davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The record-union., 1892-05-12
CARS BLOWN To PIECES.
Work of Dynamite Fiend at SUIT.


work of Dynamite Fiend at Sutter
Creek.
SUFFER- CREEK, May u.-About 1880
o'clock last night three successive explo-
sions were heard near town, and the Lin
coin miners on going to work this morn
ing discovered that three of their cars that
had been left in the open pit the night
nreyious had been blown to pieces by
some fiend. The cause for the depreda-
,ion is somewhat of mystery, as the
liners work the mine on the tribute
,,lan. The blacksmith shop was broken
The record-union., 1892-05-12
Cholera in Afghanistan.

CABUL (Afghanistan), May 1l.-Cholera
is epidemic in this city. The Ameer has
Withdrawn to a camp outside the walls.
The record-union., 1892-05-12
strike at Cleveland.

CLEVELAND, May 11.-The machinery
molders of the city, except where the de-
mands are granted, are on strike Tor an
advance in wages. About SO men are
out.
The record-union., 1892-05-12
Belgium.s Constitution.

BRUSSELS, May l1.-Belgium's sixty
one-year-old Constitution is now doomed.
After a fortnight's debate the House of
Representatives has agreed upon the re-
vision OF Clause AZ, the cornerstone of
the Constitution, limiting the franchise to
l20,0O0 citizens. The House afterward
voted, 80 to 81, for the revision PROPOSE
ton. The Senate agreed, by 100 to 10, to
revise the clause which describes the
The record-union., 1892-05-12
A Ray of Light.

ST. PETERSBURG, May 1.-THE I'm
perial Council has decided to admit Jews
to the municipal franchises.
The record-union., 1892-05-12
An Election in I.aIsa c.nnntr

LAKEPoRT, May 1l.-Gressner was
elected Supervisor in the Fourth District
of Lake County over McElroy by "A ma
iority.
The record-union., 1892-05-12

limits of Belgium This clause will be
revised in such way as to enable Bel
gium to acquire Congo.
The record-union., 1892-05-12

Worcester, Montgomery County. Pa.
is shipping walnut logs to be made into
rifle stocks in Germany.
The record-union., 1892-05-12
NEW HAMPSHIRE DEMoCRATs.

CONCORD, May 1.-THE Democratic
State Convention, to choose delegates TO
the National Convention, met here to-
day. oliver f. Branch was chosen Chair
man. He briefly addressed the conyen-
ton. His references to Cleveland were
loudly applauded.
Urch OF Portsmouth created sensation
by saying: Il charge Grover Cleveland
and his Administration with disloyalty
and unfaithfulness TO the rank and file of
the Democratic party" The speaker was
interrupted by storm of Kisses and cries
of Put him out" The Chairman ruled
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01
NE ATHS-


BEAZLEY.-Died. on February 23d. OF
her home, in Hanover county, Mrs. MARIA
j.. BEAZLEY, wife OF A. 4. Beazley, and
Oldest daughter OF the late J. J. Wilson, in
the 5ith year of her age.
DOGGETT.-DIed at his late residence,
No. col east Leigh street. Monday. Feb
ruary 10Th. at A. NJ, CHURCHILL DOG
GET, in the nth year of his age.
Funeral from st. Faul's church TUES
DAY, March LIST. at p. NJ. Friends of the
family invited to attend. No flowers.
HOPE.-Died. at the residence of C. t.
BlankenshIp, Jr., 6l5 Church street. at 500
A. NJ. Monday. February 29th. CARO-
LINE A. II. HOPE, in the 73d year of her
age.
Her work on earth was nobly done"
Her funeral will take place from LAUREL
Street Methodist church THIS AFTER
NOON at 3 O'clock. Friends of the family
are invited TO attend.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01
Turf Events.

fBy telegraph 10 the Dlspatcn-I
GurTrSBuRa, N. j., February 29.-The
track was in good condition to-day and tue
attendance was large.
First race-six furlongs-Two Lips won /;
Benefit second Himlex third. Time. l:l5A.
Second race-three turlongs-UZeray
won: Dillon j. second. Elk Knight third.
Time, 36l4. ,..,
won: Azrael second. Van Dyke third.
Time, 1:lS4.
Fourth race-one mile and turlong-
Sir Ray won; Virgle second, Aenophon
Fifth race-six furlongs-Drizzle won;
Wooncutter second, Prince Howard third.
Time l:l634.
Sixth race-seven furlongs-Firefy won !;
Justice second. Van third. Time, l:33.
AT GLOUCESTER.
GLOUCESTER, N. j., February 29.-To-
DAYS events resulted as follows;
First race-seven furlongs-Allan Archer
won; Sorrento second, Cargenie third.
Second race -four and half furlongs-
Neerina won; Barrento second, BootJack
third. Time, 1:0l.
Third race-seven and half furlongs-
Ed. McGinnis won; Richal second, Flori-
more third. Time, l;441s.
Fourth receive furlongs-Monsoon
won; Rover second, Penzance third.
Time. 1:07sl.
Fifth race-four and half furlongs-
Genevieve won; Lettoon second, Vance
third. Time, 10l15.
Sixth race-seven furlongs-Lady NJ.
won; Noble Duke second, Ossa third.
Time. l:31.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01
NEW YORK STOCK MARKET.

NV YORK. February 29.--The stock mar
ket to-day opened the new week with renewal
OF the excitement over the coal stocks, and
great activity In those shares was again accom-
panied by phenomenal movements In thoir
prices, which we're all IN tho upward direction.
The rest of the market sympathized TO limited
extent, but New England and New York Cen
trail were the only ones TO score any material
improvement from tho rise.
DELAWARE AND HUDSON.
was the centre OF interest this time, and while
the suggestion that another combination IN
which the Pennsylvania would be Interested aud
In opposition 20 the Reading syndicate caused a
great deal Of hesitation, a rumOr that the Van
derbllts had obtained control OF the Delaware
and Hudson and would work the road in harino-
ny with the older combination secured many be-
lievers, and the sharp rise In Delaware aud Hud-
son was quickly followed by another rise IN the
other COaers and also In New York Central
There was by no means the activity or tho ex-
element attending the late Developments In
that line, but the transactions were very large,
aud the movements 10 the stocks Immediately
concerned we're wide Delaware aud Hudson, AT
the best price. was up over Z per cent, and
Lackawanna nearly as much. while Jersey Cen
trai rose over and Reading was put 70 above 20.
RUy0Rs or NEW DEAL
in New England and Of the retirement Of MI
Corbn RON tie MANAGEMENT OF that road, ac-
fbiNpdni'l ny llf 50 III huhi rtDNhs bNh fho
truo occasion for is movements are still as
great mystery "a ever There was only one
weak point I'm the list and that was the Distllers,
which continued TO decline slowly but steadily,
Thle the other lndustrials were lirm though
quiet. Late rumors connected Eric and New
England with the movement In Delaware aud
Hudson, but no importance was attached 70
these rumors, aud the excitement In the mar
ket gradually died away, though there was COM
paratiyely large trading In the late dealing and
an evening up of contracts put out during the
day and liquidation Of long account, by tho
taking Of profits on the advance. The Grangers
were, with the exception Of SO. Paul. quiet
throughout the day, moving within narrow Inn
is with the majority II the rest VI the list.
THE CLOSE FIRM AND HOPEFUL
The market clOseed lrm and hopeful at or near
the best prices OF the day. The dual gains in
clude Delaware and Hudson, 59e; Ls:kawanna,
5J5; Jersey Central, 37s New York Central, .
sugar, IA; COrdage, Ia New England, lls,
and Union Pacific aud Canada Southern, per
cent. each. Sales, listed stock, sos, 900 shares;
unlisted, 1000 shares.
MONEY AND EXCHANGE.
Ersning.-Erchange quiet and weak Of ASA
4s,lb. Commercial bills 4Stl6aiS7 Money
easy at 1lsa2: closing offered AT .. sub-rrea-
sury Dalances-Coin, sl12, 100000; currency,
sl7.oSS,OOO. GOyornments dull but urn; 4
per cents, ll6ll. state bonds neglected.
STOCK QUOTATIONS.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01
indianapolis Under Mob Control.
TRv Telegraph 10 the Dispatch.l


INDIANAPOLIS, IND., February 29.-Atl0lO
A. NJ. two special policemen were assault
ed low mob Of 1000 people. They were
pummelled over the head and had to seek
shelter.
Five hundred special policemen, were
sworn in this morning. The weather is
very wet. but that had no effect, for the
streets in the disturbed sections OF the
city are packed with people.
A reporter for an evening paper, which
has assiduously opposed the. strike. went
10 the Shelby-Street stables this morning.
His identity soon became known and he
was set upon by the moo collected there,
but he finally succeeded in escaping IN a
cab.
Charles Deer, machinist employed in
the Pan Handle shops. while going to work
This morning. was assaulted by the striking
machinists and almost killed. The rall-
road company has declared its. intention
OF taking the case to the Federal Court.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01
A. SAKS e GO.
FOLLOW THE CROWD.

There are lots Of things ain tho wind here"
All the DERBYs and SOFT HATS start In this
morning for n quick run out. They are heried
in three 2.37, s1.s7, and s1.17. That's
closer than you ever came TO such qualities be-
fore. Take any Of them.
In our PANTALOON sale are those RIyERToN
CHEvIOTs-men's szes-at $500. They are
enough sight" better than you can get made
TO order for IS. Nothing boats tho Rlvertons for
wear. All woodland our hands made them.
That silences all doubts the low price might
raise. You know we are not going to let any
thing go out We can't support.
The SHOE SALE is more tempting than ever
and the first mild day you are going 10 think
seriously about a LIGHTWEIGHT ovERCoAT.
Ready
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01
CHAIRMAN SPRINGER ILL.
For at Least Week lie Cannot Even
Hear of Legislation.
[By telegraph to the Dispatch.I

[By telegraph to the Dispatch.l
WASHINGTON, February 29.-Chairman
Springer. of the Ways and Means Com
mittee. is suffering from acute erysipelas,
complicated with nervous prostration and
a severe cold. and is unable TO see any one
but the immediate members Of his family;
His features are swollen almost beyond
recognition and have assumed purple
hue, vet he has never lost consciousness.
and his mind IS apparently perfectly clear.
His physician has imposed perfect quiet.
and saws that for at least O week 10 come
he must not even be permitted TO know
the daily occurrences of the House. or con-
verse. or be informed on any other matters
OF special interest to him. This serious
illness is said by the physician to be prln-
cipaliy the effect Of nervous prOstratlon,
induced by constant work and anxiety IN
the preparation of his tariff report and the
incessant calls of visitors TO which the
chairman of the Ways and Means Commit
tee has been subjected.
Chairman Springer to-day commuhl
Gated with Representative McMillin OF
Tennessee the request that he assume
charge of the tariff bills in the House du-
ring the chairman's illness and make the
opening speech in the coming discussion.
Mr.. Springer hopes to be sufficiently re-
covered to make the last speech and close
the debate before the final vote is taken.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01
HMnAHRAasED.
LlOUOR-LlCENSE CASE.
Wealthy Husband Of Virginia ady Dead
The Naval Battalion.
[specIal telegram % the Dispatoh.l


CHARLOTTE. n. g.. February 29.-The Su-
perior Court Of Mecklenburg county ia
beng held here this week by Judge John
G. Bynum. The Roessler mandamus case,
which was the first called this morning, IS
one OF much interest both here and else
where, as it affects vital point IN the
liquor question.
The readers Of the DISPATCH will remem-
Der the County Commissioners OF Meek
lenburg refused to grant license TO all WHO
made applications in the beginning OF TINS
year, in consequence Of which the bar
rooms have been closed. They tried each
case, introducing testimony on both sides
aud both sides had eminent attorneys.
Captain j. Roessler made application for
license and after trial was refused. lie
then had the Judge issue mandamus
upon the commissioners to either grant
the Incense or show cause why thew should
not be compelled to do go. They refused
and the cause Is now being tried here.
MR.. L. c. JoHNsToS DEAD.
Mr.. Latta G. johnson, one OF the wealth
lest and most prominent young men OF the
State, died at his home here last night OF
congestion Of the lungs. He was well one
week ago, but was taken suddenly with
the grip with the fatal termination noted
above Mr. johnson was member OF a
distinguished family in this State In
july. 1887, ne married Miss Annie Thorn,
OF Pulaski county. Va, who with two
children survive him. lie leaves an estate
valued at $4,000.
MIR. W. j. Nesbit, familiarly known in
commercial circles of tins section as JUNIOR
member of the firm of A. X. Nesbit *
Brother. died at his home here yesterday
after a lingering illness.
FINE EQUIPMENT.
Charlotte has the only naval battalion OF
any inland town in the South. The bat
talon has about 100 members. Recently
they received from the government a
rapid-fring Calling gun. To-day they re-
ceived ffty-six Lee magazine guns. forty
new model Colt revolvers, thirty-hye cut
lasses, with belts, scabbards, etc. The
battalion will go TO Norfolk 10 attend
Governor Holt at the launching of tho
Raleigh" and will receive training and
instruction during the summer on board
ship at Fortress Monroe.
HILARIOUS FIREslES.
The Veteran hremen of Philadelphia
passed through Charlotte III tram OF
seven cars YESTERDAY They had twenty
minutes frolic at the depot here. Their
band PLAYED Dixie" and " Yankee
Doodle" and they amused themselves by
throwing nickels for the assembled negroes
TO scramble over. The crowd seemed very
hilarious. and evidently plenty OF the
ardent had been imbibed.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01
RESIDENCE DESTROYED BY FIRE.
Contest for the state Democratic Conven-
tion-Children's Contributions.

fCorrespondenceo OF tho Richmond Dispatch-l
RALEIGH, N. c., February 29.-Early this
morning the residence OF Thomas L..
Stevenson, two miles south of here, was
entirely destroyed by fire, which originated
in kitchen. No property OF any KIND
was saved, and the family escaped, clad IN
their night clothing.
Ex-Sherlff \. l.. Yount. of Catawba, SAYS
that the statements concerning ms busi-
ness failure are erroneous that failure to
collect taxes was not the trouble. but that
paving heavy interest caused II. The taxes
were very closely collected.
The Supreme Court to-day heard argu-
ment III what IS known as the Durham
Water W forks case, involving S2O,OOO.
LIVELY CONTEST.
One Of the interesting features of the
meeting of the Democratic State Execu-
tive Committee here day after tomorrow
will be the contest for the location OF the
State convention. Charlotte and Raleigh
are the points which are named. Only once
has the convention been held at place
other than Raleigh, and then IL was not
satisfactory arrangement.
The children of the State are raising
81. 500 for cot" in st. Johns Hospital
here, in memory of the late Bishop Atkin-
son. There is already secured in cash
81, 200, this being contributed by 1863 per-
sons.
The event of to-day here was the pre-
sentation this evening of Ben Hur" in
tableaux and readings, some twenty or
more prominent people taking parts. The
readings were by Mrs. Bradford. The
performance was at the Theatre and was
In aid of the Church OF the Good Shep-
herd.
News has been received of the death, at
Silver City, Chatham county, of ID. 4. A:
Brooks. a widely-known physician, aged
81 wears.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01
REEDS QUORUM COUNTING UPHELD
Mr.. Wise to Press the Commercial Trav-
eIl.r.' BIIi-Ciaims Of tho Hicks Heirs.


(correspondence of the Richmond Dispa'ch.l
WARRINGTON. February 29.-Little or no
surprise was manifested to-day among
public men over the decision OF the nu-
preme Court unfolding the counting OF
ar,orums IN the House by Mr. Reed when
he was Speaker in that body. II has been
expected. although the real point IN the
case was the validity Of the Mckinley
tariff act Regardless of the fact that the
decision has been rendered, it will, IN
the opinlon OF leading men here,
have no effect on the present Democratic
House or anv other Democratic House that
NAV come after it. Each House makes us
own rules. and that Will be the case rignt
along. No Democrat Will favor anything
that was practiced by lhomas bracAe''
Reed.
NO ACTION TAKEy.
The House Commerce Committee. OF
winch Mr.. Wise is chairman. has not yet
fred anv day for the consideration OF the
hostage bill. and inquiry among members
OF the committee shows that no DEFINITE
action has yet been talked of.
When the committee IS again called IN
the House Mr.. Wise Will once more push
the bill In which commercial travellers
are so much Interested, and the chances
are II will be passed.
Mr.. Fpes introduced IN the House TO-
day a bill referring the claim of the heirs
of Captain Isaac Hicks to the Court OF
Claims. Captain Hicks served in the war
OF the Revolution.
BILLS INTRODUCED.
Mr.. Crawford. Of North Carolina, intro
dnced the following bills: To place the
name of George G. Havme ON the rolls OF
Company A. Second North Carolina
Mounted Infantry. to date September, 10,
1863, and by proper entries Of record TO
recognize him as captain of the company
from that date TO the dose of the war.
Directing the Secretary Of the Treasury
10 pay DAVID Owl 1904 and Willstee DAVIS
53i for services rendered the eastern band
of Cherokee Indians. the same to be paid
ont of any funds in the Treasury belong
ing TO said Indians.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01
THE PRESIDENT HAS FINE SPORT.
He Bags Number OF Canvas-Back
Ducks and IL Delighted.
ny telegraph 20 the Dispatch. J

tBy telegraph % the Dispatch
NORFOLK. Va. February 29.-After a g.
o'clock breakfast this morning President
Harrison left the Princess Anne Hotel.
Virginia Beach, for the Ragged Island
Cunning Clubs ducking grounds. accom-
panied by several members Of the club.
The ncrtheasteyly storm was still prevail
ing, but huntsmen predicted better wea-
ther a. the dav advanced. This forecast
proved accurate. and the weather. while
cloudy and at times rainy, has been fine
for duck-shOOting on the marshes along
the coast, The party drove along the
beach a distance Of twelve miles in car
riages and arrived at the club about 10
o'clock.
At THE ISLAND.
Mr.. s. L. Crittenden has just received
the following telephone message from the
Ragged Island Club The President mr.
rived safely ut 1879, and as comfortably as
the high tide would permit. lie remarked
that IL was the first time he had ever been
at sea in a wagon. After a short stop at
Henley's and quick sail across the bay IN
the clubs yacht the clubhouse was reach
ed. and there hearty greeting awaited
him. Almost immediately lunch was
served and start was made for the
marshes.
CASyAs-BACEs GALORE.
Inc president OF tnS cluD htitcbcu
Johns's Island for President Harrison 20
shoot from. and there ne shot from 1880 7.
NJ 90 6, killing a number Of canves-back
ducks. He showed that he was an excel
lent and a sure shot The weather was
dsagroeablo. rain falling most of the
time The President showed no signs Of
fatigue. however, and enjoyed the sport
amazingly. The prospects are most IA
vorable for to-morrow's shooting, and the
President appears delighted with his out
ing"
AND TIE BAND WILL PLAY.
Commodore Weaver has ordered the
naval post band here to report al Princess
Anne Hotel on Wednesday for the service
of the President as long as be stays there.
The band is under the skillful leadership
Of Professor Jessie Price, pupil of Gadu-
kir. and one Of the most promising young
musicians in the country.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01
CAPTAIN RICHARDSON'S DEATH.
lie Passed Away After an Illness OF Only
Four Hours In His 5fth Year.

Correspondence Of the Richmond DsDatch.l
FARayIIE. Va. February 2G.-The peo-
ple of Farmville were shocked this morn
ing at the announcement of the death OF
Captain Hillary GOode Richardson. which
occurred at quarter past 6 o'clock. after
an illness Of only four hours. At o'clock
last night he awoke, complaining OF pain
in ms chest. and arose and went TO an adj
Joining room. His young son Eddie soon
thereafter found his father lying III gasp
ing and speechless condition. DIR. j.. H..
White was quickly summoned and did all
he could TO create favorable reaction
without avail.
Captain Richardson was about 50 years
of age and leaves three boys, whose
mother died several years since. He was
one of the oldest dry-goods merchants Of
the town. His life-history was interviewer
with that of Farmville. though he was
well and favorably known abroad. He
was always Of most cheerful disposition.
Quick to condemn and always with fear
less emphasis he was Just as quick TO for
give. &c.,.
Captain Richardson was about his bust
ness on Saturday with his usual cheerful
ness and passed the Sabbath through with
out a complaint .
There are nowln Prince Edward jail four
negro lunatics.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01
Fatal Explosion of a Boiler.
(By telegraph to the Dlspatch.l

SAVANNAH. Ga, February 2s.-The boiler
in the Savannah. Florida and Western
railway shops here exploded at o'clock
iniuring another. The building was
wrecked and the patterns of the compaay's
machinery and locomotives were de-
stroyed. The killed are John q. Murphy,
engineer (white), aud Fireman Stolt
(colorod). A colored porter is fatally IN:
iured. The damage outside of the loss OF
the patterns is estimated at $4,000.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01

here and selling IL, and the buyers should help
20 hghten their burden.
Our February Loose sales show big gain over
former sales In February or any month for
years. indeed. our monthly loose saies afs
nearly ms large ~ the seasons sales for ono
year. At the present growth Richmond win sell
nearly 20,000,O0o pounds Of loose this year.
few months ago many would only predict
100000 pounds as our sales for this season.
Ciarksvile, Tenn: Common 80 medium Tugs;
70 DC: good ings 70 common leaf, 51 10 1c.,
medium 70 good leaf. ~ 70 10Ixc. nne leaf, IL
20 i0c. Market Hctiye and rrm and higher for
lugs Tobacco rushing In, country buyers about
finishing up their work.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01
A,I,sustr,aI Paper Changes Hands.

70 tII7 E|I"f7'''V''-'
BALTIMORE, Mp, February 29.-The Manu-
fac'ureys' Record was sold to-day by IL. III.
& William II. Edmonds to Walter II. Page,
editor Of The Forum magazine, New York
Il. IL. Sanborn, OF Philadelphia, aud
Thomas z. Grasty, who has been for three,
years the chief southern correspondent OF
the Record. Articles OF incorporation OF
new company. TO be called the Manufac-
turers' Record Manufacturing Company,
with paid-up capital stock OF $500, OOl;
were fled today. All the men who Will
enter the new management have been spe-
cial students of southern industrial prob
lens The policy of the paper will not be
materially changed. 4. IL. Sanborn VIII
be the now editor.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1892-03-01
washington Minor Mention.

w.sHrsoros. d. c., February 2s.-The
terms or the Boring Sea treaty signed to-
dav cannot now be stated, but it Il known
that the Board of Arbitration provided tor
will consist of seven persons-two repre-
sentinc the United States. two represent
inc Great Britain Zone Of whom Is 10 be. Q
canadian). and one each representing the
neutral governments Of France, Sweden.
and Italy.
c,al notice Of 8 definite agreement for The