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Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25
rHE oRAToRIo oF"ELIJAn."
The Tuesday Clubs Most Successful
Evcnt--The Chorus Singers Delight the



Audience.
What the Tuesday Club accomplished at
the Opera House Monday night has added
another to its long list of successes. In the
opinion of large share Of the audience it
was by far the finest Oratorio work yet
presented in Wilmington. The chorus
Singing was a thorough pleasure through
out the whole Of the evening. There WIS
not Il wearying note or measure in the
whole of it. The sooists did rs usual. Miss
l.ore's efforts received well merited APP
plause and the singing of the new tenor,
Nicholas Dnuty, of whom II was SAID last
evening that his tenor singing was the
finest heard in oratoriO here, cannot per-
haps he seriously questioned. lie has n
full, clear, musical voice and his enuncla-
ton is simply a luxury.
The setting of the stage was "a palpable
hit" Such good taste in stage arrange
ments should always be commended. The
upper part Of the proscenium was daintily
eked out in light green and white tints and
Topped with dogwood bnughs.
Two or three score of late arrivals were
the cause of some comment. DIR. Gilchrist
tapped his desk and commenced work
punctually, The first few passages of the
oratorio had been completed when the in
curSinn of the tardy people caused such
disorder that work had to be stopped and
the odd but hardly pleasant spectacle was
presented of the leader turning to the audi
encc and occupying himself for several
minutes in the observance of the process
sion of the people passing down the ecu
trial aisle in search Of seats.
Following the introductory rccitative
the chorus launched forth in mastery
style, Help Lord!' affordng volume
Of harmony in full reply to the orches-
tratinn. The first applause was that given
to the duet and chorus lord bow Thine
ear to prayer"
The next point worthy of observation
was the delightful surprise given by the
new tenor in his opening solo, NC people,
rend Your hearts" The following chorus
especially ut the measure "lIc mocketh
US, was simply magnificent. Then Miss
Lore sang i'll manner that showed her
tine vocal power and marked progress.
Following the strong hearty exhortation
Of the contraltu. Thou shalt love the Lord
thy God with all thine heart, the tunelu,
serene, antithrSls of the chorus, in the
lines blessed is the man." was a bit of
exquisite experience, closing IN artistic
effect and great dignity in the sentiment,
lie Is gracious, compassionate.
Then came one Of the daintipst choruses
Of the evening, "Baal; we cry to thee. +"
The dramatic story of "Elijah's conflict
with the priests of liaal, one of the chief
motives of the oratorio. was graphically
illustrated as the instruments rolled out in
humorous tones, pictlring the coming
storm The prayer of the prophet to the
true Tod, gathering IL importantly, and
Elijah" derision Of Baal's servants and
their deaf god, who perhaps slept or had
g0n" hunting. was sung with admirable
ABILITY by all the participants.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25
EIG mr. womEN nADLr IyJuEhD.

A Failing section of Floor Creates Havoc
During the session OF the Wnnehs
Congress II the World'4 Fair.
CmCAGo, l.L., May ga disastrous
accident To-day married the close of the
great Congress of Women. A section
Of flooring, 20 by 80 feet in extent,
forming an entrance to Washington
Hail, in the Art Institute, suddenly gave
way and fell to the ground, distance
of l2 feet.
Sevcnty.fivc women fell in mass OF
struggling humanity, and the cries OF
thousands of women already assembled
contributed TO the excitement that lol-
lowed. Cries of pain and terror arose,
and from the collapsed section of the
building came the mast exaggerated re-
ports OF many persons killed or injured.
After scores Of people rushed TO the
rescue and the nearly four score Of
women had been cXtriCatcd, it was
found that about eight persons had been
seriously injured, but none Of them
fatally. The most seriously injured are :
Mrs. Ada Jack, Forty-second and
Michigan avenue, Chicago; Mrs. A. G.
Briggs, Argyle Park, H.; Mrs. G.
Greedy, Chicago; Miss Minerva tirccly,
Chicago; Mrs Emily Patterson, Chicago;
Mrs. George H. Dcnuct, Rockford, H.;
Mrs. w. Townsend, Grand Rapids,
Mich; Mrs. A, G. Northup, Auburn
Park, Ill.,; Mrs. j. H. Laing, Chicago
OF the injured Mrs Jack suffered the
greatest pain. When the floor gave
way she was in the centre Of the crowd
and fell under the struggling throng.
Her lett leg was doubled under, and
when the rescuurs pulled her out the
mcmber hung limp and useless,
Mrs. Briggs Of Argyle Park was suf-
fcring from an injury Of the same kind,
though not Us scrious.
Luckily the majority of the women
composing the SIX dozen who fell were
! strong, young or middle-0ged, and were
| soon ablu 20 take care of themselves.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25

The Proposed Erection of n New Gram
mar Schooi--openiuG of Bids for Heat

The Proposed Erection of n New Gram
mar schUoi--opeminE of Bids for Heat
ing.
At the meeting If the Board of Educa-
tiun, ON Monday, in the absence of Pres.
dent Baird DR.. w. q. Shortlidge presided,
The chez subject of discussion was the
erection Of the proposed new grammar
stnool in the northwestern part OF the city.
At q previous meeting the appropriation
for the school was limited to $4,000.
There was some doubt in the minds of
certain members as to whether the above
sum would he adequate to the demands for
the new building and il was suggested that
the appropriation lie increased to $4,000.
Objection was raised to any increase in
the appropriation, aud the matter was laid
over until the next meeting.
The following bids for heating at the
new school were opened Joseph Jenkins,
$3.50 iawthrnp Brother Company, 5000;
II. \, Miller. S2,G+T, Brisun Heating Com
pany, $25li; Etison 4 Company Especial
bidl, 81 2-3. The awarding OF the con-
tract was deferred,
The fullnwua bids for building the new
grammar school we're Opened: Calvin /.
SwRyne, Sll,HI; A. Eckman. Si4. lH6; j.
VI. Collins, sis IA; q, W. parvis. S46.iII,
w r. Seeds, si5.UOO j, Il. y. Seeds x
Son, $40. 5O2 So ". H. Fouik * Son,
Si7,9i' John Mulvena Si2,gS Philemma
Chandler, Sl7 ,2OO; ". McCloskey & Bro,
SIT, 49,
The special committee on Eastlake
scnuo reported in favor Of its continuance.
Notice was given Of the school election
for members ri the school board from
each ward on June 10th.
The board decided to allow the bill pre-
scented by Peter L. Cooper, Jr., for 5000 Tor
professional SERVICES in behalf of the
board before the legislature.
The report OF the committee on bylaws
was nAnnteh.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25
SMIrH GOES 70 ERO0KLYN.
Taken to Kings County Penitrntfary by
Marshal Lannan Tuesday.

Peter T, l.. smith, tue drfaulting paying
teller, Of the First National Bank, lett the
T., W 4 b. railroad station Al $50 o clock
Tuesday, in charge of Marshal Hew-
son l.. Lunnan, Depgty Marshal DAVID
W Hughes and Sheriff peitce could, en-
route IL the Kings county Pententiarv at
Brooklyn \. I. The convicted bank
teller goes t. .erve term Of seyeA years
imprisonment.
The eX-bank teller was clad in a neat
dark SUIT ri clothes, ana DESPITE the state
mcut that he has suffered deep mental
anguish he looked remarkably we'll. lie
wore d dark gray slouch hat and Was clean
shayen.
There were few at the station when the
party bOardei the tram and very little
curiosity was manifested. Previous to the
departure % the train MIR. Smith was
driven to his home in q TAB By United
States Marshal lannan. and an affecnonate
farewell was said u his wife and children.
| The party then returned to the station and
| boarded the $50 train for Philadelphia.
At the Kings County rcnitcntiary
| prisoners are allowed TO receive friends
| ami members Of their family once in
| every three months, bnt only in tho
| presence III the authorities of the jail
| They are kept IA solitary confinement.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25

This wears graduating class Of Della
ware College at Newark, This state have is
sued handsome engraved cards of invita-
non to the graduating exercises 10 he held
the graduates this year are as follows
Francis A, C0uch, George II. j. Edmund
son, A. Ice Ellis, Niullerv Foulk, Robert
y. llutfeckcr, .lr., Walter ". Hynson, W.
w. Knowles, Abner q. Plumb, Brooks l..
Ross, Alexander J, Taylor, j. Martin
Tharp, Edward o. Walton and Julius Ii.
Wolf. The honor men are Alexander ]
Taylor and Julius II. Wolf, the former the
to.ian,
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25
ODD EEhLomS ON rISlr.
Members of the Order in This City Make
IA Pleasant Visit Upon - Philadelphia

Members ut the Order in This city Make
Pleasant Visit Upon - Philadelphia
Lodge.
Representatives from Lodges Nos 2, 5,
Is, Il. - aud -. |. .. ., f., uf this GUY,
Numbering about ~. went Ia Philadrl-
phla last Monday night, To visit Lodge
No. 80 Of that city. The PARTY left here
OH the 7Ot train, r. W. 4 Il. railroad,
reaching Philadelphia about clock.
The visitors went directly to the hall Of
Damascus Lodge, on Columbia avenue be-
tween Twelfth and Thirteenth streets. The
special object was 10 witness the working
OF the second degree by the degree staff Of
Damascus Lodge which was done in All
unusually interesting manner,
After the visitors had been received in
due form and address was made by james
+. Price, Grand Master Of the Grand
Lodge Of Delaware, ant by Grand Repre-.
sentative James IL. ApplcGy At the close
of his remarks Grand Representative
Applcby presented to Past Grand Edward
Linton. captain of the degree stan Of
Damascus Lodge, a handsome past grand ;
collar, ia recognition of tho Valuable Sur
vices he had rendered his lodge in the past
Other addresses were made by the visit.
| ing members
Noble Grand Harrison of Damascus.
| just before adiournng the lodge paid 4
! high compliment to the degree staff 81
Eden Lodge No a. of this city, saving IN
| the course OF his remarks that they could
not be cXCcllcd BY any degree staff in III,
| United states
Tnc,ylsiturs returned to Wilmington OF
| the l2.Oi tram, The visit was very en-
| ioyab!e one
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25
MEErlvG or MINISTERS.
Wilmington NJ. D.. Preachers Association
--YiSitOrS Present.

~ lNilbTN i'ItSthts
Al Mondays session Of Whining
ton VI. T. Preachers Association, the
kev. T. L. Martndale, d. D., read Il
sermon tho subject OF which was 1.-The
Absence Ct Thomas
Professor James W. Marshall was in
trOducGd aud delivered IL brief address.
He was graduated from Dickinson Col.
lcge in lSiS and shared the honors of
his class with the late ], A. j. Gresswell,
who was postmastcr-gcneral under
President Grant, and with the Rev. T.
SnOwdpn Thomas, editor of the Pcpin-
Spia Mct6odjst Mr.. Marshall was pro.
frssor Of languages at Dickinson Col
lcgc from lSAS to 1862. He was
first assistant postmastcr-gGueral under
Mr.. Cresswcll and after the lattcr's
retirement he held the posi-
ton Of ostmaster-genrral for one
year. During the Presidency Of Abra-
ham Lincoln he was United States CON
sui u Leeds, ENGLAND. lie has also
served as general superintendent Of the
railway mail service. During their SO.
journ in This city Prof. Marshall and his
wife are guests 81 their son, r. Il, Mar
shall, superintendent Of motive power
on the r., w. < H. railroad. 10 the
members of the association Professor
Marshall exhibited an autograph letter
of John Wesley, dated September Both,
1871
The association was to have given
Bishop Malialicu reception, but busl.
| ness hurried his departure from the CITY
| The bishops regrets were expressed by
| tine Kew John y. DubbinS, y. u.
I m, R.ys n Az - N,,t,,.,,., r.,
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25
1 poLfcEm4N DISMISSED.
Ofticer Maxwell Nahoney Discharged by
the i.nhrd OF pnIIce commissioners

Charged Will conduct unbccoming an
officer aud with conduct injurious to the
public peace aud welfare, officer Maxwell
Mahonry was permanently dismissed from
the police force by the Board Of Pu!irc
Commissioners last Monday The board
saw no reason whv they should take action
in the case pl officer Kellther. there being
no evidence that hc acted contrary to the
rules Of the board,
fhe Cnmp.aat against Officer Mailoney
was brought by rca,on OF his dis0rderly
conduct 1t New Castle jail On saturday,
May 18Th. Officer keliehers department
was found to be good aud his case was dis.
missed
The board awarded the contract tor a
new patrol wagon to Fullerton 4 Walker
vi Philadelphia,
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25
pIea as the seat nrnchen PORT.

QUEENSTOWN, May 2O,-Amoug the
saloon passengers on the steamer
Umbria, Captain Mckay, which sailed
from New York May 18th for Liverpool,
was Walter +. Bowers. The Umhria
reached Queenstown this morning. Just
as she was entering the harbor Mr..
Bowers died from heart failure and
paralysis. The body of Mr.. Bowers
will not be landed here but will be taken
to LIVERPOOL
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25

WAsHINGToN, May -Chaunccy Fl.
Snow, journalist and civil engineer, died
here yesterday, aged so years. lie was
one of the corps of engineers who con.
stIucted the IIoosac Tunnel, and rem
dered valuable service TO the govern.
mcnt by his feats Of engineering during
the late war He was a government
director Of the Union Pacific railroad
ind his report led to the Credit Mobiler
investigation.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25

Mrs. Auzellah Hart Of Townsend died
at that place on Tuesday, aged II years.
The deceased was a hlghly esteemed and
well kaown resident Of t,c reighborhood.
She was the mother Of ticncral J.. G. Hart
Of the firm of Lichtenstcin & Hart of this
city. Others OF her children who survive
her are George NJ. u. Hart storekeepcr of
Townsend; Edward Hart, lumber mer-
chant; Walter u. Hart. stock dealer, and
Mrs. Mollie T.. Reynolds. One of the chill.
dren is the widow Of Dr, l'nrvis Of Mid
dletnwn. She Is also an aunt of James
l.. Willis of the Hotel Willis.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25

John McKeowan nt Newark was given a
surprise party n few days ago by his children
in celebration of the 70th anniversary of
his birth. The attendance was large and
included his aunt, aged s3 years, his grand
daughter, his great granddaughter, in her
4th year, and relatives from Newport
News and Richmond. The occasion was
most pleasant.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25

READlSG, PA, May 22.-Captsin
Jonas NJ. shollenberger of near Fleet
wood, one of the best known citizens of
Berks county and at one time holding
the Office Of register Of wills, was killed
in a runaway this morning white driv-
ing 70 attend a MhitmondaY celebration.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25

A meeting OF the executive committee
Of the sunday. school Columbian celc
bratlon was held saturday evening in
st. Paul's VI. Il. Church. Increasing
interest in the demonstration was re-
ported, The following committees were
appointed Music, George W. rodd and
\, V. Hysorc; grounds, Charles Baird,
l.. y, Jones and Neil Comfy. Joseph
Pyle, the chairman of the executive
committee, was authorized to engage
speakers. The following suggestions
were made That each school,
willie M parade, be in charge If its
superintendent that the children Sing
while on march; that j. T. Clymcr lie
appointed musical director; and TINT
the route Of parade be as follows Form
on seventh street, the right resting ON
West march along Seventh to Market,
thence to Tenth, to Delaware avenue,
70 Rodney street, TO BrandywIue lark.
The demonstration will cost between
5000 and $500 There will be erected
in the park rcircshinent stand, which
will be leased 10 the highest and best
bidder. The executive committee will
meet at the same place next saturday
evening.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25
TINE DEAN SALE RETURN.


EN-l'miied States Marshal MahalTy made
return to The nitcd States court Monday
q the sale Of the Dean property 1t New
ark. The amount turned IN to court was
about 5000, and was distributed Among
the heirs.
The Dean ease grew ont Of a contest b..
tween the heirs and executor John II.
Walker, regarding the payment Of 50. 0Oo
which Joseph Dean had willed under
certain conditions. The case appeared as
that Of Jane Atwood ct al vs. John ",
Walker, and was decided Ia the district
court IN favor Of the plaintiffs, namely,
estate and be given to them
IN appca! was taken to the court Of ap.
pcals IN Philadelphia, The DECISION Of tac
/ lower court was sustained and the sale was
| ordered. After some stays the sale took
/ place early this month.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25

BATEsyILLE, ARK, May 22.-Sstur-
day afternoon ut Pleasant Plains, in this
county, Professor II. l. rhorp shot and
instantly killed Thomas X. Mason for
siandering his wife. The shooting &C.
CURED III w. Dumas store in the
presence of 90 men Thorp surrendered
at once and was brought here yesterday.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25

GREENsnOEorGH, Mp, May 22.-Assist-
ant Fish Commissioner Thomas Hughictt
has deposited luDO,O00 shad fry in the
Choptank river at Greenshnrough. This
will largely increase the fish culture here
and will also he very encouraging to the
fishermen.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25

CHESTER, Pa, May 22.-rhe gents
furnishing goods store of Mr.. Lipson, at
Media, was partially destroyed at an
early hour this morning, by an incen-
diary fire. Loss on building and con.
tents, $4,000; partially covered by in.
surance.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25
A SENSATION IN THE PULPIT
Pastor Sunderland Sharply
RebukeS Preacher Smith
IN THE PRESIDENTS PRESENCE
1t Grew Out of a Reference to
the Briggs Fight.

A sensational Scene in washington
Presbyterian Church, when the Rev.
Byron Sunderland Iicbukes IA Young
VISITING Minister Who Preached the
sermOn---l'he Latter President Cleyo-
lands Guest.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25
new YORE'S GREAT SPEED
The Famous Cruiser Fastest
in the World.
SUCCESS OF THE OFFICIAL TRIAL
A Speed of 2l.O7 Knots Per
Hour Attained.

The New Armored Cruiser Fairly Flew
Through the Water Over the Measured
Course Every Requirement Fulfilled
and IA Handsome Premium Earned by
Her Builders.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1893-05-25
Died at The Ago r1os Years.

ELMIRA, N. y, May 22.-Mrs. Anna
Ross, aged lO2 years, probably the Oldest
person in this section Of the State, died
here yesterday.
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-07-28
HAILED WITH CHEERS
ViCe-PreSident Stevenson on For
eign Soil.
Citizens of Victoria Turn Out to Greet
the Distinguished Visitor and
His Party.
Special 10 TUE MORNING CALL.

VICTORIA, B. c.. July .27.-Vice- Presi-
night from Puget Sound by the steamer
City of Kingston, were met by large
crowd, who cheered Justify as the steamer
tied at the dock. The vessel flew the stars
aud stripes. Public and other buildings
on shore displayed bunting. Mayor
Beaver, United States Consul Myers and
other citizens received the distinguished
party, who were escorted to carrlages.>ttnne
baud in attendance playing 'f he Star
spangled Banner" and Other American ma
tlonal airs.
stevenson received an ovation as he
passed through the throng. people raising
.ne'r ha's and cheering, the Vice-Presi-
B1ent a. knowiedging the courtesy by lift
ing his hat, standing bare-headed 1n the
carriage and bowling to the people.
After brief wait Mayor Brown, Vice
President and Mrs. Stevenson drove off in
the leading carriage followed by others in
which were Consul Myers. Adjutant-Gen
eral Kane of the Washington National
Guard, and number of other well-known
ladies and gentlemen. After passing
through the principal streets Esqumalt
was visited.
The Vice. President took great interest
in the Esquimalt drydock. of which he
made a very close examination. after
which the party took pleasant drive. In
the evening Mr.. Stevenson was pre- sen ted
with an address by the Board of Trade Of
Victoria, and left for home at a late hour,
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-07-28
l.. VESARIA'S TAG.
A Strange Revelation of
the Pacific Bank.
Eight Thousand Dollars Drawn Out
by the Paying Teller After
Its Suspension.

When the Bank Commissioners were
investigating the affairs OF the Pacific
Bank the discovery was made of tag for
$4,000 charged to Louis Vesaria. the paying
teller. The story goes that very soon after
the banks suspension, on June %. Mr..
Vesaria drew out that amount. and that
the officers of the bank were entirely ign o.
rant OF the peculiar transaction.
For thirty years Mr.. Vesara has been
connected in one way or another with the
bank. Many years ago-he is now 70
years old-he was tollkeeper on Captain
Jim McDonald's mountain road. near Lake
Tahoe. An adventure with stage-robbeIs
brought to light some good qualities In the
tollkeepsr's character, and Captain jim
took a fancy to him aud gave him posi-
tion in the bank
In course OF time-about ten years ago,
it is saba certificate OF deposit for
100000 was surrendered by Captain Jim
Mcdonald. Mr.. Vesaria gave him credit
for it and putin some Of his own money.
but he kept the certificate. The claim is
set up by Vesaria that the $4,000 drawn
out by him constituted a balance due him
out of that item of $4,000. The $4,000 is
TO be made good.
There is query that quite naturally
arises, however, in connection with this,
and that is: Ii the $4,000 constituted a
balance. what is the record as to the re-
naming $50 GOO?
The morning call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1878-1895, 1893-07-28
SCHOOL FUNDS.
An Important Financial Question for
New Counties.

SAN BERNARDINo. July 27.-Dr. Lyman
Gregory, Superintendent OF Schools of
Riverside County. appeared last evening in
the County Treasurer's Office OF this
county and demanded payment Of war
rant drawn In favor of the schools Of
Riverside County to the amount Of over
$4,000. which tile Treasurer declined to
pay. Upon being refused Gregory de-
clared that he would bring suit for inn
mediate payment.
The County Treasurer holds that he has
no right u pay the money out of the
county treasury to Riverside County, ex-
cept upon IN order Of tho commission ap-
pointed to adjust al settlement; and
furthermore. this money was not due to
Riverside County on the 9th day OF last
March, the date Of the passage of the act
creating Riverside County, and at whic,,
date all balaucss must be computed. In
other words tits hsId that Riverside is n OF
entitled TO any Of the State school funds,