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Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12
THE MISSING CERTIFICATES.
The States Union National Bank Stock
Certificate Surrendered to James S.
Buckmaster, October 3ist, lS4S--What
the Banks Records Disclose.

The States Union National Bank Stock
Certificate Surrendered to james S.
Bucknaster, October 3ist, lSIS--What
the Banks Records Disclose.
The first trace of the States missing
bank stock securities has been brought to
light by John III. Dandy, cashier of the
Union National Bank. Through search
OF the records of the institution covering
q period of nearly half century, Mr..
Danny discovered that on October 31st,
1913, certificate No. 4S6 had been issued
by the bank to James S. Buckmaster
The minute set forth that the State had
purchased 1911 shares of the bank stock,
for which it paid at the original pur-
chase and a subsequent payment-as
shown by note in the minutes-$25
per share additional This brought the
States investment in every share of
stock to the full par value of $50 per
share, and that it was at that time the
only holder who had paid more than
1926 of the original subscription; the
State was allowed double the amount in
dividends granted other holders on each
share.
BY subsequent act Of Legislature
the par value OF the shares was reduced
to S25 and the quantity of stock doubled.
The State in accordance with this
amendment retained its original invest
ment and just doubled its holdings, 254
shares.
The stub Of the record book shows
that the stock was purchased for the
school fund and James S. Buckmaster
signed the receipt as trustee of the
school fund, which post he presumably
held by virtue of his office Of State
treasurer, Previous to October 3fst,
lS4S, there appear minutes in the records
OF transfers of stock from three or four
individuals to the school fund Estate of
Delaware) bearing the signature of w.
y. NAPLES Tits further shown that on
October 31st, 1S4S, the four and q frac
ton certificates were surrendered by
James 5. Buckmaster and in their stead
certificate No 1856 was issued. This
related to the ownership Of
1T shares of stock which were subse-
quently doubled by the charter amend
ment as previously stated
1t is, therefore, shown that the Union
National Bank has not possession of the
missing certificate, and the inquiry |
arises as to where it is at present. 1t is |
generally thought that it was taken for |
deposit in the Farmers Bank at Dover,
md SO carefully bestowed with other
md similar documents that it has not
been discovered.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12
TnOM4N WOKREL1.
Death of a Prominent Friend and Anti
Slavery Advocate.

Thomas Worrell died Tuesday evening,
about z O'Clock, at his residence, No.
I'll Washington street, His health had
been failing for some months, but few
suspected that the end was so near.
When he arose Tuesday morning he
seemed to be as well as usual, but while
at breakfast he took congestive chill,
which Frustrated him, and death came
gradually and painlessly.
He was born in PENNSYLVANIA in 1908
and had resided in Delaware upwards
Of 90 years. Being wooden manufac-
turer he established mill in Mill Greek
hundred, where he continued in bust
ness for more than 30 years, retiring
thercfrom about 90 years ago. In 1888
ne was married to Miriam Lamborn.
Ills wife and four children, Granville
Worrell, Miss Emma Worrell, Mrs.
William +. Webb and Mrs. James b.
Clnrkson, survive him.
Deceased was q prominent member of
the Society Of Friends and ALWAYS took
a lively interest in its affairs. lie was
an ardent anti-savery advocate and a
friend and coworker of William Llovd
Garrison and Thomas Garrett. His
home in Mill Creek hundred was a
recognized station on the underground
railroad by which slaves escaped from
the south. During his residence in this
city he was deeply interested in the col
ored people. He was one of the early
promoters Of the Howard School, now
public school No. Is. His funeral will
be held on Friday afternoon.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12
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a coon MIR 10 DEFEAT
The Proposed Act to EquaIize Taxation
and Some of Its Probable Effects.

|
Editor Gdsette dssJoWadt; Theprovisons OF
the bill in its present radical eXactng and
inquisitorial shape, is certainly unwise,
| impoltic, and not for the best interests OF
the State, nor of the borrower of money,
and its passage would be iniuriotsly felt
for years to come.
The tendency would most surely be to
prevent capital from coming into the State,
as well as to drive capital and capitalists
from the State, and thereby increase the
rate of interest (which is gradually settling
down in conformity with the law of sup
Ply and the borrower would be unable to
secure loans on advantageous terms.
Its passage so far ms relates to invest
ments in bonds and mortgages (Which are
merely the representatives of reality will
be Of no benefit to the State nor will it re-
lieve the burden from the borrower for
whose benefit il is intended for he will be
compelled to pay an increase of interest
over per cent (the present value of
money! on existing loans equal or greater
than the tax imposed, or submit to ii
forced sale Of his property, and new loans
will not be secured at less rate of interest
than 6 per cent.
The Justice and right to tax investments
in bond and mortgage the income from
which IS limited by law whilst the income
from all other property is unlimited is at
least questionable.
It is q principle generally accepted, that
to render a tax valid, the property must be
within the jurisdiction of the taxing State.
The right to tax arises from the correlatiNe
duty to protect and therefore il there is no
jurisdiction over the property there can be
no protection on rightful taxation.
That there is much personal property on
which the income is unlimiting and not
legally fixed and which escapes taxation
will be admitted by all, and which may
and can be reached in proper way.
COMMON SENsE.
NEWARK March q 1871
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12

associated Press Dispatch by Special Wires.
SAN FRANcIsco, CAL, March III
The committee having in charge local
arrangements for the funeral of the late
Senator Hearst has completed all
arrangements. Governor Markham and
prominent citizens of the city and state
have been requested to act as pail
bearers. The Congressional committee
and party accompanying the remains
will be met at Oakland by the local com
mittee At the foot of Market street
the remains will be taken in charge by
the Third regiment and escorted to
Grace church, where they will lie in
state until Sunday afternoon when the
funeral services will be held. The SER
vices will be conducted by the Rev. r.
9. Foute, rector of Grace church. Until
then a funeral detail from the Third
regiment will guard the remains.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12
rHREE vIcTT1Ts orr TINE yn,cr


Two Men and One Woman Killed on the
r., w. a. ID. Tracks within IL Hours.
John Glover and wife Sarah Glover
and Patrick Reddington were killed on
the p, w. 81 b. railroad tracks within
~ hours Of one another. Mr.. and Mrs.
Glover about p. m, on Monday, and
Reddlngton at GAO Il. M, on Tuesday.
About O'Clock Monday night Track
walker Charles Christie was passing
along the track between Holly Oak and
Grubb's Landing when he discovered
the bodies. Mrs. Glover's body was
horribly mangled and but for the con-
tlguity of her husbands remains living
close at hand, she would not have been
recognized. The womans remains were
gathered up in sheet and placed in a
tub when both were brought to the city
and given in charge of Luther w.
Palmer. 1t is supposed the accident
happened during the hard blow and
storm which was at its heaviest
at 7.30 o'clock. Railway people
say that the wind howled along the
Track making such noise that nothing
could be heard but the storm. Itsecmed
like two or three fast trains rushing bv
at once. Glover was in his working
clothes. II is supposed that his wife
went out in the storm TO meet him when
the accident happened. Mr.. and Mrs.
Glover leave no children. They lived
alone in pretty cottage at Holly Oak.
Glover's father lives at No. 4O5 East
Eighth street. The deceased has been
in the employ Of the T., w. q B. rail-
road for ~ years and was assistant fore
man at the Holly section. He is so
years of age. There is Il large family of
brothers and sisters living in this city.
His father, John Glover, is also an old
railroad employee.
Patrick Reddington, boiler maker
IN the employ Of the pulp works com
pany was on his way TO work at G.30
9. M, on Tuesday, when crossing the
n, w, " B, track at Front and Madison
streets, he was struck by an express
train passing that point 10 minutes later.
young man stated that it was engine
No. 76. Reddington was struck at the
back Of the skull and died instantly.
He lived ut No. 1901 West Second street,
was 81 years Of age and leaves four chill
dren, He was a widower. He came
here about three years ago from Provi-
dence, r. |. He was Il native of this
city and was brought up here.
The coroner's jury rendered verdict
OF accidental death in each case.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12
ANOTHER G4LLoHs TIcTIyr.
James Thoroughbred Identified by til
LittIe Girl lie So HrmtaliY AssnnItnh

James Thoroughbred Identified by the
Little Girl lie So Brutaliy Assaulted.
DOVER, March 10.-A private hearing
was given James Thoroughbred in the
Jail this morning by Attorney general
Biggs. Thoroughbred is charged with
assaulting Louisa Gertrude Huntington,
colored, about January 18th. -Four
other negro prisoners were brought out
with Thoroughbred, but the little girl at
once identified him as the person who
assaulted her. She also described his
clothing and hat which correspondent
with the ones he wore when captured at
Harrington. Every means possible was
used to battle the girl, but proved use
less.
The Identification, with the circum-
stancial evidence secured, throws Thor
oughgood in the shadow Of the gallows.
The little girl, who is eight years old,
is not very black, looks very delicate
and shows evidence of great deal Of
suffering. She was brought here on the
train this morning by her parents. This
is the first time she has been able to be
out, but will recover. Thoroughbred
had nothing to say whatever.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12
A HOME FOR AGED MEN.
A Munificent Offer From George
@. LoiodeIl.

He Gives His Handsome Country Resi-
dence rs II shelter for Homeless Men,
Whore They May Pass Their Declining
Years.
The meeting of citizens at the Build
ers' Exchange on Tuesday week for
the purpose Of considering the PROPOSE
ton of establishing an old mems home
and also the philanthropic offer of
George G. Hohdell to donate house
and grounds for the purpose was largely
attended.
Among those present were ]. Taylor
Cause, George G. Lobdell, William p.
Bancroft, Job II. jackson, Stansbury ].
Wiley, William K. Crosby, Charles w.
Rowland, Benjamin Nields, Clement B.
Smythe, Hon. Charles B. Lore. Charles
w. Pussy, Daniel w. Taylor, Ellwood
Garrett, j. Newlin Gawthrop, Alfred
Gawthrop, Franklin b. Cotton, Joseph
Pyle, G. G. Lobdell, Jr., L. G. Kent, N.
r. Benson, W. S. Quigley, James Nor
row.
Stansbury J. Wiley stated the object
Of the meeting, and that George G. Lob
dell has made the offer of Mindua Dale,
building and grounds, for the home,
provided that an organization could be
NtlNAANl iillNl ~ HlllllEltlib sum Vi 1lDlltY
raised to properly support it. The an
nouncement of Mr.. Lobdell's offer was
warmly received.
Letters of hearty commentator of
the property were read from Hon.
Thomas f. Bayard, William Candy,
Charles Baird, Edward Belts, L. G.
Bradford, Il. Q. Yandegrift, George w.
Bush, Charles Warner, William M.
Field, Willard Salisbury, Jr., George r.
Townsend and S. N Trump.
Clement B. Smythe was elected chair
man, and N. r. Benson secretary.
On the motion of job II. Jackson the
following motion was passed bya rising
vote; "That independent Of what might
be done in the matter, it is the sense of
this meeting that George G.. Lobdell re-
ceiye the thanks Of all present for his
kind offer" The following motion was
thenpassed "rhat it is the sense of
this meeting that an organization be
effected at once to put the project into
etfectn
A committee, as follows, was ap-
pointed on organization: Clement i.
Smythe, Stansbury j. Wiley, Hon.
Charles b. Lore, George G.. Lobdell, N.
IL. Benson. TareFi aI
The meeting then adjourned.
1t is understood that Mr.. Lobdell has
for long time held under contcmpla-
ton the idea of making the generous
proiler which was consummated last
week. Minqua Dale Park is a large com
modious residence, the donors old home,
capable Of accommodating thirty peo-
pie. 1t is situated south of the Christi
ana river, on the Hare's Corner road,
about two miles from Wilmington. 1t
is surrounded by beautiful grounds, an
orchard and one Of the prettiest lawns
IL this neighborhood. 1t includes from
two to ten acres of ground.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12
PALMER ELECTED.
Democrats Win in the Illinoie Sena-
torial Fight.

The Farmers Alliance Men Keep Their
Promise and Vote for General Palmer
for senator
Associated Press Dlspatch by Special Wires
SPRINGFIELD, ILL, March 11.-Gen.
John M. Palmer was elected United
States Senator on the first ballot, at
12.45 O'Clock to-day
He received 1903 votes, Moore and
Cockrell, the Alliance members, voting
for HIM.
REPUBLICANS FIGHTING TO THE END.
1t appeared to be foregone conclu-
sion this morning that General Palmer
would be elected senator by the solid
101 Democratic votes of the Joint as
sembly, assisted by those of two of the
i. Nj. 3. A. members, Moore and
Cockrell.
Yet the Republicans were not ready
TO go down without struggle. They
held a caucus to sec il they could not at
least kill off the Democratic candidate.
10 that end the steering committee was
empowered to handle the matter as il
might think best. The committee held
q consultation and at its conclusion sent
for Representative Moore and offered
him the solid REPUBLICAN vote of 100
II he and his two conferees, Cockrell
Taubeneck would Join them.
This offer was considered good poli-
tics in any event If accepted it would
defeat General Palmer and put the IT.
M. b. A. IS under decided obligations to
the Republicans. If rejected, it would
mt the ia in, bn
ton OF refusing to help elect farmer.
@srIIE OFFER DECLINED
1t was tempting sure; but Moore did
not lose his head. He said: Il regret
to be obliged to disappoint you gentle
men but your offer comes too late
After waiting eight weeks in vain for
Republican support Cockrell and my
self have decided to give our votes to
General Palmer, and have affixed
our signatures to the address to
that effect. l appreciate your kind
ness and | appreciate the great
majority Of your party has always been
sincere, but honor now points out to me
but one line to cast my vote to-day for
John NJ. Palmer in accordance with my
pledge. thank you for the honor
which you extend and assure you of
my best wishes for you ALL"
The steering committee, in discussing
the situation, finally decided to give
their vote to Senator Fuller, chairman
OF the steering committee, in recog-
milton of his services as a leader, in case
every member would pledge himself to
obey tine mandate of the committee.
The Republicans tried to break a
quorum by not answering at roll-call,
but failed. Taubeneck, the third al
lance member, joined them in this
move. Moore and Cockrell both an
swered, and were applauded.
There was great excitement while the
decisive vote was taken. 1t resulted:
Palmer, 103; Scattering, 10t. General Pal
mer was declared elected.
Taubeneck voted for Streeter. Most
of the Republicans voted for Cicero j.
Lindley Fuller received some votes.
On yeriticatton Of the roll all of the
Republicans voted for Lindley.
The Democrats greeted the result with
cheers and deafening applause Gen.
Palmer was introduced and made an
address.
The joint assembly then adjourned
sine die
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12
Grans.


DFNNEY.--In his city, on the 9Th inst, at hel
fathers late residence, Mrs. Sarah r. Dem
ney, in Eer 36th year
ECkLES.-At Ricolite 40 miles from Silver
. City, n. NJ, William II. Eckles, formerly OF
New Caste
FRlEL.-t'n the Sth inst, Willie F. Friel, son OF
Mandy and Mary Frlel, in the second year Of
his ago
GRANEY.--In :his city, on the 7th inst, Mary,
daughter of James Graney, aged rs yeers.
GINDER.-ln his city, on tue 9Th inst, Katie
infant daughter Of John b. and Caiharine
Ginder, aged II months.
HAMMERER.-In this city, on the 4th inst, Tor
trude, dA lighter of Bernard and Susie Ham
merer, aged years.
MERRICK.--On the 18th inst, George W. Mer-
rick, aged Il years.
o9ooLE.-on the 9TH instant, Harry o'Toole,
aged "a years.
WADSLEf.-In this c ~, on the 5th instant,
Joseph II. Wadeley, in his 49th year.
WoRRELL.-In this city, on the 10th instant.
Thomas Wofrell, In the SGD year of his age.
Funeral from his late residence, sIl Wash
ington street, on Sixth day. Third month, I5th
al : o'clock. lnterment private.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12
March April May
pucKs WERE SCI ICE.
The President Had Only One Chance for
Shot and the Duck Got Away.

BENCHES, MD, March 10.-1'he Presi-
dent is in bad luck. From dawn till
late this evening he sat patiently in his
blind, with gun in hand, waiting for
ducks, and when he left for the club
house this evening he was no richer
than when he arrived. Accompanied
by ex-senator Sewell and Il. @. Knight
Of Philadelphia, he started off at half
past 5 this morning. A strong north
west wind was blowing, and the old
keeper, as he left, yentufed the predic-
ton that ducks would be scarce. About
half-past one came within reach. and
was crippled by a shot from the Presi-
dents gun. As it fell into the water the
boy Jerome waded out to capture it, To
the surprise of the party, it dived under
and escaped. That was the first and
last shot from the Presidents blind
Loetler, the Presidents body guard,
who was stationed below, was more
successful He brought down during
the day one blaekheada and coot There
are plenty ofducks in the vicinity but the
wind to-day drove them to the sheltered
shore. Once during the afternoon a
sportsman in the vicinity took compass
sion on the distinguished gunner Going
out in boat, he started up rick, but
the ducks flew in the opposite direction
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12
Death Of DR.. AtkInsnn.

DENTON, MD., March 1O.-Dr. p. T.
Atkinson, well-known physician and
prominent citizen of Hillsborough
district, died yesterday morning at s
O'Clock, from an attack of pneumonia,
aged " years. During the late war he
served as surgeon, and for some wears
after the return of peace was engaged
in hospital practice, He never ran for
office, but served in the custom house
in Baltimore under Collector Webster.
Being a staunch Republican, he retired
upon the triumph Of the Democracy in
1884, and since then he has been living
on his estate in Tuckahoe Neck.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12
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MYSTERTOUS MURDER.
The Victim was Nicholas NJ. Eaton,
Wealthy Citizen of Kansas City, Mo.

The Victim was Nicholas NJ. Eaton. a
Wealthy Citizen of Kansas City, Mo.
Associated Press Dispatch nv opec,,i ,t,ra+
KANSAS, Cry, Mo, March 11.-Nich-
olas NJ. Eaton was mysteriously shot and
killed last night. Whether he committed
suicide or was murdered is not known.
Late yesterday afternoon Eaton drove
to the farm of Seth Ward to look at
some stock. About 7.30 o'clock his dead
body was found about two squares from
his residence, at the corner of Vine and
l1nwood avenue, on the outskirts of
the city. There was bullet hole in the
right side Of his head and revolver
With two chambers empty was lying by
his left side. About two feet to his right
was found the hat with two bullet holes
IN it, ono through the rim and one at the
back corresponding to the wounds in
his head.
Mr.. Eaton was d wealthy business
man in this city. He owned ranch ii
Texas, Pan Handle, mines in the Joplin
mineral district and considerable prop
erty in this city. His wealth is esti-
mated at 100000. His family relations
We're of the most pleasant character, and
his business was in the best condition
His wife says he never owned and never
carried revolver.
1t is not thought probable that he
committed suicide, still there remains no
motive for his murder He had no enc
mics and $50 in money and about $4,000
negotiable paper were found on his
body. Coroner Langsdale made per-
sonal but partial investigation into the
affair and is of the opinion that Mr..
Eaton was murdered by robbers who
We're frightened away before they
secured the booty.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12
FoR 4 CONTENTION.
The Senate Bill Read in the House--An
Amendment to the Iiuuor law.


Amendment to the Liquor Law.
Special Dispatch to Gazette and Journal
DOVER, March 1.-THE Senate Consti-
tutional Convention bill was given a
first reading in the House this morning,
and the House Convention bill, which
had been in committee since February
18th, was reported on favorably by the
committee, without amendment
In the Senate Mr.. Moore will give
notice this afternoon of an amendment
to the liquor law which strikes out the
stipulation "To be drunk on the
premises" and the anti-screen provision,
and makes minor or his voucher APP
plying for liquor on the representation
that he is an adult punishable by fine
of $50 to 500.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12

CAMBRIDGE, March 11.-A conyen-
ton of colored voters in Dorchester
county was held at Cambridge TODAY
for the purpose Of organizing and secur-
lug more recognition for the colored
voters at the hands of the Republican
party. Seven districts were represented,
and a permanent organization was
made. Levin II, Molock was made presi-
dent. and Harkless Bowley, secretary.
Harmony was advocated, and renewed
allegiance to the party was advised in
speeches by several of the members.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12

Cecil County Agricultural Society--DeatI
Of IA Prominent Farmer.

OF II prominent Farmer.
ELKToN, March 10.-At meeting OF
the stockholders of the Cecil County
Agricultural Association it was decided
to endeavor TO dispose of enough new
stock to meet the urgent obligations Of
the society. Sixty shares, valued at
5000, were subscribed. Two thousand
dollars are required. The committee to
arrange with the premium-takers re-
ported that about half the number had
surrendered their claims, representing
about 81 100, or third of the amount.
Others only asked expenses. The most
persistent claimants live outside the
state.
Timothy V. Rose, a prominent farmer
OF Cecil county, who owned several fine
farms, died on Sunday of paralysis NJ
the home Of a relative at Hulmeyille,
Bucks county, Pa. He was in his 18th
year.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12

There are but three postmasters Of
President Cleveland's appointment now
in office in Delaware. They and the
dates Of appointment are S. b. He'd
man, Newark, August 14th, 1888; John
b. Manlove, New Castle, January 10th,
1855; Henry L. Phillips, Seaford, May
lEth 1909
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12

Merit Wins, ard the act that Hood's Sarsa
parilla actually accomplishes what is claimed
for it, Is what has made it The medicine first in
the confidence Of our tountrymen, and given
to Ito DIS sarsnparilla popularity and sale
greater than that Of any other blood purifier.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1891-03-12
A Mnr,lereI. Sentenced

John Wilson, who brutally murdered
Timothy Shay last summer, ut Kennett
Square, Pa, by beating him over the
head with pitchforl1, while drunk, was
sentenced, in the Chester county courts,
to pay fine of 800 and undergo d
term Of three years Imprisonment in
the Eastern PenitentiarY.