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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
LABOR LEGISLATION
Resolution in the House to
 Investigate the Sums.
TO MAKE EXHAUSTIVE INQUIRY.
Labor Commissioner Wright to Have
 Charge of the Work.

He Will Examine Into the Breeding
 Places of Poverty and Crime fin All the
 Big Cities of the Land-The House Com
 mIttee on Labor Thinks Much Good Can
 Be Accomplished By Informing the
 Public of the Extent of Misery in the
 SIums.
 WASHINGTON, Feb. 15.-The general subject of the interests of labor will re- ceive a good share of attention before the House of Representatives at an early day, and probably this week.
 Very few labor bills have been pre- sented to the committee, and as a rule these were on inconsequential subjects. But the very conservatism of the com mittee promises to bring about results out of the usual line of labor commit tees. As a result of several meetings of the committee of late it has about been decided to present a resolution to Con gress asking Labor Commissioner Car roll Wright to inaugurate an extensive investigation of the ''slums' in the great cities of the country, and particularly New York, Chicago, Boston, Cincinnati, St. Louis, and Baltimore.
 This would be far more comprehen- sive investigation than that of Sherman Hoar's special committee, which will look into the Sweating system" as that system deals only with a special case of labor, mainly in ready made clothing, but there are 'tslums'' in all great cities, and Mir. Tarsney's associates are of the opinion that much good can be accom- plished by informing the public of the extent of misery in the "slum" districts and by recommending to State Legisla- lures means for overcoming the evils of the ''slumS.n
 It has been stated at the meetings of the committee that the Government gave less attention to the proper housing and surroundings of human beings than it did to cattle which are the subject of interstate commerce or foreign shipment. There are rigid laws to see that cattle have sufficient room, air, food and water while being shipped, but there is less attention paid to the huddled condition of the poor in the "slum" districts.
 This is the opinion of the Labor Conn mittee, and it will be presented to the House by a resolution after the commit tees meeting next Wednesday. MT. McCann of Chicago, who is one of the members of the committee, thinks much good will come out of the "slums'' i'm vestigation. He says that the govern ment can do no better service to citizens than to see that they are brought up in surroundings which will make them sturdy and muscular, rather than a peo- pie stunted by slum surroundings. The cheap lodging houses, which have be- come such an element of life in large cities, will receive special investigation. The tenement house will also be inves- tgated.
 In short the purpose of the resolution will be to inaugurate the most extensive 
 dCrtaken of the miseries and evils of those whose lives are spent and spoiled in the tenement house districts of Nsw York, and whose children may become menace to the peace and prosperity of that city in the future
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
ACROSS THE BRIDGE.
-BrOOEJY9a B9Iefs.

The St Thomas cadets will meet thil evening for the purpose of hearing the reports of officers.
 Builder John Clohessy's horse made things lively on Bank street this morn. ing. While being taken to a blacksmith shop the animal broke away from the man in charge and ran amuck through the streets, falling several times before reaching the stable.
 The funeral of Mrs Magdalene Mo. Fadden of No 795 Bank street took place this morning, at 9:30 o'clock to St Patrick's church. The pallbearers were James Bahan, James Morrissey, Daniel Mcdonnell, William Madden, James Barry and John Sullivan.
 The funeral of Mrs Winifred Tighe of No 30 John street, took place this morning at 10:30 to St Patrick's church. The pallbearers were: Patrick Kane, Patrick Fitzpatrick, Patrick Reilly, Thomas Derwin, Michael Murphy and William Ramon, ST.
 The walks around the Bank street school building were in frightful con- dition this morning, sheet of ice cover ing them from stem to stern. The water from the sloping ground drained down to the walks and froze solid. No ashes or sand to protect pedestrians was on the walks and several received severe falls. Much complaint was made about the matter in the Brooklyn district to- day.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
FATHER DueeAN's ANNUAL REPORT
Much Work Accomplished During the
 Past Year-Plans For the Future.

Much Work Accomplished During the
 Past Year-Plans For the Future.
 At St Patrick's church at the 10:3O service Sunday the pastor, Rev J. H. Duggan, read the annual report of the parish. The total receipts from all sources were $20,O99 which includes a balance from Hast year of $1 ,566. "A. The expenditures were $20, ,02S, the work on the church being paid for as it progressed. From the dramatic enter tainment given by the young people of the parish recently, $43O was realized and from the bazaar in the parochial building $770. The pastor congratu- lated the young people on the work they had accomplished. During the year much work has been done on the church building. Uncompleted gables and pinnacles in front and rear have been finished and the exterior of the handsome ediice is now completed ex- cept the spire, which will be put on during the year. Over twenty feet of the tower has been built since the last report. The turing and lathing of the interior is now practically finished and everything is ready for the plasterers. A long felt want of the parish has been supplied by the establishment of the with repairs, cost s3, 900. It will be fitted up with library, reading room, quarters for the ladies sewing society and other parish uses. A system of heating has also been supplied. The general condition of the parish and finances are gratifying. A new paro- chial residence will be built during the coming year.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
WANTS INFORMATION.
An English Officer Inspecting Our Mil
 tary and Naval Resources.

An English Officer Inspecting Our NTili-
 tary and Naval Resources.
 WASHINGTON, Feb. 15.-Major Barter of the English Royal Engineers has been in Washington for the past week and has called on the heads of the War and Navy Departments here.
 He is making tour of inspection of the United States for the purpose of learning as much as possible about the military and naval resources of the country, and what is being done in the direction of preparing war material.
 He has been given considerable infor- nation of the kind usually published in the departmental annual reports, but not much in addition. Some of the things that he would probably prefer to have, such as as plans of the coast forti- fications and of the subma rine mines in the principal harbors, have been with held from him.
 Major Barter is the third English officer who has been in the United States in search of information recently.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
GALVANIC ACTION.
Supposed to he the Cause Of the Dastruc-
 tIon of the Cruisers Boiler Tubes.

Supposed to he tue Cause Of the Dastruc-
 tIOn of the Cruisers Boiler Tubes.
 WASHINGTON, Feb, 15.-Several days ago mention was made of the unaccount- able destruction of the brass tubes in the condenser of the cruiser Baltimore
 Since then the same deterioration of iron tubes in the boilers of the Charles ton has been reported to the Bureau of Steam Engineering of the Navy Depart ment, and the subject is being most thoroughly investigated to determine, if possible, how the defect may De avoided.
 Chemical analysis of the affected tubes are being made, but what they will re- veal Is, of course, a conjecture.
 The developments respecting the Charleston's boiler tubes show that the deterioration is not due, as had been at first supposed, to the impact of steam on the interior of tubes, and the engineers are coming to the conclusion that the cause is galvanic action, and that the remedy is the introduction alongside the tubes of some weaker metal, like zinc, for the galvanic forces to exhaust them selves upon.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
END OF A RECLuse.
Henry Gamage's Death Apparently Due
 to Natural Causes.

Henry Gamage's Death Apparently Due
 to Natural Causes.
 NEW YORK, Feb. 15.-Henry Tenbroeck Carnage, S7 years old, a recluse, was found dead in his room in the building of the University of New York, where he had lived a lonely life for forty-nine years, his only companions being a col lection of paintings and other works of art
 Death was apparently due to natural causes, but the body. when found, pre- sented 8 horrible appearance. The old man probably sat alongside of a lighted oil stove just before death overlook him, for when found, his face was resting against the stove, the flesh of which had been burned away to the bone.
 Carnage was a classmate of ex-Senator Evarts, but beyond this fact very little of the man is known. His barn-like apartments, which was illuminated only by a skylight, was filled from floor to ceiling with paintings and portraits, many of which are said to be rare gems. Besides these, Undiscovered statues, placques and medalliops were scattered about the apartments.
 The only known friend of the old re- cluse fig the Rev. Dr. H. s. Gardner, of Milford, Pa., with whom he corresponded every month or so.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
CONDUCTOR COOK WAS SCARED

He Tells of Friday Nights Accident at
 Burnham Street-How Baggage Mast or
 Thompson Amuses Himself.
 Conductor Cook of the Watertown train has not yet wholly recovered from the fright he received last Friday night when the engine of his train struck a Concord buggy containing James Mo- Govern an1 James Shea, two boys, at the dangerous Burnham street crossing. The conductor says that one of the boys was tossed as high as the smokestack and but for the fact that the wagon was all but across the track it would have been certain death for the youngsters and possibly derailment of the train. The wagon was struck at the rear axle and lifted high into the air breaking the kingbolt and releasing the horse. Three of the heavy bars on the pilot were broken completely in twain.
 Baggagemaster Thompson at the Nau- gatuck station has seen so many narrow escapes from injury, caused by women trying to board moving trains, that he is constantly on the look out. AS the o'clock train was pulling out yesterday afternoon two women rushed into the waiting room from the side the hacks are stationed. The baggage master flew to the door, locked it and the women were prisoners. There was 8 vision in the window of two angry females, who pounded on the panels and called Cyrus J. the meanest old thing they ever saw. But he only twirled his bunch of keys on his finger and when the train had departed released his prisoners. He tried to tell them why he had so acted but could not get word in and he re- ceived terrific tongue flashing. One of the women called him a fat chump. Then "Cy" went into his den.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
THE KING OF SLAMS YACHT.
He win Make n Tour of the wOrld Ii
 the Maha Chakrike.


 LONDON, Feb. 15.-The keel has been laid at Messrs. Ramage & Ferguson's ship yard, at Leith, for a new private yacht, to be built entirely of steel. fol the King of Siam, and which is intended to eclipse anything else afoat.
 Though this vessel is called a yacht, sine will really be a private armed cruiser of 2, 800 tons, in which the King of Siam proposes to make a tour of the world, including a visit to America during the exhibition year.
 Her dimensions are 275 feet over all, 40 feet beam and 20 feet moulded depth. She will be armed with the most i'm proved broadside guns, permitting wide range of fire.
 Her internal fittings and the deck woodwork will be most expensive and elaborate. Polished teak has been specially shipped from Bangkok, selected to resist the ravages of white ants and other insects which are 8 scourge in Siam. Electric lights and marble baths are included among the luxuries.
 She will be a twin~screw vessel, with triple expansion engines capable of being driven at the highest rate of speed. She will have double tunnels, which will not show much above the deck. She will have no bowsprit, but her plumb stem will be carried out under the water into 8 formidable projecting ram.
 This stout yacht will be named Mana Chakrike.
 Work is being pushed with all possible speed and the yacht will probably be launched in September, when she will steam from Siam with Siamese crew in charge of European officers.
 The intention of the King is to cruise around the world, calling at all import ant European, American and Asiatic ports.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
Mexico and tJ,e Fair.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 15.-The Worlds Columbian Exposition has established an office in the City of Mexico for the pro- motion of the work of interesting the people of that Republic in the fair, and
 Mir. H. c. Payne, the special commis- sioner in charge of it, reports growing interest in the subject. Senor Miguel Sierrano, who was appointed by the Mexican government as a special repre- sentative to visit Chicago on it's behalf has just returned and presented a report which surprised even the most sanguine frinds of the fair by its enthusiasm and it's evident appreciation of the immense amount of work already accomplished.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
Protest Against the Bllls.

TRENTON, N. J., Feb. 15.-In all the churches in New Jersey there was read yesterday the appeal issued by the Citi- Eens' League of New Jersey, urging all law-abiding citizens to meet in Trenton at noon tomorrow, toprotest against the passage of the race track bills which are now pending. Arrangements have been made for the running of excursion trains from all parts of the State, and the in dicatiOns nov point to a general invasion of the State Capital by at least two thousand people. Delegations are ex- pectsd from Paterson, Elizabeth, New ark, Jersey City, Trenton, and Camden.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
Has This Newspaper a GrudgelAgainSt Us?

We have always spoken favorably of the freedom of the press, but the time has come when we must denounce it in un- measured terms. Dozens of people dur dng the past week have been laughing at us. But some people are cruel enough to laugh where others have reason to weep. OuI attention was called to something that appeared in our space, and as yet the editor has written no editorial in the way of apology. We wished to tell the public that night clerk was always in atten- dance, but the newspaper man put it in this way: "A NIGHT CRANK IS ALWAYS IN ATTENDANCE" And we believe that the printer put it in design 'edly. This cruel error has been going on for week without our knowledge. Now as matter of fact our night clerk is any thing but crank. He is truly the ser uant of the people-ever watchful of their interest. A cat cannot step on the door step at 39 Grand steeet, but he hears him. Press the button and his benevolent face greets you. He knows you are in trouble and he is at once your friend. Our clerk knows that he who does his duty we'll in any useful oc upation is as great as he who presi les over the destinies of a nation. Unless we hear from the editor tn 8 week we shall exp SC him.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
NEWS OF HE DAY.

The thermometer registers 2S degrees below ze at Lyndonville, Vt.
 Archbishop Corrigan sailed from Mas sau, N. P, for New York, to-day.
 Edward McMillan, the Wilkesbarre, Pa., wife murderer, tainted when Sheriff Robinson read the death warrant to him.
 Conrad Bratt, a Newark, N. J., waiter employed in a restaurant at 70 Orange street, committed suicide by swallowing carbolic acid.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
Threatened With Rehabilitation.

MYSTIC, Iowa, Feb. 15.-This prosper ous mining town is threatened with an initiation by the action of the Iowa Central Railway in raising rates on coal Joaa point where it cannot be shipped at profit Heretofore 1.200 car loads & month have been shipped to Mason City, St. Paul and Minneapolis, but since the new rate went into effect the mines have shut down and over 500 men are out of work. The matter will be laid before the Stale Railroad Commission.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
Gut Hia Faca Onan.

ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS, N. J., Feb. 15.--W. Coe, an engineer on one of the steam dredgers here, had dispute with a man named Peterson, resulting in the latter drawing a knife and cutting Coe's face open from the temple down about four inches. Although weak from the loss of blood Coe knocked Peterson down and gave him a terrible thrashing.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
WILLIAM AITKeNs' DEATH.
Said that a 13-year-Old Trenton Boy
 Committed Suicide.

TRENTON, N. J., Feb. 15.- William Atkins, boy only 13 years of age, com mitted suicide last night.
 He resided with his parents at 31 Lam berton street, and while his mother was getting supper he went upstairs and, taking 8 scarf and a piece of rope, he tied them together and fastened one end to a clothes hook on the wall and the other about his neck.
 He then jumped from his bed and was strangled to death. His parents incline to the belief that he was playing at trapeze performance and became entan- gled about the neck.
 The authoritieslbelieve it to be case of premeditaetd suicide. No cause is assigned, however, except that the boy was of a romantic turn of mind.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
Corbett Indignant.

NEW YORK, Feb. 15.-James Corbett is very indignant at the remarks made by Slavin and Mitchell in regard to a match with him. He says he will box Slavin six rounds at Madison Square Garden next Tuesday night and if he does not best Slavin he will give him the entire receipts of the house.
 Corbett thinks Slavin and Mitchell should stop blowing and make a match with him.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
Rer. Charles Ellfott bend.

EAsToN, Pa, Feb. 15.-Rev. Charles Elliott, D. D., IL. D., born in Scotland, March 15, 1915, graduated at Lafayette in 1S40, and for the past decade instructor of Hebrew at that institution, is dead of the grip. His home is in Chicago, his duties requiring his presence at Lafay- cite but three months in the year.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
One Case at ProvIdsnce.

PROVIDENCE, R. l., Feb. 15.- One of the Italians who came to the United States on the steamer Massilia 's sick with the typhus fever at Rhode island Hospital. He was accidentally iiscov- cred in boarding house. Min. others city and vicinity. They are in charge of the health officers.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
Peter DA,vsOn's Return.

LYNN, Mass, Feb. 15.-Peter Dawson, the colored coachInan, who deserted his wife and four children last December, has returned. Dawson says he left tn @ city with young colored girl. and that they went to TarrytOwn, N. Y., and New York city. Daw sons wife refuses to have anything more to do with him. He will be arr;,i sned in the police court on . charge of adultery.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
New York want. the Kldnappsr..

HARTFORD, Conn, Feb. 15.-Governor Bulkeley has received requisition from Governor Flower of New York for the Long Ridge kidnappers, Charles E. Waterbury and Johu McCann. The papers have heen referred to the Stafe's Attorney of Fairiield County tp deter Naana Whethef thH crlna waa qonmitkea M EzHF *NH Fl 4Htz t4 .I
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
Typhus In Newburg.

Nry..U 'in. N. Y, Feb. 15.-The house, O.. !. s,+hington street, from which the it.t.in suffering from. the typhus fever ere removed, has been thoroughly fumiga;ed ed and is now being closely watc. G! by the health officers The vic timsi were passengers on the Massilia, but it is understood that they are the only Italians coming over on that vessel that have come to this city.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
socIETY AND CLUB MEETINGS.
Meetings This Evening.

e~ Secretaries are requested to send m Cn dates of meetings of societies, lodges and club and to notify us of any changes of regular meet ing nights.
 Meetings This Evening. Third Division, A. O. H. Evangeline circle, c. of F. Court Hancock, A. o. F of A. Sterling Commandery, U. O. G. c. Loyal Legion, O. U. A. M. Evergreen Temple of Honor. Regular drill, Chatfield Guards. Amphion orchestra rehearsal. American brass band rehearsal. Local assembly, No 2,961, K. of L. Concordia singing society rehearsal. Waterbury Field Club. Bergen's orchestra.
 l.. A. 2286.
 St Aloysius Drum Corps. Speedwell lodge, No 10, K. of P. Townsend lodge, No 69, I. o. o. F.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
Fer the Relief of Starving Russians

BEDFORD, Pa, Feb. 15.-An appeal fer money for the relief of the Russian sue- Ierers was made yesterday from every pulpit in Bedford county. A movement
 ls on foot among tho public schools to
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
piphtherla in Ep.ism ls For,n.

LANCASTER, Pa; Feb. 15. -Diphtheria Is raging in epidemic form at Maytown. There have been tlsirtY new casoa re- ported iu the pact two hnTp Thu public lsNnNI fH e1es
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15

When we opened our NEW STORE we put our foot on high prices the quality of goods we put above all competitors, by buying a grade better than had been sold here. Customers have learned that OUR rightly-made clothing at the low prices we have marked it, is the most economical clothing they can wear. Have you learned it? It's time you did for you want the best value you can get for your money, don't you :? This is our bargain month. Boys children's and mems clothing at less money than you ever bought the same qualities for before, and I think it will be long time before you get such values again.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
Valentine Bros.

Keep the best Gloss Floor Paint in the market, at the low est figures. Also a full line of Wall Papers and Picture Mouldings.
 Draining and Decorating neat ly done.
 Valentine Bros.
 121 SOUTH MAIN ST.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
The cu.OpeIatlve Tea Co.

Will give to every customer one pound of Baking Powder equal to Royal powder. Call fer t with . pound of Tee.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
DALLAS, the Florist

Always has the largest stock of Cut Flow CTS. He can, and does give you better work for your money than you can get elsewhere in the city. His stock of Plants is immense. Give him call and compare his work with the best you can find.
 32 Union street and 69 Bank street.
 ny Telephone call 146 3.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15

EOR SALE-In Brooklyn, two houses I on corner of Bank and Dodd streets, one four tenement house on South River side street. Inquire of JOHN WAGNER, No 161 Burnham street.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15

Fiametta Hogan (young lady on left. How my warm Mulberry street blood tingles at the thought of that valentine being intended for Jacopo. Shill fol- Ter her, or what2-sLife.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1892-02-15
A F. Taylor Go, Decorators, House Painters
 And GlazierS.

All the new designs in Wall Papers, now ready for spring trade. Many hun dred patterns to select from. Full line of Ready Mixed Paints, Colors, varnishes, Glass, Putty Sc. Complete line of Win dow Shades from 25 cents up. Room Mouldings cOlored to match paper. All work guaranteed
 25 East Main Street.
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The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1892-12-21

g. T. Hollister of Greenville, is in
favor of taxing dogs in this state $1.OO
to $500 per head, thus making dogs
property" under the laws, and creating
a special school fund to be used only for
the building of better school houses and
for furnishing fixtures for the same.
The said tax to be collected or assessed
by the clerk of each district while taking
the enumeration of their respective dis
trict, and to become delinquent on the
first Monday of March, the clerk to be
allowed certain per cent. for the assess
ment; the amount to be fixed by the
county school superintendent of each
county, and when not paid before de-
linquent to be collected as any other
tax. A tax of this kind would have a
tendency to the building up of better
breed of dogs, for people owning worth
less ours would probably then dispose of
them and keep only dogs OF some value.