun. jackson started in with light spar-
ring, while Fallon was making vicious
lunges. He finally got in one or two whacks
that nettled the Australian and Jackson
shot out his right, landing on the neck with
such force as TO make Fallon reel. In the
second round Jackson jumped at Fallon.
raining blow after blow when and where he
pleased. The Brooklyn boy wns hopelessly
defeated and only for the interference OF
the police be would undoubtedly have been
knocked into a cooked hat.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
GREAT FALLS NEWS.
To Take the Place of strikers Ranch men
Preparing for Crops

GnrAr falls, March Especial Men
are arriving from Helena and elsewhere to
take the places of those who struck at
Kirkendnl's camp, on the Neihart railroad,
which is in course Of construction.
Races will be held on March IL, st. Pat
riel's day, at the grounds Of the North
Montana Fair association.
The Valeria art and library association
have elected II. o. Chowcn president, 4. G.
Maclny yice-presideut and Iheo. Gibson
treasurer.
Owing To the fne weather ranchmen are
preparing actively for farming operations.
f. Lnngernan, OF Helena, has bought
out tho business of w. S. Wetzel and will
establish wholesale liquor store.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
FISH BEFORE BUSINESS,
The Senate Left Without a Quorum
While the Members Dis
pose Of a Salmon.
The Republican Contestant From
Arkansas Awarded a Dom
ocrat's Seat in the House.
Petition in the senate Against ~
sunday Law Idaho's Chances
Statehood Above Par.

WASHINGTON, March 5.-ln the seua :
day the bill increasing the pension
widow of Gen. Warren was takln upau
the question Of passage, the vote WIS: J
~. nays, g. Asihoro was no quorum vot
there was O call OF the senate, when 80
ators, less than aquorum, answered III,
upon motion by Plat, directing the ser
geant-at-arms to request the attendance
of the absent senator's WAS agreed to. After
some minutes the presiding officer, Ingalls,,
informed the senate the sefgeant-ai arms
had just reported there were twenty-five
senators in the restaurant; they had been
notified to attend, and they declined 10 do
so. In u few minutes. however, several dis
obedient senators entered and explained
they were discussing the merits Of the Co.
lumbia river salmon, weighing between
thirty-five and forty pounds each
which had been shipped 60 Colo
mel Montgomery. of Portland. Oregon,
who was visiting Washington. and by him
served up 60 delegation of friends in the
upper house. The chair announced as
there WAS quorum now present and ,
O'Clock had arrived, the educational hill
was before the senate ms unfinished busi-
ness, and the Warren pension bill remained
on the calendar. Barbour addressed the
senate IN advocacy of the educational bill,
and Plumb made an address in opposition
After an executive session adjourned.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
Want no Sunday Law.

senator Stockbridge presented to-day
two immense packages of remonstrances
against the passage of any bill in regard 10
the observance of the Sabbath or Lords
day, or any other religious or ecclesinstical
institution or rite, against the adoption of
any resolution TO amend the national con-
stituiion that would IN any way give prefer
ance 90 the principles OF any religion above
another, or that will in any way sanction
legislation upon the subject of religion.
These remonslrances contain individual
signatures Of 3ls.311 citizens from different
states and territories. Ms follows: Michigan.
il,llI Minnesota, -, SSl; Wisconsin. 90,GiO:
Kansas; 1000; Californin, 20li2s; Ohio,
lg.p0
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
CLEVELAND IN DEMAND.
The Champion OF rariff Reform Discussc'
His Favorits Topic.

The Champion of farin Reform Discusses
His Fayorit" Topic.
ISnIlNAr0lIs. March Sat meeting of
the State Tariff Reform league tonight, let
tcrwas read from ex- President Cleveland. in
which he saws, in part; Though my letters
TO democratic and tariff reform assemblagcs
lately have been very frequent, | cannot
deny your request TO say word of encour-
agement 10 tariff reform. The democratic
party. astheparty of the people, isopposed TO
the selfish schemes which ignore the public
good and pledged 20 the interests of all
their countymen, instead of 20 the inter
ests OF a few who seek to peryert govern
mental powers for their enrichment. II
was never nearer fundamental principles
than in its contests for tariff reform II
certainly adds 10 the satisfaction aith
which We labor in this case. Co feel the as-
surance that in our efforts We not only
serve our party. but all the people of the
land.'
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06

Master Abraham Lincoln. son of Robert
Lincoln. the United States ministor 30 Eng
land, who has been suffering from poison
ing arising from n malignant carbuncle,
died yesterday in London. During the
the lad WIS in comatose condi-
ton and unnble 30 retain nourishmcnt.
though he suffered no pain. The Lincoln
family were al tic bedsidc from early morn
ing until he died. He passed nway quietly.
The queen sent message of sympathy 10
Lincoln. The body will be cmbalmcd and
sent home for interment.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
They Favor Idaho.

The house committee on territories has
completed its report on the bill 70 admit
Idaho into the Union. and il viii soon be
presented to the house. The report con-
cludes: There is nothing in the statutes
OF clause in the constitution which debars n
good citizen or one entitled Ia the franchise
from exercising political privileges. Whon-
ever the Mormon cnnrch nbandons
lis adyocaoy and practice Of polyg-
amy and bigHmy, there is nothing
10 prevent its members from voting. This
Mormon question has been Il troublesome
one for years. and has been a standing dis.
grace on our government. lbe evils OF
Mormonism had become so great in thai
territory that all non Mormons. regardless
Of party, united in strongly urging this leg
islation. II y understood that springer
and Mansur will pre pare minority report
opposing the passage of the bill. II is uu-
derstood they favor In omnibus bill, PRO
viding for the admission OF Idaho and
other territories at one lime.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
,lreIc Mlll nn.r 10 An.wcr.

CmcAoo. March 5.-General Crook has
ordered court martiM 20 Try Lieutenant
Steele Of the Eighth cavnlry. The charge
Il that he ordered one Of his priyntes Dell
Wild, 10 do work for him tsioclel, md,
uron his refusal, caused hm 10 be tried and
imprisoned for insub0rdination. Private
Wild WIS recently released 10y order OF the
secretary of war
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
FRANCIS WAS FIRM.
Missourl's Governor Refuses To Hide the
Treasurer Guilt.

MissonrIs Governor Refuses to Hide the
Treasurer Guilt.
~. LOUIS. March 5.-At jefferson City il
is now considered n settled fact that State
Treasurer holland Is short over $4,000
Treasurer Nolund was at the state capitol
this morning and reiterated his former de-
mails of shortage. II has developed that
Gov. Francis while in New York, received q
telegram from his private secretary and
hurried home 10 Jefferson City, taking
charge of the treasurer's Office at once.
Then his bondsmen met and decided the
deficit must be met, and the matter husheu
up, but 10 the proposition the governor de
INJURED on the ground that such action
would be unlawful, and he could not afford
10 compromise himself in that way, hence
the exposure.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06

NFw lohK. March j.-ludge Wallace. vi
The United States circuit court, handed
down decision o-day in the case of vii.
liam Wall against the trustees Of the Amer
lean cotton trust, denying the motion for
decree restraining the trust from dissolving
until the termination Of twenty one year
for which time their concern was ofganiz-
ed. on the ground that decree cannot bind
Il fvftgf
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
The Silver Bill.

The coinage committee to-day had hear
ing on the silver bill. Representative Car
ter. of Montana, says that he is satisfied
with the sentiment of the committee SO far
MS n liberal bill is concerned. He don't c1-
pect anything 10 meet extreme views but
he believes that bill satisfactory 10 silver
men will be presented.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06

PrTrsnUEo, March 5.-At noon to-day two
workingmen attempted 20 thaw out some
sticks of frozen dynamite. An explosion
occurred and wrecked the blacksmith shop
in which they we're, instantly killing David
Hayes. Vim. snoddy hnd au arm and leg
broken and will die. The noighborhood
was badly shaken up. The explosion Oc-
CURED in fashionable suburb.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06

The president hasapproved the agreemen,
entered into with the several bands of Chip
pewa Indians in Minnesota under the net Of
congress Of January. IsSl. -Four millions
of acres are ceded 90 the gov, rnmeni under
this agreement. Referring 10 thisapproval.
the secretary of the interior has promulga-
ted notice warning would-be settlers that
these reservations nre not yet open and that
they must not trespass thereon.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
Tho Case Of Clayton.

Tho subcommittee Of the house commit
tee on elections has decided to recommend
to the full committee 10 report 10 the house
a resolution providing for searching in
quiry 10y the subcommittee into the events
attending the assassination OF Clayton. who
was the contestant for seat in the house
now occupied by Breckenridge.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06

Nfw Yong, March 5.-Soloinon Barnett,
q well-to-do tailor, was unurderously at
tackled by two men IN his shop Yesterday.
Barnett is German, over 20 YEAR old. and
is Californln pioneer. Robbery was
doubtless the incentive to the crime His
assailants beat him most bruially. though
probably not fatally.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06

Representative Carter, when the bill for
the Helena public bnilding is read in the
house. will move to raise the amount from
Sl2500O TO 100000, hoping something will
bsadded. lie will then try 10 get the
amount increased in the senate. and take
chances that the conferees will not cut il
down below $4,000.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
SPARKS FROM THE WIRES.

Tho Catholic clergy Of the diocese of
Omah0 met yesterday, and unanimously
agreed tp recommend 10 the council oi
bishops 40 Rome Bishop Soaulan, OF Salt
Lake, as ooudiutor bishop of Omaha, with
the possible succession 10 Bishop O'Connor.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06

NEw YORK, March 5-At the meeting of
the Teas Pacific stockholders to-day no
business was transacted except 10 receive
the annual report, which shows the net earn
Ings were ~ ,lJ6, 10, an increase OF S36g, g,Og7.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
Trnln ON Hi TrnNeIs.

CmcAGo, March j.-Georgc Francis Train
arrived here this morning en- route to Ia
coma. Wash. TO begin his flying trip around
tho world. He will remain here day or
two probably.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
Anler the soda wnter ronnts.

BosroN, March BIT is reported an En-
glish syndicate is negotiating for the pur-
chase of four firms in the United States
now controlling the manufacture of soda
water and beer apparatus Tor between &c.
10000 and $9,0OO.000.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
Ec.lgnnlIon of a nrmncr,i.

CoLuMnrs. March 5.-Stnto Senator
Brown haa resigned. His resignation will
embarrass The democratic majority and the
passage Of the congressional fedistrictin0
biIl
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06

In the house to-day. Immediately after
the reading of the journal. consideration of
the Arkansas election case Of Featherstoue
VS.. Cate was resumed and the contestce was
accorded the floor to speak in his own be
half. II was the duty Of members, ho said.
not 20 elect to-day a representative from
the First district Of Arkansas, but laying
aside party preiudices. 10 determine whom
the people of that district had chosen TO
represent them.
Mckae, of Arkansas in n four minute
speech, defended and eulogized the people
of his state. Honk of Tennessee, who has
charge of the case for the majority of the
committee of elections, made n presonia-
tion of the claims of the contestant. In
conclusion, Houk argued that the colored
people of the south should be given fair
chance. No man can hold a seat on this
tioor who was returned by means OF rifles,
clubs and fraudulent ballot boxes. lie WIS
III favor of the national election law. AT
the conclusion of his speeck HOuk
demanded the previous question
Hill, of Illinois, republican, who
was supposed 10 be opposed TO the
claims OF Featberstone arose and asked
unanimous consent to address the house.
There was a good deal of excitement exhIb-
tied during the roll call as il was very close
II resulted; Yeas. il5; nays. lil. So the
,har sf..sJ as sI'a,i,',.D so. NJ. ~
elutiou renorteS bv ,ba .ac1sri,, les
Ssts ,Hss ~, ~. nihjo,ty, ueel.rlhg
tion DECLARING Feotberstone , u,as nos ~,
titled 10 II Ee;ertadNVoas 1ss. n.rs t,i.
Hill of IIl,nois yo,,ng MI 80
democrats. snrinoer ,noved ~ rocor'',,,;, a.
case to The committee ON olec,io,,s vii -,
structions to tba co,nn,it,ee ~ ,n,a;,t va, ,'
sub. committee and nroceod IN hrEarnsas r,, 20
inyestionte the electIon iu The F;rst dis,r;., "
az mo, s,,,o Iiontali'. ',,'..,ad.I
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
Want Some Pure
Drinking Water?

Go to NIissoula. The Rattle
snake Creek provides enough
water for domestic purposes for
a city Of any size.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
Cold! Is It?

Go TO Missoula and Enjoy the
Balmy Spring Breezes. No zero
weather there.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
Want To
Make Money?

Go and grow up in the City of
Missoula and invest in South
Missoula or McCormick's Addi-
ton No. 2; Mcconnell, Cook &
Co., Agents.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
Are You Enterprising?

Go TO the city that is full of en-
terprise. You will be better sat
isfed Missoula is the place for
you.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
Pertinent
Questions.
Business Dull?

If so, take a trip to NIissoula, in
vest in Real Estate there through
Mcconnell, Cook Sc Co, and
YOU will net a handsome profit
this year.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
KilIeh The An.t,nIlnn nlll.
THE DEATH RECORD.

SALr LAKE. Mnreh The Utah legisla-
nro to-day killed the Australian ballot bill.
The Helena independent., 1890-03-06
Do You Love
Pretty Scenery?

The mountains, valleys, trees
and waters of Missoula present
the grandest picture imaginable.