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The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09

NEW YORK, Feb. S.-A disaster paral-
leiing In horror and bringing to mind
che terrible occurrences in Park place.
occurred in the city yesterday morning.
The Hotel Royal, the well-known land
mark, which has stood for more than
quarter OF a century at the south
east corner of Sixth avenue and
Fortieth street, was burned to the
ground, and large number of people
were burned. suffocated or crushed in
the ruins. at the time of the disaster
tnere were nearly $50 guests in tho
hotel. The hotel employees all told
numbered fifty five.
The dead, so far as known, include
iour persons who met death by leaping
from the Inflated house and H. C
Levy, who was found in the ruins.
1t was few minutes after o'clock
Yesterday morning when the flames
were first discovered. They never had
better fuel. The building was com
posed Of several old structures, all
amaigamatad into the Hotel Royal years
ago. SO far as can be learned. tho
hames kindled in the shaft Of the eleya-
tor, in tho basement, at about the mid
die depth of the building.
People leaped out of the windows to
the sidewalks. and were gathered up
unconscious, burned, manned, and
mangled by the firemen and carried to
places or safety. The windows were
filled with the people in their night
clothing, making piteous and heart.
rendlng appeals to the people below for
help, while behind them was great
sea of flames.
One unknown man sprang from third
floor window and was dashed to death
on the sidewalk below before the horri-
ned eyes OF tho spectators. This terri
ble scene was enacted on tho Sixth ave-
nue side Of the building.
moment latter another man leaped
from window on the Fortieth street
side and was mangled to death on the
pavement. Shortly afterwards two
women jumped from windows on tho
Sixth avenue side. Willing hands sonn
grasped them, but they were dead.
From other windows Of the doomed
structure men and women had leaped in
their mad endeavor to escape from the
flames. and, so far as known, mono of
them was killed outright, but many was
badly bruised.
Tho hotel burned like finder box.
The flames ragged fercely. but above all
could DO heard the cries for help from
the unfortunates penDed in the build
ing. Firemen and spectators helped to
rescue the imprisoned guests and en-
ployes. Many were taken from win
dows, where they had sought refuge
from the flames, and the firemen dared
smoke and flames to save life.
gang of 100 men are busily search
ing tho ruins for bodies. In all eleven
have been taken out so far, of whom
only one has been positively identified,
that of Levy, identified yesterday.
From present appearances it will take
three days to clear away the wreck and
reach conclusion as to how many lives
were lost
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09

New YORK, Feb. 8 -fSpcciall-Car-
lyle W. Harris, tho medical student who
was convicted last Tuesday of murder
ing his young wife by poison, was SEN
fenced TO death by Recorder Smyth in
the court OF general sessions this morn
ing after the motion for new trial had
been denied. Harris is 20 die within
tho week beginning March 81. His
counsel gave notice of an appeal.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09
Death of a Prominent Citizen

BuENA VISTA, Feb. s.--[Speciall--.
John A. Kinnear, an old and prominent
citizen of Rockbridge county, died sud.
denly at his homo on Timber Ridge
this morning. In early life he was a
merchant, but for thirty years past has
resided upon his large estate engaged
in agricultural pursuits.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09
Appointments for the National Demo-.
cratic Committee

y WASHINGTON, Feb. s--lSpeciall-Th
National Democratic committee has APP
pointed Col. Richard j. Bright, OF Indi-
ana, sergeant.at-arms at the National
Democratic ntion, and L. e. Canda,
of New York, agent for the committee.
5. p. Sheerin, of Indiana, secretary OF
the committee, together with Bright
and Canda, have been charged with the
duty OF proceeding to Chicago and maxi
ing all necessary preparations for the
convention.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09
STRICKEN Down with Hoart rroun,.

N. Sheaff, carpenter living at the
corner of Fourth street and Kimball
avenue n. g., was stricken with neural
gia of the heart yesterday morning, op-
posite Johnson's grocery store. on tho
corner Of Third avenue and Fourth
street. He was removed to his homo.
where he lies in critical condition.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09
A Handsome Recommendation

Frank Nichols, who has served three
years with A. Bening, the Matchmaker.
was presented yesterday with hand
some hand.wri.ten Recommendation by
his employer. The work was done in
the National RaSiasss Celle 20.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09
Arrested for Forrerv

j. E. Sheppord, a young whito man,
was arrested last night by Oficer
Schanks on warrant sworn out by
l.. Is. HUH, charging hin: with forging q
draft on Dupuy & Ialiaferro.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09
"PiniS Ten" for Christ Church

The Ladies Aid Society of Christ
Church will give "Pink Tea" on
Thursday noxt, between tho hours of
five and ten p. M, at 5O7 Seventh ave-
nue. 8. W., for the benefit of the new
church. a tempting menu will be
offered, and charming time is promised
to those who attend. No admission fec
will be charged.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09
Memorials of Old Virginia Clerks,


Embracing the names of 900 clerks.
Compiled by +. Johnston. formerly
clerk of Roanoke county. Cloth,
4oS pages. Price, SITS.
JOhnStOn'S Forms,
A guide to clerks and useful to law
>yers, embracing all of Miners Pre-
cedents OF Declaration. G52 pages,
sheep. Price. $3.50.
History OF David GrieVe,
by Mrs. Humphrey Ward.
The DeluSe, BY slenkiewicz.
Life Of StOneWall Jackson,
BY His Wife.
Surry Of Eagles hest,
BY John Esten Cooke.
Just received a large assortment of
Gold Fountain Pens, only Sl.25 each,
and every ono guaranteed. Office sup
plies and bank books. Largest stock,
cheapest prices. Cut Cash Prices.
GRAVATT'S BOOK STORE,
80 Salem avenue. nov23-3m
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09
Tho Weatl,er.

Forecast: For Virginia, decidedly
colder. west winds and fair weather.
temperature will fall about 20 10 Is de-
grees; fair Wednesday.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09
ASURDAY MORNING HOLOCAUST
New York Visited by a Fatal
Fire.

The Hotel Royal Burned to the Ground.
Tho Flames Started In the Shaft of the
Slevator-The building Full of People
at the Time-Ien and Women Leap
From tho Windows to Death-Eleven
hodies so Far Recovered From the
Kuins-The Number of Killed Not Yet
Known.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09
Coverstone's Nomination Confirmed.

WASHINGTON, Feb. S-ISpeciall-
The Senate has confirmed the nomina-
ton OF j. w. Coverstone, postmaster at
Shenandoah, Va.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09
MIR. BLAINE is NOT IN THE RACE.
The Great Republican Leader
Writes a Letter of Withdrawal.

The Screenings Long Expected Dcciinn.
ton at Last Comes to Lsght-ne VIII
Not DO Cnndidnte For the Prcsi
DENTAL Nomination, Nor VIII His
Name Go Before the Republication
Convention-Finai and Absolute.
The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09

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The Roanoke times. [volume] (Roanoke, Va.) 1890-1895, 1892-02-09
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The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

Hon. A. F. Banta had a proposition, some weeks since, from prominent citi. zen of Holbrook, to wager $10O on the result of the Presidential election, and it was further stated in the letter that ii the sum named was not large enough, he would be accommodated to more. Mir. Banta at once deposited $500 in the First National Bank at Albuquerque, notified the gentleman of the fact and requested the cashier to notify him also, which was done according to advices re- ceived. The money lay there for some time, but the aforesaid gentleman failed to come to time. The matter would have been dropped at this, as Mir. Banta feels that MT. Cleveland's election is an as- sured fact and he is too true a sport to bet on sure thing, had it not come to his ears that the Republicans of Hol- brook were boasting that he had backed down. He is ready and willing to de- posit $500 in the above named bank that Mir. Cleveland will have larger vote in the electoral college than my Grand fathers Hat, yclept Ben Harrison.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

Ernest Tee, Esq, was down from the Cienega last Saturday. Had returned from Show Low few days before, and reports grass good and water plentiful from the Mineral west and cattle looking splendid. The Twenty-four and CC's will commence spaying heifers about the 31st of July. It is their intention to spay all yearlings and calves. The con- dition of the range, in the opinion of the above mentioned, render this course nec- essary in order to relieve it as much as possible. It is our opinion that others, who have cattle running in the same To- calities should do likewise Had the past winter been an unfavorable one, the loss of cattle would have been ex- ceedinglY heavy, and quite number of our cattlemen are not in condition f- nancially, to stand heavy loss. Better convert as many as possible into mon- ey, than have them enrich the soil by decomposition.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

Having been selected by the Poetofice Department to compile the historical work of the early mail service and trans portation on the frontier, J. A. Spring of this city, will be glad to receive any in- formation upon the subject, or anything about robberies, Indian fights, etc., on mail routes, that come within the recol- lection of any person. As the time to complete the work is quite limited, Mir. Spring will appreciate promptness sec. ond only to accuracy in replies. Enterprise.
 Both Hon. A. F. Banta and Sol Earth should be able to furnish valuable and truthful information as to the early mall service in this Territory, as they were both engaged in that department in pio- neer days, and undoubtedly had some close calls and many thrilling adven- lures. If all, who are still living, that were engaged in the postal service in early times in Arizona, would furnish their individual experiences, it would make a work we'll worth reading and preserving, and would be highly prized bp every resident of the Territory.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

At the Democratic club meeting last Friday evening, speeches were made by H, J. Platt, Judges Ruiz and Mcdonald. Mir. Platt carried his hearers back to the days of Jefferson and Hamilton, and showed the marked difference between the two parties, even at that early day, when all were supposed to be patriots. Hamilton represented the same ideas then, that the Republican party does to- day; that is, centralization of power as represented in the force bill Jefer- son, the founder of the Democratic par ty, represented the same broad views then, as has been held by the Democrat ic party from that day down to the pres ent tune.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

What is lacking is truth and conf dence. If there were absolute truth or the one hand and absolute confidence or the other, it wouldn't be necessary fol the makers of Dr. Sage's Catarrh Rem. edy to back up plain statement of fact by $500 guarantee. They say-''If we can't cure you (make itpersonal, please of catarrh in the head, in any form ol stage, we'll pay you $500 for your trou. ble in making the trial" "An adver- Using lake," you say. Funny, isn't it, how some people prefe, sickness to health when the remedy is positive and the guarantee absolute. Wise men don't put money back of "fakes." And "fak- ing" doesn't pay.
 Magical little granules-those tiny, su- gar-coated Pellets of Dr. Pierce-scarce- ly larger than mustard seeds, yet pow erful to cure-active yet mild in opera tion. The best Liver Pill ever invented. Cure sick headache, dizziness, constipa- tion. One dose.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

Pioneer Day was celebrated on the 25th, with the honor due so important an occasion-the opening of the great southwast to the whites. H. J. Platt was the orator of the day, who portrayed the hardships, privations and dangers encountered by the first settlers of the Salt Lake Valley and the wonderful re- suits arising therefrom, in a masterful and interesting manner. Other speak CTS made interesting talks, while the intervals were taken up with recitations, dialogues, vocal and instrumental mu- sic. In the afternoon the young people had dance, which was heartily enjoy ed by all present.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28
STABLE AND CORRAL.

and avert the danger. ;Abernethy ad- ministered an alarming rebuke to the man who informed him that he had "only cold!" "Only cold," repeated the doctor. "What would ye have - the plague!" Rheumatism and la grippe are easily extinguishable at the start. Why then allow them to get up full head of steam? Put on the brakes with the Bitters. The genial warmth which this superb medicine diffuses through the system, the impetus it gives to the circulation of the blood, it's soothing and strengthening effect upon the nervous, specially recommend it to the enfeebled and sick. 'Tis the great specific for ma- laria.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

This section was visited by splendid rain on Monday afternoon. During the early part of Monday night, the rain be- gan again and continued almost inces- sanity during the entire night. It was not such down pour as is usual, but a slow, steady fall, allowing ample time for the parehed earth to drink it all up. South of St Johns there must have been a much heavier fall, as there was quite a rise come down the river. East of here they have had several good rains. All the water tanks have been filled, heretofore been inaccessible on account of the scarcity of water.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

An exchange says: There was dea- con in a certain church, into whose pew on Sunday drunken man staggered and sat down. The preacher was discoursing about the present popular vices.
 Where" he exclaimed, "Where is the drunkard ?' The drunken man was just far enough gone to think the call personal, so rising, he replied: ''Here am," remaining standing while the drunkard's character and fate were elo- quently portrayed. A few moments later the preacher reached another head of his discourse and asked: "Where is the hypocrite?" ?" Gently nudging his neighbor, the drunkard said in an audi ble whisper: "Stand up, deacon, and take it like man, just as did! It will do you good.'
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28
The World Enriched.

The facilities of the present day for the production of everything that will con- duce to the material welfare and comfort of mankind are almost unlimited and when Syrup of Figs was first produced the world was enriched with the only perfect laxative known, as it is the only remedy which is truly pleasing and re- freshing to the taste and prompt and efectual to cleanse the system gently in the Spring time or, in fact, at any time and the better it is known the more pop ular it becomes.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

Judge Mcdonald, Walter G. Scott and Isaac Earth started, on Saturday last, for the headwaters of Black river in the White Mountains, on trout-catching expedition, expecting to be gone five or six days and to catch fish enough to sat isfy party of twice the number. They were to be joined at Springervllle by Luther Martin, Esq, and Judge Rudd, both of whom are old-timers, and as a natural consequence, valuable acquisi- tions to a party seeking sport in the mountain wilds, We have been prom ised all the trout we can possibly eat for week on their return. Hope we may not be disappointed.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28
Dead Sea Fruits.

They slay multitudes when they are the product of neglect of incipient dis ease. A Slight" cold, fit of indiges- tion, biliousness or constipation each or any of these "minor ailments" advance in many cases with t1eague-destroying strides" Give them swift, early de- feat with Hostetter's Stomach Bitters
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28
FREE TO THE AFFLICTED.

All who are suffering from the effects of Youthful Errors, Loss of Manhood, Failing Powers, Gonorrhoea. Gleet, Structure. Syphilis and many troubles which are the effects of these terrible disorders will receive, FREE OF CHARGE, full directions how to treat and cure themselves at home by writing to the California Medical and Surgical Infirm- ary, 10299 Market street, San Francisco California. fell 1y
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

Hon. A. F. Banta had a eongestive chill which pulled him down physically so much that he can scarcely get about. This is the third attack he has had, and we hope it will be the last, as it is doubt ful if he could stand another.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

Ernest Tee, Judge Pratt and Sam Car son spent three or four days, on one oi the many trouting streams in the White Mountains, and say they had a splendid time. All the fish they could possibly get away with, and would only go out every other day.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

We call attention to the card of Dr. S.. M. Craig, to be found in another column. The Doctor has made up his mind to To- cate permanently in St Johns, and any and all who are in need of medical at tention can safely trust themselves in his hands.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

Don Tomas Perez, we are glad to an- nounce, is once more able to be out on the streets, though still very feeble. Un- less he does something to remove the cause of his illness, we fear it will prove fatal in a short time.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

Charley Thompson started out Mon- day afternoon, to play cowboy for few days. Sleeping out in such weather as prevailed last Monday night, is any thing but pleasant. Such, however, is the life of cowboy, and they appear to enjoy if.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

Grasshoppers have not only destroyed the second crop of alfalfa, but have ruined the fruit crop in the vicinity of St. Johns.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28
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The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

Don Luis Chaves is making quite an improvement to his town residence, by the addition of another story, the whole to be put under a shingle roof.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28
LAND NOTICES.
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION,

LAND OFFICE AT PRESCOTT, Arg.
 C June 22, 1892. Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim, and that said proof will be made before the Pro- bate Judge of Apache county. at St. Johns Arizona Territory, on Saturday, Aug. 9th, 1892. viz: Pedro Maria Badilla, Homestead Applica- ton No. 545 for the northwest A of the suut h. west H and west 12 of northwest Ii and north east A of northwest 4 Section B. Township 13 north Ran ge 28 East
 He names the following witnesses to prove his said land, viz: N Alfred Ruiz, Carlos Noyer, Tomas Perez, Ale landro Peralta, all of St, Johns, Apache Couu- ty, Arizona.
 J, c. MARTIN, r; Register,
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28
First publication July 2I, 1862
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.

LAND OFFICE AT PRESCOTT. ARIz.
 July Hth, 1892 Notice is hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make ii nal proof in support of his claim and that said proof will be made before the Probate Judge of Apache County at St. Johns, Arizona. on Saturday, August 27th, 1892, viz: Pehr Brick Bjorkman, Declaratory Statement No ISeO for the east 13 of northe ast 14 of Section 34 Town ship 13 North, Range 2S east
 He names the following witnesses to prove his continuous residence upon, and cultivation of. said land, viz:
 William Stradling, Joseph Strailing, Alexan- der Shreves, Marcus H. Peterson all of St Johns, Apache county, Arizona Territory.
 J. c. MARTIN,
 Register. First publication July 21, 1892.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28
There is Great Excitement

Among Rheumatic sufferers over the new remedy that is being put up in New
 York City. It is claimed there has never
 been case where it has failed to cure. It is called Dr. Drummond's Lightning Remedy for Rheumatism and is sold for s bottle. The remedy is certainly making for itselfa world wide reputation as the country is full of Rheumatism. The manufacturers sell 1t on an absolute guarantee, and offer to refund the money in any case where it does not work perfect cure. Sent by express prepaid on receipt of price. Drummond Medi- cine Co.,, 48-50 Maiden Lane, New York. Agents wanted.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

Henry Hart resigned his position as range foreman for the G-bar outfit and will devote his time and attention to looking after his own cattle.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

Two or three more rains, such as fell on Monday and Monday night, will in- sure good fall and winter feed.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

Don Alejandro Peralta's infant daugh- ter, has been quite sick, but at the pres ent writing is much improved.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28
First publication June 30, 1892
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
 LAND OFFICE AT PRETCoTT, ARIZONA,

July 2, 1892, sNotiee is. hereby given that the following named settler has filed notice of his intention to make final proof in support of his claim, and that said proof will be made before the Clerk of the District Court, at St Johns, Apache Conn ty, Arizona Territory on Saturday, Aug. 10th. 1892, viz: SylvestIe Padilla, Homestead AppIi- cation No, 377, for the southwest 4 of Section P Township 10 north Range 25 east, He names the following witnesses to prove.his continuous residence upon and cultivation of said land viz:
 Jose Padilla, Casimiro Padilla, Bias Estrada Aniseto Abeita all of Mineral, Apache county Arizona Territory.
 J. c. MARTIN
 Register,
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

The streets are muddy for the first time in about twelve months.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28
First qualification July If, 1892
NOTICE OF CONTEST.
 LAND OFFICE AT PRESCOTT, ARIz.

LAND OfFACE AT PRESCOTT, ARIZ.
 July Il, 1892. Complaint havi g been entered at this office by Mortar o. Jepson against Joseph Thayne of Alpine, Arizona, for abandoning his Homestead Entry No. 506 dated April g. 1888, upon the south half of the northwest quarter and northwest quarter of the northwest quarter and northwest of the southwest quarter of Section 12 Town ship North, Range 50 east, in Apache county, Arizona, with view to the cancellation of said entry; the said parties are hereby summoned to appear at the office of the Probate Jndge of Apache county, at St. Johns, Arizona. on Sat urday, August 27th. 1892, at 10 o'clock a. m,, to respond and furnish testimony concerning said alleged abandonment.
 J. c. MARTIN,
 Register.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28
LOCALNEWS.

Lojinio Mora is in town from his sheep camp.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28

St. Eohne, Thure1ay July 28.
The St. Johns herald., 1892-07-28
OFFICE.

sERAFTN APoDACA, F. NJ. ofhce hours: Open from A. NJ. until P. If. On Sundays ffrom to P. N. Mail closes going east at II A. Ms