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Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
JAPAN AS A MODEL.

Touching the question of naval policy
the Philadelphia Record breaks itself loose
long enough TO hold up the following ex-
ample for the imitation of this nation:
A Japanese war vessel entered the harbor
of San Francisco last week firing salutes
with German guns loaded with French
powder. Tie vessel is called the Kin-go
and was built in England. The japanese
have been wonderfully prompt in availinR
themselves of the advancement OF civilized
nations both in the arts OF peace and war
They have yet to learn that it is better to
build dear guns and war vessels for them
selves than to hire the gunmaRers and ship
wrights of other nations to build them guns
and vessels that are cheaper and OF eq ual
quality.
For newspaper published in Philadel-
phia to present the assumption that this
nation is on an equality with Japan in the
matter of building ships, rolling armor
and manufacturing guns, conveys an un-
flattering assumption to some one. But
inasmueh as Philadelphia shipyards have
turned out vessels equal 10 those of En-
glish construction, and Pennsylvania
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
DEATHS HERE AND ELSEWHERE.
Nicholas Grattan Murphy:

THE DISPATCH of yesterday contained
an announcement of the death of Nicholas Grattan
Murphy at his home at Grafton. Mr.. Murphy was
one of the best known among the old citizens of
Pttsburg In his 18th year at the time of his death.
he was but years old when he came to Plttsburg
with his father, Andrew Murphy, from Bucks
county; and he witnessed the growth of this place
from small to enormous proportions. Mr.. Murphy
was associated with his father in the manufacture
of woolen goods. a pursuit which the older MIR.
Murphy had followed successfully In Ireland nearly
100 years ago, and later at Pittsheld, Mass, and
again at Hulmersvile, in Bucks county. The older
MIR. Murphy made the first broaGcloth in the
United States. He a man OF great 1ntelli-
gence much interested in politics and was strong
high tariff advocate. The PittsburR mill. which
was the first of the sort in this neiRhborhood. was
built upon CHARTERS creek. Afterwards Nicholas
Grattan Murphy was in business as member of
the then well-known firm OF Murphy 4 TIernan,
and later ne was associated with various financial
enterprises. Deceased was an old-school gentle
man of the kindhest disposition and gentlest man
ners. He took q Geep and sympathetic interest in
everything pertaining to the history of the older
places and people. lie leaves two daughters. Mr..
George M. Won Bonnhorst, the County Recorder,
and W. L. Won Bonnhorst are nephews. Deceased
was married the laIe Eliza Beale. who died last
summer. Death came painlessy to Mr.. Murphy on
Wednesday evening. He had just returned home
from the city little after O'Clock, and was sitting
calmly by the fire, when he suddenly expired. De-
ceased will be kindly remembered Tor his amiabe
qualities by every one who knew him.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
ANARCHIsM IN FRANCE.

There is now little room for doubt that
the only danger to the French Republic
lies in the efforts of the communiStic
party and politicians working on its be-
half from motives of ambition or revenge.
Neither Monarchists nor Imperialists
have an available leader, nor is there any
considerable section of the nation pre-
pared to support such leadership if it were
present. France may modify its form of
Government, since large element is de-
sirous of change for the sake of variety
and in the hope of bringing the Republic
nearer to the level of anarchistic social
ism. But the modification will not be in
the direction of monarchism in any of its
forms.
The argument made by the Socialists is
that society is rotten, and the Panama
scandals are pointed to as evidence. On
the strength of that evidence the destruct-
ion of society is asked for. In view of
this state of affairs the occurrence of a
dynamite outrage in Paris yesterday may
almost be regarded as a blessing. A few
such examples of anarchistic terrorism at
this time could hardly fail to react upon
public opinion, and persuade it to bear a
little longer in the hope that the Republic
will be better for the purgation resulting
from the present disclosures of cor
ruption.
Anarchism can only be endorsed by de-
spair. And the despair would be desper-
ate indeed which would install the party
of dynamite in power, in full view of its
modes and methods for the subversion of
ali law and its disregard of all rights of
life and property.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
Buffalo BIZ in London Society.

Mrs. JOHN SHERWOOD gave another OF
her delight ul talks yesterday afternoon, at
the residence of Mrs A. E. W. Painter. She
described her first trip to London with her
husband, it being their wedding journey,
aId said that she was received into the
inner circle of London society at once on
account of the letters of Introduction she
carried from American friends. English
people entertain deep respect for letters
of this kind, and will take a great deal of
trouble to make pleasant the visit OF those
who present them. During her five seasons
in London, Mrs. Sherwood was fortunate
enough to see only one fog, so that her recol-
lectlons of the English metropolis are very
bright. London looks better by sunlight
than under any other conditions. DescriD-
ing her first appearance at court, she says
she experienced an awfully Quaking feeling
when told that she must wear a train four
yards long and feathers in her hair. 1t is
court etiquette, when one IS presented to
the Queen, to make q certain description OF
bow, and she was afraid she would not be
able to accomplish it gracefully. She was
advised to offer her most gracious majesty
the peculiar bow known as the charity bob."
which is taught to the children of charity
institutions, and IS more reVerent tnan
graceful. One day she was told that she was
to meet a distinguished fellow-countrymau,
and she dressed herself very carefully, sup
posing that it would be Mr. Lowell, or some
other equally important American. Imag-
inc her feelings when she was presented to
Buffalo Bill, as it indicated the sort of men
that the English consider our bost people.
Mrs. Sherwood advised anyone who wanted
to 20 through London properly to employ a
guide-one who is acquainted with all the
old places OF historical interest, and knows
how to find them without trouble. Mrs
Sherwood evidently admires the English
very much. She says that the manners of
the higher classes are delightful, and seem
to say to you that you are perfectly well
come without gush. She touched on Lord
Byron and his unfortunate disagreement
with his wife, and showed a wide knowledge
of many matters in connection with the
English nobility that was interesting to her
listeners Her lecture was given close at
tention, and appeared to please the audi
ence, mainly because her delivery is so
good, and without much reference TO what
she saws.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
LOSE No TIME

Elsewhere in The DISPATCH this morn
ing Chief Clerk Crosby Gray, of the De-
partment of Public Safety of this city,
outlines the stand taken on the quaran-
tine question at the last meeting of the
American Health Association. That body
is one more addition to the lls5 of the
many authorities that expect a recurrence
of cholera in Europe With the return of
warmer weather, and urge the necessity
for the establishment of an efficient
national quarantine system.
Last falls warning was serious enough,
and Congress should lose no time in
demonstrating its regard for the safety of
this country. THE DISPATCH has fire.
quently pointed out the necessities of the
case, and they are indeed obvious to all
who seriously consider the question.
There must be no pandering to petty in
terests of transportation companies or the
like, where the health of 65,OO0,0OO is at
stake. Upon its reassembling Congress
cannot too speedily pass a measure COM
petent to place the safety of America
beyond all doubt
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
ANOTHER HUMAN SACRIFICE.

AT a Chicago grade crossing yesterday
a locomotive struck crowded street car,
with the usual fatal result 1t should not
be difficult to locate the responsibility for
the catastrophe, and criminal negligence
ought to suffer the severest punishment
the law provides But when penalties
have been dealt out to those who were the
direct cause of this particular accident,
the most serious feature of the evil will
remain untouched. 1t is, of course, the
right and proper plan to enforce a sense
of duty by inflicting penalties where
neglect involves the loss of life So long,
however, as public opinion permits the
existence of grade crossings, so long will
such disasters as that of yesterday occur.
Human nature is not infallible, and with
the strictesJ rules for the protection of
grade crossings and the most efficient OBJ
servance thereof, grade crossings make
poor showing of safety in comparison with
bridged or tunneled intersections.
The public opinion of this country has a
deal to learn yet of the value of human
life. When the lesson has been properly
learnt grade crossings will no longer be
tolerated. And their abolition will be
but one among many needed reforms in
railroad and municipal management
recognizing more fully the claims of public
safety.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
THE END OF THE SUMMER.

The end of the summer. o. tell it in whispersI
So sad is the Ihoeght that its glory is gone;
The sands all deserted, no music enticing.
Where tourists have WANDERED the sea rushing
on,
As If to erase every trace of the past
With wild angry bilows and tempests' rude
blast.
The end of the summer. Its sunshine and flowers,
Its boisterous glee by the great ocean tide;
A host now hies homeward, for winter is coming,
To share with dear wee ones a warm freside.
Though summer is ended, what joy in the home
Mid sweet smiling faces when no longer we
roam.
The end of the summer, no wonder sadness
Steals over the hearts of the fragile and wan
For gone now. alas! is season of gladness;
And o. the unrest ere again they may share
Life's sunshine, precious If spared through the
gloom
OF our cold northern winter TO summers fair
bloom.
The end of the summer. but not of impressions
lndelibly stamp'd on the mind of the past;
Through the long winter nights how oft will be
TREASURED
The scenes. so delightful when with sky over
cast
The snownakes fall thick round the dear cottage
home,
AND the storm winds without forbid us to roam.
@. Hdmerbon. IN Leeds Mercury.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
Gossip of Society,

THE annual treat for the children of the
Protestant Orphan Asylum, Ridge avenue.
is to be given next Sunday in the Arch
candy and special exercises for New Years
Day. The little ones are having pleasant
time this week, there being no studies. so
that they can play as much as they please.
They have received number of useful
presents. The Nixon Street Ba ptist Church
Sunday school made them O nice donation
OF books, fruit and candy.
YESTERDAY afternoon n reception was ten
dered Rev. c. E. Lucas, the new pastor of
the First Christian Church, Allegheny, in
the church parlors, Arch street. The
officers of the church acted as q reception
committee, and the new pastor made the
acquaintance of most of his flock in the
most pleasant way that could he conceived.
His former home is Maysville, Ky.
Miss DAISY P. SHAW, of California, Pa,
was married to Mr.. David 2. Little, of
Williamsburg. last evening. Rev: George
ceremony. The couple will reside on Forbes
street, Pittsburs
A SOCIAL is to be held at the C. Y. W. C. A.
rooms, Al Penn avenue, this evening. An
Interesting musical programme mas been
prepared, and it is expected that the oc-
casion will be an exceptionally pleasant
one.
The third entertainment of the East Lib
erty branch of the Y. NJ. G. A, was given last
evening. Mr.. and Mrs. Byron w. KING, as
sisted by members of the Acme Concert
Company, were among the attractions.
THE Allegheny Cotillon Club is to have a
dance at the Monongahela House this even
ing, that is expected to be most enjoyable
as well as fashionable event. Mr. j. George
lhmsen is to lead the cotillon.
AN excellent musical entertainment was
given last evening at the Mt. Washington
NJ. P. Church by number OF pupils OF the
Duquesne Conservatory OF Music.
Mr. AND Mrs. c. W. DITTMER, OF Pennsyl-
vania avenue, Allegheny, have gone to
Wellsville, o., TO ATTEND the china wedding
of Mr.. and Mrs. W. H. White.
THE annual supper of the BueBa Vista
Street NJ. E. Church was given last evening
in the lecture room. 1t will be repeated this
evening.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
A MOUND OF SKULLS.
Strange Discovery of Petrified Human
Heads Down in Texas.

Strange Discovery of Petrified Human
Heads Down in Texas.
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, Dec. GA dispatch
from Currizo Springs, Dimmil county, says
that 25 miles south of that place. near the
Encinal Road, has been discovered an oval
topped mound covered with petrified human
skulls The mound is about 100 feet in
height, circular in form, and Joined on one
side to short range of hills of about the
same height.
On tho summit. and for some distance
down the sloping side, it is covered with
what appear to be smooth, spherical bones,
which upon close inspection prove to be
petrified human skulls distorted into gro
tesque shapes
BY removing the sand and loose dirt from
the orifices of the face. the unmistakable
human countenance is revealed. Bones of
other classes are found there, and from all
appearances the whole mound is formed of
human skulls. The subject of opening the
mound has been agitaled, but as yet it has
not been done.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
The Truth and Its Counterfeit.

MISS ELIZABETH SCovEL, prominent
evangelist of Nashville, Tenn, delivered an
interesting discourse on "The Truth and Its
Counterfeit before large audience at the
Bethany Home, Center avenue, last even
ing. Rev. DR.. Walker conducted the open
ing and closing prayer and singing services.
Miss Scovel commenced her discourse by
clever simile of how truth and its counter
felt was like good and false government
bill. They were so much alike 1t was very
difficult to discover which was false, but
back of the good bill was it's value in coin in
the Government treasury. SO with the
truth and its counterfeit. She went on to
say that the atheist and infidel did less
harm to the Church than those who believed
in it but did not live up to their faith. The
great scientists OF to-day are trying
to get to God by understanding him, but
they never succeed in getting very near.
Miss Scovel spoke at great length on the
coming of Antichrist, who would be so per-
feet that the Hebrews would take him for
the Messiah. She said he may be in the
world at present unknown to anybody. She
counseled her hearers to beware of Satan, as
lie went around in such a sanity 2uise.
They might say they were too good. but they
are the people he is after. He has hold OF
the sinners already.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
MEXICO WELL CORNED.
The American Article Not Wanted Since
the Native Crop is Immense.

The American Article Not Wanted Since
the Native Crop is Immense.
SAN ANTONIO, Dec. ga prominent
merchant of this city who has shipped
several thousand bushels of corn to
Mexico during the past season returned
from the country to-day. He says: "In the
city OF Mexico the corn markets. completely
demoralized and is selling :or about 6Oc per
bushel, American money. There were two
hundred carloads of corn standing on side
tracks in the city when left. which could
not be unioaded on account of the failure of
the shippers to pay the freight. The Mexi-
ran road will no longer accept corn ship
ments unless the freights are paid and the
shippers agree to unload immediately upon
their arrival at destination.
"The new corn crop of Mexico is coming
into market, and no further demand for the
grain will be made upon the United States.
The State of Michoacan has produced, it is
reliably estimated, about 5000. 900 bushels of
corn this season, which amount alone is
sufficient to supply all of Mexico with corn
for the ensuing year if necessary. There are
good crops OF the grain reported in other
States of the Republic also and there is no
possibility of shortage for some time to come
in Mexico"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
The Graff-Ray Nuptials.

THE wedding of John Dickson Graft and
Miss Elizabeth Ray. daughter of Calvin Ray,
OF Sharon, took place at st. Johns Episcopal
Church. in Harrisburg, at noon yesterday.
Mr. Graft is the eldest son of the late Thomas
]. Graf, of this city, and large party of
Pittsburgers went to Harrisburg to attend
the wedding in a special car. Among others
were the groom's mother, Mrs. Thomas j.
Graf, Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Graf, Mr..
and Mrs. William Graf, DR.. and Mrs
Joseph W. Dickson, Robert Dickson,
Bennett Graft, Thomas Graf, Paul Graf,
Mathew Graft and Miss agnes Graft, Miss
Elsie Graft, of Sewickley, William Pore, E.
C. Godfrey. The wedding took place at
noon, and after it q reception was held at
the Lochiel Hotel. Mr.. and Mrs. Graft LEFT
on the Limited for an Eastern tour. On
their return they will reside at Sharon in a
handsome house built and furnished by Mrs.
Thomas J. Graft. The other presents were
numerous and very handsome. Mr. Graf is
a member of the well-l1nown firm of Graft &
Co., of this city.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30

OBEDIENCE to the law is the duty of all
living thereunder. But when Congress en-
acts a measure of such certain inequity,
such poor construction and such doubtful
constitutionality as the Chinese exclusion
act, the Cinnamon in this country have a
perfect right to await the verdict of the Su-
preme Court before attempting to comply
with its complicated requirements. OF
course. in the meantime they must be will
ing to pay the penalty for their heritency.
but, inasmuch as the penalty in this case is
shrouded in obscurity, the action of the
Celestials is all the more natural.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
UNIVERSITY EXTENSION.
Teachers Must MingIe With the Masses in
nroar Land Than In

Order to Lead Them On.
PHILADELPHIA, Dec 29-The second ma
tional conference on university extension
was continued here this morning. George
Henderson, OF the University of Chicago,
read paper on ''The University" in which
he described the organization OF the institu-
ton which he represented.
Melville Dewey of the State of New York,
spoke upon the movement from the stand
point of "The State Department." He sug-
gested a division of the higher educational
work into four major and four minor divis-
ions. To the first he assigned the academy,
college, university and professional schools.
In the second group he placed libraries mu-
seums, extension teaching and clubs and
conferences.
President Edgar of Wilson College, fol-
lowed on the duty OF collegians to the
masses and the mutual benefit to be derived
by their association in the work of uni
versity extension, which is looked upon as
an intellectual elevator for all classes with
out discrimination. 1--WE are finding out"
he said, 'that if we would benefit any class
we must walk down the steps, mingle with
them, and side by side walk up with them.
This is the divine method of dealing with
the masses"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30

LABOR COMMISSIONER PECK is wise in
his determine ton to abstain from suing for
libel the papers that were down on him dug
ing the campaign. Most of the criticisms
meant to reflect on the gentleman's integ-
rity were really tributes to his ability to for
get partisan Affiliations in the discharge of
his duties.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30

CONGRESS will please to understand that
a patient people is beginning to understand
the lobbying system. And there is
strong desire to know why the Government
of America should be even asked to lend its
credit 10 the extent of $780, OOO, coo to the pro-
moters of the Nicaragua canal estimated to
cost $65 OOO, ,OOO, or ss5,OOO,OOO at the outside.
Who is to get the difference, and how much
is to be spent in '1obbying?"
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
Robert c. Mckee.

Robert c. Mckee died suddenly of
neuralgia of the heart yesterday at his residence
in Williamsburg. The deceased was Y years old.
For many years Mr.. Mckee was in the hardware
business but of late has retired from active life
and given his attention to his real estate interests
He was prominent member of the r. p. Church.
He leaves widow aud one son, Samuel IL. Nc
Kee. The funeral will take place tomorrow aft
ernOon.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
Richard b. kilnban, Author.
hICIdIu ID hIlHUdIII HuIHOEs
Richard B. Kimball. q distinguished ]

HICHaIU d. NIWUdIIi UIsIIHSuIsHeU IIV-
erary man of New York City, is dead Ten days
ago he completed the most important work of his
life. a valuable collection entitled ''HIf Gen.
turv of Recoections.'i His first book. ''St.
Leger, - appeared in the RnickerbOcktT Md01z.ne
more than 80 years ago This work was at once
translated into the French, German and Dutch
languages and gave The author commanding
rank among American authors. Among his fellow
contributors to the K7sickeTbOcker MLJdzine were
LongfellOw, SAKE, Willis and ROker. DR.. kimbau
was born in New Hampshire.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30

THERE is an air of mystery about yester-
days fatal boiler explosion in this city that
calls for very thorough investigation
Small boilers properly and frequently in
spected are not in the habit OF exploding at
unexpected moments. Two lives were lost
and many others endangered, and there
should be some explanation of the accident
forthcoming.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
Farewell Reception to a Pastor.

The congregation of the Third Presby-
terlan Church, Sixth avenue, have arranged
for farewell reception, TO be given this
evening at o'clock in the church parlors,
in honor of DIR. and Mrs. Cowan. full
attendance is expected of parishioners. old
friends and former members. DR.. Cowan
will preach for the last time as their pastor
on Sunday. as he leaves to take charge of
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
Married at Harrisburg.

A VERY pretty wedding took place at the
residence of Mr.. Thomas Asbury, Ninth
street, Harrisburg, on Tuesday evening.
Miss Annie NJ, daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
Thomas Asbury, and Mr.. Harry A. Bliss, of
Pittsburs, were the contracting parties. The
marriage was solemnized Iy Rev. r. H. Col
burn pastor of st. Paul's NJ Church. The
couple will spend few days with the brides
parents, and then take up their residence at
Hutton.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30

IT is an excellent thing that the National
Treasury should profit by the careessness
of individuals who cause or permit the loss
or destruction OF paper money. But it is
really time that notes should be exchanged
before they reach the state of ragged dirti-
ness now prevalent.
Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-12-30
LAID BEFORE G. A. 3. POSTS.
The Soldiers Orphans School Commission
Issues a Circular.

Issues a Circular.
HARRISBURG, Dec. 29-The Pennsylvania
Commission of the Soldiers Orphans
Schools has issued q circular to the COM
mander of every G. A. r. post in the State,
ACCOMPANIED by copy of the report of the
committee of the Commission in charge OF
soldiers orphans schools, regarding the
future of these schools.
The committee calls attention to its recent
visit to other schools in other States, and
asks that that portion OF the report refer
ring to the soldiers orphans school ut
Knightstown, Ind. be read to the post, the
fullest discussion invited and such action as
it may take be communicated to the COM
mittee