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The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-03-31
THE TROUBLE AT ANTLERs.
Preparations for Battle Are Being Made
On Both Sides.


Antlers, l. T.. March SO.-The great
est suspense prevails here and people
are waiting with bated breath for the
end. Today active preparations are 30
ing on by both parties for battle This
afternoon sixteen mounted milltiamen
went through here enroute to Goodland
where the militia are being massed. On
the south bound train there were 65
men besides these. There is a large
force OF men already at Goodland.
Locke has withdrawn from town and
has crossed the river to his ranch. No
one knows positively how many men
he has with him, but 1t is believed he
has a stronger force than ever before
Governor Jones will arrive in Paris
Texas, tomorrow and It Is thought by
some that the militia win walt at Good
land until his arrival. Others believe
the Duke will endeavor to march on
Locke tonight and make an attack, for
fear Governor Jones may pursue less
violent course and endeOvor to settle It
without bloodshed. Both sides are man
ifesting the most dogged determination
not to yield.
Tonight Hon. John c. Gibbons. Unit
ed States commissioner sent the fol-
lowing telegram to Leo Bennett. Indi-
an agent at Muskogee:
"The forces are still Increasing; blood
shed is unavoidable and that soon. II
you are coming. better be quick"
The following was also sent:
Hon. Hoke Smith. Secretary OF the
Interior, Washington: The chocktaw
forces are within few miles OF each
other. Bloodshed is Inevitable unless
immediate relief be had. Governor
Jones can be reached at Paris, Texas
tomorrow morning"
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-03-31
PRESIDENTIAL NOMINATIONS.

washington, March 30.-The presi-
dent has sent to the senate the follow
ing nominations: Minister'S. d. Por-
ter. of Tennessee, to Chile; j. A. NC
Kenzie, of Kentucky, to Peru; Lewis
Baker. Of Minnesota, to Nicaragua,
Costa Rica and San Salvador; T. M.
Young, Of Georgia, to Guatemala and
Honduras; Edwin Dun, of Ohio, to Ja-
pan: John M. Reynolds, of Pennsylva-
MIA. assistant secretary Of the interior;
]. 1. Hall, of Georgia, assistant attor-
ney general; Thomas F. Bayard, OF Del
aware. ambassador extraordinary ana
plenipotentiary to Great Britain; New
ton P. Eustis of Louisiana, to be secre-
tary of the legation at Paris; Lawrence
Maxwell, Jr., of Ohio. solicitor general
vice Charles B. Aldrich, resigned.
There are no signs Of letting up in the
rush Of officeseekers at the White
House today. They came early and
STAYED late and some would have
STAYED longer If the opportunity had
been presented.
but, Mr.. President, what are you
going to do with the states of congress
sional delegations fixing UP the distri-
button Of local patronage|
II am going to smash them"
This is the question reported to have
been put to the president by congress-
man, and the reply Of the president.
To make the matter little clearer
the congressman learned that while the
agreement Of the local delegation upon
local officers may have weight, the pres
ident will not be bound by 1t. So plain
has this policy Of the presidents be-
come that the Alabama delegation de-
cided to abandon its slate before agreed
unon. This lead will be followed by
other delegations with the result PROD
ably. that the contest for office win be-
come a free-for-all race and each can
didate will run on his own merits. This
will probably be satisfactory to many
congressmen for 1t will relieve them Of
considerable responsibility.
Lewis Baker is the well known editor
of the st. Paul Globe. He was chair
man of the state democratic committed
during the last campaign.
Jas. A.. Mckenzie. of Kentucky, rep
resented that state in the 47th Congress
At Chicago he broke away from Henr
/ watterson's lead and carried a nunnbel
Of his fellow delegates from Kentucky
over to Cleveland.
James d. Porter who is to succeed
Patrick Egan at Chile, is a prominen
Tennessee lawyer. and under the pre-
vious democratic administration. wa
assistant secretary Of state, and iron
1874 TO 1879 was governor of Tennessee
] Pierce n. Young, under Mr. cleye
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IN THE HALLS OF CONGRESS
MitchGlrs Able Speech Against Admit
ting ADpOintHGS.
SOME PRESIDENTIAL NOMINEES
A Brief Review Of Their Public Life
Secretary spaulding's Letter to
inspectors.
Associated Press.

Associated Press.
washington, March 30.-The debate
started yesterday on the question Of
the right to seats in the senate of per-
sons appointed by the governors OF
Montana, washington and Wyoming,
was resumed this morning, Mitchell, Of
Oregon, making a legal and constitu-
tional argument against the report of
the committee on privileges and elec-
tions, which declares them entitled to
seats.
Among the disastrous consequences
that would follow the adoption Of the
majority report Mr.. Mitchell men,
toned these:
1t would unreasonably augment and
extend the prerogatives of the state
executive over those of the legislature,
and subordinate the constitutional
functions of the legislature to those of
the executive. 1t would place a prem
ium on treason to party organization
and party discipline. 1t would encour-
age factions and the minority in the
legislature in filibustering in the inter
ests and effort to defeat the election OF
senators and it would tend to prevent
fair expression of the majority OF
the legislature. In conclusion, he ex.
pressed the conviction that a majority
of the senate would vote for the ad-
mission of the three senator's, but such
a vote would be one to overturn the de-
liberate precedent established by the
senate after full consideration ove1
sixty-eight years ago. 1t would estab.
-lish a precedent that would result in.
side of ten years in having one-third oi
the senators to be men who owed theii
seats to executive appointment and Il
would inflict a fatal stab to the grea'
principle of republican government.
The matter then went over, Turpi'
having the floor when the subject mex
comes up.
After an executive session, the senate
adjourned till Monday.
Ex-Secretary Bayard's nomination a!
ambassador to Great Britain was i'm
mediately confirmed by the senate.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-03-31
IMpEAcHMaNr OF OFFICIALS


Omaha. Neb. March SO.-The Bees
Lincoln special says: The committee APP
PORTED by the Legislature to investigate
state affairs. and ascertaine II there was
evidence enough To impeach the board
Of public lands and buildings. reported
to the house this morning unanimously
in favor Of impeachment Of Secretary
of State Allen. Attorney General Hast
ings and Commissioner Of Public Lands
and Buildings Humphrey. The COM
mission Is composed Of representative
attorneys from the republican, demo-
cratic, and independent parties chosen
by party caucuses. and members OF the
Legislature. impeachment proceedings
will now be pushed.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-03-31
WORLDS FAIR.
viii Be Ready on Time With Desirable
Convenlences.

Chicago, March 30. : President Hig-
ginbotham of the Worlds Fair has is
sued an address TO the public regard
ing Misrepresentation relative to the
exposition management He says the
exposition will be ready for visitors ON
May 1st; that an abundance OF drink
Ing water will be- provided free to all;
that ample provision for seating VIII be
made for all without charge. About -bOO
toilet rooms will be located at conven-
lent places and will be absolutely free
for the public. The admission fee Of so
cents will entitle the visitor to enter
all the exposition buildings. TO inspect
the exhibits and see everything within
the grounds except the Eskimo village
and reproduction of Colorado. Free
medical and emergency hospital serv-
Ice will be provided as well as commo-
iIous waiiing rooms in various parts OF
the grounds. For the cliff dwellings
and other attractions on the midway
plaisance a small fee will be charged
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-03-31
pIABoLIcAL MURDERERs.

Pine Bluff, Ark. March SO-It is just
learned that the diabolical murderer Of
Phil Gardner at Sheriff., who left a
note on the body saying: &c. 0. d.
Collect three months board. DR.. Sher-
rill. keep your man at home and he will
not get lostT poured alcohol over him
before killing him and then set him on
fire. Burns were discovered all over
the tortured body. Three men and
three women were placed in jail this
morning charged with the murder. Two
more are under surveillance.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-03-31
A BIG STEAL DISCOVERED.

Little Rock, Ark. March SO.-Gover-
nor Fishback sent message TO the
legislature saying that over a million
dollars Of evidences Of debt have been
stolen and are missing from the treas
ury. and are awaiting an opportunity
to be sneaked in and redeemed. He
urged the passage Of an act making II
a felony for any state treasurer to re-
deem such evidence Of debt.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-03-31
CONVICTED OF MANsLAUoHTEH-

Portland. Or, March sO.-Mrs DR..
Tom Van who was indicted for man
slaughter in causing the death Of Miss
Helen Wilson, a handsome young girl
whose parents are well known and
highly respected residents Of the East
side, was found guilty by the jury to-
night. Mrs. Van made strong effort
TO show that the crime was committed
by Charles A. Bowker an ex-preacher.
the girls seducer. Bowker win be tried
next Tuesday.
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of the roads forming the Western Pass
enger Association win meet on Tuesday
next to finally settle the Worlds Fair
rates. 1t Is about determined that the
rates will be two and two-tenths cents
per mile for excursions. Roads may
make their own rates but no sleepers
will be attached to excursions and no
baggage will be allowed beyond what
the messengers can carry.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-03-31
Ex-cHrEF scANNELL DEAD

San Francisco, March so.-David Scan
nell, for many years chief Of the San
Francisco fire department. died sudden
Iy this morning aged 70 years. He was
sitting in a chair in the engine mouse
on Bush street this morning at .
o'clock reading paper; suddenly his
head dropped and he was dead. Death
was due to kidney and liver troubles.
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a prRATIcAL PRESIDENT.

New York, March sO.-rhe steamer
Saginaw brings the news that the pres
ident OF San Domingo on March 4th.
visited the French bank at San Domin-
go City, broke into the safe. and took
$4,000 cash He attempted to leave for
Monte Criato, but was prevented by
two French men-of-war who demanded
reparation and an indemnity Of o,oOo.
The United States ship Kearsearge was
In port at the time.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-03-31
A. KLEIN SUICIDES.

Tacoma, Wash, March 3O.-Ludwig
A. Klein formerly in the grocery busi-
ness in Tacoma, and lately Of Everett,
committed suicide at Hot Springs this
morning by jumping in Green river.
Delerium tremens was the cause. Klein
came from Detroit, Mich. where he has
a brother in the grocery business reput-
ed to be worth s25o.0c0.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-03-31
CAPTURED PIGEON EXPLAINED

Philadelphia, March SO.-Mrs u. s.
Starr General Race agent Of the Ameri-
can Pigeon Fanclers says several pig
cons are reported captured in various
sections Of the country having leg
bands marked IN" were from the Phil
adelphia lofts and not from the miss
ing steamer Naronic.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-03-31

lands former administration. was sent
to st. Petersburg as consul-general.
He soon resigned and came home
Edwin Dun, nominated as minister to
Japan, is a citizen of London, Ohio,
and member at present of the Japan
ese legation. His nomination is in the
nature Of a promotion, for he is hold
over from the previous democratic ad-
,ninistration
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rHEY sAT powN on HIN.

Ottawa, ont, March S0.-Lester'
liberal, caused a sensation In parliament
tonight by asserting that he could prove
that the government sold judgeships
and postmastershlps and used the mon
ev for campaign purposes. He was
called to order and compelled TO with
draw his allegations,
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nEGARDED AS A HoAX.

Liverpool. March sO.-The officers OF
the White Star Line regard as hoax,
the message found on the beach at
Ocean View, Virginia, purporting to
give an account Of the destruction OF
the steamer Naronic. by colIiding with
an iceberg.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-03-31
LIFE AND PROPERTY DESTROYED

Cleveland, Ohio. March So.--A fire this
afternoon destroyed the Forest City
varnish Works. It Is thought that one
man perished in the flames. Loss W.
600.
The daily morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1883-1899, 1893-03-31
WORLDS FAIR RATES.

chIeago. March s0.-The prs.IaenIs
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WRECKED THE MINE.
Whoever Wins That Seems to Be
the Fate of the Property.

SPRINGFIELD. ILL.,, Oct. 26.-Argument
was commenced to-day in the United
States Circuit Court In the case of the
Crowned King Mining Company, whose
property is located at Crown King, Yava-
pal County, Arizona. against Orrin V.
Place and George P. Harrington, on
motion to enjoin Place from holding a
stockholder meeting or attempting to
vote the stock of Wash c. Sheckels, which
be holds by proxy, or from selling or as
signing his shares of stock in the mine,
and also to enjon Harrington, the secre-
tary. from issuing any new certificates of
stock for those now held by Place. The
argument was continued to November 1S
and Judge Allen ordered Place, Harring-
ton and j. l.. Marchand to turn over to
the court all the books and accounts of
the company held by them. The case was
brought here on change Of venue asked
for by Place from the Christian County
Circuit Court, where a temporary injunc-
tion had been granted. The company's
principal Office is in dinburgh, Christian
County. Illinois. The complaint alleges
that Place usurped the position of prasi-
dent by being elected at an illegal meeting
of directors, and that lie has EN- bezzled
$3.50 600 of The compeny's money and
wrecked the mine. Place, in his answer,
alleges that Secretary Harrington wrecked
the mine, and denies the charges against
himself
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HIS TROOPS LOYAL TO HIM.
And the Present Government
Sound as Possible.
REBELS IN A VERY BAD PLIGHT.
The Story of the Brazilian RevoIu-
ton as Related by the Party
in Power.

PARIS, Oct 26-The special delegate of
Brazil to-day received dispatch from Rio
dated Octo Der %, at p. NJ, which says:
The iusurgent vessels are scarcely able 10
move from the fact that they are in need
uf extensive repairs, their bottoms being
foul and their supply of coal nearly ex-
hausted. The vessels remain in the lower
part oil the bay in order to avoid the fire of
the forts which remain loyal to the Gov
ernment Reports are current that Ad-
miral de Mello, despairing of making any
further progress about Rio, has made
every preparation to run the gauntlet of
the forts at the entrance of the harbOr
with the intention of joining issue with the
insurgents in the southern provinces. The
town of Nchtheroy, the surrender of
which has been repeatedly announced. con-
tInues to make heroic resistance to the
rebel squadron"
The Brazilian delegate adds that the land
force at the disposal of President Peixoto
IS numerous, we'll disciplined and able and
willing to defend the lawful Government
against the common enemy. The delegate
declared that the Brazilian Government
has the support of all the States of the
Union.
The Brazilian Minister states officially
that the city Of Rio de JaneirO is perfectly
tranquil and that business is being trans
acted Is usual.
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WELCOMED THE TARS
Both France and Italy Throw
Open Their Doors.
1t Seems to Be a Struggle as to
Which Shall Be More
Hospitable.

MARsEILLEs. Oct. 26-This old seaport
was III holiday attire to-day, in honor OF
the Russians on their way from Paris TO
Toulon. The streets were packed with
people and the utmost enthusiasm pre-
vailed everywhere. The shipping in the
harDor was covered with bunting, even
some of the Italian societies decorating
their headquarters in honor OF the visitors.
TIE visitors were 5anqueted by the mu-
nicipal authorities and afterward took
stroll through the streets and everywhere
were greeted with enthusiasm. The battle
Of flowers arranged for this evening was
marred by a heavy rainstorm. The Rus
sian officers left at midnight for Toulon
and their journey to the station was at
tended by great enthusiasm on the part of
the populace.
SPEzZIA, Oct. 26.-The municipal author
tiles Of this port entertained the
officers of the British squadron this
afternoon. The Mayor of Spezza
presided. and had on either side of
him Admiral Sir Michael Culme-Seymour
and the Duke OF Genoa. in command of the
Italian squadron. The usual complimentary
speeches were made and toasts drunk amid
great enthusiasm. A reception and hall
at the municipal theater followed. The
Duke of Genoa entertained the officers of
the British squadron at banquet aboard
the Lepanto this evening. and this was
followed by reception at the residence of
Admiral Lebrano
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JOHNS VERY GOOD FRIEND.
What He Wants for His Almond
Eyed Pets.
AND WHAT CLEVELAND WANTS.
Both Are Persistent in Their Labors
in Behalf of the Little
Brown Men,

WASHINGTON, Oct o6. The Senate
Committee on Foreign Relations met this
morning to consider the Chinese question,
with the view to action upon the House
bill amending the Geary law so IS to ex-
tend for six months the time in which
Chinese laborers can register. Secretary
Gresham was in attendance and took occa-
sion to express to the mem bers of the COM
mittee bis wishes concerning the bill. He
spoke presumably only for himself, but it
is generally understood that he conveyed
Cleveland's own wishes. Gresham told
them that he merely wanted an extension
for six months of the provisions of the
original registration act. and desired that
all the amendments passed by the House
be stricken ont. 1t is understood that he
was questioned upon the attitude of the
Chinese Government upon the subject, and
the committee considered also the question
of the cost of the deportation Of Chinese
now residents of this country, W hich the
Secretary of the Treasury places at S10.-
100000.
The committee did not reach any con-
clusion concerning the bill. and it would
appear quite probable that it will not be re-
ported to the Senate before the beginning
of the regular session in December. There
is disposition on the part of the commit
tee to investigate all the facts bearing upon
the question, and also TO give the people of
the Western coast an opportunity to be
heard thoroughly.
Several members of the committee were
asked by the CALL correspondent tonight
whether Cleveland would veto the bill as
it passed the House. They declared that
they had no means of knowing. but be-
lieved that the McCreary bill. with its
amendments, would receive his signature
if it passed both houses. 1t is considered
altogether probable that the Photographic
amendment at least will be stricken out of
the bill in the committee, as Chairman
Morgan is opposed to it. Geary has main
tanned all along that the bill would be "all
right" in the Senate, and that he would
see the individual Senators it. Loud,
Hilborn, Caminetti and Mcguire are also
doing all they can, and White has been
telegraphed for.
ELGIN, H., Oct 26.-At to-day's session
of the American Missionary Association
resolutions were adopted denouncing the
Geary law as inhuman. brutal and incon-
sstent with the inalenable rights of man.
An appeal for the Indian missions brought
a liberal response. At the business meet
ing Merrill E. Gates, LID, of Massa-
chusetts was elected president. The next
meeting will probably be held at Newbury-
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NEED FOR THE CANAL.
DOOlittle of Washington Pushing
the Matter in Congress.
There Should Be a Commission Sent
TO Nicaragua to Secure ACCu-
rate Information.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26. - DOolittle of
Was hington, who was before the Commit
Tee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce
yesterday, advocating his joint resolution
for n committee of six members of the
House and the same number OF the Senate
to go to Nicaragua to investigate every
thing connected with the canal. made an
argument in behalf of the great interests
of both sea coasts. He says If the United
States does not take speedy action it will
he soon found that tie agents of British
capital in Nicaragua will have made great
inroads upon American interests and Sc
cured the control of all The stock possible
for British holders He represented that
it would be a good thing for both the
Atlantic and Pacific coasts if the canal
were constructed, as it would bring New
York nearly II, 900 miles nearer San Fran
cisco and avoid the dangers Of Cape Horn.
Congress. he said, needed practical infor-
nation. which personal investigation only
could give. The expense attending such q
commission to make the Investigation may
prevent favorable action by the House or
the committee.
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GOOD POLITICS IN SILVER.
Making Capital in New York and
Massachusetts,.
WHY REPEAL WILL BE RUSHED
Willing to Trade One Southern State
for Two Northern Ones That
Are Larger.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26-The programme
Of the managers of the repeal bill in the
Senate is to get TO voting some time to-
morrow on the amendments to the bill.
finish them on Saturday. and vote upon the
bill itself on Monday. The opinion pre-
walls in the Senate that the House will
pass the bill when ii is sent over with very
little delay. Whether there shall then be
q recess or an adjournment will depend on
the Committee of Ways and Means. Ii
the Democratic members of that committee
are of the opinion that the tariff bill Will
be in shape for presentation before the
time for the beginning of the regular
session, recess is more probable than an
ad adiournment, otherwise an adjournment
will take place.
A well-defined report is in circulation
about the Capitol to-day that there has
been an effort made to have the Democratic
managers in The Senate postpone voting
upon the bill until after the Virginia elec
ton. 1t appears that the Virginia Por-
ulists made the fight almost entirely upon
the silver issue, and they have made such
headway as TO render the Democratic
managers somewhat uneasy. But when it
sage of the bill would have good effect in
Massachusetts and New York, it was
thought best to let the bill take its course.
Senator Power spent Onsiderable poT-
ton of the day in gathering facts concern
ing the silver bullion in the treasury, with
a view of getting support for the amend
ment to the repeal bill providing for the
coinage of this bullion, which will be Of
fered by himself or some other silver Sena-
tor. He finds there is sufficient bullion
stored to make S134O00.00O, if coined. He
thinks there should be little objection to
its being coined, especially in view Of the
fact that the seigniorage on this silver will
be about S54 000, 900. and this would fur
nish the money necessary TO supply the
threatened deficit in the treasury. He has
been canvassing the proposition somewhat
among the Senators, and finds it meets
favor generally among silver men. There
is a feeling, however, among The silver
Democrats that the bill should not be
amended in any way at their instance. 50
that the administration may have all the
praise and all the blame for il when ii
shall become law.
Senator Sherman says be has no inten-
ton Of Offering an amendment to the repeal
bill for the issue of $500, 100000 bonds to
strengthen the gold reserve at this session.
At the regular session, however, he will
introduce bill for that purpose. 1t is the
general opinion that bond amendment 10
the present bill would not pass and it
night endanger the passage of the bill it
self. PETER denies that the Populists intend
to ilibuster against repeal.