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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
THE MRS. COLIN MYSTERY.
No Tidings as to Her Wheronbouis-Sup'
posed She Has Suicided.
rSnecinl telecram % the DIspatch.l

Especial telegram 70 the DSpalch'l
CuARLorrEsyILLE, Va, July 2G.-The
Whereabouts OF Mrs. i. ". Coffin, who dis
appeared from her home on Monday morn
lnr last, is az mucn of :nystery now as on
the day of her disappearance.
A thorough search has been made in the
city OF Washington. where 1t was thought
by some that she had gone. Numbers of
persons IN this place affirm that she vas
seen by them at different places on Mon
day. The opinion seems 10 be growing
that her mind was unbalanced and that
she has committed suicide.
A party OF frienus and sympathi2ers
made q thorough search for the missing
lady this morning III the vicinity OF the
woollen-mllls and q large party went to
the Rlvauna this afternoon for the purpose
of dragging tine stream. MIR. Colin aud
his sons are still in Washington, but Will
return tonight or N the morning and
continue the search here.
sir. William Bruin, brOther-in-law OF
Mira Coffin, was here TO-DAY, but he could
throw no light on the unfortunate affair.
The letter written to him by the missing
lady was about business affairs and con-
tanned no reference whatever as to her H.
tentlOnS.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27

was united in marriage to Miss Irene V.
Cartwright only daughter Of Mr.. John
Cartwright. OF Nansemond county. The
ceremony was performed by ReY. A. u.
owen. u. d.. assisted by Rev. o. f. String
field. of North Carolina The party took
the Atlantic and DanviiIe railway for Ash
vile. N. c., where they will spend the
summer.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Land Agency Faiis.

DALLAS. TEX. July 26.-Ths old and
widely-known land, loan. and collecting
agency OF Murphy IL Bolans. the largest
concern OF the kind III Texas. made q
general assignment yesterday. No sche-
but as the firm did an enormous business
tho chances are that TIE liabilities will
reach $50. 600. Assets fully that amount.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
81 to Old Point via c. Is q. sanday, July
Rpfh

The Chesapeake and Ohio will run an-
other fast two-hour train to Old Point
next Sunday. July 30th. Leaving Rich.
mond 4 A. M.. arrive at Old Point 10 A.
NJ. Returning, leave Old Point Il. NJ.
arrive Richmond L. M, This tram
makes no stops between Richmond and
Ola Point. Tickets will bc sold at 81 foa
tho rouud trim.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
RoANOKe's READY ROBBERS.
Two Residences Rsided and Money Taken
Professor Ti,ts's Remains.
rspociai telegram to tho Dispatcn.l

Especial telegram TO tho Dispatch.l
ROANOKE, Va. July PA bold theft was
committed at the residence OF Samuel
Lawhorn last night during the absence OF
the family. Between IL and IL o'clock a
thief entered the house and stole two
pocket t-books-one containing S2G and the
other 80. About the same hour Mrs.
Martha L. Ferguson. on Park street.
while with no one III the house but two
children, was frightened nearly out OF her
80 an waking to see very black negro
abont 10 enter the upraised secoDd-story
window. She screamed for assistance and
the negro fed. ~
or the Virginia Agricultural and Me
chanical College at Blacksburg, who was
killed in railroad wreck at Wslch' W.
Va. YESTERDAY. passed through here, on
the noon train to-day 10 be inferred at
Petersburg. The romans were accompa;,
MED 10y the family of deceased and aguard
OF honor, consisting Of Lieutenant John
A. Hsrman aud q squad of Blacksburg
cadets
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
phenom-nsl Gold Find.

IBy Telegraph % IHe DIspaIcH.I
COLORADO SPRINGS. Col. July 26.-The
best strike ever made in Cripple Greek -
reported by the gold-mining company
which owns the Rhinoceros aud MI Des-
perandum mines. A vein twenty-five
inches thick has been uncovered twenty
two feet below the surface from which a
sample mill run gave 2l.7C0 ounces of gold
&c the ton.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27

At the request OF Colonel Morton Marye,
Auditor OF Virginia, writes the Washing
ton correspondent of the Alexandria Gd5etc.
Congressman Meredith called upon the
Commissioner OF Customs at the Treasury
Department to-day aud obtained an order
for the release Of a pair Of boots and coat
that belonged to General X. L. Lee, now
held at the custom-house IN New York.
They had been sent abroad 10 the sculptor
OF the Generals monument, who has re-
turned thCm.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Stock Brokers FsJ.

New YoRK. July 26.-H. ]. Nicholas 6
Co.. stock brokers, assigned TO William
Nelson Cromwell to-day. The liabilities
in loans are reckoned at si,25o.OoO. The
assignee says the firm can pay i6o cents on
the dollar and have a surplus left II the
creditors do not sacrifice the assets. The
cause Of the failure vas the neglect or In
ability OF customers ID respond to caiis
for margins.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Desth's poIngs In Loutsa Comfy.
. Il. x..s.-...ys fs.,.t-n 4

ICoTrespondence OF inc W'huIOud p'sp''"I
LoUIs, Va, July 26.-Mr. samuei Y.
Harris living near Mineral City, died last
Monday. He was - years of age and was
the father of fourteen children aud tho
grand aud great-grandfather OF hume.
ous offspring. He was helpless for several
years before death from paralysis. lie Was
held in the highest esteem by his neigh
bors and oil who knew him.
Mr.. William I. Saunders, living near
Poiudexters Store, died last Monday. he
dressed as usual in the morning and died
before IL o'clock. lie had served his neigh:
borhood as Justice Of the peace nearly all
of his life in a most acceptable manner,
and his loss both as au officer aud KIND
neighbor will be hard to replace.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27

rrabaniy fa,al sboe,,pr an,av.

'J.Hlenoe u tho Richmond Dispatch.l
y n.'. CuY, July 2o.-At the house Of
FP w Stanley, IN tho northern part of
D.'>, while the coiored population
,.', owing dance last night. diff
l.. '' hfred about 10 o'clock between
IL. 'iry aud George Tarey, IN which
' s4o, 1afey twice with a pistol. Drs.
'.A o., aud griffith were called in and
,'l ~ the balls. but up 10 this time
-. o'. been able 10 hnd them. The
t,.4., ,lay prove fatal. 30 far Lesley has
'----l lLe otilcers.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
S,ec,nl Rate for DIaner at Old Point.

"The Sherwood" Hotel at Old Point.
Mr. George Booker, proprietor, will serve
dinner to parties going on the Chesapeake
and Ohio Sunday excursions st the rate or
fifty 500 cents each. This will DO well
coined, coming "a it does from Tho
Sherwood" By all those who wish to
spend Sunday at the sea5hore.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Assign msnts In Nashville.

10y ssISsIuVH 70 N" D17p7-17H'I
NASHVILLE. TEws., July 26.--B. s. Logen-
thai a Son and M. J. Levy d Son, whole
sale waiskey dealers. and Subscher
brothers, proprietors OF the. Hermitage
Vinegar Factory and large produce dealers.
made special assignments to-day, The
the louisville Deposit Bank. which u .
large creditor OF the sssignors.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
woolIen.Mills Shut Down.
[By Telegraph TO the Dispatch


PHILADELPHIA, Pa, July 26.-The exten-
siye woollen-mills of Scatchard Brothers.
which nave been giving employment to
about ESQ hands, have shu: down indie
fnitely OWING 70 depression in trade. The
firm has been in business over quarter of
a century, aud this Is the first time opera
tions have been entirely suspended Ia the
mills
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
W. I.rnl,,, House DESTROYED.

IT tcI'EFbln 20 TOO UlsphItH'I
t.u.. ....t-yIrlF. Va. July 26.-The
q Mr. John B. Townly. Sr.. near
-.. t. this county. was totally de-
.-.. ty lire last night. The blazo
....... .. au upper room that had not
. .I since last sunday. 1t is sup
sat ulcr and matches caused tue
A.ue ot tine furniture IN the
.'.r, Was saved. but that IN tho
4s was gotten out with little
-...... A few days ago Mr. Townly
u ris money out OF tho bank,
.. rti II winch was burned. The
.. .r the money IS between S2,5OO
-.. Insurance not known.
Dickinson died at the residence
SO N. ,A-I, near BowlesyIlle, to-day.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Grand Army Lynehsng.

DENVER. COL, July 2G.--Last night an
italian killed q member OF the Grand
Army of the Republic in liquor saloon.
The murderer was arrested and jailed. A
mob broke into the jail tonight. took The
murderer out. lynched him, and riddled
his body with bullets Que OF the mob
was shot in the leg by jail guard.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27

In calling attention to our celebrated
Roller-Tray, which is the most conveniens
and strongest trunk made and which -
made IN every way superior TO all other
trunks. We beg to say that we warrant 10
the best and that We will do any necessary
repairs to them free OF charge.
Very respectfully.
ii. w. RoUsrRzg 4 BRorHxR,
Richmond, Va
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Courc,r-Committss Meetings.

The called meeting of the Council Corn
mittee OH Grounds and Buildings to have
been held Yesterday evening was post
poned until this afternoon at $3.50 o'clock.
The Committee on Health Will hold a
regular session at the same hour this
evening. The health Of Richmond will
very probably he discussed at some length
In this meeting.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Weddings In tho Cite, ny the Sea.

n ~ IVIVGfaIn 20 the Dispatch-l
~ OLA Va, July 26. Professor n. B.
81 & learned and distinguished
~, and Miss Euphenia N. Couper,
L. 4, Nofiolk's popular teachers and ar.
ud ,.ts s's pf.yately married this afternoon
Ia ~ ~ lnf Finelsnd. N. j.
S,r., Esttsmouth to-day 1T the Court.
lEe,,iisspust church. Professor William
''''' oi Wake Forest College. N. o..
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
The smai-PoS in Luuepbnrg County.

To the Editor of he Dispatch:
There are a thousand and one rumors
about the smallpox. and TO somewhat
correct these beg leave To state the facts.
| was at the Courthouse yesterday attend
ing the Electoral School Board. There
are ouly nine patients now aud they. are
conyalescent. and it has been forty days
since any ono has been exposed to IT.
who did not take It. Ii is con-
fined TO ono family OF negroes, and
they are under strict guard. Everybody
takes the greatest precautions TO prevent
its spread, aud / think we may consider
the danger entirely over now.
GEoEGE W. HsRDY,
School Superintendent. Lunenburg.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Cholera IN Pennsylvania.
fBy telegraph 70 the Dispatch. !

CuysrKn, Pa. July 2e.--An Austrian
named Wazok Prosch. recently arrived IN
this country, died here to-day from what
his attending physician declares was
Asiatic cholera.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
s.5 sLAze AT BLACKSTONE.
IsYge Dwellings Completely Con-
.rmei-Losses and Insurance.
---L LIZ -.rnt, a. fhn nlanntrh.l

H.t. ,I.,&, Ma. July 26.-Ihe large and
e. .. l.us dwelling house on Broad
.... eupied by hoy. NJ. i. Sanford,
... ,. rhe Baptist church, md owned
U. g. ". OycrbY. of Lunenburg
... uu. discovered 20 bee on fire this
.- ABOUT \ o'clock. and despite the
..-. p taf cltlz-ns tie building was en-
.... autd. The loss il $4,000, with
. insurance. Mr.. sanford was not at
H,, fuIuiture was saved IN q badly
.... condition.
|.. ..v dwelling Of Mr.. J. S. Robert,
Gil. north side, also took hre ana
.rt..y destroyed. Mr.. Robert
.I.3 DO moving most OF his FUR
.,.u which there was an insurance
ii'- house was insured Tor tSJJ
..r-lUrZ Savings and Insurance
...rl t.t this does not cover his loss.
- .DIugs could have been saved
..- Oil. -Oarcit, of water III that por-
.'.. town. Mrs. Io0ne, "a sister, OF
. ....r- on who was sick IN BED ~
t...e0t OBJ, FIRE and had TO be removed
Be- ... 90 -pteiy, is now III very pre-
..riuon, the excitement having
r-| t.r.
weather. is exceedingly warm here
-.- t.. s.rt much needed.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27

Continuation of the PawDbroker's Sale
Of 800. 600 worth Of fine Diamonds.
Watches, and Jewelry every night az 3
O'clock at No. 5l3 east Broad street. The
fullest guarantee given.
j. H. VALESTISE. Auctioneer.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Sunday Excursion to we,, point. vs.

Sunday, July 30th. the Richmond and
Danvillo railroad will run an excursion
tram To West Point. Tram will leave the
Richmond and Danville Depot et $3.50 A. NJ.
Returning leave West Pelnt ut L: NJ.
The tram will stop at all stations. Faro
for round trip, 7J cents.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Guests at Gotham's Hotels.

NV YORK, July 26.-G. c. McGilvray,
Imperial; ". l.. Hardy, New Netherlands; /;
". +. Reddy. Broadway Central; A. Can
stOn ST. Denis.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Choc,nw Execution Postponed.

10y E'I'sE VI v VIZ y
WAsHIxGroN. ID. c.. July ga telegram
has been received Gt the Interior Depart
ment from Inspector Faison announcing
that the execution OF the Condemned
Choctaws has been further postponed
from August 4th 10 September oth by
order of the Choctaw Court.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27

The New Prsysr-Books and HymnsIss
We have received the second shipment
in the various sizes. bindings. and prices,
and can supply promptly individuals and
churches. sIngly or in quantities. Hunter
& Co G21 T. Broad.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Collectors sca'ps Desired.
III, tnIozrnnh IN fhe nfannfch-I

WAsnIsarox. July 26.--This afternoon
Secretary Carlisle requested the resigne-
tions of the following Collectors Of Inter
nal Revenue. their terms Of office. II Is ex-
planned. having about expired; r. A.
White. North Carolina; James ID. Brady,
Virginia; Patrick Ii. NcCauli. Virginia.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Deo,b of Richari Dickinson.

KEswlcg, VA, July 2G.-Mr. Richard
Dickinson died this eYening Of typhoid
fever az bis bone. near Bowesyille. He
had been i'll for several weeks past: His
funeral will take place at Grace church
tomorroW evening.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
MARRIAGE IN JAPAN.
Cora Blanche Lanerty to Charles NJ. Brad
b1ry. of Petersburg,
lBy telegraph to tho Dispatch. ]


VANCOUVER. b. C., July 26.--The steamer
Empress of India, from China and Japan,
brings advices that Cora Blanche Latferty.
of Pittsburg. was married TO Charles Nit
taur Bradbury, of Petersburg. Va, at Ka-
naiwai. Japan. July 4th. by the Rev. L. &.
Winn. In addition 10 the religious cere-
mony q civil ceremony was performed nt
the United States Consulate for Hiogo and
Osaka.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27

A lawn party will be given this eyenin:
at O'clock at the residence Of Mrs. J. b.
Bigger for the benefit of the Ice Mission.
Refreshm ants will oe served at moderate
prices. The public ,s cordially invited TO
nall
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Fziiars ia fur1itore.
fhy telegraph 20 the plspaecn.l ]

ATLANTA, Ca. July 26.-A temporary
receiver was appointed last night for X.
ii. Snook 4 Son. furniture dealers. Assets
and liabilities not given.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27

Mantels. Crates. and Thing. IN various
styles and low prices, at
JoHE BowERs's. Governor street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27

Insurance companies allow 5 per cent.
discount on policies on buildings with
Galvanized Iron cornicss. Send for or
'phone Thomas N. kendier and have gal
ysnized iron substituted tor wood. The
discount on policy will pay for II in ashors
while.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
81 ROnnd Trim al.

Delightful excursion to Norfolk and
Newport News next Saturday night on
the new steamer Pocahontas at 10 o'clock.
See advertisement.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27

n yonr back aches, 90 you sxe Al vorn cut.
good for nothing, IL u general debfiisy. BHowNS
faoS BfrERs will cure you. make you ssrous,
tones the nerves
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
BIDS FOR THE COLLEGE.
The Contract win Probably he Awarded
Tc-Day-Need of Sewer Connections.

as the Building Committee Will not meet
until this afternoon.
A member Of the faculty SAID last night
that be hoped the college and hospital
would be in operation oy the lst Of Octo-
Der, though the failure Of the Finance
COMMITTEE of the Council 70 Oact on .he pc
titions of the two institutions for the e1-
tension of the city gas and water-mains
and the sewerage system TO tho Pinel
property had somewhat disconcerted
the plans of those interested. A sewer
connection, he said. was more noces-
sary than q gas and water supply, esps,,
cIaily for the hospital. As he understood
the situation 1t would cost some $4,000 10
build the main sewer for Lee District. IT
tho city would make that improvement no
was satisfied the two institutions would
make the connection az their own cost.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
Nv looGe OF oDO-FeLLoWs.
lan'l'sd IN Eo-folk-Prisouers for AL
bonn, damaged in a Collision.


...i.lcc Of the Richmond Dispatch.l
July 26.-A now lodge Of the
OIder Of Odd-fellows, known
Lodge, No. 44, was instituted
h Jenny uf Music last night with
..r. Graud-Master Thomas n.
at EaOhmOnd. and Grand-Kepre-
.w-- IS. Blanks assisted IN the
. J.. IlfgrOvo was installed as
--.i 4 banquet followed tho
ut midnight and u number OF
'.i 't-il other cities were present.
HIs SUCCESSOR.
l' '..aI Maupln has resigned bis
a1 agent Of the Norfolk and Wash
ID. Cd Steamboat Line al this
Il. vail bc succeeded by Mr.. ID. J.
-'. ut Newport News.
t,-t Llt-0-States. Marshal Cross left
D.. --t Tor Albany with several prison.
VS. Vctti ~ the last court here.
+.r lopner Laura q. Anderson was
.amaged IN a collision yesterday
aaH'lcf schooner oii Craney Island.
"i. inbE j. Phillips, SUPERINTENDENT of
'iuS DIVISION ia the city post
7- resigned and Mr.. Stephen V.
,'.i ' Will succeed hIm. Mr.. Phillips
',1 al health.
". ". Smith, president OF
N- p--Macon. has gone 70 the Eastern
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27

Gas aud Electric Chandeliers and
Globes, Now designs and low prices.
yon BowsRs.
No. Governor street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
AUCTION sALxs ro-DAx.

HIGH CoNsrABLEs sALR II. oe,ock 4. Y,
asNn Iie oAa.hsrkst spsss. bAr>eoanssrs
nxtugeo. &c. - as..,l
/ q JoISsoN, ,s.ss !. y, Asssslsa "a
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
BANK OFFICERS ARRESTED.
Charge of Grand Larceny In Connection
with TailurP.
lily telnzrnnh 70 the ni.nntch.i

DENVER, Cot. July 2e.-President NJ. j.
Lawrence. Of the Peoples Savings Bank.
was arrested at his office this afternoon on
a warrant charging grand larceny in con-
nection with the failure of the savings
bank. The warrant was sworn to by W.
NJ. Casey IN behalf Of his wife. Sophie
Casey, who is depositor IN the bank to
the amount of 1900. The same warrant
upon which President Lawrence was ar
rested also called for the arrest of Cashier
+. G. Schrader upon the same charge and
he, too, was arrested. The charges upon
which the proceedings are brought is that
the bank received deposit FROM Mrs.
Casey within thirty days previous to the
failure. This is alleged to be q violation
of the State law and IS held by that law 10
be primG- fdcje evidence that the officials OF
the bank knew that tho bank was insol-
vent. This, under the law. makes the
officials liable to prosecution for grand
larceny. Mrs. Casey made a deposit on
June 25th last. The bank closed its doors
July 18th. its last business day being
Saturday. July 18th. President Lawrence
declares that no official act of tho officers
of the bank can reflect upon their honor
or good faith and that he has no fear OF
deyelOuments
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
ARRESTED AND sNLyp.

CINCINNATI. O., July 26.-Clarence NJ.
Oyerman. late president and director OF
the Citizens National Bank. OF Hillsboro'.
o.. was arrested by a United States mar
shal to-day at Hillsboro' on warrant
sworn out by United States Attorney John
W. Herrau. and brought before United
states Commissioner John f. Bruce. He
is charged with embezzlIng $4,000 of the
banks funds, and also with making false
entries in o report to the Comptroller Of
the Currency as to the banks condition
en- May !, 1898. He pleaded not guilty.
His bond was fixed by the Commissioners
at S10.O 900. and not being able to give the
same to-day. he was committed to Jail. He
will be given a hearing tomorrow. Over
man Is q cousin of Ex-Governor Foraker's.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1893-07-27
storm ss yyhss,isg.

lBy telegraph 70 the pispasch.l
wHxrlrxo. w. Va, July ao.--A terrific
thunderstorm passed over the upper part
Omaha daily bee., 1893-12-10
just n Dash of Diamond News

Iidhh LAY Is II chicago DOUDy.
Joe Strauss has made application for u
position on the big leagues umpire staff.
white Wings Tebeau has turned
"washee washce man" out in Denver. He is
at the head of a big steam laundry.
Danny Stearns will probably be seen on
first for Sioux City the coming season, while
George Hogriever will be in the field.
Watty, who will guide the Corn Huskers
through the season of '04, wants Joe Walsh
for short.
Galesburg, Burlington. Peoria and Mon
mouth are talking of n four-cluo interstate
league in case the lllinois-lowa is not re-
vived.
Billy Hart, the pitcher, who has been off
the diamond for two seasons. says his arm
is again as strong as ever, and he expects a
trial with Cincinnati next season.
Manning promises to give Kansas City n
strong team. 1t will be made up in part of
last years Savannah, Ga, team, but there
will be a number of new men on the pay roll.
On his way home to Oswcgo, Dad Clarke
Is reported to have waved Il roll of advance
money in the conductors face, and ther
howled, Pm a Giant It's also said that
he couldn't go to sleep until two brakemer
sat on him.. Dad is all right, so long as he
turns up here in shape to pitch good ball. II
he doesn't, Heaven help him NM Yorl
Herald,
Omaha daily bee., 1893-12-10

Bits with the Mists.

Kid Carson of Denver was knocked out in
four rounds by The Montana Kid down at
Hastings a few nights ago.
1t is reported that n limited round Ego"
between Johnny Griffin and George Dixon
will soon be arranged, to take place at Bos-
ton.
Jim Hall and Steve O'Donnell intend to go
on the road and give sparring exhibitions.
Hall, however. will assist in training
Mitchell for his coming fight with Corbett.
1t Charley Mitchell wins his fight with
Corbett he will cave England and come to
Buffalo to reside. 1t is quite improbable
that we will have the pleasure of Chawley's
residence ~here.-Buffalo Commercial.
Arthur Ed wards of Las Vegas and Jim
Flynn, billed as the boss of the welter-
weights of New Mexico, are to get together
and help in a iistic way to dedicate a new
amphitheater ut Los Cerrillos on December
81.
Charlie Johnson, the St. Paul boy who
recently punched Wiley Evans into the land
of Nod, added Jack Flynn TO his list of vic
Tins at Charleston, w. Va, last Monday
night. Seven rounds suficed to put Flynn
asleep.