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The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

az The maple sugar season of 1891
has practically closed in Vermont, and
the crop has been considerably larger
than the average. Fully II, 200, 900 pounds
of sugar and syrup have been made, of
which about 40 per cent. is syrup. The
market value of the crop will exceed ST.
2OO,O
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

The Charlotte Democrat of April Oath,
contained an article "The Six Living
Ex Governors" taken from the Winston
Sentinel, and by an oversight credit was
not given. We fegret the omission.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

The Rev. DR.. George W. Boutwell,, of
the Congregational Church of the Cove
nant who had a cork lodge in his
bronchial tube two weeks ago, died on last
Sunday in the Brooklyn Hospital from
exhauStiOn
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

Miss Lillian Honesty, of st. Mary's,
Raleigh, has been appointed TO take
charge of the music at the Teachers AS
oemblv at Morehead.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

Monument to Women of the Southern
Cowederacy.-CHARLEsToN,S s. c., May l
AT banquet to the South Carolina
Press Association at Georgetown last
night the association subscribed 500 to
the fund proposed by Senator Butler to
erect monument to the women of the
Southern Confeder acy, and committee
of five editors was appointed to prepare
plans for raising money for this purpose
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

The public schools of Goldsboro will
celebrate the tenth anniversary of their
establishment on the 22nd inst. The ex-
ercises will take place at the Opera House,
and it will be notable occasion.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

The aggregate wealth of the United
States is nearly sixty times what it was
sixty years ago, when the figures were
$1,000, 100000. Now they are $55, ,200,-
OOO 600
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

D@ The contest for U. s. Senator in
Florida is still going on. Senator Call
leads in the Democratic caucus but he has
not been able to secure the required two
thirds.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

SHELBY, N. c., May Al. T. Gardner
was reelected mayor by majority of 35
over W. l.. Damron. A. B. Suttle, J. F.
Tiddy, W. II. Eskridge, J. H. Wells, Al.
dcermen. The election was the most quiet
known here.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

Democrats Garry GaStonia.-GAsT oNIA,
N. c.. May 4-In the municipal election
held here to day, the following were elec-
ted: Mayor, B. G. Bradley: Alderman,
Z. n. Lineberger, Geo. A. Gray, L. L..
Jenkins and J. B. Beall, They are demo
rats
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08
w- While the Alliance people are &C

w While the Alliance people are ad-
vocating a boycott on newspapers that
will not give both sides hearing, would
it not be we'll for us to look into our own
ranks. Few of our papers discuss any
action of leaders or result OF demands
save in strictly Alliance way. This is
entirely wrong. Our people should be
edited in all the movements and thereby
know how to act NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
Herald, Alliance Department.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

c, W. T1LLETT, Esq, of this city, bas
accepted an invitation to deliver the
Memorial address at Statesville, May 10th.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

GEN. ARMIsTEAD LONG, who was Gen.
Lees private secretary, died at Charlotts-
Vile Virginia, last "ednesday.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

L1NcoLNToN, N. c., May 4.-The polls
nave closed. FL. E. Ramsour has been
elected q mayor by majority of sixty. five.
Il. W. Bunton, A.. Nixon, ]. M. Lawing,
j. L. Cobb, W. l.. Grouse, L. J. Wilkes,
~. House and J. A. Abernethy were
erected alderman. 'For bonds" was car
r'eu oy majority Of thirty eight votes.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

Capt. 8. B. Smith was elected Mayor of
Matthews, W. p. Williams Mayor of Davidson
College, and T. n. Mcdonnell Mayor of Hun
tersvilie
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08
VISITORS
TO THE
MUSICAL FESTIVAL

Are requested to call at BAKERS MUSIC
HOUSE. You will be treated courteously and
made welcome in the only exclusive best known
and most popular Music House In the State.
The headquarters of all intending purchasers.
We have in our possession one of the OLDEST
VIOLINS on the American Continent It was
made in 1877, TWO HUNDRED AND FOURTEEN
YEARS AGO, by that world-renowned maker,
Jacobus Stainer.
We are Sole Agents in this territory for
fhn
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

JIM Davis has been appointed one of the
assessors of the Charlotte township, inste ad Of
j. c. Burroughs, resigned.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

Mr.. John A. Rutherford has been
elected third Vice President of the Rich
mond and Danville Railroad Company.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

The work of tearing down the >Tryon Street
Methodist church commenced Tuesday The
congregation will worship in the Y. NJ G. A.
hall until the new church is built,
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

Banquet at Commencement

Wednesday, June Sd, at . p. M, for the Trus-
tees and Alumni of the University. Those ex-
pecting to attend will please inform Hon. John
Manning, at ChapeI Hill in order that suitable
arrangements nay be made.
May 8, 1891.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

\, Concord Carries Bonds.-CoNcoRD, N. c.,
NAY 4-The election to day resulted in
Lawyer W. G. Means being elected mayor
G0y good majority. Bonds carried.
uraded school thought to be lost. No
excitement. The vote on bonds and
graded schools receiving 297 and 27O, the
questions are carried.
=, Lawson J. Foil was elected Mayor of
Mt. Pleasant last Monday.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08
MARRIED

At Kidsville, Lincoln county, on the 23d ult.
Mr.. VIM. Hager and Miss Roberto L. Lang
In Lincoln county, on the 25th ult, Mr.. Alba
G. Dillinger and Miss Ada NJ. Dillinger.
At Brower's Mills. on the 4th inst, DIR. w. L.
Pemberton of Monroe, and Miss Ellen L. Brower
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08
Result of the Election.

The election for municipal officers for
the city of Charlotte for the next two
years took place last Monday, resulting
in the choice of the entire democratic
ticket as nominated at the primaries held
fortnight ago. With the progressive
spirit of the people of this city as now
evidenced in every direction, we are sim
gularly fortunate in having a staff of city
officials so we'll and favorably known in
this vicinity. DR.. Brevard as the Mayor,
a Board of Aldermen composed of some
of our best citizens, School Commits
sion fully up with the requirements OF
public education, all go to speak we'll for
the Queen City in her strides for growth
and increased prosperity. While the
people are to be congratulated at the
new order of things, so also are these
citizens who have been called from the
private walks of life to legislate and be
the custodians Of public interest. We
predict in advance the faithful discharge
of their several duties and tho consequent
reward to those who contribute their
share to the material prosperity of the
city which has developed so wide a field
for capital and enterprise.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

Dick Mason was on Wednesday elected chief
of police of this city.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

PINEvILLE, n. G. May Capt. Jas. A
Younts was elected mayor of Pineville.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

NORTH Troy, VT, May 5.-The ground
is covered with snow this morning. A
light fall of snow is reported at Richford.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

The grip and music causes the DEMOCRAT Il
be short-handed.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

c LINCOLN, Neb, May 5.-The Supreme
court has rendered a decision oustino
oyu \Democrat) from the Governorsbi1
ana declaring Thayer Governor.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08
BEHR PIANO,
THE
Most Perfect Piano

OF the 18th century. Read opinions of Shar-
wunka. Won Bulow, Ansorge and Moszkowskl,
the greatest living pisnists = Eed{5S
Musical instruments of every kind. Sheet
Music and Music Books. Special discount to
teachers. --. ~. SIS. .-5 t...~.
BAKERS MUSIC HOUSE,
MRS A. E. DEMoLINEU,
May /, 1891. Charlotte, N. G.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

The Music Festival, under the auspices
of the Philharmonic Association, was a
grand success artistically. The playing
of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
was not only surprise to the music
lovers of the city but revelation. The
programs for the three concerts were
good, brilliant, and were enjoyed by q
large crowd OF cultivated and enthusiastic
people.
The Auditorium, as a place for Sam
Jones and Mr. Fife to preach in or for
political conventions, is immense-for a
Music Hall there is difference of opinion.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08
HUGHES
Quinine Hair Tonic.

The best preparation made for the Hair 1t inn
parts Vigor TO the Scalp, Cleanses it and thor
oughly eradicates Dandruf, and stops the Hair
r. 81. JORDAN & CO., Druggists, =
Springs Corner Charlotte, N. G.
Nov. IA. 1880,
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

The following is the City Treasurer's
statement of receipts and disbursements
from May lst, 1890 to April 3Oth, 1891:
RECEIPTS.
Cash on hand May 1st, 1890, $1,1S7 90
Fines and costs iu Mayors court, $3.50 90
man at Railroad, sso 90
Miscellaneous receipts, Cncluding 6S1
premium on bonds, sale of old
lamps, etc1 s36 %
From w Gooding, city tax collector, 1,1S7 "a
From cemeteries, sale of lots and fees, 1911 %
From cotton weigher, 1856 80
Proceeds of sale of bonds (face value) $4,000 90
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08
CHARLOTTE, N. c.

Friday, May 8, 1891.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08
WANTED.

Clean Wheat or Oat Straw, for which will
pay so cents per 100 lbs. delivered at my Mat
tress Factory.
e. NJ ANDREWS.
April II, 1891. 4w
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

See my fields and at seed time you will know
where to procure good pure seed of this excel.
lent grain. ]. 8. MYERS,
April "a, 1891. Charlotte, II c.
The Charlotte Democrat., 1891-05-08

One Pair of Perfection Scales. Win weigh
five pounds. Apply at DEMOCRAT Office.
April IL, 1891. 4w s.- @ttJ9s 2
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1891-12-25
CHINA AND THE FAIR.
Chu Vow Sing Arrives in the Country
to See About an Exhibit.

Chu Vow Sing Arrives in the Country
to See About an Exhibit.
New YORK, Dec. ga special high
commissioner of the Chinese empire ar
rived yesterday on the French steamer
Gascoigne from France. He is Chu
Vow Sing, an attache of the legation
in Paris and comes by direct appoint
ment of the Pel1in government to in
vestigate the question of Chinese ex-
hibit at the worlds fair. The secretary
of Chen Woo, Chinese consul met the
commissioner.
To reporter Chu Vow Sing said: Il
do not know the intentions of the
Chinese government concerning an ex-
hibit at the worlds fair. | understood
that the government had declined to
exhibit but by instructions are to make
searching inquiry into the manage
ment and probabilities of the expo
sition. | suppose the governments
decision will be influenced by my re-
port. l want to see what preparations
have been made and, above all, try to
learn just what interest the American
people take in the fair. If China makes
any exhibit ] think it will be a crCdita-
bic one and of special interest to
visitors -
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1891-12-25
100000 STARVING RUSSIANS
The Cars Minister Sets Forth the Con-
dition of the Russian Peasants.

The Cars Minister Sets Forth the Con-
dition Of the Russian Peasants.
URBANA, Ohio, Dec. 22.-JOhn Ii.
James, having in view the raising of
fund for the relief of starving Russians.
recently wrote to the first secretary OF
the Car S legation at Washington totind
out if the conditions really warranted
the raising of such fund and received
the following reply:
Imperial Russian Legation, Washing
ton-John II. James, Esq, Urbana,
Ohio-Sir: / have been prevented by
pressure of work to express sooner my
gratitude for the very welcome and
generous suggestions contained III your
letter of Nov. 10.
1t is unfortunately too true that the
population from twelve provinces gov
ernments) in Russia, representing
great deal over twenty millions of
people, is actually starving.
l have not been instructed to open
subscriptions nor appeal to the help of
the citizens of your great and noble
country, but you may be sure that
every cent sacrificed by You and your
friends for the relief Of our sufferers
will help and will bring everlasting
gratitude from my countrymen.
am quite ready and willing to see
that such aid is properly directed and
delivered in Russia where it is most
needed. Believe me very truly yours,
A. GROCER
Charge d AffaircS, Russia
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1891-12-25
WAKELY DESERTS sULLIyk


His Best Eacker.7
New YORK. Dec. 2l.-James Wakely,
formerly one of John L. Sullivan's
hackers, has decided to figure no more
in any Of the Bostonian's pugilistic
affairs.
To reporter who asked him what he
proposed saying in reply to Slavin' s
statement, Wakely replied: Il like
John L. very much and / believe he
could whip any man living if he would
take care of himself. From what /
have heard about him for the past few
months, however, | am convinced that
he has set his mind on going to the
dogs as fast as he can.
81 want to see an American cham
pion of the world, and it is for that rea-
son as much as any other that I have
always upheld Sullivan. There is not
the slightest doubt in my mind but
that he can whip any man on earth if
he VIII only let alcoholic stimulants
alone. When a man personally ignores
the advice of men who have only his
own interests at heart, why, think it
is high time to quit Offering sugges-
tons.
''In future 1 shall not put up any
part of stake for Sullivan unless he
changes his tactics pretty soon. /
guess there is no danger of any refor-
nation, however. He appears to think
he can beat anybody, and he continues
to try and drink all the liquor there is
in every town he visits.
Sullivan could best Slavin in two
rounds if he could get into condition
If he goes on at this rate, however,
would not bet cent on him. l have
heard his promises to quit drinking so
often that am tired of it and l pro-
pose to let him alone hereafter. Should
he fight Slavin l shall be a spectator
and my sympathies will be with Sui
Ivan
Charley Johnson, Sullivan's other
hacker, could not be found last nj ght
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1891-12-25
ARGENTINE STATISTICS.
Agricultural Products VIII Exceed Ar

Agricultural Products VIII Exceed Any
thing Ever Before Known.
WASHINGTON, Dec. 21.-Advices by
last steamer from the Argentine Repub-
lie to the bureau of The American re.
publics shows that the value of agricul-
tural and pastoral products in that
country during the present year will
exceed anything ever before known.
The value OF the agricultural crop in
1891 is estimated at $S5, 900, 900 and the
value ofthe pastoral products will equal
$4,000, 900, making total for the years
crop of over 5000, O0O,O which is Is
per cent greater than any previous year
and equivalent to $50 per capita of the
population of the country. The value
of the wheat product in round figures is
$50, 900, 900; the corn crop at 1000, 900
tons, valued at ST. 900, 900 and the wool
product at $50, 900 tons, valued at $780,
100000. The value of the wheat and
corn surplus for export is estimated at
$27, 500, 600 and the value of wool, hides
and other pastoral products for export
Is estimated at $50, 600, 900. 1t is be-
Geved this enormous crop will restore
prosperity to the country.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1891-12-25

nexation, much larger number
are secretly so. Those opposed to annexa-
| ton are first the French Catholics, who
fear that some of the peculiar privileges
that they are now enjoying would be lost
and they see in annexation a danger to
the French language, to which they cling
with the GREATEST tenacity. Second the
wholesale merchants, who now have a
monopoly of the Dominion trade. They
fear that American jobbers would take
much of this from them, while they would
get little or no compensation in the states.
Third, the manufacturers. whs feel too
young to cope successfully with the
American manufacturers. Fourth, those
with whom loyalty to the British flag is
sentiment which they will not sell for
money"
WHO are in favor of annexation?
First, Owners of real estate who realize
the boom that their property would get by
a great influx of population. Second, that
large numbers of retail merchants of all
kinds who prefer larger market In which
TO buy. Third, the laborers, who In great
commercial activity see better times for
themselves. Fourth, and this is the most
important lcass, the farmers, who just now
are smarting under the Ubiquitous
effects of the Mckinley bill.
A farmer across the river cannot now sell
his horse in Detroit, but must ship it to
England On the other hand the citizen
of Detroit cannot now buy good Horse In
Canada, but must pay much higher price
for a poorer horse shipped from the far
west. That's the way tariff works"
Considering the unsatisfactory politi-
cal organization and condition of Canada
and the immense public debt under which
the confederation and the province are
staggering, it seems to me that annexa
tion to the United States will come IN the
near future, aud Canada will gain much
more than the United States.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1891-12-25
ELOPED WITH A BENEDICT.
An Ohio Girl Finds Herself In an Unen-
yiabIe Plight.

An Ohio Girl Finds Herself In an Unen-
viabIe Plight.
HAMILTON, Ohio, Dec. 02.-Miss Min
ME Graves, a prepossessing blonde OF IL
summers, employed at restaurant, has
been the center of attraction for some
months past Yesterday afternoon .
young man, not past 25 years of age,
called at the restaurant and asked for
Minnie, who in very short time res
ponded to his call. After brief and
subdued conversation Miss Minnie in
formed her employer that her mother
was seriously i'll, and that she would
have to go home at once. She accom-
panied the young man, stranger in
these parts, and left presumably for her
home.
Subsequent events, however, soon
revealed the true intent of Minnie'S de-
parture. Her father called at the res
taurant, and when he was told of his
daughters story Stated that her mother
was not i'll. A little further investiga-
ton laid bare the foolish girls scheme:
She had eloped with a married man,
and had gone to indianapolis without
knowing that the one she had trusted so
implicitly had deceived her. 1t is
stated here that the young..man is rail-
roader and has a wife at indianapolis.
The sudden disappearance of the pretty
girl from her accustomed quarters has
excited no little speculation among her
many admirers.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1891-12-25
OF a PERSONAL NATURE.

Queen Victoria was one of the exhibit
tors at the recent horse fair in England,
and the reports show that she had to be
content with second prize, the first hav-
ing been awarded to one Of her subjects.
Earl Russell, defendant in the recent
sensational divorce tried In London, is
soon to come to this country, it is ar
nouneed, to lecture on electricity, sub
ject on which he is regarded as an expert
Sister Gertrude, the young English
woman who came to the Hawaiian
islands to minister to the leper settlement
at Molokia, but who was refused land.
ing there, has been married TO DIR. Lutz
of Honolulu.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1891-12-25

corps waited for directions as to tie proper
style and location of exit, but as none
came the distinguished individuals de-
parted in such manner as individually
seemed to them best.
How the senate vas ever to reassemble
when there was no provision made for
It's dispersion or anything else, was too
much Tor the old timers in the galleries.
At o'clock the president returned
to the senate chamber. Senator Allison
had just preceded him, and Senator Glib
son WIS at his desk.
''The senate will be in order, said the
vice-president.
The two senators arose simultaneously,
and after minute Allison said. Il move
the senate adjourn just as the pause
was becoming painful.
Nobody said a word. Words would
have made the scene more ridiculous than
it was. So the vice-president declared
the senate adjourned until II o'clock to-
morrow.
Senator Plumb's death will give the
northwestern states another committee
Craftsmanship, for Senator Dolph, of Ore
gon, viii 90 to the head of the committee
on public lands. Just what other changes
will be brought about cannot be easily
foreshadowed.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1891-12-25
sustains the Interior Department..

WASHINGTON, d. c., Dec. 21.-Ths
United States Supreme court, in an
opinion written by Justice Lamar, to-
day reversed the decision of the Thomas
Knight VS.. the United Land association
and Clinton c. Trip.
This case has attracted much atten-
ton on the Pacific coast and concerns
title to property in San Francisco of
great value. The effect of the decision
is to sustain the rulings Of the interior
department. The case involved con-
troyersy as to the line of the boundary
of the city of San Francisco on the bay.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1891-12-25
Fought to q Finish for a. Girl.

WASHINGTON, Pa, Dec. 21.-Walter
Davis and Thomas Hughes, two miners
of Edwardsville, settled dispute about
a girl by fighting on the mountain
side this morning. They both stripped
to the waist and fought with bare
knuckles for half an hour They
scratched and bit viciously, and several
times lay PROSTATE, painting for wind.
Finally Davis, although the larger man.,
acknowledged himself beaten.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1891-12-25

Senator PInmb was born in Delaware
county, Ohio, Oct. IL, 1887, so that at The
time of his death he was in his 54th year.
He was not a college graduate, but left
the common schools for The printers case,
and In pursuance Of his vocation as a
journsyman printer in 1856, the bloody
days Of the history of the newly organized
territory Of Kansas, walked into that ter
rltory and with the vigor and indefaJi-
gable energy which has throughout his
life been his chief characteristic, the
young man plunged at once into the thick
Of the hot political STRIFE which was then
waking over the slavery question He at
once went to the front and was chosen d
member of the Leavenworth constitutional
convention Of 1859 He was admitted to
he bar in 1861, when the place Of his
adoption became state OF the union;
served in the legislature in 1862, WIS
chairman Of the judiciary committee and
subsequently reporter of the supreme
court. When the war broke out be entered
the army az second lieutenant IN the
Eleventh Kansas infantry and served sue
cessfuly as captain, major and ileuten-
ant colonel Of that regiment and was
commissioned a colonel of the same regi-
ment in August, 1882 After the war
Mr.. Plumb returned to Kansas, was elect
ed a member and speaker Of the Kansas
house of representatives., aad In 1876 was
chosen United States senator to succeed
James M. Harvey, republican. He took
his seat in 1877 and has represented his
state as a senator ever since that time.
His term of office would have expired
March 3 1895
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1891-12-25
Indian Sepulchrs Found Near Boston.

1N5aT bUsIUHt
BosToN, Dec. 21.-An Indian sepulchre
has been unearthed on Fish Marsh"
in Saugus. The tomb was about seven
feet below the surface and it contained
the skeleton of man of enormous pro-
portions, which crumbled to dust upon
exposure to the air. The body was
buried in sitting position facing the
cast. Beside the skeleton was found a
pipe, tomahawk blade and arrow
head, an AK and cylindrical shaped
Itone. Near the grave an under
ground passage was discovered. Exca-
vations are being made for the purpose
Of exploring the passage. The dis
coveries were made by workmen who
were excavating for building purposes.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1891-12-25
NEWS IN BRIEF.

Thomas Leary, miner at Butte,
Mont, has been asleep since last We'd
nesday. All attempts to arouse him
are unavailing.
The st. Louis furniture board OF
trade has sent baby Ruth Cleveland
little rocking chair made from the door
of the old log cabin home Of Gen. U. s
Grant. -