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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-01-10

!. q. PHELPS. >rc'y Citizens, Committee.
Helena. MoutnnR
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-01-10
PRICES MOVE UPWARD.
;TOCKSACTIVE AND HIGHER

,vrOTRAGED By TIE RAILWAY STU ALTON
.,rrs At TIE STOCK EXCHANGE-JANUAEY o.
GOVERyNENT BONDS.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-01-10

rJ,nE BooK or oPEN.AIR sPoRrs, octave 900 RAGS.
i iIustr,fed The standard authority ON American "u"h-
mir am,,.rmens Rules for sailing, SWIMMING ball pay
ing shooting horseback riding &C. &c, IN iui 81 per
copy. Published The Tribune New-N ork Lntctaul'
Ing and universally COMMUNICATED b. Ao piss.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-01-10
I'd MARKET.

There was an unusually large business In Gov
ernment bonds al advancing prices. The demand
confined 10 the per cents and tine advance
only partial recovery OF the recent decline
The closing quotations were unchanged as fol
lows:
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
OUR BIG SISTER CITY.
AFFAIRS IN BROOKLYN.
rerr,blv Burned in ExposionWhat is Going on az no
Yard-Plans of Clubmen-News About the tesi'
mens-Items of General Interest

~ the conservative in each corps the comm'.eo
will probably be able to formulate measure "moh
vould greatly benefit the Navy. The Naval |onr
mittee will thus be better able to agree upon heeuo
legislation than II they depend upon tho DIS oia
mn nv the officers OF each corps separately Iherc Is
great need of doing something that will forever seo
the line and staff rank question, and officers OF al
corps have been praying Congress for years to reanus'
the paw tables and especially to provide better sys
tenn OF longevity pay for officers who have peeh III
one grade twenty years or more
II IS also recognized through the large amount Oh
recent literature, petitions and other kinds tha' 'o
thing needs 10 be done to improve the general con.
dition the standard Of intelligence, and the techncaI
education Of the enlisted men. both on deck ana In
the complicated machinery departments IT Is looked
upon as Of the necessities Of the great develop
nens in naval science. IL blu could 9e paI5 ~r
and nrolnen who save been many years in service,
rcadjustlpg their pay and other ptlvegees s @
listed force would be Improved. d.. u.u 40
In the matter OF pay for the officers as wen A.
en adjusted Appeals have been made to Congress
year after year. calling attention to the congeSr"
ton aud grandfathers getting to be too numerous
In the junlor grades. officers are unequal 70 thc
soG rGGusRb ne so n Of
station said Yesterday An age limit for the dnerens
all other navies. but have officers OF even tho
grade Of lieutenant who are fifty years or over.
There Is necessity fOr the increase OF llic nuIoc
Of officers In certain grades, and OF the total num-
her Of enlisted In order properly to man al the
ships of the Navy Under the law the enlisted iorcc
E limited to 500 besides 80 apprentice boys. This
limit having been reached within about forty. the
secretary Thursday ordered all enllstng 10 DC
discontinued until further orders and vet there arc
several Of the ships not yet having the complement
of crews with three or four Others soon to be ready
for commission. / think there will be much benefit
TO the service a result Of the sitting Of the Naval
report Of the needs OF the Navy could be made to
Congress next session.
TO Judge from The Print q monthly publication
of members Of the OF the flagship Philadelphia.
now in Iiayan waters and the second copy OF which
was received at the Navy Yard Yesterday, the OIL
Ger, and men Of the North Atlantic Squadron, es-
pcclay of the Philadelphia have recognized the fact
that there is much 10 lie enjoyed on such cruise
IL they provide for their own entertainment. Wash
ington's Birthday celebrated by q series Of in
terc,ting contests to the winners Of which were
awarded prizes In the athletic contests the most
ntcre sting the whcelbaTow race the cake dance
and the pic eating match Swedc. Piers. ate his pie
The quickest and won the prize OF 80. Four
American sailors got their I'LL Of pic only.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
INCIDENTS IN HARLEM.
DISCUSSING RAPID TRANSIT-THE REPUB
IJCAN CLUBS SIDEBOARD.

Tho week began as usual with rapid transit the
Executive Committee of the League holding regular
meeting at the Harlem Democratic Cino. Inc ch'ei
ta,rre n, the evening was the explanation by Charles
H. Butler Of the plans OF the elevated railroads 70 get
another slice OF Battery Park through the medium Oh
the McCIelland bill. The subject was discussed ~
length by Mr. Butler r. Clarence Dorsett
Fra A. Tuttle, Charles &. Cronin, Henry Altman
Colonel T. C. Campbell and Senator BOYD. MT. Cronih
introduced and urged the passage OF resolution III
str,c.ing the Committee on Legislation TO 80 10
Albany and advocate the passage Of the McCleiland
measure such action was regarded as premature by
the majority Of those present and the resolution was
referred TO the Committee on Advocacy ana fropes'
This committee will report at special meeting 10 Dc
held tomorrow night at which time 1t Is expected the
whole subject of rapid transit will once more be ex-
hautively considered, with what practical result re-
mains to be seen.
The Harlem Law Library was Incorporated on Mon
eay The trustees are Daniel p. Hays. c. F. Mclean,
George c. Lay, Ezra A. Tutte, Charles w. Dayton
James C. De la Mare, Henry p. McGown and John a.
Deadly.
The trustees met Friday evening at the Harlem
Democratic Club and organized by eeotng Ezra a.
futile president, George c. Lay secretary. Daniel p
HAYS treasurer, and Charles G.. Cronn librarian Ihey
also adopted seal, and directed the ofioe 10 Issue
stock TO the subscribers for the various amounts TAKEN
One OF the social Incidents Of the week was
costume surprise party given by the Misses Eoochauu
on Monday evening TO Mr. and Mrs. Harkins OF NO.
100 East One-hundred- and twenty -nnth-st ~ MD
night supper was served. follower D! o0.'"'n'
Among those present the Misses Annie and Agsie
Godchaud, Miss Mary Fitzpatrick, the Misses Dewald
Pummer Harlins and Keller. signor Dinort the COM
poser: Clarence Kane A. Godchaud. Frederick An
nor Seymour blum and J. Dewald
IIarlcms Friendly Sons Of ST. Patrick. to the num-
Der OF over sixty celebrated ST. Patricks Day by an
evening dinner at Cases hotel in Central Park Among
those who sat at the tables were President Thomas F.
HAYES. S. H. Bailey. Commissioner Thomas F. Giroy'
Joseph P. Fallon, William II. Burke, Thaddeus
Moriarty, Nicholas Haughton. John Norton, DAVID
Barry. Frank McMullcn, John NJ. German, Edward j.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
DiMAGES FOR THE DEATH OF HIS SON.

The jury in the suit Of Thomas Seymour to obtain
damages from the Brooklyn City Railroad Company
fer the death Of his son. Jesse Seymour yesterday
morning brought in verdict Of 81 900 for the plain
IN. on May H. 1890 the boy, with two playmates
George sumner and Willie Barton. was going through
(ireene-ave, when a builders wagon drove past and
they jumped on behind for ride. When the driver
discovered them he ordered them off, Jesse fell as
he Jumped into the street, and coming on be-
halnd ran over him and injured him so badly that he
died few days later The two boys testified that when
Jesse fell the fifteen feet away. They were
the only witnesses the plaintiff had and s. a. White
house the attorney for the defence characterized them
A. only lone pair To this James G. Church. for
a palr would beat high. The ace high was the
Ear driver who testified that the boy fell almost under
the horses feet and that he did all he could to stop
The car, but that the horses frightened and
almost unmanageabe. The was tried before Chief
Judge Clement In the City Court.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
GATHERED About BROOKLYN.

The Brooklyn Society of Parks and Fairgrounds for
Children is negotiating ror the lease of vacant land
the Heights for the establishment OF playground for
children II the experiment proves successful it will
be followed by the opening Of Fairgrounds in various
parts OF the city. s. Is. Duryea is president Of the
society.
The statement that any members Of the police force
refused TO drill with Wiley g. Overton, the newly ap-
pointed colored member Of the force, is cmphaically
denied By Police Inspector Mclaughlin, who drills the
men.
A lecture upon "Heiner will be given by the Rev.
H. Price Collier in Association Hall at p. IN. to-
morrow before the Department Of Philology Of the
Brooklyn Institute.
The body OK Mrs. Mary Reilly, Of No. % IIicksst..
was found in the water of Jayst. yesterday morning.
She arose about 80 and told her husband that
she was going downstairs. When she did not return
her husband began search for her. but no trace could
be found until her body discovered. 1t is sup
posed that snc was ont Of her mind. She was thirty
seven years old, and left three children
A meeting of the residents of the city Of Welsh
descent will be held in the Beecher Memorial CoDgrc-
Cati0nal Church evening 10 do honor to the
name and fame Of Mr.. Beecher. Addresses Will 10
made BIZ ex PostmasterGeneral Thomas l.. James. ex.
Judge Noah Davis, the Rev. Hugh Davies and the Rev.
John Evans.
A ladies' reception will be held by the Fifteenth
Ward Republican Club at its headquarters, No. 373
North second-st.. the evening of April o.
The new regulations Of the Civil Service Commission
exclud. detective. sergeans from entering the COM
pctl,ive examinations for captains Of the police force
unless they have served for thrce years regular
serccants and have gained the familiarity with tho
Penal Code that service at the station-housc desk
imparts The forty-eght detectives on the force do
not fancy this prohibition in their careers. as some
Of the captains now in Office were appointed when
and
now among the number. The pay Of detectives was
rased n wear or so ago to the figure the pay
of sergcants. and they were then dubbed detective
sergeants. Few Of them would be willing 10 do
desk duty in order TO reach the rank Of captain.
Tho Literary Association of Adelph Academy will
give a reception in tho Acamedy chapel next Thurs
day evening at 8 O'Clock.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
GLOTES,
For Easter.

A full assortment of the celebrated
Xavier JOuvin Kid and Suede Gloves,
both button and mOusquetaire the
finest quality and best wearing gloves
made. We are sole agents in Brooklyn
for them.
Ladies' Pearl Kid Gloves, with black
embrsidery, button and mOusquetaire.
Mems Jouvin Pique Kid Gloves
elegant fitting and fine wearing gloves
5000 per pair.
Mems Kid Gloves for street wear,
$3.50 per pair.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
Trimmed Hats
and Bonnets,
Untrimmed Hats
and Bonnets,
Bonnet Frames,
Flowers, Ribbons,
Fancy Trimmings
and Straw Braids,
in every desirable quality-all offered
at most moderate prices.
A visit of inspection is cordially in
vited.

We have apologized long enough for
our cramped quarters. Two years ago
we thought they were amply large
enough to accommodate our business
for five years to come. We have found
out that we were mistaken, and now
have secured the property between us
and 7th-ave., which will give us an I'M
broken front of 112 feet. Some time
in May we hope to be able to announce
the opening of our modest extension.
On our counters this week you will
find lots of bargains. Here are a few
specimens of what we are offering:
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
SILK NOTELTIES.
Rich RrOcaded CHINA SilES.

24-inch, white and cream grounds,
large and small designs, also satin
stripes with polka dots and figures,
Sl.25 per yard.
22-inch cream and white Satin Stripe
China, with colored figures, $3.50 per
yard.
24-inch Hemstitched BrOcaded China
Silk, cream and white, Sl.25 per yard.
24-nch Black Brocaded China Silk,
20 designs, 1875 per yard.
24-inch Black Brocaded China Silk.
satin figures and stripes, S1.5O per
ward.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
CLOVES.

Complete line of Spring shades, 4-but-
ton Kid Gloves, from CSC. to S1.S9p pair.
S-button Suede Mousquetaire, Sl.39
to 1925 pair.
Misses 4-button and Mousquetaire,
csc. to S1.45.
Genuine Foster Hook Gloves in Z
Hook and MOusquetalre.
Every pair of the above warranted
and fitted at the counter.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
CLOAK DEPARTMENT.
THE Latest NOrelties

in Ladies' Jackets, Coats and Vests,
Louis Nv. shapes; also Refers and
Blazers in newest styles.
Mantillas and Capes in Velvet Ben
galine, Ottoman, Cancels Hair, Ladies'
Cloth and fancy cloth materials, with
trimming of embroidery, lace, jet and
jewclled effects.
Long Garments for travelling and
shopping, newest effects.
Ncwmarkets in Albion and Duchess
of Fife styles.
SPECIALIZE imported Wraps and
Capes which have been used as models,
at S29.5O each-only half the original
prices.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
EMBROI DERIES.
A Rare Opportunity.

to secure new and desirable goods at
less than half the regular prices.
An importers stock of %, - and 40
inch houncings, and Cambria, Main
sock and Swiss Edgings and Insertings.
rs to S5ct. Flouncings for 80 cts.
SI.OO to S1.10 80
S1.40 to $1.5O CD
$500 9S
$3.50 Sl.2o.
Edgings and Insertings, 2, 5, 8 and
123 cts. per yard.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
ELYS'.

We offer hearty congratulations and
best wishes to our neighbors who have
completed on the block below their
beautiful business edifice. Such
building enriches 125th-st. and In
creases its Importance as a trade
centre.
All success to the old firm and the
new store.
We are now showing our new Bon
nets. Millinery richness and variety,
such as we've never had the match OF.
You know what that means.
The cases are now filled with the
choicest assortment we have ever
shown of
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
BLACK GOODS.

Black Cashmere Suit Patterns, with
new designs in black and black and
white corded embroidery for trimming.
High class novelties in black and
black and white Cancels Hair, with
tufts and figures.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
SDecinL Values.

22-inch Two-tone Printed China Silk
full range of tints, SO cts. per yard.
2O-inch all silk Black Satin Rha-
danes, SO cts. per yard.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
SDeciaI Value.

An excellent quality allwool Domes-
tic Cheviot, in exact imitation OF the
most popular Scotch designs, 80 cts.
per yard.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
FY0,cers and Feathers.

A magnificent assortment in all the
natural effects in Flowers and Foliage.
Full assortment of all the small col
ored Ostrich Tips, in over 100 different
shades and cOlOrings.
SPECIAL.-1O0 dozen extra fine
Black Tips, 6S cts. per bunch; regu-
lar price, $1.20.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
DRESS GOODS.
Select Partisan Robes,

limited number, in single dress pat
terms (no duplicates, in the newest en-
broidered and .jewelled effects, will be
shown tomorrow.
French Combination Suits, entirely
different from any previously shown,
in Melange Cheviot, with frise and
novelty silk figures, $1,000, s17.5O,
$4,000 and $500 per pattern.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
Special.

200 doz. S-Button Suede Mousque-
taire, in Blacks, Tans and States, Csc.
pair.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22

MlaAMMMM3@
IMPORTING RETAILERS,
Fulton st., opposite DeKab AYE,
BROOKLYN
The system OF selling every articie AZ
asmaIl profit, but Of n Thoroughly
reliable quality, is a ruling Pri"'
cipIe Of this firm.
MILLINERY.
Hats, Bonnets and TOQates'
the latest Paris and London styles for
Spring, now ready, in unequalled as-
sOrtment.
Untrin,n,ed Stra,U Goods,
the most complete stock we have ever
shown; every style of Fancy bTalus'
and all the leading shapes IN HatS,
Bonnets, Toques and Flats.
Special Sale.
% dozen fine quality genuine White
Leghorn Flats, 80 cts. each; regular
price, s1.9S to 1925.
20 dozen real Black Leghorn Flats,
4s cts. each; regular price, s1.25 to
$3.50,
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
BABY CARRIAGES,
Tn the Basement.

In the Basement.
A full line of Haywood Carriages at
popular prices.
A fine Carriage, upholstered in plush
and with satin parasol, for $500.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
NEWS NECKWEAR.
Oar Spring Importation

of London Neckwear, made for us by
Virgoe, Middleton s. Co.; newest and
choicest designs in materials and
shapes; Puffs, Ascots, Four-in-Hand
and WindsOrs.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1891-03-22
FURNITURE,

FURNITURE,
$4,000 Bedroom Suits for $3.50.
Full size Bedroom Suits, in Antique
oak, XVIth century finish or white
maple, nicely carved woodwork, bevel
mirror on bureau 24x30 inches-suits
equal to any yet sold for S3O.OO-nOw
offered at $3.50.
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1891-07-27
Can't You Catch a.

To q known means OF overcoming that obstinate
d sorder, eonstipations OF course you can
Then why don't you: Ask those who have tried
1t and they will tell that Hostetter's S tom
ach Bifters is a matchless laxative, efectuai
without Internationally Alternative. but
perfectly reliable. Il iDvigorat es. too, no less
than it regulates the system. md IL Is chiefly 10
this first qualify that II owes the pernareney of
its regulating effects since, II vigor L. lacking
in the region of rhs bowels. the stomach or the
liver, healthfnl aetivitF in those organs Is sus-
pended. Deobstruents aud cathartics IN general
ore simply that and nothing more; they relax
the b wells merely without iuvixor2tinx them.
and as their laxative action Is usually abrupt and
violent they really tend to weaken the organs.
Use the Bit ers. al o. for malaria. rheumatism.
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1891-07-27

cupy this permanently. lam tired and
viii 60 to bed at once" He sat down on
a low chair near the register. John
Lindsay moved mechanically forward to
lower the gas which was blazing too
high. BY a lucky accident he awkward
~ knocked Of the glass globe, and in the
attempt to save il from falling to the
floor, thrust his hand into the flame.
The gas instantly neutralized the pecul-
lar form Of ~hypnotism which mad been
exerted over him, and in full possession
Of all his faculties John Lindsay Turned
upon the intruder into his home.
You miserable ghost of ahypnotizer.
said he, Il see through youl Clear out
Of my house or Ill break every cartilage
in your backboneleSs bodys"
He advanced toward Councillor. who
shrank and shrank as he approached.
There was scarcely a figure the size Of a
thirteen-year-old boy remaining in the
low chair when John Lindsay stood over
it with clinched fists. Only the sealskin
gloves remained-as large as ever.
why did you come here? What bust
ness have you here?' Numbered Lindsay.
You said you should really Ike to see
a real live ghost whimpered Connell-
ton, $50 | came in. l was a successful
hypnotizer before l became a ghost, 50 |
thought / would try it on you
with too good success" said Dora,
coming bravely forward. Now, Mr..
Connellton, / want to know If you are
always in this-this shapes ! thought
ghosts can make themselves invisible if
they try?'
They can. lean, answered Connell-
ton.
well, I'll tell yon what we viii do
for you" said Dora, '.for really it is too
cold weather to turn even a ghost out of
doors; If you will make yourself invisi-
bic you can have the use of this room
free until spring. You don't mind rent
ing q a room, do you, John, so long as
we don't get any pay for it,"
yes / do. Dora" said Lindsay. "It's
just like your generous heart to offer to
keep Councillor, but we can't afford to
do it. Now be off with you."
So Connellton arose and his lessened
figure crept dejectedly down stairs and
ont Of the house.
JsS before he opened the front door,
he gave Mrs. Lindsay one Of the large
sealskin gloves. He threw it down at
her feet. s'It's a trophy" he said mourn
fully. Keep it for my sake"
Dora Lindsay put a big bow on it and
tied it around the middle with a piece Of
ribbon, and keeps it up over N corner
of the mirror in the. dix.ug cham
Der. as q s0uvenis Il
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1891-07-27
NORTH HUI DSON.

Michael Harrison, m oil aud respected
citizsn of North Bergen, died suddenly of
heart disease white leaving the festival OF
the ~Sudduetches Yerein AT the Schuetzeu
Park yesterday.
Over $4,000 people visited Eldorado yes
terday listened to the grand concert and
watched the big spectacular play king
Solomon"
Conrad Hepke, a blacksmith on Blum
street, Union Hill, Was arrested Yester-
day charged with assault and battery on
Mrs. Emile Kahn, of No. $40 Spring
street, West Hoboken. Hepke, it is saids
refused to pay Mrs. Kahn some age
due her, and when she uDbraided him he
struck her. Hep1e was held for the
Grand Jury.
George Lee, ten years old, fell of an
embankment ut Highland Park yester-
day aud fractured his knee. He was at
tend ed by Town Physician Rhoades, and
sent to his home on Union street. Union
Hill.
The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1891-07-27
STATE NOTES.

Salem National Bang stock was sold at
auction a few days g &C from slle.50 to
s120.25.
Now that the Ocean County huckleber-
bears being seen is being revived. A
picker thinks he saw one in Manchsste r
township one day last week.
Widow Wilson, who has for years been
trying to earn a poor living out of her
small, sandy farm at Vineland, has just
discovered that the whole is underlaid
with 4 rich deposit of glass sand and that
the farm will readily bring $50, 600.
Twenty-Five rabbits were counted skip
ping by the wayside IN going a distance
Of two miles by q Phiilipsburg man re-
Gently. The woods. highways, byways
and hedges are said to be tull of them
and will offer rare sport for the gunner
when the proper season arrives.
Tn Toms River Courier says:-Last
week a slngle-barrel rife was found
in our bay, on which were
Some Of the bivaIyes upon the stock are
said to be fully six inches long. 1t is now
in the possession of Elias Nayior at Sea-
side Park. 1t must have been in the
water a long time. Captain George Irons
saws that he loaned a gun OF the same de-
scriDtion to Jonn Meyers, a former Toms
River resident. about twenty wears ago,
and that Meyers dropped the gun over
board about where this wa found. He is
sure this is the same weapon. The gun
was found by a young man named Potter
of the mout OF Potter's Creek.
William Welsh. is years old, died of
iockjaw in the hospital at Newark last
week. On Jaly 4. while firing a small
cannon with some companious, he was
struck by the cotton wal, which pene-
traIed the muscle of his thigh.
thomas Bains died in the Cooper hos.
pital. Camden, q few DAYS ago.
through the kindness of a friend. Bains
was injured by an engine. Two
days afterward a man appeared at the
hospital M begged so ~piteously to see
Bains that his request was granted ia di-
rect violation of the rules. While in the
sick room the stranger slipped his friend
a pint bottle Of whiskey. The patient
drank the full pint of liquor aud died in a
lew minutes.
William Lewis. eleven wears old, and
Johnny Mclaughlin, five Years older, ran
away1from their home in Mllburn on July
10, 10 go West. The pair had a combined
capital OF TO cents. To provide against
hunger Lewis secured five ioaves of
bread from u baker, having the cost of
them, % cents, charged to his father.
Nenher OF The youngsters has been heard
from.