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Nevada County picayune., 1890-03-12

It is week later. The will of Isaac Rawson is to be read in the presence of those interested. It is a mere formalty of course, for other than his two sons the testator left no kin. The sons both knew what they will hear. Robert at least knows, and Jack may surmisc. And yet, who knows what may happen during the few hours that must elapsc be- fore the will is opened and read?
 "You are early. Mir. Drew will not be here for half an hour yet, " are Roberts first words to his broth CT Jack as the latter enters the house of which Robert already considers himself the sole owner.
 ''I thought it best to have few words with you before MT. Drew ar rives," is Jacks reply.
 Mir. Drew is the lawyer to whom the necessary legal transactions in connection with this will have been entrusted.
 "You told me that father had sad something about a new will just be- fore he died but that none but the old one, made fifteen years, could be found" remarks Jack to his brother, when they are seated moment later. The remark is made with an inter- rogative infection. so that Robert feels impelled to reply.
 "Yes, no other will was found though searched everywhere. Fath- CTS mind must have been wandering when he spoke of another will"
 "Possibly; still you didn't think of searching in the river?" is Jack s next remark.
 hcDtIi tul liS 'aN NhNh 'iiN blood surges back and his face be- comes almost purple.
 What are you driving at? What do you mean?" he asks. The words come like gasps.
 "Only this. On the night when you came to tell me of father death, some young men were returning from fishing trip on the river. Just as they were rowing under the bridge, missile thrown from above struck one of them on the back and fell to the bottom of the boat, See, this is quite a heavy knife, and if piece of paper hadn't been wrapped about IL, it might have hurt the young man 1t struck quite severely. The young man happens to he an acquaintance of mine. He thinks the knife was dropped by some one on railroad
Nevada County picayune., 1890-03-12

Dr. Perce's Pellets, or Anti-bl- lous Granules; in vials, p cts. one a dose. Druggists.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
CAR OVERTURNED.
SERIOUS RAILWAY ACCIDENT
IN EAST TEXAS.
LIST OF THE INJURED.
DR.. Cranfill Among the Victims-The Car
"a
Burned-HOrrible Throat Cutting
at DaIlas-Bell County Fair.

Overflow Tex, Sept. 24.-The train on
the Overton and Henderson branch of the
International & Great Northern was
wrecked last night about one mile below
Oyerton. 1t was mixed train and only
one coach. The coach was derailed and
turned over, took fire and burned. 1t was
filled with passengers. Following is a
list of the injured:
Mrs J NJ Hickey, Henderson, scalp wound
aid wrist dislocated.
DR. J B Cranhll, Waco, head cut and left
collar bone broken.
P Levy, Corsicana, left shoulder
bruised.
III Allison, Galveston, right hand cut and
body bruised
Andy Howard, Henderson, scalp wound
Z Russell, Henderson, shoulder
bruised and internally injured.
E Byro, Bristol, Tenn, body bruised.
DR. w Park, Kaufman, scalp wound.
Conductor NJ Stephens, body bruised.
Ann Hamilton, Overton, shoulder
bruised and injured internally.
Rev Felden, Shreveport, La, hand
smashed.
G Harcock, Henderson, slightly in
jured
The cause of the wreck is unknown.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
Federations and Federations.

BUFFALO, n. Y, Sept. 23.-At yesterdays
session of the switchmen's convention news
was received from Toledo that the Brother
hood of Railway Conductors had declared
in favor of united federation as against
the system of federation. Like information
was received from the Brotherhood of Lo-
comotive Firemen, in session at San Fran
cisco. This is feather in the cap of the
United Federation of Railway Employees,
Conductors and Fremen. Previous to this
they were allied with the federation solely
through the action of their grand otiic-
ers. Now the general organization
has approved of that action. AT this morn
ing's session, the following officers were
elected for the ensuing year:
Grand Master-Frank Sweeney, Chicago.
Vice Grand Master-John Downer, Chi
cago.
Grand Organizer-M. w. Barrett, Kansas
Citv.
Directors-Jno E Wilson, Lacrosse. Wis,
W Davis, Joliet, ILL.,, ] Ketchner,
Kansas City.
The grand secretary and treasurer holds
over another wear. Jno. A. Hall. grand
organizer was appointed editor and man.
ager of the Switchmen's Journal.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
ATHLETIC NEWS.
TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS
OFFERED BY THE GAL
WESTON ASSO-
CITATION.
DEMPSEY AND FITzSIMMONs.
Upham and Pitzler to Fight Soon Monag-
han, Light Weight Champion of
Texas-Other Sporting
Notes.
DEMPSEY AND FITzsIMMONs.

GALVESTON, Tex, Sept. % The offer of
the Galveston Athletic association of a
purse of $1,000 for fight to finish be-
tween Dempsy and Fitzsimmons brought
forth the following response today:
Richard X. Fox, on behalf of Dempsy,
wires that the pugiist has left New York
for Portland Ore, and that the associa
tion's telegram will be forwarded to Demp-
sy there. A. J. Coburn of New Orleans re-
plies that Fl zsimmons is at Bay st. Louis
and advises them to address Fitzsimmons
there.
The association has directed Arthur
Upham, who left here today for New Or
leans, to see Ftzsimmons and prevail upon
him 10 agree to meet Dempsy here.
The association also sent telegram to-
night to Dempsey at Portland, Ore, offer
ing to put up a purse of $4,000 if he will
meet Fitzsimmons here under the auspices
of the club in fight to the finish and the
championship of the world assuring the
Nonpareil that this being neutral, he will
have an even break for the money
= The association today arranged fight to
the finish, for a purse of 500, between
Arthur Upham of Connecticut and Pro-
fessor Paul PitZler of Houston. Both are
middle weights, are of splendid physique
and anxious to have a go at each other
The fight will take place in the hall of the
association October "a, 1853 pounds. Marquis
of Queensbury rules Upham will return
from New Orleans Sunday and at once go
into active training. Pitzler will train in
Houston, where he has an athletic school.
Tom Monaghan, light weight champion
of Texas, accompanied by his trainers, Ed
Wallis, Aaron Greeneve, his backer and
Arthur Upham, middle weight, left on the
afternoon train for New Orleans. The OBJ
ject of Monoghan's visit is TO get match
with some leading light weight under the
auspices of one of the Crescent City clubs,
while Upham goes as the representative of
the Galveston Athletic club to try and in
duce Fitzsimmons, the New Zealander, to
agree to meet Dempsey here for the purse
of $40, ,00D offered by the Galveston Athletic
association. Murphy, the light weight re-
Gently defeated by Monaghan, is still here.
coNLEY AND SULLIVAN.
DALLAS, Tex, Sept. 23.-Last nights
train brought to the city Professor j. III.
Clark and Mike Conley, the lthica gaint,
and II. b. Sullivan, the Colorado pugilist,
and il is understand that q match will soon
be made between Conley and Sullivan, to
come off in this city within the next few
weeks Both parties are willing and there
is but little doubt that the match will be
made.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
AMERICAN IRISH LEAGUE.
Meeting of the Council of seven-O'Br
and billions Prospects.

Meeting Of the Council OF Seven--O' 'Brien
and billions Prospects.
CINCINNATI, o., Sept. 23.-The com.cil Of
seven of the America1 branch Of Irish Ma
tional League will meet here this afternoon.
Its session are secret but President Jno
Fitzgerald, of Lincoln, Neb., says the OBJ
ject is TO appoint committee TO meet and
care for the coming speakers from Ireland.
Notwiths landing the arrest of Messrs.
O'Brien and Dillon, Mr. Fitzgerald names
them as the coming speakers along with
Messrs. 0'Conner and 0'Rielly. He says
he does not think their arrest will interfere
with their trip to the u tied States Be-
sides the coming speakers there will be
other business before the council the nature
of " bch will probably not be made public.
There are present President Jno Fitzger-
aid, Rev. Chas. 0'Rielly, of Detroit, M. V.
Cannon, of Omaha, J. j. OConner, of
Eimira, DR.. Thos. O'Reilly, of ST. Louis,
Judge j. W. fitzgerald, OF st. Marys,
Kan, Patrick Martin, of Baltimore, Jno. r.
Morris, Of Baltimore, Secretary Jno. z.
Sutton.
The committee today adopted an address
to electors throughout the state. Resolu-
tions were adopted calling on the Demo-
Gratis of the city TO unite without regard to
factional differences and elect members to
congress and the assembly from this city at
the ensuing election. committee was
appointed o look after such fusion in this
and other districts in which such action
may be required,
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
BORN IN THE GRAVE.
A Frightrul Case Of Premature Burial Re
ported from Hungary.

Frightful Case or Premature Burial lie
ported from Hungary.
VIENNA, Sept. 23.-One of the most hor-
rible cases Of premature burial ever re-
corded has just been brought to light at
Szegedim, an important town in Hungary
Madame Goeda, the wife of prominent
citizen of that place. died, or was thought
to have died, suddenly week ago. Her
case was peculiar and after much persua-
sion her husband was induced to permit an
autopsy.
Today the exhumation took place and a
most horrible state of affairs was revealed.
The woman was enciente at the time of
her supposed death. Today, when the lid
of the coffin was removed it was found to
contain two bodies instead of one.
The unfortunate woman had returned to
life in the grave and there gave birth to a
child.
Her face was frightfully contorted and
the body was twisted bevond recognition
so greatly had she suffered. The doctors
and their assistants fled in horror from the
scene. and the news spread like wild fire
through the town.
Mr.. Goeda. upon being informed of his
poor wife's fate, became violently insane
and is now raving maniac His death is
anticipated at any moment
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
THE BURCHELL TRIAL.
The Famous Case at Woodstock, Ont.-Some
of the Testimony Developed Yesterday.

The Famous Case at Woodstock, Ont-Some
of the Testimony Developed Yesterday.
WOODSTOCK, Ont, Sept. 23.-The trial OF
Burchell for the murder of Benwell was re-
sumed today in the presence of a large
crowd of spectators Relation 10 the case
at the opening of the court was presenta-
tive of the grand jury's findings i'll the case
of Mrs. Burchell, accused of being access
sorry to the murder of Benwell In this
case the jury returned no bill. Mrs. Bur
chell and Mrs. West Jones were both in
court during the morning and both followed
closely all that wa, said.
The first witness was Pelly. He answered
promptly and seemed to desire to tell all he
knew of the case on cross examination by
Mr.. Blackstock. No particular line seemed
to be followed but points were taken up
here and here and dealt with. 1t has been
expected that Blackstock would give Pelly
hard time of 1t on cross examination but
such was not the case and all were surprised
when the oung man was allowed TO stand
down after fifteen minutes or so OF cross
questioning. Evidently it was Backstock's
purpose to use the evidence of
Pelly as basis for cross examination of
other witnesses. For IN tance, Pelly was
made to state that Birchell wore overshoes,
which would tend to contradict the evi.
dence of witnesses who say his boots were
muddy, throwing doubt upon the identity
of the man who was seen in Behwell's COM
pany near the swamp. Again Pelly ad-
mitted over and over again that Birchell
discussed Benwells absence quite freely
and showed no more solicitude over the
mans luggage than one fellow traveller
might be expected to EXHIBIT about an
others belongings. He stated that that he
tPelly) himself had first suggested the trip.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
The Worlds Fnir.

CHICAGO, ILL.,, Sept. 23.-Commenting edi-
question of the Worlds fair, The Daily
News says: Outside critics who have
claimed that Chicago was withholding any
thing within its power TO offer for the sue.
cess of the Worlds columbian exposition,
are dissrmed besides the splendid site
already provided. Chicago adds one of her
most jealousy guarded parks for the pur-
pose Of satisfying the country and the
world that the best within her gift is none
too good for the exposition.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25

AT the afternoon session delegates were
chosen to attend the National convention
of the Repub lean clubs, to be held in Gin
cinnati in April, 1891. The committee ON
platforms reported series Of resolutions,
which were UNANIMOUSLY adopted. They
the party, endorse the Republican National
and state administrations and Republican
nominees for state officers commended the
genius and courage of Speaker Reed, which
relieves the house of representatives from
the control of Democratic filibusters, APP
plauds the Republicans in the Two branches
of congress for the passage of the McKin-
ley bill despite Democratic opposi ion, and
urge the speedy adoption of the federal
election bill
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
The Bell County Fair.

BELToN, Tex, Sept. 23. The Bell County
fair opened this morning. Capt. James
Boyd delivered the opening addres,, which
was appropriate 10 the occa. ion. There
are about l5O lead of horsts and cattle on
exhibition. The exhibition ball is com =
oletely filled with various articles, making
grand display. The attendance was
large considering the unfavorable weather.
First Race-Half mile dash, free for all, h,
won by H. Mills, Hill county; purse $lVO.
Time 81.
e,comd race-Four hundred yards, open
to Bell county, won by j. X. Ford and S. A.
Sparl;s; purse SIS. Time II.
Third race-Pacing, open to Bell county,
won by Ben d. Lee; purse $75. Time 3O5
Prof Levy made balloon ascension
500 feet and came down in parachute.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
Ran Away from His Parents.

DALLAS, Tex, Sept. 23-Mr. Butcher is a
farmer and his home is near Lancaster.
Butcher has son by the name of Fred
Last night Fred left home without his par
ents' consent and $50 of his fathers money
left with him. Mr.. Butcher came to Dallas
this morning in search of his son, but so
far has been Unsuccessful in finding him
Fred is only 13 years old aud has an aunt
living in hicago and he has probably gone
to visit ber
a. l.. Holland a book and stationery
dealer AT 73l Main street, made general
assignment in favor of all creditors and Mr..
John Beatty was appointed assignee. The
amount Of liabilities is $ll, ,4o5; assets, $22,-
800
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
Against the sub-Treasury Bill.

BOWLING GREEN. KY, Sept. 23.-Presdent
Kentucky and editor of the official organ of
the Kentucky State Union published here,
has come out boldly against the sub-treas-
ury scheme and has created much COM
ment by so doing, but the Democratic
Wheelers of that section are upholdlng him
and it has made him more popular than
ever. He had previously been quoted as
fa yorinn IL
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
FROM FORT WORTH.
Assembling of Delegates to the Merchants and
Manufacturers Convention.

Fort WORTH, Tex, Sept. % Tomorrow
the big merchants and manufacturers
convention meets. 1t will be called 10 order
in the Board of Trade auditorium and a
speech of welcome will be made by Mayor
Peter Smith. 1t is not expected that the
business of the convention will be entered
into b fore the next morning. A large
number of delegates reached the city t, day
and the indications are that the accommo-
cations of the city will be taxed to the ut
most.
Officer Sabe Maddox of Fort Worth has
g"ne to Chattanooga. Tenn, to secure a
couple of young men wanted in Fort Worth,
in Paris and other Texas cities charged with
working bogus checks. The young men
are Harry Van Hillman and John Ayres.
The latter is the son of well known Gal
weston cotton man.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
A Convention Of Clubs.

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 23.-The third an
nual convention of the Republican league,
composed of delegates from the various
Republican clubs Of the state, began at the
Academy of Music this morning. Over
1000 delegates representing 235 clubs were
present, and in addition the galleries were
filled with visitors and spectators
DIR. Edwin Stewart, president of the
league, called the convention to order at 10
o'clock. He addressed the delegates on the
issues of the day. Then after appointment
of the committee on resolutions the conven-
ton adjourned till the afternoon.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
EVANGELISM at Tcxarkana.

TExARKANA, Tex, Sept. 23.-1he interest
manifested in Evangelist Williams meet
ing is unabated, and the inclemency of the
weather does not prevent the attendance
of the largest congregations that ever as
sembled here. The tabernacle erected for
the occasion covers one entire block, but is
not sufficient to shelter the multitude that
is daily in waiting.
1t has been raining here for the last four
days
The grand jury today returned indict-
mepis against the parties now in jail
imr lcated in the Cotton Belt train rob-
harV
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
Sporting Man Killed.

BELToN, Tex, Sept. PA vendetta took
place this morning in front of the Buck.
horn saloon between two sporting men,
VIII Matlock and Dave Bowen, in which
Matlock killed Bowen instantly. Ten shots
were fired. The origin of the difficulty is
tnat Bowen accused Matlock of committing
the burglary at Bonds saloon Sunday
morning last. Mallock is in Jail.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
FaiIupp at RIOSsom

Blossom, Tex, Sept. 23.-H. II. McLen-
don, general dealer in merchandise at this
place and Arther City, made an assignment
today, r. F. Scott assignee. Liabilities es-
timated at about $4,000, and assets esti-
mated at about $4,000 in merchandise and
about $1,000 in notes and accounts.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
S;imkins Ahead,

MExIA, Tex, Sept. 23.-The senatorial
convention for this district reconvened here
today for its third session. At the 530th
ballot it adjourned till tomorrow. The re-
suit is the same as when II first con eued-
Simkins H. Richardson 7, Steel 6-each
county voting tor its home man.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
HORRIBLE AFFAIR.
A Dallas Homicide Cuts His Own Throat, it
is Thought Fatally.

A Dallas Homicide Cuts His Own Throat, it
is Thought Fatally.
DALLAS, Tex, Sept. 23.-It will be remem.
bered that B. G. Cox killed Geo. Thomas at
the formers place of business, in East Dali
las. Thomas called on Cox for the settle
ment of an account. The a count was dis
puted by Thomas and hot words ensued
which finally led to CoX's shooting Thomas.
Cox was placed in Jail and has remained
there until now. Last week Cox's wife was
buried and it is said that she died of u
broken heart on account of her husbands s
trouble. Since the death of his wife Cox
has shown signs of failing health. Owing
to his condition he was few days
ago placed in the hospital ward
of the county Jail. This molniDg he ives
alone in the ward and The door locked.
About 1890 peculiar noise was heard issu
ing from the ward, and Theodore Eek land
ran up, unlocked and opened the door when
a horrible sight met his eyes. Cox was ly-
ing on the floor with his throat cut from
ear to ear, and from the wound the blood
was flowing in great quantities. Help was
AT once summoned and Cox was placed on
a cot Drs. Scott and McMott put in an
appearance, and as soon as Cox found that
they had come he sprang from the cot and
made three attempts to dash out his
brains against the iron work of the
window before he could be restrained. The
man was placed under the influence of
uhloroform and his wounds dressed. 1t
was found that lie had completely severed
he wind pipe, but had missed the jugular
vein. After the dressing of the wound the
patient was moved to the city hospital,
where he is now resting, although both lhe
doctors think it impossible for him to get
well. The deed was done with an ordinary
three aGed pocket knife, but how it came
in Cox's possession is mystery. The Off
GERS are of the opinion that it was smuggled
il with his food.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
Suing the Gas Trust.

CHICAGO, ILL.,, Sept. 23.-At the sugges-
ton of Mayor Creiger, the council last
night passed resolutions requesting the
mayor to ask the attornry general of tie
State TO begin action in quo warranto
against the gas companies which form tie
gas trust, for the purpose of forfeitlng their
charter
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
Suinp n Railroad,

PARIS Tex, Sept. 23.-Suit was filed by
Charles ard Mary Carmack against the
Frisco railroad today. On the 9th of Feb
ruary, 1890, their son, Dan Carmack, af,nce
repairer, was thrown from hand car while
passing over the switch at Lenoir Station,
receiving injuries causing his death. Dam
ages are laid at $1,000.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
Eartbouake in soutb Carolina.

COLUMBIA, S. o., Sept 23.-Six distinct
shocks of earthquake reported as occurring
about 3:2O this morning. The last shock
was noticeable for nearly q minute. A
rumbIing accompanied the shock which
came from the south.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25

from his horse and received Injuries which,
IL is feared, will prove fatal. His horse fell
upon him. Mr. Hill deals very extensively
in cattle and the accident occurred some
miles from the city.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
Miss ssIppi onyention.

JACKSON, Miss, Sept. 23.-The constitu-
tional convention is still engaged in consic-
ering the committees report on the elective
(. anchise, and is making rapid progress.
only one of the four branches of the report
remains undisposed of
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
The Steamer Baltimore.

STOCKHOLM, Sept. 23.-The United States
steamship Baltimore, which brought the
body of Capt. Ericsen to this country,
sailed today ON her return TO the United
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
arl Nominated.

New YoBK, Sept. 23.-The Democratic
State committee met this morning and
unanimously renominated Judge Robt.
Earl for the court of appleals.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
Nominated by AccIamation.

HILLsBoRo, o., Sept. 23.-The Republi-
cans of the Eleventh district nominated by
acclamation Judge D. w. London of Brown
county for congress.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
PENNSYLVANIA Republicans.

KANE. Pa, Sept. 23.-C. w. Stone of War
rem county was nominated by the Repub-
lican convention for congress in the Twenty
seventh district today.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
Pictorial Convention.

TYLER Tex, Sept. 23.-The flotorial con-
vention for Smith and Gregg in this city to-
day nominated Sam A. Lindsey of Tyler
foater on the first ballot.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
Ford Nominated.

GRAND RAPIDS Mich, Sept. 23.-The
Democrats of the Fifth congressional dis
trict met here today. ExCongressman NJ
E. Ford was nominated on the first ballot.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
Mckinney Casualties.

McKINSEY, Tex, Sept. 23.-Tne barn of
Mr.. D. q. Hill was burned last night. Loss,
$1,000.
This afternoon Mr.. D. G. Hill was thrown
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1890-09-25
THE LANesToN vENABLE CASE.

conclusion reached by the Republican rep
resentatives in caucus this afternoon was to
90 on with the Langston- Venable election
case at all hazards There was a long dis
.cnssion and some members who have been
like warm in their support of the elections
committee and others who are extremely
anxious to get away to attend to private
business or political matters sought to
escape the necessity for remaining in the
city, hut a large majority of the member