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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
HALF A MILLION MEN
Joined in a Monster Parade at Hyde
Park, a London Suburb.
Addressed b. leading Socialists Peace and
Quiet Reisned All Day.

l.oNpoS, MAY MAY day was observed
here in very quiet manner. 4 large pro-
eession formed on the Thames emhsnk-
ment and marched 10 Hyde Park. where
monster meetings were held. Many speak.
ers addressed the crowd, including Cnnuiug-
ham T.. Graham. the socialist member
of the House OF Commons. Tom
Mann AMI Ben Tilloi,, the labor leaders,
and Stepniak, the Russian nihilist Reso.
lutions were adopted declaring in favor OF
an eight hour day and calling upon rarlia-
ment To pass an eight hour bill, There was
no disturbance.
The Hyde Park gathering was the largest
demonstration of werkingmen ever organ
lied in this city, Workmen be-
gan 10 assemble on the Thames emhank-
ment at 10 o'clock in the morning. Each
coutingement was headed by band OF
music, and every company of paraders ear
ried banners, the men themselves being be-
decked with roset,es and favcrs, The pro-
cession made bright spectacle and the APP
plause was as the tollers marched along in
perfect order, and with almost military pre-
cision.
The procession occupied nearly three
hours in entering Hyde Park. The number
of persons who took part is
yariously estimated at from 800 600
10 5oo,oe0. \ large force of mounted
and foot police aud contingent of st,
Sohn's Ambulance Association were pres
ent The audience dispersed quietly
The Womans Trade Union passed reso-
luton in taV.r of corporation To secur
fewer working honrs.
A black bag was fouitl to-day In a seclui-
ed street bcsi,k the Woolwich Arsenal.
1t contained quantity of gun cptton, dy
namite, gun powder, u belt filed with car
tridges, several documents in a foreign
language, recommending person whom the
police are now tracking, II does not appear
that any attempt was made 10 cause an ex-
plosion. fht bag was taken te sn Isolated
magazine.
Demonstrations were held in Dublin,
Manchester, Glasgow and most of the
larger towns of Great Britain and Ireland
They were modelled after the Hyde Park
meeting, hut on smaller scale. They
were attended with no disturbance,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
Maine Pensions.

WAsHrSGroS, Apiil 30.--The following
pensions have beeti granted to Maine people
Original, William II. Gray {deceased)
Andrew c. Smith, Michael Murphy, Charles
Overton, Elbridge X. Trask, James San
born, James A. Wilson, Ozias X. Fletcher
additional, Stephen X. Smith. Edwin l..
Freeze increase. George +. Wilson, James
X. Cook, John e. Kendall; reissue, David
Howe: reissue and increase, Daniel W.
Sherman; original, widows. etc, Angie
Ward. Mary A. Gray. Vilinda Hatch, minor
of Hartford b. Knowles; supplemental
minors Of Reuben II. Brown, olive Il.
McGrath, Eliza A. Corson.
Original, Joshua Littlcfield, .Jr.. Augustus
Haskell. Howard T. Conant, James Kane
George n. Mcdonald VIM. G.. Hill
Charles $. Gordon; additional, Nortor
Pease; increase, VIM. \. kiltoh; origina
widows, etc, Eva NJ. Roberts, Mary A
King.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
Other Games Saturday.

At Troy-Troys. Z; Syracnscs, 2.
At Boston. Loyclls, 10 ; Marlboro, 7.
Al Salem-Salcn, Il ; Boston Blues, o.
Al hndovcr, Methucn, l5; T.. A. A.. D.
At IIaycrhll. liaverhill, u; Mathews, I.
Al Iihica--CornrlI, II Cuban Giants, 4.
At Williamstown--Yai .; Williams, \.
At Amherst Yale, %, Is; Amherst. D5,
At worccstcr--lIarv II; Holy Cross.
AZ Franklin, Tufts, 10; Dean Academy,
At Providence -Provilcnces, 10; Buffalo,
At Observation-Disclosures 20; Nashua,
At Exeter, n. H., Dartmouth, o =. T..
A.,2.
At New lIaven-Ncw Haven, ~; Rochcs-
ter. X.
At woousocket. Woonsocket, 23; Brock
ton, Z.
At Tufts college Boston University, 10;
TrHts. 9.
At Lewi.iou-hnburn Gazettes, 10;
Baics, x.
Al Observation-Disclosures, 0; Al
banys, 2.
At Binghampton-Bi Binghamptons, g IL
miras 4.
At Wilbraham, Amherst 4. G., !; Wes-'
leyan, i.
At Pro, idcnce, Brown, 40; y. Y. Uni
ycrsity. 2.
At ~onth Gardiner, Richmond, - Sontl,
Gardiner, o.
At Burlington, VT, Burkes, 8; L. V.
NJ, 2.
Second Game, L. Y. NJ, 10 Burkes, o.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
AUSTRIA PEACEFUL.
Procession Of 10000 workinsmcn Parade
the Streets Of Vienna.

VIENNA, May l.--No reports of disorders
attending the May day celebrations have
been received here. Social Democrats in
various places held meetings at which the
question of an eight hour day was dis
cussod. The proceedings were orderly,
. In Vienna an orderly procession. num-
herring 10000 workingmen marched to the
Prater. The military were held in rcadE
ness to suppress disorders. but they were
not called upon,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
BATES COLLEGE.
A Frye and Dingley Club Organized Among the
Students-The Officers.

Special 10 The kESStBEc JotRS,L.l
LEWISTON, April 3O.--The Bates College
Frye and Dingley Republican Club per-
election of an executive committee and
other officers; president, Wilson, %; vice
president. X. Sturges. '93; secretary
Cook ~; treasurer, Thompson. ~. The
lecture Thursday evening in the senior
junior course was on "School Supervi-
sion" by W. W. Stetson. superintendent OF
Auburn schools
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
- :
NO. lO4.
WILD PANIC
At Brussels and liege Over ExpIos-
ions Of Dynamite Bombs
Which Wreck and Destroy Properly But Cause
No Loss oi Lie.

BsUssEts, MAY la Tin cylinder with
a fuse attached was found between the
collonadcs of the foreign office tonight.
This discovery crca,ed great alarm, which
was intensified by the news from l.iegc,
where two dynamite cartridges were cx-
ploded this evening, one in the residence of
Senator nesks, and the other in the resi-
ience of his son.
These explosions caused serious damage
Enormous crowds collected at the scenes of
the explosions, Later another explosion
occurred in the choir of st. Martins
Church, by which the stained windows, val
ued at 100000, were shattered into frag-
men,s, and hundreds of panes of glass in
adjacent houses were smashed. A fourth
Cartridge with spent fuse was discovered
later, \ feeling of wild panic prevails.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
II Is Not What We Say

but what Hooi's Sarssparilla does, that
makes it sell anil has given ii sacIi firm
AMI lasting hold upon the confidence of the
people. The voluntary statements of thou
sands of people prove beyond question ths,
this preparation possesses wonderful medic
inal power.
Hoods Pills cure Constipation by restor-
ing the peristalsie action of the aiimentary
canal They are the best family cathartic.
d&wlvchd&wfolrm
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
euoera, ., Alfred n. Webster 0, kit,ep.

PoRrsMorrH. \. H., May 1.-THE fr-
neral of Alfred y. Webster, one of tbs best
known ami most respected citizens of kit-
terry, Maine. was held FROM his lste resi-
dence this afternoon, Rev. j. II. Trask arnl
II. v. Emmons officiating. 'rite decreased
was member of Howar,l i.oigr /. O. ~.
+. of Charlestowu. and Riversi H. Loige of
Kittery These lodges escorted the remains
to the grave and performed the Odd Eel
lows burial service. The intermens took
place at Orchard Grove cemetery.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
SETTLED WITH THE TOWN
But He Has Not Yet Escaped Liability for
Criminal Prosecution.

WORCESTER. Mass, May e.-Orvilc T..
f. Tyler, the defanlting tax collector of
Hubbarlston and his three bonlsmen, have
settled the civil suits brought against them
by the town, by payment Of $1,000. This
offer was accepteN at a special town meet
ing, Saturday. Tyler's tefaieation amounted
to sG6;o. The settlement has no bearing
on the criminal proceedings against Tyler
under indic'men, by the grand jury for en-
bezzlement.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
Notice to Postal Officials.

W,-nISaroS. April 3o.-A. j. Brooks.
superintendent of foreign mails, calls attep-
ton of postmastcrs and other postal en-
ployes that the postal rate applicable to
packages of seeds. cuttings, roots, scions
and plants mailed in this country, addressed
for delivery in Canada, IL one cent for each
ounce or fraction of an ounce: : and that,
unless postage at that rate Is prepaid in full,
the packages in question are unmailable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
WENT FISHING.
But Straycd Too Far From Home So Their
Father Semi for Them.

PoRTtANr, May l.--Geo l.. Gould of
Maplewood. Mass. has telegraped to the
police here that his son Bert Could AMI
Charles Plummer have left home without
his knowledge and asks that they be held
The bows are in the hands of the police and
will be held until the father arrives. They
say they were on fishing expedition.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02

SANFORD. May Frank Broggie's fruit
and confectionery store, Rieker's fish mar
kei and Dr. kemptoH's office, Tibbett's
restaurant, Smiths photograph gallery.
anl kempton's stable. were totally destroyed
by fire this evening. Loss. 5000; insur-
anee, $1,000 The FIRE started in Broggie's
store: cause unknown.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
low Ncskin nnl DOVES
Cincinnati.

Brooklyn, y, Iouisvllc, >. Errors-Brook
lyu. I Louisville, l. Batierics, Inks aud kins
i,.,. Mn.lIu In.l nnAAn-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
FIRE At BuDA PESTH,
Said to be Set by Workingmen 10 Enable Them
TO Loot the Place.

Brp, Pfstu. May In spite of the
police prohibition the workingmcn of this
city gathered ut ~ different centres today
and marched in procession tu Nussdorfrr
Park to celebrate the day. While the
demonstration was in progress fire broke
out in NicholsonS machine factory adjacent
10 the park.
The rumor spread that lhc fire was started
by the workmeh TO enable them to loot the
establishment. The proprietor denies that
the fire was iuccndiary An immense crowd
rapidly gathered at the scene and the police
experienced great difficulty in keeping a
sufficient space for the operations of the fire
brigade. The building was completely
gutted Loss, SlO0,OOO.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
Run Down a Fisherman.

HIGHrASp LIGHT, Mass. May i.-Early
this morning the steamer llaguesund. Bos-
ton for Bsracoa, collided with small un-
known fishing schooner, ~ miles southeast
of Highland Light, the schooner's bow spirit
being carried away. The steamer towed
the fisherman to the Cape and then pro-
seetle3
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
Grand Circus Burned by Anarchists.

PARis, May THE grand circus at
Troyes was set on fire today. presumably hy
anarchists, and burned with three ljacent
houses While the FIRE was burning loud
explosion was heard in the interior of the
circus.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
Mrs. Osborn. Released.

LoSpos. May Mrs. Florence Ethel
Osborne, sentenced to nine months impris-
onmeut for the theft of pearls from Mrs.
Hargraves AMI subsequent perjury. has
been released from prison by order of
Horne Secretary Matthews.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
Nine Hours or Nothing.

CoSconp, May THE journeymcn
plumbers aud steam and gas filters. yester-
day notified their employees that beginning
MonJay, they would work but nine hours
per day. The employees held a meeting
last evening AMI unanimously voted not to
aecele to the demands of thr men. II is
uncertain whether the latter will go to work
in the morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
GALLAGHER. You Mus. Go Back to iaiI.

PoRTL.sp. Nav la man named Gala
CHER, who escaped from Auburn jail year
ago. where be was confined for breaking
and entering, was fouml here today, hav-
ing heen to sea under the name of Libby
He was arrested and will be sent to Auburn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
Bomb Thrown into the Casino.

Row.. MAY IA dispatch from Aneona
says that this evening bomb was thrown
into the casino in Sinigaglia The missil
exploded with great force. The window
Of the builiing and all the furniture was
demolished. Several arrests were made.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
HAPPY HOLLAND.
Nothing Happened but the Posting Of Few
Revolutionary Piacards.

TnE HAGrE, MAY No trouble oe-
CURED in Holland Tho day was cciebra-
ted in the most orderly manner. Last night
revolutionary placarls were posted on
walls of private bonses and lamp posts, but
were removed by the police.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
A SMALL FUSS
Takes Place in Suburbs Of MarseilIes, bu'
Was Soon QueIIed by Police.

M,EsguLEs. May IA meeting held in
the outskirts of the city today led to n riot,
in which there was free exchange of
blows. The police dispersed the meeting
and arrested some of the rioters. Later
dctachmcuts of cavalry cleared the crowded
streets of the town.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
WARNING !!

oanqe. 10 Public Health often arises from
the use Of flayogin2 Extracts containing
,,oi.onou. o8ls aejds. etc. which caasc great
Jaiury 10 the stomach, liver and kHlneys
.jesse +. Ba;iershall, ph D., r g. s.. CIis-m-
q. 4. = Laboratory in his patliel,s,i WORK
FOOD 8dglfersffons ard its Detection. 4"
szq.: 'sDf lgs samples Of confectionery ex-
smiaed rs heaitli officials in the nit.al
Ssstes. ilj were aslaiierated. Plnm5ie chro-
mate i a very common addition; s out Of
A. samples Of yell0x and 0raag, colo=ed
can,ly contained this poisonous pigment"
Consumers 4esiross Of procuring Extractz
Of well-estabiisiiel rcpatation, guaranteed
rtgritg aud uniform strength and efficiency
should insist That their dealer furnish them
With Bakers Superior FIasoriag Extracts pre-
pared directly from the original Frnits and
-pices thereby prodaeing favor. whicl. can
b. obtained ia no other way. They are al
ways sure 20 please those who enjoy the
,iggirate fag0r of The original fruit. Our
ufcparations are used by the Ieasling hotels,
restaurants, and thousands Of families. all
of whom speak in the highest terms Of ,heir
rfft.5tris.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02

BosTos, May For New Eagiand !:
Monday. showers, slight change in temper
atare, eonditi0Hs favorable for continued
cool, rainy part OF aiief faesday. Colder,
fair setting in west IN rear of storm.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
The Grand Lakes Clear Of Ice

CALAIS, May THE ice commenced
breaking up in the Grand Lakes Saturday
morning and wen; ont during the afternoon
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02

Bowdoinham Lodge of Good TempIars
visited Richmond Lodge last evening. Re
freshments were served in the hall. and re-
marks were made by members of the order
rhc visitors returned home on the Pullman.
Rev. Mr.. Gilkey preached his farewell
sermon before large congregation this af
tprnuon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
SHOWERS
LEGAL Forecast.

wssHrsrros. Msy For New Eng
laad SsDwers. south winds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
Bowditch, Webster &CO.
OTHERS HAVE BEEN CURED BY
ITS use.
WHY NOT YOU?
Williams
Blood Syrup
Will Positively Cure all Diseases
Of the Blood, Liver and
Kidneys.

1t is made of purely vegetable in
gradients, and contains no alcohol
whatever consequently it is the only
genuine Bloed Specific in existence.
DR. WILLIAMS BLOOD SYRUP will
cure Cancerous and Scrofulous HUI
mors, Blood and Malarial Poisoning.
Rheumatism, Dyspepsia, Eeezema,
Salt Rheum, and all diseases of the
blood of whatever nature. 1t will
also cure Sick and Bilious Headache,
Constipation. Indigestion, and all
arrangements of the Liver, Stomach
and Bowels. 1t cleanses, purifies and
invorigates the entire system, making
new blood and improving the old. 1t
regulates and promotes all the proper
functions of the human system, i'm
proyes digestion. dispels aches and
pains, brings refreshing sleep. and
restores health and strength. tits 8
wonderful tonic. imparting yigor and
strength to the whole body.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
BASE BALL.
League Games. Saturday.

At st fouls
Innings. I d .
Hostnn, % = o a.
It Inus u q o. >
iIits- BOSTON II, -. Louis :. Errurs-tosion,
/, st. Louis, o, batteries, Sih",is and Ganscl.s
Britcnsi"in aud BIRD.
At IouisyiIlc--
Innings 80
I,rouklyn Z q q o u u b-ip
Luuisyv q q /
-Brootlyn. Y; Louisville, ). Errors-preok
low Mo.kin aud Dowsr, .-.,.s..
A. cincinnati.
Innings isai o.
tiucinnaii q q o -
Washington, o % "
IHts--o Cincinnati d. Washington, :. Errors-
ENC cnunti .; Washington, X Batteries, Chan.
trrlniu aud Harrington. Foreman aud Me,iuirr.
" rittsbufg-
Innings
rittsburg 3 4 0-It
BnItinor. . q u u u .
ihs-r,tt.burr, &, Ealtmorr, T. Error4, ritt-
burg. Baltimore, :. inttrr..s BALDWIN aud
Mack. Mcmahon aud Robinson,
A Cleveland
Innings
New York nf IA
ijrNonnd q u ! .
Hts-tl.y.land. =: New YORK. :. Euors-
Cleveland : , New York, ,. Batteries, King aud
Boyle Wfvis md iolh.
At ChTGo-
Innings B.
PhladcphiA -
chicago, /" o-o
Hits-''hirngo 3 rhiladepi+a. D. Lrrora-thi-
cngo /; rhiludcIphn. = Weybing and Clements.
fuhy md Sehrivry.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
Call for BAKERS & take no other.
SOLD EVERYWHERE.
Railroad and Steamboats,.
MAINE CENTRAL RAILROAD
Arrangement Of Trains In Effect April
Iftb. 1882.

.oIx. WEST 20 ~ &. " for lewiston. Rock
land Portland. Boston and Montreal 80 4. VI.
i,,f Htlig~ail Gardner efd south IafdiCst xG.1G
s. 81 f1s BrHn-wiek, Lewiston, FaTmingiun
ff.esland Portland and lhssipG, conneefiug for
White Mountain fionts apd QurLee, 2.fn T.
ST for iiaiioaall, Gardiner. and south fiard.
inss. 80 T. ". for t;runs syleb, Bath. Port
land Boston. Hnt Saturdays only, for Rock
land An. T.. u for Haii0weh, Gardiner, AMI
.nuth .afdinar iI.fI r " ,night Puliinanl Tor
Lealsi0n BATH Portland and Boston
GONE. EAST . ~ A. ". might express
fpg -koebegan. Belfast, Bangor. Br lfarbof, ~.
-lsplieH. 81 JOHN uad Afpostook tpaHty 9if5 \
u fnr Watrfyilis. SkowiieRHS and Banggr. ;. r.
Bingham. -kawhezam. Belfast. D1y.r, t1x
Cfoh Bangor Bar fiariof ~, stephens. - toha.
aud Ar,ip.ta',k t0iHty and sundays only, at 9.ls
4 v fDI Bangor
Tir Night rniiiuan Trains run each way every
niutt SUNDAY Included. but not To ~koWhf gan on
Monsiay morning., 70 Belfast, Dcxtsf or beyond
Bangor on sunday mornings
TAr ttuy Nprpss trains going West NJ 10. 70 4 ".
and En-t nj is T.. VI run daily, Sundays Included,
between Boston, lewiston, Bath, Bangor and II
ACCOMMODATION TRAIN for Angusts
traff. south GHrdlHrr. e p 5. NJ N and g.
/. N t.afdlnrf. q 70 \. VI. I % and 80 r. NJ.
Hal!as"H, 6 80 4 81. IS, aud i-9 T. VI
ihrtmgit tickets 10 California and all pUiIfs
south aid West may be had of T.. u. Walker
tirk.i agsni. Augusta. The only office ia Augusta
-rlHag sm .bi rriiss und checking baggage frrt of
ttpeH-''.
FtA -uN KICKER yirr Pres. X Geni Manager
; } HoOtHH} Geu1 Pass. aad Ticket Ag't
l'urtiand tprl & is1..
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1892-05-02
BiliOuSneSS.

Symptoms. - Bilious attacks arc accom-
panied by constipation. loss of appetite.
collie, vomiting Of bile. and dia-rhoa.
The bilious condition is too
often neglected until it has
led to bilious fever, or some
other serious complaint. 1t is
easy to keep the liver and
hillary organs in thorough
working order by using Ma
lures own remedy. 1t regulates
Cherry County independent. (Valentine, Cherry Co., Neb.) 18??-1896, 1892-12-22
Had Method in His Madness.

CLINTON. Mo-, -po.ial: Levi Hartley a
veteran of tue war of the rebellion and re-
Gently an inmate of the Soldiers Home,
made Il desperate and probably successful
attempt to asSassinate Postmaster J. ke!-
ser here. About noon Mr.. Keser stood at
the general delivery window, his back to
the opening. trying to decipher u sigma
ture. Hartley walked to within six feet of
him and fired three shots in rapid success
sion. T. H. Bates, a bystander. sprang fo~-
ward and wrested the pistol from Hartley :
hand. Two of the shots took effect, one
three inches below the right shoulder the
other two inches lower. Hartley calmly
remarked: Il did it, | had to do it He
was placed in Jail Some years ago Hart
ley was declared to be OF un -ound minG
and was sent to the Soldiers HOmr. Dur
ing his absence his wife secured IL divorce
and married keiser, whose attentions tc
her had caused much scandal Hartley re-
turned home short time ago and has re-
peatedly made threats against the post
master. The doctors are of the opinion
that keiSer cannot live.
Cherry County independent. (Valentine, Cherry Co., Neb.) 18??-1896, 1892-12-22
Chinese and the Geary Law.

San Francisco. special: Information was
received from the Federal authorities that
word was sent by the Chinese Six Compan-
les that there would be no further resist
ance to the Geary Registration Law. At
the Chinese Consulate, however. Secretary
Tang Gang denied that opposition to the
Geary Act would be withdrawn. By the
last mail from China, he said. the Consul
ate had received the official reply from the
Chinese Government to the monster pcti-
tion sent by the Chinese of this country to
the Emperor asking assistance. The reply
says the Emperor pledges his word to make
overtures to the United States Government
with the view of opening nego tiations that
will lead to reasonable modification of
the law affec ting Chinese subjects us 1t
stands to-day. The Chinese here were as
sured that there will be no delay about
measures being taken by the Emperor to
secure speedy relief, and the Six Companies
have in nowise counseled to abandon the
opposition heretofore maintaiued against
the law
Cherry County independent. (Valentine, Cherry Co., Neb.) 18??-1896, 1892-12-22
TO PRESERVE SHILOH
TO STOP THE FLOWING UP OF
SOLDIERS BONES.
All Surv vOrs of the Battle of Shiloh
VIII Meet on That Historic Battlefield
Un the Thirty-iirst AEnirersary-To
stop the Moving of Soldiers Remains.
To Preserve Shiloi, Field.

Monticello, ILL.,. special: The survivors
OF inc battle of Shiloh will meet on that
historic battle field OH the thirty first anni-
Nersary of the fight April and next,
The VII be appropriate services held at
the national cemetery at Pittsburg Land
ing. All the survivors of the various
divisions that took part in that bat
tie, North and South, will Ge invited
20 meet on the battlefield together
TO mark the positions held by their
comrades. This will include the old Army
Of the Tennessee, commanded by Gen.
Grant; the Army OF the Ohio, commanded
by Gen. ID. &. Buell. and the Confederate
Army. commanded by Gems. Albert Sidney
Johnston and g. L. BeauregarG. There
viii De an effort made to preserve this bat
tiefeld as others are being preserved and
to stop the desecration of the graves OF the
heroes buried there. There are 1000 Union
dead. the most of whom have been taken
up and buried in the National Cemetery at
.he Landing. but there are many of these
who were no: found ald are still scattered
over the field. There are also 1000
Confederate dead who are buried all over
the battlefield from the Shiloh Church to
the Landing. Parties who are improving
small tracts OF land on the battlefield are
blowing up the remains of these Union
and Confeds rate soldiers. Some measures
Wiz be devised by which this historic old
Battlefield may be preserved.