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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
PANAMA C1NkL PROFITS.
Figures I'm the Report of NJ. Floret, the
Government Accountant,


PARIS, Feb. 25.--M Fjoret Governm INT
accountant appointed to examine he ac-
counts Of the Panama Canal Company,
reports that the total amount recei Icd by
contractors for real and alleged work on
and supplies for the canal was f62 G20.O O6i
francs. or this amount l02 35S.4H francs
represented labor alleged to have been
paid for according 10 the roll OF wages
and sums expended on various undertlk
ings. In the abst nee OF vouchers IL is
impossible to asce tain whether the labor
and other operations charged for we're
actually executed. The American Dreds-
ing Companys charges for its operatio IS,
plant, ETC., amounted to SO, ,S05,396 francs.
No vouchers or documents are Obtainable
whereby the profits OF the contractors
could be estimated.
The company or French engineers de-
clares its expenditures on operations and
plant 10 have been % o,3sS,Sl0 francs. This
account ostensibly shows a loss OF 6l42,-
$50 francs. NJ Floret points olN that this
includes alIotments and commissions 10
the Societe Depots ct Complies Courant
OF which Charles De Lesseps and Henry
Cottu We're directors. Another contractor
received 76,21i,002 francs, on which the
admitted profits were 80 francs.
Charles De Lesseps and Henry Cottu
again sharing In the profits as directors
OF the Societe Depots. Another firm OBJ
tained 50S5S,9H francs. Of which ll.i6,Sl
was admitted to be purely profit, divided
between the firm and the principal fnan-
cial agent OF the Panama Canal Com
pany. Still another contractor received
37627, ,s36 francs, the clear profit on which
was I2,5l3.3S2 francs NJ. Einel's charges
for operations and plants amounted TO
73,653,226 francs. on which the net profit
was 33,073, ass francs. NJ. Fioret calculates
the total traceable profits OF the con-
tractors at 7.7E.50i francs. The names
of all firms spoken OF In the report are
to be published with the report OF the
committee on inquiry Of the Chamber OF
DEPUTIES. NJ. Pelletan charges the Gov
ernment with suppressing figures In
Fiorets report, which has been obtained
for publication without the sanction OF
the authorities.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
DAVIS DTSB4RRED
From Practiclng as an Attorney in the
Courts of Tennessee.

MEMPHIS. TENN. Feb, 25.-Judge
Estes handed down a decision to-day de-
barring Speaker Ralph Davis, of the Ten
nessee Legislature. from practicing as an
attorney in the courts Of Tennessee.
Four weeks ago the story was printed
which caused the action of the court to-
day. Nathan Simon was bondsnan in he
sum Of 5000 for Jacob Lachman, charged
with arson. Lachman fed, and Simon Sc
cured Davis services to get the oon1 re-
duced. 1t is alleged Davis paid 81 300 into
court, but told Simon he had paid s., go,
and collected from him $3.50.
When Simon learned the truth he made
a motion TO disbar Davis. and to-day It
was sustained. DAVIS, in the meantime
had procured the indictment of the edi-
tors Of the paper which printed the story
for criminal libel, and sued for $50, 600
damages.
1t is probable that he will be deposed as
speaker of the Legislature and expelled
from the Assembly.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26

70 the vessels that will take part on ac-
sount OF the celebration. Four vessels
IN Admiral Gherardi's command are now
In Hampton Roads.
orders Issued to-day directed the BaIti-
more and the Yorktown to proceed at
once TO New York for thorough over
hauling ard repairing 10 fit them for
taking part in the review The Charleston
and the San Francisco have been ordered
to proceed without delay 10 Norfolk for
similar repairs.
or the nations invited to take part In the
rsnew, all except six have signifed their
acceptance or declnation. and to-day
the Department OF State. at the request
OF the Navy Department. sent messages
TO the United States ministers In coun-
tries which have not been heard from
asking them 10 ascertain II their repec-
tive governments, 20 which they are
credited. could not give a positive an
swer without delay. Among the six de-
linquent nations are Russia, Germany
and Austria.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
ACURsE, NOT a BENEFIT.
National League of America Opposed 20
the Home Rule Bill.

NEW YORK, Feb. 25.-The Nauonai
League OF America tonight issued an
address to Irishmen. 1t is signed by the
president, secretary and treasurer. and In
part Is az follows;
When the Home Rule bill was intro
duced In 1886. and now when for the sec
ond time a home rule measure has been
placed before the British PARLIAMENT
Irishmen are inclined TO congratulate
themselves on a seeming beginning or
an era OF liberty, peace and prosperity
for Ireland. Home rule for Ireland un-
doubtedly sounds well, but Irlshnen
should ponder before arriving at con-
ciusions, and not allow a mere sound to
set their sympathies above their reason.
This measure cannot be accepted as
full and complete settlement OF the
claims Of our people. and we have no
hesitation In declaring that instead OF a
blessing it would prove curse to our
country.
Irishmen, we again ask you not TO be
deceived by this home rule measure. 1t
Is absolutely unworthy OF the traditions
and the genius of the people. a sovereign
Parliament in Ireland with complete
control over our own affairs and not
subject TO the caprice 10 the English
parties should alone be acceptable to the
Irish people.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
MURDERED HER SISTERS
ANOTHER AWFUL CHAPTER IN At
LANTA's WEEK OF CRIME.
Miss Julia Force, OF Prominent Family
Deliberately Shoots Her Two Sisters.
Redwine VIII Give Bail.

ATLANTA, GA, Feb. 25.-Another
OF crime. This afternoon a few minutes
before 2 o'clock Miss Julia Force, thirty
eight years of age, shot and killed her
two sisters, Florence, thirty years old,
and Minnie. twenty-five years old. She
then walked to the police station and gave
herself UP. saying she had committed
a crime and desired protection. This was
the first knowledge Of the murder, for
the killing was done when she was alone
at home with her two sisters. The
brothers Of the family are j. ii. and
a. w Force, shoe merchants. They have
been prominent citizens here for years,
coming here from Charleston.
1t is believed the woman Is insane.
She has been considered irresponsible
at tin es, and had frequently threatened
to xiii members of her family. She says
that she has for Il year been writing
out a statement of the family troubles
and just completed 1t. To-day, when
her mother was absent from the house.
she sent the servants out on errands.
Then going to the room, where her sister,
Florence, was sick in bed, she placed
a pistol 10 her right temple and shot
her dead. Then going to the kitchen.
where her other sister was, she shot
her in the same manner. None Of the
nighbors heard the shots. Miss Force
calmly locked the door and went to the
police-station as described. The bodies
of the two women We're found by a
brother, 10 whom she had sent message
to the effect that her sister Florence
was worse. In response he went heme 70
find the bodies Of his dead sisters.
Redwine VIII Give Bail
Lewis Redwiue was to-day arraigned
before United States Commissioner Gas
ton and waived examination. His bond
was fixed at $4,000.
He is now in jail, but will probably be
able to give bond in a few days.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26

BETHLEHEM. PA. Feb, 25.-The dou-
bic six-inch gun tube. sixty-two feet long,
finished to-day at the Bethlehem ord
nance Works. was regarded as the most
sklllful piece of forging work IN the his
tory of modern ordnance The tube was
made out OF a four hundred ton ingot. 20
feet long The STANDARD Calihre bored
through the centre II the long cylinder is
included In the forging feat. The work
was done on hydraulic r. esses. The tube
VIII be sent TO the Chicago Fair as part of
the Bethlehem Iron Companys exhibi-
ton. After the Fair II will be brought
back and cut in two, forming two six
inch gun tubes, each thirty~one feet long.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
COFRODE-sAYLOR, co. INsOLVEN1
Joseph III. Cofrode and William #. Barrity
Appointed Receivers.


PHILADELPHIA, Feb. ga sens8-
tion was caused late this evening hy the
announcement that the Cofrode-Saylor
Co., Incorporated and controlling the
Reading rolling mills, was insolvent, end
that receivers had been applied for by
some of the personal creditors OF the
company. Shortly before o'clock the
counsel for the company appeared IN
the prothonotary's Office OF the common
pleas No. 2, and filed d bill in equity on
behalf OF a number of creditors OF Cof-
rode e Saylor. Incorporated. asking Tor
the appointment Of a receiver, and also
for a decree declaring the corporation
insolvent.
Tho court took immediate action. and
after hearing the statements OF counsel,
appointed as the receivers Joseph II.
Cofrode and william +. Harrity.
Mr.. Cofrode is the vice-president OF
Cofrode & Saylor corporation, as well as
the vice-president of the Rolling Mil
Company. The president OF both cor
porations, Francis H$ Saylor, is the
heaviest creditor, who signed the bill OF
application for receivership. his claim
being in round numbers 100000
II was said that the same motive I'M
PEELED the seeking of this receivership as
was imputed 10 the application for the
Reading railroad creditors. voluntary ac-
tion on the part of the management to
save the corporation from general raid
Of creditors. and to secure the best ad-
ministration of its assets IN settlement
or reorganization.
The court has fixed the bonds 10 be
furnished by the receivers at $4,000 each
The receivers were empowered 10 con-
tinue the operations of the works, and
the business will so on as usual The
downfall of the two corporations carried
with them the iron firm Of J. f. Bailey
& Sens.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
Il Ii
The Winners at Gloucester.
GLOUCESTER, ". j.. Feb. S.-
Washington Races Begin.

WASHINGTON. Feb. 25.-The Ivy City
Jockey Club opened to-day what promises
to be a good race meeting. with an at
tendance of 1900; fair track ana good
weather. Results:
First race. five futlongs-Speculation
first, Ella second. ST. Patrick third.
Time, 1:07.
Second race. half a u1ile-Maud Row
first, Bob Sutherland second. Syracuse
third Time, 54.
Third race, seven furlongs-Pelham
first. Harry Alonzo second, Vandyke
third Time, 1:3s 3-4.
Fourth race, six furlongs-Drizzle first,
Strathmaid second. Belwood third. Time,
1:22 IA.
Fifth race. half mile-Register first.
Zingara second. Honest Tom third.
Time, 81 l-2
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
Significance of the Vote,

WASHINGTON. Feb. 25.-Mr. Sherman's
molten to go into executive session was
defeated by the compact Democratic vote
aided by four votes on the Republican
side Of the chamber. one Of the leading
Democratic senators stated TO a reporter
that the particular significance OF the
vote was that the remaining time OF the
sesfion should be given TO legislative bust
ness. and not frittered away IN petty
nominations or in considering the ha-
waiian treaty. No action on the treaty,
he said, would be had this session.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26

Nr. Cleveland In Consultstion With Messr'
Carlisle and Gresham.

LAKEw GOD. ". j., Feb. 2.-Ex-sens-
tor CarlisIe arrived at this place at lO:S0
O'Clock this morning. lie was met al the
station by Mr.. Cleveland. and was driven
10 the Little White House,
Here he was welcomed by Mr' Cleveland
and Judge Gresham. who arrived late last
night. ..-.
The Phesident-elect ana ms distinguish
"a visitors had a long talk over the inau-
gural address and matters of Importance
that will require attention during the
early days OF the incoming administration.
Judge Gresham left for Chicago this even
ing. but Mr. Carlisle Will remain here
until Monday.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
TO OPPOSE CONFIRMATION.
Democrats Think Benton Hanchctt Should
Not be a Circuit Judge.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25.-The Demo-
Gratis have practically served notice on
the Republicans that they win resent to
the end any attempt to bring about the
confirmation of Benton Hanchett 10 be
Judge Of the Sixth Federal Judicial court,
for the reason that, they assert. The
President ought not to be permitted 10
nominate to a life position member of
his own party, after the people have re-
moved that party from power. II is stated
that the Republicans will make every
effort consistent with a dignihed course
Of procedure to carry into effect the
Waehes Of the President.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26

cisco bank asking information about Rip
pey. who had rented 4 safe deposit box.
Nothing more was heard OF the missing
hisband and father uDtil a reporter in
formed them OF yesterdays tragic af-
fair.
While here Rippey was regarded as pc
culiar and eccentric. but no question was
ever raised as to his sanity: 1t was sup
posed In the long years that he was pros
pering In the West, and would some day
come back wealthy. OF late. however.
he was considered dead.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
the NAFAL DISPLAY.
The Flying Squadron Reaches the Harbo r.
Plans for the Rendezvous.

WAsHINGTON. d. C.. Feb %.-Rear
Admiral Ghcrardi commander OF the
Flying Squadron" which arrived In
Hampton Roads yesterday. called az the
Navy Department with his Fleg-IAeu-
tenant Isidney Hunt. Admiral Gherardl
had long conference with Secretary
Iracy about the Columbus Naval Re-
view. of which ne Is 10 be In charge, and
submitted % the Secretary bis proposi-
lions for the Government rendezvous Ia
hampton Reads. and the review in New
York harbor The plans Of the Admiral
"il be adopted by the Navy Depaft-
ment. Admiral Gherardi also had an
Interview with Commodore Ramsey chief
Of the Bureau Of Navigation, in reference
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
A British Steamer Sunk.

LONDON, Feb. 25.-The British steamer
Cincofa, plying between London and the
Mediterranean. was sunk on Dungeness
at 2:co o'clock this morning by collision
with the German bark Lake Ontario.
The third engineer and fireman OF the
cfnt ora were drowned. The Cincora IL .
small vessel. ess tons. Her last port Of
arrival In the Mediterranean was Valen-
ciaA thA Lake Ontario. commanded nv
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
Victim Of the Accident.

PHILADELPHIA, PA. Feb. 25.-Geo
w. H1ines. OF Media. Pa. whose leg was
fracture IN the collision between
Washington special and a West Chester
way train on The T.. w. and j railroad
at South State station. ip this city. last
Wednesday. died this morning from ex-
haustion. This makes the NTH death
from the accident.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
FATAL PRIZE FTGHT.
In the Fifteenth Round Hawkibs Kills His
Antagonist.

SAN FRANCISCO. Feb. 3.-William
Miller Of Sacramento. and Dal Hawkins,
Of San Francisco, featheeWetght pugil-
lists, fought for a purse at the Pacific
Athletic Club last night.
Hawkins Won in the fifteenth round,
landing a terrific blow, which knocked
Miller unconscious. and which resulted in
his death this morning.
Hawkins and his seconds are in Jail.
and the officers are looking for others
who took part in the fight.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
Alabama Gold Excitement.

CHATTANOOGA. Feb. pa special to
the Times from Manchester Ala. says
gold and silver have been discovered In
true hssure seams on Short and Town
creeks. In Marshall county, Ala. Silver
nuggets pure enough 10 be malleabie are
found. Experienced prospcctors from the
Rocky Mountains were working quietly
until the citizens learned the truth. The
Excitement Is intcnse
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
:, Memory Of GENERA, Beauregard.

NEW YORK, Feb. 25.-The members OF
the Confederate Veteran Camp OF New
York last night adopted memorial reso-
iutions on the death of General Beaufe-
gard. A handsomely mounted copy OF
the resolutions viii be sent by the camp
10 the members Of General Beaureeards
family. ~ III ~
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26

Captain Oltmann. arrived at Rotterdam.
from Savannah. In October last, and at
the time OF the collision was on voyage
TO Java. The Lake Ontario lost her ho
boom In the accident. and is new being
towed back TO London.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
Usual Extra Session OF the Senate.

WASHINGTON. Feb. 25. President
Harrison to-day issued his proclamation
ccnvenDg the Senate in extra session at
noon on March the 4th.
The proclamation is the usual one Is
sued at the end OF the presidential term
end on the incoming of the new admins
tlatiOn
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
Successful SAFE Rahbeyy.

CARLISLE. IA. Feb. @.-Robbers en-
tered the general store Of j. ID. Rome, at
Shepherdstown. little village In the
lower end Of this county, last night. blew
open the safe. and stole cssh. jewolry
and valuable papers to the amount oil
S. 900. No clue.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
RACING ON MANI TRACKS.
Opening OF the Meeting ut Washington
An Excellent Card nj Guttsnburg.

GUTENBERG, Feb. 25.-An excellent
card Of six races brought crowd to the
Hill Top race-track this afternoon. The
track vas In poor condition, but good
sport was witnessed nevertheless. Re-
suits:
First race, hve-eighths OF a mile-Com-
forter first, Vera second, Text third
Time, 1:0l
Second race, FIVE and half furlongs-
Rightaway 6rst, Eleanor second, Free
mason third. Time. In 3-4.
Third race. five furlongs-Benjamin
first. Bryan second, Lucy Clark third.
Time, 1902 ga
Fourth race. one mile-Inferno first.
Panway second, Laura s. third. Time.
1:A 1-2.
Fifth race, three fwiongs-Beatitud
(gelding) first, Unfaithkul second. Bow
Knot third. Time, 81.
Sixth race, seven furlongs-Relief first.
Character second, Vanwart third. Time.
81 Ii
The Winners at Gloucester.
GLOUCESTER. N. j.. Feb. S.-Four
favorites and two outsiders won at Glou-
cester to-day. Results:
First race. seven and half furlongs-
Pertinence first, Lum second, Michigan
third. Time. 1:42 Id
Second race. four and half furlongs-
Major McNulty first, Pathway second,
Sue Ryder (colD third. Time. SO "a.
Third race, six and quarter furiongs-
Tradesman first, Gonzales second, Shake
speare third. Time, l:2 3-4.
Fourth race, three furiongs-Fraulein
(gelding) first Adele (illy) second, Mid
get third. Time, 40.
Fifth race. four and half furiongs-
Nprbpua first Censor second ROv
LOchie' third. Time, 81 "a.
Sixth race. six furionss-iaiiah first,
Alright second. Repeater third. Time,
1;22 "a
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
The Man Who Shot Mackay.

DENVER. COL. Feb. 25.-W. c. Rip
pey. the man who shot Millionaire Mac
kav at San Francisco and then shot him
self is well known by many of the pio-
nccrs OF Denver. Charles Lelchenring
probably knows as much about him as
any one In the city. Mr.. Leichenring
is also well acquainted with Mr. Mackay,
and was greatly shocked TO hear Of the
shooting Rlppey came 10 Denver in
1860 or 1861 from Virginia. and was fairly
well off lie followed the business of
trading in fast horses. In 1874 Rippey
first met Mackay. Mr. Mackay was then
In Denver and the two were introduced
to each other by Leichenring. This fact
is direct contradiction OF the report
from San Francisco that Mr.. Mackay
does not know his assailant. Mr.. LEIGH
enring. however, positively asserts that
the men we're we'll acquainted and had
dealings together. Rippey left Denver In
1876.
CINCINNATI. o.. Feb. 25.--Wesiey G.
Rippey. years ago. was well and favora-
bly, known in Cincinnati. His wife at
present lies at deaths door at the home
of her son. w c. Rippey. Jr.. at Idlewild.
Another son lives at 53l Eastern avenue.
The former Is a Government gauger. and
the latter. William. manufacturer of
preserved goods on Longworth street.
Thirty years ago the father was ship
builder here. well known in river circles
He took his family 10 Cape Girardea.
Mo. and soon deserted them. The boys
brought their mother back to this city,
where they have since lived.
At long intervals they heard from the
father out West. The last tidings came In
1857 from San Francisco. Six months ago
q letter was received from . San Fran
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26

WASHINGTON. Feb. 25.-The Presi-
dent has approved the joint resolution for
tie construction of a wharf as means
Of approach 10 the monuInen: 10 be erect
ed at Wakefield. Va, TO mark the birth
place Of George Washington
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
RANGE OF THERMOMETER.

Range Of the thermometer at lhs me ii''e'
oiIlce yesterday, February % is's. ep
"a. NJ. ~; II NJ. %, 3 = My o. 80
NJ. 81: o p. NJ. As. midnight 90 "'''
aoa 40 q
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26
Rauer and Knold sentenced.

PITTSBURG. PA. Feb. B.-The An
axchists, Bauer and knold. VINO at
tempted 10 kill Henry c. Friek, we're sen
tenced to-day to five years imprisonment
at hard labor In the Western Penitentiary.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26

He Says There is Not Cause for Uneasines 80
More About Rippey.

NEW YORK, Feb. 25.-An intimate
friend Of Mr.. John w. MacKay received
the following telegram from San Fran
cisco this morning: IL am doing so well
that my friends need not worry on my
account. (SigneD J,hn W. Mackay."
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1893-02-26

OLYMPIA. WASH Feb. On "
days ballot for United states
the situation was not chanB'A
La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1893-12-20

La Comisisi6n de sehoras de "La Cruz Re-
ia" en- Junta celebrada el 18 del actual ha tenido
q bien nombrar para desempefar el cargo de Di
rectora de Almac@n de efectos de Sanidad por
renuncla de la sefiora Porra de Perez Garcia, Ia
se1ora do1a. Elena G. de schu ter; y para Presi
dep tas de Secci6n en- Humacao dofia Msnuela
Festar de Caparr6s. Para Yabucos, dona Adrea
Cuadra de Clntr6n. Para Maunabo dois Rosa
RIO N. de Navarro. Para Patlllas, dona Maria
de I Sanchez Rici. Para Naguabo dofa Rosa
rio A. Garzot. Para Oeiba, dona Providencia
2. de Cells. Para Fajardo, dofa Carolina g. de
We've. Para Luquillo, doiia Carlota r. de We've
Para Piedras, dona Dolores NJ. de Gomez, para
Agusdilla dofa Elisa @. de Amell. Esta Junta
no ha hecho otros nombrsmientos.. y suplica los
sefo1es Preaidentes de las Secciones de Ia Isle,
Ie proporga las senoraa que su juicio reunan
Las CON aiclones necesarias para ser nombradas
La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1893-12-20

Nos dicen de C&guas: ''Por fin hemos visto
publicados los programs de las festas que tanto
Ia Junta del Centenario, como Ell Ayuntamiento
1e esa Capital, preparan para en- conmemoraci6n
del descubrimiento de Ia isla y pesar de los Pc
sares, Dinguno de esos dos cuerpos Sc ham acor-
lado de hscer algo por el Hip6dromo, diversion
que mas de que Aevaris concurso de gente la
Exposition, h@ria que admirase Ia buena raza
cabalIar de esta isla. AccioniHtas de ess emprs
ga deseamos saber en- poder de quien Sc encuen,
sra depoaltada la cantidad que entreg6 el General
Contreras cuando so march6 para la Peninsula &
No faltar6 quisn de vida al Hpodromo en- segui
da se diatribUyan os paTneses"