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Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16
PROGRESS.

We endeavor to always
keep abreast of The times,
and to that end have made
a radical change in our sys-
tenn of milling, from which we
are producing better Flour
than we have ever made, and
which we unhesitatingly claim
leads the market.
The requisite qualities of
Flour required to make good
bread are color and strength,
and by using our improved
process Flours you will find
that we have attained both of
these qualities to their high
est degree.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16
INSECURITY IN RUSSIA.
Alarming State Of Affairs in
the Cars Dominions.
ANARCHY IN EVERY DEPARTMENT.

To which the Russian Monarch Would
Naturally Look for Protectton--Premfe
Pimental's Bitter References 10 Great
Britain other Foreign Matters.
LONDON, Jan. lG-The suicide Of Col.
Voicikof. Of the cars bodygnard. appears
to be merely one Of very many simlor incl
dents which have lately occurred n St
Petersburg. IL is no longer matter Of
doubt shat conspiracy has been unearthed
In the Russian capital, the enormity and
rRmifications Of which are appalling even
to those whose duties have so frequently
brought them into familiarity with con-
spirncy and intrigue as to harden their sem
sibilities and fortify them against fear.
Although the publication or telegraphis
communication Of any mention OF the con-.
spiracy is rigidly suppressed by tho censors,
enough is known Of the state OF affairs TO
justify the statement that It includes among
its most active participants hundreds Of mill
itary officers Of high rank and birth, gov
ernment officials, trusted attaches OF the
imperial household, male and female, and
in fect is SO thoroughly organized and far
reaching as 70 permeate every department.
upon which the emperor would naturally
rely with implicit confidence for protection
Feeling Of Inseeurity.
The recent suicides were es mysterious as
they were unreasonable, and the fact that
in almost every cuse the victim was either
under close surveillance or in actual Gus
tody raises the suspicion that murder would
more accurately Indicate the cause OF death
thnn suicide The state Of panic which pro
walls in ST. Petersburg among all ciasses
is beyond description, aud ths feeling Of in
security is fast increasing
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

Boston, Jan. lG-The twenty-second an
nual meeting of the Woman's Board of Mis-
sions opened in Mount Vernon church yes
terday with large attendance. The report
of the home department was given by the
home secretary, Miss A. b. Child In the
1921 churches connected with the board
there are now ,lSl auxiliary societies, with
a membership OF $4,000 Twenty-Five mis-
sionaries Of the board have gone to the for
eign field during the year, eleven going out
for the first time and eleven returning after
a period Of rest in this country. The re-
ceipts from contributions and legacies for
the past year were SIP, no
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. l6.-Judge Shafter,
in the superior court, rendered a decision in
the Sharon case which virtually ends that
famous litigation The principal point in
the present controversy was on q demurrer
to the answer made by the Sharon heirs. In
this answer they Incorporated the decree of
the United States circuit court, by which
the alleged marriage contract between Will
lam Sharon and Sarah Althea Hill was de-
clared a forgery and ordered cancelled
Judged Shafter held that this decree OF the
United States court was in force in all
courts, and that tie contract has no legal
existence He ordered tho Sharon case post
p0ned indefinitely
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sold clrnrette. 20 Mlnor..

CAMDEN. N. j., Jan l6--The first prose
cution in this city for violation Of the state
law prohibiting the selling Of cigarettes to
minors took place yesterday. The prosecutor
was George w. Rich Of Tenth and Market
streets. He entered a complaint before
Mayor Pratt charging Frederick Fielder, a
tobacconist, with selling cigarettes to his
sons, aged respectively and u years Mr.
Fielder did not deny the charge, but declared
that it was a common thing for parents tC
send children to stores for tobacco and cigars
He claimed to be in ignorance Of the state
law. He was held in $500 bail for trial
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

LIsBoS, Jan. 10 In the chamber OF depu-
ties Premier Pimrntal said the new govern
ment had come into Office at grave juno
tnre. Portugal had the right and Great
Britain the might bat the government, hav-
ing regard for the honor Of the nation, will
uphold the interests and dignity Of the coun-
Try. He announced the mlnistry's programmes
OF reforms, aud said that he should not ask
FOR 10 She support Of the majority, for be
knew that that was impossible
Senior Rpilao. minister OF Justice in the
late cabinet, -nd the majority was unable
70 repose full confidence in the ministry. bul
would support the government in the settle
ment Of ali problems involving the national
honor
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

CHARLESTON, w. Va, Jan. iG.-A confer
ence was held last night between Judge
Fleming, his counsel, the Democratic mem.
bers Of the legislature and other prominent
members OF the party, at which it was de
cided that no caucus should be held to de.
eide upon the Democratic plan Of action in
the gubernatorial contest. IL was the opin-
ion of all present that the matter should be
considered as a judicial, not as a political
question, and that a caucus would only lay
the party open to adverse criticism. The
Republican members view the matter in tbs
same light, although it was rumored thai
they would caucus.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16
Tho nnrerhIlI Locl,nnt.

HAvERHnLL, Mass, Jan. 1b.-There is no
change in the condition Of the labor troubles
Both sides are as determined as ever, al
though the employees say they would like to
go to work II the differences could be hon
orably adjusted President Gardiner, OF
the Manufacturers association, denies the
rumor that the combination is weakening.
or that there is any probability OF their
workmen are also firm They claim that
higher wages are paid elsewhere than at
Haverhill. and they want a committee Of
business men to investigate, and report il
their claim is not correct
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

New HAVEN, Jan. i6-The board Of direc-
tors of the Sheffield Scientific school last
night asked Professor Honey to rescind the
order he made 10 the students concerning the
purchase Of scientific apparatus. This the
professor refused TO do. aud the directors
have informed him that the policy Of the
college required another man in his place
II is said that the professor will tender his
resignation today, and that one Of the assist
ant professors will take tho class The stu-
dents feel jubilant over their success, but
the faculty have taken measures 20 prevent
any outbreak Of disrespect TO Professor
Honey
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

CHICAGO, Jan. l6 - The Indiana Coal
Miners association at its annual meeting in
Terre Haute decided TO take no action in re-
gard to the Brazil mining troubles. Prosi-
dent Penn was asked what he thoughtof the
action of the Brazil block coal operators
who have given notice that no scale Of prices
fixed in convention viii be recognized. He
said: eve intended to make no scale at this
convention. There will be n scale made at
Columbus next week which they will be
comnelled 20 pay.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. ia large mass
meeting of carpenters at which other trades
were also represented, adopted resolutions
favoring a reduction in hours, an increase in
pay and the abolition Of piece work. The
meeting was called in pursuance Of the eight
hour agitation recommended by the Inter
national Workingmen's congress at Paris
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16
WALKER BLAINE DEAD.
Sudden Termination ofa Bright
Life Full of Promise.
HE WAS A VICTIM OF PNEUMONIA

His Parents and His Brothers Were al
the Dying Mans Bedside when He
Breathed His Last-Brief sketch OF Hi,
Public Career-Honored by Garfield.
WASHINGTON, Jan. 16-Walker Blaine,
the eldest son of Secretary of state Blaine,
and solicitor Of the state department, died
at o'clock last evening of acute pnoumo
mia, aged 50. Around his death bed wer'
Secretary Blaine, Mrs. Blaine, his brothers
Emmons and james. and Miss Dodge
President and Mrs. Harrison arrived just
before the end came They were followed
almost Immediately by Vice President Nor
ton, Secretary Rusk, Secretary Window anC
other members Of the cabinet and Senator
and Mrs. Hale To them Mr.. Emmons Blain
told the sad story.
Mr.. Blaine was taken i'll with a cold a
his Office in the state department last Frida,
morning and was so much indisposed tina
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16
rn sotlle Am aa. ooo. GOO.

NEW YoRK Jan. 6-Henry Hilton, ex-
judge and ex-confdential manager for the
late Alexander T. Stewart. is going to sur
render S., ,0OO,0 600 to the contesting heirs in
order TO stop all further legal proceedings
The terms Of the compromise have not yet
been made public, but enough is known to
justify the assertion that an amicable ad-
justment o. the great contest has been ar
,.t.saI af
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 16-The Johnstown
commission meets again today and will
discuss the erection of staunch bridges, the
erection of hospital and the arrangements
with the Girard Trust company for estab-
fishing an orphans annuity fund, by which
ell orphans by the food will receive $50 a
year until lG years of age. The commissions
balance is 100000.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

COLUMBIA, S. c.. Jan. l6.-At Midway,
Barnweli county, George Pa rick, age Il,
got bold Of an old gun aud while playing
with it, it discharged and blew or the head
Of his 5-year-old sister The little fellow
was 50 shocked and frightened by fh- acci-
dent that be ran from the hou Y sil laid
his head on a railroad track in i,a OF an
approaching train. He was seen ana dr.sged
away in time 70 save his life
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

NORTH ADAMS, Mass, Jan. l6 Fifteen
men were overcome by gas in the Hoosac tun-
mel yesterday afternoon, and several barely
escaped suffocation. They were brought hero
yesterday evening, and it is thought all will
recover. The damp weather seems to inter
fere with the circulation Of air in the tunnel.
making it dangerous for workmen to remain
-
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

LONDON, Jan. l0-AIr Bidduph Martin,
the London banker and husband Of Victoria
Woodruff, is said TO have hired house in
New York and il going 70 institute suits Of
criminal libel against certain persons and
papers for defamation Of his wife aud Of her
sister, Tennie q ClAhin, the wife Of Sir Fran
els Cook Sir Francis Cook who, b sides be-
ing a baronet in England, is known as ths
Niscount Of Monserrat in Portugal, is said
90 have offered reward Of $4,000 for the
discovery Of the author Of reports about his
family.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16
coNvIoTs As LAuNoRYMeN.


he Put TO Work.
ALBANY, Jan. i6--There is excitement in
labor circles In this city over the fact that
Il has @,come known that the Albany peni-
tentiary viii put the convicts at work in a
prison laundry. A contract was made some
months ago with Howard Paddock, a former
attache OF the peniteniiary. The contract
is to run for three years from Jan IL, 1890
II calls for the employment Of the male
couvicts only, and the minimum number 20
be employed under its provision Is 100 men,
the maximum Is 100 Mr.. Paddock is to
provide all the skilled labor necessary for
the working OF the laundry and furnish his
own plant. New work exclusively Is to be
laundried and that to consist Of shirts only.
A clacse in the contract gives tho poniten-
tiary commission the power to rescind il at
the expiration Of one year from its date, II
the earnings Of the convicts do not average
fifty cents per day each. The contract, as
IL y impossible under the present law 20 LET
out the work Of the convictsata daily rate Of
wages, is made on the basis Of so many
cents per dozen. The plant is valued al
$4,000 and will be ready IN two weeks The
greater part Of the work Is to come from
New York city. President Dowling, Of the
New York state assembly, says that imme.
date steps will be taken to repeal the pres
cnt law
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

settlers in the leather factory of Beggs g.
Cobb have struck Some time since the men
we're doing IT'S sides at $40 per week, but
agreed TO do 200 sides a week by working
overtime, receiving sl127 The irm noti-
lied them that 200 sides would be expected
without extra pay. The other operatives
viii be affected by the strike
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16
Judge KaIIey's wui.

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. l6.-The win Of the
late Congressman William d. Kelley was.
admitted to probate yesterday. All his
property is bequeathed to his wife and four
children, but the executor. in his petition
for letters OF administration, did not give
any estimate of the value of the estate 1t
is understood, however, that Mr.. Kelley was
possessed Of considerable real estate
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

NEW YORK, Jan. l6.-General Superin-
tendent Toucey, of the New York Central
railroad, says that no notice has been re-
ceived by the management Of any trouble or
discontent among the engineers and fremen
on the portion Of the road between New
York and Syracuse, as reported in the dis
patches. No grievance is known TO exist,
and no strike is expected
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

ALBANY. Jan. 1I--The committe appoint
Cd TO select a site for the new state prison
handed in its report TO the legislature this
morning The committee will recommend
that the village of Schoharie be selected as
the place for the new state prison. Other
sites favorably considered are Jonesburg,
Columbia county; Woodstock. Ulster coun.
ty, and Monticello, Sullivan county.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16
neLnneer Nleoll.. LIbel suIt.

NEW York, Jan. f6-Lennder Richard
son. editor Of The Dramatic News, was ar
rested yesterday, charged with hbelling
De Lancey Nicoll, the lawyer, by printing a
statement that Mr.. Nicoll had been seen
riding in a carriage on Long Island with
Mrs j. g. Blaine Jr.. and with his arm
around the lady's waist Mr. Nicoll pro.
nounces the story false in every particular.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

LAWRENCE, Mass. Jan 16.-Charles Rost,
aged 80, a German tailor, committed suicide
in cell at the police station here yesterday
by hanging himself with a handkerchief.
He came TO the station Tuesday evening
suffering from delirium tremens, and asked
for protection from men who he imagined
were following him about He leaves a
widow.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

JoHNsrowN. Pa, Jan. 10 The waters in
the Conemaugh river and Stoney Greek are
again at flood height The Cambria City
bridge is in danger OF being swept away.
The lower part Of Millville, near the stone
bridge, il again under water and the occu-
giants Of some Of the houses are moving out
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

BUFFALO, N. Y, Jan. 16-The two prize
fighters, Ike Farrell and Sam Strauss, who
were arrested as vagrants, were arraigned
before Justice Feldman yesterday. Farrell
was sent to the penhentiary for ten days
and Strauss was discharged, having proved
that he had a house here
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16
A salute to the Dead Costs Life.

AIKEN. S c., Jan. l6.-Jack Fields, the
colored man who was wounded by the firing
of cannon In honor Of jefferson Davis on
the day of the latter's funeral, died here
Tuesday night. Before the adjournment Of
vvtsd T.e-l- 80 70 2ay az ios5scsl expenses
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16
rle GrIn nrInr ono.

New YoRK, Jan. l6.-The mortality re-
turns for the twenty-four hours ending at
noon yesterday furnish ground for the hope
that the epidemic has done its worst in this
city Yesterdays figures show decrease
Of 50 from Tuesdays record, and are n be-
hind the phenomenal death returns OF
Wednesday, week ago, which footed up
or0
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

NEW YoEK J "A ld-Aaosh subway ex-
plusson occurred last night, the manhole
covers on Sixth agsuue at Sixteenth and
Seventeenth streets being blown up. It Is
thought that electric light wires in the con-
duit became crossed, aud that q spark ignited
gas which had leaked into tho subway. No
aae U.s. L.iLas1 -
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

PORTLAND, Ore. Jan. 1o.-John Lee Lo-
gan, of the Idaho supreme court, died at
Lewiston, Idaho. yesterday, at the age Of Al
years. He was born in Salem, Va, and his
widow is a daughter Of Hon. Randolph
Tucker He was practicing law in New
York city when appointed Judge in March,
lSSO
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

AVON, Mass, yar l6-An attempt was
made yesterday to wreck the train leaving
Boston at noon for Fall River. Ties were
placed across the track between here and
Montello. probably by tramps, but the engi-
neer discovered the obstruction in TINA
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

NEW YoRK, Jan 16-Members Of the
crow Of the American schooner Julien, seized
for alleged smuggling by the Colombian
gunboat La Popa, have arrived here, and
staIe that they were brutally treated by
their captors
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

GIBRALTAR, Jan. l6-The United States
squadron sailed from this port yesterday.
Il will visit Carthagena, Barcelona, Toulon,
Trieste, Malta and Algers, and win return
here
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he never came &c
his Office after
wards. At first il
was thought that
he had only the
prevailing innuen-
"a, but his cold de
vcloped into pneu-
monia, which rap
idly became worse.
He was not, how
ever, thought to be
in a critical condi-
tion until yester-
day morning, when
his arnn nfnl,n .
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

LONDON, Jan. i6-Rev. Dr. Talmage Of
the Brooklyn Tabernacle, telegraphs from
Paris that he is prostrnted with influenza
and will BE- unable TO preach in London on
Sunday next and in other towns. as arranged.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

DUBLIN. Jan l6- Edward Walsh, mayor
Of Wexford and proprietor Of The Wexford
People, has been sentenced 10 prison Tor two
months for publishing boycott notice.
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

New YoRK, Jan. 16.--Col. Emmons Clark
has declined the appointment Of street clean
ing commissioner. Mr. Coleman vacated
tue ofece yesterday. -----
Evening journal. [volume] (Wilmington, Del.) 1888-1932, 1890-01-16

ZANZIBAR Jan. l6 -Emin Pasaa has sus-
tanned a relapse, and is lying in critical
condition
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NOTICE.-THE COUNTY ASSESSMENT
kN is now completed, and may be seen at
the following places:
First Ward James H. Harkins. No. 2i5
West Fourth street.
Second Wsrd-Diamond's store, southwest
corner Third and Poplar streets.
Third Ward-John j Kennedy No. 800
Madison street.
Fourth ward-Bernard Bonner. southwest
corner Fifth and Spruce streets.
Fifth Ward thomas McGillin, northeast
corner Sixth and Madison streets.
Sixth Ward-Willfam McSheas. No. 1898
Seventh ward-w. S. Boores, No 4Ol Della
ware avenue.
Eighth Ward-Edward's cigar store, north
west corner Eighth and kirkwOOd streets.
Ninth Ward-J. J. Rigby, No. 1000 Market
street
Tenth Ward-Youngs. southeast corner
Second and Harrison streets
Eleventh Ward-Rohert Cottingham, Mary
land avenue and Liberty streets
Twelfth Ward-Rhilip X. Sheas, southeast
corner Fourth and Scott streets
The assessors will be in session at the Court
House, Gevy Court room. on January p, ~,
30. 81 and February /. for the purpose Of max
ing any corrections and placing any name on
the assessment list that may have been
omitted.
The Salt Lake herald. [volume] (Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1870-1909, 1890-08-24
sunol Fails to Beat Maud SIS Time.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 23.-This was the
closing day at Washington park. The event
was Sunors attempt, the famous Cali
fornia mare, to beat the four year-old rec
ord of 2:11A previously made by her and
the record of Maud S., if possible. Sunol
came to the post driven by the veteran
Charles Marvin. Her pace to the first
quarter was terrific for first quarter,
she going the distance in 30 seconds, or a
2: OS gait From there to the half the
mare seemed to lose her speed, reaching the
half pole in :05l4, but this time seemed to
indicate her speed as she went to the three
quarters in / :39 and home in 2:10 Marvin
urged her gently in the last quarter. This
equals her performance as a three year
old.
In the 2:3a class, trotting, unfinished
from yesterday, Chief Medium and Duke
took one heat each and Navidad two.
Kremlin to-day won two heats and Navi-
dad took the third and race. Kremlin wins
second money, Chief Medium third, Prize
fourth Duke had been distanced In the
sixth heat. Best time-2 :2214.
The 2:13 pace, 81 ,0c0, mile heats-Roy
Wilkes won, Pickaway second, Fred Ar
thur third, FL Moearch fourth. Best time
-2:141a.
The 2 :25 pace, mile heats, s., 000-Cricket
won, Grants Abdallah second, Guy third
Tillie Herr fourth. Best time-2:124.