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Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
ALL WANT CLEVE[ AND.
Result of the Caucus
in Cumberland.
LASTED AFTER MIDNIGHT,
The Contests Were Local and All Were
For Cleveland

The Democrats of Cumberland assem-
bled in large numbers last evening at the
caucus In Foresters' Hail, Ashton, not
withstanding the stormy weather.
Chairman John T.. Fogarty OF the Town
Committee called the meeting to order al
S:25 o'clock and DIR. l.. +. {. Garvln
was chosen as chairman. James T..
Dwyer and Edward j. Conloy were cleo
ted Secretaries.
The election OF town committee Of IL
members was first in order. Ex Council
man Gregory, in order to expedite mat
ters, moved that they be elected on one
ballot. This was objected to by Dennis
Shea, as the opponents OF the present COM
mittee had not complete list prepared.
DR.. Smith wanted the two parties to retire
and present their nominations and vote
on them as Il whole. After short discus
sion the whole matter was tabled.
Thomas r. Hughes and Francis ii. Nc
Girr were then placed In nomination for
first member of the town committee.
The check list was at once called into
requisition and one hour and twenty
minutes was consumed In depositing the
ballots, and when counted the result was
announced as follows:
Whole number of votes cast. ..........,..3li
Necessary for n choice. ice......................l los
Thomas +. Hughes had
Francis II. MeGirr had..............l3
elected.
The balance of the Hughes ticket con-
sisting of P.J. Kinion James J. Chandley,
Frederick j. Sweers, Peter McKenna Jr.
Humphrey Gregory, John +. Fogartv,
John T.. Connolly, Michael Ryan, Patrick
b. Mclaughlin, Cyrus Taft were elected
on one ballot by a vote of 100 TO 50. Sen
ator Garvin received unanimous renom-
nation for Senator. Thomas +. Hughes
was unanimously renominated for frs,
representative. For Second representa-
tive, James H. Hostler and Francis II. Me
Girr were nominated. McGirr declined
and Hostler was nominated unanimously
The election of delegates to the Stat,
convention was next in order and II wa
II o'clock when this part OF the work wa'
reached.
The following delegates were chosen
practically without opposition: Hum
phrey Gregory, DIR, T. j. Smith, John I
Connolly, Patrick B. Mclaughlin, DIR. L.
+. G. Garvin and John Dillon.
a vote plcdging the delegation fol
Cleveland delegates to the National con-
vention and fol DIR. Garvin for L. =. Sena-
tor was passed, and the caucus at ~: 20
O'Clock this morning adjourned.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
vacancy in the North smithaeld delega-

vacancy in the North smithfeld delega-
ton.
General Brennan, questioned the right
OF the gentleman to act OF the delegation,
but after short discussion 1t was with
drawn.
The committee on Warwick contest re-
ported in favor of the Quinn delegation,
so-called, and they were seated.
The temporary organization was then
made permanent, on motion OF Mayor
Carroll.
On motion of Mayor Carroll it was voted
to instruc It the State Central Committee to
formulate rules for the governing of eau
cuses to elect delegates to the State Con-
vention.
Mr.. Christie of Bristol then arose, and,
in an eloquent speech, presented the
nomination of Hon. w. T. c. Wardwell CT
Bristol for Governor.
Delegate Rose of North Kingston nomi-
mated for Governor David s. Baker, Jr.
Bakers nomination was seconded by A.
n. Cunningham of East Providence.
The nomination of William T. c. Whld
well was seconded in an able and eloquent
speech by Mayor Carroll.
Delegate Carroll of Providence spoke
fo- the nomination of Baker.
General Brennan then took the floor,
and, in an eloquent manner, spoke of the
claims of Mr.. Wardwell on the Democracy
OF Rhode Island.
Short and eloquent speeches were made
by Messrs. O'Reilly Of Woonsocket, Gar
vim and several others. A ballot was
ordered with the following result;
Total vote cast. .,.....,.,.,,......,...2 .2l3
Necessary To n choice. e......................l0 ..l01
W. T. T.. Wardwell had. ...............l27
David :. ker........................ SO
and Wardwell was declared the nominee
at 2:35 O'Clock.
Tremendous cheering ensued and II
lasted for several minutes
Mayor Carroll of Pawtucket sat quietly
with his delegation, on the right of the
stage, and there was whirlwind Of con-
gratulat ions about him.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
MASSACHUSETTS, LEGISLATURE.
House Passes the tnti-Irce Pass Bill to
r. Enacted Many Hearings.

House Passes the Nnti-Irce Pass Biii to
". Enacted Many Hearings.
BOsrON, March 1t was busy day in
the committee rooms yesterday. The hear
ing on biennials. however, did not attract
the gathering OF former years, and IL looks
II, though nothing would be done this ses.
sion in regard either to biennial elections
or 20 biennial sessions of the legislature
There was quite breezy hearing before
the committee on public charitable insti-
tutions on the question Ot granting state
aid 10 Carney hospital, and the sectarian
question was freely ventilated. The com
mittee on railroads had under considera-
on tue orderns to dcpriving the railroads
II the veto power in grad" crossings, where
"A change of grade ur the railroad Is IN
volved, aud the railroad naturally made
strenuous opposition. The election laws
committee considered. several proposed
changes of the statutes ncCcssitated by the
poll-taN amendment; the liquor law com
mittcc heard arguments Ia relation 10 the
number OF licenses that ought TO be issued,
and there were several other hearings OF
more or less interest.
The principal feature of interest in the
house was the passing OF the anti free pass
bill TO be enacted 4 motion 10 amend the
bill was voted down; also motion by Mr..
Howard Of West Bridgewatcr TO strike out
the enacting clause on the ground that the
bill was unconstitutional and salary
grab aud that il gave money To members
To which they were not entitled. lt Is
said by the way, that the passage Of this
bill-will cost the state S25. 800 yearly. The
house had debate on the question of pre-
venting the walking on railroad tracks,
and the senate continued the discussion
on Newton's grade crossings The com
mittee on manufactures made several re
ports, fav vorable 10 the gas companies.
The reconsideration Of the votes grant
ing franchises TO several private water com
panies was ordered in the house
The senate finally passed the bill relat-
ing To the abolition Of Newton grade cross
ings the committee report OF leave TO with
draw on the petition for licensing shipping
masters was laid on the table
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
TWO ALTERNATIVES
Suggested Blaine By
His Daughter-in-Law.
SHE WILL WAIT TEN DAYS,
How the Case is Viewed in Washing
ington-Judge Thomas Talks.

SIOUX FAILS. 2 u, March Mrs.
james q. Blaine, 1r has addressed the
following letter to her father IN law,
Secretary of State Blaine. In answer to his
personal statement" ~ few days ago;
Ny DEAn sia:--You have furnished the pub
lie with n remarkable production under the
caption Of IA personal statement consider
II my duty at the present time to address you
with that degree Of dignity which your post
tion as public mau entities YOU to, l
acknowledge your well rendered, richly de-
served fame "a a diplomat, and appreciate
fully the weight which your ut'erances possess
a. fully as do apprsciit te nay Own weekn 50
and my total inability ~ r'Ic With you In
personal encouatCr.
But ] shall expect from - that considerable
nud honorable trratt,i.ut wa il ! nm Suro
your keen sense OF eGG.ty ma tuirncss VIII
dictate. The powerful ~ = oi q stvti nation
will surely accord q u weak ana dvfeuscless
woman her full need ot Justice. Won can III
/. afford 10 withhold IL. ! wish n distinctly un-
derstood 10y you that nm not asking sympa-
thy. respectfully demand Justice IL N Ia
your power 10 grant THE simp.c request. "
femnins 10 be- sccn IL yol will do q will aid
you by n suggc .tion.
Have the kindnt - to publish in connection
with your statement The full text of the letters
you have quoted from DO not, like shrcwd
and unprincipled person, se'cct only such
pages as may he needed tO make out case,
but give the entire contents t. Tive public, that
may be judged rightcpusly.
You have documents surely, else YOU could
not quote from them. ] Will give YOU suf-
lcient time Ia conform Ia my reasonable de-
mand, say ten days IT. at the end Of that
time you fail to respond. shall deem. II my
duty 10 give In substance their contents and
corroborate my statement by publishing let
ters from your son, both prior AL subsequent
10 our marriage,
You know full well that your charges
against me regarding 81 marriage are un-
founded. give you smlis opportunity Ia ro-
tract. You have two alternatives the one
suggested. or silence. Your consideration
Tor your grandson will surely induce you TO
decide In favor OF the III 1.
This Is not propoa" diplomatic engage
ilent on my part, for your = icccss In dealing
with powerful nations Is too we'll known for
me TO meet You on any other L' lul5 than aa
the mother of your grandson
take IL that your statement was prompted
chiefly by the remark "a Judge Thomas, in
rendering his decision which gave mc my free
dom. | have NJ defense 20 Offer In his behalf.
! simply declare now that you have arraigred
me by IN" usv of frngmcnisry quotations from
my love letters TO your son, that you he fair
enough to pub ish the original In full. ] will
then prove that your son was far from weak
ling. and that you his proud faiher,ve knew
IL long before he married me Truly yours,
MARIE NEvINs BLAINE.
To Mr.. Janpl q. Blaine. washin gtpn City.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
TELEGRAPHlC SPARKS.

illinois Central switchmen are out on
strike.
The Lima (O.) National bank has closed
it, doors.
Another case of typhus has been found
H. New York.
Three little children We're buried to
death at Seattle, Wash.
A large palm leaf hat shop at North
Dana, Mass, was burned.
- Chancellor Won Caprivi demanded Of the
reichstag that warships be provided.
The deepest snow of the season IL re.
ported from the lower Hudson region.
The Blue Bird Mining company Of
Butte. Mont, is reported embarrassed.
Several persons were nearly suffocated
in burning building at Haverhill, Mass.
The Mollie Gibson mine will pay divi-
dend Unprecedented in silver mining his
tory.
a heavy snowstorm in New York bay
inpeded travel and did damage To ship
ping
A plan to score base ball games on
points instead of by runs is being dis
cussed
Coal rates in England are advancing
aud to all appearances the miners have the
upper hand.
Lefty" Havey of Boston was defeated
in a six-round glove contest by Jim Glynn
Of Brooklyn.
Hobbs a. Taylor, sign painters, Boston,
have assigned. Mr.. Hobbs has been miss
ing since Friday
The Young Mems Temperance Republi-
can league Of Massachusetts, was organ
lied at Worcester.
The constantly repeated statement that
the kaiser intended to visit the worlds
fair is again denied.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
WASHINGTON COMMENT
On Biaine's Endeavor to vindicatc His
Family In the Case.

wAsHINGToN, March 2-The statement
made 10y Secretary Blaine In regard TO his
sons unfortunate marriage, and In de-
fense Of his wife against the allegations Of
the judge in the recent divorce suit, is the
subject OF general comment In political
and social circles. The effect Of the state.
ment has greatly modified the opinions
which prevailed here in regard 10 this case
The publication OF the facts is considered
defense against the aspersions Of the
Judge. The politicians, looking at some fea-
lures Of the controversy, particularly. the
very sharp ind frank letter of Blaine TO
Father Ducey. when the affair first came
70 his knowledge. are inclined TO think 10
will abate some Of the ardor OF the Catho.
lic clergy In their friendship for him. But
the general feeling among them is that
Blsine, having cast aside presidential as
piretions, felt that the time had como
when. as a private citizen. he could win.
dicatc his household
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
n SHORTAGE or $4,000.


supreme Court Asks General Butler q"
Espiaiu - Deficiency.
WAsHINGroN, March > benjamin +.
Butler appeared before the United States
Supreme Court in his own behalf in = case
involving $4,000, which, II is alleged, was
not accounted for by General Butler In his
capacity OF acting treasurer OF the Nation
al Home for Disabled Soldier, General
Butler advanced to General William ).
Tilton, acting treasurer of the eastern
branch OF the National home, $1,000 for
boots and shoes. The money was subse-
quently returned by General Til on, but IL
was not accounted for In General Buffers
accounts. The home then sued General
Butler for the full amount, and the United
States circuit court for the district of Mas
sachusCtts decided against the latter. The
case was brought TO the federal supreme
court Oh "A writ Of error and 1t was argued
on this writ yesterday. General Butler,
among other things, claimed that he dis
bursed more than Sl0DO,oD while acting
treasurer OF the home and WIS, therefore,
entitled to COMPENSATION
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02

To Mr.. Janel q. Blaine Washington City.
JUDGE THOMAS STATEMENT.
Thinks the Evidence Prosecuted War
rant,d Hin, in Sayin what lie Did.

rantcd Him in Saying what He Did.
DEADwoOp, :. D., March Judge
Thomtb was interviewed Yesterday by a
reporter of the United Press in regard to
the letters Of Hon. James G. Blaine, made
public las, sunday. The judge was quite
adverse tn talking on the subject, but,
after much persistence, consented TO cx-
plain hi, position. He said: Under the
circumstances deem the matter some
wha, indicate to discuss In the public
prints after having passed upon the case
in judicial capacity"
In regard To Mr.. Blaine opinion that he
was too severe Ia his criticism Of Mrs
Blaine the elder, aud her son. he said 1T
seems that Mr. Blaine believes | was too
severe ! regret IL very much, as | Ger
tainly did not wish or intend to bc unduly
harsh or severe in the remarks from the
bench, though ! thought nj the time. and
still think. they were cOuched In the most
moderate and conservative Language and
upon the clear and undisputed testimony
in the case which, in my Judgment, would
have warranted much stronger language
than used
In regard 10 Mr.. Blaiuc'r statement of
the case do not care To express an opin-
ion, AZ they were not before me for cOnsid.
Grafton, hency would not consider them
in arriving nj my judgment, however
thorough and weighty they may be. His
defense Of his son and wife were natural
aud filial. admire him for his defense Of
his wife. Doubtless from his standpoint
be believes she was right. and may be she
was, but as said before my remarks con.
cerning her were justified by The undis-
putcd testimony In the case.
I have nothing TO say In regard To
Father Ducey's statement, except that |
have for Mr.. Blaine the deepest sympathy
in the sad af''iction brought about by the
ill-advised marriage and unpleasant noto-
riety. | am heartily sick Of the notoriety,
and believe the matter should now be
dropped in the interest Of all concerned"
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
LEAGUE MEN IN SESSION.
Players VIII Not Hereafter Bo Drafted
While the Season 10 ON"

While the Season 10 "Ou."
NEW YORK. March 9 The National
Baseball league went into session here last
evening. All the clubs were represented.
The Boston delegates were \. II Soden, j.
y. Billings and William Conant.
Nick Young, president Of the National
league; james Williams president of the
Western league, and G., W. White OF the
proposed Eastern league were present The
committee appointed 10 formulate new
national agreement made its rep&st. \
long discussion followed aud numerous
amendments were suggested.
fhe meeting was held behind closed
doors, and when IL adjourned at II o'clock
President Young stated that the league
had not adopted the report of the agree
ment committee but had referred IL TO n
committee, which is 20 consult with the
original committee and incorporate some
amendments suggested. The result will
be reported to the league meeting this at-
ternoon. The agreement, as reported, has
not been made public. IL is understood
that 1t contained "A clause that players
could only be drafted between October
and February.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
BeHalNG SEA ONCE MORE.

Premier Abbott Thinks That Canada
VIII Eventually Come Out u Winner.
OTTAWA, March 2--In closing the de-
bate ou the address in reply to the speech
from the throne yesterday, Premier Alb
bott said that Canada still contcndcd that
the United States did not possess exclu-
sive sovereignty over the Behring sea and
the straits, and now Mr.. Blaine had aban.
doned his contention on this point. Every
thing had now been settled, except an
agreement as To the best methods Of pro-
tecting seal life, and IL would be dealt
with by international arbitrators. lie felt
certain that the Canadian contention re-
garding the Alaska boundary would
eventually prevail
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
Set Him Right.

Geo. Agustus sala, the well known English
writer, on hi, last Australian trip, wrote as
follows to The London Telegraph
II especially have pleasant remembrance
of the ships doctor-a very experienced
maritime medico indeed, who tended me
most kindly during most horrible spell ot
bronchitis and spasmodic asthma provoked
by the sea fog which had swnorcl down ou
W just NJ we left san Francisco Egt the
doctors prescriptions and the Increasing
warmth of the temperature %. v. usnleiihe
Tropics, and, In particular couple ui AT.
cocks Porous Plastcr- clnppcd on-onc ON
the chest and another between the shoulder
bladcs-soou set me right.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
The Missing De CobaiD

LONDON. March "A new writ has been
issued In the case OF the seat Of Edward s.
De Cobain, recently member Of parliament
for East Belfast. who was expelled from
the house Of commons owing to his failure
10 appear and answer the charges Uf gross
immortality brought against him.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
Mr.. Princes Denial.


BEELIT, March 2 The reicbstag ~.
jected the credit asked for building the
new corvette. This Is considered TO be an-
other sharp parliamentary rap over the
knuckles for the emperor, whose plans for
building up the German navy have recently
been twice sat upon by the richstag. In
the present case the Right voted against
th,, uoyprnment
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
Til. Waterbury KidnapIng Case.

BIIDGEPoIT, Coun,, March 2-Chmlcs
Waterbury, John Mccain and Srmuel
Sutherland, the three men held I, u i'll.
naping Ward Waterbury, were taken
from Jail aud examined privately To- STATE
Attorney Fessenden. Mr.. Fesscnl, u has
not yet announced whether or not lac will
deliver Waterbury aud McCann over TO
New York authorities or will try them in
this county.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
PROBABLY GUILTY.

Della Gagnon, Charged with the Illegal
Selling of Liquor, Bound Over.
The case OF Della Gagnon, charged with
the selling of liquor in New Bedford with
out paying the Government tax, was
brought up in the United States District
Court yesterday before Commissioners
Blodgett. Evidence was introduced by
the Government tending TO show that
the plaintiff was guilty OF the crime al
legged against her.
She was bound over until the April
term of the United States District Court
in Boston, where the case will nc fully
tried.
She was arrested in this city.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
The Tariff Ouestion.

WASHINGTON. March 2.-1bc debate on
the tariff measures reported by the com.
mittre on ways and means will begin in
the house on Tuesday unless the anti
silver men succeed in delaying action on
the order of the comm ttee on rules setting
apart time for the consideration Of the
Rlon hill
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
MADE BLANK NlCKELs
Novel Business of Three Men cha rg.d
with CouDtcri.iting

New HAVEN, March 2 3--Gcorgr Grum-
nond, George Allen and james Brundager
of Norwalk, were arrested Yesterday by
United States Deputy Marshal Strong, on
warrants charging them with counterfeit
ing. The men were brought before United
States Commissioners Wright, in this city,
who held them under $500 bonds for cN-
animation. The accused are alleged to
he guilty Of making blank coins, the size
OF scent piece, and using them 20 de.
fraud the Edison phonogaph company Of
New York ,by dropping them in the nickel
in-thc. slot machines. The accused were
all released from custody n, they secured
the necessary bonds.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
THE BROCkTON OEFALCATlON.
Decision In IA Case Arising Out Of Broker
Robinson's Zig Steal.

BRoCkToN, Mass, March 1.-The first
law suit, as a result of the defalcation of
Charles w Robinson, has been decided 10y
the superior court In this city. Robinson
was "A stock broker here for several years
and left the city Oct -, 1890. after squan-
derinS, it is supposed, nearly 500, 900. The
suit in question was an action brought by
Edwin Ii. Lothrop against the Home Ma
tional bank Of this city TO recover fifty
shares ~ stoc'; in the Jersey Central, or
their equivalent, 5000, the stock being
rcprcs, l.! two certificates, each Of
twenty-five shares rhs stock was en-
trusted TO the firm Of ). T. Howard & Co..
Of which Robinson was member. Judge
Dunbar ordered the jury TO report a ver-
dict for the defendant, which was done
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
Prominent Maine Divine Dead.

BhNGoB, Me. March 2-Rev. Amory
Battles, who has been for years one Of the
leading Universalist divines of Maine, died
here Yesterday aged 90 years, from "a
tarrhal pneumonia. lie leaves one son.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02

MANCHESTER, N H., March 2-The
Northern Express company has ceased
doing business, aud all the drivers In this
city and Concord have been DISCHARGED.
IL Is said to have been swallowed up by
the Peoples Dispatch company Of Boston,
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02

MANCHESTER, n. H.. March 2-The
deadlock in the city council over the APP
preparation bill was broken last night and
the resolutions were passed. The appro-
priations were cut down so that II IL rs.
timat Il the tax rate for 1897 will come un.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
SEVEN MEN KILLED.
Railroad Accident Caused by an Open
switch at Milwaukee.

MILWAUKEE, March Am nccommoda.
tion train ran through an open switch in
the Chicago, Milwaukee and IT. Paul
yard here striking a shop employees train
moving in the same direction on the third
track. Seven employees In the shop train
were killed. One other was badly injured.
The switch had been left open by switch
ing crew. Emil Bartels, foreman Of the
crew, has gwen himself up To the police.
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
R,pub,lc,n and Grocpbacker

LANSING, Mich. March whitney
Jones, who assisted in the organization Of
the Republican party, died here, aged 10.
Since 1870 he has held many public offices.
In ls72 he joined the Greeley movement
and thereafter acted with the Greenback
Pawtucket tribune. (Pawtucket, R.I.) 1890-189?, 1892-03-02
AGAINST THE STANDARD OIL.
Trust A sreeineot Declared Illegal by the
Ohio Supreme Court.

Ohio Supreme Court.
COLUMBUS, o., March g In the quo
warranto suit instituted by Attorney Gen
eral Watson of this state nearly two years
ago, TO test the legality Of the charter OF
the monopoly known as the Standard Oil
company, the Ohio supreme court has rem
dered its decision. II is against the com
pany. The corporation Of the original
company is not annulled, but Che trust
agreement between IL and other oil con-
Germs forming the trust, is declared TO be
illegal II is regarded rs one of the most
impoi tant decisions ever rendered by this
court