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Middletown transcript., 1891-08-27

THE Augustine Bridge is still the
topic of conversation among the tax
payers of this section of the county.
There have been many intelligent pro-
tests against the statements made in
an article which appeared in Will
mington paper last week. The people
Of the lower portion Of the county are
opposed to the abandonment Of the
road because they know it to be
necessity. There is DO better reason
for the maintenance of other bridges
in the county than there is for the
maintenance of this one. There is
a principle which underlies the whole
question and which the people Of the
northern end Of the county cannot
afford to ignore. Whenever the pio2-
erty Of the property Of the people is
taxed for the support of conveniences
in the way of bridges and other road
ways all the people taxed are entitled
to the benefits arising from such con-
veniences. If Wilmington is entitled
to bridges over the Christiana and the
Brandywine why should not st
Georges Hundred be entitled to road
over st. Augustine2 The people of
the lower Hundred pay an equal per-
centage Of the tax on the assessed value
Of their property, with people of other
parts of the county and while that is
done there can be no justice in any
action which tends to deprive them of
the benefit arising from the money
which they pay for the support of
county roads.
There is one other phase of the ques-
tion which is worthy of careful consid-
Grafton. The people of Port Penn pay
tax on their property and that property
is Of far greater value while the Angus
tine road is open for travel than when
it is closed. There was time within
the last ten years when man residing
in Port Penn had built up very nice
business and his patrons generally
came from the other side of the bridge;
a great storm carried away part Of the
bridge and the business of this man.
disappeared |; and so it will be with
other merchants who are In business
theres Persons who have purchased
land south Of the bridge and who have
impro5 ataand until the assessed
Middletown transcript., 1891-08-27

The Trunk stock isn't fat al
one time and lean at another
full and complete from year S
end to years end.
A good, strong leather covered
Trunk, well bound with iron,
good lock and hinges, % to 36
inch, SIS to $40.
A better quality at S9 to S12.
Same sizes.
The best quality Saratoga Trunks,
30 to 36-inch, $14 to,S17.
Flat top canvas covered Trunk,
from SIS to $14.
Flat top Dress Trunk, $12 to 81.
Very light weight Trunks leather
bound, with brass mountings,
$12 to $34.
Basket Trunks, S16.5 to $26.
Steamer Trunks, $3.50 to $lO.50.
JOHN WANAMAKER.
Middletown transcript., 1891-08-27

3L -
The mea ant-to-be price and
the fact are far apa 1T in many
of the most wanted woolens.
36-inch All-wool Plaid Chevi-
OTIS, at 37a c. Made to sell
at soc.
36-inch All-wool Cloth
Plaids, ar 37ac. Made to sell
at soc.
5o-inch gray and brown
mixed Tricots, at Soc. Made
to sell at CSC.
3S-inch French Suitings in
quiet stripes and checks, at
CSC. Imported to sell at 85c.
At 75c and ST., imported
Suitings in a great variety of
stripes, plaids and checks, at
25 per cent under value.
One of the little extrava-
gances is to home make Sheets
and Pillow Cases in the face of
such prices as these.
Muslin, bIeachsd-
Pillow Cases, 18c heavier, 20c.
Bolster Cases, Bic heavier, 36c.
Sheets, 2x2t yds, SOC F; heavier, 62c.
Sheets, 2tx24 yds, 62c heavier, 75c.
Middletown transcript., 1891-08-27

No odds what sort of Fur
niture you have in mind the
chances are that it's ready for
you here with less to pay than
you suspect.
, 1891-08-26
TIE LIE G. r A NJ s
ST. GROIN STATION

81. CROIA
New York, August 22nd- London news
states that Her Majesty has reviewed tho
French and British fleets off Spithead. The
adverse weather, however, partially matred
the display.
The British Government has notified China
that in future no British officer will be al
lowed to serve in the Chinese Navy.
A fierce storm is raging in the English
Channel.
1t is understood that Spain will terminate in
July '92 the treaty allowing the products
of Canada to enter the West Indies under the
favored nation treatment.
The Russian papers are pleased at the un-
usual honors accorded to the French feet
which they regard as a proof that England's
intention is to associate with France and
Russia to MAINTAIN the peace instead of join
ing the Dreibund which they claim menaces
the peace.
The Queen has forgone her right to annex
Manipur, and has authorized the Viceroy to
chose a native ruler.
New York Aug 24th-The death is announc-
ed of the Duke Of Cleveland.
Reports from Chill state that General Bal
maceda's forces have been driven back towards
Valparaiso. A fierce battle was fought at Vina
del Mar.
The recent Ukase issued by Russia prohibit
ing the expectation of rye has been extended
to Finland,
The Gear and family and the Queen of
Greece and family have started for Copenha-
gen.
"a building has collapsed in New York caus-
ing the death Of probably 100 persons.
, 1891-08-26
Dear Sir.

00@A OH,
On Wednesday it blew terribly, SO
much SO that re began to be apprehenslve
that we would get a hurricane, and fears were
entertained for the safety Of the men (about 3O)
on the "Steadfast'', the wrecked four-masted
vessel ashore on the south side Of the island,
In the afternoon the lighter, row boat, and
large sailing boat were seen coming ashore,
and some time after it was reported that the
boats had capsized and that some eight or ten
men were drowned.
It was impossible for any attempt to be made
to rescue those on the wreck, as no boat could
live in such seas around that side, and it was
hoped that there would soon be a change in
the weather, when they would then be afforded
help.
On Thursday morning the weather had
abated somewhat, still it was very bad, when
Mr.. Isaac Nathan asked for volunteers to go
to the assistance of the poor fellows, who 1t
was hoped were still alive, but l understand
that it was not until he offered to pay that any
would come forward to offer themselves. While
there is a good deal that is noble in human
nature, there is much of "cussedness' also.
In Mr.. Nathan's noble endeavOur to rescue
these persons his boat capsized and one poor
fellow was unfortunately drowned,
The men at once struck out and reached the
boat, except the one, who Immediately sunk
and was not seen again. He was unable to
swim.
The news of this boat having capsized was
brought to town by some riders, and Mr..
GEORGE FLYNN Immediately ordered his large
boat Town and went to their assistance and res
cuedthem, but for whose timely aid they might
have been drowned, as they were very much
fatigued, having been in the water for about
two hours.
1t was reported that Mr.. Nathan was drown
ed, but happily he is still alive and looking
none the worse for his long sea bath.
The poor fellows on the "Steadfast had
ahard time of it; they came ashore yesterday
ON raft which they managed to make after
their boats parted their mornings.
When l have seen CAPT. JOHNSON | shall
be able to Live an account Of their two days
of peril.
Frederiksted, Dist August 1891.
, 1891-08-26

1t is stated that heavy rains have injured
the grain crops in Sweden and Denmark.
Martinique Aug. 22nd-Ihe official report
states that up to noon to day two hundred and
fifty deaths have occurred, attributable to the
late hurricane. .I.sI"|
New York, August 25th.-The death is an
nounced of the Rt. Hon. Cecil Rabkes, the
Postmaster General. r at-~
Her Majesty the Queen and President Carnot
have exchanged friendly dispatches with
reference to the review of the French feet~
Her Majesty desires to decorate the Presi-
dent, who will visit England in the Spring.
A despatch from Cairo states that Emln
Pasha has defeated the Dervishes and occupied
his old stations in the Equatorial Province.
A quantity of arms and Ivory were captured.
The King and Queen of Denmark and the
Princess of Wales received the Imperial visatSrs
at Copenhagen. ~
New York, August 25th.
Flour, st. Lawrence, pr. brl. 500 -
IDEAL, best brandywine, per. brI. 4.05 -
Heavy Mess Pork, per brl. 1O-l04
New Seasons Pork, per brl 114-l2
Crystals, per ID. 37-l6
sugar F. to &. +. per Id 3 o
English Islands MOlasses not quoted. rises
Exchange New York and London 4.835
London, August 25th.
(Demerara Crystals pr ewt0 It's Oh
Sugar : MuscOvadO pr cwt Us Sd.
German Beet e. 13s 81.
Demerara Rum pr gaI.2s- I'd to Is 81
Trinidad Cocoa pr cwt G3 Is. OIL.
OOnsols, ex-intereSt 06.E-15-16
Bank Of England rate OF Discount q pr c
Liverpool Cotton, Middling uplandpr. Id Il
Three pr, c. Rentes in Paris 95 40
, 1891-08-26

II is hereby NAL, known that on
account of the repairing of the
bridge at Fair Plain all traffic on the
Southside Road from the road by
Annaberg going North to the road
passing Estate Adventure will be
stopped until further.
Road Commission, St. Oroix Oath August
1891.
DITLEV DITLEVSEN.
, 1891-08-26

~ The performance Of the CANTATA
advertised for yesterday evening was unavoid-
ably postponed ON account of rain, and will
take place, weather permitting, on Thurs
day (to-morrow) evening.
, 1891-08-26

We very much regret to say thar a teIe-
gram was received here yesterday after
noon announcing the death in Martinique
OF Beatrice Berne, the youngest daughter Of
thelate Mr.. Sigismnnd Berne. Weunderstand
that she was a victim Of the hurricane
which ragged There on Tuesday night. We
extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family
of the young lady here, who have been thus
so suddenly and painfully afflicted.
, 1891-08-26

From Lighi1ourne's Mail Notes, 2~lstAug0st)
His Excellency Governor Arendrup, Mrs.
Arendrup and Miss Arendrup arrived here
by the Royal Mail steamer last evening,
We are happy to say that His ExcellenGy
and his family are in tke enjoyment OF
excellent health.
, 1891-08-26

The Agricultural and Industrial Exhibi-
ton as opened yesterday by His Honor the
Police Master and proved a tremendous sue
cess. Throngs of ladies, gentlemen anil chill
dren were present at the opening, and outside
the Park there assembled a concourse OF spec
tatOrs whose behaviour was most orderly.
In the evening crowds of people again cram
med the Theatre, which, as also the Park, was
brilliantly illuminated. The weather was
delightful, and, as in the daytime, everything
passed off with unalloyed pleasantmoss. On
Saturday we hope to be able to furnish a full
account of this interesting Exhibition, which,
we have been informed, will remain open
tonight and tomorrow night from 3 ito IL
o'clock, on which latter occasion it is expected
that His Excellenoy Governor Arendrup will
be present and distribute the prizes. We are
further asked to state that tonight the en-
trance fee will be 10 and 5 cents for adults and
children respectively, and to morrow night
25 and 10 cents. The scene to night will be
enlivened by two bands of music, and there
will likewise be grand illuminations.-Tidende
18Th August,
Owing to the heavy rains the Exhibition
could not remain open last night; but it Is
intended to hold the concluding ceremonies
to night at same time and place with entrance
Of 25 and 10 cents for adults and children re-
spectively. At eight O'Clock there will be
grand illumination and display of coloured
lights in the Park, and there will also De plen-
ty of music. At nine the distribution of prizes
and Certificates of Honorable Mention takes
place. A list of the prize winners will be post
ed outside the Theatre and those parties are
requested to present themselves to the Secretary
before 81 o'clock. Should the weather be pro
pitious an enjoyable time will be passed, and
those who have not as yet visited the Exhlbi-
ton should embrace this opportunity, as 1t Is
the last.-St. Thomas BulletiH goth August
, 1891-08-26

81 lines of rain were recorded at the Fort
on Monday morning, g yesterday, and 81 this
morning.
, 1891-08-26

At Orange Grove Estate, near this town,
173 lines of rain were measured yesterday
morning.
, 1891-08-26

Once again the working or
the st. Thomas Agricultural and Industrial
Exhibition can congratulate themselves
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-11-10
THE OUTLOOK FOR UNIlERsAL PENNY POSTAGE
THOUGHT HERSELF STILL IN SLAVERY.

Kansas City, Nov. o (speciaD.-The Court of Appeals
to-day rendered decision in remarkable case. !!
the of Eda Hiciam. an old coloIed woman,
against The estate Of Joseph Ilckam, of Moniteau
County, No. Eda q slave tho farm of Joseph
Hickam at the close of the war; but told
that she had been freed. and for twenty-f years
she worked for the family. believing herself TO be
still The property of Hickam. In every conceivable
manner and by the exercise Of great precautions
Hckam able to keep the fact Of her freedom from
hcr After IIicKam's DEATH in 1889. the woman re-
ceived the first inking that she had not been slave
and that she had been illegally restrained of her
liberty. Through the advice OF friends she brought suit
against the estate of her former master for services
for twenty four years and i've days. at the rate of
IS a month. This amounted to S1,44O IS. To Eda
awarded one-haf of this tmount but appeal TO
the Circuit Court the decision was reversed. Eda
brought the 10 the Court OF Appeals, and to-day
the court handed down decision reversing the lever
courts decision, and remanding the Tor trial.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-11-10
THE UESTERN DROUTH BROKEN.
WELCOME RAINS OVER THE GREAT WHEAT
GROWING STATES.


Kansas City, Nov. 9.As result OF recent rains In
Southern Central and Western Kansas, the wheat
i, in Il good condition. Fall wheat is not all in yet
and reports from all portions OF the state represent the
acreage to be by far the greatest in the history Of the
State
St. Paul, Nov. 0.-Iast nights reports from North
ern Minnesota and North Dakota indicate that
morning II is so general in North Dakota that no
thesing will be done for several days. There Is
however, little grain in shock and the damage will bs
slight The grain In stack will not be injured. Fall
poughing will be delayed few days but the ground
h in excellent condition, far better than for many
wears, presaging a great crop in 1892.
Madison, Wis, Nov. 0.The continued rainfall for
the last two days has had good effect wheat in the
State With the exception Of local and slight rains
the period OF dr0uth has been unbroken since the time
OF seeding and as a consequence the grain did not
sprout well. The OF winter wheat sowed this fall
is fully a. large rs last year. The rain will also
facilitate fall ploughing. which has been largely
neglected on account Of drouh.
Indianapolis Nov. 9.-The severe drouth that
has prevailed in Indiana for several months has been
partially relieved by the showers OF the last few days
that have been general throughout the State.
Bloomington. H., Now 0.-The drouth which has
prevailed through Central Illinois since June last has
beea broken By heavy rains. Farmers have been com
nelled TO haul water for livestock and household pur
noses for some time and on account OF the pastures
giving out they obliged TO begin feeding stock
two months earlier than usual. Wells, clsterns and
streams throughout this section had gone dry.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-11-10
BEMEGIyG SATAN rs HIS CITADEL.

Chicago, Nov. 9.-Thc salvation arny Of Chicago,
with reinforcement, from all the important cities Of the
Northwest took possession OF the public streets tonight
and be gan tsrce days Siege of ,aan's Notifications.
TO night some 200 % the soldiers conseGael at the
Michigan Central depot t. meet La Maechalc Booth
Clbborn the beautiful young commander of the French
and swiss forces Ballngton Booth commander OF the
United states troops, and saf Captain Blanche Rous
sell Peyron, who is Mrs. Clbborns secretiry. Upon
their arrival those assembled formed In line and
marched through tne principal streets. Tho reception
to them tonight exceedingly demonstrative
affair. Flaming torches carried by the marchers
while the noise made by lnnumerable bands ard shout
Ing salvation people struck terror to the hearts OF
Sstans hosts.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-11-10
A COMPETITOR FOR FLORIDA PHOSPHATE.

Charleston, :. c., Nov. (Speeiall.-A sehsauoh
was created here to-day by the publication of dis
patch from Ottawa, Announcing Iise Of 81 ton on
Canadian phosphate rock and intimating that this
rise signifies the collapse of the Florida phosphate
BOOM Charleston people have invested a large
amount of capital in Florida phosphate enterprises and
these men do not credit the statement. They say
that a meeting Of Florida phosphate owners VIII DO
held at Ocaa on fovember 49, at which time 1t is
probabe that syndicate will be formed 10 regulate
tbe output and the price Many OF the smaller
cOmpanles In Florida have ceased operation altogether
while tho number Of workmen has been decreased III
some OF the large mines.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-11-10
A Rim ON BANKS IN BERLIN.
ALL DEMANDS MET-THE FEELING NOW ou1ETER
THE BANK OF SPAIN.

ALL DEMANDS MET-THE FEELING NOW ou1ETER
THE BANK OF SPAIN.
Berlip Nov "a large number OF the customers
of the great banking firms in Lepzger Strasse alarmed
nv the recent fixtures of Hrschfeld Woh ana fIledT
lander e. Sommerfeld. today visited the bankers ana
withdrew their deposits There was great excitemeho
among the depositors and il found necessary 10
detail a number Of policemen for the special purpose
of keeninr the crowd in order. There was run upon
the hanks generally All demands were met, how
ever and this fact tended in great measure 10 alay
the excitement. The feeling is now becoming quletsr
The North German Gazette" says that the reacuoh
against Russian stocks is due to the fact tia' frce
has within three years been flooded with four mards
in Russian securities, and that the decline IN the
value of the rouble traceabe TO the failure OF uo
Russian harvest.
The gourse here to-day was less excited and the
movement in foreign securities was insgnihcant
rbere We're no new disclosures of difficulties among the
local speculators and the prices of shares dealt in on
the Bourse were irmcr. ,
Paris Now 9.-The Bourse to-day closed win an
extremely uneasy feeling Three per cent rentes for
money were down IS centimes, and for the account
10 centimcs Spanish securities showed decline OF
IA per cent, which largely owing to sellihg
orders from London combined with report that the
negotiations for loan between the Bank OF sp;n ana
the Rothschilds had been ruptured.
Madrid Nov 0.-At a council OF the management OF
the Bank of spain, held to-day, 1t was decided 10 ise
the rate of interest on loans Government STOCK 10
4 Q per cent. 1t was also decided to commune 10
dsconnf ninety-day bills at per cent The council
authorized the governor OF the bank 10 CONTRACT abu
for a gold loan of so 600 900 pesetas
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-11-10
THE PRINCE OF WALES FIFTY YEARS OLD
A GOLD CIGAR BOX FROM THE THEATRICAL
PROFESSION AMONG. HIS GIFTS.

London Nov. S.-Ths day the ffaeth ami.
verSary Of the birth Of the Prince OF Wales The occs
sion celebrated in quiet manner at Sandrlngham
large number of congratuatory letters and kilograms
were received by the Prince and many presents have
been forwarded to him from various parts Of Great
Britain and the Continent.
The Prince of Wales, through his patronage OF
various London theatres has done much to make the
success OF numerous plays produced at those places
and the managers and actors desrous of showing
in some way their appreciation. Some time ago
movement started among the dramatic profession
looking 10 tie formation of fund to purchase pres
ent be given to the Prince to-day. The subscrlp-
tons to the fund poured in rapidly and those having
the affair in hand decided upon gold cigar box as
token OF their regard. To-day Sir Augustus Harris
John Hare Mr.. Bancroft, Beerbohm Tree and D'Oyly
Carte representing the theatrical profession went
from this city 10 SandringhRm where they privately
presented their gift 10 the Prince. The present Is
superb specimen of the goldsmith's art. 1T Weighs
100 ounces. and the value of the metal alone Is great
The top OF the box surmOunted by the three ostTch
feathers forming the coat Of arms OF the Prince OF
Wales, set with diamonds
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-11-10
MR.. BALFOUR BIDS THE FORCE FAREWELL.
HIGH PRAISE FOR THE ROYAL IRISH CON-
eTABULARY.

Dublin. N0v. 9.-Mr Balfour today reviewed the
Royal Irish Constabulary stationed in this city, After
the review he bade farewell to the force In speech IN
the course of which he said that during his tenure OF
Office the consabuary had done much for the pub
lie service that ii given to few Irish secretaries to
speak with authority on the subject than himself
Few Of tho former occupants of the office had served in
more troublous periods than he, and few had seen
tested more severely the loyalty, discretion forbear-
ance and energy Of the and officers comprising the
coustabuIary Mr.. Balfour declared that he was re-
joced TO know sat the e:ceucy and popularity OF tho
force was never greater than at present The men hsd
shown zeal equally in protecting politicians fron tho
attacks Of their opponents and the solitary tenant rom
organized intimidation.
In conclusion, Mr. Balfour said that IN severne MS
connection with Irish matters he looked back with
pleasure upon the kindness he had received 1rom AL
classes of the Irish people From class had he had
more kindness than from the police force lie e4-
pressed the hope that the day was far distant when
anythiDg would be to change the constitution OF
the force or to destroy the corps OF which not Ony
ireland but the whole United Kingdom had reason 10
he prOud.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-11-10
THE PLAN TO BLOW UP THE APIA JAIL.
STATEMENT OF THE MAN WHOM BARON Won
PILsACH SOUGHT TO ENGAGE TO


PILsACH SOUGHT TO ENGAGE TO
DO THE ACT.
San Francisco, Nov 9-Captain T. G.. Cushman who
has recently returned here from Apa. confirms the
story regarding the attempt to blow up the calaboose
at Apia with giant powder. lie says that he Is the
person whom Baron Pilsach wanted to engage for
that purpose. Lieutenant Ullspar who is prevae secre-
tsry TO the Chief Justice OF the ma
tive amy and CHEF OF police, called Captain Cnshman
and said that Baron Pilsach wanted him to come
ashore and bring battery and box Of dynamite with
which to blow up the jail and five native chiefs held
In 1t prisoners Cushmsh promptly refused Ulspar
then tried to parey with Cushman and the latter sent
him with note to Vic< Consul Blackjack. The latter
protested against the commission Of such nhumanity
Won Fssch gave the motive for his project that he
afraid the five imprisoned chiefs would be rescued
by natives Of Monona and he thought that the act
would strike terror into their hearts.
AS Won Pilsach was bent on completing the project
Blackjack spread the news of the proposed action, and
the foreigners all protested The Baron was dissuaded
from his rarpoe, and, in order 70 relieve himself OF
the odiu asserted that Captain Backlock advised him
to adopt that Then the colony turned TO
Blackjack who explained satisfactorily his connection
with the affair.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-11-10
4 PENNSYLVANIA MURDER WITHOUT 4 MOTIVE.

Port Jervls y. V. Nov. "a young farm laboTer.
Simon p. Field. entered the premises of G. F. David
an aged resident Of Green Township. Pike County.
Penn. on Thursday last armed with a shotgun. As
David opened the door, Field discharged the contents
Of the gun full in his face lie Will probably die. Field
then shot the wife Of the injured in the face but
her wound is not fatal. lie fled down the road and
meeting a son Of Mr.. David shot at him. inurng him
slightly. Field lives in Dreher Township. Wayne
County Penn. He was arrested Saturday. He
asserted had recollection OF what had hap
pcned. lie had been drinking heavily for some days.