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Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-05-03
TWO BAD MISHAPS.
John r. Eberhart Falls With a
Defective Scaffold.
sUsTAINs VERY GRAVE INJURIES.
His Spine Affected, Though the Result
Cannot Yet be TOld-Fearful and Pitiful
Fate of Brakeman In the II 4. & r.
Yards-A Coupling Link Driven Into His
Groin.


John X. Eberhart, residing at
Seventh avenue and Twenty-fourth
street, met with Il distressing acct
dent while at work on scaffold at
the new residence of Prof. Bishop on
Twentieth street at 4:30 o'clock YES
terday afternoon. Mr.. Eberhart.
who is a carpenter, and Gus Swan
son, helper, had just finished work
on the scaffold and were preparing
to descend when the structure gave
way and the former fell to the ground
below. distance of n feet, striking
on some rocks and sustaining in
iuries from which he may not re-
cover, The unfortunate man was
picked up and carried into the house
where he was tenderly cared for and
afterward conveyed to his home. He
was attended by DR.. Assay and after
ward by Drs. Bradford. Plummer and
Craig. Upon examination his spine
was found to he njured, causing
partial paralysis. Everything that
medical skill and science could pro-
vide was done and it is hoped that he
will now get along all right. Mr..
Eberhart, though 81 years of age, is
| of rugged constitution which is
| greatly in his favor. Gus Swanson.
the helper managed to save himseli
| by getting hold OF the caves when
| the scaffold fell.
4 Brakeman Seriously Injured
Thomas Costigan, Il brakeman in
the Il. |. Il +. yards, and residing al
$40 Case street. Davenport. met with
a frightfully painful accident at :
! O'Clock this morning. He was en-
! gagged in making una train of transient
ears and had just stepped in between
two cars to make coupling when :
| numb Der of cars were kicked down bN
, the switch engine into the train he
! was working on. with such force that
the link he was holding in the act OF
coupling was driven into the groin
| decorating the flesh fearfully. laying
bare the nerves and muscles. com
| pletely paralyzing the leg ant
femoral artery. The man sui
fered the most eXcrutiating
! pain Imaginable. He was taken tC
| the waterworks and DR.. Plummel
| called. The surgeon, after making Z
| hurried examination. summoned the
| patrol wagon and had the man taken
| to his home at Davenport. DIR. Plum
mer accompanying him. The injury
! Is regarded a. OF the most seriou,
! nature. especially as it affects the
! femoral artery. which Is likely tC
| cause hemorrhage and fatal results
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-05-03
Civil service.

The assurance of the Union in eN-
pectinr such results. is on a par with
the conclusion it has accepted that
there has been anything to indicate
that Mr. Medill proposed to follow
in The footsteps Of his predecessor.
The new mayor was elected on 4
platform of direct opposition to Nc
Conochie politics in any form. and
for him to adopt such methods as
characterized the McConochie way
of shaping his administration two
wears ago. would be not only dis
regard for the principles upon which
his, candidacy was based, but would
be very apt to be suicidal as we'll.
The McConochie idea of civil service
which closed his eyes to the short
comings of one policeman on one
hand because he was backed by the
Influence" and at another time led
him to disregard the fitness OF other
offices and attempt to remove such
men from office as Supt. Murrin OF
the waterworks is beautiful idea of
civil service. isn't it? \ credita bic
record to hold up for the example of
new mayor and expect him to en-
ulate
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
BAGGED A BURGLAR.
But the Burglar Shot the Young Texan,
Too, aud Both VIII DIE

RAW EMMA, O., July 29.-Pierce Converse
of San Antonio, Tex, visiting at the home
of n. Converse, a wealthy merchant here,
shot man who gives his name as Frank
Edwards of Philadelphia Just before day
light The burglar returned the shot
doubly, two balls taking effect The
knight of the jimmy received terrible
wound in the abdomen, but escaped with
the lads clothes, only to fall on a neigh.
boris porch, moaning in agony.
He was taken to the sheriff's Office and
later removed to cell in the county Jail.
The young Texan was seen by reporter
before the doctors arrived. He is still full
of grit. but in terrible shape. The man at
the Jail breathes heavily, and there is no
possible chance for his recovery. 1t is
thought both will die.
Pierce Converse was accompanied here
by his grandmother. Mrs. \. c. Allen, a
noted lady of Houston, who has plenty OF
money. He had a presentiment of plot
to rob her, and slept on a cot at the door OF
her room. 1t is thought Edwards followed
them from Texas, The burglar said as he
lay on an iron cot unattended and alone;
Il am sorry for the boy and hope he will
recover. It's hard for me to breathe, and
won't last long"
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
POLICE COURT.
A Fine OF 500 and Costs Imposed Fo
Aggravated Assault.

A Fine OF 500 and Costs Imposed For
Aggravated Assault.
A man and woman on Union street
engaged in a wordy war Thursday which
ended in the man fleeing from the wom-
an, who was pelting him with stones.
Judgment was suspended in the man
case and the woman was fined 81 and
costs in the police court to-day.
Last Tuesday night as John Connors, a
middle aged man, was walking along
Meadow street, he met with Joe Beau
lac, John Bergin and several others.
Connors was stopped and Beaulac pro-
posed to fight him. He objected, but
Beaulac insisted and struck at Connors
who defended himself so well that
Beaulac was forced to quit. Bergen
then took hand and knocking Connors
down he pummeled and kicked him al
most into insensibility. Connors drew a
knife to defend himself, but was too
weak to open the blade. a warrant was
swore out for Bergin and this morning
the above story was told by Connors.
Bergin said he merely defended himself
from Connors' knife. Judge Rot fined
him 500 and costs.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
LITTLE BITS OF NEWS.

The Camden IN. j. police have arrested
the negro who shot and instantly killed
Mrs. Lizzie Copeland
The officials indicted for the Ford's thea
ter disaster were arraigned in Washington
and pleaded not guilty.
Four persons in New York attempted sui
eide Friday and two were successful
The gold reserve is over S97. OOO, 900, and
is expected soon to reach the e10O OOO, OOC
mark.
The city Of Fall River cannot get money
enough, owing TO the financial pinch, to
complete its waterworks.
The great strike of the English coal min
ers was inaugurated, something like $50, OOC
men being affected.
The 500 machinists of the WESTINGHOUSE
Airbrake company of Wilmerding, Pa,
have been notified of a reduction in wages
of from Is to 70 per cent.
The execution of the nine Choctaw muir,
derers will take place Aug. 4, Judge Hob
son having denied the motion for a new
trial.
lone hichwayman robbed the Calumet
lilsl railway office of $1,000 and escaped
John Hicks, late minister plenipoten
tiary and envoy extraordinary from the
United States to Peru, has returned.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
NePoTIsM NOT ALLOWED.
Heads of Departments Must Have n
Relatives in Their Employ.

Relatives In Thetr Employ.
A recent order issued by the Consoli-
dated road, which goes into effect ues-
day next, has created considerable con.
sternatIon among the subordinate Off
cials and employees, and, although issued
several days ago, it has been the cause
of a great deal of comment in railroad
circles ever since.
The order in effect, which by the way
Is addressed to all the heads of depart
ments. and in fact to any of the bosses
having men working under them, states
explicitly that they are to carry none of
their relatives on the payrolls of their
respective departments hereafter, and
intimates that nepotism on the line is at
an end.
This order is in keeping with the
policy pursued by the Consolidated on
all its divisions throughout the state
and the result has justified the means.
While the order may work hardshIps in
some instances, and many faithful Off
cials will have to walk the plank, still
the hard working employees of the road
who have cen jumped time and again
by the relatives of those in power, hail
the new order with the greatest satisfac
ton.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

DANBURY, July 29.-After a drive OF
10 miles through Fairfield county yester
day Deputy Sheriff Scolin succeeded in
tracing a stolen horse, getting possession
Of the animal and returning it to its
owner. Tuesday night horse owned
by Peter Behn, of Dodgingtown disap
peared. The sheriff was notified Wednes
day and started to recover the animal
and If possible to capture the thief. He
found the horse in a piece of woods neal
Monroe yesterday in an exhausted con
dition. The thief was no where to be
found, but the sheriff is running down
an important clue.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
MURDER IN THE COURT.
During "a Divorce Trial There Was Shoot
ing and Cutting.

RUsSELLvILLE, Ala, July 29.-There was
a tragedy in the criminal court here.
During the trial of divorce case n diff,
Guilty arose bet ween John Lyon and Line
and Clark Richardson, two brothers, which
resulted in Lyon shooting Line Richard
son in the left shoulder and Clark Rich.
ardson cutting LiSons throat from ear t.
ear. Richardson may recover. but I.igon
IS dead Lyon married Mrs. Richardson
the mother OF Line and Clark. He WAS SC
disagreeable that she was forced to leave
him some months ago.
She sued for a divorce, and during thu
trial here Lyon made some slanderous re
marks about her. Line Richardson gave
him the lie. Ligon called young Richard
son vile name. drew his pistol and fired
and was in the act OF shooting again. when
Clark Richardson rushed to the rescue and
cut his throat from one ear to the other
his knife thus saving his brothers life
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
SIAM MUST YIELD ALL.
7 he Blockade In Force and No
Interference Yet.
ENGLAND ANXIOUS BUT PASSIVE

\ Speedy Settlement Looked For and No
Bloodshed Expected-ActIvity About the
Foreign ONCE In London-France Re-
1IeVed at the Inactivity of Other Nations.
BANGKOK, July 29.-The Siamese gov
eminent continues making every effort to
maintain peace with France. and is en-
Outraged by the events of the last "a hours
to believe that an understanding will be
reached shortly. The French flag has been
hoisted at koh-si- Chang.
LONDON, July 29.-The London CORE
spondent of The Times telegraphs:
The prompt enforcement of the blockade
which virtually damages only Great Brit
ain, has seemingly convinced the Siamese
that the assumed friendly attempt at in
PREVENTION by Great Britain in Paris has
not availed to modify the hard conditions
Of the ultimatum. Siam therefore will
probably concede Immediately the last
difference remaining between her and
France by accepting the ultimatum pure
and simple. Siam has not received the
slightest official support from Great Brit
ain throughout the difficulty.
The Times correspondent in Singapore
teltSraphS: The blockade OF the Siamese
coast has reduced to idleness the numerous
steamers of the Straits settlements The
piece goods trade is dormant and rice is
rising"
All special correspondents of London
dailies agree that the outlook is more
peaceful. Paris correspondents predict a
speedy settlement of the dispute
The Chinese and English Consult.
The Central News makes this statement:
There is somewhat serious anxiety in po-
htical and government circles anent STA
meSe affairs. MIR. Gladstone therefore has
Cancelled his intended visit to Stuart Rem
del. Nj. p, at Hatchlands place. near Guild
ford. Lord RuSebery is closely engaged in
the foreign Office morning and night. Last
evening he was in consultation with Sir
II. Mccartney. SECRETARY of the Chinese
legation in London. Official kilograms
are exchanged constantly. and special mes
senGrrs are travelling uuinterruptedly be
tween Paris and London"
General Roberts, recently commander in
chief OF the army in India. received the
freedom OF Glasgow yesterday afternoon
and intended to make tour thence
through the Highlands. Now, in response
to a special request, he is returning to Lon
don. The Central News suggests that he
has been called back to confer with Lord
Rosebery as to the Siamese affair.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
China Grabs n Slice.

BERLIN, July 29.-The London CORE
spondent of the kOelnische Zeitung tele-
graphs: China has reserved rights of
sovereignty over thesprincipality of Chieng-
Hong, extending southwark to the twenty
first parallel and consisting of four dis
tricts to the right Of the MekonG and eight
to the left. Without Great Britain's knowl-
edge China sent troops TO this region
months ago. These troops would. if neces-
sary. cooperate with the Black Flags Chi
ma induced Great Britain to cede O her the
claims accruinE TO her in this region from
the conquest of Burmah."
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
The Campania Failed.

NLw YORK. July 29,-The result of the
CampanlA effort to wrcst the Champ ion-
ship from the fleet American liner Paris
was made known when the CunarCer made
her appearance off Fire island. To have
eQualrd the record of days, II hours and
~ minutes, which was established by the
Paris. il was necessary for the Campania to
have been abeam OF the Sandy Hook light
ship. a point nearly 40 miles distant from
the Fire island signal station. at 1859
o'clock. She passed the lightship at Has
and thereby failed to equal the time of the
Paris by 20 minutes.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
How to Act In Cases of Poisoning.

After poison of any kind has been tax
en- give an emetic at once, SO as to pro-
duce vomiting. A dessertspoonful Of
ground mustard in a cup Of warm wa
ter, part of it TO be taken at once, fol-
lowed by clear warm water, until free
vomiting is started. A good way to pro-
woke the vomiting is to tickle the back
of the throat with a feather. In all
cases send for a physician without loss
of time.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

MYSTIC, July 29.-Henry Chilts, the
foreman of the workmen employed on
the Spicer library building, was found
lying in pool of blood near Main street
about midnight last night. He was
taken to his boarding house and physi.
clan summoned. After an hours work
Chilts was restored to consciousness.
He SAID he had been attacked by three
unknown men who gave him terrible
beating. His injuries are serious but he
will recover,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

MYSTIC. July 29.-This morning it
was discovered that during the night
the new Spicer library building had
been entered and tools valued at 500
stolen. The tools belonged to work
men employed on the building. En-
trance was effected by forcing open the
temporary front door. There is no clue
tn the BURGLARS
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
BeIxians WIN TRY RaIpmakinr.

BRUSSELS, July 2e.-The Independence
Beige says that in view of the disastrous
effects OF the recent drought, the Belgian
government is making preparations on a
large scale for experiments in producing
rainfall by artificial means
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

MYSTIC, July 29.-Last night the
shrieking whistle of the Allyn Spool &
Printing Co startled the citizens and a
crowd rushed to the works. They
found that the night Waterman, John
Collier, had been taken suddenly sick
and had attracted attention that way.
This makes the second time he has been
found ill at the factory.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

PARIS July - The Temps comments
favurably on Lord RoSebery's declaration
in the house of lords on Thursday as to
Great Britain's attitude toward Siam. His
uttcranCcs are interpreted as indicating a
.ltr~h policy of nonintervention. The
.~uir expressed fear that NJ. Develle was
abandoning his former attitude toward
Siam and was yielding to pressure from
London
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
The old w.llcs Tavern Burned.

HARTFORD. July 29.-The old Welles
tavern on the Albany turnpike. about four
miles from this city, was burned to the
ground. There were is persons asleep in
the house when the fire broke out who es-
capped with difficulty, losing their effects.
The house was about 100 years old.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

MADRID, July 29.-The condition of at
fairs in FL Pindo district, in the province
of Corunna, where number of cases of sus-
picious sickness were reported yesterday.
is serious. 1t has TRANSFERRED that 40 per
sons have been attacked with a choleraic
disease within the past few days OF the
persons attacked, 10 have died
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

BRISTOL, July Cdr Harvey a. Way,
a well known physician. died at his resi-
dence on North Main street early this
morning, aged e.. He had not been in
active practice for two years owing to
heart and nerve troubles which finally
Csused his death.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

MIDpLETowN, July 90 Henry NJ.
Durham, who fell from hay NOW in
his barn in Easthampton last Sunday
and broke his back, died yesterday
afternoon. He commenced to mortify
Thursday and death relieved him yes
terday. He was 20 years of age and a
wealthy and prominent farmer. He
leaves a family.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
Died At,ernrhrec Months. slcep,

CHADRoN, Neb., July 29.-Louis Irig
died near Whitney, Neb., after sleeping
three months, lrig was exposed in a snow
storm in April, and after retiring never
awoke from his slumbers but twice, once
for about an hour and the last time for
only 10 minutes.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
Enrlish Naval NIaneurcr..

LONDON, July 29,-The annual mRneuv-
ers between the red and blue squadrons be-
gan with the declaration of war The OBJ
jects of the maneuvers are on the one side,
to obtain command of the Irish sea, on the
other side, to prevent this.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
Convict Tried to Murder overseers.

PITTsBURG. July 29.-William I.ancas-
ter, a negro convict in the Western peniten-
tiary, made a desperate attempt to murder
John McVeigh and Albert Reese, overseers
in the mat department. He cut McVeigh's
throat. but the wound is not deep enough
IN Iva fatal
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

KANSAS CITY. July 29.-Chief of Police
Speers has discovered law in the statutes
forbidding railway companies to bring
paupers into the state. In view of the
threatened invasion OF unemployed and
destitute men from Colorado he has de-
cided to enforce the law.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

Mix an ounce of lemon juice, a quar-
ter of dram of powdered borax and
half a dram of sugar. Let them stand q
few days in a glass bottle and rub occa-
sionally on the face and hands.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

EDANvILLE, Ky, July cat Cecilian
park Flying Jim. a 2year-old by Happy
Day, paced an exhibition half-mile in the
remarkable time of 1:041t, 200 gait. This
is the fastest public trial ever made by a
. year-old in harness.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
LITTLE Girl Burned to peath.

WHEELING, July 20. - While playing
about a fire in the woods near Bridgeport,
O., Lizzie, the 10-year-old daughter of
Charles Vankearew, proprietor of the Hotel
Vankearew of this city, was burned to
death
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
AColorndo CIoudburst.

PUEBLO, Colo, July 29.-Meager news
from the country Is miles northwest of
town tells of cloudburst which fell there.
1t was 100 yards wide and about go feet in
height. Scores of ranch houses, barns,
fences and hundreds of cattle were washed
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

LoCKPoRT, n. y, July 29.-The plant
of the Union Insulated Fibre Co was
destroyed by fire early this morning.
Loss 800, 600. The Waterman persisted
in the flames.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
An Ex-sherinIn Jail.

WHEELING, July 29.-Ex-Sheriff Curtis
Of Brooke county was brought here and
lodged in Jail Investigation shows the
amount OF Curtis shortage in state and
county funds to be over $4O, 600
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
SELLING OFF
OUR ENTIRE STOCK
BELOW COST!

Owing TO the continued failing of
health, 1 am obliged to sacrifice at
a loss and leave for a better eli
mate. Remember, this is no hum
bug, as everything will be sold be-
low the actual cost. Note some of
the barrains
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
BROOKLYN Briefs.

The Brooklyn Star base ball team
wants to play any nine in the city under
fifteen years.
Miss Maggie Mitchell, of 92l Bank
street, went to Savin Rock to-day for
two weeks vacation.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

goes to the bottom of the whole subject,
presents a whole battery Of reasons why
our stock of Silverware should and docs
excite the unstiutcd admiration of every
one in this section. Good taste is becoming
universal now days Everybody a1mires
the beautiful, and our stock is tout en-
semble of the most elegant and beautiful
productions of the line in Hair Fins Our
display is making a stir in Waterbury
where everyone knows We are always
moving along like - river, rejecting
fashions successive changes Can any
thing be more timely than our stock of
watches In this line we are Offering
Waltham's for SIP. Our clock department
Is just as extensive. We have an elegant
line of solid silver, which We are anxious
to close out at low prices
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
Mr.. MeNaurhton serIou.1v m.

CHICAGO. July -. - Ex-State Senator
Donald McNaughton of Rochester, execu-
tive officer for New York state at the
Worlds fair. is seriously i'll.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

ST LOUIS, July 29.-The advance guard
of the Colorado miners who are tramping
eastward have entered, and every railroad
track leading toward the Mississippi river
is black with humanity. The trainmen
have given up all attempts to keep them
off the trains, and are now permitting
them to ride unmolested.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
Russia Project. Her Seals

ST. PETERSBURG. July Gan imperial
ukase issued forbids the killing or cap
turing of fur seals on Russian lands with
out special permission from the govern
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

PITTsRURG, July 29.-The Bessemer steel
department OF Jones & I.aughlin's brown
stone mill closed. and 500 men are idle In
consequence.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

LISBON, July 2a.-The Portuguese gov
eminent has declared Naples and all ports
Of Senegal to be infected with cholera
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
Legal Hanging In Georgia.

ATLANTA. July 29-Jim Courtney was
hung at WayCross, Ga, for killing his
roommate. Jake Smith, last April over a
game of cards.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29

We the undersigned wish to return our
sincere and heartfelt thanks to our
friends and neighbors. who SO kindly as
sisted us during our late bereavement
JAMES F. MoRRIs,
MICHAEL REDDINu AND FAMILY.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-07-29
NOTICE.

\ OTlCE IS hereby given. that the Waterbury
~ Traction Company has submitted 10 the
undersigned plan for the construction Of a
railway track in certain portions vi the highway
At Platt's Mills 50 called and for the change Of
lis motive power upon that portion of its nail
ways now constructed, from the Southerly line
" the city Of Waterbury. on the road leading Ia
NauEatuCk, 50 far a. its tracks now extend. As
well a. upon that portion to be constructed nu
the highway AT Piatt's Mills. So called and that
all persons inter- stCi therein are hereby notified
to appear before the UUdCrS snCd at the District
Court, now in sad Waterbury. on the 1t day uf
AUGUST, 1878, at no O'Clock. pm, t. re heard
with reference thereto.
+. w. HI\NEN
GEO. A. BuUGHTON. , Selc,tmcu
JOHN MCELl'GOTT.
Waterbury, July -. 1923