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Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
The Latest Sensation in Ball
Circles.
War Between the Two Local
Athletic Parks.
The Apollos to Play at the Athletic
Club Grounds.
Crack Running Horses at tho Park-The
Los Angeles Football Team-Mor-
ley Beats the Northerner
at Pool.

There are more good race horses at
the Agricultural par9 than have been
domiciled there for many long day.
In fact, tnere never were in this city so
many good sprinters as will run at the
holiday race meeting which begins
Christmas day. How about four and
a half furlong dash between Oregon
Eclipse, Fox, Jim Duffy, Hercules, Ac-
claim and Motto? These flyers should
make horse race, and if the day is
fine the run will be made close up to
record time. On the opening day
Joh n Treat and Acclaim are to meet.
The mare is considered invincible
just now, but old John Treat is
in a, great fix at present, and if the
conditions are favorable it is three to
one betting that the Los Angeles record
for mile will be smashed into smith
Greens and many are of the opinion that
the race will be run faster than :40h.
Idaho Chief, Oregon Eclipse and Ne
vada come together in the owners
handicap. These are three cracker
Jacks, and the Pacific coast record will be
in danger when these flyers are cut loose.
The track now. presents busy scene
every morning. Ed Ryan. the lessee of
the track, says that he never saw so
many good horses together for years.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
sHIPwRECKED sEAMEN.
Survivors of the Bark General Butler
Reach San francisco.

Reach san francisco.
SAN Francisco, Dec. 16.-The steamer
Del Norte arrived from Coos Bay this
morning with Captain Parker and five
of the crew of the bark General Butler,
which was abandoned in sinking con-
dition off Cape Blanco. Mate Willough-
by and five Of the crew are reported
lost.
The survivors say that the General
Butler left Port Gamble November 2Sth,
with nearly million feet of lumber,
consigned to this city. The bark
sprang leak during gale, December
Sd, and the men were obliged to
take to the boats on the 9th
inst. Their haste was 30 great that
they were unable to provision the
boats, except with few biscuits and
some water. The bark was then only
100 miles off shore, but the force OF the
gale was such, that 1T was three days be-
fore those in Captain Parker's boat
could land, and the sufferings from
hunger and exposure were great.
Mr.. Greenwad, owner OF the wrecked
steamer Maggie Rose, said today he was
satisfied that Captain Marshall did all
he could to save the steamer. He did
not know the exact condition OF the ves-
eel, but was rejoiced to learn that the
captain and number of the crew had
been saved. They are expected to reach
here today or tomorrow.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
FEDERATION OF LABOR.
The Pennsylvania Conspiracy Law Sc
vereiy Condemned.

Inc PenDsylVan1a conspiracy LaW Sc
vereiy Condemned.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. Dec. 16.-At to-
days session OF the Federation of Labor,
majority and minority reports were sub
mitted on the motion to appropriate
$4,000 to help the Pittsburg Typograph-
ical union fight the injunction or con-
spiracy cases in the courts. The
majority report, which was adopted
after long debate, sets forth
the belief OF the convention, that the
Pennsylvania court exceeded its
authority, violated the principles of
Justice and illegally interfered with
the liberties guaranteed in the
bill of rights, in enjoin-
ing union printers engaged in
a contest to maintain and defend their
interests, who had committed no act
involving a breach of the peace or vio-
lation OF the law. The resolutions direct
the executive council of American fed
Grafton of labor to challenge the order of
the court by carrying the case to the
highest tribunal in the land and appro-
priating $4,000 for the prosecution there
of, or in event this case is
not carried up, the executive
council may use any part of
the sum named to test the constitution
ality of the conspiracy laws, or any pro-
ceedings in equity against affiliated
unions or union men in any state of the
union. The resolutions also call upon
the affiliated unions to cooperate in the
work.
The Pacific coast contested delegate
case was disposed of amid great en-
thusiasm by the adoption of the agree
ment summarized in yesterdays dis
patches.
Resolutions were adopted as follows:
Urging the passage of laws prohibit
ing barber shops opening on Sundays,
and asking the friends of labor not to
patronize shops that open on Sunday or
keep open later than 8 p. m.
Authorizing the National Harness
Makers union to use label, especially
in Tennessee, Missouri and Illinois,
where harness is being made by convict
labor.
Condemning the sweating system of
making clothing, and providing union
label for union made clothing.
Ordering a boycott against Ehret's
New York beer.
The local boycott against the Illinois
Zeitung was made general.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
A TRICK BICYCLIST.
How He Proposes to Go Around the
World

11OW I1C ElOPOSCS " w x1lOAhd thS
World
Professor Black, fancy and trick
bicyclist, gave an exhibition last even
ing at the rink. He performed num-
ber OF difficult feats. His work on the
wagon wheel was first class. Black is
quite youngster and halls from Cleve-
land. An exchange publishes the fol-
lowing about this enterprising youth
who is on his way around the world
The trial originated in the Office of
the New York Clipper, where the sum
of $4,000 was wagered that Prof. Black
would make a tour around the world
upon his bicycle within two years, the
entire trip to be made without any
money except what he himself makes
in giving exhibitions of his marvellous
skill. Mr.. Black left his home in
Cleveland, Ohio, June End. He fol-
lowed the overland railroads all the way
from Omaha, and after spend ing two
woeks in lOgden and Salt Lake City,
arrived in San Francisco September
End, so that his working time across the
continent was about two months and
one-half.
He left San Francisco October 22d,
and is bound for San Diego.
OF course he must cross the water in
a vessel OF some sort or other, for al
though cyclists can do marvellous
things they have not yet been enabled
to do any live wheeling on the bottom
of the ocean. He has not yet collected
enough to buy ticket to Honolulu and
part OF the object of the present trip is
10 get sufficient means for that purpose.
Upon reaching Japan he will wheel
622 miles across that island and then
sail to Shanghai. From thence he will
cycle to Hong Kong, again setting sail
until Calcutta is reached. Then he
wheels overland to the English channel
and after crossing that, through Eng
land to Liverpool, whence he will en-
bark for New York. He is several weeks
behind schedule time but expects to
make that up and good deal more,
over the splendid roads of India.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
DEMOCRATS DIVIDED.
"A Party Split in Louisiana on the Lot
terry Question,

terry Question,
BATON ROUGE, La, Dec. 16.-The
Democratic convention was announced
to meet here today, but when the time
came two distinct bodies assembled,
this being the result of the
fight over the lottery question. Last
night the McEnery men held
caucus, as did also the Adams people,
and appointed a conference committee.
On behalf of the Adams men, the COM
mittee demanded that all frivolous con-
tests be dismissed, that all discussions
as to the submission of the lottery
amendment to white primaries be aban-
doned; that the convention place in the
platform an anti-lottery plank, and
that proper assurances be given for
the faithful carrying out of its pro-
visions. The McEnery committee re-
piled that its caucus was composed
of both pro and anti-lottery
men, who had come alike instructed to
submit the question to white primaries.
They would not abandon their position |;
if they did it would mean to the world
that they were simply ofiice-seekers.
Today when the state committee met
Chairman Lanier was not present, and
the committee deposed him, electing
Ex-Governor Wickcliffe as chair
man. The committee then pro-
ceeded to perfect an arrangement for
combination convention, and the anti
lottery men, with Lanier at their head,
held a similar meeting. Efforts to
heal the breach failed, and
at noon two conventions, each
claiming to represent the Democracy
of the state assembled. Nothing be-
yond routine organization was accom-
plished by either body, except the ap-
pointment of committee by the Nc
Emery people to confer with the oppo-
sitlon.
The anti-McEneries had an internal
trouble of their own, a number of the
members desiring to abrogate the
Lafayette agreement, and bring
about the nomination OF new ticket,
in which the farmers were to
have part, but no leadership.
The farmers refused to bulge an inch,
insisting upon the terms of the agree
ment and T. S. Adams for governor. 1t
is thought the convention will carry out
the agreement, as refusal would result
in another division and straight-out
farmers ticket.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
garty r. f., O'Neill p. Manager Edwards
has been worrying himself about
strengthening his infield.
THE FOOTBALLERs.

The Los Angeles Team That Will Play
San Francisco.
The Los Angeles Athletic club football
team leave for the north on Tuesday,
December 20. They are to play the Cali
fornia football club of San Francisco at
Monterey on New Years day. On Sat-
urday the same clubs play a second
match at the Haight street grounds, San
Francisco. The Los Angeles team has
concluded to practice in earnest as they
realize that they have two hard matches
in front of them.
The team to represent this city will
be as follows:
w. II. Keller, full back; Ernest Chap
man, right half back w. B. Gard, left
half back; Stinson, quarter back; w.
Bethune, center rush; Bullpin, left
guard; III. III. Mayberry, right guard p.
Flammer, right tackle; McAleer, left
tackle; G. E. Paluck, right end Alcoin,
left end substitutes; III. Heffner, r. S.
Dole, W. Tufts and G. Howard.
On Saturday this team will play a
practice match with the tennis team.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
A Neat Electrocution.

New YORK, Dec. 16.-Warden Brown
of Sing Sing, sent the county clerk,
today, a certificate of the death and
autopsy on the body of Martin D..
Loppy, executed December 7th. Drs.
Macdonald & Ward report that there
was series of four brief contacts, occu-
pying in all 81 seconds. The first lasted
15, the second II, the third 151a, and
the last 101s seconds. The volto meter
indicated pressure of 1716 volts, with
nearly seven amperes. The autopsy
says there were no discolorations, ex-
cept at the knee where the electrode
was applied, and that was superficial.
No indications of violence to the muscles
was seen.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
Free Coinage Advocates.

ASPEN, Colo, Dec. 16.-The Western
Commercial congress today adopted res
olutions demanding that the senators
and representatives in congress use their
utmost endeavors to procure the passage
of the free coinage bill introduced by
Senator Stewart of Nevada.
Ell PAso, Dec. 16.-The southwest
silver convention today elected w. T..
Thornton of New Mexico, president Mr..
Shannon OF Arizona, secretary. Judge
Trimble of Albuquerque made and able
address in favor of free coinage. He de-
clared that he was lifelong Democrat,
but if his party failed to declare for free
coinage, he would no longer support
the party. A magnificent trades dis
play paraded the streets this evening.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
Morley Victorious.

Morley, the local pool champion,
gathered in the scalp of Hayes, the
northern wonder, last night in hum
dred-point continuous pool match at the
Royal billiard hall. The northerner was
an easy victim to Morley's skill, being
defeated by a score of 100 to 20. The
defeated player wanted return match
the same evening for 500, but friends
of Morley offered to wager $500 that the
Los Angeles boy could beat Hayes in a
weeks time, buA with no takers.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
A BASEBALL WAR.
The "AIl Star" Combination to Play
Here Christmas.

The "AIl Star" Combination to Play
Here Christmas.
There is lively war going on in base
bal circles, and something is very liable
to drop in few weeks. Los Angeles has
two baseball parks, one on First street,
controlled by Peartree & Turner, and
the second one on Seventh and Ala
media, and controlled by the Los Angeles
Athletic club. The sporting editor of
the HERALD predicted a clash several
months since, and urged the necessity of
going slow, as Los Angeles could not
support two athletic parks, and that one
or the other would have to 60 under.
Yesterday the Los Angeles Athletic
club concluded arrangements with Billy
Brown to bring down the All Star Cali
fornia aggregation for a series of games,
beginning Christmas day. In this team
are such well-known players as Van
Haltren, Fred Carroll, Bill Brown, Joe
Cantillon and other cracks.
1t is understood that the Apollos will
cross bats with the "All Star" aggrega
tion at the Athletic park, and that one
of the conditions ia that the local team
be strengthened by the inclusion of at
least three new players. This dea!
leaves the First-street people in tight
place. They do not propose to be left,
however, and it is rumored that they
will keep the Sacramento team here as
the Los Angeles team for the First-street
grounds, and that they propose to con-
tinue to bring down northern teams.
One of the directors of the Athletic
club last night informed the writer that
the club had concluded arrangements to
bring down the San Jose and Portland
clubs. The admission to the Athletic
park will be 25 cents. The grand stand
at this park is one OF the finest on the
coast, and is so arranged that everyone
gets an uninterrupted view.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
JUsTIFIABLE HOMICIDE.
The Woman Who Shot Her Husband at
His Request Acquitted.

The Woman Who Shot Her Husband at
His Request Acquitted.
MARysvILLE, CAL, Dec. 49, Margaret
Signorette, the woman who shot her
husband in the head at his request, at
their home near Fosters bar, this
county, had preliminary examination
today, and was discharged. The evidence
showed that the man was insane
through drinking cheap wines of his
own make; that he took strychnine and
it not having immediate effect. insisted
upon his wife shooting him. The aged
woman, it was conclusively established,
was in mortal lear OF the man, and
never had been known to disobey his
slightest request. Even with this ab-
ject servtude he was not satisfied, and
her body showed evidence OF his brutal
treatment
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
Culberson Doesn't Want 1t.

WAsHINGToN, Dec. 16.-The Post will
say tomorrow: Representative Culber
son has the second time declined the
position OF interstate commerce com
missioner. He was offered the commits
sionership early last summer, but de-
clned it. A few days ago, yielding to
pressure, he informed the president that
if his name was sent in, he would ac-
cept. AS his name has not been sent in,
Culberson yesterday took occasion tc re-
vert to his former decision.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
Another blythe Claimant.

ROANOKE, Va, Dec. 16.-A stone cut
ter named Shelor has received letter
from California stating that his wife is a
niece and heir of the late William Henry
Blythe, Scotch millionaire who died in
California five years ago. The estate is
valued at sS.000,000. She lives in Phil
adelphia and will sail soon for Scotland
to establish her claim.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
France and bulgaria.

PARIS, Dec. 16.-In an interview today
with the Bulgarian minister in this city
in regard to the Ohadouine incident, he
stated that he felt confident that the
whole matter would be amicably settled.
He entertained no doubt, he added, that
Bulgaria would make the concessions
demanded by France, and thus bring
about a re-eetablshment of the diplo-
matte relations between the two coun-
trioc
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
A Sensational Arrest.

FRANKLIN, Pa, Dec. 16.-W. w. Win
ans, wealthy farmer, prominent in
church, social and political circles, was
arrested tonight on the charge OF bur-
glary. Numerous lheavy robberies have
been committed in Venango and sur
rounding counties, and man named
Brooks was arrested. 1t is alleged that
he has made a confession duplicating
Winans. The accused has been held
for trial. The arrest has caused SEN
catiOn
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
Morgan's Benefit.

Lem Morgan benefits tonight at the
the rink. Morgan is the champion
skater of the coast. A capital pro-
gramme has been arranged. Morgan
will skate five mile race with Berry.
There will also be several other races.
Professor Black will give an exhibition
OF his skill on the bicycle. Those who
attend the rink tonight will get value
for his money.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17


GAY-In this city, December l6, 1891, Elhanna
Gay, native or Vermont, aged BE years and
months.
Funeral will take place from his late resi-
dence, 1917 North Vins street. Friday, De-
cember 18th, at 10 am. Friends invited to
attend without further notice.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 18th, Mrs Hannah l..
Mathews, aged 83 years.
Funeral at 10 O'Clock this (Thursday) morn
ing, at the residence OF her son, Newell
Mathews, 1901 Patrick street, East Los An
geles. Services by Rev. J s Thomson, and
-friends Of the family are invited to attend.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
RoId diamond ROhbary-

LITTLE Rock, Ark, Dec. 16.-While a
clerk in Zimmerman's jewelry store was
showing the trays OF diamonds this
evening to stranger, another masked
stranger entered, grabbed the tray, and
throwing cayenne pepper in the clerk q
eyes, both strangers rushed out into a
dark alley near by, making their escape.
AS near as learned, the value of the
diamonds is $4,000.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
murdered His Children.

Topeka, Kan, Dec. 16.-George Seidl,
was arrested today for numbering his
daughter, aged Is, and his son, aged ~.
Both had been i'll some time. Seidl
confessed that he compelled his chill
dren to take noxious solution OF alum,
which caused their death. 1t is be-
lieved he is insane.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
A False Report.

LISBON, Dec. 16.-In the cortes today
the minister of finance declared that the
current rumors, that the administration
of Portugal's finances was to be put into
foreign hands, were false. Portugal
would accept no such arrangement ex'
cept at the cannon's mouth.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
A STEP FORWARD.
Eastern Rules Adopted by the Pacific
Coast Blood Horse Association.

COAST BiOOu hOTbo AssoCldtIOns
SAN Francisco, Dec. 16.-At a meet
ing last night the committee appointed
by the Pacific Coast Blood Horse asso-
citation, took action in reference to the
revision of several important rules.
Final action cannot be taken for sixty
days. 1t was believed, how
ever, that the committee decided
in the future not to accept any
entries from owners, or agents of own
ers, who are behind in forfeits or owe
anything at all. The eastern scale
of weights is to be used in California.
An important change is also made in
the rules governing heats. Hereafter
drivers must try to win heats the same
as the race, otherwise they will be
charged with pulling" This will pre-
vent the opening heats from being run
off in the interest of the Paris mutuels.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
rrumpeter Dixon Found Guilty.

OMAHA, Neb., Dec. 16.-'rrumpeter
Dixon of the Sixth United States cav
airy was today found guilty of murder
in the first degree, for killing Corporal
Carter, at Fort Niobrara, last Sep
tember.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
A Crew of twenty Drowned.

LONDON, Dec. 16.-It is reported that
the steamer Prince. Soltykoff, from
Barry for st. Naziare, was wrecked off
Brest and every person on board,
twenty in all, except the captain, was
drowned.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
Telegrarh Companiea Consolidated.

New YORK, Dec. 16 The American
District and the Mutual District Tele-
graph companies have been consoli-
dated. The president Of the new com.
pany is K. R. Chapman, member OF
the firm of Moore & Schley, stock
brokers'
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
Baseball rhts Afteruoon.

In the baseball game this afternoon
with Sacramento, the Los Angeles team
will be as follows: Goldie2 b., DUNCAN
c., Holiday !. f.. Decker b., Hulen
3 b., Lavan s.,s., Lohman c. t., Fo-
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
COMING SOUTH.
The International Press Club VIII Visit
Southern California.

Southern California.
SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 16.-T. Jackson,
Jr., President of the Internationa
League of Press clubs, which will hold
a CONVEX tion here, commencing January
18th, sends word that arrangements
have been made to have the delegates,
about 100 in number, return east by the
Santa Fe route. This will enable the
delegates to visit Southern California
and they will stop at various points of
interest between here and Los Angeles.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
Children Cry for Pitchers Castoria.

Everybody is pleased with Wesner's photos.
127 West First street.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
On the Way.

"Papa" schurtz has just received telegram
from New York, announcing the fact that the
Hungarian Ladies' Orchestra has arrived there,
except Miss Julia Hiss. the cello player. who,
unfortunately, died on board the ship while in
transit. The orchestra will appear in this city
on time
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
DIED.

Call on Mullen, Bluett & Co. for a ticket to
grand concert next Friday.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17

You know you are getting fine article when
you buy DR.. Henleys Celery Beef and Iron.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17

Choicest aud cheapest Christmas presents to
send east. Campbell's Curiosity Store, 1926
South Spring.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
Royal Baking Powder
Is Superior to Every Other.

1t is a scientific fact that the Royal Baking Powder is
absolutely pure. will go still further and state
that because of the facilities that company have for o. aning
perfectly pure Of and for other depend
upon proper proportions Of the and the method
Of it's preparation the Royal Baking Powder is undoubtedly
the purest and reliable baking powder offered to the
public. HENRY A. MOTT, Pin. D,
iae CKswLetJay i. S
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
Barley Crystals
At Jevne's.

Call On Mullen, Bluett & Co. fol- a ticket TO
grand concert next Friday
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17

Call on Mullen. Bluett & Co. for ticket to
grand concert next Friday.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17

CampbeIPs Curiosity Store,
325 South Spring, headquarters for Christmas
novelties.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17

Call on Mullen, Bluett & Co. for a ticket to
grand concert next Friday.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17

# you avant anything read our classified
ads
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17

Have you a yacGnt roomf Uso, adrer-
Hscon our classified page.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-12-17
DIRECT COMING.

The Little Black Demon to Pace in Los
Angeles.
SAN Francisco, Dec. 16.-Monroe Sal
isbury has decided to send the champion
black PAGER Direct, 2 06, to Los Angeles
next week, where he will be sent against
his record, during Christmas week.