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The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
TWENTY-NINE BODIES.
Recovered From n Coal Mine and More
Under Ground.

SPRING HILL, n. S., Feb. 2l.-An explosion
occurred in the east slope Of the coal mine
this afternoon. IL is feared tonight that
seventy men and boys arc dead. Twenty
nine bodies have been recovered. The
work of recovering the bodies IL being
pushed forward. Many of the bodies taken
out are almost unrecoaniznble. The dead
are being identified by sorrowing friends
and relatives amid heartrending scenes.
The injured are being cared for and every
thing possible IL being done for them. Doc
tors from Parrsboro Amherst and Oxford
were teiegraphsd for and arrived promptly
to render necessary aid for the ailev.aii ion
of the suffering. Many of those wounded
are badly burned. Only partial list
of the injured is obtainHbie. The
death of most of those brought up IL attrI-
bnted to fire. damp. Many are not dis
figured. Many OF the dead and those miss
ing leave large families. Tho explosion CO.
Cured in tho east side OF tho cast seam,
The cnuse is unknown. After thorough
of all the pits few DAYS ago
n workmen's committee expressed them
selves satisfied with the excellent conditions
Of the workings. The inspector YESTERDAY
found no indications of gas. Manager
swift is among the missing. All hope of
saving the lives of those in the mine has
been abandoned. Inquiries are pouring in
from all quarters from relatives of those
employed.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
REASONS ARE GIVEN
ny tho Majority OS tho House Coinsgh
Com 1nlttAe.


WARRINGTON, Fob. 21.--The adverse rc-
port Of the majority Of the house coinage
committee ON the senate free coinage bill
ssys, in part: Under tho present act 4D4,-
WV,0O annually arc being added to the
volume Of currency Of the country in the
form oftreasury notes for bullion purchased.
This largely exceeds the contraction in the
way OF the retirement Of bank notes and in
ten years would at the same rate gradually
add to the volume Of currency the above
amount OF bank notes, should they
be all retired, S3G0,0OO,OOO. The
secretary Of the treasury states that
the amount of surplus OF silver
| in the world above the amount used in art
and coinage in alI other countries than the
United States was, for 1883, 81, ,00O, 800 ounces.
il this estimate II correct, under the present
law there y provision for using the worlds
surplus, which is all that unlimited coiua oe
could accomplish. II is said, however, that
the demand OF tho present law does not call
Tor all the silver surplus, and that there are
now 'bearing' the market fifteen million
ounces, which are sufficient to keep down
the price Of silver to its present selling fig
ure. Whether these fifteen million ounces
are likely to remain threat to tho market
or whether. they arc used by designing
persons as temporary means to depress the
price, isa matter upon which intelligent
persons who have appeared before the COM
Inittee differ. This can be determined by
the continuance of the present policy OF
buying no more than tine 4,5O0,OO0 ounces
monthly provided for by the existing law.
IL the presence of fifteen million ounces
is continued only for the purpose of effect
ing some change Ill legislation it will soon
be permitted to 20 its way. If, on the
other hand, it is in actual excess over the
demand, it will be easy ut any future time
for congress to provide for its absorption into
the volume of currency. Treasury notes
issued under the present law are legal tend
or. This is the highest function that could
be given silver under free coinage. SO that
under the existing law we have provision
for the use of all silver that would be
brought to the mintg under free coinage,
assuming the worlds surplus to be as al
ready stated. The money issued has all the
legal qualities and purchasing power Of
coined money and in addition, is confined
practically to the American produce, 40 tho
United States il out of all danger, 30 stren-
uously insisted upon by many persons, of
the flooding Of our market with the silver
OF the world,
The present law at the time of its passage
was declared by many ardent supporters Of
free coinage to be satisfactory. The con-
d1tions are SUBSTANTIALLY the same as then.
II the present law, when passed, promised
TO all intents and purposes the use of tho
American product an authorized the Issue
OF money as good for all purposes as coined
silver, it is not now evident to the commit
tee wherein it has failed in It's promise nor
where it is Ill the future likely to fail to &C.
complish that desirable end.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
The one Metropolitan Stock
of the CITY,
SPECIAL NOTICE.

Our DR.. King is now at hom'
and may be found at the store
daily. He is qualified and com
pletely equipped practical, Opt
clan; graduate Of the celebrated
King Optical company Of Cleve
land, Ohio, a firm known tn.
world over. He gives you first
class service at moderate prices
Don't be deceived by peripatetit
quacks, who charge you abnorm.
al prices sfor Indifferent lenses
and treatment. DIR. King i.
the only man in Montana who
prepares compound lenses fol
complicated cases. See and talk
with him before you pay any
money for anything SO important
for your comfort as glasses to
preserve and restore your sight
SIGHT IS PR/CELESS'
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
ASKS FOR A MILLION.
The Widow and Children Of Gen. Barrun
dia Demand Indemnity.

Tie Widow and Children Of Gen. Barrun
dia Demand Indemnity.
NEW YORK, Feb. 21.-Transits Aurante,
widow of Gen. Barrundin, killed by the
Guatemalan officers on board the American
steamer Acapulco. has, according to the
World, officially announced her intention
of asking the United States government for
$1.0OO.0O0 indemnity for the killing Of her
husband. The papers in the suit have been
served on Secretary of State Blaine. They
recite that the widow and her minor dauph-
ters, Victoria, Ana Maria, Antoria
Dolores, Luz and Octavia, married
daughter, Teresa Barrundia, the wife
Of Ramon Bongoches. demand $1,000, 600
from the government for Gen. Barrundia's
murder. They declare that in his MESA &c
Of Dec. l, 1890, President Harrison admits
that it WAS by the order of Minister Miner
that Barrupdia WAS apprehended, and this
led to his being murdered by the agents of
the Guatemalan government. In the same
message, the papers.continue it is uncondi-
tionally affirmed that Minister Miner
overstepped his authority when he issued
the order and acted contrary to all estab-
lished precedents IN similar cnses.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
TENEMENT FIRE TRAP.
Six Inmates Burned to Death While Try
Ing to Escape.

Six Inmates Burned to Death While Try.
Ing to Escape.
NEW YORK, Feb. 21.-A disastrous fire in
Brooklyn tenement house tonight re-
suited in the death of six persons.
The house WAS a five-story brick
fiat house on Sands street oc-
cupied by thirty-three families. who
are left destitute by the dest ruction OF their
homes. Before the fremen arrived the fire
had cut off escape by the staircase, while
the front of the building was covered with
fire escapes. and most Of the tenants came
out upon them and were taken down on
ladders which the fremen raised.
Carl Benedict. his wife, an eighteen
months-oid child. and his father, Jacob
Benedict. also attempted to escape by tho
roof. but the grandfather and little grand
son were overcome at the foot of the fatal
stairway and were found beside these of
Mrs. Griffin. Mrs. Downey and little child.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
OPERA GLASSES
WE HAVE THEM FROM
$3 70 800!

We have an immense line, and
too many high priced ones.
Come in and SEE what induce
ments we will offer. Those new
Aluminium ones with self-at-
tached holders are the very swell
est thing-fold up and go into a
neat plush bag. Gold ones also;
very fine. Pearl of all shades
and with self-attached holders.
Secour line; will have window,
full all week.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22

people are locating here on account OF the
cheapness OF tho rcsl estate. cheap in COM
parison with Castle property, and, situated
~ IL IL, midway between Smiths camp and
Castle IL has many valuable properties
close at hand. Among them may DO mem
toned the Cleopatrs, Hidden Treasure
Little Dott. Emma, North Star. Cali
fornio, Powdorly, Iron Chief, Yellowstone,
Silver Star, Castle Crescent and many
others. These are within ono mile Of Rob
inson. Now 1t will certainly be u wonder II
Robinson IL not city ore many years
What 1t wants is u railroad.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
TOWN OF ROBINSON.
A Fi"arishing and Promising City In the
Castle Mountains.

RoriSsoS. Fob. I.-ISpecial. l. That
these mountains are rich in mineral We all
admit: that there must be n large town in
this region some day is a sure thing, but
where that town will be located is a matter
OF conjecture. The press of tine state has
from tho time the camp first started spoken
Of Castle and has led the people TO believe
that that town comprised it all. In that
however, the press is mistaken. as there are
numerous camps through the hills. the
chief among them being tho town of Rob !.
inson. which has probably better location
for town than Castle and may prove il.
ime to be q dangerous rival Of that famed
place. Robinson has never been doomed,
but its growth has been steady. Many
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
AN INFAMOUS TRIO.
Brooks and VITA Held to the Grand Jury
Tom Parker. Gambler.

Brooks and VITA Held to the Grand jury
Tom Parker. Gambler.
SPOKANE FALLS, Feb. 2l.-fSpecial. l.
Barney Brooks and wife. charged with alb
Quoting the l5-year- old Lody Writ for i'm
moral purposes. were to-day held to answer
before the superior court in the sum OF
$1,000 each. which they were unable to give
and went to jail. The testimony showed
that the girl had been put under the intlu-
ence ofopiates from the time she fell into the
hands of Brooks and wife at the Northern
Pacific depot until she was taken TO Seattle.
The physician who examined the girl tssti-
fled that ahe bad been wronyed. Tom Par
ker, the gambler, to whom Miss Writ was
practically sold by Brooks and wife, il be-
lieved to be the man who accomplished her
ruin.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
Great Falls Notes.

GREAT FALLS, Feb. 2l.--[Spscial. l-R. M.
ECloguotte appeared before Judge Huy this
morningto answer n charge brought against
him by Ole OIeson Of keeping house of i'll
fame. He WAS found guilty and fined 800
and costs. An appeal has been taken.
u. o. Wilson, proprietor OF the Home
bakery and prominent citizen, died this
morning aged N. Of pneumonia. He will
be buried Monday
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
AN
OPERA FESTIVAL.

Such as Nine. Juch and COM
pany are going to delight the
citizens Of Helena with, should
call out every lover of art and
prompt them to appear at their
very best. We have lots of ad-
juncts to the proper enjoyment
Of such feast of harmony, and
some necessities. The one ne.
cessity which all will feel the
need of is, beyond question,
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
For opera Dress.

Neck ornaments in profusion.
Hair ornaments, bracelets, etc.
Don't overlook bon-bon boxes.
You will need them between the
acts, partly to keep your husband
from getting restless.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
FAILED TO CARRY
spokane Falls Votes Down Proposition
To Bond the City.

SPOKANE FALLS, Feb. 2l.-iSpccial. An
election to vote on the proposition To bond
the city for $4,000 for public improve
ments WIS held here to-day. Only about
one-third of the registered voters went 10
the polls. The proposition failed to carry.
the vote resulting hbi for and 5s2 against,
three-hfths of the vote cast being necessary
to authorize tho issue of bonds. Public
sentiment Is in favor of bonding the city
but not until new charter has been adop-
ted. when proposition to issue bonds to
the amount of xi.10o.O0O will no doubt be
submitted and carried.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
OPERA GLASS OLDERS

We have these separately from
the glasses. If you are not fla
miliar with the comfort they af-
ford, ask some one who is usin q
them about it. We have them
from $3.50 to Sic; can be fas.
tened to any glass in a second.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
COrbett In CHICAGO.

CHICAGO. Feb. 2l.-James Corbett. the
young California pugilist. is very confident
OF the outcome of bis battle with Peter
Jackson. which is to occur May 81. but he is
not inclined to be boastful. II consider
Jackson" he said, zone OF the best men
that ever donned glove He is purely
scientific, u tremendous hitter and a great
general. or course. il l did not consider
that could defeat him should not have
signed my name to the articles of agree
ment. He will arrive in Snn Francisco
about March l.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
-THE-
]. Steiinmety JeVe|py
Co.,
LEADING JEWELERS.,
Helena, Mont.

N. B.-Finest Watch repair
fg in the northwest. Jewelry
made 10 order and repaired
hamond setting and engraving.
oaginal and artistic. A mail
oaer department. Write for a
rig gauge to order just the fit
v1ta. y fS'ss2
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
D Tommy Ryan in Hoe.

CHICAGO. Feb. 2l.-Tommy Ryan, the
pugilist who whipped Dan Needhsm at Min
neapolis few nights ago, WAS arrested this
afternoon by an Indiana sheriff armed with
proper requisition papers. and hustled cff
to Indiana to answer to charge of having
engaged in prize fight in that state two
months ago. Kyan's friends rushed around
and got out n writ OF habeas corpus. but
reached the depot just in time to see the
train pull ont. They telegraphed to Indi
ana to have him bailed ont. Before leav-
ing. Ryan said: ut is n big bluff to get
stun ont OF me- The Indianans, he
added, wanted to "soak" him for a GOOD
round sum, having heard of his winnings
up north, but it wouldn't 90.
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1891-02-22
CAN WHIP JIM HALL.
Fitzsimmons Says He Can DO This But
viii Refrain

FitzsimmOns Says He Can DO This But
win Refrain.
New York, Feb. 2l.-Bob Fifzsimmons
boxed at variety theater here this after
noon and tonight. In speaking about Jim
Halls arrival i'll San Francisco, Fitzsim-
mons said: II don't know what Hall ex-
poets to do here, but suppose he is look
ing for match with me. He might better
have stayed where he was if that's what he's
after, for he knows can lick him in three
rounds any time. l have done him M
twice already"
But he claims to have whipped you in
Australia
He knows better" said the long fighter.
-! agreed once not to fight my hardest
with him for consideration of &75. / en-
terea into that contract because had no
money and needed some the worst way.
That's all there was to that. He can't whip
one side Of me- and no one knows it better
than he does.'
Hall now?''
mo. not just at present. / am looking
for money and have signed contract for q
year. shall give exhibitions through the
country for few weeks and will then start
for England. ] expect to make handsome
pile giving exhibitions. After my contract
expires shall be ready to meet any man in
the world for 5000 or $4,000 side"
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1891-01-02
The Masquerade.

The New Year masquerade at Free
man Hall Wednesday night was a
complete add pronounced success in
every particular. There were about
sixty maskers, many of the costumes
being original and unique. The
great number of participants pre-
cludes the possibility of giving an ex-
tended description in our limited
space, though among those deserving
of special mention were "The Sun
Flower" liking and Queen of Hearts"
"King and Queen Of Diamonds"
" no and Queen of Clubs" king
Il; -.ueen of Spades" "In search of
an Honest Man." "Officer and Drum
Major" while the policeman" was
found at his post, contrary to the
usual custom of such officers.
The managers are to be congratu-
lated on the success Of the enterprise,
as much amusement was afforded to
both participants and spectators,
there being a large number Of the lat
ter. 1t had been supposed by many
that a masquerade in Elko could not
be made a success, but the affair Of
New Years Eve. proves to the con-
trary, and tho management will no
doubt be encouraged to give another
entertainment before the close of the
present season.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1891-01-02
DR.. Bosanko's Cough and Lung
Syrup.

This syrup is composed of wild
cherry, tar and balsam of Tolu, which
everyone knows are the most tonic
and healing remedies known for the
throat and lungs. To this we add
just enough squills, ipecac and blood
root to loosen and throw off the Of
Tending matter, by expectoratiou.
Ask your doctor if there could posi-
bly, be amore happy com bination for
the cure Of coughs, colds and bron-
chitis, or to build up weak and
emaciated consumptive patient
than this. For Group and whooping
cough there is nothing better, and
every mother who values the lives Of
her little children should ALWAYS keep
it in the house. It is perfectly harm
less and the babies like it. Sod by F.
+. Muller.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1891-01-02
FOR DYSPEPSIA
Ayers Sarsa pariDla

Is an effective remedy, as numerous testfmo
malls concluSively prove. "For two years
I was constant sufferer from dyspepsia
and liver complaint. doctored long
time and the medicines prescribed, In nearly
every case, only aggravated tho disease.
An apothecary advised me to use Ayers
Sarsaparilla. I did so, and was cured
at q cost Of So. Since that time it has
been my family medicine, and sickness has
become q stranger to our household. ]
believe It to be the best medicine on earth"
p. F. McNulty, Hackman, 90 Summer st.,
Lowell, Mass.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1891-01-02
Official Bonds.

We are neither lawyer nor the son
Of lawyer, but We thought we under
stood the English language, though it
appears we do not, when it comes to
the language Of the law. In an
article Wednesday under the above
head we gave 1t simply as our opinion,
though we neglected to say so, that
the law does not require county Of
ficers to give bonds for twice the
amount Of the penal sum of the bond;
but we learn that that has been the
custom from the organization Of the
county, and that the best attorneys
in the State have held that the proper
construction of the law is that when
an officer is required to give bond of
say $4,000 his bond is not valid unless
his several sureties become liable to
an amount which in the aggregate
reaches the sum of $4,000.
Our former assertion was made
without any knowledge of what the
Courts have ruled, and hence it was
merely an ordinary very ordinary
mans opinion, and we stand cor
rected; though not convinced that
the statute as it stands would be so
construed by an ordinary mortal.
The law in question is as follows:
Sec. 1747. Unless otherwise OK
,>ro,ol,1 --@uiIol ii, Ill -
least two sureties upon the official
bond Of every officer.
Section 1748, which relates to the
qualification of sureties, was amended
Feb. Is, 1889, emitting the word
double" from the affidavit of the
surety.
SEC. 1749. When the penal sum of
any bond amounts to more than two
thousand dollars, the sureties may be-
come severally liable for portions not
less than five hundred dollars of such
penal sum, making in the aggregate
at least two sureties for the whole
| penal sum.
We trust, however, that this ex-
PLANTATION will prove satisfactory to
any one who feels aggrieved if there
be any such, as We have neither the
desire nor inclination to interfere
with officers in the discharge Of their
official duties, though we claim the
right to criticize the official acts of
any officer, township, county, State or
National. No man is perfect, and we
are as liable as anyone to "get off on
the wrong foot" without the least in
tention of doing anyone an injustice.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1891-01-02
A Word to Ladies'.

Ladies who desire beautiful clear
skin, free from pimples, boiis, blotches,
and other eruptions, should commence
at once to use DR.. Gums Improved
Liver Pills. They will also remove
that heavy look about your eyes and
make them bright, and will cure
headache from whatever cause it
arises. Remember, you are only re-
1uired TO take one small pill at bed
qme, which is coated with pure sugar,
ind will not grippe or produce aDyun-
pleasant sensation. Sold at % cents
by r, r. Muller.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1891-01-02
FOR ERUPrloNs
A Sure Cure For Piles.

Itching Piles are known by moist
ure like perspiration, causing intense
itching whom warm. This form 40
we'll as Blind, Bleeding and protrud-
ing, yield at once to DR.. Bosanko's
Pile Remedy, which acts directly Oh
the parts affected, absorbs tumors
allays itching and effects n permanent
cure, soc, Druggists or mail; treat Rs
free. Dr.. Bosanko, 800 Arch St,
Philadelphia, Penn. Sold Us +. T..
Muller .-----
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1891-01-02
SALMAGUNDI.

Mrs. H. McAdams arrived this
morning from visit to Denver.
John H. White and wife returned
yesterday morning from a visit to
Utah.
For choice Key West cigar, or
anything in the smokers line, go to
'Muller's.
The watch advertised the other day
was found and returned to the owner.
SO much for advertising.
The public schools, which have been
closed on account of scarlet fever,
will reopen next Monday.
Seven cars of beef cattle passed
through this afternoon destined for
tho San Francisco Market.
The WEEKLY INDEPENDENT will be
sent one year to any address for 81 if
paid in advance, and it is worth it.
Mrs. James Rogers returned yes
terday from Salt Lake City, on a visit
to her mother, Mrs. J. j. Garrecht.
The Central Nevadan entered upon
volume on the 1st Of january. We
wish it prosperity during the year
1891.
New Years day in Elko was very
quiet, reminding one OF Sunday; in
fact to-day seems more like Monday
than Friday.
A communication from Carlin
would have been printed but the
action Of the Board of Commissioners
Wednesday rendered it unnecessary.
A number of our citizens went out
to Lamoille yesterday to attend the
dance, and returned this afternoon.
They report large crowd and a gen.
eral good time.
We acknowledge the receipt of
copy of the Daily News, the paper re-
Gently started in Sacramento by
Wells Drury. 1t il we'll filed with
telegraphic and general news, and de-
serves success.
James Russell's children, who have
been sick with the scarlet fever, are
improving. To prevent any danger
OF spreading the disease Miss Mamie
will remain in town after opening her
school next Monday.
Whooping cough, Group, sore throat,
sudden colds, and lung troubles Pc
culiar to children, are easily con-
trolled by promptly administering
Ayers Cherry Peotoral. This remedy
is safe to take, certain in it's action
and adapted to all constitutions.
"Now lie the Winter of our discon-
tent made glorious summer" by Ayers
Sarsaparilla. This wonderful med.
icipe 80 invlgorates the system and
onriohes the blood that cold weather
becomes positively enjoyable. Arctic
explorers would do we'll to make q
note OF this.
The New Year number OF the
Youths Companion has reached our
table. The Companion Ia power
for good, and no family, especially
whore there are children, should be
| without 1t; as the matter presented to
it's reader 10 Of the highest character
both in morals and literary merit. b