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Evening journal., 1891-02-11
pRocToR ANS YouNa.

Governor Reynolds Considering Yonnc,s
Gase-Preparations for the Execution.
Governor Reynolds was in town to day
and heard the plea for the pardon Of
Fred Young, one Of the mnrderers Of
Stephen Lindsey. Young is an idiot aud
was used by Proctor as mere tool. The
governor reserved his decision until
Thursday. He says he finds that public
sentiment is against a pardon aud he
will go to Wilmington to morrow to con-
fer with the judges on the matter
There will be one Of the largest crowds
in Dover Friday ever known. People will
be here from Maryland aud all points In
this state. It is stated upon good author
ity that Company ID, n. g ID :, OF this
town will be ordered out and surround
the gallows to keep back the crowd.
The hanging will be public. The
chief justice TO day sent an order TO the
Levy Court that 1t should be private but
the order was ignored entirely
Sheriff Cole will act as lord high exc
cutioner. and those who are intimate
with him say he is decidedly nervous
over the prospect.
Work upon the gallows will begin to-
morrow or next day, ana in the mean
time the two condemned men are shout
ing and praying almost incessantIy.
Every possible precaution will be
taken to make the hanging a successful
one, and free from any of the revolving
features so common at hangings at the
present time.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
Talk About the Indian,

Miss Grace Howard of New York. who
has for years devoted her life to mission
work in New York, among the Indians
at Hampton, and among the Sioux
Indians at Grow Creek Agency South
Dakota. talked before the women Of the
Wilmington Indian Association, at a
parlor meeting yersterday afternoon
Her school, under the jurisdiction OF
Bishop Hare. was built through the
liberRlity of her father, who furnished
81 900 The building cost $2.7OO She
has fifteen scholars and Eve Indian
helpers. Up TO the age Of 13 or "A.
Indian children are brighter than white
children, she thinks, but later they lose
the energy for want Of an incentive. Il
is here that the Eastern schools
at Hampton and Carlisle are of
the most use. She thinks that
Indian children are more affection
ate and happy than white children. See.
rotary Noble had said that S44. 000. 900
had been given the Indians; but they did
not get it and they are beggsrs. con-
stsntly prosecuted. Yet the Indians
have, out Of their mesgre savings. aided
the poor whites Of South Dakota in their
time of trouble.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
40 BaIId De Doahle aallow..

Special Correspondence EVENING JOURNAL.
NEW CASTLE, Feb 11.-Captain Israel
Riding will leave for Dover this after.
noon to superini end the erection of a
double scaffold on which to hang the
colored murders, Proctor and Young, on
Friday. Sheriff Cole of Kent county.
was in this city yesterday for the second
time, trying TO secure Captain Riding
services 10 assist him with the execution
Mr. Ridings at first declined, saying that
the work was too disagreeable to him,
and that he did not care to be looked
upon as a public hangman. He finally
consented, however, and has prepared all
his plans for the fatal structure He has
built the scsffcld for every condemn d
man in this county for the past twenty
years, and will build the one on which
Jacob Starkey must die.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
CRY LOAN ASSOCIATION.
Its Annual Meeting -Pierce's shortag,
Must be a Great Deal More Thai
$4,000

It's Annual Meeting g-Pieroe's Shortage
Must be Great Deal More Than
&4s.OOO.
The directors Of the City Building and
Loan Association held their regular
monthly Meeting last evening in the
Maris Building, Sixth and Shipley
streets to receive further reports con
cerning the amount and result Of the
peeulations of J. Eldridge Pierce. the
absconding secretary of the association,
and to elect officers for tho ensuing
year.
The election resulted as follows Presi-
dent, Nathan Libermsn: vice president.
J. n. kates; secretary. Harvey J. Wiley
treasurer. John R Mari; directors for
three years, George Rommel Lindlsy G.
Kent, E.K Crawford
The attorney of the association, Francis
d. HOffecker, reported the actual condi.
tion of the assets of the association was
as yet Understandable, as he had had such
. short time since the last meeting to
make thorough investigation He had
ascertained, however, that instead of
Sl4O, 900 assets the association had about
S5O, 600 with whish to begin its work
again.
J. a, Hoffecker, Jr., one of the investi-
gazing committee said that the committee
had examined nearly 150 properties and
was. making its estimates on the value of
such properties without knowing how
great an interest the association had in
them, thus make perfectly reliable re-
port.
Frarcis q. Hoffecker gave notice Of an
amendment to the by laws which will
require the secretary and treasurer to
receive the monthly dues jointly, on a
certain day of the month, and making it
unlawful to receive dues on any other
day.
Il is understood hereafter that an ex-
pert will audit the accounts of the asso-
citation at the end Of each month and re-
port to the directors, thus taking away
every possible chance TO peculate even
the smallest amounts
President Lieberman stated that the
additional report of the committee will
not make any very startling developments
or show any increase in Pierce's steal
ings. The meeting last evening was very
quietly conducted and all the members
seemed interested in endeavoring to do
as much as possible with the money which
Pierce left.
It is evident that Pierce's shortage
must be more than $4S 900 if the present
assets are only $50 600, while the former
assets were $40, 000
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
PERSONAL PARAGRAPHS.

Harry Pyle is visiting W. N. Ransom,
at Smyrna
Governor Robert J. Reynolds was in
the city to day.
Clarence Frazer, Of the Newark Ledger,
was in this city to-day.
c. M. Wharton and George B. Moore
were at Clayton yesterday.
Joseph Cook, son of John Cook, re-
turned from California last evening.
Miss Lizzie Norris has returned to her
home in Smyrna after visiting friends in
this city.
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Brinton have re-.
turned home after visiting Miss Annie
May at Vest Chester.
Senator Anthony Higgins ana Miss
Higgins, his niece, attended the wedding
reception TO Mr.. and Mrs. William r.
Wharton in Washington yesterday after
noon.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
LAST EDITION
FORTUNATE FATHER FLYNN.

81. Mary's Pastor WIN Go 10 Europe.
He Led Father Birmingham by $50, 600.
The Board of Canvass on the Ber.
mingham Flynn contest INST at the resi-
dence of Bishop Curtis at ? o'clock this
afternoon TO canvass the returns.
At 2.35 it was reported that Rev. d. j.
Flynn of st. Mary's Church had won the
contest. ais supporters had raised
$1S, 2ss.4s. while the supporters Of Rev
w. J. Birmingham of st. Paul's Church
had raised $40, OSO25.
Hundreds of persons awaited the an
nouneing Of the victor, and when they
heard that Father Flynn had won they
rent the air with their shouts:
Father Flynn will spend three months
in travel in Europe, and his tickot win
paid for out of the large fund raised
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
Ne collentnra rhIa w.an

The Levy Court will probably not ap.
point the tax collectors this week. al
though that action has been ex-
pected for several days. The Re-
publicana are still at sen AS
TO whom shall be chosen for the Northern
district, Wilmington, and they are also
locked on the men from several of the
hundreds. The last caucus was held
on Monday, when Bradley and Stidham
were tie for the northern district. The
Republicans say that while they
are allowed all the month Of
February in making the appointments
they will look well before they lean.
Meanwhile Secretary Bach and Marshal
Mahaffy are busying themselves in the
room adjoining the court room, and the
prospects are that, ON the next caucus,
the work will 70 on seYenelv.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11

Mr Ehason offered the following resolu-
ton
Resolved. That John N. Csrswell,
county treasurer. be directed to furnish
to the Levy Court a statement Of the
amount Of taxes in arrears and owing
the county; giving the names and
amount Of the collectors for years 1889
and 1890.
The resolution was concurred Ia and
the court then adjourned.
The court met ut 10 o'clock this morn.
ing The report of taxes due the county
for 1883 and $780, was presented by
Treasurer Csrswell and read by Clerk
Nicholson. IL was the same report that
was presented at the last meeting Of the
old Levy Court, and printed in the
EVENING JOURNAL then 1t showed the
full amount of outstanding taxes for
1889 and 800 to be $1G7, 44s.S6 Beside
this amount "a $50 "a is due from 1888
The report was accepted and ordered
Sled
Mr.. Eliason made a few remarks in
relation to the countys financial cond.-
tion. He said that the tax rate had been
reduced to 40 per cent. last year. in
order to insure a complete collection
which would have reduced the couuty's
floating debt to $40 600 Unfortunately
bad year followed and particularly farm
ing interests all over the county became
depressed. The collectors had hard
time of it to gather in the taxes and
reported large lists Of delinquents. This
condition of affairs had telling effect on
the countys income and prevented the
Levy Court from making any progress
President Buckingham stated that the
reports showed that the finances were in
much better shape than has been repre-
sented. he also said that be would look
into the matter in relation to large
amount of taxes due from his hundred
Mill Creek) for 1888. The examination
Of the assessment lists was then con
tinued.
The court then took recess until this
afternoon.
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adopted and Ordersd to the Senate for

adopted ano oruered 10 the Senate for
concurrence.
junction and BreaISwater Mortgage.
Mr.. Hutson offered a joint resolution.
which was adopted, appointing a joint
committee of FIVE on that part of the
governors message relating TO the juno
tion and Breakwater Railroad mortgage.
The mortgage for 100000 held by
the state against the junction aud
Breskwater Railroad Company ma
tured on the FIRST day OF January, 1890
The principal thereof remains
unpaid, but the company has regularly
and promptly paid the interest thereon
since that date The committee will take
such action as In it, Judgment will best
secure the finascial interests In the state
and make it's report to the Legislature in
a week or two.
Extend Clayton and Cedar Streets
Mr.. Cranston gave notice of an act to
appoint freeholders to extend CLAYTON
and Cedar streets. Wilmington. The
commissioners named are Joseph w.
Watson, Charles NJ Newlin, Charles NJ.
Groome, John Pyle and Alvsn Allen.
The Peach yeIlows
Mr. Chipman gave notice of an act
concerning peach yelows It follows out
the line discussed by the farmers before
the House last Friday, viz: 70 extend
the operation Of the existing peach yell
lows law over the entire state
Mr.. Smith gave notice Of an act to re-
new, amend and supplement the charter
Of the Farmers Mutual Insurance Con
panY.
The House adjourned to 10 N. to-
morrow
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
Kserlnr pIsordsrlx uon.n.

At Municipal Court this morning.
Thomas DeWire was charged with keep
ing sdisorderlY house. No 309 King street,
Sergeant Stewart testified that one
morning, February 5. the place was
very disorderlY about ]. 80 o'clock. Afrs
August for the defense testified
that she cleans up Mr.. DeWire s
barroom and was engaged in that duty at
the time when the alleged dis :
order occurred. Charles August
gave similar testimony The case
was continued until this evening. In the
case of Thomas Ryan aud Levi Ruth,
charged with Rssaulting with attempting
TO murder Ollie Francis, oolored, City
Solicitor Lyman asked for continuance,
which was granted until o'clock this
evening
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
ARGUING oveR rnE Minutes.
Secretary Lee Objects TO the Accusations
Made During His Absenoa

N@uO Doftnk htn ADsenoes
The Board of Health held It's regular
nesting last evening When Il came to
the reading TO that portion Of the
minutes which said that Thomas Pagan
told the board at last meeting that he
had paid William ii Lee $50 to secure
his Influence in getting garbage con
tract. Mr. Lee objected to them ano ex-
claimed II am ready to meet my sc
cusers at any time or place He had sold
$50 worth OF garbage carts 70 Pagan as
executor Of an estate This he could
prove. The board had attacked him be-
hind his back. aud all he wanted was that
they make the accusation ia his pres
enee
DR. Wales replied that Mr. Lee knew
the investigation would be held. and he
should have been present. Mr. Lee
denied that be knew the charges would
come up. II he had he would have been
present.
DR.. Springer was averse to the opening
Of the subject.
DR.. shortlidgs said that Mr. Lee had
no reason to complain, as the articles
attacking the board had first come from
him.
hr. Van Trump complained that the
secretary would not work In conjunction
with the board
Mr.. Lee said the majority WAS opposed
to MIN politically. Hence the trouble.
Dir, Shortlidge said that Mr.. Lea did
not attend to his duty, and Dr.. Springer
had said so about him at the previous
meeting Detectives had been employ ed
TO ferret out the negligence Of contrac
tors.
DR. Springer denied that be had said
Mr.. Lee had anything to do with the
hiring Of detectives
Mr.. Coyle questioned the veracity OF
DIR. Springer, whereupon some sharp
words passed between them.
At length the minutes which had been
written by Solomon Hersey at the last
meeting, were adopted Some routing
business was transacted
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
Burial ofJoshuaL. pusey.

The funeral Of Joshua L. Pusey. late
president Of the Pusey and Jones Com
pany, was held at o'clock this
afternoon from hia late home.
No. 1908 Delaware avenue. The en-
pleyes Of the works. 800 in number. at
tended ia body with JoshuaE Litchner
as marshal. They walked past
the corpse in single file. The pail
bearers were David Matchett. John Gala
han. Charles Heal. James Strickner,
James Strickner, Jr. and g. Houston, all
workmcn. The honary pail bearers were
Frederick Darlington, George Riley,
Thomas Gallaghe j. Croker, John Neave,
and William Walker The corpse was
in plain black csskst The interment
which was in the Wilmington and Bran
dywine Cemetery was private.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
state Ffronan nfaet.

The Delaware State Firemen's Asso
citation held it's stated meeting
last evening in the engine
house of the Weccacoe Company.
Second and jackson streets. Robert Pal.
frey acted as chairman. Delegates were
present from all the companies Of this
city and from the Newark and Middle
town companies.
The following permanent officers were
elected: President. William TAYLOR.
Middlstown; Robert Palfrey Of the
Ph9lix vice. president; H. B.
Wright, debna Fire Company.
Newark. second vice. president, George
w Sasse, Washington Fire Company,
recording secretary; John J. Mealey,
Weccaeoe, corresponding secretary JOS
eph Hanna, Delaware Fire Company,
treasurer. The president ap
pointed the following exeou
tive committee George H. Simmons.
William T. Green, M J. German. John
W. Jolls, Middletown; Theodore H.
Pratt, John A. Mullin, Jacob Kopf. This
committee was appointed on f.
nance and transportation: Theodore
Il. Pratt, Thomas Bailey,
Joseph G. Jolls. Middletown.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
CITY NEWS IN BRIEF.

The meetings at the Second Baptist
Church will be continued for the re-
mainder of the week.
Local Branch, No. z. Order of the Iron
Hall. gave successful public entertain
ment in the Builders Exchange last
evening.
A very enjoyable evening sociable was
given last evening in Weccacoe Hall for
the benefit Of Father Birmingham. The
hall was crowded.
The Ladies Aid Society Of the English
Lutheran Church held an entertainment
In the church last evening before a large
and eppreeiAtive audience.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
DE AZ NJ Z 6 s.
Irs CAUSES AND CURE.

Scientifically treated by an aurist OF world
wide reputation. Deafness er8d.cated and en-
tirely cured, of from 20 to 30 years stan6i ing.
after all other treatments have failed. How
the difficulty Is reached and the cause re-
moved. fully expln ned ia circulqrs, with
nfA avits aud testimon i0ls Of cures from
prominent people, mailed free
Dli. a. EoNEAlH - "a " est 14th ST. n 4,
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
Incendiary Fire.

An alarm of fire was sounded this
morning at 12 30 o'clock from box No. s.
at Fifth and Adams streets, caused
by a Ere in. the stable of James
Nj. Dillon on Fifth street. above Frank
lin. the rear OF his sash factory
on West Fourth street The stable, with
its contents, was destroyed The Ere
was of incendiary origin. The loss will
be $1,000, which is nearly covered by
insurance
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
Country Produce.

Allen, the well known huckster, has
opened a store known as the working peo.
pies market st No 2924 King street, where
will be a full line OF live and dressed
poultry. fish, oysters, sweet and white
potatoes, butter, eggs, marsh rabbits and
a full line of foreign fruits st lowest
market prices. Give him call.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
ADJUSTMENTS
Grand Opera House .

H. Grattan Dounelly's creation, "a
Pair of Jacks. will be presented at the
Grand Opera House this evening BY a
strongly balanced company. Its object is
to amuse with ahumor that is unsoiled
by horse play ana nuharnessed by pre-
cedent. Miss Annie Pixley will produce
her favorite plays on Friday ana Satur-
day evenings
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
rhe EauItable T.lfe Assuranca a.

of the United States is the strongest life
company in the world, having a surplus
Of $25, 600, 900 over all liabilities. il is
the largest company in the world, as it
has over 500, 900, 600 outstanding assur-
ance. It.is the.most liberal company in the
world. as it is free from restrictions after
one year It's actual results on endow-
ment policies show q profit Of Z per
cent on investment besides the protec.
tion afforded during the Tontine period.
Agents wanted. (0nly those having ex-
perience need apply ANsoN A. MAHER,
Manager, S02 Market street.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
eraee Orchestra nIusioale.

Grace orchestra will give musicale in
the Sunday school hall this evening.
Miss Lizzie A. Taggart, soprano and A.
Saulino. clarionetist will be the soloists.
The proceeds will be for the benefit of
the school
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
Aradenlr nf nInaIr

"Shamus O'Brien. stirring histori
cal drama of Irish type will begin a
three nights engagement at the Acad-
envy Of Music 70 morrow night Charles
Erin Werner, a strong actor ia Irish
drama and especially effective ia this
play, will take the leading character.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
nuIe1 nnv ror thn Clnrrr-

Rev. o s. Prescott OF the Church Of
TRANSPORTATION, New York, conducted
quiet day services for the clergy Of this
diocese in the Chapel Of thu Good Shep-
herd. Bishopstesd Monday evening and
throughout yesterday.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
ID Keepa Folks Awake.

Persons troubled with a chronic cough
at night, that causes others TO lose sleep,
should always have Bronchial Balm
handy and take it just before lying down.
Get it at Fell's drug store, Fifth and
Poplar streets. % cents bottle
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
Anh wednasdav.

To-day is Ash Wednesday and the first
day Of Lent. a. as such will he Iigidly
observed by all good Catholics and Epis-
clpslians. spscial serv ces were held in
all churches Of these denominations.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
Candidate Tor ordInntIou

The Standing Committee of the Do
cese of Delaware has recommended 10
the bishop William Morrison for ordlna-
tion to the diaconate IL Is understood
that the ordination will take place early
next month.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
TEMa u rs,antsT

MISS FITHAvE-"Don't you ever have
chaperons in Chicago2n Miss Number
nine-"Yes, had one for little while
once, but mamma never'd let me have
another Miss Fithave- why. what
did your chaperon DOR Miss Number
niae-"She eloped with papa New
York Sun,
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
United Lentan sarxines.

The united services Of the congrega-
tion Of the Episcopal Churches will be
begun tonight. This evenings service
will be held in Trinity Church at 2. As
o'clock and Rev Charles (. Murray of
st. And rew's will preach the sermon.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
PhIladeIphia nIoeullions visit Hore.

About score of members of the Order
OF Mogullions from Philadelphia paid q
visit to this city last evening and con-
ferred the degree upon the Wilmington
Oonclave, No. q The Philadelphians
were well treated and returned home on
the 10 30 o'clock train. The kazoo baud
OF the Wilmington Mogullions rendered
the music. The brilliant costumes of
those present added to the beauty of the
occasion All the members of the order
OF Mogullions in this city were present
IN the A. 0. o w. rooms, where the
exercises took place. All the MogullIons
are members of the A. o. U. w.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
Pnarmaoeutloal societY pFeets.

The Pharmaceutical Society Of Della
ware held a special meeting at No 10i
East Ninth street. yesterday afternoon.
President Il. R. Bringburst in the chair
The consideration Of an amendment to
the laws in relation to the qualification
of assistants in drug stores was the
object Of the meeting. They intend to
present bill to the Legislature request
ing these laws. Several proposals were
made and rejected, aud at length a com
mittee, consisting Of Frank e. Smith +.
3. Fell aud E. L. Clark Of Dover was ap-
pointed to consider the matter during
the coming week, in order that bill
might be prepared and presented at the
present session of the Legislature.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
LOST AID FnuNn-

/ OSr.-A POCKET BOOK CONTAINING
II about So also ticket and check on the r..
W. a b. road. Name OF owner on inside of
picket book. Reward Will be given on re-
turning to 209 French sire T.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
ASSETS AND LIABILITIES.
Tho County Treasurer's Report to the
Levy Courf.

At the session Of Levy Court yesterday
afternoon, County Treasurer Carswell
submitted his report, which contained the
following statement Of the county's
Aoating indebtedness:
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
Regardless of what they bring.

We will sell the fresh, clean
shoes at cost. Some a little
shop worn will be sold little
under cost, and about Nine
Hundred Pairs of Odds and
Ends, including geutlemen's,
ladies', misses and children's
Shoes will be sold for half
price for cash only.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11

A vIoLINIsT Of the Bohemian order is
performing at Fashionable soiree
Mamma, asks tho child Of the house.
hold, why does he put his handkerchief
under his chin when he playsG Is he
afraid of soillng his collsrY" The mother,
surveying the artist mo. my darling
he Is afraid Of soiliug his violin. Paris
Figaro.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
PHILLIPS & KANE'S
Roof Paint,
IS BEST because it
Turns WATER,
RssiStS EXPOSURE,
Will Not Crack.
Easier Applied,
Costs Less
Than ANY Other ROOF PAINT
Known.
SOLE MANUFACTURERS,

Harrison's Ready-Mixed Valnish
Carriage Paints for Coach and Car
riage Painting Dry readily, with
brilliant gloss, and in this respect as
well as durability, superior to all
Others. Mixed Ready for use in
quarts, pints and half PintH.
Evening journal., 1891-02-11
hTerehants, Retan ConlInerclal Agenoy

VIII hold their regular monthly meeting
in the Board Of Trade rooms this We'd
nesdsy) evening, February II. Mr.
Dodge The general superintendent Of
the agency will be present and explain
thoroughly the system. All the members
are urged to attend, and the business
men OF all trades ara invited to come and
hear him. lie is an effective talker.
NM LAwTON, President.
r. d. MORRow, Secretary.