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The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1891-04-09
THE LONDONDERRY SITTER,


That's the word. Pass 1t around,
No pool rooms. No holes in the wall
where boys congregate and make the
evenings hideous with profanity and
coarse vulgarity, Up and at them
good citizens, and never let up until
the disgraceful gang is broken up,
The SIFrRR's article on the pool room
has stirred up our people to the point
of taking good healthy action, and
those interested in these holes will do
well to heed the signs of the times.
And now one word to those loud
mouthed, profane and vulgar boys,
who have just got the egg shell of
and think that the earth turns only
for their benefit, and that the sun
would refuse to shine but for THEN
smartness; Boys the whole planetary
system may revolve at your command,
but there are few good, quiet citi-
zens in So. Londonderry, who were
here before the great fiat was issued
that spoke you into existence, that
you cannot run, and the sooner you
understand it the better for you.
Just as sure as you persist in youl
coarse vulgarity, and preferred insults
to old and respectable citizens, thai
sure some fine evening you will fine
your names in the SITTER, with YOU
full history for the past winter
What kind of reading would it make
boys !? Do you think it would be in
teresting ? You can have it Or not
just as you like.
Since our last issue the SITTER has
been showered with congratulation:
and words of encouragement in 1T
fight against the nuisances that ar
disgraceful to our pleasant and hith
erto quiet and respectable village. L
is evident that we are going to hav,
house cleaning, and that it will b.
thorough, and will probably include
visit from the States Attorney who's
persuasive manners will be used il
closing up the free rum hole.
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1891-04-09

Blessings often come in disguise,
but D. b. Goddard says there is no
Disgusting the fact that Brussels soap
is blessing as it saves money,
The Londonderry sifter. (South Londonderry, Vt.) 1883-19??, 1891-04-09

Londonderry, Vt, April Z, 81.
Mr.. Editor: A few ladies in this
village would like to know if there is
any way stop can be put to the
whiskey and cider flowing SO freely
here 1t is running both health and
homes. We propose that the cider
man be shot and empty the Agency
into West river. We declare them
both a nuisance. Is there any way it
can be done
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09
ON TRIAL FOR HERESY.

The Argument in the Macquery Case Sub
mitted on Both Sideb.
The second days session of the ecclesiastical
court, which is sitting at Cleveland, Ohio. for
the purpose of judging whether Rev. Howard
Macquery is hereto, was opened yesterday.
Mr.. Macquery was soon upon his feet and con-
tinued until almost noon in speaking in his own
defense. He devoted himself altogether to his
position on the question Of Christ's resurrec-
ton. He said that it was spiritual and not
physical. Referring to the court he declared
that he appreciated its embarrassment. If it
decided for him the church would cry out
against it; if it decided agins. him the intelli-
gent world would criricise it.
In HIS argument yesterday Mr.. Macaucry
stated explicitly that his object in writing a
DOCK was not 10 create n SENSATION. but TO- il
possible; Assist in conforming christianity TO
common sense and nineteenth century thoughts
In 'IotiEy wi lib The final reply to the prosec uto
he said the church and the prosecutor were
d"Gma.ists. and that the latter ndmifked that
tho council Of Nice did not insist a virgin
bii Ii aud literal resurrection of he B0dy
Dr. iaites uf St. Paul, the prosecutor denied
iiL,t the cou was one for the next century,
bat would deal fairly with the end in view that
the present Wa To- be served
The arguments on both aides were COMPLETED
YESTERDAY. and Calling ion the books and opin-
iono Offered III testimony, the court Withdrew
untii II could formulate lis u, .ii.ion.
Mr. Macquerv Is six feet three inches tail.
weighs lt5 pounds. IL strnight AS an Indian, has
black eyes and Is an eloquent pulpit orator He
Is Is flrRinlal by birth, Id under forty and uu-
married
hr Macqnery has been advised throughout
the trial by Unitarian clern yman and it is M
uclpitcd that he Will adO,'t ihat creed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09
Maryland Matters,

The county commissioners Of Baltimore
county will e:deavor to secure lower rates OF
taxes by increasing the basis upon which the
levy is made and direct their attention to stocks
upon which no taxes are now paid. The in
crease will amount to IS 900 oc0.
A land case which has attracted considerable
public attention has been settled by the
Wicomico circuit court. Mrs Charlotte VIII
insn,s has been granted possession OF valuable
real estate at Fruitland on the NY, r. and n.
railroad, now held by Iohu r. Peters. Mira
Williams claimed that she secured title to it in
ISIS. The defendants claimed that the title
had passed from her husband before that date
After many trials before numerous courts the
case has been thus finally decided.
Chas. H. Hamill of Frostburg II dead. He
was widely known among the coal sections
He married Miss Kate Frost. danghter Of the
founder Ut frostburg.
The family Of William Blades in Caroline
county while moving to q new homo on New
Year day wrapped one o. the children up 70
cioNeiy II was smothefed 10 death.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09
BELIEVES 1T A FORGERY.
Pre- sident McGrath's Opinion of Congress.
man Turner's Alleged Offer.


man Turner's Alleged Offer.
Steps have been taken looking to the i'm
parchment of Frank McGrath, president of the
Kansas Farmers Alliance, who is accused of
being party to the alleged scheme to elect f.
J. Turner, republican Congressman from the
sixth district, to the United States Senate. The
matter will be brought before special session
of the executive board Of the alliance, which is
to be convened in Topeka next week. This
board consists of five men, with Mr.. McGrath
as chairman. State Senator Codding, who is
also alleged to be in the supposed deal with
McGrath. is also a member of the board.
Mr.. McGrath sent copy Of a letter to the
public yesterday in which he denies knowing
anything of the authorship of the letter. In il
Mr.. McGrath says:
III this letter was written by Mr.. Turner nc
IL the prince OF fools. and had no authority,
right or encouragement TO suppose That would
consider for one instant his or any other man q
interest who did not insure the following quail
fications for his position: He must be farmer,
an alliance man, and have worked for the sue
cess of the peoples party during the last cam
paign."
Mr.. McGrath adds that he believes the letter
signed with Mr.. Turner's namc to be a forgery.
Mr.. McGrath courts investigation. and lss
called meeting of the Farmers Alliance and
peoples party leaders to look into the matter.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09
NO DEFINITE RESULTS,
Maurice Healy Says the Boulogne Confer
enee Accomplished Nothing.

enee Accomplished Nothing.
According to q dispatch to the Exchange
Telegraph company of London MIR. Maurice
Healy. in an interview, said that the Bouogne
conference had not been productive of any
definite results.
The Freenans Journal of Dublin saws that
Mr.. Parnell denies the statement published
to the effect that Mr.. Parnell has agreed not to
canvass Ireland until the general elections that
he has agreed to transfer funds to Mr. O'Brien
in order that the latter may pay the Tipperary
tenants; that Mr.. O'Brien has agreed to secure
Mr.. Mccarthy deposition. and that Mr. O. Brien
will lead the reunited Irish party.
The Fy@ea0nS journal declares that the con-
ference closed hopeful Of message satisfactory
TO the Irish party at home and abroad; hopeful
that the conference would not be fruitless. and
hopeful that il would have u great practical
and salutary effect toward a renewal of the
union of the irresistible Irish party.
The Journal adds: Those who would reject
the advice and spurn the conclusions of such
lrishmen as Parnell and O'Brien would incur
grave and lasting responsibility at critical
juncture. 1t is time for Irishmen to
prove that they appreciate Mr.. Parneils and
Mr.. . Briens efforts to secure success despite
the difficulty caused by treachery and corrup-
ton. The country manhood will indorse the
leaders vino have so often shown the way to
victory.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09
AN INCENSED POET,
Joaquin Miller Warns Intruders or Hi
Grounds with Shot Guns.

Joaquin Miller Warns Intruders or His
Grounds with Shot Gums.
Philadelphia Press special from San Fran
cisco says: Joaquin Miller. who lives on the
crest of the hills back of Oakland, overlooking
the Golden Gate, has donned his war paint and
is ready to wipe out all hunters who range over
his little ranch and shoot his imported pleas
ants. He has built little houses. one Of which
he occupies alone, while in another his mother
lives, and the third is devoted to two Japanese
servants. Miller selected the place for its Be-
clusion. He has not found the quiet he ex-
pected because Of hunters. He has accord
ingly put up this notice in conspicuous places:
''Notice-To gentlemen: These grounds are
for my own personal use, where desire abso-
Lutte quiet and seclusion, verbum, sap
ITO hoodlums, tram.3s and housebreakers:
am again stocking these grounds with imported
birds. also wish to preserve the native ones
Now, rs you have no business here. except to
destroy. you will be treated as thieves and
burglars if found on these grounds, and any one
shooting at this notice or shooting in this di-
rection will be effectively fired at in return.
JOAQUIN MILLER"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09
DEMOCRATIC CELEBRATIONS.
Jackson's Victory n New Orleans Recalled
with Banquets.

Jackson's Victory n New Orleans Recalled
With Banquets.
Ten thousand dollars are said TO has. been ex-
pended by the Young Mems Democratic As
sociation in preparation for the banquet in
honor Of Jackson's day last night in Philadel-
phia, and the scene presented when all were
seated at the table has probably never been ex-
celled. Mr.. Cleveland occupied the seat Of
honor, ex-Secretary Of State Bayard being on
his right and Gov.-elect Pattison occupying the
seat at his left.
At the conclusion of the banquet proper the
balconies Of the Academy Of Music, holding
about 1900 people, were opened for the ad-
mission of the public. and we're socn filed with
brilliant gathering, mostly ladies in evening
dress: Prominent among the guests was Mrs.
Cleveland. who occupied what is known as the
Mrs. Cleveland box" Her entrance was
when che kissed her hand to her distinguished
husband who sat almost opposite her.
Mr.. Cleveland was greeted with enthusiasm
when hc arose to respond to the toast, The
principles Of true democracy, they are endur-
ing because they are right, and invincible be-
cause they arc just"
The next speaker was Governor-elect Patti
son. who responded to the toast, The common
wealth OF Pennsylvania, her honor is safe in
the virtue Intelligence and independence Of
her people,
Ex-Secretary Of State Bayard responded to
the toast. The federal government-its per-
petuity depends upon the constitutional limita-
tons. He delivered no set speech and his
snort address was mainly eulogistic of the
Cleveland administration.
Congressman Breckenridge Of Kentucky in
responding to the toast, 1.-The new SOUTH"
created much enthusiasm by speech culo-
CYSTIC Of the south. Hon. John E. Russell Of
Massachusetts responded TO New England
her history is Il record of hostility TO unjust
Taxation" The speech making was brought
to close at midnight by Joseph L. McCullen
OF Philadelphia, whose theme was 1.-THE young
democracy-the hope and reliance of the re-
public"
President Thompson read letters of regret
received from prominent men in all rarts of
the country. including Gov. Hill of New York.
massachusetts, democrats celebrated the sew
enty-s1Hth anniversary of the battle of New
orleans and the advent of a democratic gov
ern0r In Boston last night. Brig. Gen. John
W. Corcoran, the new chairman Of the demo-
cratic state committee, gracefully presided.
congressman Rusk. president of the Calumet
Cub OF Baltimore. and heading a committee of
the club, came to Washington yesterday
afternoon and returned with a number Of Con-
gressmen. who assisted the club in having an
enthusiastic celebration Of jackson day."
Jackson Day." the anniversary of the battle
OF New Orleans, was celebrated last night in
New lork by banquet of the Business Mems
Democratic Association. About 200 democrats
uld honor to tho memory of Andrew Jackson.
Regrets were received from Grover Cleveland.
Gov. Hill, w. E.. Russell and Roger Q. Mills
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09
Recovered Her SDeech.

Miss Julia Morris Of Dubuque. Iowa. who
for over year has been unable to articulate.
has just recovered her speech in remarkable
manner. year ago her brother was stabbed
to death before her eyes. She fell in swoon
and lay unconscious for several DAYS. When
she recovered she was unable to make an audi
BILE sound. The other day she was conyersing
with lady. writing her Questions and answers
as usual. when, suddenly and without effort.
she replied, in response to inquiry. Il
don't think So 1t was the first word she had
spoken in year. She is unable to explain how
the gift returned TO her.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09
Alleged Frand In an Insurance Claim.

Louisville life insurance company has re-
tanned counsel in case that is to be tried shortly
in the circuit court. Several years ago Abraham
Cline, who held 5000 policy on his life with
the company. disappeared from his home ut
Scottsburg. Ky. Ar he not heard from for
some months. his family believing him dead.
filed claim against the company for the 5000.
Recently u skeleton WAS found in u cave near
Scottsburg and the family now claim that this
skeleton Is that of Cline. and densnd that the
policy be paid. The company has resisted the
claim on the ground that the skeleton found
was one placed there by the hmily in order to
make a stronger case.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09

pendent member from Jerauld county, nomi-
mated u candidate for q subordinate Office, but
the fusionists all voted against and the repub-
lcans for him. Converse then arose and an
nounced that hereafter he would vote outside
the combination. and is expected to work with
the republicans on senatorial and other politi-
cal questions. He was first choice Of the indie
pendents for speaker. but refused the ofhce.
The fusionists are talking of Speaker Seward
as a candidate for Senator il Trip cannot be
elected. The republicans are organizing thor.
ough1y for the senatorial fight Senator Moody
Is the only candidate as yet, but there is talk
about a dark horse.
MISSOURI
The Missouri general assembly met. at 10
O'Clock yesterday morning. Lieut.. Gov. Clay
Comb called the senate to order and permanent
organization was effected by the election of
W. ID. Anderson president pro tenn. The other
democratic caucus nominees were elected. In
the house the caucus nominations were also
ratified, Hon. W. F. Tuttle being elected speaker
and A. s. Smith chief clerk. The governor will
send In his message today. Senator Vest was
last night unanimously renominated by the dem
ocratic caucus The democrats have an over
whelming majority in the legislature, and Mr..
vest Will be elected beyond doubt.
MAINE.
Both branches Of the state legislature met in
joint convention at IL am. yesterday. The
oath Of office was administered to Gov. Bur-
leigh by the president of the senate and he i'm
mediately proceeded TO read his inaugural adj
dress, which was strong prohibition docu-
ment. After the inaugural the republican can
dldates for state officers were elected as fol-
lows; II. NJ. Sprague. adiutant generals Nicholas
Fessenden, secretary of state, and Charles s.
Littlefeld. attorney general. The election of
state treasurer will take place later in the ses-
sion. The legislature then adjourned till Tues
day.
INDIANA.
The Indiana legislature met yesterday and
the officers chosen by the democratic caucus
last night were sworn in in each house. In the
senate there was an early skirmish on party
lines regarding the seating of Kennedy and
two members elected to succeed two
who had been elected in 1888 to- fill vacancies.
The republicans claimed that those chosen in
1858 were elected for four years, while the
democrats claimed they were only elected for
two wears. The democrats, having ma ority,
carried their point. Mason j. Niback Of Vim
cennes was chosen speaker of the house.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09
Children Burned TO Denfl,.

An accident resulting in the death Of four
children took place yesterday at Potsdam. Ger
many. A married couple who were going on a
visit to Berlin confidei their fou- young chill
dren to the care of Il nurse girl. At o'clock
the girl was induced TO SO out with soldier.
who was her lover. and she left the children
alone. taking the precaution TO place the lamp
on top OF the stove, 50 that it might be out OF
the children reach. 1t liz not known whether
the lamp exploded or whether the children got
1t, but about half an hour after the girl had
gone out a passer-by. perceiving the window
curtains to be attire, ran into the house and
dound the children burned almost to cinders.
The nurse and the soldier have been arrested.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09

CONTINUATION OF POSITIVE
SALE BY AUCTION OF THE BALANCE OF
STOCK OF TOYS, &c. OF
MIR. CHRIS. RUPERT,
REMOVED TO OUR ROOMS FOR CONVENIENCE
OF SALE.
FROM TIE RECENT FIRE ! At Mr.. 1 RuP,
rkkT's STORE, CONSISTS IN PART Of
CARRIAGES AND FUkNIfUkE, GAMES,
SAlCHELS, BIRD CAGES, FANCY GOODS,
Engines, CARS, STATES, HOBBY HORSES
T1SL d BOXES. AND GENERAL AssOkT-
TO-S AND FANCY GOODS
TOO NUMEROUS TO MENTION.
TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION ON MONDAY, JAN
UARY TWELFTH, 1sAl. AT OUR SAILS ROOMS
$40 PENN. AVE. NV,
BEGINNING AT TEN O'CLOCK AM
TO WHICH THE TRADE AND PRIVATE BUYERS
RADCLIFFE. DARR CO..
JaSeZ- Auctoneers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09
Famine in SjIesia

The heartrcnding accounts Of famine in ST.
ies'a continue to horrify everybody. 1t is re-
ported tina: the misery i'll the country ais.ut
Giatz is indescribabie. The cold is mere. ing
ard there is no work nor any money to be mad
In enc parish seventeen children have tieI for
want OF nourishn4ent since Christmas. The
price Of breidstuffs and meat il 20 percent
higher in Bl.,tz than in the mel slbortng AUS
trian provinces. Whole families of wcayers--
father. mother, cliildrcn--can hardly earn one
mark per .iay
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09
A Celebrated VIII Case Settled

settlement has been reached in the Garrett
will case in Illinois Mrs. Irene Garrett left
an estate valued at s25OOOo ana belucathed it
nearly all to her husbands relatives Her own
brother aad sister attempted to break the will.
but have agreed to accept the sum of $1,000
from the more fortunate legatee. The Jury in
the case returned a verdict confirming the
legality OF the will and Charles W. Woiverton
is retained as executor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09

Mrs. L. G. Peters and her ten-year-oId
daughter Agnes were burned to death early
Yesterday morning at their home near Atlanta.
Ga. People Oh the outside who frs. detected
the fire saw four men run away from the build
ing in different directions. The Peters woman
was known 70 have large sum Ct money in the
house and there Is every rel. on u believe that
desperadces from distance had robbed and
murdered the woman and then set fire to tie
house. Bloothounds were secured and mt
upon TIC trail OF the men who were seen run
ming from tie house and they were. tracked N
the railway station, where all trace of them was
lost.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09
STARVATION IN LONDON,
The Public In General Indifferent to the
Call of Charity.

o'h VI Shaftys
dispatch from London saws: The severe
cold weather, which still continues, makes the
distress in the city, which is always great in
winter. even more acute than ever All dav
yesterday the officers Of the Mile End Mission
were besieged by famished crowd ciamoriny
for relief until at last the doors had to be closed
The committee proposes to give free dinners
every day to 1000 children. At four centers ar
rangements are being made for temporary sleep
ing shelters for homeless single men and women
A shop beneath the Doctors Union Office L. be-
ing fitte1 up as food depot. There are almost
tnnumerable instances of men with wives and
families depending on them being out Of work.
some Of the cases Of distress are exceedingly
touching. woman was found ill and helpless
In bed with two little children in the room who
we're crying for food She is not expected to
hve through the night Another case is that
OF a man with wife and five children who are
entirely destitute There is no doubt but that
large amount Of relief is Immediately neces-
sary Meetings of unemployed laborers are
being held IN various parts of the metropolis.
and the men have been parading the streets
with banners and flags.
PLEADING FOR WORK.
At Mile End 400 men held meeting and one
Of their number named Juchan, house painter.
presided He said: 1t is all very well for peo-
pie to say why don't you work II work were
provided thousands would readily rush for it, D."
AZ Tower Hill similar speeches were made by
various workmen. Another procession marched
through the city and went through Oxford
street to HYDE Park. At its head was carried
red and blue banner, which bore the follow
ing inscription:
We demand the right to live; we don't in
tend TO starve."
AT Hyde Park a man named Power said: The
men are not going to be content with basin of
soup. They are determined to have employ-
ment- If they are driven like rats into a cor
ner they cannot be held answerable for their
conduct"
GLOOMY SITUATION
Work at the ROYAL Albert and the Victoria
docks is at present active, there being no fewer
tnan forty-five vessels loading and dischargine
eargoes there, and many OF the men are even
working overtime At the Beckton gas works
al the hands are fully employed. but in gpite
OF the above bits of favorable news the s;tna
ton Is gloomy. The distress in Cownington.
flaisfon. Upton Park. Silyertown and westham
is unusually acute, and hundreds are only one
degree removed from starvation. The local
trsdesmen have responded generously to the
appeals The bakers have been distributing
Dread every day. and the butchers have prom-
lsed the local collectors meat for making SCUM
- long as the hard weather lasts. but the gen
eral puolic have failed 10 respond to the ext
geney Of the crisis. The Magistrates complain
that the poor boxes have been 80 drained that
they are now empty. This is a scandalous re-
proaeh to the wealthier classes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09

The Lawrence home stead. situa sei on the
outskirts of Morgan City. La. was burned at 3
O'Clock yesterday morning. The Hon. VIM. 7.
Darlington, cx-coilector of the port. occupied,
the house and had beer Sc. II there at n late hour
Wednesday night. In the search among the
rui ns yesterday the romans of the unfortunate
gentleman were discovered. An investigation
II going on to determine whether Or rot L. had
been fouily dealt With and tho house fired To
cover up the crime. ii is the general ,upposi-
ton, however. that the affair was accidental.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1891-01-09

DR.. Mary Walker, who was recently reported
~ dying on her farm neur Oswcgo, NY, has
recovered and was in town a day or two ago.
She declares that she will no. die before she
gets her pension Of $4,000 from the govern
ment. She rays there is q great apprehension
In the public mind concerning her claim
against the government. She says that sbo Ia
not asking for pension, but for an appropri.
alton to pay for services rendered and money
expended AZ surgeon in the army, for all of
which she has never been reimbursed.