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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
THE PAWTUXET VALLEY.
NATlCk.

The picture which appears in the col
umns OF the News to-day is that of George
ID. Tit, trustee of Narragansett Tribe No.
o, Improved Order of Red Men, and Master
Of Exchequer Lodge No. 20, Knights Of
Pythias. Mr.. Tiff has been boss carder
for twenty-six years, being In the employ
of the Is. b. & r. knight Manufacturing
Co., one year at Dodgeville and eight years
in charge of the four carding rooms OF the
mammoth Natick mills. Mr.. Tiff is one of
the most popular secret society men in the
Pawtuxet Valley and numbers his friends
by the hundred.
Officer Platt shot a mad dog upon Main
street yesterday afternoon.
No arrests were made In the town on
the Fourth, ard there was less intoxica-
tion In the Valley than has been seen In q
number OF years.
The members Of the Matte Baptist Sun
day school have decided to visit the shore
resorts in company with the East Green
wich schools on Wednesday, the 18th, and
have chartered the steamer Mount Hope
for the occasion.
Excelsior Lodge, /. o. G. T. No. 12, will
admit number OF persons to membership
at the regular meeting tonight
A. Brown, who had charge of the dis
play of fireworks on Prospect Hill on the
evening of the 4th, was seriously injured
by being struck with a rocket.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
ASHAWAY.

The Fourth passed off very quietly in
town. The flags tapped lazily In the dis
charge of their patriotic duty, and occa-
sionally n solitary firecracker fixed in a
disconsolate, uninterested manner. But
at twilight the rattle of returning party
wagons wakened the sleepy streets into
life, as tired pleasure seekers hurried to
their homes from circus, picnic. or sea-
shore.
New York, has been spending few days
with his parents in this place.
The cottages at Quononcontaug are
filling up rapidly. 1t is understood that
Mrs. William L. Clarke and Mrs. James
Stillman will take boarders this season.
The latter occupies the Langworthy cot
tage.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
Himself-Only One Program.
ROCkIAND-

A picnic was held in the grove by the
members of the Order of Mechanics on
Monday large number being in attend
ance from Scituate, Ashland, Clayville,
Hope and adjoining villages.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
AUBURN.

John A. Scott has interested himself in
the repairing of Narragansett avenue
from the Mashapaug brook to the city
line, and is circulating "a petition to the
Town Council To that effect This road.
in poor condition though it is, is at pres
cnt travelled more than any OF the other
direct entrances into Auburn from the
north. The city will also be asked to do
something toward improving the avenue
named and Roger Williams avenue as
well, so as to make travelling little
easier. Owing to the tearing up of both
Elmwood avenue and Pontiac street as
well rs the Reservoir avenue bridge, n
large portion of the travel from those
roads mas been turned to Narragansett
ayenue.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
RlJMEORD.

A clambake was held at the residence
of Charles Britton, yesterday, a large
number of friends aud relatives were
present.
A clambake was held at the residence
of Frank Parker yesterday.
A party of colored people from PRovI-
yesterday at 2 o'clock.
A man living ut the cotton mill shot
hole in his hand yesterday morning, in
nicting nm ugly wound.
The members Of the A. p. Hoyt gram
mar school held picnic at Hunts Mills
Saturday afternoon at Q o'clock.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
NEWPORT.

The regular monthly meeting of the
City Council was held last night and was
full Of surprises, especially In the defeat
of several appropriations by the Common
by the Board OF Aldermen as Board OF
Health, ordering the payment OF 81 ,29I 40
to sanitary experts for examination and
test of Newport's water supply.
The water question has long been a
source Of agitation and as war cry a
year ago was Instrumental in overturning
the administration and putting solid
Democratic delegation in power in mat
ters municipal. Mr.. Fearing fathered the
resolution for payment of the several
bills footing up the total amount above
mentioned and in doing SO said the ex-
penditure had been incurred In the inter
ersts Of health and though the board con-
Cured the viva voce vote was sofia voce
In the extreme; kind OF conscience
stricken vote" as the Observer terms 1t in
this mornings issue.
The city treasurer was authorized to
pay the PROVIDENCE Cornice Works the
sum Of 5000 for n new band stand recently
erected on Tower Park by that firm.
A resolution passed by the Board OF
Aldermen to purchase an Aerial truck
was knocked out In the Common Council,
even though the latter body had Demo-
cratic majority. New horses were ordered
purchased for Co. No. 8 and the truck
Another motion defeated in the council
chamber by the lower branch was for an
appropriation of Sl,100 for sewerage, as
was a similar resolution for "a 200 for q
roadbed and curb on Carey street.
A resolution was ordered sent to the
Secretary Of War asking that target prac-
tice at Fort Adams by the regular troops
should be limited so as to avoid any stray
bullets striking outside the boundary Of
the fort.
In Joint convention a number of yacan-
cies were filled in the fire department.
and Mayor Honey read a lengthy docu-
ment telling the city fathers what his
success hat been in clearing out kitchen
dives. which he claimed had been done
very successfully The matter of gather
ing and disposing of the city garbage was
referred to special committee.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
ATTLEBoRO.

Company G is arranging for a grand
Republican demonstration at which it
viii throw out n banner, and have as
speaker Hon. Joseph Fl. Walker.
The resignation of w. j. Luther as tax
collector has opened the way for a little
competition for Office. The friends Of
Henry Carpenter, the Democratic candi-
date in the spring are trying to secure his
appointment, but will not be successful.
From among several applicants it is prob
able that s. U. Holman will be selected.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
APPONAUG.

The members of the Y. p. s. c. f. held
a business meeting at Miss Lille Bud
longs Tor the purpose Of electing officers
for the ensuing six months. Meeting
called to order by President Howard
Searle. A nominating committee was
chosen and elected Miss Lille Budlong
president; vice-president, Miss Flora
Estey; second vice-president, David Spen-
GER; treasurer, Mrs. Bardeen; recording
secretary, Howard Searle.- After electing
officers general business was attended to-.
Alta late hour the members wished their
new president good night.
Charles Beebe and Miss Lena Dunston
OF Willimantic were the guests of Capt.
j. ii. Northup aud family over Sunday.
Edmund Estey. Jr., launched his new
canoe yesterday morning on Gorton's
pond.
Arthur Johnson, who has been ill for
the past few weeks, is able to be out.
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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
EASTERN WARWICK.

The new Baptist chapel is so nearly
made to dedicate it on Monday evening,
July IL. Several If the best speakers in
the denomination will be present.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
ALBION.
BERKELEY.

Daniel Fadgen of this village, issues the
following challange: II, Daniel Fadgen,
challenge any man in the state to run 100
or 125 yards for any amount of money"
The Berkley baseball club held their
regular meeting last night. -
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
NEWS OF oLNevvILLE.


AhA AO~s HVOoOhy ASb0s
Mary .Brothers, the little 6-year old
burned yesterday morning at her home ~
Benton street was last night In q most
critical condition anu the doctor expressed
very little hope of her final recovery. She
has been in a continual state of collapse
since the accident and although retaining
Gus.
The X. A Meet.
The Roval Arcanum held their regular
meeting last night in library hall aud two
new members were added to the list and
two applications considered to be acted
upon later. July 10th the occasion OF the
lodges next meeting an installation Of
officers will take place, and collation. will
be served.
A young man named Bradheld living
on the old Killingly road In Johnston had
his hands and face badly burned during
the celebration Of the Fourth.
The John w. Davis Club met last even
ing at Democratic headquarters and
elected three new members and received
propositions. The COMMITTEES reported
the recent outing to be success In every
way.
finger Of her left hand badly lacerated
yesterday afternoon by the machinery at
the Riverside mills.
John Hughes, an old man. died yester-
day afternoon at his home, 16 Appleton
street He has not left his bed for several
months, having broken his leg last winter
by falling on the ice. He has been con-
fined to his bed since.
A horse owned by Thomas Carmody.
grocer on Julian street, was yesterday
morning frightened on Gladstone avenue
and ran away. Officer Miller captured
the animal at the corner of Gladstone
and Academy avenues. No damage was
done.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
PORTSMOUTH.

The Society of Christian Endeavor has
placed in the vestry of the Christian
Church, life size crayon portrait of the
Rev. William Miller, now of Swansea,
Mass, but formerly a pastor of this
church.
William s. Anthony. the victim of the
Tiverton accident, was brought to this,
his native place, for burial. He was a
very large man, weighing over three hun
dred pounds.
Mrs. w. Kate Fales of Newport and
daughter, Mrs. c. c. Pierce and child OF
Boston have taken rooms at Edward
Almy's. Union street, for the season.
DIR. Benjamin Greene was one of the
delegates to the national Prohibition con-
vention at Cincinnati.
Ex-senator William L.. Sisson has been
confined to his bed for more than a fort
night.
Mr. and Mrs. s. H. Agnew from Fall
River are at Locust cottoge for the
summer.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
ASHTON.

Mrs. Jencks, wife of Frank Jencks,
died yesterday.
John Mills of this village returned
home from brief visit to Newport.
William Mosher will carry party from
this village 20 Crescent Park Thursday in
his party wagon.
The following letters are advertised in
the post office: Joseph Harper, Arthur
Pitts, Williams j. Wells, A. Lclone. John
Macarte.
who will deliver it in any part of the
village
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
PHENIx.

The Braytons foundry was closed all
day yesterday, and the employees en-
Joyed q holiday.
Miss Nellie Cheatham Of Ce ntral Falls
is visiting Miss Matte Briggs.
Tho Editor Compiimsnted- Complimented
Himself-Only One Program.
To the Editors Of the Nsws:
The Daily Cleaner last evening contained
the following: Everything advertised In the
Cleaners official program went, and several
compliments have been bestowed upon the
editor to-day for promoting the celebration" !"
The Cleaner had nothing whatever to do with
the official program. That work was placed
In the hands of Messrs. Birmingham ds
Meegan, and they were printed by J. A. q r.
A. Reid of providence. Five thousand of
the programs printed on 40-pound book paper
were judiciously distributed, and several
local advertisers complimented the publish
ers on the excellent appearance Of their lads. T"
The Cleaner has not the facilities to produce
Its like. CHAs. r. BURLINGHAM.
w. j. MEEGAN.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
IONSDAlE.

The Rev. Mr.. Chalmers OF New York
has accepted call To Christ Church aud
will take up his duties about the first of
October
Mrs. Edwin Pollitt left here yesterday
for n five weeks visit in England.
The trial of the Clark, Clingen and
Banpon boys was postponed yesterday for
week
Last evening Miss Clara Wilmarth
started on n journey TO Yankton, ;. d.,
where she will make a visit Of three
months
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
BRISTOL.

6hlS VI.
Judge Colt, accompanied by Judge Al
drich of Massachusetts are taking two
weeks outing in Laselle, Canada, on a
fishing trip.
A small child belonging to Nelson Will
son upon the Neck fell from n two-story
window on the Fourth of July day, strik-
ing upon its head. DR.. Daniel j. Neylan
was Immediately called and rendered
medical assistance. The child will re-
cover.
The Cranston Worsted Yarn Mill be-
gan TO run machinery on Tuesday for the
first time.
Mark A. Dewolf of New York city,
who is connected with the Edison Elec-
trio Company, is spending few days here.
the guest of his brother William Il. De-
Wolf and nephew, William Aspinwall.
The regular monthly meeting of the
Probate Court and the regular monthly
meeting of the Council, which was to
have been held on Tuesday, was post
poned until Saturday next at O'Clock
p. Nj.
Mr.. and Mrs. DIR. Daniel j. Neylan
gave n reception on Tuesday afternoon
from to at their residence upon Hope
street. Ii was an elaborate affair
throughout. The following are the
names OF some of those who were present:
Charles Il. Hereshoff and family, Mr.. and
Mrs. j. III. Young. Mr.. and Mrs. Herbert
+. Bennett. Mr.. and Mrs. John w.
Munroe, Mr.. and Mrs. Edward G.. Easter
brook. Mr. and Mrs. j. II. Corthell, the
Rev. George l.. Locke and daughter, Mrs.
George w. Warren, Miss Carrie and
Matte Bum, Charles +. Easterbrook,
Harry Minsher, VIM. II. Bogert, DR..
Oswald Sigel. Mr. and Mrs. Charles
Skinner, Mr.. and Mrs. w. A. Potter. Miss
Nellie Trotter, Mrs. Fisher, Mrs. Charles
III. V. Perry, Mr.. and Mrs. Charles w.
Young, Ex-Iieut. Gov and Mrs. Ward
we'll, Mr.. and Mrs j. II. Manchester.
The musical quartet consisted of Prof.
William B. Stoughton, Lucien T.. Chad
wick, Thomas Easterbrook, and Chas II.
Easterbrook.
Theodore w. Foster and family are
stopping at the Hopeworth few days
upon Mount Hope bay adjoining the lit
tie Narrows.
The new uniforms of the King Philip
Steamer Fire Company, which should
have arrived here on the 3D., have just
arrived this morning.
The excursion which is TO take place on
Wednesday, July ~, by the Dreadnausht
Hook aud Ladder Company to New Lon
don on the commodious steamer Mount
Hope, Is their third annual. aud they will
be accompanied by Stones Old Conti-
mental Band.
The electric lights are being placed at
the Country Club, aud the grounds will
be lighted on the evening of the 14th
there being dinner served that dav to
its membsrA
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
ALlENTON.

The building occupied by w. George
Greer as a grocery store was burned early
yesterday morning. the entire stock and
building being consumed. Mr.. Greer esti-
mates his proper to have been worth
81, 900 or more, upon which there was an
insurance of $500. The cause Of the fire
is not known. The building stood by
itself at little distance from Mr.. Greer s
house.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
AUBURN.

Mrs. Lord has returned home from
Manchaug, Mass.
The granite coping is being set in front
of the schoolhouse yard and the grading
will follow at once. The building will
not be dedicated, however, until next fall.
The regular monthly meeting of the
Mashapaug Hose Company was held at
the hose house last evening.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06
MANVlllE

Barney Gillbride has resigned his posi-
tion in the plush works. Last night a
number Of his friends called upon him and
presented him with handsome smoking
set as token of their esteem.
David Slattery and Thomas Grimes re-
turned home to Waltham, Mass, yester-
day, from visit TO friends in this village.
Casey Christian of this village is visit
ing friends in Whitensville, Mass.
George Sharpe raised handsome flag
of July morning
Frederick Booth returned home from a
visit 10 friends in Fall River, Mass, yes
terday.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1892-07-06

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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-04-21
DEATHS.

DINAN.-Died, at the residence OF her
husband. April 20, 1892, at $3.50 o'clock A.
NJ, SARAH A. OMAN, in the 2Sth year OF
her age.
SARAH. thou art gone to rest;
We will not weep for thee,
For thou art where oft on earth
Thy spirit longed to be.
SARAH, thou art gone to rest;
Thine is an early tomb;
But Jesus summoned thee away
Thy Saviour called thee home.
SARAH, thou art gone to rest;
Thy tolls and cares are DER,
And sorrow. pain, and suffering now
Shall meier distress thee more.
SARAH. thou art gone TO rest.
And this shall be our prayer
That when we reach our journeys end
Thy glory we may share.
Tho funeral will take place from Christ
church. corner Venable and Twenty-se-
cond streets, THURSDAY EVENING. the
d 81 instant. at o'clock. Friends and &C
ouaintances OF the family invited to at
tend without further notice.
SMrTH.-Died, Tuesday evening at
s.90 CAPTAIN w. N. SMITH. in the 9Th
Funeral will take place FRIDAY AFTER
NOON az 8 o'clock from the Pine-Street
baptist church. Friends and acquaint-
ances invited to attend.
Washington Cd. o.. Baltimore (Md.).
and Pittsburg papers please copy.
STARKE.-Died, at his residence, No.
120slI 81. John street, on Tuesday, April
10. 1892, at o'clock p. NJ. THOMAS
STARKE; aged 66 years.
For number of years he was connected
with the Richmond. Fredericksburg and
Potomac Railroad Company. A good and
true man has gone.
The funeral will take place THIS (Thurs-
day) AFTERNOON at 8 o'clock from the
Second Baptist church.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-04-21

smpkaticaliy dcniss the report ~ opaafne
vas worry trregular ana exc1sed. netnls1al os.1ees
Were enyvhere from y ~ Ne. shove ~ mai
quotations OF yesterday. On lno cfo4d b1yfn1,
and the continued lad uoasbof aEd poor
grading. AMI tho market advanced Ae. Selling
BY partiee suppoeod 70 b. slouRss eGorted the
crowd 70 Offering freely. and under thte pres(urc
they worked down, with various reactions, 1}fe,
but rallied soon afterwards ~, rece<1sd Nc,
advnncsd Nc, and at the cloeo hsd gained bot
i4a$<c. Not an ear Of ccntsae3 wss In the I 10
loads that arrived to-day. One cause of the
scarcity Is said 70 be the creation this
year OF Rrado known - new No.
2: Whea. closed strong under The infiuenec
Of the purchase. bcrs OF 100000 bushels
Of wheat for shipment, principally hard
spring at &c. over NAY. There was olso . drop
In lake freights 10 lc. on wheat and corn TO But
falo. The decentralization among vesseimen led
70 the prediction Of heavy eastern movement
Of wheat from both Chicago and Duluth In oats
there was liberal demand for shorts, and tho
market had the appearance OF being 6serSo,d.
Taik OF dearth Mt New York helped on the Ad-
vance. Pork 81 again the weak point Is had
an early break u SOC. per barrel, bu. recovered
nearly All OF II. Trading VAS active during the
whole OF the session. TIE opening WAS demufe,
but suddenly block aftcr block Of stop orders
came on tho market, and 10 gave way. During
the Inter bslf Of the session reaction sci In on
the shorts buyirg.
Cash quotations: Flour dull and unchanged
No. spring wheat, s2t<c.; No. red, 65kr.
No corn. 40a42c. No. 2 oats, 251te2514c.
Mess-pork, s9.5Oaee.52I<. Lard, ed.17t<aS6.20.
short-ribs. s5.47tSas3.50 Dry-salted shouders
st-50as5. short-cisar, t6.17tsas6.3o. whiskey,
ella.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-04-21

neglected their cosrsspondsnee IN ordss . lcs-
low his deductions from the evidences - the 49,
Mr.. Cobb reviewed tho legal aepecs q uo eas ~
and a. tho legal aepocts Of eecsscn cases ~ -, -
varinbIy tho snunc, Interest elack sned. and %
fore the speaker had consumed ~ hour nis ~
disncc had sppreciabiy diminished: :.
The confusion In the ball nnaliy became ~
great thss Mr.. Cobb vas compelled % appes, y
the Chair 20 DO allowed 70 suspend for july
untii the other gentlemen On the door hsd con.
Guided Their renisrts fths House did n2s ina ~
Speaker pro Ten. fMr Compton, OF Maryland
having Obtained comparative quiet, Ar. CoDp
continued with his argument. 1900
In the course Of his speech Mr.. Cobb producca
tho original Doyle ba!lo nni he was ,mm s.
diatclv gues,ioned by Mr. O'Ferrail a. 20 where
no had obtained them. Mr.. Cobb replied tnas
he did bot know and did not care. These wes .'
the original ballots and were open 70 the irspec'
ton OF tho house. a..
Mr.. Cobb spoke for tire, hours. M. asenyr
Of New York, favored the claims OF hochwe,.
10 said tho Committee ON Elections evidenty
had attempted 70 rectify the errors made ~ O.
similar committee I'm the last Congress, uu. IA
this attempt Il had gone too far and proposed 70
offer up the sitting member Is vicarious sa'-
ri1ce. Adfourned.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-04-21
HANOVER DEMOCRATS Mrer.
Deissstes TO he Selected bv . viva-vocs
Vote In afsy-Rosd Machines.

WV ." ftHl-hbt0 Iatotues.
Correspondence Of tho Richmond Dispaich.l
ASHLAND, April 20.--Tho Democratic
County Committee Of Hanover met to-day
at the courthouse for the purpose OF ar
ranging plans by which delegates TO the
state convention are 10 ne selected.
The meeting was called 10 order By Chairman
\. l. 9. Scott ana secreiary Dnlard called the
roll kvery precinct was reDrescntsd by the
following gentlemen! Rockville, Y. j. Bowles:
Ashland, J. A. Brown; iieglnron's, David Wal
drop; Hall shop, DR.. {. J. Terrell; Blnnts, y.
n. Barruss; clay, A. W. Brock: Rural Point, W.
w. Jones; Cold harbor. Allie Diilard.
The Chairman stated the object Of tho call
and said that by the apportionmont the county
Was entitled 10 nineteen delegates.
A resolution was offered and unanimously
passed that precinct meetings. be held at the
several polling places ia the county, and that
time fer these meetings WIS then discussed, and
after fall Interchange OF views II was deter
mined % have thom during the second week In
May.
Tho several chairmen then selected the dates
IA follows: Ashland. May 14tn, entitled 20 five
delegates: Clay, May 18th, one delegate; Rock
vile, May 14th, one delegate; Higgnson, May
14th. two delegates; divers, May 11th, two dele
gates; Halls shop. May 18th, two delegates ;
Rural Point, May 10Th, three delegates; Cold
Harbof, May 10Th, three delegates. The unan-
mons expression was that the delegates shonid
be sent nninstructed AMI allow them fun lati-
fude In the state convention.
This Was County-Court day and also grand
Jury court. Nothing bat the entering Of hume
rous orders occupied the court after the charge
was given the fury. Only one indictment was
found, and that for felony against Isaiah Folio,
small colored boy. lie viii be tried at next
court
Tho Board Of Supervisors at a meeting held
to-day purchased three road-nnchines for the
us9 OF the three districts OF the county. They
will also buy n team Of mules for each district,
and viii at meeting 10 be he'd In the near fu-
lcr.fn M
provided for by a new law passed for this coun-
~ AT tho last session OF the General Assembly.
Engineers are AZ work In Ashland laying OH
the streets running from one end OF the town to
the other by the side of the railroad track. The
work Of grading and draining will be commenced
the FIRST Of she week.