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Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1892-12-08
Matter OF Pensions.

The report of the commissioner Of pen
sons, to which extended notice is given by
the secretary Of the interior IN his report
will attract great attention. The passage
OF what is known as the disability bill has,
as was foreseen, very largely Increased the
annual disbursements TO the disabled veter'
nns of the civil war. The estimate for this
fiscal year was Sl44, 800, ,000 and that
amount was appropriated. A deficiency
amounting to $40, 500, G9l must bo provided
for at this session.
| odhere to the view expressed in previous
messages that the caro- OF the disabled sol
dsrs of the war Of the rebellion is matter OF
national concern and duty. Perhaps no
Continued on 7th pageJ
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1892-12-08
VERMONT CASUALTIES.
IA al Results OF an Accident at Middle.

Fatal Results OF AN Accident at Middle.
bury.
MGDDLEBURY, Dec, 2.-Mrs Chapman,
wife OF Secretary Albert Cnal man of tbs
Vermont Merno Sheep breeders a,socia-
ton, slipped and fell from he piazza of their
residence here this forenoon, ana died this
afternoon from her in iuries
Vermonter INSTANTLY Killed.
MILLERs FALLS, Mass, Nov. 30.-J. l..
Collins, aged %, a brakeman on the Fitch
burg read, was instantly killed here last
night wblIe making a flying switch. lis
home is in Chester, Vt.
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Revenue Roceipt-.

The revenues for the fiscal year ending
June 80, 1892, from all sources were $425,-
e6S, 26O -, and the expenditures for all pur-
poses were $4l5, 953, 500. 56, leaving balance
OF 50, 9l4, 453.G6. There were paid during
the year upon the public debt $40, go, 467
9S. The surplus in the treasury and the
bank redemption fund, passed by the act of
July II, 1890, to the general fund.- furnish
ell in large part the cash available and used
for the payments made upon The public
debt. Compared with the year 1891 our re-
ceipts from customs duties fell oil ST. 0d9, -
2Il.0S. while our receipts from internal
revenue increased s. 2s4, S23. l3, leaving a
net loss of revenue from these principal
sources SOB, ISL .il7,9j. The net loss of
revenue from all sources was $32, G,5,-
gI2 ST.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1892-12-08
All International Difficulties met
and Wisely Adjusted.
KING OF WAGE FARMERS
Has the American Laborer Be-
come Under Existing Policy.

Such is the Story Told by Statistics OF
increase in Wealth, Earnings and
Wago Deposits in Banks - Able
Presentation of Our Past and
Necessary Future Attitude
Toward Canada.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1892-12-08
Condition of the Treasury.

Tho report OF the secretary OF the treas
ury will attract special interest in view OF
the many misleading statements that have
been made as to the state of the public rev
enues. Three preliminary facts should not
only lie stated but emphasize before look =
ing into details First, that tie public debt
has been reduced since March 4, 1889, $3.50, =
O14, 200, an tie aunuaiinterest charge Sill
GSI, 400; second, that there have been paid
out Tor pensions during this administration
up to Nov. l, 1892, $432, j64, 17S 20, an ex-
cess of $ll4, 46G $50, % over the sum ex-
pended during the period from March /,
1883, to March l, 1850; and third that uu-
der the existing tariff up to December
about 500, 600, 900 OF revenue, which would
have been collected upon imported sugars if
tho duties had been maintained, has gone
into the pockets of the people ard not into
the public treasury, as before.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1892-12-08
Ihe I lillian Difficulty.

Congress at the last session was kept ad-
vised of the progress of the serious and for
a time threatening differences between the
United States and Chill. 1t gives me now
great qualification to report that the Chilian
government, in q most friendly and honor
able spirit, has rendered and paid as an in
demnity TO the families of the sailors of tho
Baltimore who were killed aud to those who
were injured in the outbreak in tho city OF
Valparaiso tue sum OF SO, 000 This has
been accepted, not only as an indemnity for
u wrong done, but as most gratifying evil
dence that the government of Chill rightly
appreciates the disposition of this govern
Insnu to net in a spirit OF the
most absolute fairness IN our in
tercourse with that bravo people.
/ have endesvored in every way to assure
our sister republics Of Central and South
America that the United States government
aud ito people have only the most friendly
disposition toward them all. We dopot
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tion to be oppressive or exacting in our deal
ings VITA any Of them, even the weakest.
Our interests and cur hopes for them all lie
in the direction of stable governments by
their people and o, the largest development
of their great oofanercial resources
ItaN. srb,ce and Mexico.
The friendik at of this government in
expressing to tlie government of Italy its
reprobation and E)horence OF the lynching
Of Italian subjects In New Orleans by the
payment of 1876, 900 francs, or 1924, 1870, 80,
was accepted by the king of Italy with every
manifestation of gracious appreciation and
the incident has been highly promotive of
mutual good will.
In consequence of the action Of the French
government in proclaiming q protectorate
over certain districts of the west coast of
Africa, eastward of the San Pedro river,
which has long been regarded as the south
eastern boundary OF Libaria, | have felt
constrained to make protest against this en-
croachment upon the territory of q republic
which was founded by citizens of the United
States and toward which this country has
for many years held the intimate relation Of
u friendly counsellor.
Tho recent disturbances OF the public by
lawless foreign marauders on the Mexican
frontier have afforded this government an
opportunity to testify its good will for
Mexico and its earnest purpose to fulfil the
obligations of international friendship by
pursuing and dispensing the evil doers.
The Nicaragua Canal.
! repeat with great earnestness the recon-
mendation which | have made in several
previous messages that prompt and adequate
support be given To tho American company
engaged in the construction of the Nicaragua
ship canal. 1t is impossible to overstate the
value from every standpoint OF this great
enterprise, and l hope that there may be
time even in this Congress, to give to il an
impetus that Will insure the early compile
tion of the canal and secure to the United
States its proper relation to it when com
psted.
brussels Monetary Conference
The congress has been already advised
| that the invitations Of this government fol-
the assembling of an international none
tary conference to consider the question OF
an enlarged use OF silver were accepted by
the nations to which they were addressed
| The conference assembled at Brussels on the
! 22d Of November and has entered upon the
| consideration of THIS great question.
have not doubted and have taken occasion
to express that beler, as well in the invita-
tions issued for this conference as in my
public message, that the free coinage of sill.
yer upon an agreed international ration
would greatly promote the interests of our
people and equally those OF other nations
1t is too early to predict what results may
be accomplished by the conference. IL any
temporary check or delay intervenes | Ie-
leve that very soon commercial conditions
will compel the now reluctant government
to unite with Is in this movement TO secur
the enlargement of the volume OF coine(
money needed for the transaction OF th
| business of the world
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
Funeral of Henry Nutter.

The funeral of the late Henry Nutter
took place from his former residence in
Pleasantdale yesterday afternoon. There
was a very large attendance. The SER
vices were conducted by Rev. Mr.. Bean,
assisted by Rev. Messrs. Pendexter of
Bath, Turner of Pleasantdale, and Col
Inns of Peaks Island. A large delega-
ton from Hiram Lodge of Masons was
present and performed the Masonic
rites. The Cape Elizabeth choir sang
several selections. There were many
beautiful floral emblems, including a
large wreath from the lodge, a pillow
with the word. Father" from the four
daughters; a Tyre, from his Sunday
school class, with the word Teacher
entwined. The remains were buried at
Browns Hill, the NIasons furnishing the
pall-bearers. The town was represented
at the funeral by Selectman Robinson
and t. B. Haskell, representative-elect.
Mr.. ]. @. A. Jordan officiated as master
of ceremonies.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
The Portland Club.

The Portland Club enjoyed its clam
supper last evening and there was a large
attendance of members. After supper
the roll of the club was called to see
how many could be depended upon to at
tend the Inauguration of Governor-elect
Cleaves. The response was very graft
fying and different members agreed to
see those members who 'were not present
at the meeting and see if they could go
also.
As has been previously published the
special train will leave about s o'clock
for Augusta. On arrival at the Capital
City the club will march to the Capitol
in body. After the Inauguration the
train will be taken for home. An excel
lent dinner will be served on the train
coming home.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
MRS. sToRY's MURDER.
The Particulars of Charles Fl. Moulton's
Crime.


The particulars of the crime of Charles
r. Moulton, at Seattle, Wash, recently,
have been received. Moulton became a
sutton for the hand of Marie Story year
ago. He was infatuated and terribly
jealous. Mrs. Story encouraged his at
tentions at first, and Moulton was a daily
caller at her rooms, where she taught
music. She was vivacious and had many
friends. Proposals of marriage were of
frequent occurrence, though serious
thought of marriage did not enter her
head. She had contracted an unhappy
marriage when only II, with w. w.
Story, the sculptor, and by him bore
two children The night before the
murder Moulton assumed disguise.
He invariably dressed faultlessly, but
this nighthe donned an old, faded suit Of
clothes and flannel shirt. He secured
an entrance to the house by a skeleton
key The subsequent events have been
reDorted
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
CHRISTMAS GOODS.
Customers at This Season of Happi-
ness and Purchasing.

The store of Millett & Evans at this
season is always a delightful place to
visit. They carry line of goods that
furnishes especial chances for bargains
in those useful articles which are becom-
ing more and more popular for Christ
mas gifts. There are white Shetland
and beaver shawls, the most beautiful
black silks, the finest American and
Scotch ginghams, light colored percales,
table covers, aprons, those useful house
hold linens of every design and pattern
and general line of general dry goods
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
THE FINNEGAN CASES
The Jury Believe That Those Potatoes
Were Struggled.

In the United States Court yesterday
morning, before Judge Webb, the case
of Patrick Finnegan, charged with smug-
Cling potatoes across the Canadian from
tier, which had been argued on Saturday
by counsel, came on. Judge Webb de-
hvered the charge to the jury, and at
noon they retired for consultation. At
ter being out over four hours they re-
turned and rendered verdict of guilty.
This is quite triumph for Mr.. Dyer, the
district attorney, as the case was very
closely contested, and from the nature of
the evidence and the fact that MI. Finne-
gan may be said to live on both sides OF
the line between the two'countries, it re-
CURED very skillful and clear presenta-
ton of the case to obtain a verdict.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
Electrical Contracts for Portland Partie

Electrical Contracts for Portland Parties.
Portland is fast coming to the front as
an electrical manufacturing centre, and
there is every prospect that within few
months at the most, large part OF the
electrical trade will come to this city in
stead of to Boston and New York as
formerly. In fact it has commenced al
ready. as the writer found out by CONVEX
sation with Mr.. Upp, superintendent OF
the Giant Electric Motor Co., of this
city. This company has just secured
the contract to install plant of 300
light capacity at the new Manchester
House, Manchester, N. Fl. They furn
ish engine, dynamo, lights, wiring, etc.
They have also contracted with Mr.. G.
B. Dalton, to install the new elect ric
plant at Phillips, Me. When the compe-
tition between dealers is as sharp as at
present, it reflects great credit that this
home company should be able to secure
contracts of such capacity.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
DEATHS.

In this city. Dec. 10. Geo. w. Halstead, aged
80 years months 10 days.
Boston Globe please copy]
In this city. Dec. Is, Augustus A. Bangs, aged
AT years 10 months.
Funeral this Tuesday afternoon at o'clock,
from his late residence, 104 Lincoln street.
In this city, Dec. Is, Joanna Barry. aged 70
years.
Funeral this Tuesday afternoon at 2.30 o'clk.
At Long Island Dec 1S, Alice NJ, daughter
of Horace E. and Susan /. Doughty, aged 10
In Deerng Dec. 10. John Milton Adams, Jr.,
of appendicitis, aged 15 years. -
Funeral Wednesday afternoon at o'clock.
In Cape Elizabeth. Dec. 10, Nina, Youngest
child of Charles ID. and Izorah f. Greene, aged
months 8 days.
Funeral this Tuesday afternoon at o'clock,
from parents residence
In Gorham, Dec. 10, Sarah Jane Brackett
Thombs. aged IA years.
Funeral on Wednesday forenoon at 10 o'clk,
from her late residence.
In Wiscasset, Nov. 25, Sarah D. White, aged
III Wiscasset, Nov. 8, Mary Huntoon, aged
So years.
IN Woodstock, Dec. 6. Mellen Whitman, aged
rs years.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
Police News,

Joseph McGovern was complained OF
by Richard White, who charged Nc
Govern with stealing from him S. and a
gold ring. officer Madden arrested Nc
Govern.
Mrs. Hanson had available Newfound-
land dog stolen from her house on Val
ley street.
The insane woman who was given a
ticket and sent to her home in Canada,
skipped out of the train and came back
to Portland. She was brought into the
station last night. Her name is Alicia
VuIger and her residence at Lonsboro,
Hulit township in Huron county, On
tario.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
City Government.

A special meeting of the Board of May
or and Aldermen was held yesterday af-
ternoon, and this business was trans
acted:
An insane person was ordered sent to
the asylum at Augusta.
An order was passed directing the pay
ment of the interest on the Clapp fund
to the Widows Wood Society.
Permits were granted under the usual
conditions, to Edward L. Baker, to erect
a wooden stable at No. 5 Sumner court,
and two and one-half story wooden
dwelling at the corner of Congress and
Quebec streets.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
MT. vernon ROYAL Arch chapter.

Mt. Vernon Chapter. No. 1, R. A. Ma
sons, held their annual meeting at Ma
sonic Hall last evening, and elected the
following officers for the ensuing year:
H. P.-Edwin f. Vose.
K.-William e. Willard.
S.-George S. Rowell.
Observation-Disclosures w. Fobes.
Secretary-John S: Russell.
G. of Hired E. Bickford.
T. Sired FL. Thompson.
NJ Sd VIC. Fred Berry.
NJ 2dV.-J. p. WheelWright.
M. LIST Wary M. Page.
Organist-Walter S. Smith.
Standardization o. Carney.
Finance ommttee-Marshall N. Rich, Jo-
seph Y. Rodsdon, Clayton j. Harrington.
Trustee for two years-Stephen Berry.
The election was followed by the in
stallation of the officers by ex-Com.
Stephen Berry.
The retiring high priest, Charles S.
Harmon, was presented with past high
priests jewel of rare and curious work
manship. il.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
A MACINTOSH

makes very desirable Christmas pres
ent. We are showing an extra fine line
of navy blue, black and fancy mixtures
in Newmarkets, with long military capes,
at $4.9S each.
We have about % sample garments
which we closed out at one-third less
than the regular wholesale price and
shall place them on sale at regular
wholesale prices. They are nicely fin
ished, made in the latest styles.
We mention the following: | Dark
Green English Melton Coat, with triple
cape, double breasted, lined throughout
with changeable silk; lap seams, pearl
buttons, stitched and raw edges, regular
$3e garment, sample price $25.
Light Tan Melton Coat, lined with
changeable silk, lap seams and pearl
buttons.
A Refer of Fancy Navy Blue Cloak
ing, with wide SHAWL collar and facing
of blue fox, half lined, regular price $3S,
for $25.
A fine line of Beaver, Elder Down and
Cancels Hair Shawls, ranging in prices
from $4.9s, $5.75, 1915, $7.39,
So, $40, $I2.
Our stock of Pushes is very complete,
and plush garment makes desirable
Christmas present. At our marked down
prices they are as cheap now as month
hence. Prices as follows: $3.50,
$40, $22.39, $25, $29, $32.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20

The annual Christmas excursions of
the Maine Central to Montreal will occur
Thursday, December 22d, and Friday,
December 23d. Tickets to Montreal or
Quebec from Portland will be SO. If you
want to see the glorious gorges of the
White Mountains in winter this is the
way to go. See the advertisement for
full particulars.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
The Il. A. c. Club.

At meeting of the ladies' R. A. @.
Club, held Saturday evening, the officers
elected at the last meeting were in
stalled. The Misses Prince, Nichols and
Taylor, were appointed committee to
select badge. After the business was
transacted fine entertainment of song
was enjoyed.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
A New Canning Factory.

A new canning factory will be in oper-
alton next summer in Newfeld, N. G.
Cummings C Bros. will locate plant at
a cost of from $4,000 to $1,000. For the
season of 1898 about 200 acres have al
ready been pledged for sweet corn rails
ing. within radius of six miles of the
factory. Probably before spring this
acreage will be increased to 225 or $50.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
Second Advent Sale.

The ladies of the Second Advent church
will open their annual sale of holiday
articles at the Mechanic building, cor
ner of Casco and Congress streets, this,
Tuesday morning at 8 o'clock, continu-
ing through the week.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
Miznah Chapter.

At special meeting of Mizpah Chap
ter. No. 8, Order Of Eastern Star, held at
their hall Saturday evening, the princi-
pal offices were filled as follows:
W. M.-Mrs. Geo. H. Raymond.
w. P.-Mrs. A. w. Kicker.
A. M.-Mrs. Chas. G. Rollins.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
CITY OF pEERlNe.

No new cases of small pox have oc-
CURED so far, and the Board of Health
feel confident that if tomorrow is passed
without any of the exposed persons be-
ing attacked. the danger of infection will
be over. The Iyoung woman who was
afflicted is recovering.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
Behr Pianos.

Mr.. Samuel Thurston has full line of
these celebrated pianos in stock at his
new store on Free street and offers
them at great bargains during the holi-
DAYS. Give him call.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
MUNICIPAL COURT.

BEFORE JUDGE. GOULD.
MoNDAY.-Joseph J. Presley. common
Isaac A. Sweetser Search and seizure.
Fined 500 ana costs and go days in the county
Jail Appealed.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
MUSIC AND DRAMA.
The Whaling Exhibition.

The Whaling Exhibition.
Whale Oil Gus gave very interesting
exhibition of the old whaling life-that
used to interest such large portion Of
New England in the old days-at Con
gress Hall, last evening. Little Monday
assisted in good shape, and Mr.. Scott
made much amusement by his humorous
recitations. Be sure and see the exhibit
ton.
A Night With the Dead.
Probably the Spiritualists who visit
Portland Theatre next Wednesday eve
ming will say that Charles Fl. Wilbert il
a medium and gifted with some strange
power. He lays no claim to supernatur
al power, yet in his presence those very
phenomenal manifestations take place.
"She Couldn't Marry Three"
The manager of Portland Theatre in
forms us he is negotiating with the
manager of "She Couldn't Marry
Three for one night He says there is
very small chance of such company
having a date open. No matter, let
them know we are on earth. We may
catch them on the return. You mus
remember twas wind that made Chica
go. Keep blowing your horn.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20

These goods are imported direct from
Yokohoma, Japan, and make beautiful
Holiday Gifts. They are warranted not
to tarnish, and look like silver decorated
with raised figures in gold. We have
the exclusive sale for this city and have
nothing prettier in Christmas novelties.
The stock consists of Clock Frames
Vases, Photograph Holders, Napkin
Rings, Paper Knives, Pin Trays, Ash
Receivers, Pot-Pourri Jars, Brush and
Comb Trays, Gard Receivers, Pen Trays,
Pocket Match Safes, and a variety Of
other gifts suitable for the Holidays,
and will be found on the 5, 30, 80, so
So and rs cent counters.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
U. S. DISTRICT COURT.
REEoRE JUDGE WEBB.

BEFORE JUDGE WEBB.
MoNDAY-United States VS.. Malcolm Nc
Crae Retail liquor dealer without governments
license. Pleaded not guilty. Verdict guilty.
Over Richard Webb.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
BOYS
clio I HING !!

COMPARE is all we ask; examine the cloth,
criticise the workmanship find fault if you can
with the fitting look at the various styles Of suits
and overcoats, see if there is style or pattern
not to be found in our stock.
Next learn the price-then you'll know why
there is constantly increasing business. Thous-
ands of boys are marching the streets with our
product Thousands Of mothers are indorsng the
cloth as we'll as the perfect itting-the general
verdict, the best and the cheapest.
Wool Refers $500, Elegant Black Thibet
cloth hood listers $1,000. We've had to manu-
factcre lots Of new goods at this season of the
year. Cape Overcoats,-no skinny capes to save
an inch Of the goods, to the disgrace Of the hang
ank fit of the coat. Not a bit Of it.
See the beautiful cards in our window were
giving away to purchasers in our Boys Depart
ment. They're just elegant.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20

TO-DAY at Bath Beach, Me,
the Ammen Ram will be launched
with appropriate ceremonies.
The new craft was named liz
honor of Admiral Ammen, and
was built at Bath. Those present
upon the occasion will include
Secretary Tracy, Commodores
Weaver and Erben, and other
naval notabilities. Thus ship by
ship is our new navy being
created, and protection guaran-
teed to our seaports and merchant
marine.
We don't advertise bargains I'M
less they're rare bargains.
Those boys overcoats we spoke
about yesterday are on seperate
counters and are bargains.
Prices commence at $3.50 and rise
by quarters and halves to $500.
Some of them are cut half in price.
Perhaps fifty of them all told, to fit
boys 4 to ID years.
Overcoats for large boys and small
men, on front counters, and at bar
gain prices.
Don't miss seeing our furnishings
if you are looking for Christmas gifts
or to wear yourself.
Store open every evening this
week.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20

100 dozen of Ladies' White All Pure
Linen Lawn Handkerchiefs, hemstitched,
at I7c. Gents All Silk White Initial
Handkerchiefs, soc each.
Hosts of other bargains in this depart
ment. Come in and see them.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
MARRIAGES.

In Gray Dec. II. by Rev. E. Bean, Lafayette
3. Grant and Miss Ellen j. Chapman, both OF
Poland.
In Cambridgeport Dec. IA. Herbert A. Hoop
er of Charlestown and Miss Evelyn F. Skinner
of Portland.
In East North Yarmouth, Charles E. Crockett
of North Yarmouth and Miss Lillian Drink
water.
In South Berwick, Dec. IS, Frank E. Kimball
and Miss Ella +. Allen, both of Wells.
In North Newry. Dec g. G. Freeland Penley
of South Paris and Mrs. Roxana Goodwin of
Bethel.
The Portland daily press., 1892-12-20
DOLLS.

Big dolls. little dolls, light dolls and
dark dolls, from dolls three inches high
to three feet high, and ranging in price
from 10c to $1.50.