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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
CLAIMED BY TWO SISTERS.
George ArnoId's Two Wives Fought For
 Him In Court.


 LoNG ISLAND CITY, \. Y, Dec 2l.-Two sisters almost came to blows in Justice kavanagh's courtroom, each claiming to be the legal wife of George Arnold, the Rockaway Beach bayman. He was present in the court, too, and he was there to an swer the charge of having assaulted the elder of the sisters, Annie Stenson.
 According to the story which was told in the court, Arnold and Annie entered into a common law marriage about four years ago. Several children have resulted from that union, and the woman alleged that not long ago her husband, growing tired of her, went with her sister Maggie and got married. She also submitted letter to the court from Dr. w. II. Philled of iT9 Herkimer street, Brooklyn, in which the doctor stated that he had attended the woman during illness and that Arnold ac- knowledged her his wife. The young woman told her story amid flood of tears, saying:
 We lived happily together until five weeks ago, when l brought my sister Mag gie to live with us. She lived quietly with us until Nov. 6, when she and my husband went and got married. When they re turned home, they put me out and as saulted me"
 At this stage of the proceedings the com plainant attempted to assault her sister, but was restrained This was the second scrimmage of the day. Arnold didn't have much 10 say about the subject. Justice kavanagh held him under charge of bigamy to await the action of the grand jury. Maggie was sent to jail to answer the charge of assault.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
BROOKLYN BRIEFS.

Captain King is the author of our new serial, Foes in Ambush" which will shortly appear in these columns. It is a thrilling narrative. Be sure and read it.
 There are q great many cases of rheumatism and few of the grip reported among the residents of this section of the town, still the attending physicians do not consider any of them of a serious nature.
 Captain Crowley requests the mem- bers of St Thomas cadets to meet at 7:30 this evening in full uniform for the pur- pose of rendering a serenade to ex-Captain Condon, who will arrive home on the nine o'clock train from Villanova college to spend the holidays with his parents.
 The attendance at the Bank street night school is larger this year than ever before. over hundred pupils being present every evening. The order main tained around the school Is all that could be desired. nobody attending but those who desire to learn something. conse- quenly there has been no need of police assistance to preserve order. as on former occasions.
 The case of Mccarthy ys Fisher oc- cupied the attention of Judge Bradstrcet in the district court to-day; Russell for plaintiff Lowe for defendant The case was brought by Mrs Mccarthy to recover damages for injuries received in being put out of Frisbie's house in Brooklyn. It was tried before Justice Brett and the plaintiff awarded $50 and costs and an appeal was taken to the district court. Judgement wnS reserved.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
HELD FOR RANSOM.
Bold Bandits In Staten Island Capture a
 Young Couple.

NEW YORK, Dec. 2l.-Miss Lottie Dan iels, daughter of the Rev. Richard Daniels of New Brighton, :. l., and Mir. James Dean, wEo boards with the Daniels, were out walking when they were overtaken by three fOOtpads at Castleton and Brighton avenues, lonely spot. Three young men suddenly stopped them and demanded money. Mir. Dean refused and was then roughly handled by the rufliaus. They held Dean as hostage in the woods and sent Miss Daniels to her home to get S1.5O, which they demanded as ransom.
 Miss Daniels, who is pretty brunette of 9, walked home alone, a distance of a mile, to procure the money.
 When an officer arrived, several of the boarders started with him in quest of the assailants. As they left the Daniels home two of the bandits were seen standing on the corner, but when they saw the police man they ran away. When the party reached the woods, Mir. Dean was still with the other highwayman.
 When his keeper saw Miss Daniels and her many escorts approaching, he also took to his heels and escaped.
 Mir. Dean gave full description of the trio, and the police arrested John McNally, aged 22; Patrick McGrath, 20, and Daniel Peterson, 222. Peterson made a full confes- sion duplicating his companions. Judge Acker committed them in default of bail for trial
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Our Attltude rswarh MslIn.

WAsHINGToN, Dee. 2l.- Secretary Her bert declined to say what WAS to be the future movement of the New I orl, and the Miantouomah when they shall have been made ready for sea. Tine ordering of the San Francisco to Rio, with Admiral Ben ham on board. puts that officer in com mand of the United States naval forces there.
 Secretary Gresham WAS asked whether it was the intention of the United States gov crnment to open up possible blockade of Rio harbOr ill the interest of American commerce. The only reply he would con sent to make was that he did not under stand that Rio was q blOCkadcd port. In other quarters the reported intention of the United States government to interfere, should Mello attempt to blockade the port of Rio, is disCredtcd
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Renortod Custnm. nI.nrenannIe..

WAsHINGToN, Dec. 2l.-It was reported that discrepancies have been found in the methods of making refunds of excessive duties at the port of New York. The ex- tent of such discrepancies have not yet been fully ascertained, but it is believed that they are of considerable magnitude and may affect that class of cases known the hat trimmings cases.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Card Playing In College Forbidden.

BEAVER FALLS, Pa, Dec 2l-The stu dents of Geneva college of both sexes have been indulging very freely in card playing
 Rev. Johnston, president of the college, begged them with tears in his eyes to give up the evil habit, and then he threatened that if the ofrense was committed again a thorough investigation would be had and the guilty ones expelled from the institu-
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Harrison In Ph,Iad,,phi,.

PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 2t.-Ex- President Benjamin Harrison is in this city and will remain here for three days as the guest ot eXPostmaster General John Wanamaker This evening a reception to the ex-presi dent will be given by the Union league. Ii Is expected that 1000 guests will be pres ent. Friday evening General Harrison will be a guest and one of the speakers al the annual dinner of the New England 80 ciety.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
An Enoch Arden Suf.

PITTsBUEG, Dec. 21.-Charles Patterson, the EnOch Arden of AlleShany, returned on Thanksgiving day after an absence of 26 years to find his wife married to his broth CT. He is now bringing suit to recover his property, which consists of valuable prop erty ill the north side, which is now held by outside parties. Patterson says his father left an estate of $25, ,0O0, which he will endeavor to recover
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Postmaster. AnpoInted.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2l.-The fourth class postmasters appointed were:
 New Jersey Columbus, T. S. Page
 New Nork-Amboy Center, J. w. Whalcy: Caughdenoy. R. r. Burghart Ira Station. F. C. Adams; Pennell. Mortimer Stebbins: south Richland, G. l.. Narney.
 Pennsyvan -Litchenfeld, 0. F. Johnston: Plymouth Meeting, J. S. Young; Windham, F. F., HaEador.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21

ternal revenue for the Fourteenth district of New York; James H. Forney of Idaho, to be attorney of the United States for the district of Idaho,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Movements of Ocean steam,h,ps.

NEW NOEK, Dec. 2l.-The following steamers are due here today: Marsala, Hamburg; Richmond Hill, London; Brook lyn City, Swansea; Croft, Dundee; Oeve- mum, Lisbon; Mohawk, London; State of Glasgow; Aller, Bremen; City of Para, Colon; Italia, Gibraltar; Hindoo, Hull. The following steamers sail today: Ethiopia, Glasgow; Dubbeldam, Rotter- dam; Rhaetia, Hamburg; Cienfuegos, Nassau; Orinoco, Bermuda; Peninsular,
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Freight and Passenger Trains Met.

AUGUSTA, Ga, Dec. 2l.-A serious wreck occurred on the Richmond and Danville railroad at Graniteville, $. C. The New York fast passenger train ran into local freight train on a siding. Engineer wv Ficklin was horribly scalded by escaping steam Three passengers were iniured
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
E1eItement at the Narner Trln1.

INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 2l.-While the Wag- ner trial was progressing in the criminal court in the presence of an immense audi ence, principally composed of ladies, Anna Wagner, the defendant, after passing through terrific cross examination, sud denly tainted. The court was at once thrown into confusion. The girl was re ViVed
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Artbur Stacker Par,ionea.

JERSEY CITY, Dec. 21.--The New Jelsey board of pardons met here, and the most notable prisoner whose freedom was de- creed is Arthur Stocker, who shot his wife and her sister, Kate Tierney, the morning after the John Dunne association ball in Jersey City in January, 1892.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Horsewhinned n Judcc.

pLAINFIELD, \. T.. Dee. 2l.-JudSe w. A. COddinEtou of the city court was horse whipped by .Iephtha Wagner, an old man who is known for his ecccntricities all over the country, just as he was leaving his of flee for his home, His wrath against Judge COddingtou aruSc from the fact that the latter had appeared as counsel in an eject ment suit against Wagner
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Burglars Did No, Disturb Him.

LONG ISLAND CITY, \. N.. Dec. 2l.-The Wallace cottage on Laurel Hill, suburb, was broken into by masked burglars. Mir. Wallace was asleep on lounge, and after taking the gold buttons out of his cuffs and q small amount of money from his vest pocket they left him sleeping.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
station Robbers Sentenced.

PIrFsBURG Dec. 2l.-W. D. Jones and J. Burt Davidson, the two desperadoes who pleaded guilty to several station robberics were sentenced respectively to nine years and six months and ten years and six months. They are also suspected of hay ing murdered their pal.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
OntarIo.s New Ltcutennnt Gnxcrnnr.

l OTTAWA, Dec. 2l.-Judge Fraser of the supreme court of New Brunswick has been 1 appointed lieutenant governor of the prov
 ince to fill the vacancy caused by the death | of Lieutenant Governor John Boyd
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Alleged Bomb Thrower Arrested

BRECKENRIDGE, Colo, Dec. 2I.-lohu Rover, miner, iS under arrest herr. charged with having attempted to assassi- nate Banker Engle by throwing a bomb into his bedroom.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Found Five Old Aztec TowDs

EDDY, N. NJ. Dec. 2l-WiIl McMillan of St. Louis and B. B. Bronson of Fl Paso, an authority on prehistoric Indian ruins, discovered about 10 miles below Eddy the Crumbled remains of five different Aztec towns that formerly contained, according to usual estimates, 5000 to 20, 600 people
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Made Insane by Grip.

Generally fair and warmer winds be coming southwesterly.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Will Try to Save Prenderra,t., Neck

CHICAGO, Dec 2l.-Attorney Wade, Prem derSast's counsel, created a sensation by announcing in court that he would accept any form of punishment for Preudergast but the rope. The prisoners family will accept a sentence for life in prison or an in stitution for the insane he said.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
4 NIinI.tcr Disnnncars,

NYACK, \. \, Dee. 2l.-A sensation has been caused here by the disappearance of Rev. Isaac r.. House, a retired Reformed church clergyman, 90 years of age, who has recently come into possession of fortune left by his father.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
NIacYenrh Confirmed.

WASHINGTON, Dec 21.-The senate in executive session confirmed the following nominations: Wayne MacVeagh of Penn sylvania, to be ambassador of the United States to Italy; John B. Riley of New York, to be consul general at Ottawa; Louis w. Pratt of New York, to be collector of in
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
NIother nnd son rurncd to ncnth.

PITTsBU EG, Dee. @l.-A fire occurred iu Braddock III which woman and her , ycar-old boy were fatally burned and an $ month-old baby badly burned. The lire was in the house of Charles Strake, Hun Carian. The mother had evidently been lighting the fire with coal oil.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
IT H F
CIOthi0r.

Having bought Manufac'urer' Stock of Pants. away below the regular figures, Eo place them befory th, public of Waterbury anl vicinity al su,h rrioes tllat no man or l-oy need eo without To ~ce them is to buy them Isr,k m ouI large show window. never wa< >uoh a -tock and assort- men, of well made Pantalnons brought to thi- ,i'y. All made mp for this seasons trair. of the bet fabrics. The raanufacturer being in need of money vo avail,i ouE~elves st tho great opportunity. and vlll give crlr customers the full benefit ci this remarkable sale, Call carly anl get first choice.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Three Men Crushed to Death.

W1kEsBAREE, Pa, Dec. 2l.-A fall of rock at the Lanceliffe colliery instantly killed three men named Peter Clark, John Dombroski and Michael Sonoski.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
pr. Green snoIIs n storr.

PRINCETON, N. J., Dec. 2l.--The report that two Princeton theological students have applied for admission to the Catholic church was denied by Dr. Green, president of the seminary.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
RunaIo's IlIr Season.

BUFFALO, Dec. 2l.-The actual amount of grain received at this port during the past season very nearly equals that of lS:r1; but, including flour and wheat, the total exceeds last year by about 5.uN GlO bushels.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Earthuuake or Metoore

ELKHART, Ind, Dec. 2I-A shock was distinctly felt here, and considerable dam age resulted in broken window glass. Some express the belief that it was an earth quake. Others claim it to have been caused by meteor eXploding in this yicinitH
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21

Are you ready for Christmas: have you found just what you want for your boys or their father. you can find it at our store We've lots of new goods that make sensible presents. HOw's a good warm Ulster. Reefer or Suit for a boy. our kind will wear year or more and he will feel good every time he puts them on Then We have Sweaters. Gloves. Caps and Neck wear for the little fellows ns we'll as for men. The older boys may not express a~ much pleasure, but they are just aS much pleased with a present, and they appreciate our goods for they know they are the best Lots of new Umbrellas, Canes. Mufilcrs Handkerchiefs, Shaving Toilet and Black ing Sets. Dressing Gowns. Smoking Jack cts and Bath Robes.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21

CHICAGO, Dec, 2l..-Charles Bacon Of Minneapolis died at the Nicollet hotel un- der circumstances which indicate that he had been drugged and robbed.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Virginia Senator, Exon.ro,.d

RICHMOND. Dec. 2l.-The senatorial in vestigating committee affirms that no fraud or improper means were used to nominate candidates for United States sen ator before the Democratic caucus
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
shot by the Town otarshal.

LITTLE Rock, Dec. 2l.-During street fight at Judsonia, II. P, Cleveland a prom inent lawyer. was shot and probably fatal ly wounded by Town Marshal J. N. Rich artls
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Editor McLean's Generous Gin,

CINCINNATI, Dec. 3i.-Mr. John k. Nc Lean, proprietor of The Enquirer, will ais- tribute at Christmas S5.OOO to the worthy poor of Cincinnati.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
The Bomb Thrower Confe..a.

BARCELONA, Dec. 2l.-Jose Codina, the anarchist who was lately arrested, has con- fessed that he was the author of the dyna, mite explosion that occurred in the Lyceum theater in this city on the night of Nov. :, when upward of 30 persons were killed
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Coast Guard ships For Cuba.

MADRID, Dec. 2l.-The minister of ma rine has submitted q proposal to build small squadron of gunboats for coast guard service in Cuba.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Garnet Meaxsrs Willing to ArbItrats

PHILApELPHIA, Dec 2l.-The striking carpet weavers of kensington decided to resort to arbitration to settle the differ. ences existing between them and the man. ufacturers.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21

HARTFORD. Dec. 2I.-The Hartford Cen tral Labor union vigorously protested at meeting against the proposal of Secretary Carlisle to issue bonds to meet the def cienCy, IL was suggested that if necessary the salary of the president he cut down to meet the emergency.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
,IexIcan War Veteran Dead.

ATLANTIC CITY, Dec. 2l.-Captain James B. Steelman, a veteran of the Mexican war died at Gravelly Run, Atlantic county aged gl wears
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
M-.n,1..n nn-....

CAMBRIDGE, Mas, Dee, 2l.-The report of probable Oxford Iale rslce has excited intense interest among Harvard men.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
More Homestead Riot Suits.

pITTsBURG, Dec. 2l.-W. :. Anderson, a prominent criminal lawyer of Youngs
 town, O., has been retained by a commit tee representing q large number of em- ployecs with view to commencing suits for damages against the Carnegie com
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
N.rro ,,iper. Cnu,e Trouble.

INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 2l.-There is a pros pect of trouble in the coal mines at Linton on account of scab negro miners from the south.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Spain Is ImDatient.

MADRID, Dec. 2l.-The foreign office has requested the Spanish minister at Tangier to strongly demand from Mohammed a settlement of the neutral zone and to de clare that Spain will brook no further de
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
To Investigate the Bloun, Appointment.

nIs
 WAsHINGToN, Dec. 2I.-The senate com mittee on foreign relations discussed the Hawaiian question, but in an informal way, having nothing regularly before it. The committee will consider the subject as presented by the presidents message lat CT, but at the time of the meeting the message was still upon the senate table, where it had been left to permit it's dis cussion.
 The committee has been uncertain as to how this subject could be taken up by the committee, but the discussion of the subject resulted in a decision to begin the work by investigating the alleged irregularities in our diplomatic dealings with Hawaii, as a result of which Senator Morgan was au- thoriZed to propose and present to the sen ate resolution for authority to this end. It is understood that this investigation is to go into the entire question, and that it will have especial reference to the appoint ment of Mir. Blount and the work perform ed by him in Hawaii. There has been quite q disposition manifested in congress to question the presidents right to make the Blount appointment.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Ennnhn Crock of Gold.

PITTsBURG, Dec. 2l.-While excavating for the foundation of q house, James Dixon, a contractor, unearthed a crock containing nearly $500 in gold.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21

NASHVILLE, Dec. 2l.-Rich and extensive phosphate beds have been discovered in Lewis county, this state.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Queer Aerial Display.

WILMINGToN, \. C., Dec. 2I-A curious phenomenon was seen here in the heavens It made a magnificent display, but no one seems able to determine just what it was, some describing it as n meteor and others as a comet
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
That Is What
 They All Say.

you are thinking of taking ont any Life or Endowment Insurance you cannot afford to pass Sheehan and Maloney, who nave lately come amongst us. But they bring with them years of experience and the strongest combination of companies in the branch of Insurance than tn gre is in the world; facts which should compel you to consult them first MneneTer i Tbsy wifi II Sbo T Ssrab
 line of Real Estate that they are trying to convert into cash. 1 know of one place on George Street. that anyone can have and they ask but S4OO in earh, Oh yes: had almost forgotten that you desired some one to look after your rents: well they are performing such duties for number of property owners hereabouts and am told they have several most desirable rents on hand at present. Then besides they have that Collection Agency by means of which you can collect all your outstanding debts now while business Is quiet. We'll hope you will pardon mo for not telling you more about this contemplating firm at present. but must go to their offic3 now and have this Affidavit Syvf1ru tn
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Striking Hatters NyenkcnIn~,

DANBURY, Conn.,, Dec. 2l.-Thc locked out matters are beginning to show signs of weakening, and many are leaving town daily for Newark, x. J., and other hating towns
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
pr. Lee Charred WIth Mnrhar

NEW HAVEN, Dec. 2l.-A warrant WAS issued for the arrest oc Dr. J. Edward ..e of this city, charging him with causing ae death of Mrs George Miller.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Big Days Work In tho Senate.
Secretary CarIisIe's Report.

WASHINGTON, Dec 2i-In the annual re port of the Hon. John c. Carlisle, secretary of the treasury, which was transmitted to congress, the secretary estimates the reve- nucs of the government for the fiscal year which will end on June 80 next at S43O,- l2l,Ooo, and the expenditures for the same period will amount to S45S, l2l, GOO, leaving d deficit of SIS, 000, 900 on the year.
 He mentions that there are Pacific rail road bonds known as currency sixes" is sued in aid of the Pacific railroads falling due within the year 1894 to the amount of S2, ,362, 900. which must be paid at maturity, and recommends that congress take action at this session to provide for them. He suggests as a means of enabling the gov. ernmcnt to promptly meet the emergency and to provide a larger reserve fund sev- cral courses of action.
 One is the issue of 3 per cent five year bonds in small amounts, to be disposed of through the subtreasuries and postofIices to our own people; another, the issue of $50 OOO, ,oO0 in one year per cent bonds at par. Until the effect of the repeal of the sherman silver purchase law Is more fully developed he does not consider it advisable to recommend further specific legislation on that subject. fTe favors legislation to authorize a more extended use of silver cer- tificates.
 He refers to the opinion of his predeces sor and of the late attorney general that the gain of seigniorage resulting from the coinage of silver bullion as it progresses con stitutes q part of the general assets of the treasury. and states that he has ordered the hints at New Orleans and San Fran cisco to be kept in readiness to commence the coinage of standard silver dollars al any time when required.
 He champions the system of substitut ing ad valorem duties for specific duties 1T the collection of customs, and recommend. an increase of 10 cents gallon in the in i ternal revenue tax on distilled spirits, tht l imposition of additional internal revenue taxes on cigars and cigarettes, the imposi l tion of new taxes on playing cards, cos metics, perfumeries, legacies and succes ! sions and incomes derived from invest ments in stocks and bonds of corporations and joint stock companies.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
EntnIIr Gnrch hrnn nnII.

MACoN, Mo. Dee 2l.-Art Wallace. was shot by a man claiming to be from Texas and styling himself Texas ranger.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
Arnory Corner.tone Laid.
New Industry For Pawsueket.

JERSEY CITY, Dec. 2l.-The cornerstone of the new armory for the Fourth regiment of the New Jersey national guard was laid.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-21
British War ye..e, Sink. A Shin

ATHENS, Dec 2I. The British war vessel Humber collided today with an Italian bark of Cape Matapau and cut her to the waters edge. There are no further details.