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THE CROKER TRUST.
Large Sums Discussed for Charitable
Purposes.
Nearly One Hundred Thousand Dol
lars Given in TWO
Years.
From the S. F. Chronicle. Jan. zth.l

TOM til6 AilIOA1iSlSs JAIL hh-
If Mrs. Charles Croker were alive to-
day she would have good reason to be
happy woman. AS is well known, she
had, during the last few years of her life,
devoted much attention to charity and
had planned for the doing of many good
deeds, but her sudden death left the
greater part of this work undone. Her
plans were, however, indicated by certain
memoranda, most of it in pencil, in
which she had sketched out much good
work.
Her death did not extinguish the spirit
of these noble aims. Itstill lives and has
animated the bosoms of others-those who
loved her and who have honestly sought
to carry out the work she left unfinished.
Soon after Mrs. Crocker's death the
Mary A. Croker Trust was formed, with
the end in view of perpetuating her name
as that OF a philanthropic woman. This
trust was organized by Charles F., George
and William II. Croker, her sons, by
Mrs. G. b. Alexander, her daughter, and
by William 4. Brown, who is Secretary
OF the trust. These persons are the
trustees and managers of the trust. They
set aside from her estate and invested
$500. 600 in various 5-per-cent. bonds, the
interest to be used solely for the purposes
of charity, and the principal TO remain as
a permanent fund, to be reinvested from
time to time as occasion might require.
1t was resolved by the trustees to dispose
of the interest in the form of donations,
either monthly or quarterly, giving the
money to such institutions and persons
as the children of Mrs. Croker might see
fit to aid, in as close conformity with their
mothers plans as could well be done.
The trust was organized a little over
two years ago, and the first donation un-
der it was made in January, 1890. Every
month since that time these donations
have been made from the interest, and in
this way nearly 100000 has been eX-
pended.
The actual interest accruing from the
investment has only been $4,000. so that,
as will be seen, the account has been over
drawn. This was done in order to fulfill
some of the wishes Of Mrs. Croker as
soon as might be. Among what were
considered the more immediate aims to
be accomplished was the finishing of the
Old Peoples Home. While Mrs. Croker
had fully provided for the building OF the
home, no contracts had been made for
furnishing it, and this matter was left in
an unsettled state at the time of her death.
AS she had left no will, it was not possible
for the time to take money from her eS-
tate tor this purpose, and it could not
well be done in any other way than that
afforded by the trust, unless it should be
left to others, which the Croker heirs
had no thought of doing.
The following is a list of the disburse-
mentS of the trust for the first two years !:
Old Peoples Home, furnishing....S2 1888 20
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bicycles BOUGHT, SOLD, RENTED OR
boys and Ordinary cheap MELVIN. us K.
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SIXTH-STREET NJ E. CHURCH. Be
- tween X and L.-Rev. T. c. George, pastor
Morning subject: christian PROSPERITY"
Evening: Problems for the New Year" Sab
bath-school at 1915. Epworth League Mt
6:3O. Miss DunSton and orchestra will assist
in the music. All are cordially invited.
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Church 31ntirrs.

THIRST UNITARIAN SOCIETY. PIONEER
l. Hall, Seventh street, between and k
Preaching at IL A. NJ by Rev. w. E. Cope
land. All interested in the phase of Christian
thought represented by the Unitarian faith
are invited TO attend.
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rIIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH. EIGHTH
L street, between II and OBJ. B. Burton.
pastor. Preaching at 1 a. NJ. and 7:30 p. NJ
No ming subject for service: 1.-THE Vision of
Faith" Sunday-school at 9:45 a. NJ. a cor
dial welcome.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
MICHIGAN DEMOCRATS.

Allan B. Morse to be the Next Governor
oftthe Wolverine State.
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich, Aug. 1.-THE
Democratic state convention today NOM
mated the following ticket: For COVER
nor, Allan B. Morse; lieutenant-gover-
nor, James P. Edwards; treasurer,
Frederick Marvin; secretary of state,
Charles F., Marskey; auditor, Gen. Jas.
A. Vannier; attorney general, Adolphus
a. Ellis; superintendent of public in
struction, Ferris Fitch; commissioner OF
the state land office, George T. Shaffer /;
member of the state board Of equaliza-
tion,, James A. Burr.
The resolutions congratulate the
Democratic party on the nomination of
cleveland and Stevenson; commend
the state administration; demand legis-
iation prohibiting the employment of
Pinkertons; denoHnce the Mckinley
bill condemn the Republican party for
the characterization Of silver, and cay
the majority OF the people Of the state
favor placing silver In its rightful place
as a coin of the nation, co-eQnal with
gold recommend arbitration AZ q
method Of settling the questions at
Homestead and elsewhere; and pledge
the Democracy Of Michigan to the estab-
lishment Of tribunal with power to
summon defendants before it. adjust all
disputes, and enforce its judgmenta by
proper process.
!, The convention then nominated elect
ors at large, after which it adjourned,
no action being taken as to senatorial
Enforcement.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
sIAREHAsx, WILL PRESIDE.

Ban Diego's- PreparatIons for. the Ceye-
bratfea Of Discovery Day.
SAN DIEaoy Aug. IL The COMMITTEES
in whose hands the arrangements for
the celebration of the 350th anniversary
OF the discovery OF San Diego bay have
been left, today received q telegram from
Governor Markham, in which he ac-
cepts the invitation extended to him to
preside that occasion. The suggestion
that Admiral Gherardi be invited topaz
ticipate 10 the celebration will be acted
upon. The admiral is about to proceed
to San francisco, to assume command
OF the squadron, composed Of the Balti-
more, Charleston, San Francisco, York
town and Boston, which Will partici-
pate in the great naval review in Hamp-
ton roads next April. Gherardici is to
make the Baltimore his flagship, and
proceed to the Atlantic coast, stopping
at South American ports, and arranging
to arrive at Newport News late in
March. It is thought it will be- possible
to induce him to so arrange his depart
ure from San Francisco that his entire
squadron may be present on September
2Sth, to participate in the celebration Of
discovery day. The entire programme.
covering three days, will soon be made
pubic.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
Hor RAIsrN GRO Wssas.
Futile Attempt to Force Packers Into
the Combine.

Futile Attempt to Force Packers Into
the Comhlne.
I FRESNO, Aug. 1.-THE Thermometer
on the street registered 1l1 degrees
today, but it was much hotter at the
convention Of the State Raisin Growers
association, which met for the purpose
OF completing the combination Of grow
ers and packers, the object Of which
is to secure Az certs per. pound
on raisins, as the minimum price.
Among the packers who refused to sign
the compact are Cook & Langley, Will
Jams. Brown e. Co., and Schacht,
Lemcke & Steiner. The two latter
firms had representatives at the conven-
tion, who stated the emphatic refusal Of
their companies to join the combina-
tion.
The convention passed. resolutions
providing that no raisins should be sold
to said firms. The discussion was very
warm. The growers claim, to have
ninety-fve per cent. of the raisin grow
ers in the association.
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PRICE FIVE CENTS.
BRUTAL STRIKERS.
Drunken stone-Custers Attack Thes~.
Employer at Raymond, Cal.

scone-Cu5tere Attack Their.
Employer at Raymond, Cal.
FRESNO, CAL, Aug. I7.-Fortv stone
cutters, employed at J. G. DAYS g,anite
quarry, at Raymond, went on a strike
yesterday. Last April the men informed
Day that the union had made a new
schedule,to 60 into effect in all ouarries
In the state. According to the new
schedule, the stone-cutters were to work
eight hours instead of nine. and receive
the same pay, 81 per day. Day axreed
to observe the new rule il the other
quarries did. The new rule went into
effect May 1st. Amontf1 later DaV fonnd
out that the cutters in the San lose
and Rocklin quarries were still workinc
nine hours day at "a. He informed
his men that they would either have to
have the hours Of the cutters in the
other .quarries reduced, or they would
have to return to the nine hours rule.
He gave themv antil August 10Th to- adj
Just matters. and nothing was done.
Yesterday was the time for the men to.
80 to work und8r the old rule, but thew
struck. Last night several strikers
came to Days Office and assaulted him..
One OF the men picked up a coal oib
lamp and struck him on the head. badly
cutting hin1M with the broken glass.
Other wounds on ths head we're also in
hicted by the aeeailante. The men were
under the influence Of liquor. Day.wilI
put IN new men.
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BnnIkexa PonnIista.

MAssILLoN, O., Aug. 1.-THE state
Barnes Of Tiffin Ts was I made l permanent
chairman. A ticket was nominated as
follows: Secretary of state, Sc. Thayer,
Canton; judges Of the supreme court, E..
B. Stark, Cleveland; @. d. PAYNE, Wash
ington county. A clerk of the supreme
court and members of the board of pub
lie works were also nominated, as well
as presidential electors. The platform
endorses the Omaha platform and the
national candidates. A resolution pro-
testing against Senator Brice holding a
seat, on the ground of non-residence,
was sent to Senator PETER for introduc-
tion in the senate.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
LONE STAR DEMoCRArs.'
The Two Texas State Conventions still
In Session. 9a

The Two Texas State Conventions still
In Session.
HousroN, Texas, Aug. 1.-THE Clark
men were refused admittance to the
convention hall this morning, and they
met at the Turner hall. Chairman Lane
presided. The Hogg convention met,
with Judge Sheppard in the chair.
After perfecting organization, both
conventions adjourned till afternoon,
when the, Hogg convention admitted the
Clark delegates from Dallas and Tar
rant counties; elected w. F. Fly chair
man, and proceeded to business. The
Clark convention retained Lane as per-
manent chairman. Both conventions
are still in session tonight.
The Hogg convention devoted tonight's
session to debate about the platform,
and adjourned till morning, when nomi-
nations will be made. The Clark peo-
pie nominated Clark and Rogers to lead
the ticket, and left the remainder for
tomorrow.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
WISCONSIN, EEPUBLIoANs.

Ex-senator Bpoonsr Nominated Tor Coy
evnor by Acelamation.
MILWAUKEE, Aug. T.--The Republi-
can state convention was called to order
shortly after noon today. Secretary
Rusk's appearance was greeted with en-
thusiasm. Eugene Elliott OF Milwaukee
was made chairman. After the appoint
ment Of committees on resolutions and
organization, the convention adjourned
till 8 O'Clock.
Upon reassembiing, United States
Senator Spooner of Hudson and John G..
Koch of Milwaukee we're nominated for
governor and lieutenant governor, re-
spectiveIy, amid the greatest enthusi-
asm. R. W. Jackson of Shawona was
nominated for secretary of state, by a
majority Of Ill, over 0. L. Rosenkrans.
Atley Peterson of Crawford was noni-
mated for treasurer. by acclamations
The platform approves the Minpeapo-
5NS platform, denounces the proposition
of the Democratic; national platform to
repeal the tax levied on the circulation
Of state banks, and approves the admin
istration of President Harrison.
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A BLOWOUT FOR BOWERS.
San Diego welcomes Her Bloomin
Statesman Home.


San Diego welcomes Her Blooming
Statesman Home.
SAN DIEGO, Aug. IA reception was
accorded this evening to Congressman
Bowers, of this district. who has re-
turned from Washington with his fam
lily. His fellow-citizens met him at the
depot with the Seventh regiment band,
and escorted him to the plaza. where
General Eli H. Murray extended to him
a cordial welcome. All the Republican
clubs of this city and surrounding towns
participated in the reception. A torch
light procession miles in length was one
of the features of the occasion. Bowers
spoke briefly. After the meeting at the
plaza, an informal reception was held at
the Horton house.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
rIansoontinental Rates.

SAN Francisco, Aug. IL. II. G.
Stubbs, third vice-presideDt of the
Southern Pacific; Charles F. Smurr,
general freight agent, and J. @. Martin,
attorney Of the company, left here for
New York tonight to attend the meet
ing OF the Transcontinenta Traffic aaso-
citation, to be held there August oath. at
which the question of transcontinental
freight rates will be considered.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
AN Aparchist Arreste d !.

PrrTsBURG, Aug. IA man, giving
the name of George Lehburer, and sup
posed to be an Anarchist, was arrested
here today. He wore a false beard,
and was acting in suspicious
Several addresses were found on him,
among others a Johnstown address.
The police OF that city were telegraphed
a description, and they replied this
afternoon that the man was wanted
there on the charge of criminal assault
on 14-year-old girl.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
MURDER AND SUICIDE,
A Sensational Tragedy ENACTED at tho
Mission San jose.


Mission San jose.
MISSION SAN JOSE, Aug. 17.-At 10
O'Clock this evening Thomas Fl. Downie,
builder and contractor, was sitting in
chair in front of his oAice, when be
was approached by German carpenter,
whose name is unknown, who,ep Ike to
Downie in regard to some money which
the latter owed him. Downie said
he would pay the money as he
had promised to do. The man then
stepped back few PAGES, drew revol-
yer and fired, the ball striking Downie
in the stomach, and coming out of his
back. The man then placed the revol-
yer to his own head and fired shot,
blowing the top Of his own head of, and
killing him instantly. Downie is not
expected to live. The carpenter had
been here but short time, and was not
known.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
Democratic oampairn Coa n,ttes.

New YoRK, Aug. IL The campaign
committee of the national Democratic
committee met at national headquarters
today, and was in session throughout
the day, with an adjournment for lunch.
The entire time was taken up by pre-
liminary discussion of the situation, no
action being taken ON anything. Wash
ington Hesing again appeared before the
committee and argned for branch head
quarters for the northwest in Chicago.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
Reid's Quiet Journey,

PITTsBuRa, Aug. -Whitela9 Reid,
Republican candidate for vice-president,
passed through this city this evening
on the Chicago limited Of the Pennsyl-
vania road, on his way to Springfield
Ill. Reid's journey was quiet, and his
presence on the train was not generally
known, either by the passengers or peo-
pie in the towns through which he
passed.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
ExoIrEMENr AT HOMESTEAD.
The Steamer Little Bill Again Fired
Upon by Strikers.

The Steamer Little Bill Again Fired
Upon by Strikers.
HOMESTEAD, Pa, Aug. 17.-Some one
on a freight train crossing the bridge
this evening, opened fire on the Little
Bill, and the persons in the pilot house
narrowly escaped death. The soldiers
guarding the boat opened fire on
the train, and the provisional guard
across the river, joined in, as did the
pickets around the mill. The volley did
no serious damage, however. A squad
hurried to the mill on the double quick.
Four men were captured from the train,
and crowd made demonstration to-
ward rescue. The militia dispersed
them, however, and the prisoners were
placed in the lookup.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
Platt and Quay EAR ia r.Ine,

New YoRK, Aug. 1.-THE Republican
leaders are jubilant over the fact that
the only two Republicans of national
prominence, who have shown any apa-
thy in the support of the presidential
ticket. namely, Il. @. Platt and M. s.
Quay, came out today with hearty as
eurance Of their intention to do active
work for the party.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
"A Trfo of Tramna.

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Aug. IA
man, wife and dog, who started from
Seattle. WASH, to walk to Chicago, reg
istered at the Chicago and Northwestern
depot this evening. They will start
east in the morning. They will have
till September 10Th to complete their
journey. They made thirty miles to-
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
george sontag Taken to Fresno.

FRESNO, Aug. 17.-George Sontag,
supposed to. be implicated with John
Sontag and Chris Evans in the Coils
train robbery, was brought to Fresno
from Visalia, on the moor train, today,
and lodged in Che county jail.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
Ths Campaign in Maine.

PORTLAND, Me-, Aug. 1.-THE Repub-
licans opened the fall campaign tonight
with meeting, which was packed, at
the city hall. Hon. Thomas B. Reed
addressed the assembly.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
are detected in destroying the property
of the company.

OF the company.
BUFFALO, Aug. Is, 3 q. m.---Word has
Just been received here that Governor
Flower has signed an order calling out
the entire natioDSl guard. Twenty five
hundred men are to arrive this morning.
This was communicated by General
Greenland to Vice President Webb.
40 a. m.-There is no change in the
situation. 1t is not believed that the
Lackawana switchmen will strike before
daylight. The officials cay the men are
still at work.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18

The building boom has caused the re-
moval of HI. A. Getz's fine tailoring
125 w. Third to liz w. Third street.
Los Angeles herald., 1892-08-18
.H9mEz! METROPOLE,
CATALINA. (REFuRSIsHED.) ,

Daily boat from San Pedro; Tuesday, Thurs
day and Saturday from Redohdo.
Fishing cannot be surpassed on the Coast
New pavilion for dancing. Prof. Romandy's
orchestra.
Rates, $l5 to $40 per week.
AULL & SCOTT, Proprietors.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1892-11-24

that the above mentioned resolutions
aud whereases were presented. The
good nstured and at all times oomplai.
cent rattlesnake committee were assign
sd the duty OF examining said resolut.
ions and whereases. and their report
was exceedingly gratifying to the men,
bers of the board and the reporters.
The manner in which they prescribed
for the representative of the HERALD
would have given a casual observer of
the proceedings the impression that he
was q freak of nature and about to be
ostracized. The ''long haired gentle
man" of the Record, the part his hair
in the middle man. of the Witness. and
Uncle Pollock" were dealt with iudic-
iously. Goldy and L C. Mack came In
for LIBERAL share, anu in fact the whole
reportoriaf corps was given such advice
as was deemed necessary and prescrib-
ed for in a wholesome and mild manner
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MT. HOPE

Miss Lou Zimmerman returned
home last Sunday from visit with
her brother at Madison.
Mr.. and Mrs. A. +. Storrs, Of Fen
nimore, spent Sunday with friends in
this vicinity.
School began Monday with the
same corps Of teachers as during the
fall term
The creamery and parsonage are
nearly completed. We notice other
improvements, bay window at Mr..
Zimmermann's and one at Mis- Stock
wells, the dressmaker. Mrs Handy
is having her house finished. John
Gull has had an addition put on his
house.
Mrs. Flora Abrams and Miss Lizzie
Cooley are elected as delegates to at
tend the Ellsworth League District
convention to be held at Lancaster
next week
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Cassville.

The weather has been decidedly chilly
FOE several days and the river is full of
floating ice, making Al. DIETRICH, the
ferryman's, life a burden. The saw
mill people are also having some trouble
finishing up the last of two large RATS.
The mill started rather late in the sea-
son, but has sawed an immense lot of
logs into all kinds of lumber needed In
this part of the country. The Kleinpell
Bros. have large local trade and ship
a good deal of lumber into Iowa.
We were treated last week TO several
performances by the "Ned Clark Mus
ical Company" Their avowed object
was to sell soap and amuse the people.
We didn't seem to need soap and could
not stand great deal of amusement, SO
the company are not pleased with Cass-
vile.
Wednesday one of our citizens had
some bills printed advertising our Jolly
landlord of the Dennison as a song and
dance artist That drew crowd who
were disappointed IN not seeing him
dance; and next night, Notwithstanding
double attraction was advertised, nc
one att nded the show.
Friday Mr.. Geo. Rogers accidentally
shot himself, the charge entering under
the left arm, penetrating the lung and
tearing his breast open in horrible
manner. Hc is still alive, but is in a
critical condi ion.
DIR. John Mcdaniel is now located
permanently in Glen Haven He is a
young man of excellent character, and
has been practicing medicine about two
years He graduated with honCrs in
Louisville, Ky, in 1890, receiving the
gold medal in a competitive examination
as the best surgeon in class Of 240 He
is one of the best posted doctors in the
county, and the people of Glen Haven
are fortunatein having him settle there.
The ishmael band is to discourse sweet
music at North Andoyer Thursday night.
The Republicans here feel pretty sore
over the election, but are hoping for
something different in four years. A.
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BOYS. Read THIs


We have received from Prof w. A.
Henry, of the Wisconsin University,
some very neatly illustrated circulars
describing fully the short courses in
agriculture and dairying. He writes
us that over one hundred young men
have already registered for these
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Now boys if you want to learn some
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we would advise you to send for cir
culars. A line or two on a postal
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corning the practical working of the
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Judging horses and cattle for valuable
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BY sending your address to Prof,
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receive full information as to the rates
of board, room rent, incidental fees,
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