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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
UNKNOWN SCHOONER SUNK.
Result of a Collision in q Fog on Lake


ALPENA, Mich, June 2.-The steel
steamer Corsica coliided with an un-
known schooner fifteen miles Of Thun-
der Bay Island, in Lake Huron,
at daybreak this morning, in a
fog. The schooner was cut in
two and went to the bottom
instantly. Her entire crew was lost.
The Corsica had no time to wait for the
rescue of any survivors who might have
been floating around in the mass OF
Wreckage, as her bow was stove in and
water was pouring into her hold. Capt.
William Cumming thought his boat
would remain afoat until he could bring
her into this harbor, but the water con-
tinued to gain SO rapidly on the pumps
that he was forced to give up all idea of
reaching a harbor. Itbecame question
whether his boat would remain afioat
until he could reach the beach, toward
which he was heading with the full
power ofthe engines. In the effort Capt.
Cumming was successful, and the Corsica
was run on the shore of Thunder Bay
Island below Ossineke. The bows are
all crushed in for considerable distance,
and twenty-fOur big steel plates are
lOOSened
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
WISCONSIN MORTGAGES.
How the Census Report Shows Land In
debtedness in this State.


WASHINGTON, d. c., June An eX-
ira census bulletin just issued gives the
statistics of farm mortgages in Wiscon-
sin. In his report to the secretary of
the interior Superintendent of Census
Porter says the real estate mortgage
movement in Wisconsin from 1880 to
1889 was on the whole progressive one,
beginning with a debt of ST. ,169,-
$40 in 1880, and ending with $31 ,372 ,Sl6
in 1899 This increase of 81. 10 per cent
in the incurred debt during the ten
years was greater than the increase of
population, which was 1923 per cent,
but how it compared with the increase
of the value of all the real estate of the
state cannot be known, because that
value was not estimated in the census
of 1880. Excluding the terminal years
of the period the incurred debt showed
little tendency to the increase
in the meantime. Upon separation of
the debt into that which encumbered
acre tracts and that which encountered
lots it will be noticed that the increases
are more largely found i'll the debt on
lots than that on acres. The amount of
incurred debt encumbering lots in 1880
was So, 0O3, ITO and there was an increase
of S14, 702, 946 in 1889 In 1880 II OPS lots
were mortgaged; in 1889, %, 766. The
debt incurred on acre tracts rose from
So, 1867 in 1880 to Sic, 669, $50 in
1889; but within this period there
were fluctuations which gave the mort
gage movement declining tendency
after 1883. The number Of acres mort
gagged in 1880 was 1,575, 446, and rose to
1903, 434 in 1889. During the ten-year
period a debt of S262, 6O6,003 was in
Cured, represented by 32l ,196 mort
cages; 6l.6O per cent. of the debt was
on acre tracts and $40 per cent. on lots.
The real estate mortgage debt existing
January l, 1890, is S12l ,S3S, 16S, of which
SSl $50, 1861, or 66.92 per cent, is on
acres and $40,3O2, S07, or 81 .0S per cent,
is ON lots.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
FUGITIVE FOR TWELVE YEARS.
Grin Sperry, Defaulting Treasurer
Returns Penitent.

JAMESTOWN, N. Y, June 2.-Orin
Sperry, who absconded twelve years
ago with $4,000 belonging to Chautau-
qua County, returned yesterday and sur
rendered himself to District-Attor-
ney Woodward. Sperry spent all the
money in gambling and specula-
ton and has been wandering all over the
world. He told the district attorney
that he was tired of this kind of life and
wanted to stand trial for his offense He
is 20 years of age and it is believed that
efforts will be made to have the case
dropped or postponed and Sperry
placed under bonds.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
DAVITT'S CASE IN COURT.
The Irish Agitator on the Stand in TIL,
Bankruptcy Proceedings.

Bankruptcy Proceedings.
DUBLIN, June 2.-Michael Davitt, late
member Of Parliament for Northeast
Cork, was examined to-day in the bank
ruptcy proceedings instituted because
he has been unable to pay the
costs Of the North Meath cleo
ton contest, which resulted in
his being unseated Mr. Davitt stated
that he had objected to the project for
public subscription to help him out Of
his pecuniary difficulties. Among his
assets is a debt Of 94O0 due him BY the
Gaelic Athletic Association, the debt
having been paid by Mr.. Davitt to save
the members of the association from ar
rest for non-payment of hotel bill in
Philadelphia. The association had
promised Patrick Ford that they would
pay the bill, but they had failed to
do SO. Mr.. Davitt denied having
rushed into bankruptcy in order to
hasten his return to Parliament The
court has decided that the Land League
cottage, Ballybrack, which was given as
a national wedding present, when Mr..
Davitt was married in 1887, is with it's
contents the property Of Mrs. Davitt
and cannot be touched in the bankrupt
cy proceedings
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
UNDER FALLING WALLS.
Four Firemen Meet a Horrible Death at
Omaha.

Omaha.
OMAHA, Neb., June 3.-Shortly before
o'clock the city was submerged by
one Of the most disastrous rain storms
ever experienced. The rain was
accompanied by heavy electrical
display and high wind. In the midst
Of the food came a fire that en-
tailed loss Of nearly S250,000, with the
additional horror of four deaths and
many persons injured. The dead now
known are: George Coulter, B. j. Nor
ris, Capt. Cox, - Morrisey.
When the storm was at it's height
flames burst from the building occupied
by the Shiverick Furniture Company Oh
Fornum Street. All the companies OF
the city department turned out, but the
fire was beyond control.
West of the Shiverick building was a
tWO-story structure, on top of which six
fremen were at work Suddenly the
west wall of the Shiverick block fell out
ward. Two fremen heard the cries OF
horror from the crowd and leaped from
the building, only TO be buried by bricks
on the sidewalk. They were quickly
rescued. The falling walls crushed the
wostory building like an egg shell and
the four tiremen on the roof were car
ried down to an awful death.
1t is feared a number of other dead
are in the ruins. The Shiverick build,
ing is a complete wreck. Maurer's loss
on building and stock will be $25,0O0
insured.
The damage from the storm is distrib.
uted all over the city and will amount
to many thousands in the aggregate
Street car and other communications
are Ont off
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
Tl'e Republican:
WATERFOWL. WIS.
Prick CASE IS DROPPED.
Indictment Growing Out of the Home.
stead Riots NOed by the Court.

Indictment Growing Out of the Home.
stead Riots NOIIed by the Court.
PITTsBURG, Pa, June "a sensation
was occasioned to-day by the quashing
of the proceedings in the Carnegie
cases growing out of the Homestead
strike, The grand jury had
found true bills against Chairman
II. c. Frick, Vice-C Chairman j. G. A.
Leishm m, Secretary Lovejoy, Otis
hilds, pit. Porter, Robert and Will
in Pinkerton and all the Pinkerton
employees engaged in the Homestead
~1ots, the charges being murder, riot
and conspiracy. Yesterday the private
counsel for the prosecution sent the
following letter to the district attorney:
PITTsBURG, Pa, June 3 1888 Clarence
Brtetgh Esq, District attorney of the Courts
Of allegheny County-SIR: The under
signed counsel for the prosecution in the va
nous cases against II. G. Frick say that after
repeated and full examination of all
the evidence bearing upon the cases
against Mr.. Prick we are fully satisfied that
indictment for murder or any other criminal
otfense against the laws of the common
wealth of Pennsylvania. Therefore, out of
asense of justice, we join in request that
uo IuItIleT proceedings DE naQ ana
that you as the official charged with the
just administration of the law dispose of the
same. We make no suggestion as to the
manner Of disposition of the cases We
have no desire for further litigation.
THOMAS NJ. MARSHALL,
w. J. brennan,
JOHN f. Cox.
This letter applies not only to H. C.
Frick, but also to all his co-defendants.
AS the result of above this morning the
court, on a motion of District
Attorney Burleigh, quashed all the
indictments. There was much talk
regarding the disposition of the
cases and the general opinion was that
this would be followed by nolle PROSE-
IN most of the cases against the Home
stead strikers. Bail for the latter was
renewed, as this is the last day of the
March session of the court.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
NO PRoTECToRATE POSSIBLE.
The United States Cannot Extend ats
Wing Over Nicaragua.

Wing Over Nicaragua.
WASHINGTON, D. c., June 1.-The
probability of the establishment of
protectorate over Nicaragua which has
been suggested, was the subject of
an interesting talk yesterday by
Senior Don Pauline Ortiz. Senior
Ortiz, who is one of the most
distinguished citizens of Central Ameri-
ca, familiar with the condition Of things
in Nicaragua, is making a tour of the
United States with a small party of tray
elers from his country. Nicaragua" he
said, sis under treaty obligations which
forbid her to place herself or the Mica
ragua Canal route under the control
of any foreign power. Moreover" he
said, ''the Nicaraguan people are SO
proud of their independence and have
fought so bravely against undue foreign
Influences that the idea of a protector
ate can only exist in the minds Of per-
sons who are utterly ignorant Of the
real feelings prevailing all over Central
America as to their autonomy and self
government"
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
ANNUAL OF THE OMAHA.
Marvin Hughtt Reelected President
Other Officers.

HUDSON, Wis, June 3.-The annual
meeting of the Chicago, St. Paul, Min
nieapolis & Omaha Railway Company
was held at the company's office in
this city to-day. A dividend of 81
per cent. was declared ON preferred
stock, payable July 20, 1893. The fol-
lowing officers and directors were
chosen: Marvin Hughitt, president;
Martin L. Sykes, vice-president, treas
urer and assistant secretary; Edwin b.
Woodman, secretary; Robert w.
Clark, local treasurer. Directors elected
for three years: Marvin Hughitt, Chi
cago: David P. Kimball, Boston; Edwin
w. Winter, St. Paul; Byron L. Smith,
Chicago; Chauncey NJ. Depew, New
York. Secretary for one year, Thomas
Wilson ST Paul
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
Gen. Ruger Relieved from Duty.

WASHINGTON, d. c., June The
secretary of war issued an order to-day
placing Brig. Gen. w. ?. Carlin, recent
~ promoted, in command of the De-
partment of Columbia, with head
quarters at Vancouver, Wash, and re-
ieving Brighten Kuger from further
temporary duty in that department
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
ON A LEVEL WITH BANKS.

Important Ruling Regarding Invest
ment Associations in Kansas
Topeka, Kas., June 2.-Attorney-Gen-
eral Little has made an important
ruling regarding building associa-
tons, deciding that such as
sociations, including nonresident
organizations, if they receive deposits or
make loans, must comply with the state
banking law and place themselves under
the supervision of the state banking
commissioner The ruling was made in
the case of the Annuity. Loan q Saw
ings Association, of st. Louis.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
PORTLAND WINS THE OAKS.
Mrs. Butterwick Carries Over Heav,
Purse at EPSON.

y
Purse at Epson.
LONDON, June 2.-The Oaks at Epson
to-day was won by the Duke of Port
lands bay filly Mrs. Butterwick, by st.
Simon out of Miss Middlewick. Lord
Rosebery's chestnut FLY Treasure
by Ben dor out of Bonny Jean was
second, and 7. Jennings bay FLY Cypria
by Carlton out of Queen Cyprus
was third. The Oaks is for 1850
sovereigns, the winner to receive
$500 sovereigns, nominator of the
winner 400 sovereigns, the owners of
the second 200 sovereigns and the owner
of the third 100 sovereigns out of the
race; for Swear old FLIES, nine stone
each; entrance 5 sovereigns, the only
liability if declared by the first Tuesday
in January 1892, 20 sovereigns in addi-
ton if not so declared
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
ONLY A CHURCH LEFT.
Vengefu1 Mexican Troops Wipe Out an
Entire Village.

Vengefu1 Mexican Troops Wipe Out an
Entire Village.
CHIHUAHUA, Mex, June 3.-The gov
eminent troops stationed at Tomacchio
and other posts in that section are wag-
ing a war of determination upon all
settlers and other persons supposed to
have participated in the revolutionary
outbreak which took place in that
part OF the state last Adril. A
large number of persons have been
summarily shot without trial. Itwas at
Tomacchio that the wholesale massacre
ofIndians by Mexican soldiers occurred
about year ago. The population of the
town was about $500 persons. All that
now remains of the place is the pretty
church edifice, which was not molested
nv the trOOnS
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
ABOUT TEN MILLIONS SHORT.
The Gold Reserve Far Below the Limit
Fixed by Law.

WASHINGTON, D. c., June 3.-The gold
reserve has fallen to SOC, 100000 Dem
ocratic members Of judiciary commit
tee, including such men as Culbertson
and Bynum, are declaring that
the secretary of the treasury has no
right to allow the reserve to fall below
$lOO,OO0,000. They assert that the sere-
tary, according to law and good judg-
ment, should issue bonds in order
to protect the gold reserve They
assert further that this was
the opinion of Secretary Carlisle while
the Republican administration was in
charge of the treasury. Since taking
possession himself he has allowed the
gold to dwindle nearly $4,000, 900.
The impression is that he is not follow
ing his own Judgment in this matter
but has been compelled to take the ac-
ton he has by President Cleveland.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
KENTUCKY BUILDING DEDICATED
Appropriate Ceremonies at the Home o.
the Blue Grass State,

Appropriate Ceremonies at the Home of
the Blue Grass State.
WORLDS FAIR GROUNDS, Chicago, ILL.,,
June 1.-The cold Kentucky Home" at
the Worlds Fair was dedicated to-day.
It is the Blue Grass State build
ing and one of the most attractive
in the "White City," and all Wis
itors who go there will be given
a welcome such as only Kentuckians
know how to extend. A large number
of Kentucky citizens were present, in
Guiding Gov. John Young BrowD, and
many Representatives Of the State Press
Association. w. H. Dulaney, Of the
State Board of Commissioners, rendered
the building to the state, Gov. Brown
making the response. The Grafton of
the day was made by Col. w. O. Brad
ley and was an historic address. Sup
Elementary to the ceremonies,
Miss Enid YandePs statue Of
Daniel Boone was unveiled. The
statue was presented to the
state by the Ellison Historical Club of
Louisville, Col. P. L. Durret, president
of the club, making the presentation
speech. The day was chosen for
the exercises as it is the ami
versary of Kentucky's admission to
the Union. The arrangement of
the excellent women's exhibit is under
the direction of Mrs. Sue Phillips
Brown, Miss Ida Symmes and Miss
Lucy Lee Hill. The building is a typi-
cal representation of Southern coloni-
al mansion. Its cost was about $4,000.
The structure is well filed with special
exhibits of interest, and rarities and Gu
riOsities of national reputation.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
REVIEW OF GERMAN TROOPS.
The Berlin Garrison Passes Before the EN-
DpeSS

BERLIN, June 2.-The review OF the
Berlin garrison was held to-day on the
Tempelhofer field. The German En-
press sat on horseback at the salut-
ing point, where she reviewed the
troops as they passed. The German
Emperor led the Second Regiment OF
Footguards past the Empress, and after
wards the Emperor, accompanied by
Prince Victor, count of Turin and
nephew of the King of Italy, rode at the
head of the troops into Berlin, where
the Emperor, his royal visitor and the
soldiers Of the garrison were received
with hearty cheers and great demonstra-
tons of enthusiasm.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
TWO KILLED IN A DUEL.
Fatal Encounter on the "FieId of Hon
orr in Russia.

orr in Russia.
ST. PETERSBURG, June "a dispatch
has been received bringing news of a
duel with tragic results in the province
of Poltava. Prince Bargain and
Prince Mustapha, members Of
the leading families of Daghestan, to-
gether for Moscow to solicit the Gar
for permission to enter the Imperial
Guard. While on their journey, having
got as far as Barva, IN the govern
ment of Poltava, they quarreled.
The dispute became SO bitter
that they fought deadly duel,
Prince Bargain being fatally stabbed
and Prince Mustapha fatally shot with a
revolver. The police authorities at
Barva sent the corpses back to Tif1is, to
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
QUARTERS FOR INDIAN PUPILS.
Building at Tomah Ready for the Gov
eminent Approval.

WASHINGTON, D. c., June 2.-Assist-
ant Commissioner Armstrong has re-
ceived a telegram from the owners
of the building in Tomah which
it is proposed to use as an Indian
school, stating that it is all ready for oc-
cupancy. Armstrong says he is in no
hurry to accept the building and has as
yet made no contract with the owners.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
WHEN HE WEARS OUT.
Justice Field Talks About His Coming Re-
tirement.

WASHINGTON, D. c., June 1.-Justice
Field, of the United States supreme
court, denies his intention to retire.
Justice Field says that, while he has
contemplated retirement, it will not oc-
cur as long as he has strength to stand
up to the arduous labor imposed upon
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
HOME FOR LITTLE ONES.
Children's Building at tho Worlds Fair
Dedicated.

WORLDS FAIR, CHICAGO, ILL.,, June l.
The home for the little folks at the fair
was opened with simple exercises to-
day. The building is under the super
vision of Miss Bertha Honore Pal
mer, Mrs. George L. Dunlap. Mrs.
l.. Brace Stattock, Mrs Solomon
Thacher, Jr., and Mrs. w. w. Kimball,
and the programme was carried out
principally by children. Mrs. Palmer
made the opening address, in which
she stated the necessity Of erecting
such structure. This was fol-
lowed by a musical programme, the
participants being children. A number
Of choruses were sung under the direc-
ton of Prof. Hartung. A company of
children under the leadership of Miss
Huntington gave an interesting drill in
the gymnasium on the first floor, after
which lunch was served. The children's
building is a typical kindergarten
and every cOntrivance imaginable to in
terest and instruct young folks has been
secured. The larger children will be
given the benefit of gymnasium on
been fitted with cradles and cribs
which it is expected will be
used extensively. Visitors at the
fair who have children can leave
them here. No child under 2
years Of age will be admitted. The
Japanese commissioners have donated
large number Of dolls, and juvenile
literature has been furnished by the
German commissioners, Illinois donated
the book cases. The building was
erected at cost of $45, 900. The play
ground is on the roof, which is fur
nished with swings and hammocks. A
trained corps Of nurses will be in con-
slant attendance on the children,
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
AGAINST THE WHISKY TRUST.

Decision in the Quo Warranto Proceed
ings at Chicago.
CHICAGO, ILL.,, June 2.-The hearing of
Attorney Maloney's quo war
ranto proceedings to annul the charter of
the Whisky Trust began to-day
before Judge Tuley. The trust
attorneys contended that the action
should have been commenced at Peoria
instead of Chicago. They were over
ruled by the court.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
HE MADE RAIN FALL.
Successful Use of Gases by the Rock ISL
and's Wizard

Topeka, Kas., June &c. B. Jewell,
the Rock Islands rain-maker, began
operations at Meade Center at l o'clock
yesterday afternoon. He claims
to have discovered the secret of
Melbourne's plan of rain-mak-
ing and to have added various
important improvements. His apparatus
yesterday sent gases into a cloudless sky
for six hours. Then clouds began to APP
pear which at 1920 o'clock last night
began to discharge rain. The rain con-
tinued falling until daylight this morn
ing.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
LIGHT BUYING THE RULE.
Dizziness Marks the Week in Transactions
in Iron.

CLEVELAND, O., June 2.-The Iron
Trade Review this week says:
In the intervals permitted by vigorous eff
forts by sellers to make collections on bust
ness already done and to make sure that
buyers who are in the market are desirable
persons to do business with, there has
in the week closing to-day. Light
buying is the rule in every de-
partment, and much as it covets round
transactions. The selling side of the market
Is not making any extra concessions to
tempt buyers into long engagements. The
raw iron market continues dull. Stocks
are extremely light and there are indications
that furnace stoppages in May will make
some further Slight decrease ir the stock
statement for June 1. The duration of the
freight advance on Southern pig going to
Eastern points is still question.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
INCREASE IN FAIR TRAVEL.
Effect of the Cut In Rail Rates at Once
Visible.

KANSAS CITY, Mo-, June 2.-The re-
duction in the round trip rate to Chi
cago has already resulted in big in
crease in railway travel to the Worlds
Fair city. The trains last night were all
filled to their fullest capacity, condi-
ton of things which has not been OBJ
served since the fair opened until now
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
LEAPED FROM A CAR WINDOW.
Daring Escape of a Manacled Express
ROhher in the South.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala, June Brooks
Storey, the express robber who
escaped from the Mississippi pen
and was recently captured at Ameri-
Gus, Ca, jumped from car
window of the fast Queen x Crescent
train yesterday afternoon near Vinces.
He was manacled and in charge of Dep
ntv Sheriff Montgomery
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
CHICAGO CAPITALIST SUICIDES.
L. G. McLoury Cuts His Throat at the
Hotel MetropOIe.

CHICAGO, Ill, June ST. G.. McLoury,
retired capitalist, committed suicide
at the Hotel Metropole this morning on
account of financial reverses. He was
prominently connected. He leaves a
wife and two children. The unfor-
tunate man cut his throat.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
TWO DEATHS FROM HEAT.

Pittsburg Experiences Day of Extreme
Iy High Temperature.
PITTsBURG, Pa, June 3.-The intense
heat Of the past twenty-four hours has
caused two deaths and numerous pros
trations.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1893-06-07
FOUND DEAD IN BED.
Sudden Demise of a Member of the Iowa
Supreme Bench.

KEoKUK, Ia, May 3l.-At home in
Fort Madison, yesterday, ex-Judge
J. M. Beck, of the Iowa supreme court,
was found dead in bed. Death result
ed from heart failure induced by rheu-
matism