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Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
WASHINGTON NEWS.
GOLD OF COURSE,

Washington, Dec. 2.-There was tn
greatest coinage in recent years for I
single month during the month jus
closed. The pieces coined numbered
over 100000.
CHANGING THE RULES.
If certain senators make good theil
promises, there will be a strong effort
made at the coming session to amend the
rules limiting debate. No fewer than
nine amendments have been presented to
the committee. If the question comes
up the country may expect one of the
most animated debates that has ever
taken place in the senate.
TARIFF ESTIMATES.
The meeting of the ways and means
committee yesterday was brief. The es-
Inmates to besubmitted showing:the prob
able difference in revenue that would re-
suit from the new tariff bill were not
complete and the committee adjourned
until Monday to give Clerk Talbot and
his assistants further time. The labor
of estimating the revenue that would be
derived under the-new tariff bill is very
great, but it has progressed far enough
to warrant the statement that On the basis
of the imports for 1892, the loss of reve-
nue. resulting from the enactment of the
new bill and the repeal OF the Mckinley
act would be about $60,000,000 per
year.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
Wrecked Off Delaware Bay,

Philadelphia, Pa, Dec. 2.-The crew Of
the Newfoundland bark, Lady Elibank,
were landed here to-day by the British
schooner Stedmere after a terrible e1-
perience. A fearful gale was encountered
and the vessel wrecked. The crew con-
sisted of the captain, wife, children and
eight men. When discovered all the
masts and signals had been blown away,
and the parents stood on the highest
point holding their children. They were
seen by the schooner in this position
and rescued.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
TERRITORIAL TIPS.
LAS CRUCES CRUMBS


The apple crop here is reported fairly
successful.
Work on the Organ mountain gold
prospects still continues.
Mr.. j. H. Bayard, of Tucson, A. T., is
now student at the agricultural college.
Probate Judge Martin Amador is re-
ported as rapidly recovering from a Sc
we're illness.
Theree has been quite an epidemic OF
colds resembling La Grippe in Las
Cruces and vicinity of late.
A grand Thanksgiving dinner was given
at the Commercial hotel by the ladies Of
the Methodist Episcopal church.
Judge McFie's two children, Ralph and
Maude, were prevented from attending
the college last week on account of sick
ness.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
Colorado river Navigation.

City of Mexico, Dec. 1.-The Mexican
government is taking deep interest in the
project for making the Colorado river
navigable, and is ready to bear equally
with the United States the expenses of
the improvement. The territory to be
benefited is very rich, and of the GOO
miles which it is proposed to open, $50
are in Mexico.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
Kansas Female Politicians.

Topeka, Kas., Dec, 2.-The equal suf-
frage campaign opens in Kansas mex
week by Mrs. Devoe Of Illinois, who will
remain in the state until Feb. /. Then
the national organization will take charge
of the campaign. Miss Anthony says the
women are going to run this campaign
just like the men run their politics, and
that they will have $4,000 to spend in the
cause in Kansas.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
LOOKING UP.
Speculation In Wool Runs Up tho
Weeks Sales at the East.

New York Dec. 2.-The sales of wool
are again larger than for the same week
last year, amounting to 6,G19,800 pounds,
against 4,854.500 pounds last year, but
part of the transactions are said to be
speculative in their nature, being based
on the theory that whatever happens
later, the necessities of the country will
compel larger consumption of wool
within the next few months.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
Another Crooked Juror.

Chicago, Dec. 2.-It is alleged here to-
day that another. juror to try Daniel
Ceughlin for the murder of DR.. Cronin.
has given cause for suspicion. 1t is
stated that District Attorney Kern ad-
mitted this, but refused to disclose the
name of the juror. A movement is now
on foot to replace Jurors Gates and Will
son.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
OchOa Released

Ell Paso, Tex, Dec. 2.-Victor L. Ochoa,
arrested by Deputy United States Marshal
Scarborough at the instance Of Consul
Zayas, charged with violation of the
neutrality laws, was yesterday dismissed
by Commissioner Gibbs. Leigh Clark
appeared as prosecuting attorney for the
consul, but there was no evidence.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
COlOradO's Penftentiary Warden Re-
!. moved.

Denver, Dec. 2.-To-day Gov. Waite re-
moved Mr.. McLister, warden of the peni-
tentiary at Canon City, Colo, and ap-
pointed Solomon J. Foy in his place.
The reasons alleged are charges by the
matron of the penitentiary on private
grounds.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
A Gold Basis,

San Salvador, Dec. 2.-The govern
ment hopes for complete success in its
scheme of placing the country on gold
basis, and believes that getting rid of a
huctuating silver basis will give the coun-
try great advantage over neighboring
nations employing only silver.
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THOUSANDS STARVING.
Appalling DcstitutiOn In the Iron
Districts Of WiscOnsin-Re-
lief Measures.

Chicago, Dec. 2.-Gov. Alger and a re-
lief committee have gone to Hurley, Bes-
semer and Ironwood to save 10000 min
ers and their families from starvation.
Appalling destitution prevails. The men
are freezing, hungry and desperate. They
have earned no money for months.
Prominent men in Michigan and Wis
consin have given literally to their aid.
All the larger cities have established
headquarters to receive surplus clothing
for these sufferers.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
Eel Paso Exaggerations.

El Paso, Tex, Dec. 2.-News comes to-
day, from revolutionist sources, that a
battle was fought last Wednesday south
Of Casas Grandes, and that the federal
troops lost a hundred men to five by the
revolutionists. It is also said that on
the 21st Of last month the Eighth batal-
lion left Chihuahua for Guerrero and that
they have Jared badly at the hands of a
thousand men led in person by Santana
Perez.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
A Northern Blizzard .

Des Moines, Iowa, Dec. "A blizzard
has prevailed for three days throughoutq
this state, Nebraska and the northwest, and
all business is practically suspended. A
foot of snow covers the ground and street
car traffic is paralyzed, while the railway
lines are also greatly interrupted.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02

New York, Dec. "A cable dispatch
was received in Wall street to-day that q
rumor is current on the Bourse in Berlin
that an American 81 per cent. 100000
pounds sterling loan is pending. The
report is not credited by leading financial
authorities here,
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
Three Men Killed.

Allentown, Pa, Dec. 2.-Three men were
killed to oday descending int quarry
pit three miles from here. The cable
broke and the men fell 100 feet.
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A Congressman Dead

Nauch Chunck, Pa, Dec. 2.-Gen. VIM.
Lilly, congressman at large from this
state, died very unexpectedly at his home
here last evening of congestion of the
lungs. He was on the streets the day be-
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
Deserved and Got 1t.

Chicago, Dec. 2.-The Republican city
convention this forenoon nominated Geo.
Swift Tor mayor by acclamation.
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Cattle Market.

Chicago, Dec. 2.-The cattle receipts
to-day we're 1000 and sheep 1000. The
market is quiet and sheep are 10 cents
lower.
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
A Fire.

Lucan, Ont, Dec. 2.-Stanley Dight's
grain warehouse was burned this morn
ing, with loss of $4,000. The building
was partially insured,
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Wheat Market.

Chicago, Dec. 2.-The grain exchange
was dull but firm to-day. Dec. wheat
622a, May, 69I.
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THE LEHIGH STRIKE.
Two Wrecks and a Big Fire Owini
to the lncOmDetcncy Of the
New Men.

Easton, Pa, Dec. 2.-The Lehigh strik-
ers are greatly cheered by the reports
from Wilkesbarre and Buffalo. They
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-::-BRIEP WlRINGS-::-
Silver and Lead.

market was very steady to-day. Silver,
69ls, lead, $780,
Santa Fe daily New Mexican. [volume] (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1885-1897, 1893-12-02
A Dynamitard's trial Postpone

a DynAmItarUBt trt0I POStpOneu'
Montreal, Dec. 2.-The trial of Mercier,
son of the ex-premier Of Canada, which
was to have come off this morning for
the attempt to blow up the Nelson monu-
ment here was adjourned until next
Saturday.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-16
Trained Nnrscs

The fashionable impetus which it was expected the patronage of the Princess of Wales would give to the occupation of trained nursing in England has hard ly been realized. It will undoubtedly receive stimulaut il the plan, of which word now comes from there, to have nursing lectures at fashionable houses to instruct the aristocratic pupils in the rudiments at least of caring for the sick. These afternoons are to be Illustrated with genuine hospital implements. including; Il patient, and, with tea and biscuits handed round, will take on as we'll an agreeable social tone.
 A story heard recently accentuates the need of all this. IL was related of an English prrro>S. who. wishing to master the duties, of a trained nurse, procured admission to d hospital for such instruction. She proved an utterly hopeless pupil. and at length it was deemed advisable to ask her to resign. Her martial tread through the wards and general "hcaviE,ss' in all that she did actually made her presence a drtriment. which would seem to indicate that even aristoCrltic nurses arc born, not majie.-New York Times.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-16
CONFLICTING REPORTS.
With Regard to the Appointment of 4
 Bishop in This Diocese.

With Regard to the Appointment of n
 Bishop in This Diocese.
 dispatch from London last night stated: A dispatch from Rome says the pope has not yet confirmed the American and other foreign bishops. Only Italian bishops have been confirmed. Nothing has been officially announced as to the confirmation of the bishop of Hart ford.
 From Hartford comes this news:
 A new and startling feature of the talk that has followed the reported appoint ment of Rev Father Tierney of New Bri- tain as bishop developed to-day in the re- port that the New Britain priest had in cured the displeasure of the papal repre- sentative in this country, and it is now stated that the appointment will not go to Father Tierney after all.
 It is stated that Mgr Satolli did not ap- prove of the united action of the Catholic clergy in this diocese in their endeavor to secure the appointment of Father Tierney by the circulation of petition which was intended to bring the influence of the Catholic clergy to bear on the matter, and as result of this movement, it has beeu stated that the appointment will not go to Father Tierney.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-16

Adjourned meeting of the center dis> trict committee this evening.
 Professor Bailey's new and simple method of teaching the glide waltz hns met with much favor by his many pupils. He will open a new class on Monday evening.
 E. c. Lewis double team ran away on Prospect street td-day, throwing out the driver. The pole was broken near the corner of Leavenworth street, and one of the horses freeing himself from the wreck continued to Grand street, where 1t was captured.
 Oliver Brousseau, one of the trio who assaulted Joseph Fairclough and Alfred Neal, near the watering trough at the north end of the city on November 10, was arrested last night at his fathers house, 700 Baldwin street, by Detective Egan. He was brought before Judge Root in the police court this morning, but the case was adjourned to Wednesday, December 20.
 The funeral of Ellen NJ Riley, wife of John Riley was held at S:3O this morning from the family residence on Laurel street to the Sacred Heart church, where mass of requiem was celebrated by the Rev Father Treanor. The pallbearers were John w. Mcdonald, Thomas O'Donnell. William J, Fenn, Patrick Gosgrove, Christopher Fly land and \. J. MolH.
 Humane Agent Gillette was notified last night that horses belonging to Frank Cum stock were dying uncared for in d shed on Division street. He went up there and found a horrible state of affairs. Lying on the ground outside of the shed, and unable.to rise was half starved horse. Mir Gillette immediately shot the animal. In one of the stalls another horse lay dead. There was no bedding and the only feed in the stable was few quarts of provender. A warrant has been issued for Cumstock s arrest
 While coming from New York last night D. B. Wilson hung up his coat in the ''smoker" and engaged in game of whist with some friends. When he arrived at Naugatuck he found that the coat was gone. He notified the conductor and after arriving at Waterbury telephoned to Chief Horsford. He captured two young men named respectively Shea and McCabe, who had boarded the train at Seymour. They threw the coat off the train at Ward s turnout, and after leaving the train started back after it. They were bound over to tie superior court to-day under $500 | bonds.
 Cornelius Tracy of the soliciting com- mittee made the following returns last night: Spencer & Pierpont, three barrels of flour; Trott Baking Co, thirty loaves of bread, daily; Barlow Brothers, three stoves; Apothecaries Hall Co, free medi- cine on Superintendent Hoadley's orders till April l; J. B. Doherty, two tons of coal; David Ducharme, half ton of coal; J. S. Elton, twenty-five bags of flour: E. T. Turner & Go, S1O0 worth of ladies and children's underwear; Reid X Hughes, $50 worth of goods from their store; Jones, Morgan < Go, S75 worth of clothing; J. w. Hamilton. S2 worth of salt pork; G. B. Brown, one dozen winter caps; F. Wolff, clothes.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-16
Dangerous on the sound.

NEW HAVEN, Dec I6.-Last night, on the sound, was one of the murkiest for years. Navigation was practically impossible and nearly every boat that was able made for harborage before night set in. New Haven harbor contained very large number of vessels of all descriptions. The fog was very thick and search-lights were rendered useless. The sound steamers were all tied mp in their efforts to make schedule time The Richard Peck, of the New Haven line of boats, left Peck's Slip, New York, shortly after her usual time yesterday af- ternoon, and proceeded to Hell Gate. There it was found to be impracticable to proceed and the steamer turned back. She was due in New Haven at 8 o'clock last evening. but she steered into her slip in this city at $50 this morning. No night boat left for New York last night.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-16
When nnChinr... Bank rnil..

Bank notes were i-..u,,l in China as early us the ninth crlnnry. when tho art of printing was unl,u,wn in Europe. These notes have gen, rally been redeem ed. because in China. N!i, n a bank fails. all the clerks and niau"Grrs have their heads chopped off and thrown Tn heap along with the books uf the firm. And so 1t has happened in those good old bar barous times that for the past 800 years not single Chimes l;.uk has suspend ed payment
 Now that China is coming under the sway of western civilization, we have no doubt it will have tn" same financial troubles as its more civilized banking brethren. .-ChEmhcrs Journal.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-16

Bought at the auction sale of William Meyer X Co, at less than cost of produc- tion. Our advertising man claimed that it was due to his efforts that We are doing so much business, but we know that is non sense, for advertisements without substan- tial bargains to sustain them are but froth it is offerings like these below that make this the busiest house in town.
 Swiss Embroidered, Cambric Lawn Handkerchiefs, from the great auction sale at DC, Sc, 10c. l2c, 1jc and 25c.
 Hand Embroidered, Sheer Linen Hand- kerchiefs at 25c, 50c. 75c and S1.
 Swiss Embroidered, All Linen Handker- chiefs at 371c and soc.
 Ladies Unlaundered Sheer Lawn Hand kcrchiefs. hand embroidered by the nuns in 1relands convents, at 25c and 50c each.
 Pure Linen, Hemstitched Handkerchiefs at lOc, l2dc. 20c. 25c to soc.
 Ladies Hand Embroidered Initial Hand- kerchiefs at 64c, 12Ic and 25c.
 Grass Bleached, Fine Linen, Hem stitched, soft finish, at l2Ic.
 Colored. Borlered Handkerchiefs for the children. at %. Be and DC.
 Fine China Silk Embroidered Handler chiefs, great variety, at 1Oc and 15c.
 Japanese Silk Embroidered Initial Handkerchiefs at 12lc 33c, 5Sc and S9c.
 Japanese Silk Hemstitched Handker- chiefs. in Black and White at 25c. 39c. 50c and 75c.
 Pine Silk Neck Handkerchiefs and Muf- tiers, 5oc. Toe, Sl, SIPS. to Sl.9S.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-16
DOWN THE VALLEY NOTES.
D6ings Of Day in Nau$atuck and Union

D6inEs ot a Day in Nau$atuck and Union fNAUoATUcK, Dec 16.-Financially the fair of Scott division, U. R., K. of F., has been a big success. The entertainment during the week has been very satisfac- tory. It will close tonight with a drill by the Torrington division, which won the state prize at Danbury. During the even- ing the ten prizes, with total of S220, will be awarded to the lucky ticket hold CTS.
 The Rev Mir and Mrs Soule returned home from theia bridal tour yesterday.
 Hugh McCabe and John Shay were ar rested by Chief of Police Horsford, for stealing n coat from D. B. Wilson of Wa terbury. This morning they were bound over to the superior court by Justice Hun gerford.
 Selectmen Moore and German met Thursday evening but did no business ex- cept the signing of few orders. Last night Selectmen Schaffer and Moore met and talked over town affairs. Please remember that the Phoenix shop whistle will be blown two blasts at , 30 q. m, every working day during the winter months. The glove shop whistle will only blow for fire alarm. A fifty horse power engine Is furnishing power for the electric plant at the factories | on Wards flats.
 Very little time will be lost at our rub Der factories during the holidays. The Glove company, which inventories Janu- 1 ary does not expect to lose more than one | day, besides Christmas and New Years.
 A committee appointed by the mission chapel Sunday school at Union City, have raised some $50 to purchase presents for the eighty scholars.
 Intoxication and getting away with Il cloak of small value was the charge against man named w. H. Brown, to be tried to- day.
 About 15O went up from here last night to hear Rossa at the City hall, Waterbury.
 Burgess Stapleton, who was laid up for some time with a sprained ankle. has been paid SS3 by an accident insurance com pany.
 Miss Fay Davis of Boston, a reader, will assist the temple quartette on Tuesday evening.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-16
\ New Industry.

The well known and popular manager of the Danbury Hat store, who has until now been having hats made elsewhere, has leased the floor over the South Main street store and will have complete hat factory in running order immediately. Anyone desiring his hat made to order. by calling and leaving his measure can have any style he desires made at short notice, without paying more than the usual retail price. First-class workmen only will be employed, and the materials will be the best the market affords. While hats made to order will be the chief feature of this establishment, the firm will continue to keep its usual fine line of underwear, collars, cuffs etc. The citizens of Water bury and vicinity are cordially invited to call and look over the works at any time.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-16
Grand Display of
 HOLIDAY GOODS.

Including all the popular games. such as shovel Board. Fish Pond, Cat. Mice and TOwsel. Tally HO Bean Bag etc.
 In puzzles have a good assortment
 have the famous Ferris Wheel puzzle. which the manufacturers will give three hundred dollars in prizes for those doing the puzzle in the shortest space of times 25c each, the very thing for the Christina, stockings
 l also have others including several kinds of card puzzles at 5c each.
 also have a complete line of Whitney's Art Novelties, in Celluloid and Shell goods at very low prices
 Now for the boys l have a splendid as- sortment of Pocket Knives at 55c and 5Oc each. regular price 75c.
 l also carry especially for the holiday trade line of Cavs, Dashaway Fountain soId gold double Pens, every pen warranted. from S1.25 up to S7.UO. Call and inspect my stock and be convinced
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-16
DOCTOR LEE AGAIN.
Another Death From Malpractice

Another Death From Malpractice in
 New Haven.
 NEW HAVEN, Dec 16.-Medical Examiner White to-day reported to Coroner Mix his finding in regard to the death of Mrs Miller. He finds that death resulted from peritonitis, caused by criminal operation. Dr Lee, who gained notoriety by his con- nection with the Maggie Schloss case, at tended Mrs Miller until Thursday. when Dr Freshman was called in. The woman failed rapidly until she died. Dr Lee has not been arrested, but the police are watching him and it is expected that n warrant will be issued for his arrest this afternoon
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-16
TIMELY TOPICS.

loo, GOO men have been cured of the de- sire to drink intoxicating liquor. Try the Eureka Gold Cure Co, they can cure you. Secrecy guaranteed, terms reasonable. Call or write, 9 Leavenworth street, A. c. Mintie, manager.
 E. G. Kilduff X Go have reduced prices on all their fine overcoats. Call and see for yourself.
 When in search of Christmas presents call at Leach's rubber store. His stock comprises articles of practical use.
 Tenement of three rooms for rent.
 Bring the children to I. Chase's store, the dolls paradise. They are showing a very large line at all prices.
 Conlon Brothers never before placed be- fore the public of Waterbury such nn ele- gant and varied line of holiday goods.
 Kelly receives fresh eggs on Mondays. Wednesdays and Fridays.
 Sleigh wanted to rent, or will buy. Reid S Hughes are making speciality of mems neckwear.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-16

WORCESTER, Mass, Dec. 16-Michael Carr, the South Bridge wife murderer awaiting trial in jail, removed half of one of the lenses from his spectacles, and with the sharp end he cut an artery in his left arm. The cut was discovered in time, and his life was saved.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1893-12-16
E. T. TURNER G CO,

MORE ATTRACTIONS FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON-This time we will mention a few of the many things We have that will make useful and desirable gifts.
 LADIES' SKIRTS-In this line we are showing some new styles in Changeable Silk Skirts, Fast Black Sateen Skirts. Mor- reen Skirts, Flannel Skirts. etc. all at very low prices.
 UMBRELLAS-In this department we are offering the largest selection of menium and low price Silk Umbrellas to be found ID the city. All the latest styles. suitable for gentlemen or ladies.
 BLACK DRESS SILKS-wbat would make nicer present than a handsome Silk Dress. We have an elegant assortment of the best makes Special figures for this great holiday sale.
 The latest yet.