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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
La Grippe.

This disease prevailed in France and
usrmany In the year 1898. according TO
information in the hands Of Judge Water
man Of Gorham. Ne.
while it is not necessarily dangerous of
iiseif' the tendency IL 10 pnsumonis and
an should see TO IL that its fsngs are not
fastened upon them.
The circnla'ion needs To he qaickened
the system toned up 90 as TO enable nature
TO assert herself ard throw il of or better
Sill % prevent It altogether. Browns In.
sisnt Relief has been found to be a specific
Tor ia grippe" and if taken in little cold
water upon rising in the morning and re,ir.
ing at nlgnt will prevent your having la
grippe" isnsdIm
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Jumped His Bail.

porrlAsp, Jan, i6-The case of Roscoe
NJ. Stevens for stealing q valuable diamond
ring from f. T. Maxwell was called up
THURSDAY in the Portland Municipal Court
hu, the prisoner did not respond having
;ump. d bail HIS boudsuen are Roswell
T. Dou,en and Frank D. Msgnes- They
lose 5000
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Judre Haskell Gives Decision in the
vose VS.. stiles Case,

M.cH1As. Jan. i6.-Judge Haskell read
the degree as to the Vose Stiles case in
onen court this afternoon. Sriles is 10 deed
the lot TO Vose in payment Of a fixed
amount in the decree and assumes control
of the property. rents. etc.
Sti,es retains the rent of the store In the
block as now occupied Al rental nxed 10
the decree for ten ,ars from Its first oeca-
pation with tie op.ien Of renewal a. the
end of ten yesrs A difficult case Is no-
settled. Il has attracted the attention Of
the best lie gal m nds ard the interes. IN it
q, Mschiss was deep
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Who Shall Select Site for the 1892
Worlds Fair?

In the House Mckinley, of Ohio, from
the committee of rules, reported = resolu-
iion for the appointment of = committee on
the Worlds Fair, TO consist of l3 members
which committee shall within thee days
report plan by which the House can de-
termine site for the proposed fair. and
subsequently to report bill providing for
the fair.
Cannon Of Illinois, rs minority commit
tee, reported substitute resolution recit-
ing that the house had referred TO the com
mittee on foreign affairs bills, petitions,
and memorials touching the projected
worlds fair in 1892, giving full jurisdic
ton 10 that committee of the whole subject
matter, asking the committee TO report a
resolution providing for selecting the local
ty for the fair of 1892 by vote of the
house.
After long debate Cannon's substitute
was adopted.
The neIt vote was upon the substituting
majority resolution Gas amended) for the
original resolution referred to committee
on rules. Defeated.
Springer moved to reconsider.
Mckinley moved to lay that motion on
the table, pending which house at 4 so ad-
journed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17

Pensions have been granted TO the folio y
ing residents Of Maine:
Isaiah j. James. Eureka; Horace c.
Wilson, Bangor; Ps'rlck Doyle, National
Military Home. Asa F. Smith, North Win
terport; James c. Bishop. Monson; Sils.
Mckeen, Ly melville; George +. Taylor
Athens Rufus A Carter. MontvilIe. Jo-
se7h, Souihard, Ripley, minors Of William
r. HAYES, st. Al5ans.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17

thentic news has been received concerning
the funeral Of the late Walker Blaine.
Thursday morning Hon. J. II Manley re-
ceived telegram from Mr.. Blaine snnounc-
ing that the funeral services would occur
on Friday afternoon, and Mr.. Manley will
be- iu atte idance He departed for Wash
ington THURSDAY morning at ten o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
From Another Source.

WAsHINGros. Jan l6.-Arrangements
for the funeral OF Walker Blaine are not
yet completed, but it is more than prob
able that the funeral will take place Sat-
urdsy afternoon at 2 o'clock from the
Church of the Covenant, Presbyterian
ard interment will be made at OAK Hill
cemetery.
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meteorological Re port.
dan. is. ~ 0. 800 r. NJ
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Wants Mica on the Free List

H. T Richardson Of New York repre-
senting the large stove makers of the Unit
ed States appeared before the ways and
means committee Thursday and Advocated
that mica be retained on the free list. To
place duty on it would be burden to the
manufacturer xithout bene fitting the con
sumer. kilograms from several stove
companies we're read urging retention of
mica on the free list
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Six Murderers Ssrune Up.

FoRr SMITH. Ark, Jan. I6.-Sjx con.
dsmned murderers we're hanged here a,
IL IL P. VI.
Harris Austin, John Billy, Sam Goen,
Jsmison B1rris, Thomas Willis and Jane
son Jones. Who were hanged for murders
committed in Indian Territory. on the
sca6sld confessed their crime, acknowl. /.
edged the justice Of their punishment and
said they we're ready to die.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
FOREIGN intelligence
Great Mortality Stops Opera
tionS in The SOudan.
English Traders Protest Against End.
lands Ultimatum.
Moussa Bsy's Case to be Rsopened
by the Sultan After an Appeal

CAiRo, Jan. l6 Authentic news has
been received Of terrible mortality among
the natives in the Souian, resulting from
lack of rain during the sutumn. The dsht-
lag forces are dispersed. o.man p.sna
left omdasman for Tokar. Slatin Rev
writes that the reports of the death Of Mia
lifa 10 untrue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Mutual Arbitration

The Argentine and Brazilian delegates
pre-ented IN the panAme rican conference.
yesterdsy. a series of resolutions providing
for mutual arbitration of all international
disputes arising in American territory. The
resolutions ~Tre referred to the commi, ee
on general welfare.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Republican Activity Feared.

LONDON. Jan. i6 1t is reported that
several European statesmen friendly to
England have expressed TO Marquis Salis-
bury their fears that his action in the Por-
tusuese dispute will afford = prctext for
the republican activity in Spain and Portu-
gal that will endanger these monarchies.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
HAYERHILL STRIKE.
What Has Been Done for the
JOhDstOVn Sufferers.
The Celebrated SteVart Will Case Is
Finally Settled.
A Minnesota Woman Shoots and
Poisous Her Three Children,

HAvERHILL. Jan. l6-J. II. Winchell {
| Co., published statement this afternoon
stating in accordance with the vote of tn.
associated manufacturers passed tods,
they were ready st any time TO meet the
workmen and talk with them individually
concerning all disagreemeu,s in matters Of
wages and works.
| The Invitation of j. II. Winchell 4 Co,
TO striking employees to return to work
seems to encourage every body in the hope
that the wors, is over The difference be.
tween the manufacturers and the shoe
makers in the Union is not settled. bu, the
Invitation changes he condition of affairs
TO some extent. The responsibility Of con
tinuing the contest 10 shifted from the
Manufacturers Association TO the Union.
If the officials of that organization refuse
to allow the strikers TO return to their
benches, the tide of public sympathy will
be turned TO the side of the manufacturer.
The msjority of people will see that the
union can afford to waive the matter TO a
special recognition by the manufacturers
IN order to start the business in the fscto-
ries again. The union has now gained the
object for which it said it came 10 Haver-
hill, stopping further cut downs
That the idle workmen feel an interest
in the ending Of the contest, is evident
from the eager manner in which they
crowded about the bulletin put out at the
newspaper offices this afternoon, announc-
ing Winchell 4 Co.'S offer to their en-
ployes.
AT special meeting of the union tonight
IT was resolved to endorse the action Of II.
L. Moulton and stand firm for the reeogni-
ton of the union
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
YOUR gcsEf REFUNDED
Tho Most Valuable Medicine.

Browns Instant Relief Away. carry
Win me and consider il the most valuzbls
medicine for the immediate relief Of main
that there Is in this country
Geo. L. Beal, State Tress.n
Augusta, Ne.
iantdartfs1reotn
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Portland Sir Knights Entertain Dis
tinguished Guests.

FoKrLAsD, Jan. l6--At special con-
clave of Portland Commandery this even
ing Sir Knights Of the eommsndery received
distinguished guests from this and neigh
boring Jurisdictions. Eminent Sir Arlingto
b. Marston, G. C., officially inspected the
commandery. Sir Knight MArs;on was
received by the commandery. Following
the reception ceremonies an inspection WAS
proceeded with. including the comforting
of the orc er of red cross on several petit
TONERS. Sovereign Grand Master was
assisted by visitors. AT the close Of the
work the Sir Knights were escorted TO the
barqaet hall and a bsnqnet and speeche.
followed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Portuguese Government Viii Main.
tain its Dignity Absolutely.

LISBON. Jan. l6,-prime Minister Pi-
mental WAS absent from the chamber Of
peers today owing TO severe attack Of
influenza. In his abs nee the minister Of
Ia'tice delivered declaration on the dis
pute with England.
Remarks similar to those made yesterday
In the chamber of deputies by Pimeutai
VINO declared the government would pro-
teet the interests AS far as possible and
maintain its dignity absolutely. A recrim-
inatory debate followed and all agreed In
denouncing the British ultimstum Sew
erai colonial governors including the gov.
ernor OF Mozambique have resigned.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17

been given his opportunities Of citizenship
under the same conditions ss are absolutely
/ necessary 10 white men. It seemed to him
that cot a proposition came from the South
In reference to the eoiored rsee in which
there vas one ray Of hope. He could not
see that the representative should have any
policy bat the polio. Of despair. Be could
not believe any considerable number of
eoiored people could be induced TO de port
themselves or the American people could
ever be got TO apply 10 them any restraint
What be asked vas barrier to the negro
living in peace in this country and To his
dividing between two political parties, as
the Germans and S~edes did, except ths,
the white race would not permit that thing
to be done,
Blair spoke sgainst the bill and wound
up with the argument that the solution 10
the difficulty lay ia enactment of his bill 10
promote education.
The bill went over without action
message from the President in refer
ence TO claims of the government Of Sweden
and Norway in regard to tonnage vas pre-
senied, read, and referred TO the committee
on foreign relations.
Teller presented the credentials of Will
bur +. Sanders and Thomas c. Powers as
senators elect from Montana Referred TO
the committee on privileges and elections
The senate proceeded 10 the considers-
ton Of executive business, and at AIS sd
journed till Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
English Traders Protest Against Eng
Iands Course

LIsnoN, Jan. 10 Several leading Eng
lish commercial houses In this city and
oporto are preparing protest against the
English ultmatum, They regard the dee
patch of British men of war TO Portuguese
waters harmful to their business
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
AMERICAN NEGROES.
"Xhat Shall be Done With Them
as a Race 2"
Senator Butler Wants TO Ship Them ali
to Africa,
While Hosr Calls It The Most As
founding Proposition 10 the History
OF the Senate.

WAsHISGroS, Jan. l3-Morrill, from
finance committee, reported tha. the con
current resolution requesting the secretary
Of the treasury net TO make new lease OF
the islands St Paul and St. George. in
Alaska, for the purpose of taxing fur seals
thereon, and postpone all action in relation
thereto, until after the goth of February
1880.
After brief disca sion the resolution
vas passed.
Several other bills were reported from
the committees ard placed on the calendar
The senate took up the lii introduced BY
Butler, to provide for emigration of per
s)ns of every color from Southern States
Butler proceeded to address the Senate
Cupidity, he said, brought the African
acre. Cupidity inveiSied the Chinaman
here and cupiiity had driven him out The
Indian had been here, and would no. be
reduced to slavery. so the Indian was
bounded and corralled. but h was stll
here and was menace. What was TO be
done with the Indian? Make citizen of
him? Give him ballot, with full civil
and political rights? Why not: The
Indian Was here before the white man,
African or Mougolian. He spoke of grant
ing suffrage to the eolorei men as craze,
WAS neither wise nor judicious. But the
act was done and he could not see now how
il vas to be undone.
He would not discuss the responsibility
for il. He would admit, for :he sake of
argument, that both sections, both polit-
cal parties were respoT sible. Some per-
sons who held nigh rank in the intellectual
world, hold that in the history of the Afri-
can race, this country was TO be seen in
the hand of God for the accomplishment
of great purpose in another hemisphere
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Bowdoin Alumni ate 1t Port
land

PORTLAND, Jan. l6 6-The Bowdoin
Alumni Association of Portland and vicinity
met at the Falmouth hOta this evening.
The following officers were elected Presi-
dent. Geo. Z. Emery. Vice Presidents,
Nathan Cleaves, Augustus +. Moul,on.
Jos. w. Reymonds. john A. Waterman,
Secretary. ID. W. Snow; Treasurer, Frank
s. Waterhouse, Orator; Rev. +. c. Cum
uiinzs, Poet; V C. Wilson POSTMASTER,
+. .. Con4pt, Ex-comnittee. Prentiss
Loring, Chas. L Webster. Walter G..
Davis.
An invitation Of the Boston Bovdoin
Alumni Association 70 be repress snted at
their dinner vas accepted and Hon. W. l..
Putnam and Hon. c. Z. Libby were
appointed to represent the association.
At the post prandial exercises Augustus
y. Mouiton, Esq. delivered an Grafton. A
poem vAs read by Albert W. Foiman.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17

RoyeI Baking
\RWder

The most cherished Of all the gYiddls
cakes, and when properly made the most
delicious. II has been aRainst buckwheat
cakes made in the old-fashioned way win
yeast or risen overnight tha, they were fFe-
guently heavy or sour that disagTeeable e.
fects followed their eating. 1t has been found
tha. these objections are completely over
come by mixing them with the Royal Bak-
ing Powder instead Of yeast. Quickly
made; no setting overnight; no materials
spoiled Risen with Royal Baking Powder
they are most delicious light, sweet. ten
der, assuredly wholesome, and may be eaiea
by any one without the slghtes, inconven-
ience. Once tested from the following re-
eeips, the buckwheat cake viii be awarded Q
prominent place among our table delicae;ss.
Rscxvr Take Two eups II bsntwheas Aosv, e.s
eup Of wheat -Four, tso tsblespoons Of RoyA Bahag
fosder one ha1 teaspoon Of sal; and s,h dvy. -
and thoroughly tozefh<r. Then niz vssh sweet mn
INTO tim bafter and bake . hot sriddls-
Try them naacs this gay. They vii Be a r-vsnaoa-
Royal Baking Powder is specially made
for use IN the preparation ofihe finest, most
wholesome, and delicate cookery. Because
Of its great strength it is also the most co.
1nmiel q ley01ing age1aa.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Gardiner Lady Dies at Concord. n. H

CoscosD. n. H., Jan. l6-Mrs Julia
A. Stanley, aged So wears, of Gardiner,
Ne, and Miss Eina L. Smith aged z5 years
Of Aoultooboro, died from la grippe a,
Concord. Wednesday night. Mrs. Stanley
was visiting friends and Miss Smith became
i'll in Boston while journeying to Florida
and started to return home but 20, no far
ther than this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Poor BusinsDa Caused Their Failure.

New York, Jan. lG-Chauncey X ant
Moses T. Buchanan, dealers in paper anC
manufacturers of cards, 23 Beekman street
have assigned preferences si7 ,9s5. Cause
bad business and low prices
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Nominations Confirmed By the Senate

The Senate today confirmed TIE follow.
ing nominations
For civil service eommis.ioners-Theo
dore Roosevelt. New YORK; Hugh s
Thompson, South Carolina.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17

Lewis 4. Barker was born in 1854 in
Stetson, Penobscot county, Maine. He
hved here until he was l6 years of age anl
attended sc iool there, Afterwards atrendins Z
the Foxcroft Academy, Franklin Family
School, Maine Wesleyan Seminary and the
Eastern State Normal School. In 1872
be tommenced the study of law in his
ia hers office in Bangor, and graduated
with high honors from the law departmt nj
IF the Union University, at Albany, N r,
receiving the degree of bachelor Of laws.
In 1876 he became junior partner in the
law firm of Barker, Vose & Barker.
lie served two terms in the State legisla-
tufe was an Odd Fellow and member Of
the Knights Of Pythias. He was very hon
"rsble and bis word was as good as bi.
bond.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
MAINE DISPATCHES.
Hon. Lewis A. Barker Passes 0uietly
Away.
A Brilliant Young Maine Mans Career
Ended by Death

Bosros, Mass Jan. i6 Hon Lewis A.
Barker of Bangor Maine, who has been III
at Hotel Langhsn for some days, died
Wednesday morning. His father. Hon.
Lewis Barker, and a relative. Hon. T. A.
Wentu orth, were with him at the time of
his death. He passed away very quietly
He bad started on trip to Florida, for his
health, but was taken with the fatal illne IS
at the hotel whore he died He leaves a
wife and Two chiliren, sou and daughter.
HIS father will leave for home this after
noon and the remains will follow later.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
An Old Sea Captain Dead.

SEARsPoRT. Jan. l6-Captsin Willard
j. Treat, aged IS years. formerly Of Med
ford, Mass, died at Searsport Thursday
morning For over fifty years he was a
shipmaster.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
No Bill Against Mahore for Shooting
Harrison

PETERSBURG. Va. Jan. ls-In Hu.-
ting's court today the grard jury returned
"not true biii' In the case of Gen VIM.
Malone charged with feloniously shooting
, Herbert Harrison the night Of November
sth.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17

Miss L. VI Genthur has been appointed
postmis,ress at Hoit's Ntils. in the town of
Garland, vice Rosilie Holt.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17

Dover. N. II Jan. l5.-There are
probably more cases Of sickness in this city
u the present time than ever before in its
history. Three deaths last night.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17

As Speaker Dow of the House of Repre-
seursiives IA sick, no action has yet been
taken in regard to Mr. Barkers death
Arrangements will probably be made to-
lay tor .he represe ntation Of the House at
he funeral of their late b. other member
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Killed by a Falling Tree.

FoEr FAIRFIELD. Jan. lS Thomas Ns-
dean af Fort Fairfield. aged 81 ysars, vas
killed bv 4 tree falling on him ct Beafce's
camp, Monday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Everything 10 Quiet at Para

New YoRx, Jan. ls.-The steamship
Ambrose, arrived today from Para, reports
everything a. quiet on the date Of sailing,
January SIN.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
-Four Men Killed by Premature Explo
sion.

NASHVILLE, Tenn Jan. lG -Four men
were killed and several others badly
wounded by premature explosion blast at
a camp near Johnston city, on the Atlantic
& Ohio railroad this morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Help Asked OF tho King OF Italy

LISBON. Jan, l6.-The Queen dow ager
implores the King of Italy to use his infu.
ence with England to secure a moderation
of the demands that imperls the Portuguese
throne.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Camden Rumseilers are Locked Up

CAMDEN, Jan. i6.-Police officers have
continued to raid the liquor sellers, this
afternoon finding some tanglefoo in W. K.
Smart's saloon. Smart and his clerk Hig-
gins were both arrested.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
Assistan. Secretary Sick.

Assistant Secretary Bstcheller was taken
sick tod sy With influenza and 10 not able TO
leave bis house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
This Metropolitan Police Board May
6tay,

Bnsroy, Jan ls.-The common council
tonight defeated an order directing the
mayor 10 appear before the legislature and
advocsie the abolition of the metropolitan
police board.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17
osf ator Apisou Ura1imously Reromi.
mated

DEs MofxEs. Ia, Jan. le.-Senator
Allison was unanimously renominased Ut
the republican senatorial caucus this even
ing.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17

Both the method and results vhc
syrup Of Figs Is taken; it is pleas..
and refreshing to the taste, aud ac'
gently yet promptly on the Kidney
Liver and Bowels, cleanses the sy
tenn eHectually. dispels colds, head
aches and fevers and cures habituai
constipation. Syrup of Figs is TIE
only remedy Of its kind ever pro
luccd, pleasing to the taste and ac-
ceptable to the stomach, prompt in
its action and truly beneficial in its
effects, prepared only from the most
healthy and agreeable substances, its
many excellent qualities commend it
to all and have made it the most
popular remedy known.
Syrup of Figs is for sale in SOC
and 81 bottles by all leading drug
gists. Any reliable druggist who
may not have it on hand will pro
cure it promptly for any one who
wishes to try it. Do not accept any
substitute.
CALIFORNIA Fic syrup co.
LOUISVILLE. X. ~tw yoss. NJ
9nar2Sd&vlv
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The State Board OF Arbitration Will
Try to Settle the Matter

BosroN, Jan. l6.-The State Board of
Arbitration received this afternoon official
notice from the Mayor of Haverhill of the
strike and lockout in that city. The board
will reach Haverhill at IL A. NJ. tomorrow
to confer with the parties relative to set
tlement.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1890-01-17

Mr. Enloe of Tennessee introduced bill
directing the secretary of war to investi-
gate the claims for the use of church and
school buildings by the United States troops
during the rebellion. Referred.
On motion of Mr.. Mason of Illinois a
resolution WAS adopted authorizing the ser
geant alarms 10 appoint special deputy
70 serve the proct sses for a special ,ommit-
tee to investigate the ballot box forgeres
Mr., Luce of Iowa introduced bill to
amend the election law. Referred
Mr. Dorsey of Nebraska introduced the
Knox bill for providing for permanent
national bank circulation.