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Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
A BENEFICIAL ASSEMBLY.
Doings at the Last Days Session Of tho
knights Of Labor.

TOLEDO, Nov. 1s-At yesterdays session
OF the knights Of Labor assembly, the
committee on legislation recommended
that that the general executive board
should use every effort in the agitation in
favor Of the enforcement Of the laws, under
which, IL carried out, the charter Of the
New York Central railway will be for
feited. Attention was called TO the move
ment Of morocco manufacturers, a pro-
tected industry, that had combined 10 de-
stroy the organization Of workingmen in
their employ. IL was resolved that the
general assembly urge congress TO put
finished morocco on the free list. Reso-
lutions were adopted condemning the con-
vict labor system, and condemning the
Howe Scale company ofRutland, VT.
Mr.. Powderly nlade nm address arh said
the assembly was one Of the most bene-
fetal TO the order ever held. A resolution
was passed sustaining Mr.. Powderly in all
his connections with the order against the
attacks Of Fred Turner Of Philadelphia.
The assembly closed with"The Song Of the
Proletaire." Adjourned sine die.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
CHRISTIAN ENDEAvOR UNION.
Opening of the Massachusetts Contin-
gents Convention at Springfield.

~
SPRINGFIELD, Mass, Nov. 1S.-The sixth
annual convention of the Massachusetts,
Christian Endeavor union opened here
yesterday. Fully 1900 delegates were pres
ent from out of town. The afternoon ex-
ercises, held at the First church, were
opened by priase service, after which q
new constitution was accepted and adop-
ted. Mayor Bradford extended welcome in
behalf of the city, while w. p. Draper and
Rev. G. c. Baldwin, Jr., delivered the
salutations from the local union and
churches, respectively. Rev, Lawrence
Phelps, the president, responded for the
state union and then Mrs. Alice M. Scud-
der Of the New Jersey union presented q
paper on "The Work Of Junior Societies" |"
which was illustrated by objects Rev.
w. w. Sleeper Of Stoneham afterward con-
Quoted an open parliament on junior
work, q score OF helpful suggestions be-
ing received, while Edward l.. Pease Of
Boston presented line of printed helps
for workers. The evening session at the
city hall opened with praise service, the
address being made by Rev. DIR. A. @.
Dixon and Rev. W. G. Puddefoot, the
latters subject being "The Home Work" 1"
About 800 delegates are expected today.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
BOSTON STORE.
Merchants Exchange Building.

Those who want share of the bargains in
ladies Garments as advertised in Mondays
TRIrrNF lad better mako an early visit
The very tow priced ones will soon be out
The % i'umrl Garments which have had
such II run arc coming In every day, or -
fast as they can be delivered
Anticipating scarcity of fur last May we
placed immense orders for these goods To be
delivered !n October, November and Dccem.
ber. They are now coming To hand from sS
To - less than they can De bought for today.
Our customers get this benefit which ac
counts for the great run on these goods
DAVID HARLEY Co
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
LAID AT REST.

Funeral Of Miss Elizabeth Dcgnan Held
Yesterday.
The funeral Of Miss Elizabeth Degnan
took place yesterday from her home in
Central Falls. The remains were incased
in beautiful white casket and were taken
to the Church OF the Sacred Heart where
Rev. Father Hurley celebrated high maj 3
OF requiem.
Burial was at st. Frances cemetery.
and OF numerous designs. The deceased
was lS years Of age, member Of the
Children Of Mary OF the Sacred Heart
Church and highly respected by all her
many friends.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
COON SUPPER.

4 Su'nptuous spread at the slater House
Last Evening.
"Coon! Bring on the coon!"
These were the expressions that cam,
from the throats of forty people that as
sembled Mt the Slater House last night n
hungry as cowboys after ten days scout
Two coons were shot in Connecticut last
week by n friend OF Dan Ashton of'h's city.
He sent them TO Pawtucllot 60 be G,vour.u.
They were. Invitations were rrut out,
and a more jolly gathering never assem-
bled in the Slater House. Kelley . Nc
Kelvey, the proprietors, did up every.
thing in good shape and all were pleased
with the spread.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
OLD B0REAS WAS WILD
Plays High links" on
Stump Hill.
A BARN BADLY DAMAGED.
A Hen House Tossed Into the Wood
Like Straw.

The hurricane" last night did consid-
cradle damage about the city.
Awnings creaked and groaned and in
many instances were more or less dam
aged by the high wind.
The most damage seemed to be in the
neighborhood OF Stump Hill, where Frank
Silver suffered considerable loss to his
property.
His barn was blown from the founda-
tions and left in bad shape and three or
four small out-houses were also badly
demolished
A hen house was blown into the woods
a distance OF about fifty feet.
Fortunately no persons were injured
although all were badly frightened.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
LiFE'S TROUBLES ENDED.

Miss Julia ReiiIey Laid at Rest at VT
~. Mary's.
tn" funeral OF Miss julia Reilley, who
dieo - Ter home 81 Elm street, Sunday,
took lace yesterday from st. Joseph's
Church where requiem mass was celebrated
by Rev. Father McQuade.
Tho cortege wended its way to Mt. st.
Mary cemetery where the remains were
tender,y laid at rest.
Much sympathy is expressed for the
famil 4 their loss.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
Daniel McGrath thought that sherman's

Daniel McGrath thought that Sherman's
vote will reach close to 200.
Joshua Lothrop-I have big hopes.
Jude Taylor-I'm satisfied.
Daniel II. Harrold-The Democrats VIII
poll fully as large a vote as they did on
November 3.
Thomas j. McParlin-Ihe vote Is
coming out we'll.
Alderman O'Reilly-If there is no elec-
tion Pm in favor OF having the next heat
next Saturday.
Representative Salisbury-Carroll will
lasts as he had on the first trial
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
What "a want" Did.

Editu, tribune;
Allow me to congratulate you on the
merits OF your paper as an advertising
medium. | put want ad. in the
TRIBUNE and in one day l got fifteen
responses. The same day, last Thursday
got three responses from the ad. in the
Times. HENRY HERRIcK.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
Argument All In.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 1s.-In the United
States supreme court yesterday j. c. Car
ter of New York continued his argument
in the anti-lottery case, holding that the
anti-lottery law was an invasion of the
freedom of the press. He said congress
had full power over the mails and might
refuse it's privileges to newspapers with
out interfering with the freedom of print
ing. The case was closed by Thomas j.
Semmes of New York for Mr.. Dupre.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
whole Crew Drowned.

LONDON, Nov. ls.-The captain OF tho
American shooner William NJ. Bradley,
which sailed from Charleston, :. c., Oct.
3, for Weymouth, Mass, which was
abandoned oct IL, states the crew Of the
schooner took TO the boats and were
drowned
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
Town CourciI Dcned.

PROVIDENCE, Nov. 1s-The Olneyville
town council has passed an ordinance pro-
hibiting private exhibitions of athletics" !"
'round fights" etc. This is directed
against the alleged prize fight between
Sullivan and Conley at the Olneyville
Athletic club rooms on Thursday. Tho
managers of the club say the exhibition"
will,take place on Thursday as announced
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
MINERS EXCHANGE DEDICATED,
After which the Big Mining Congress
Begins Deliberations at Denver.

DENVER, Nov. lS.-Delcgates have been
arriving from all parts of the country
singly and by the carload to attend the
mining congress which convened in the
Peoples theatre here today. There are
so delegates in attendance besides large
numbers Of visitors, who accompany the
delegations. There have been more dele
gates appointed outside the United States
than the mining congress anticipated
Delegates are here from France, Italy Rus
sia and Canada. At 10 o'clock this morn
ing an industrial parade took place,
after which the new mining exchange, ono
OF the most imposing and beautiful struc-
lures in the city, was dedicated. The
regular business session Of congress will
commence this afternoon.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
PAlO ALTO AT THE HEAD.
The Famous stallion Makes n Mile on
the stockton Track In z:Os 80.

STOCKTON, Cal, Nov. 1s.--Palto Alto,
the game son Of Electioneer trotted mile
without n skip here yesterday in 2'oS "a.
BY this remarkable performance the horse
not only breaks a stallion record but wins
all records OF the world for the famous
Palo Alto stable. Marvin had his charge
we'll in hand all the day and drove the full
mile without even a sign Of distress from
the horse. The quarters were made as
follows: 81 81, 1:03 l-2, :36 l-2, 2Os 80.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18

The old man l. happy; he cured his rhcu
matism with salvation oil. Price only .
cents.
We don't want 90 bc cxtravagont, nor to
"lay 10 on with a trowcl." but when clearing
triumphcd DER her harbarous foc-"-it was
for coughs and colds.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
Tho sntIcan's Revenge,

RoME, Nov. ls.-The Nenpolitan news
paper called Pungolo, or The Sting, asserts
that the Vatican instructed the archbishop
Of Palermo not 10 do homage 20 Italian
royalty on the occasion Of the opening Of
the Palermo exhibition by King Humbert
and Queen Marguerite.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18

The pretticst sight in the world l. n pretty
woman feet I'm Jersey Lily boots, and since
DIR. Bulls Cough syrup cures all sorts of
wear them.
The earth moves. Evidence, You can buy
IA first-cln-- lmimcut, salvation oil, for % cts
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
Four Crates.

The first ins'allmcnt OF Holiday Goods
have come To hand and are now being opened
up. Goods will be offered this week at spe.
cial prices 10 induce early buying. They con.
sist Of China ami Japanes -Brac.
DAVID HARLBr h Co.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
In Honor Of wiIfrcd Laurier.

Boston, Nov. 1s.-Hon. Wilfred Laurier,
leader OF the Canadian Liberal party, was
banqueted at Hotel Vendome by the So
ciety st. Jean Baptiste and Club Lafay-
ette last night. There were some COO at
dinner and many speeches were made.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
Big Haul by Revenue omcers.

QUEBEc, Nov 18-Revenue officers have
captured the large schooner Marie Rose
with a cargo of liquors and cigars valued
at $4,000. The cargo came from the island
of St Pierre Miauelon
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
Death of Rear Admiral Cooper.

New YORK, Nov lS.-Rear Admiral
George II. Cooper, United States Navy,
died after a brief illness Of heart failure
at his home in Brooklyn yesterday. De-
ceased was in his list year.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
Thirty Years for Murder.

LANCASTER, n. IT,, Nov. 1s.-John Don
nell was yesterday sentenced to thirty
years in state prison for the murder OF
William NJ. Wilson Mt Berlin Falls.
Advertise your wants in the TRIsuSE.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
This il the season For Bargains

But the Union Pacific Tea Company, 800 Man
street beats all. You can get 4 quart
enamel preserve kettle or dinner pail free,
with one pound tea or baking powder. They
gave some fine presents away last week but
those kettles take the cake. Don't miss to
call at the Red Front Tea store, opposite the
Benedict House. Hot coffee served free Ia
all
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
THEY'RE WIDE AWAKE.

Democratic city Committee IL Issuing
Thousands OF Circulars.
The Democratic City Committee is alive
to the situation and has printed 1900
sample ballots showing how the official
ballot should be marked by Democrats, as
follows:
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
Granh Ononlng.l

Tim Bo.;o. viii open lis cozy littls saloon
at oNorth Main strcet next saturday and he
cordially 'nvi.e- everyone to be present.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18

The finest line Of smokers Articles To be
'1nl ia The city can be seen at Lewis 4
,uItN's.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
BORDEN. Candy Kitchen.

Molassc- Candy Of all kinds the finest in
In the city.
MolasscS Wintersrecn.
Mulas-cs PEPPERMINT.
Molasscs Sassafras and all other favors
Also a fun line OF fine hand made Chnoo.
latc- ut ~ cents "a pound.
Main street Bridge.
Hyou want employment advertise 10 the
TRIBUNE.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18

Nerschaum and Briar Pipes.
'u'l line M the Capital
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
Knight. of Columns Inrn

In Infantry Hall, Thursday, friay and
Saturday evenings Of this week. Admission
10 cents. DaucinT '.." evening. The
combination tit,.t ~. ... ..lawn >atur>
day uight.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18

Il you have alyta,ut -. .siri si,sIt!.s in
the TRiBrNE
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18

Steamship Tickets
AM drafts 50 lowest rates rt NJ MOy a
Co's. Maiu .ircct.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18

spoegCr'S Hugh J. Perfccto. Purity am
Fragrance.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18

Tor Mayer, Vote for one.
Hugh J. Carroll Dem.
Albert Il. sherman, Citizens
NOmination
David J. White, Rep.
The above is the ballot to be voted for
today. II the working people and
bus'ne's men OF Pawtucket wish to elect
man for ilayor who has extended it's busi-
~. iE.erests, vote for Mr.. Carroll. The
Democratic party has again honored him
with their unanimous nomination and
every voter should come to the polls
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18

The Best
Place to huv Furniture, stoves and Carpets
IL at the rRwtuckct Furniture Co.,
a. North Main street.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
10 Cents.

Advertisc your wnnts in the TRInrNr.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
Sur. Cure For Malaria

Murrhy's Malaria Mixture, Sl Main street
Pawtueket.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18

KrydLimpor,
knaker Bread
Skorpor.
At the Benedict Grocery, Kinyon Bloct.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
uoker-' Articles

Advertise your want, in the TnrprNr.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18
All the IaIesI Drinka

At the Capitol.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1891-11-18

For good, wholesome reading the
SUNDAY TRIBUNE has no equal. Buy
II next Sunday
Telegram-herald., 1891-09-12

Both the method and results when
Syrup Of Figs is taken; it is pleasant
and refreshing TO the taste, and acts
gently yet promptly on the Kidneys,
Liver and Bowels. cleanses the sys-
tenn efiectually, dispels colds, head
aches and feyers aud cures habitual
constipation. Syrup Of Figs is the
only remedy Of is kind ever pro-
duced, pleasing to the taste and &C
ceptable to the stomach, prompt in
its action and truly beneficial in its
effects, prepared only from the most
healthy md agreeable substances, It's
many excellent qualities commend il
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 viii pro-
cure it promptly for any one who
wishes to tiy it. Do not accept any
substitute.
CALIFORNIA FJc SKRUP co.
SAN FRANCISCO. cat.
LOUISVILLE. xE sfg rosx. KE
Telegram-herald., 1891-09-12
sAnoN hIRscA's eto scHEMi

A Aseoexaston Utfh koesosus oopteaa -
. kssahaish Sswish CsAeniss-
Loxper. Sept 1.-The Jewish Colo
nixation association has been registered
in London under the companies act
with permission 70 dispense with the
usa OF the word s'limited." although
i,s liability Is limited The capital IL
81. 600. 600 in sioo shares There are
eight signssories. Baron Hirsch has
~. go shares and Baron Roths-
child. Julian Goldsmid. Ernest Cassel.
Z. d. Mecatta. 3. II. 0oidschmidt OF
Paris; Solomon Reinaeh, OF Paris. and
Ben1an Bohen. Of London. have one
share each. The objects Of the associ-
alton, which are set out at great
length. may be briefly stated ~ 70 pro-
mote . vast emigration OF jews from
Europe and Asia to any other parts OF
the world and 10 establish colonies In
North aud South America and
elsewhere for farming. commercial
and other purposes The mainte-
nance Of public works Of all kinds.
roads, railways. bridges. harbors.
watercourses, telegraphs, factories and
even forts Is provided for. - well as
synagoyues, clubs and everything con-
ucivo TO the religious and social vel.
fare of the colonists- The association
also reserves the right Of q great trad
ing corporation II may procure
mining concessions, loan colonists
money and equipment for industries,
act as bankers and carry on any lawful
commerce. trade or business.
The Times referring to the associa-
tion says: This colossal scheme is the
most remarkable one of tho kind ever
launched by practical men. 1t is i'm.
possible, however. not to entertain mis-
givings as to its future. The fitness Of
Jews for the proposed career may be
doubted, while II 1t Is worked on a
large scale the car might refuse to LET
his people go. Finally, the magnitude
of the scheme exposes it to innumer'
able risks"
Telegram-herald., 1891-09-12
JUDGE COOLEY's PLACE.

A Number OF well-Known Men Men.
toned for tho Interstate Commerce
Commission Vacancy.
WAsHISaToN, Sept lL-Many names
are being mentioned for the place
made vacant by Judge Cooley's resig-
nation from the interstate commerce
commission. Alfred Russell, of De-
troit, had the Endorsement OF. Chauncey
Depcw for the supreme bench at
the time when Judge Brown
was appointed. and this fact leads
to the mentioning of Mt. Russell
as Judge Cooley's successor. Mr.. Rus
sell is the legal advisor of the Wabash
railroad. Judge Croft, of Nebraska,
who was land commissioner until re-
Gently, is mentioned as one who would
come nearer to the presidents wishes.
Ex-Representative Gear, of Iowa, is
also among those mentioned. The
Georgia delegation to congress will
likely urge the name of Representative
Clements, of Georgia.
Telegram-herald., 1891-09-12

BEATRICE. Ncb.. Sept 11.-Through
m error of train dispatcher special
train bound for the state fair and tho
regular passenger traiS on the
onion Pacific collided near this
place. Both engines and the mail
car we're demolished. Two pas
senrers Victor Haines and Gcorgs
orton, were probably fatally in
jured, and Conductor Baird was seri-
ously hurt by jumping. Other psssen-
gers were more or less shaken up. but
none seriously hurt
Telegram-herald., 1891-09-12
ne Famine In Rst.la.

ST. PETERSBURG, Sept lin the
province Of Orel bands of peasants are
rowing over the highways attacking
conveys Of grain and food, even where
the conveys are escorted by soldiers.
Fights arc of frequenss occurrence and
many persons have been killed. Crime
is rampant. owing to a'eesirc to escape
St srvation by imprisonment. The jails
are crowded with prisoncrsa
Telegram-herald., 1891-09-12
Two Accidents at Springfield.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill, Sept 1.-Two
serious accidents occurred here Thurs
day. Miss Fannie Mitchell, while re-
turning from the exposition grounds
on . heavily-ladcn electric car. was
thrown to the ground and her left leg
was cut and mangled, rendering ampu-
tation necessary. A buggy containing
family party was later in the evening
run down by the same car, the vehicle
reduced ito fragments and all the occu-
pants moro or less hurt.
Telegram-herald., 1891-09-12

Mslhossns Il Ford. eonsresaoan-siest
from that districl The district Is com
posed Of Ksak OTTAWA. Allegsn and
Ioniz counties and IS doubtful politl-
eslIy. Ford wss . democrat and
served one term Two years ago Bel
knAp. . republican. succeeded him A
strong Aght viii be made because the
politicisns Of Michigan consider the
eisctisn In way - an indication OF
how the state viii 60 In lssa The dis
trict fight viii begin ~ once.
Telegram-herald., 1891-09-12
No Toll for . Ch,ia Undsr u.

NEWCASTLE, Sept 1l.-Among the
subjects brought before the trades
union congress Thursday morning was
that of the age ut which children should
Be allowed to work in factories. The
subject was an interesting one TO all
present The great majority OF the
delegates were in favor Of raising the
limit of age; . minority were opposed
to IT, Finally a motion to raise the
age limit to Is years was passed by q
vote of 265 10 1c3
Telegram-herald., 1891-09-12
Americans sussr in China.

wAsHrNeToS, Sept 1.-THE depart
ment Of state has received q telegram
from the minister 1t Pekin reporting
that . riot has occurred at Ichang. on
the Yang Tsc Kiang river, in the prov
ince of Hoo Pc, and that an establish
ment Of American missionaries there
had been destroyed. No further par
ticulars are given The gravity
of the situation in China In
creases daily, and she navy depart
ment Is lending its aid to protect Amer
ican interests In answer to the repre-
sentations of the department of state.
The Charleston is now on Its way TO
China from San Francisco. and the
Petrol, in the neighborhood of New
York, is under orders to proceed to the
same destination to strengthen Ad-
miral Belknap's heet; but they can
hardly reach their destinations inside
of two months.
Telegram-herald., 1891-09-12
Al AERONAUT'S LAST TRIP.
An Amateur Parachute-Jumper DROP
Into River aud Is Drowned.

An Amateur Parachute-Jumper Drops
Into a River aud Is Drowned.
New YORK. Sept 11.-At 4:so p m.
Wednesday George White. of Chicago.
wade an ascension from the Ell
dorado gardens The balloon bounded
a thousand feet into the sir. II
gradually settled over the river and
started downward at o terrific pace.
When opposite the Erie freight docks
the balloon dropped into the water
and collapsed with tho man under
meath. Several boats put out from
shore and three tugboats also went to
the rescue. When they got to the col
lapsed balloon there was no sign Of
White
Telegram-herald., 1891-09-12

SoUTH BETnLEHKM, Pa, Sept IT.
The hiccoughs have claimed Cornelius
Reagan. He succumbcd to the annoy
ing ailment at noon Thursday after
suffering for week. lie became un-
conscious Wednesday night and did not
recover. Owing 10 the advanced age of
the sufferer heroic remedies could not
be resorted to by the physician.
Telegram-herald., 1891-09-12
JeRkED UP eY 4 BALLOON.


Ex0tk0R Exp0fiooco 09 8o9W10o (SA1cosD j
MANA Marrow Escape.
JACKSON, Mich. sept 1.-THE first
night balloon ascension ever heard Of
was made here Thursday night and
came near costing the life of Thomss
n. Phillips Az s:ss the balloon, which
had been inflated with hos air. shst up
with Prof G. Waite On the trapeze
bar. Hanging TO . rope under Pyra-
mid of 6fty japanese Lanterns which
hal been attached 70 the balloon was
phillipa fle had become sntsnsled Ia .
halfinch rope which had caught the
belt he Was wearing The balloon shot
up soe feet bat Phillips msintsined his
hold on The rope until the balloon de-
scended with the double weight and he
landed uader the wheels Of = buggy.
The buggy passed over his thigh. In fur
ing him somewhat. The balloon again
rose after Phillips had landed, and
Prot Waite gained IN elsvstioa of 80
feet He landed safely and says he
was pleased with the trip
Telegram-herald., 1891-09-12
rhs Election IN HsrAuras.

TEeuc1oALPA, via Galveston, Sept.
ii.-Ponciano Leiba will be the next
president Of Honduras The vote has
been counted and Senior Leiba has q
majority Of over 1900. The election
was held In most orderly manner. no
disturbance having been reported from
any section OF tAe country. The result
has given general satisfaction and the
Official announcement Of Senior Leibd>s
election was greeted with great enthu-
siasm