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Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
DOCUMENTS OF COLUMBUS.
Personal Papers of the Great Explor-
or Now in WsShington-Under Guard
of Soldiers.

Personal Papers of the Great Explor-
or Now in washington-Under Guard
of Soldiers.
WAsHIyGToN, D. C, March 2s.-Mr.
VIM. E. Curtis, in charge Of the Span
ish-American exhibit at the Worlds
Fair, reached Washington this morning
from Norfolk, having in his custody the
Columbus papers, loaned by the Span
ish Government for exhibition at Chica-
go. They were brought to this country
on the United States steamer Newark,
which reached Norfolk Sunday after
noon. Mr.. Curtis was accompanied on
the trip from Norfolk to this city oy a
military guard, the obligation assumed
by the United States to the Spanish
Government requiring that the papers
should be constantly under the protec-
tion of the military or naval forces
OF the United States while In tran
sit. The papers have been
deposited temporarily in the vaults OF
the Safe Deposit Company in Washing
ton, where they will remain until next
Saturday, when Mr.. Curtis will start
with them for Chicago. They will be
transported hence in one Of the Penn
sylvania Railaoad Company's paymaster
cars, which contains safe. A detail
of soldiers will accompany the car to its
destination. The papers are about fifty
in number and comprise the original
documents relating to Columbus's voy-
ages of discovery, his reports TO Ferd-
inand and Isabella, and his will.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
FRANCIS NJ. BOWIE MURDERED.
A Maryland Millionaire Found Murdered
in the Bottom of a welI-Robbery the
Motive.

A Maryland Millionaire Found Murdered
in the Bottom of a weI-Robbery the
Motive.
New YORK, March 2s.-A dispatch
from Upper Marlboro says: Southern
Maryland is again wildly excited by the
murder of white man. On Saturday
Francis NJ. Bowie. a millionaire in low
er Prince Georges county, came to
Marlboro on business. On Sunday morn
ing his horse was found in the stable
yard with the saddle cloth clotted with
blood. Search was made, aud about
midway between here and The Forest,
Mr.. Bowie's residence, there was found
q pool OF blood in the road. There we're
signs Of a struggle and a track as II
body had been dragged toward group
OF abandoned cabins. The track led to
an old well, and at the bottom OF this
was found the body Of Mr.. Bowie. His
skull had been fractured by q blow
from club or slug-shot, and his throat
was cut. His gold watch and other
jewelry and large sum OF money was
missing. Late in the afternoon John
Wesley johnson, q colored man, was ar
rested on suspicion. He made a des-
perate effort to escape. He will say
nothing, but his clothing is spattered
with blood.
Francis NJ. Bowie was member OF
the noted Bowie family OF this State,
and was closely related 10 ex-Gov. Bowie
and Gen. Browie. he was a brother-in-
law of f. Snowden Hill, internal revenue
collector of Baltimore. Detectives from
Baltimore have been engaged TO run
down the murderers.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
The NEW AMALGAMATED SCALE
The Agitation Already Begun-Work on
the New List of Wages.

PIrTsBURG, PA, March 2S.-Al-
though the yeally convention OF the
Amalgamated Association Of Iron and
Steel Workers will not be held until
June next, yet the agitation concern
ing the scale of wages has already be-
gun. Under the rules OF the Anal
gamated Association, next Monday Will
be the last day on which the suggest
ions OF the sub-lodges can be forwarded
to the National Lodge. All the sug-
gestions concerning changes in wages
have been received and the Wage Com
mittee will meet and prepare scale OF
rates which will be presented to the
convention.
The only trouble expected the COM
ing summer is probable encounter
between the Amalgamated Association
and the pew Finishers' Union. The
Amalgamated officials are not very
much alarmed as they think the seceS-
sionists will fall into line before the 1st
Of July. 1t is considered quite certain
that the puddlers' wages will be re-
duced. The struggle made to keep the
rate at SIS. so last summer was hard
one, and since steel is rapidly supplant-
ing iron. it is thought that the Associa-
tion cannot afford to make another light
In behalf of the puddlers.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
DEATH ALLOYS NUPrIAL JOY.

The Tender Vows spoken Over the Body
Oithe Brides MOther-strangesto of We'd
dings.
BALTIMORE, MD, March 2s.-At the
the side OF the cOffined remains OF her
mother, and to comply as far as possi-
BILE with her unfulfled wishes, Miss
Matilda Van Ness LOuey was this al
ternOon married to LIEUT.. George Ar
thur Zenn. Corps of Engineers, U. ). A.
Miss Louey is one of the best known
ladies In society, her father being Col.
Henry d. Louey, OF the Veteran Corps
OF the Fifth Maryland Regiment,
which made such fine exhib-
it at the inauguration. Her en-
gagement to Lieutenant Zenn
was very gratifying TO her family, and
the wedding was 10 take place April 10.
Invitations had been engraved when
Mrs. Loney became IN, about two weeks
ago. Her condition rapidly became Sc
rious, aud her chief desire now was to
see her only daughter happily married
before she died. To this the doctor OBJ
iected, deeming it unadvisable to allow
his patient TO be excited by the perform
ance Of the ceremony.
Mrs. Louey sank rapidly, and on Sun
day died, being unable to fulfill her
wishes as she had expressed them.
Col. Louey concluded to do the best he
could, aud the bride and groom concur
ring, the wedding was performed to-day
in the presence of the dead, the bride
and groom standing so that their eyes
were looking on the uncovered face.
Rev. DR.. Eccleston, who performed
the marriage ceremony preceded the
bridal party and the coffin to the
church, where he also recited the pray
ers for the dead.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
PLAYED OUT POLITICIANS

win Not be Allowed TO Govern the APP
pointment of Fourth Class POST
masters.
WAsHINGTON, d. c., March 2s.-
Fourth Assistant Postmaster General
Maxwell indicated the line Of policy
which will govern him in the sd dlection
about $4,000 fourth class post hasters
this year.
''In the first place, said he, 1 don't
propose 70 permit unsucceSS hl poll
ticiars TO dictate appointments. Ex-
Congressmen and men who's ran for
Congress and were defeated Twill not
control appointments under 'me. In
States where there is not Democratic
Senator and the districts Ire rep
resented by Republicans in Congress,
the State, district or county Democratic
committees will be asked fO make
recommendation for pOStmaS ers. We
want TO deal with live Democf fats, men
of influence, not worn out politicians.
"Men and women who held post
Offices four years ago will lnot be ap-
pointed II nsw blood can be fbund. The
no e1-rule' will apply ia the selection
Of fourth-class postmasters. OF course,
IN we cannot get DemOcraEs who have
not held the Offices 10 accept them we
will relnstate the old pOSsqh hsSters rather
than permit the Republicans 20 hold
the Offices. We are now READY for busi-
ness, and changes will e made as rap
idly as possible. IL is &he intention TO
reorganize the service and put in as
many new pOStmast as possible.
There Is no tenure to lese Offices. and
changes can be made any time"
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
TIE HOME RULE PRoBLEm.
Mr.. Gladstone Discusses the situation
WI n Irish Delegations

LONDON, March 2s.-Mr. Gladstone
was visited to-day by delegations from
the Belfast Chamber OF Commerce. tho
Belfast Harbor Commissioners. and the
Ulster Linen Merchants Association
who addressed the Premier ia depreca-
tion Of the proposition 10 establish .
separate legislature 10 Ireland, and rep
resented that Irish interests would be
greatly injured there by and that reli-
glous and racial differences would make
successful home rule impossible.
Mr. Gladstone In reply discounted
the Importance Of the fall In the
Irsh securities which he said doubtless
arose from the fact that the majority
OF the property owning class and
in Ireland were opposed 20 homo
rule. Mr.. Gladstone disputed the alleg-
alton that historical Jealousy existed
between the members Of different re-
ligions in Ireland, and be denied thai
rasciAl division would prevent unity
10 one local government. Mr.. Glad
stone referred 70 the Dominion OK
Canada for an instance OF the existence
OF racial divisions infinitely sharper
than in Ireland. There. too, there
had been similar gloomy prophesles
when a united autonomous system OF
government was proposed; but Canada
nevertheless was coutented and pros
porous. As TO the charge capital
would be driven from Ireland by home
rule Mr.. Gladstone said that 80 far
from there being a chronic stint OF
money in Ireland when home rule
.-.~..rS D.. os..bffshad thora UOuld. h0
believed, be plethora Of money be-
cause OF the expenses Of the govern
ment were enormously extrayagant.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
CHEF ARTHUR ON TRIAL.
The Evidence All In and the Decision
Reserved-Chief Arthur's Evidence.

Reserved-Chief ArthUr's Evidence.
TOLEDO, o., March 2S.-On the open
Ing Of court this morning Judge Kicks
stated that inasmuch as the case OF the
Lake Shore engineers and the inJunc-
tion suit of the Ann Arbor were OF
similar nature, and both cases being OF
unusual importance and widespread In
terest, Judge Taft and himself would
render their decisions together not
later than Monday next.
Grand Chief Arthur was placed on
the stand this morning. His answers
were short, sharp and firm.
"When did you hear about the order
Of court bearing on this case?"
81 have no knowledge OF such order. )"
"Did you read the newspapers"
81 read portion Of the daily papers
every day?"
Didn't you read Of the order?"
Mr.. Smith then handed Mr.. Arthur
COPY OF the order restraining other
roads from refusing Ann Arbor freight.
Now you say that you never saw that
order before?"
"Never. | might have heard OF 1t
but 1t was never brought to my notice."
"Are these the kilograms you sen.
out referring to the striker" handing
him package.
"All the notices sent out to the chair
man OF the various committees, notify
ing them that there was strike on the
Ann Arbor road were sent out by me.
The kilograms were placed on file and
one was read as follows: All honorable
means having failed to effect settle
ment on the Ann Arbor, see that the
rules of the Brotherhood be enforced
and notify General Managers
'What did that mean, Mr.. Arthur"
"Merely that there was strike on"
"Why did you say that the rules OF
the Brotherhood should be enforced
and general managers notified? Did it
not mean that Ann Arbor freight would
be boycotted?"
'sIt meant just what it said"
"Did you know that that would be
the result?"
Certainly not; that was a matter en-
tirely in the hands Of the men,"
'Can you order a striker"
"No, sir; not without consent OF the
general committee.
The attorney for the railways tried to
make Mr.. Arthur testify TO the strength
of the Brotherhood on certain roads,
but he evidently knew nothing about
the matter.
"What do you allow men during a
strike?" -.
1.-The law gives them three months
pay, but in some cases the Brotherhood
has generously paid them for two
years"
care the men obliged to obey and
issued by you?"
Certainly not; merely give them
my advice. They do as they please
about taking it."
This boycott rule goes into effect
when legal strike is declared on any
road?"
"If the men observe it,"
Mr.. Arthur then left the stand, hav-
ing talked a good deal and said very lit
tie. Attorney Smith then opened the
argument on behalf OF the Ann Arbor
Company.
This afternoon, in the case OF Chief
Arthur, arguments were made By +. w.
Tolerton for the railroad company and
by Hon. Frank Hurd. The court then
announced that the opinions In both
cases would be delivered by Judge Kicks
on Monday, April Sd. An adjournment
was taken TO date.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
Claims Economite Money

PIrTsBURG, PA, March 2S.-Christian
Schwartz, an old farmer from Charleston,
w. Va. where he has lived for fifty years,
has arrived in this city to begin legal
fight for part of the Economic wealth.
he is former member of the society and
has papers which he claims show his right
TO large share Of the possessions
of the society. He is about
seventy years of age. Schwartz says
he was personal friend Of Father Henrici,
and is bitterly opposed 10 Duss His faith
er, Henry Schwartz, and his mother joined
the society shortly after its organization,
and were practically original members.
Christian was the youngest Of four chill
dren, was educated at Economy, but left 10
seek his fortune at the age Of -. His
fathers wealth aud that Of the Feichts
gave the society its successful start The
reason for pushing a claim now is that ian
intruder has charge OF affairs.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
General E. KIrby smith Dead.

NASHVILLE, Tenn, March 2S.-A special
from Sewanee. Tenn, 10 the American
says:
General Z. Kirby Smith. Professor of
Mathematics in the University OF the
Sauth since 1875. died here this afternoon
at twenty-five minutes past three o'clock.
For two years his health has been declin-
ing
Gen. Kirby Smith was born In st. Au-
gustine, Fla, May l6. 1924, and was there
fore in the Goth year of his age. With him
closes the list of the fun Generals on both
sides during the late war, his commission
as full General in the Confederate service
having been issued February 10, 1864. He
came from an illustrious family Of soldiers
that has participated with distinction in
every war waged in this country since the
old French war. Funeral services will be
held Friday
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
WHEELING. ". VA WEDNESDAY MORNING, MARCH 20 1898

nifed scramble for Office is disgraceful.
Come on, boys; we'll nave TO give it up
for today, but well try again to-mor-
row." and he and his retainers fled out.
Among the Presidents callers this
morning was Mr.. John Scott Harrison,
of Kansas City, a brother Of ex-Presi-
dent Harrison, but who is a staunch
Democrat. Mr.. Harrison is accused OF
ogling in very suggestive manner the
Surveyorship of Customs at Kansas
City, and he does not deny the soft i'm
peachment.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
New Trials Refused.
eigI TlIegram 10 ne RsgiIter.

EutCbII
COLUMBUS, o., March 2S.-The Supreme
Court of Ohio to-day refused new trial to
Frank Van Leer, the Columbus Grove
bank robber and murderer, and hxed July
as the dav of his execution. The court also
refused a new trial TO Patrick ]. Elliott.
who is COW serving a twenty year SEN
tence for killing A G. Osborn, news
paper reporter, while his brother is
serving life sentence for the same mur-
der. This ends so far as the Courts
are concerned the terrible street tragedy
Of newspaper men here. OF February 70,
1891.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
WAGENHALS' SARCASM.

He Publishes a Card in = Columbus Ev-
ening Paper Criticizing Governor Nc
Kinley.
spSeicg ISEsoraSs to TIE REGISTER.
COLUMBUS, O., March 2s.-Dr. F. S.
Wagenhals, the prominent Republican
of this city who recently preferred
charges against ex-Secretary of the
Treasury Chas. Foster with Gov, Nc
Kinley and asked that he remove
him from the Toledo asylum board,
published a card this morning explain
ing why he has not compelled the Gov
ernor to do so by mandamus pro-
ceeding. He embodies in his card a
statement from his attorney to the ef-
feet that there is no law by which the
Governor can be compelled to act under
the statute cited.
The doctor closes with this ironical
sentence:
"The people of Ohio will certainly
be gratified to learn that their Chief
Executive does. not possess the moral
courage to enforce the law"
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
Seven Years for Arson.
,nlninl YsLeornm b the Reotser.

NDtCIUt ItttDF uIIt 70 tItu 4IuV'ettfs
STEUBENvILLE, o., March 2S.-John
Rupp, of the firm of Rupp & Byrne, sa-
loonists, convicted last week of setting fire
to the August Floto building, on North
Fourth street, in which the saloon was
located, was this morning at $3.50 sentenced
bv Judge Mansfield to the penitentiary for
the term of seven years. A motion by the
defense for suspension Of sentence until
the Circuit Court could determine whether
or not a new trial should be had, was over
ruled by the Court, and Rupp will be takeh
to the Pententiary in day or two. In
the case of his partner, William Byrne,
tried two weeks ago, the Jury failed TO
agree, aud he will be retired at the May
term of Court.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
Charged with Horse Stealing.

SDscfal Tsls0rom 20 ths Register.
WESTON, w. VA, March 2S.-Charley
Horton. a noted character, some time ago
hired q horse from livery stable in Sut-
ton and started through the country. About
the time be reached Fairmont
he had traded the horse two
or three times for one he
called his own. He was finally located
and arrested last night by Sheriff Morgan,
OF Marion county, at Palatine, and taken
10 Sutton where be was turued over to the
proper authorities. This being the third
time heis charged with like offense, if con-
victed, he will have 10 serve life term, he
having served two terms in the Pen.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
Huntington Criminal matters.
Special Teis0ram 70 ths Rs0tstsr.

HUNTINGTON, w. VA, March 2S.-Upon
telegrams from Charleston received by Of
fcers here to-day two colored men
were arrested and held until
this evening when the authorities
from the Capitol put in an appearance
and identified one of them as Dick Saund-
ers. a villianous alooking fellow who has
been guilty of shooting several parties and
who is wanted there for crime committed
recently. He was taken to Charleston at
midnight, The other man was permitted
to 60.
Sheriff Jenkins leaves in the morning
for the penitentiary at Mouudsville with
big batch Of prisoners, among whom is the
notorious murderer John Rose, who killed
his mistress.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
FUNERAL OF ELLIOTT F. SHEPARD.
The Well known Editor Carried to His
Last Resting Place.

NEW YORK, March 2S.-The funeral
of the late Elliott +. Shepard took
place to-day from the Fifth Avenue
Presbyterian Church. Before the cort-
eye started for the church services were
held at the late residence of the de-
ceased. at which the Rev. DR.. John
Hall oficiated. Only the members Of
thief amily and the pail bearers were
present. The subsequent church SER
vices was conducted by the pa tor, the
Rev. DR.. John Hall. There was pro-
fusion OF floral offerings of more than
usual magnifcence surrounding the al
tar, directly in front of which the re-
mains rested or raised dals. The re-
mains were taken from the church to
the foot OF West Second street where a
boat was waiting to convey them to
Staten Island. where they were placed
in the Vanderbilt vault in the Mora
vian cemetery.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
Killed by an Insane Patient.
.sol stsl.,r,ya IN fbs ,,soist,-

WESTON, w. VA, March ga sad and
very unfortunate death occurred at the
Hospital for the Insane here shortly after
, O'Clock this afternoon. Mrs. Margaret
McCresry, an aged lady attendant in ward
L.. was kicked in the stomach by female
patent named Ellen Middleton, ad-
mitted from Taylor county, sus-
tanning injuries from the eff
feet of which she died very soon after
ward. Mrs. McCreary was attempting TO
adjust a straight jacket upon the patient
when the accident occurred. This is the
first instance in the history OF the institu-
tion in which an attendant ever suffered a
fatal injury.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
Endorsed for Commissioner of Pensions

ST. Paul. MINI, March 2S-In the
House to-day strong resolutions were unan-
imously adopted endorsing Judge Lochren,
Of Minneapolis, for Commissioner Of Pen
sious. all parties uniting in complimentary
speeches in favor Of his selection for that
position. Judge Lochren is a veteran, but
has not applied for this position, Presi-
dent Cleveland having considered his name
with much favor without there being any
formal application before him.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
MorgantOwn's New Industries.
.;nL T}slsor1yn 10 he RsCiStsy.

MoRaANTowN, w. VA, March 2S.-An
article was to-day signed sealed and de-
livered where by VIM. j. Walsh, of Wells
burg, is to locate on the grounds of the
Building and Investment Company Of this
place a glass factory which, at the out
set, is to give employment to 100
men, with such additions in the
future as the demand may justify. A
bonus Of free ground and an advantageous
gas privilege, with other material consid-
erations are given. A certain sum is de-
posted to be forfeited if the buildings for
the factory are not in course OF construc-
tion within ten days from this date The en-
terprises now secured by the B. 81 l. Com
pany are the Farrows gun works, Lough
Bros. carriage factory, and the Walsh
glass works
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
Cardinal Gibbons Won't Hazard an
Oninfou

New YORK, March 2S-A special from
Baltimore says Cardinal Gibbons was seen
yesterday and asked for an expression OF
opinion about the labor troublein Ohio aud
the decisions of Judges Billings and Ricks.
This phase of the labor question" said
the Cardinal, sis rather intricate and would
REQUIRE considerable thought to warrant an
opinion. l have not studied the conditions
OF the trouble before Judge Ricks in re-
gard to the handling Of Ann Arbor freight
sufficiently 70 venture an opinion or give
nv views. l have written much on the
subject Of labor, and you may gather from
that source something OF what would be my
views in the present caSe.H
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
mrs Cleveland's Reception.

WASHINGTON, D. c., March 2S.-Mrs.
Cleveland's reception to-day from II to
was twice as large as any previous. Here
tofore, she received, usually in the Blue
Room, the visitors being admitted In
groups as they arrived. The fine day and
the occasion brought out great variety OF
elegant spring costumes, and the event
was gayer than any the Blue Room has
witnessed the past year.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29

CLARKsvLLE. IND, March 2S.-The
news that joe Bowers has been appointed
postmaster az New Washington, this coun-
", has caused a sensation. Bowers is a
man with a record, having served term
in prison for s q D stealing. He is said 10
be illiterste, and he Is hardly able TO read
and write. The prison record shows that
Bowers was sentenced in 1871 and served
two years, being released on March 16,
1S12
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
TOO MANY RULES
To Suit the Place Bun'ers-Mr. Cleveland
sees Mr.. Harrison's Brother.

WASHINGTON. D. c., March 2s,-The
cabinet met.at IL o'clock to-day and
shut off many visitors waiting to see
the President. There are too many
rules around here. anyhow" growled
a western Congressman when the
hour of IL o'clock arrived and found
himstill hanging on to the fringe Of
the crowd. "We cannot see the Presi-
dent at all on Monday, we are limited
TO one hour on Tuesday. and Friday,
consequently when opportunit is
given 20 get at him there is such a mob
gathered 10 take advantage of it that .
man with retiring soul cannot get
within sound OF his voice. This undig-
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-03-29
Avn old pIan Kllsd on Enc RaIl.
ysaa. 7SEsordn 10 tas Rsgistsr.

PARKERsBURG, w. VA, March 2S.-An-
thony Moran, an old citizen of Harris
street, while crossing the Baltimore and
Ohio track below Green street this after
noon, was knocked down and run over by
a ward engine. One leg was crushed from
foot 70 nip into pulp, the bones protrud-
ing through the clothing. Everything
possible is being done for him, but he can
not recover. He leaves a large family Of
grown children