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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
"Knocking-out" Matches No Go,

10y 70 EII0 0l1P'-
New YORK, December 26.-Superinten-
dent-of-Police Murray announced to-day
that as attempts had been made TO get up
in this city so-called knocking.out |"
matches, which were prevalent some time
AGO but which were stamped out. he In
tends to prevent the contests between Nit
chell and Corbett and between Maher and
Dempsey in the fashion proposed. The
Superintendent says he cannot and does
not desire TO prohibit sparring matches,
but prize-fighting he will stop.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27

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, clesnses the sys-
tenn etiectually, 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 &C.
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 Doc
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 FLO SYRUP co.
SAN FRANCISCO. Cal.
LOUISVILLE. ~. NEW Yoax. Nv
us 1-su, wtw,&Flctpscofrl
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
HIa nv n stray Hullet.

Yesterday afternoon about Ais o'clock,
while Mr.. A. j. Staude, who lives at 1910
west Nam street. was driving down Floyd
avenue in his carriage. in which were also
his nurse and one of his children. and
when he had nearly reached the corner of
Laurel, bullet fired from parlor rifle
struck the nurse tSusan Taylor, colored).
penetrating her right arm. The ball was
extracted by DIR. f. j. Mosley. There IS
no clue regarding who did the shooting,
but il is supposed that it was accidental.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
FIGHT WITH PRISONERS.
PIucky Resistance of a sheriff and His
wtfe-The Sheriff's Wounds.
tBy telegraph to the DIspatch.l


OLATHE, KAN, December 26.--The pri-
sopers in tho county Jail in this city made
an attempt last night to kill Sheriff Eas-
dale and escape. but were prevented by
the timely appearance OF Mrs. Easdale,
who locked the outside doors, and the
pluck of tho Sheriff. who was on the inside
locked ~ and fighting for life with six of
the prienners. When assistance reached
him IL was found that the Sheriff had three
long gashes in the head. one just below
the right eye, and another on the LETT
cheek. The wounds were dressed, and he
rests easy today.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27

this church.
The meeting for young men Of the
ing this afternoon promises to be very
ENJOYABLE occ aston. Rev. ysbez Hall. ID. d..
has kindly consented to address the meet.
ing. and appropriate music will be render
ed by the famous male quartette-M essrs.
william s. Henning. Horace +. smith. -.
r. Bennett, and p. X. Greenwood. MI.
Shepherd Webb will preside OF the piano,
and large attendance Is expected.
The Board of Directors of the Method
let Sunday School Society will hold their
regular meeting at Broad-Street cnufcn
this afternoon at $50 o'clock.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
A Fratricide Dies In Prison.
fav tsIa~vsoh IN thu Dfxnatch. 4

CoxcoRD, N. H., December 26.-Isaac
Sawtelle, who murdered his brother Hiram,
died of apoplexy in his cell at the State
prison this morning.
In response to sentiment that has rap
idly become . fixed conviction IN the
minds Of many citizens Of Concord that
the death Of Eawtslls resulted from poison.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
FIGHT WITH A TRAlN-ROBBER.
One Officer of the Law Killed and Two Of
the Robbers Gang Wounded.
lBy telegraph 10 tho Dispetch.l

FRESNO. CAL, December 26. - Grattan
Dalton, the fugitive traln-robber who
escaped from Visalia Jail last September,
was oyertaken by officers in the mountains
yesterday. and in desperate fight one OF
the officers was killed and two of the rob-
ber-gang were wounded. Dalton escaped
unhurt. He was convicted of robbing the
Southern Pacific ct Alila, IN Tulare county,
last January.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
The Field Lunacy Case.

lby Telegraph 10 tne DSpacn-i
WHITE PLAINS. N. Y. December 25.--At
the special term of the Supreme Court
frmed the findings OF the jury and inqui-
sition which on Wednesday last adjudged
Edward NJ Field to DO insane. His wife,
Clara l.. Field. was appointed TO take
charge Of his personal and landed estate.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
The weather.

IBy teIegranh % The Dlspatch.I
f WASHINGTON, d. O.. December
ItLIp I26.-Forecast for Virginia Fair
wv" weather Sunday and Monday and
much colder. The Temperature will
fall about so degree by Sunday night
high northwest winds.
For North Carolina: Fair weather SUM-
day and Mondoy, preceded by showers in
eastern portion; colder north winds, with
a cold wave.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
rrxERAL oP CHARLES E. sNEAp.
na.t, os Throe Aged Women.

There have been three deaths at the Lit
tie Sisters of the Poor Ill the last two days;
All of the deceased Were quite aged and
all wereinmates of the institution. Bridget
Bercan, the oldest. was said to be ninety
seven years of age. The. other two who
passed away were Camelia Leinosy ana
MARGARET Davis, aged respectively, eighty
a,r and saVenfV.tMO Xears.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
GEN. w. RAYMOND LEE DEAD.
He Had Reason to Remember Richmond.
HIS Military Record.
nv telegraph 30 the Dlspatcn. ]

Wy 'V1'tFtEFEI " VIZ "f7@-"'1'I
BosroN, Mass, December 26.-General
W, Raymond Lee died this morning /; aged
eighty-seven. He leaves TWO daughters.
who are at present in Washington, ID. o.,
but have been notified OF their fathers
death. General Lee was o graduate of
West Point, served in the Mexican war
and in the corps Of engineers, United
States army. In 1861 he was commits
stoned colonel of the Twentieth Massachu-
setts infantry and was captured at Balls
Bluff and confined for months as hostage
in the Richmond Jail. Upon his release he
pointed oy Governor Andrew chief engi-
neer, with the rank of brieadier- general.
on his staf
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27

Mayor Clapp this afternoon advised Prison.
Physician Clark to make careful inyesti-
CATION TO ASCERTAIN whether the widely
circulated rumor has any foundation in
fact, and TINS DR.. Clark intends to do.
Sawtelle wis to have been hanged January
8. 1907
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
Fatal RAILWAY Accident.

by telegraph 10 The Dispatcb.I
MARQUETTE, MIcH., December 26. "A COL
tween two freight trains on the Duluth,
South Shore and Atlantic railway. by
which two men were instantly killed and
q third fatally injured.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
THE RAM fATgy.yT.

NEW YORK, Decent Weekly bank state.
Increase. s6,4l5, 200; specie, increase, ,952.-
200: legal-tenders, Increase, s55s,400; de-
posts, Increase. sS,76s,300 (; circulation, in
crease, els, 100. The banks now hold el9, 49,
025 in excess Of the requirements OF the rs per
cent. rule.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27

Tnr WEATHER IN RICHMOND YESTERDAY
was cloudy and rainy IN the morning and
night, followed by fall in temperature
and clearness at night. The indications at
midnight pointed to pleasant weather for
to-day.
Range Of the thermometer at the 'front.'
door OF the DISPATCH Office yesterday:
G A. M...,......... ................O
A. M ....... .....-.-.ss.....''. '-'''Co
~ VI .....................' s'''''s..'Vo
j 4. M. .......''''.'.'''''Vo
8 L. M...............-....'
Midnight. ............ .....,....... 30
Mean temperat,lre 81 t-6
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
THE GRIP IN MONTREAL.
IL Claims Thousand yictims-New Symp-
toms Now Developed.
nv Telegraph 10 tho Dispatch.

[By Telegraph 70 tho Dtspatch.I
MONTREAL, December 26.--La grippe has
a firm foot-bold in Montreal and now
claims / 1000 cases. 1t affects its victims in
a way different from that which has OBJ
tanned heretofore. producing pains IN the
stomach and hea1ache. followed by weak
ness in the lower limbs. but the attack
only lasts in most cases from four days to
two weeks. The street.. ailway company.
the police force, and the fire brigade ara
the biggest sufferers. Out of 375 men on
the police force IS are laid up with It.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
All on rHr INMATES sAyKp.

DETROIT, Mich. December 26.-Reports
from the insane asylum tirs at Pontiac arc
meagre as TO particulars. butit is said all
Of the 400 inmates are saved. The last re-
ports are that the whole structure IS
doomed. Ths loss will be about s750,o0O
To thu State.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
h. A. SHEPHERD,
Captain and Adjutant,
soLpIEns TO BANQUET AND FRoLIC.

bOLDIEHS TO BANQUET MD fhULIU'
The Richmond Howitzers will celebrate
the last of the old year and th incoming
of the new December 3lsD by an enter
tainment at their armory on that night,
10 consist of music, dancing, and supper.
The members are expected 10 appear In
fatigue uniform.
a banquet will be given at Zimmermann's
tomorrow night at $3.50 o'clock by "F'
COMPANY. The Veteran Association will
be the guests OF the company.
Rev. j. Y. bowman, chaplain of the
First regiment of cavalry. will preach TO
this command at All Saints church this
morning and special music will DO rem
dered.
The Armory will be closed, during the
HOLIDAYS.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
sPxAKea CRISP CONFINED 70 $40
He HAS the Orig. ssd ais TkrsAe nee
Been Attacked.



/. wasuyarox. u. c.. December - =
Sneaker Criso 4 confined 70 his bed With
the erip. There Is no particular cheuGe
in his condition end no serious spprehen-
sion Is felt, but he 10 greatly exhausteos
Mrs. Crisp. with her two. younger chill
dren, arrived last night and will remain ~
Washington during the s.ss'o b., ~ ~
fact that the grip has attacked his throat,
and he suffers from coughing spells when
disturb his rest and exhaust him.
Christmas-day being over makes no dill
ference in the appearance OF the thrifty
business our neighbor, Mr.. Julien Binfofds
Is doing. His store Is filed with new end
attractive goods, which demaEd attention
from everybody. il02 east Main street V
his number.
His " Faultless" brand of Flour Is un-
surpassed
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
An Insane Asylum Burned.

PONTIAC. MrcH., December GA fire
broke out IN the north wing of the insane
asylum at II O'clock to-day and Is still
burning. The flames, famed by heavy
north wind. are rapidly reaching the
centre of the building. and it will be o
miracle if the whole structure is not de-
stroyed. Assistance has been asked for
from Detroit and other neighboring
towns. The inmates of the north wing
were removed with great difficulty.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27

Friday afternoon small boy named
Otto Cook. who lives about q mile from
Manchester, met with very painful acci;
dent. He was running across the yard and
lost his footing. He tell on his left arm,
fracturing that member between the elbow
and the wrist.
The youth was brought to DIR. Thomas
p. Matthew's Office. where his arm was SET
and bandaeed. The last reports rom the
little fellow were that he was resting
quietly.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1891-12-27
rHE cAr-oy EXPLODED.

Willie Haynes, the thirteen-year-oid son
OF Mr.. William Haynes. who lives on sixth
and Everett streets. met with a painful
accident Friday. He was firing of small
cannon and 1t exploded little sooner
than he expected. His face was badly
burned. DIR. William P. Mathews was
summoned and rendered the necessary
medical attention. Yesterday morning
his face was swollen TO such an extent that
ba ua hla n
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
FRESH FROM THE WIRES

Verestchegin, the Russian pain ter,
has started from New York on a
steamer and his actions lead to the
belief he is insane.
In San Francisco, Sara Bernhardt's
pet servant Angelo disobeyed
orders and got into the scene shifters'
way. He was insolent and was
knocked out. Sara took hand with
her tongue in French, but as nobody
understood her, was allowed to cool
off and resume her playing.
An Italian named Micheal Rose, sin
passing some girls and young men: in
Newark, n. J. felt insulted at re-
marks he overheard. drew knife
and pursued. Two young men in
protecting the girls were fatally
stab bed by the villain. He was ar
rested.
Waco grand jury has returned "a
indictments against prominent par
ties for alleged municipal frauds.
Chilian insurgents have captured
Carrigal and Caldera, and are advanc-
ing on Capeapo.
On receiving the news that Mrs.
Eaton's injuries were not so serious,
President Harrison, her relative, says
he will not change his plans Of jour
neying.
A. w. Covington, cashier of the
Farmers and Traders Bank, Mont.
gomery City, Mo-, has mysteriously
disappeared, and q shortage of nearly
5000 Is believed to be left. The
bank has closed.
Over the result of the democratic
contest In Montgomery, Ala, for may
or, the citizens had hard work and
great fun. One prominent politician
paid wheelbarrow bet.
President Harrison's sister, Mrs.
Eaton, who was injured in runaway,
10 resting easily in Cincinnati.
War ships Pigeon and Brisk,
English navy, leave Zanzibar with
sealed orders.
In the Birmingham, Ala, G. A. r.
state encampment today, so delegates
were present. DIR. s. Bullock was re-
elected department commander.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
Notice to Debtors and Creditors.
The STATE OF TEXAS,
COUNTY OF BEXAR.

The STATE OF TEXAS,
COUNTY OF BEXAR.
To all persons indebted 10 or holding
claims against the estate Of Judy Burton,
deceased:
The undersigned having been duly APP
pointed administrator OF the estate of
indy Burton. late of said Bexar county,.
deceas I'd, by S. w. McAllister, County
Judge of the county court Of said county,
on the oath day of March, A. ID. 1891,
during a regular term thereof, hereby
notifies al persons indebted to said estate
10 come forward and make settlement,
and those having claims against said es
tate to present them to him at his resi-
dence, in the city of San Antonio, Bexar
county. Texas. where he receives his
mail.
Witness my hand, this oath day of April,
A. D., 1891. j. r. DAVIS,
Administrator Of the estate of Judy
Burton, deceased
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
May Day Demonstrations.

ROME, April 27.-The government
has decided to allow orderly meetings
on May Day of the workingmen Of
this city and elsewhere in Italy. The
government, however, has issued
instructions vigorously prohibiting
the workingmen from marching in
procession, and has announced that
If seditious speeches are made at any
Of the meetings the latter will be
promptly suppressed by the police
The fall regulations for the Italian
May Day meeting will be issued by
the government tomorrow.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
Florida's Bill.

TALLAHAssEE, April PA bill
pending in the Legislature provides
for a tax of one mill for 1891 and 1892,
one third to 60 to the Bureau of Inn
migration and the remainder for an
exhibit at the Worlds Fair in Chi
cago. 1t is estimated that this will
give about $l24, 900, which will put
Florida in good shape to make cred
liable exhibit.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
No Snide Show.

MILWAUKEE, April I'D. M. Ben
iamip. one of the two Wisconsin MEM
bers of the Worlds Fair Commission,
has forwarded his resignation to Gov
Peck. 1t was . short and decisive
document, and in it Mr.. Benjamin
boldly stated that he declined to-
serve because the State Legislature
had appropriated such . niggardly
not properly be represented nj the
coming exposition. He declares that
the sum appropriated by the legisla-
ture, $65, 900, will allow Of no more
than the establishment Of State head
quarters, and he does not propose to
be associated with side show.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
Drowned Out Peru.

PANAMA, April 1s.-Reports from
Peru tell of unprecedented rains and
disastrous floods. In the department
of Libertad alone the losses are put at
81, 900, 900. Heavy damage has also
been caused in North Peru, where
rain seldom falls.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
Goes Over the Road.

PARIS, KY, April 27.-Hugh Clay,
who forged his grandfather's name
for $4,000, today pleaded guilty to
four indictments, and was given two
years in the penitentiary in each case.
There are fifteen more indictments
against HIM. Matt Hume, the grand
father, who is ninety years old, sat in
court with bowed head while the sem
tence was being passed.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
Dominion Mining Lands.

TRoNTo, April H.-In the Ontario
Legislature Saturday night the Com
missioner Of Crown Lands entered into
an exhaustive resume of the history
of mining developments in this pro-
vince. He said that about 100000
acres of mining lands has been sold
since the confederation.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
Anaconda Transfer.

New YORK, April T.-William
Keyser, president of the Baltimore
Copper company, will sail from Now
York for Europe on may s to transfer
the Anaconda mines to . syndi-
cate represented by the Rothschilds.
The deal had been in progress for
some time. The price agreed upon
for the mines IL SIS, 600, 900.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
Russian Grip.

ST. PETERSBURG, April 27.-Grip IL
spreading in South Russia. One hun
dred and fifty deaths are reported.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
Poor Canada,

OTTAWA, April 27.-Canads liberal
press is roasting Sir John Mcdonald
because Canada is now cut off from
direct mail communication with
Great Britain and receives it's mail
through the port of New York.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
Don't Like Bismarck.

BgRLIN, April H.-William has
taken out of the hands of Prof. Won
Sybel the work Founding of the
German Empire, and has put it into
the hands of Prof. Lehman, an enemy
of Bismarck. Sybel was making Bis
msrck too conspicuous to please the
kaiser.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
Chance for a Poor Man

To get home. A new two-room house,
on two fine lots, 50x130 feet each, blocks
from street car line, near Laurel Heights.
Price 81, 100; y half cash. Apply to Jno.
L. Hambleton & Co. 4-ltf
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
Pocket Savings,

CHICAGO, April 27.-Three suits
have been begun against the Magic
Introduction company, of New York,
and George G. Card, of this city, re-
lating to the dime pocket savings
hanks
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
Good bye Saints.

WHEELING. w. Va, April o.
The farmers of Lincoln county are
clearing out the Mormons who have
been doing missionary work there
for . year past, and threaten them
with death If they return.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
Hold Carriers Strike.

PITTsBURG, Pa, April 27.-The
hod carriers at work on buildings
where stone masons were locked out
struck this morning against the lock-
out. About one-third the mbers
are out.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27

The Fair Strike is Over.
CHICAGO, April 27.-The strike at
Jackson Park is over for the present,
and all the men needed are at work.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
LATEST TELEGRAPHIC.
AssocIATEDuPREss DISPATCHES
AND STATE SPECIALS.
vero THE TIME OF GOING TO PRES S
A La. Failure.

A La. Failure.
MINDEN, La, April, 27.-The large
mercantile establishment of NJ. M. S.
Mackenzie, of this place, was closed
by attachment this morning by
Chaffe, Powell & West, of New Or
leans, for sos, 900.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
Nav Day Holiday,

BRUNN, Austria, April H.-The
master weavers of this city hav,
agreed to allow their employees tt
have q whole holiday on May Day.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
To BE at Chicago,

BERLIN, April 27.-It is announced
that the German government will
shortly apply to the federal council
for an appropriation to enable Germa-
ny to properly participate in the
Worlds fair at Chicago in 1898.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
John Talks Business.

LISBON, April 27.-The Portuguese
cabinet, under pressure of Lord Sails
bury's ultimatum has given consent
to the free passage of the Pungawee
river.
San Antonio daily light. [volume] (San Antonio, Tex.) 1886-1907, 1891-04-27
international @. @.

LONDON, April Encouragement
for the international Congregational
Council have been completed. There
will be 120 delegates from the United
States,
The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1891-09-16
Consumption Cured.

An old physician, retired from
having had placed in his
hands by an East India missionary
the formula of q simple vegetable
remedy for the speedy and perma-
nent cure for Consumption, Brou-
chitis, Catarrh, Asthma and all
throat and Lung Affections, also .
positive and radical cure for Ner.
vous Debility and all Nervous Com.
plsints, after having tested its won
derful curative powers in thousands
of cases, has felt his duty to make 1t
known to his suffering fellows. Ac-
tuated by this motive and q de-
sire to relieve human suffering, l
will send free Of charge, to all those
who desire it, this recipe, in Ger
man, French or English, with full
directions for preparing aud using
Sent by mail by addressing with
stamp, naming this paper. W. A,
MOVES go Powers Block, Roches-
ter, NY. 2S-lyr