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Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
HEHS BY IHEGRAPh. From All Quarters. MIR. BLAINE WILL RUN. s. B. EIkins' Interview with
 the Secretary. HILL's SENATORIAL SEAT IN DANGER. Stephen B. EIkins Appointed
 Secretary of War. THE SENATE STANDING COMMITTEES. Train Hurled Over a High
 Embankment.
THE SENATE STANDING COMMITTEES.

BLAINE AND THE PRESIDENCY. The Secretary Will Run if There is an Overwhelming Expression De-
 manding That He Accept the Nom-
 ination-mr. Elkins' Appointment.
 WASHINGTON, Dec. 17.-The Post to- morrow will say: MT. EIkins twice de- clined the war portfolio because MT. Golf of West Virginia was unprovided for. A few weeks ago he was asked for the third time to accept the place. Being assured that Governor Golf would be given @ cir cult court judgeship, MT. Elkins said he would consider the offer. He then called upon the secretary of state with whom he had long and pleasant interview. "What effect," asked MT. Elkins, "would my ap- pointment have upon your presidential chances next year?"
 Absolutely none," was MT. Blaine's re- ply. 'sAs feel at present shall not be a candidate for the nomination. If, how ever, there should come to me from the republican party an overwhelming ex- pression demanding that accept the nom- ination, I may feel constrained to put aside personal feelings and accept the nom ination. In that case MT. Harrison will be for me, and there will be no impropriety ill your being my friend also. On the oth- CT hand, should MT. Harrison be the nom- inee I will not be in the race, and, there fore, you will be his friend. I cannot see how your acceptance or declination will change the condition of things in the slightest degree, and 1 would advise you to accept the appointment"
 Whereupon MT. Elkins accepted.
 Senator Proctor is quoted as saying: ''The appointment is undoubtedly good one. Mir. Elkins has great executive abil- ity and will be an able and popular secre- retary"
 Senator Chandler is reported to have said: "Mr. Elkins is good appointment, but New Hampshire is nevertheless very much disappointed"
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
TELEGRAPHIC JOTTINGs.

Mir Hawley yesterday introduced bill in the senate raising Commodore William F. Major to the rank aud pay of rear admiral on the retired list.
 It was announced at the Brazilian lega- tion yesterday that there was no truth in alarmist reports telegraphed from Brazil. The ficials at the legation declare that complete order prevails throughout the entire country, and that trade has been re- stunned everywhere.
 The cruiser San Francisco is at Mare Island navy yard ready to put to sea at short notice She will carry an unusually large quantity of arms and ammunition, which gives ground for the belief that she will return to Valparaiso, and that a DOT tion of her warlike cargo is destined for the cruiser Charleston.
 The list of deaths in London caused hy the rsvages of influenza continues to grow larger daily. A large number of people in the work house at Eltham Kent, are pros, trated with the disease and the local phy' | sicians are overrun with calls During the past week there have been eight deaths | from the disease in the work house.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18

Fresh Popped Corn,
 A IL favors. BUTLER,
 A d187 7t* 4 470 State street.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
THE BARNABY-GRAvEs TRIAL

Edward Bennett Recalled to the
 Stand-His Identification of Letters
 Between Mrs. Barnaby and pr.
 Graves.
 DENVER, Col, Dec. 17.-In the Barnaby- Graves trial to- day Edward Bennett was recalled to the stand. He identified sev- eral letters which passed between Mrs. Barnaby and Mrs. Worrell, Mrs. Barnaby and Dr. Graves. In one of Dr. Graves letters to Mrs. Barnaby the former said he would collect the rent from Mrs. Barnaby's tenants and deposit it in the bank, and hoped she would soon receive large payment, for he had a chance to make S10, ,O00 for her." He was acquainted with people in the electric and mining business, and could get on the inside. MT. Bennett identified all the letters, and was excused His wife, Mrs. Bennett, was next called She remembered the visit of Dr. and Mrs Graves with Mrs. Barnaby to her home 1T the Adirondacks. During her visit Mrs Barnaby said she left Dr. Graves S5O, ,OO( | in her first will. She thought this was tot much. Mrs. Barnaby often received letter. from the doctor. Miss Hanley attended to her correspondence. Cross-exsminet
 she remembered Mrs. Barnaby receivinl
 the letter in which the doctor threatenet
 to appoint guardian for her. This al
 several days Witness did hear Mrs. Barn aby complain to Dr. Graves, but she toll
 her that she had not complained. Salli failed to get around in time to dress hel
 She could dress herself though, but sh
 could not get along very well without
 maid. Miss Hanley was more attentiy l ] after the doctor arrived there.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
sTANpING Coms1ITTEEs.

Selections By the Senate-Conneeti- cuts Representation-Mr Hayvley at the Head of the Military Com
 mittee.
 WASHINGTON, Dec. 17.-Mr. Manderson
 presided over the senate to-day as presi- dent pro tenn. On motion of Mir. Cullom
 (rep., III ), Rule 24, for the appointment
 of committees by ballot, was suspended, and resolution was offered by him for
 the appointment of the standing and select committees. The resolution was
 agreed to. Following are the most i'm.
 portant committees:
 Judiciary-Messrs Hoar chairman; Wilson
 Teller, Platt, Mitchell, Pugh, Coke, Vest and George.
 Finance -Messrs Merrill, chairman; sher
 Voorhees,, McPherson, Harris, Ransom and Carlisle.
 Dawes, Plumb, Hale. Cullom, Stewart, Cockrell Call German and Blackburn.
 Foreign relations-Messrs. Sherman, chairman
 Frye, Dolph, Davis, Hiscock, Morgan, Butler Commerce-Messrs. Frye, chairman; Jones CNev.), Dofph, Sawyer, Culom, Washburn, Quay Ranson, Coke, Vest, German, Ksnna and Gibsor Postoffices and postroads- Sawyer
 WashbaIn, coiquitt, Biodgetu, Brice, irby ana Chiffon. Pensions-Messrs. Davis, chairman; Sawyer Paddock, Shoup, Hansbrough, Gallinger, Turpie Blodget, PaImer, Villas and Brice. Coast defences-Messrs. Dolph, chairman
 Hawley, Squire, Higgins, Felton, Berry, Gordon Chiffon and 1rby.
 Military affairs-Messrs. Hawley, chairman
 Cameron, Henderson, Davis, Proctor, Cockren Waltham, Bates and Palmer. Naval affairs-Messrs Cameron, chairman Hale, Stanford, Stockbridge, Chandler, McPher son, Butler, Black burn and Gibson Ua.) Patents-Messrs Dixon, chairman; Platt, San ders, Cary, Gray, Chiffon and Kyle. Printing-Messrs Manderson, chairman; Flaw ley and German.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18

Suburban Fruit Farm.
 f twenty minutes easy drive from Yale uni versity and city hall. Income large with small outlay Address,
 my4 If BOX 14O6, New Haven, Conn.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
OVER AN EMBANKmENT.

Rad Wreck on the Southern Kansas
 Railroad-Many Passengers Hurt.
 CHERnYvALE, Kan, Dec. 17.-A pas senger train on the Southern Kansas rail road was wrecked two miles north this morning The accident was due to the ties being defective. The express car, two regular coaches and the sleeper were all hurled down a high embankment, with about forty passengers on board. Twenty six persons were more or less injur- ed. Those seriously injured are Conductor Eli Parsons, Mrs Lizzie Mcguire of Sharon, Kan, and a little col ored boy. Fire broke out and all the cars ditched were consumed. The engine and baggage and mail cars did not leave | the track
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
NOT A SOUL ESCAPED.
A Thrilling Tale of Collision and
 Shipwreck at Sea.

A Thrilling Tale of Collision and
 ShipVvreek at Sea.
 NEW YORK, Dec. 17.-Captain Dexter of the bark Kentigern from London called at the maritime exchange this morning and told of thrilling experience encoun- tered off the mouth of the Thames in one of the recent violent gales that swept the English channel and caused the loss of barks entire crew.
 The Kentigern was at anchor, ready to start on her voyage. Near her was an- chored Russian bark, having 8 crew of twenty-six men. In the evening the wind which had been strong, began to increase in violence and soon came with the force of gale. The seas were running high and broke over the rail, drenching the men on watch. At midnight there was no abate- ment of the gale, and the vessel strained her fast. Suddenly the captain heard 6 crash, and running forward he found that the Russian bark near by had dragged her anchors and was driven down on the Ken tigern's jibboom. The Russian had the foremast of her ship broken of, leaving a hole in her hull through which the sea poured. The Russian bark then swung alongside the Kentigern, where she remain ed for few minutes.
 The shock of the collision brought all hands on deck on both vessels. On the Russian craft all was confusion and fright. In the short time the vessels were together Captain Dexter threw out ropes and shouted to the other captain and crew to catch them and chamber on board the Ken tigern, but the Russians did not seem to l understand, and made no attempt to get | on board. Shortly afterwards the Russian | bark swung sstern and the gale drove her on the rocks, where she broke and began | to settle. Big seas broke over her and
 tumbled upon her decks, washing away
 several of the crew, and in a very short
 time the bark gave lurch and went down
 to the bottom, carrying all with her. In such sea no boat could be lowered, and | Captain Dexter said that not single soul | escaped from the ill-fated bark
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
NEw VAULT TO BE BUILT.

Registrar Carr will Probably Have a
 Fireproof Vault Built in His Pres ent Quarters in Which 10 Preserve
 Records.
 The special joint committee appointed some time since in reference to the exist ing difficulties between the city and town, as to the occupancy of certain quarters in the city hall and for the purpose of pro viding a suitable place in which to preserve the records of deaths, births and marriages, held an executive session yesterday in reference to the matter after visiting the towns part of the hall and noting the man. ner in which it is necessary to keep the records at present.
 It is understood that at the meeting it was decided to confer with the town coun' sel in reference to the matter, and plan was also brought forward to build fire proof vault in the quarters at present oc cupied by the registrar, if such plan b: feasible. The committee will meet and confer together again before submitting report to the court of common council.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
HILLS SEAT IN DANGER,
Claims That He Has Lost His Title
 to a Seat by Abando nment.

Claims That He Has Lost HIS I1tle
 to a Seat by Abando nment.
 WAsH1N GToN, Dec. 1.-The published statements that the republican senators have virtually decided to contest the seats of Senators Hill, Brice and White attracted some attention among the senators to-day. Careful inquiry fails to disclose anything like any organized movement in that direc- tion, and in fact it appears that the repub- lican senators have as yet given the sub ject little thought. So far as Senator Hills seat is concerned, it is believed that when he presents himself to take the oath of office an objection may be forthcoming from his colleague, Senator Hiscock, based on the charge that Senator Hill has lost title to his seat by abandon ment. The question so raised would be purely legal and some of the republican senators who would be required to pass upon as members of the committee on | privileges and elections say it would be 1 disposed of, if presented, without regard | to polit considerations. A republican senator to-day said that the contention in regard to Governor Hills case will be sub stantially as follows: That his continuing to hold, after the 4th of March, 1891 (when he was entitled to be senator) an office ad. mittedly incompatible with the senator | ship, operated as @ renunciation of the latter; and that if it has not already done so an important question is presented at | to how long a person thus situated could hold the governorship and keep the senatorship position vacant.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
Friday, December IS, 1891
MIR. HUBBARD ELECTED.

He is Unanimously Chosen President
 of the Young Mems Republican
 Club-The Club Takes Steps Toward
 Moving Into other Quarters.
 The result of the election held by the Young Mems Republican club last evening is not a surprise to those who have been watching the progress of affairs during the past two weeks, as the slate prepared by the Hubbard faction went through without breakage.
 After disposing of the minor details of the meeting, L. W. Cleaveland, with few introductory remarks, presented the name of B. Dexter Hubbard. No other name was presented, and the club proceeded to ballot. The result was as follows: Total votes cast, A; necessary to a choice, 22 B.De1ter Hubbard had 30, David H. Clark 4, E. Maxcy Hitler 5, John W. Lowe 9, A. P. Wilder 2 and James A Howarth 1.
 The election of MT. Hubbard was made unanimous.
 The club then elected other officers as follows: vice president, John W. Lowe: secretary, H. H. Guernsey; treasurer, C.L- Clark; assistant treas
 The following slate as presented by the nomi- nating committee was elected without dissent:
 Advisory committee--First ward, F. W. Skin; Second ward, James R Lyon; Third ward, va cant; Fourth ward, Edward Wines; Fifth ward, w. l. Peck; Sixth ward. J. B. Futile; Seventh ward, Frank Coleman; Tenth ward L. w. Cleaveland; Eleventh ward, Lewis L Bradley; Twelfth ward, George H. Norden; Thirteenth M. Bald win; Fifteenth ward, A H. Burr
 Committee on complaint-S- H. Dawson, E. J. Veazey, F. L. Averill, John W. Hum. A c. Bush nell; sergeant-at-arms, Frank E. Turner.
 Daniel H. Clark was chosen as 6 delegate to the state league.
 A committee consisting of Luzerne Lud- dington, Hart D. Munson. H. E. Marsh, A. M. Hitler and s. NJ. M Smith, was ap- pointed by the president to investigate the desirability of moving into new quarters or rather, to look up new quarters that the club might move to in case they should decide to vacate their present rooms in view of the increased rent asked. The club has been paying $360 for the rental of the rooms they occupy, but the proprietors of the building have notified them of an advance to $450. Many are in favor of vacating, while some are disposed to le, main and pay the advance in rent. The latter were decidedly in the minority last night, neverthless they tried to have the vote rescinded which appointed the committee of investi gation. Some discussion followed and was wound up when President Hubbard announced himself as in favor of change provided new and better quarters could bt secured at a reasonable price. The vote | remsined as passed. B. Dexter Hubbard, the newly elected president of the Young l Mems Republican club, is a well known | republican worker of sterling qualities He is a native of this city and, as leader in politics in the Fourth ward, he hs. made his mark in ward politics. He is ont of the only two or three who has ever rep resented the yonng republicans in th, | council chamber.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18

Van Houtu'e OocoaPgrfectly p,reinstantane
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18

Before Buying Toys, HOLIDAY goods, etc, call at I'll d1S 1t 446 STATE STREET.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
Prize Fight.

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 27.-Billy Woods of Denver and Zoe" Choynski of San Francisco fought at the Pacific club for a purse of LOGO tonight. The betting was 100 to 65 on Choynski. Woods had the advantage in weight, height and reach. He weighed 181 pounds to his opponents 172. Both men were apparently in the best con- dition. Woods seconds were Martin Mur- phy and Patsy Hogan. Choynski had Fitz- patrick and Eddie Green. Mike Sullivan was referee. Time was called at nine o'clock
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18

ITO the Board of County Commissioners for l New Haven County hereby apply for a license to sell spirituous and intoxicating liquors at 352 East street, in the town of New Haven Dated at New Haven, the 18th day of December, A. D. 1891. .F MICHAEL O'BRIEN.
 Recommended by Thomas O'Brien, Timothy Mahoney, Stephen Collins, Thomas Quinn, Peter McKeOn, d1S 25
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
Forced Resignation of Mtchigan's
 Secretary of State.

LANSING, Mich, Dec. 17.-In response to an emphatic demand from Governor Winans, Daniel E. Speer, secretary of state, late last night, rendered his resigna- ton, which was promptly accepted.
 This is sequel to rumors that have been current for some days, and took shape by the filing of charges against Speer by the mayor of the city, the most important of which was that of selling and appropri- ating to his own use the proceeds of fifty sets of Howelrs Annotated Statutes; the giving away of several hundred copies of the Michigan manual contrary to law; of demanding, on penalty of dismissal from office if he refused, the sum of $500 from his deputy as compensation for his ap- pointment to the office, and extravagant purchases of supplies at a loss to the state. When confronted with the charges by the governor he acknowledged their truth.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
DISHONEST BOOKKEEPER.
Arrested and Jailed for Elm beZZlinS-
 His Method of Robbery.


 KANSAS CIrY, Dec. 17.-J. L. Ferguson, a bookkeeper in the National bank of Kansas City, was arrested to-day and jailed for embedding $20,000 from the bank. Ferguson was i'll Tuesday and re- mained at home,, and when he went to work Wednesday in order to carry ahead his fraudulent account he had to change the figures made by his temporary predecessor. This was dis covered and investigation followed. Fer guson made full confession. His method was peculiar He opened a fictitious ac- count and raised the figures on the receiv- ing teller's blotter so as to show deposits accordingly. Then he credited the account with the false deposits and drew checks in the fictitious name in order to keep up with the deposits. Not cent is left, but the bank will get $6, ,000 from the American Surety company, which is Fsrguson'a surety. Ferguson declares he spent all the money, some on poker, some on dissolute women He is single man.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
Lii Hung Chang All With the Grip.

LONDON, Dec. TIA Shanghai dispatch says Ii Hung Chang has Q severe attack of influenza His doctors are anxious about him. It is reported that several mission stations on the Yang rse Kiang are men aced. More men, f-war are imperatively necessary to protect the river. The European residents have formed an armed defence league and are ready for action at any moment.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
struek Against the Bridge.

Charles Coon, brakeman on the Con- solidated railroad, was injured last evening by his head coming in contact with the Court street bridge, while on top ot car He was taken to his home on Winter street and Dr. Whittemore summoned. His injuries are not considered serious.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
To Restore Duties.

WASHINGTON, D. O., Dec. 10.-It is i'm possible at this time to obtain official ut terance in regard to reports that the presi- dent has decided to issue a proclamation in few days restoring the duties on sugar, molasses, coffee, hides, etc., i'm ported from the countries that have not negotiated treaties under the provisions of the Mckinley act. Government officials merely state that the report is unauthor- ized. It is expected that an official an nouncement on the subject will be made in few days. The action said to be con. templated is authorized by section of the Mckinley act.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
MAVERICK BANK DIVIDEND.

The Comptroller of the Currency
 Decides to Declare One of Forty
 Per Cent.
 WASHINGTON, Dec. 1.-The comptroller of the currency has decided to make a dividend of 40 per cent. to claimants of the insolvent Maverick National bank of Boston. It will take several days to pre- pare the checks and due notice will be given when they are ready for delivery to creditors
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
Collision of Vessels.

NEW YORK, Dec. 17.-Steamer Havana while returning from the fishing banks to- day collided near Sandy Hook with schooner Randall bound to Virginia. Both vessels were damaged and it is said one man was drowned or killed in jumping from the steamer aboard the schooner.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
Strike Ended.

DENVER, Dec. 17.-A special from Crested Butte says The coal miners strike was virtually ended tonight, when forty Austrian miners went to work loading coke on the cars. The men were protected by an armed posse of fifty men. The op- orators will next attempt to work men in the mine. This will be opposed by the Ital-
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
DEATHS.

M'CAFFREY- this city, Dec; F, at the resi- Libbie E., daughter of Owen and Kate Mo Caffrey.
 TIERNAN-In this city, December 16, at her residence, 11S Day street, Ann, wife of Patrick Herman.
 Funeral from her late residence. 11s Day street, Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. KEAN-Dec 18th, 1891. Mrs. Louis R. Kean, wife of Owen Kean.
 Saturday, 18th, at 2:30 p. m 2t* AUSTIN-In this city, Dec. 17th, Henry Austin, aged 87 years.
 Funeral at 423 George street. Sunday at 1a:ao. Relatives and friends invited. 2t* BRISTOL-In this city, on the 17th inst, Lias H. Stone, wife of M Franklin Bristol, aged 40 years, months, Il days
 Funeral services will be held at her late resi- dence No 573 George street, on Sunday after noon at 230 o'clock. Friends of the family are invited to attend. Friends will kindly omit flowers. 2t BOWDrTCH-Entered into rest, Thursday, Dec. 17th, Frances s. King, beloved wife of Edwin - B. Bowditch.
 Funeral Saturday at 2:45 p. m Dec. 18th, at the convenience of the family. 2ts
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
Entertainments.
Bells Church Street Dime Museum.
For the Week Commencing Mon
 necember IlIh.

George Lppert, the Wonderful Man; born with a perfect legs and I5 toes: the human tripod
 A new illusion, Lots Wife turned into a pillar of salt.
 Prof Linden, the Human Eel Prof. George Ssmson the StronEes; Man on Earth Miss Lulu Nav the wonderful Mind Reader Beatrice Re dell. in her wonderful Black Art Robert Crsw ford in his interesting description of the Whaling Industry Delsyanti, the Great, the Only Jug gler, Open from P. m until ii:so P. m
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18

Few names are better known in republi- can politics than that of Stephen Benton Elkins. who has always been one of the most fervent and persistent supporters of James G. Blaine. MT. Elkins was born in Ohio in 1S41, but in early life went to Missouri, where he studied law. He served in the war in 1869, '63, and was admit ted to the bar in New Mexico in 1864. There he accumulated a fortune in mining and stock-raising and served as member of the legisla- ture, as attorney general, and as United States district attorney. He was twice elected delegate to congress, and in 1874 delivered an address in favor of admitting New Mexico to the Union, which attracted some attention In 1875 he became interested in the West Virginia system of railroads. In 1872 he became a member of the national republican com mittee In the Chicago convention of 1884 he was active in securing the nomi- nation of Blaine for the presidency, and supported him energeticslly throughout the canvass. The wife of the new secre- tary is the daughter of ex-United States Senator Davis of West Virginia.
Morning journal and courier., 1891-12-18
TWO STEAMERS WRECKED.
No Lives Lost by Either Disaster-Or
 Was a British Trader.

Was a British Trader.
 LONDON Dec. 17.-Advices received here from Swatow state that the steamer Yum nan (Br.) has been wrecked and that her cargo has been lost. The steamer Tong shan, while endeavoring to assist the Yum nan, went ashore and will probably be a total loss No lives were lost by either disaster.
 The Yunnan was reported at Shang ghai, bound for Chee Foo. The Tongshan is 8 British steamer trading in China seas.