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Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1891-06-06
REPORTERS NEEDED,

It is a pity that the American
Press Association did not send a
live, wide awake reporter to Eng
land to give the American public
decent report of the Baccarat
scandal tIial.
The news furnished by cable is
tedious and embarrassing, and I'M
relieved by single CLINT Of interest.
vet it is easy to see, when reading
the dispatches, what an amount of
real fire and sensational interest
is being smothered by the dull
witted English newspaper writer.
The affair is creating an i'm
mense sensation in England. A
man who becomes Involved in the
commission of nameless and I'M
natural crime in Great Britain is
allowed to get to Canada or India
before the officers can reach him,
and in few years he comes back
and mingles in that kind OF soci-
ETY. that rests under the shade"
of the royal people. But let him
cheat at cards and he is ostricised
and trampled on all over the king
dom.
The Prince of Wales was one
of the card party, and he was
gambling with some women who
compose his fast set.
r The lawyers who ross-examlnec
him dropped him like a hot pota'
toe whenever he frowned or looked
annoyed.
1t seems a pity that old Ber
Butler could not have laid him OF
the gridiron.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1891-06-06

GILBERT BRIGGS, Prop.
mayo
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1891-06-06
The GrasshOpper Plague.

Grasshoppers are devasting the
country between Lincoln and Rock
lin, California. The Sacramento
Bee says at the Wescoatt raisln
INWARD of several hundred acres
has been completely denuded,
the hoppers attacking and strip
small fruits, strawberries and rasp-
berries. but do not seem to touch
blackberIies.
There is still few acres of Cal
ifornia land left at big figures.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1891-06-06
PROPOSALS FOR BIDS.

Bids for furnishing material and for work in
the Construction of a Sewerage System in
Carson City. Ormsby County, Nevada.
Sealed bids will be received at my office I'M
til o'clock ,. NJ, Saturday, June 6, 1891, for
the furnishing of about PC, 500 feet sewer pips
as per schedule accompanying specifications.
delivered on cars at Carson Cityl pipe 20 pe Of
the best quality OF NitriGed Iron stone. san
Pile of which must be delivered with bid free OF
charge. Also for all or portion of tho eXca-
waiting and back filing a. per specifications.
Also for forty I40l bbls more or less Of fresh
Portland Cement delivered on cars at Carson
City A certified check payable to the City IF
Carson, in the sum of five per cent. i5) OF the
amount, must accompany each Did, binding
the bidder to enter into contract with he
city, within ten days after the award. The
successful bidders will be required to give a
good and sufficient bond in the sum Of fifteen
per cent. [l5l Of the amount, for the fulfiment
Of the contract. Bids will be opened on June
9th 1891 at 1850 o'clock P. N. The city hereby
reserves the right to reject any or all bids
Copies of specifications will be furnished to
bona-fide bidders upon application. Plans can
/ G seen ut my Office
Dated at office OF City Clerk this 18th day If
May, 1881. WI. ny. DOANE,
mI2td City Clerk.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1891-06-06

England is convulsed with the
baccarat scandal, but if the Prince
would come to Nevada a little
deck stufflng on the side would ex-
cite no comment.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1891-06-06

Three bull fighters were killed
in Madrid on the 4th. Let the
good work go on, it may stop this
inhuman custom.
Morning appeal. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1877-1906, 1891-06-06

Three German war ships have
arrived at the Bay.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1891-12-24
TIE FUNERAL TRAIN.
Senator Plumb'S Remains Conveyed to His
Late Home in Emporia.

KANSAS CITY, Dec. 23.-The train bearing
the body of the late Senator Plumb arrived here
early this morning. Those who formed the es-
cort were Governor Humphrey of Kansas, his
stan and officers OF the Stale; Timothy McCar-
thy, Department Commander of the G. A. X. in
Kansas, his staff and delegations from tue
various posts Of Kansas; the pail bearers. Mayor
hannon and members Of the City Council OF
Kansas City, Kan; committee OF representa-
tive men from that city and detachment OF
metropolitan police. Governor Humphrey for
mally received The body from ihe Sergeant-at
Arms of the Senat
The pall-bearers bore the ca.sxet from the car
and took their places in the Ixocesslon, which
had been formed on the platform. The process
sion moved quickly TO the special train on the
Santa lie Railway. There the cAsket was placed
on bier In the funeral car, which was appro.
prlately and profusely draped Ia black. A guard
OF the 4. A. II. was placed in charge of the car.
Ihe train left for Topeka at 10 O'clock.
TOPEKA, Dec. 23.-The train bearing the re-
mains of the late Senator Plumb was three
hours late. The streets aud sidewalks along The
line OF march TO the Capitol building were
vate residences were profusely draped this morn.
ing ana business was2 suspended. The funeral
car was escorted by four G. A. X. posts and
company [, *. n. Il. Atthe Capitol the casket
handsomely decorated, aud the remains were
there viewed by thousands OF people,
AT O'Clock the casket was returned to the
special train. accompanied by the procession,
winch reformed IN Its original order and marched
solemnly back TO the railway station. The cas-
ket having been replaced In the funeral car the
train resumed The journey.
EMPoRIA (kans.), Dec. 23.-The special train
bearing the remains OF the late Senator Plumb
arrived this evening. The casket was received
Dy local committee aud escorted by c. A. Il.
guard and large concourSe of citizens 10
flumD's late home. The iuterment takes place
tomorrow.
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SITE SELECTED.
CYertureS for The Location of HOurlne-
Mills at Martinez.

MARTINEZ, Dec. 23.-At the November uest-
ing OF The Board of Supervisors of this county
Horace Davis OF San Francisco applied for and
was granted wharf franchise fronting on Car
quinez Straits, a short distance from Martinez
toward the Nevada Docks. On Inquiry 1t was
found that Mr. Davis was seeking location for
the Golden Gate FOuring- mills Of San Fran
cisco where he could have the advantage OF
water and rail facilities without paying drayage
AS soona the citizens Of this place ascertalned
this Tact overtures were made to Mr.. Davis with
The object OF inducing him 10 locate his mill at
Martinez. An invitation was extended to him 10
come W aud Inspect the water 'front.' aud If is
suited his purpose the town would donate him
the ground needed. On this Invitation Mr. Davis
ana his Superintendent visited Martinez aud,
aiier careful inspection, announced that the
location would suit his purpose admirably, and
II clear title was given him to the site lie desig-
mated he would surely build his mill and ware
houses here.
portion OF the site selected by Mr. Davis had
Deen granted 10 the Grangers' Business Assocta-
tion. and meeting OF the stockholders of that
association was held here to-day for the purpose
OF releasing that portion OF their franchise de-
sired by MIR. Davis. AT the meeting IL was
UNANIMOUSLY decided tc grant the release ana
now nothing stands in the way, so far as is
known, oil cedlng the land desired. As the mill
employs some eighty men steadily. and over
thirty OF them have families, the Importance OF
such an establishment to our town can readily
be realized. The citizens OF this place are highly
elated over Its future prosperity, and the signing
OF the necessary papers will be anxiously
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1891-12-24
BORDER WARFARE.
Mexican Bandits Pursued by
United States Troops.
The Capture Of a Town Prevented by The
Engagement on Tuesday.
GarZa'S Outlaws Caught With Arms 10 Be
Shot on Sight Acknowledgements
From President Diaz.
Special to TEE MoRSrNe CAL.

New ORLEANS. Dec. 23.-The Picayune's
Brownsville (Tex.) special says: 1t is re-
ported from up the river that another band
of so-caled RevOlutionists were trailed and
pursued by United States troops, and a
number of them crossed the river into
Mexico. That there was considerable
number is evidenced by the finding
OF thirty-one fires in one camp and the re-
mains of six beeves, which had been slaugh-
tered for food. There are rumors of other
parties at various points along the river
between Fort Ringgold and Laredo.
1t is now stated as certain that these par
ties above Rnggold were to cross the
river into Mexico to draw the Mexican
troops from Camargo and vicinity. The gang so
gallantly attacked and routed by Captain Burke
and Lieutenant Hayes, with less than one-fourth
Of their number, were 10 cross al La Gryella and
sack the town OF Camargo.
Now that war has commenced on this side OF
The river the need of proper garrisoning OF the
frontier posts is felt. Nothing can be done with
handful of men. Garcia openly defes the mill
tary, and threatens TO capture Fort Ringg0ld to
obtain supplies.
A Ilcayune's san Antonio special says: Gen
eral Stanley to-day sent more cavalry TO the
scene OF the troubles with Mexican revolution
ists Captain Burke reported by telegraph
to-day his engagement. aud says the revo-
lutionists would have tSken Camargo
had it not been for his force attacking them.
He has given orders 10 his men To kill on sight
any Of Garza'S men found prowllug about The
county In arms.
General Stanley received from President DiaZ
OF Mexico letter complimeuting The United
States army officers for their efforts TO put down
The organization OF Tevulutlonisls on this side OF
tile river
ST. LOUIS Dec. 23-A Republics Rio Grande
City sp cial says: Yesterdays battle seems TO
have scattered The Mexican agitators, but the
troops are on the alert. Ftom Mer comes d re-
port on the Mexican side that there have been
three battles between GarZas forces and MeX-
can troops, one al Torlllas. one al Becias and
one at point not named In the advlces. The
losses are nol known.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1891-12-24
LOVE AND MARRIAGE.
The Strange Way Some Residents q
Naples Secure Wife.

The Strange way Some Residents of
Naples Secure Wife.
At the far end of Naples lies the Church
OF Santa Maria Annnciata, which, once a
year. on the Day Of Our Lady, wakes into a
brief life and excitement. In silent row
before the high altar kneel thirty girls, all in
black garments, with folded hands and eyes
fixed on the picture of the Madonna before
them.
These are orphans from the neighboring
founding asylum, and once year all those
who have reached the age of 1S are brought
here to the church and may lie chosen in
marriage by any honest man whose papers
are in order and whose character is good.
At the door leading to the sacristy leans a
gray-haired priest, the head Of the asylum
By and by man makes his way from the
back of the church and hands him a little
packet of papers. These the priest reads
carefully, and being evidently satisfied he
cant toward the row OF girls.
All eyes are fixed more steadily than ever
on the altar. all their hands are clasped
tighter together, their faces turn shade
paler, their hearts beat quicker as the young
man walks slowly along the row. at last
he stops. His choice is made. He stretches
out his hand with a little smile. The girl
rises, puts her hand into that of the
stranger, and together they disappear
into the sacrSty. The ice being thus
broken. other suitOrs come forward.-The
Catholic Union.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1891-12-24
SPEAKER CRISP
Sharp Criticism by WatteIson in the Louisville
Courier-Jpurnal

Courier-Journal.
LOUISVILLE, Dec. 23.-In the Courier Journal
tomorrow MIR. Wattersou Will have an editorial
on Speaker Crisp and tie new committees.
He will say In part: "For The first time in
the history of the Democratic party in Congress
is the principle laid down that the organ
izatIon of the House is matter not OF
friendly rivalry among friends, but OF personal
aggrandizement and faciional rower. We
had hopes for better things A stronger man
than Crisp might have paused before giving him.
self and his party over to this" Watterson
says Springer has not shown peculiar capacity
TO lead The HOase. His selection smac~s too
much OF The discharge Of obligations. and Is
a preieXt 10 turn down and degrade a
man who has done eminent work In a
great movement. and who has enjoyed
the confidence of Democrats everywhere. Wat
terson speaks OF lntimations that there was a
tween the new Speakers and his back
ers and Governor Hlll and his back
ers. by which the Democratic party
principles are 10 be sacrificed TO CongressOua al
and Presidential bargains. Then indeed will the
hosts OF Democracy rise in their might and III
their wrath scattering these imDious despoilers
OF truth aud faith like herd OF
this. but the present is no time for mincing
words. Ii is time for plain talk The Speakers
experiment starts out with almost uniyer-
sal dstruSt of Democrats in every
part OF tile Union. The overcoming OF this
aud the establishment OF Its claim TO
public confidence can only be achieved by a dis.
play OF great earne,tness, perfect fidelity and
this time forward keep before his eyes the awful
snecer of KeiIer.p
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1891-12-24

the Indians requested the department to provide
them with additional stock and farming imple-
inent ments. They also asked that their ratlons be
increased. They strongly protested against part.
ing with any more OF their land.
THE BANCROFT LIBRARY.
Senator Frye to-day introduced bill appro-
priaiing $500 600. or so much thereof as may be
necessary 10 purchase the collection OF % Histor-
ieaI Information Concerning ihe Wester Half of
AmeTica," consisting Of books. pamphlets. maps,
etc, about 10000 in number, known as the Ban
croft Library, and situated on Valencia street
San francisco.
THE SPEAKER NEEDS REST.
Immediately on the adjournment OF the House
today Speaker Crisp went TO the Metropolitan
Frustrated by bis arduons labors. and at the
same time Is suffering with heavy cold. A few
days rest, 1t Is hoped, Will restore his health.
INTERNAL REVENUE COLLECTOR REMOVED.
removal OF Samuel ID. Warmcaste, Collector of
Internal Revenue for the Twenty third District
3i pennsylvania. at Pittsburg. and designating
Deputy Collector Mitchell to perform the duties
temporarily. WdrmcaStle Is charged with neg
lect of duty.
WEATHER BUREAU APPOINTMENTS.
The office of assistant 10 the chief OF the
weather Bureau was hlled today by the appoint
ment by Secretary Rusk of s. S. lockwood,
GhieI ei clerk OF The Department OF Agriculture.
Henry Casson, private secretary Of Secretary
Rusk, was appointed chief clerk.
LAND CASES DECIDED.
In the case OF William Forbes vs. L. Z. Cole.
involving land in San Francisco district, Forbes
motion Tor rehearing Is denied. In the case of
Joseph Wild VS.. John Lopez involving land in
the sacramento district The Commissioners
judgment Is affirmed.
TESTING A NEW GUN.
The first tweive-inch gun ever made at the
Washington Naval Ordnance Foundry was tested
at the proving ground yesterday. Successful re-
suits were obtained both from the life and the
pneumatic carriage upon which Ii is mounted.
POSTAL CHANGES.
new Postof1ce has been established at Tre-
mont. SolanO County. Cai Henry s. Deck POST
master. The star service between Painted Rock
aud Goodwin, CAL, will be discontinued after
December 31St.
POS MASTERS APPOINTED.
B. w. Wilcox was to-day appointed Postmaster
o. Sittinheld, resigned, and D. Il. SchaIl at Mes
siiia san Bernafdln0 County, vice j. A. Pfeiffer,
resigned
PERSONAL MENTION.
Mrs. Coleman, the mother of James V. Cole
man OF California, is dangerously III at her resi-
dence In thls city. MIR. Coleman said that his
mOtner was somewhat better Tonight.
Secretary Foster was so much better to-day he
was allowed TO take short drive.
Mills condition Is somewhat improved to-day.
Secretary Elkins arrived In Washington to-
day. He Will call on the President tomorrow
aud arrange his future plans.
CHILEAN OFFICIAL CoURTEsIES.
The Chilean Minister. Senior Montt, ani Nine.
Montt have issued Invitations for a dinner on
Mrs. Blaine This will be the first dinner given
by Senior MOntt since his arrival here.
CONGRESSMAN HEMPHILL MARRIED.
Congressman j. j. Hemphiil was married this
evening 10 Miss Elizabeth S. Henry OF Cam
bridge, nd.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1891-12-24

1t has been settled that the national cake
is the buckwheat.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1891-12-24
ONE ENJOYS

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 efectually, dispels colds, head
aches and fevers and cures habitual
constipation. Syrup of Figs is the
only remedy of its kind ever pro-
duced, 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 50c
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 FIe syrup co.
,,,,ou,,S SAY n, FRANCISCO: CA,
se2 Thsarutf
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1891-12-24

Fine Arts, but had TO wait two gears until she
reached the proper age. At 10 she modelled the
head OF an Italian boy picked from the Boston
slums, and 1t was admitted 10 the Paris
Salon. Ihe same year she went TO
Paris, studied in Recole des Reapx Arts. aud at
II took a salon medal with boy statue. She
created such sensation that the King and
Queen OF Roumania Sent her handsome souvenirs.
she came home Two years ago. Since thel size
has been hard at work In Kitson's studio. She Is
beautiful girl, graceful with a Venus de Milo
hlnd, bright inqulrng eyes and an air as uncon-
venilonal as child. StTB goes Into society,
dresses plainly, aud Is fond of outdoor exercises
hitSon Is much her senior.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1891-12-24
THE BARNABY CASE.
Testimony for the Defense in the Trial Of
Dr.. Graves for Murder

Testimony for the Defense in the Trial Of
Dr.. Graves for Murder
DENVER, Dec. 23.-In the Barnaby- Graves
trial to-day tile defense opened the case by pIac-
Ing Edward Field and Colonel B-llou, the latter
counsel for the defense, on the stand. Nothing
new was brought out
Two experts In handwriting swore that. al
though the inscription on the whisky bottle was
similar to the writing in lbe letters written by
Graves, they did not think both writings were by
The same Ierson. In crOss-examination, how
ever, both experts admitted that many letters in
the inscription on the bottle aud those on the
Graves letters were the same
j. A. Beunet', veterinary surgeon, was called
to prove that arsenite OF potassium was some-
times kept IN the livery stables. The point to be
made was to show that as the bottle of whisky
remained ln the buggy In the stable over night
before being deliver, Il 10 Mrs. Barnaby some Of
the hOstlers might have drunk The original con-
tents OF the bottle and, to escape detection, re-
filled It from The nearest bottle at hand In this
way they might have stumbled on bottle OF
arsenite OF potash AID emptird II in o thA orig
inal bottle. Upon cross-rxamination they could
not name any positive Instance In which they
had seen arseniIe Of potassium in the livery
stable.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1891-12-24
A FARMER FLEECED.
An Ohio Granger Relieved of $1,000 By
Monte Men.

An Ohio Granger Relieved of $500 By
Monte Men.
The heaviest confidence game ever
worked in Stark County, Ohio, had its con-
summation in the western part of Canton,
the victim being Harmon Shriver, about 60
years old, retired farmer living near Mas
sill0n who is reputed to be worth anywhere
from $4,000 to 100000. Shrver was ap-
preached on the street by stranger, well
dressed and blessed with smooth tongue,
who said he was one German, a banker Of
Alliance and in hunt of residence property.
Shriver was interested at once and proposed
that German 60 with him and look over his
farm. This they started to do Along the
way the couple met third man who did
not seem to know either, but he produced
a pack of cards and proposed a game Just
forifun. Shriver and his companion declared
they did not pay, but at last German en-
gagged In game, winning a small amount
linen the second stranger produced $4,000
and proposed to play for high stakes. Cor
man called Shrlyer aside, said he knew the
game and could win every time. He pro-
posed that they each put up $1,000 and
double their money. Shrver went to the
Merchants Bank in Massllon for the
money bat could not get ready cash, and
took two certificates of deposit for 5000
and $500 respectively. They decided to go
W Sdulol LUZ Lut ulOBey, anu Tie ceTtl0cdIeS
were cashed at the George d. Harter Bank
After getting the money they were Joined
by the second stranger and drove toward
Massillon. About three miles west of Canton
they stopped and the game was PLAYED.
1t was the old game of three-card monte.
The man took Shriver's money, rolled it
up with like sum of his own, and pre-
tended TO put it in G tin box. The cards
were dealt and the dealer sadly announced
that Shriver and German had won They
again started toward Massillon and drove
to the Hess farm. Then the two swindlers
started back to catch the train. They asked
Shriver to walk home, and German hand ID
him the box, saying he wouA call for his
share Monday, cautoning him not to open
the box until then.
Shriver walked some distance and then
hired rig to take him home. Here he told
his wife he had good secret, but would not
tell 1t until Monday. His daughter coaxed
the secret out of him, however. The family
suspected something wrong, and insisted on
his having the box opened. 1t was found to
contain an old novel, newspaper and a toy
watch. The pClico of Canton were notified,
but no clew to the whereabouts of tIis
sharpers was discovered. Shriver is out
$500, and is terribly worked up over his
loss.
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DECISION RESERVED.
Suit to Recover Mining Property Held by a

NEW YORK, Dec. 23.-Jerry Collins and Pat
rick j. Haggerty owned three mines in Colorado
and certain patents in February, 1888, which
they transferred to a lawyer named O'Neill, iu
trust Tor the purpose Of transferring the prop
erty 10 a ip0ratloD which was to be formed
Tie Hecla Consolidated Mining Company was
organized and Incorporated August 24lh last,
with capital of S1,250,000. 0'NeIl refused 10
transfer the property aud the company sued
him. He said that he held the property so as 10
secure repayment for his services as Trustee
The company moved In The Supreme Court tor
Judgment On O'NeilPs answer, and the decision
is reserved.