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Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
Cnal Nine nm Fire

HAzELroN, Pa, April l7.-Fire broke
ont This morning in the pump house at the
bottom of the hrst lift Of Crystal Lodge
Coliery, operated by Pardee & Co. Two
shop men endeavored 10 extinguish the
flames. but were unable 10 90 so and fed,
reaching the surface in safety. Five men,
Nike Burke, Edward Boyle, VIM. Dinkey,
Henry Cook. Sr., and Henry Cook, Jr., are
in the mine, but il is thought they have
reached place OF safety The flames
spread quickly and in a short time claimed
the three hundred foot slope and shot fifty
feet IN the air. A fire engine and hose cart
were sent from here. and are now employ.
ed In saving the boiler house and breaker
As soon as the safety Of the five men shall
have been satisfactorily determined, prep
aration 10 drown the burning mine viii DO
made.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
BLACK BRUTE CAUGHT.
The Father of an Eleven Year-Old-Chlld
Arrives just in Time TO Save Ber.


Special TelsOyd am TO the Register
MARIETTA, ONO, April17 1S93.-Yester-
day afternoon, celcfed tough named
Humphrey Fortune, assaulted and at
tempted to ravisn Ida, the eleven-year-old
daughter of Jane Davis, white
The girl had been left at home by her
parents, who were at neighoor's house.
The other children were out in the yard
playing.
Fortune came into the house, shut
ting the door behind him, and grabbed the
girl, and threw her on the bed.
She resisted as strongly as she could,
but was no match for man.
The father of the child fortunately ar
rived Just at that moment
Upon opening the door, the father saw a
sight that made his blood boil.
Fortune jumped up and attempted to es-
cape.
He was attacked by the father with an
axe, but succeeded in getting away.
He was arrested late in the evening near
the Union depot while waiting for train
10 get away on.
This morning he was given hearing be-
fore justice of the peace and bound over
TO court.
He now lies in jail.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
Special TsIe0rGm to the Register.

MARIETTA. OHIO, April ia terri
BILE accident occurred at Constitution
Station, on the Baltimore and Ohio
Southwestern railway, six miles below
this city, about eleven o'clock this morn
Ing.
Atthat place there was large grind
stone mill which employed a number OF
men.
At the hour above mentioned, the
boiler burst with terrific force, com
pletely demolishing the building. Two
men, Rola Calder and William Spicer,
were ia the mill at the time, and were
instantly killed.
or the building there remains practic-
ally nothing.
As good luck would have It, these
two men were the only ones in that part
of the buil~ing.
Had the usual number Of men been
at work, the calamity would have been
appalling.
Calder is a young man, so is Splcer,
but the latter is married and leaves a
family.
The following special telegram to the
REGISTER, from Parkersbug, gives some
further information:
Calder's grindstone mandatory was
the scene Of terrible accident to-day.
The boiler exploded, killing John Spicer
and Rolla Calder.
VIM. Tllton and Samuel Brookover
were seriously injured.
Physicians left for the scene.
VIM. Calder, the owner Of the works,
was in this city at the time Of the ex-
posion. He says he cannot account for
the accident as all of the machinery was
in good shape when he left.
The works are complete wreck. Mir.
Calder is q brother Of VIM. A. Calder,
the Ohio River railroad ticket agent Of
this citV
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
JOHN BULL MAKES A START.
The FIRST Locomotive Used on This Side
of the Atlantic Starts TO the Worlds
Fair with q Train.

The FIRST Locomotive Used on This Side
of the Atlantic Starts TO the Worlds
fair With a Train.
New York. April 1.-THE Queerest
railroad train that has been seen in
many a long year drew out Of the Penn
sylvanla depot this morning amid the
cheers of big crowd Of curiosity seek
ers.
The train consisted Of engine No. 1,
of the Pennsylvania railroad, and cars
Nos. 3 and 3. Engine No. l, OF the
Pennsylvania road, Is also engine No. 1
of the United States. being the first
railway locomotive used on this side OF
the Atlantic.
Itis called "John Bull" and started
this morning to puff its way laooriously
10 the Worlds Fair, where 1t will be an
object of wonder TO millions.
John Bull shows no sign OF his great
age, except his antique construction.
He is painted and polished and burn
ished so that he shines as fair as the
latest born Of modern locomotives.
The coaches look like stage coaches
on railway wheels. They too are in a
gala attire, being painted bright green
with the inscription John Bull Train. D."
The train is manned by veteran rail-
readers.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
VIII Walt TN the L mergenoy Comes.

WASHINGTON, d. C., April l16.-Secretary
Carlisle absolutely declines this morning
10 outline his future financial action, pre-
ferring 70 await the arrival OF the emer-
gency before indicating what he will do.
He mad this morning an extended interview
with Senator Sherman, who has twice
been Secretary Of the Treasury, and this
afternoon he will confer with the Presi-
dent. Both Secretary Carlisle and the
President have been inundated all morning
with telegrams from New York and other
points. The order for one and quarter
million dollars OF gold engaged for export
tomorrow reduces the free gold IN the
Treasury to about 100000.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
The spring,

OF all seasons in the year, IS the one for
making radical changes in regard 70 health
During the winter, the system becomes 70
aacertsin extent clogged with waste, and
the blood loaded with il ipurities, owing 70
lack Of exercise. close ccnhnenent IN poor
ly ventilated shops and homes, and other
causes. This is the cause OF the dull, slug
rish. tired feeling so central 81 this season,
and which must be overcome. or the health
NAV be entirely brokeR down. Hoods
Sarssparilla has attained the greatest pop
MARTY all over the countryhRs the favorite
Spring Medicine. II expc the accumula-
ton Of impurities through Ne bowels. Kid
news. liver, lungs aad skin gives 70 the
blood the purity and quality necessary TO
good health and oFercomes u tired feel
ing.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18

WAsHINGrON, April 17.-COl. Miller,
the new Commissioner Of Internal Rev
enue, was az the Treasury Department
to-day and had a talk with Secretary
Carlisle, who congratulated him on his
nomination for his old place and express
ed his pleasure az the prospect or nav
ing an experienced man OF demonstrat-
cd ability in charge Of the important IN
ternal revenue bureau.
Col Miller also called on Commission
er Mason and was warmly received 0y
the emplOyss OF the Bureau who have
held over from the days when Col. Mill
Ter was before their Chief
He will qualify as Commissioner on
Wednesday, but will not formally as
sumo charge OF the Office until the lat
ter part oi the month.
"Bob" Straight, formerly Of Wheel
ing, who has of late held position In
the Treasury Department, had a curl
Gus experience on Friday last. On that
day he was married % Miss Barnett,
Of Baltimore. aud on the same day was
notified Of his dismissal from the
Treasury.
Dominick Morris, whose place as
watchman 10 the Bureau of Engraving
aud Printing Mr.. PendletOn is going TO
get for q Wheeling Democrat, wants 10
known that he Is not kicking. He be-
lieves that 20 the victor belongs tie
spois. but be served notice that q year
from next fall he will have his toma-
hawk In fine working order and will
take the war path after Mr.. PeDdleton's
scalp and four years from now, be de-
clared be will be around TO see that the
man who gets his place Is promptly
fred out.
David W. Gall, of Philippi, w. Va,
to-day filed an application for the posi-
tion OF Chief OF the Stamp Division In
the Internal Revenue Bureau.
The following West Virginia post
masters were appointed to-day: l.. W..
Garrett, Of AdamstOn, Harrison county,
Ain place Of j. Schultz, removed; Albert
pSnider, at Alright, Preston county, In
place Of W. H. Castel, resigned; ;. ).
ODunn at Barrackviile, Marion county,
i'm place Of j.. Il. Merriheld, resigned;
A. Snlder, Big Isaac. DOddridge county,
in place of q. 7. Richards, reslgneui
Staatz Nuzum at COliaX, Marion county,
In place OF MT. EaU AAANNA - Al7ir sAlN.'tf e
Mrs. Kate West, at Evansville, Preston
county, in place Of e. n. Walter re-
signed; j. Slidell Brown, at kinRwood,
Preston county, TO place Of +. Elliott
Jr., removed; W. H. Brown at Saint
Clara. Doddridge county, In place Of j..
r. Maxson, resigned; ID. c. DamerOn,
et Sheridan, Lincoln county, Tn place
of G.. w. Deerfeld, dead; John Pullim,
at Troy, Gilmer county, in place Of M.
A. Cunny, resigned and j. c. CideSter
at Vandalia, Lewis county, in place OF
Mary c. Simpson, resigned.
Secretary Gresham had an extended
conference with the President to-day.
Hawaiian affairs and the Chilean refu-
gee question are understood TO have
been the topics under consideration.
The President to-day appointed +. II.
LannOn Marshal for the District Of Del
aware. Mr. LannOn was nominated
Saturday but went over FOR one day IN
der the rule.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
raE REPUBLIuAN KICK.
Parkorsburgs New city Government
Takes Charge of Affairs.

SDscidl TslsQr0m 20 t3e Register.
PARKERsBURG, w. VA, April IT,
The new City Council and Mayor, VIM.
II. Smith, were sworn in tonight. The
following officers for the ensuing two
years were elected: Police Judge,
George Drennen; Chief of Police, ID. w;
Heaton; City Attorney, John f. Laird;
Health officer, c. W. Hudson; Wharf
master, John Paun: City Engineer,
John Bonbar; Street Commissioner, j..
r. Remley; Clerk Of Market, John Car
rogher; Fire Warden, II. Mcpherson;
Hose reel driver, w. Heydenright;
City Treasurer, Citizens National
Bank; Janitor, George Smith; Assessor,
j. u. Moffatt; Fire chief, Joseph
Barrows. The salary of nearly every
officer elected was raised, the increase
being from $3.50 TO $500; Mayors
salary. 5000 per annum. There is
more kicking in town tonight than was
ever known before over any list Of
appointments ever made by any coun-
Gil. The kicking is done by Republicans.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
Cunningham and the moonshlners.

Special TELEGRAM 10 ne Rs9tStST.
HUNTINGTON, w. VA, April 17.-Dan
Cunningham, the noted Deputy United
States Marshal, with five moonshiners
from Mcdowell county, passed through
the city this morning early. Some Of the
prisoners were from Buchannon county,
Va, and in the raid made to capture them
aud their stills battle ensued between the
friends Of the men arrested and the offi-
cials. Over thirty shots were fired. One
man was shot, a fellow named Dogan, a
bullet striking him in the forehead and
passing around the skull, producing only q
scalp wound. Cunningham and his posse
got the prisoners over the line safely and
took them to Charleston.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18

oU1III- L1-eITlIl 70 -7Is IIssI7-1I'
CoLUNBUs, o., April IA. W. Gra-
ham, Secretary Of the Ohio Historical So
ciety, has discovered in an Ohio family
living in the southern part OF the State a
watch that once belonged to Miles Stand
ish. It's almost oval in shape, about the
size Of an ordinary gentleman's watch Of
to-day, made Of copper that was once gold
plated. and on the works is inscribed
Isaac Bridwhissett, London Mr.. Gra-
ham is willing TO vOuch for its genuine
ness, and it VIII be in the Ohio historical
exhibit az the Worlds FAIR.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
Rheuma,ism Quickly Cured.

Three days is a very short time in
which 10 cure bad case of rheumatism;
but It can be done, II the proper treat
meut is adopted, as will be seen by the
following from James Lambert, Of New
Brunswick, Ill.,: II was badly afflicted
with rheumatism in the hips and legs,
when ] bought a bottle Of Chamberlain's
Pain Balm. 1t cured me IN three days.
/ am all right to-day; and would insist
on every one who Is afflicted With that
terrible disease 20 use Chamberlain s
Pain Balm and get well SO once"
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18

BELGRADE, April 7.-Trouble has al
ready begun for the ex-Fegents, Bistitch
and BeHmarkoyitch, and their late minis
try. The new government as result on
Investigations already made concerning
the finances Of the country since Alexan-
der acc ouired power by the coup d'etat Of
last Thursday night, has made demand
nat the ex-regents and ex-ministers shall
reimburse the government In the sum OF
> 400 go diuarrns or francs. misappropri-
ated during the regency, under tho pro-
iect having been used In ihe secret service
OF the State.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
GOLD GETTING VERY Low.

Yesterday's Demands Brought tho fTe>
cold Down to n Very Low Point-oni,
efO,50O Left.
WAsHrxGToS. April 1.-THE Treas
ury Department was advised this after
noon that during the day Sl,750,OO0 ID
gold had been Withdrawn from the New
York sub-treasury for shipment 70 Eu
rope by steamer sailing tomorrow. The
day began with 81, ,79O,5eo In free gold
in the treasury. Deducting the -
taken out there is now left so,
free gold ia the treasury.
Treasury officials are encoura
hope that by Saturday, the De1
ping day. the free gold may
creased TO a sufficient sum 70 M
export demand. Mr. Jordan is e
70 assume charge OF the sub-T
next Wednesday, and bis we'll
resources are expected 70 show
increase Of gold holdings.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
WEATHER BUREAU CROOEEDNgSS
Employees OF That Department Have Been
Doing some Very Lively Stealing-Sale8
for which No Returns Were Made.

Employees OF That Department. Have Been
Doing some Very Lively stealing-Sale8
for which No Returns Were Made.
WASHINGTON, d. c., April 17.-Sec-
retary Morton this afternoon received
Ahe report OF Assistant Attorney Cen
al Colby, who conducted the invest-
ton into the charges OF Illegal and
Audulent disposal OF property In the
bather Bureau. The Secretary read
report and announced, after going
Srough the immense amount OF teSti-
Ymony IN the case, that he would take
the matter under advisement. The rec
concentrations are as follows:
The immediate discharge Of the Off
cials and employees guilty Of theft, en-
bezzlement, or Of the unauthorized sale
of government property and their pros
ecution therefor criminally and ciyilly.
The entire reorganization Of the execu-
tive management and control OF the
bureau. that no government property
he loaned ont or taken from the depart
ment for private purposes under any
circumstances whatsoever, and that
no property be taken by OH
cisl use except ppOn reQuisitiOn duly
signed and approved and for which a
receipt be given. That property car
ried on the rolls Of the bureau be sold
NJ pnbllc auction after due advertise
ment. That the practice Of l0aning
money now prevailing ia the weather
bureau between employees and officers,
.d especially by those Of inferior
k 10 their superiors In OH
position, be absolutely prohibited
/ entire reorganization Of the execu-
a MANAGEMENT aud control OF the bu-
M and the Official separation, as much
practicable, so far as property re-
nsibility is concerned, Of the execu-
from that which is purely scientific
Educational. The establishment Of
AregulatiOn as shall require strict
Inability from each empiOye
"a with the possession or
Of Government property
the eentering in one
OF the control Of and responsi-
or the whole property OF the
That q careful inventory be
the government pFpperty In
No, the shortage therAoi deter
the employees responsible
1lred 70. accOnntAand re-
damages. Aiming the
gs Of fact bY "a Assist
0eral we're tha
Der Of
fifty
Il
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18

The woman with basket on her arm
was nosiug around the market picking
up at various stands such edible bar
gains as a skillful landlady knows at
sight, and at last she pulled up along
side OF q stand with pile OF dressed
chickens on the counter.
These fresh?" she asked, laying her
hand on them.
"Yes." replied the huckster, rather
impatiently.
She didn't respond, but began looking
at something else, and shortly returned
TO the chickens, which she shifted az
several times aud finally put her nose
down close to get smell that would
confirm her suspicious.
"Herel" an2rily exclaimed the huck-
ster, what are you smelling those
chickens for?"
II amt smelling them," she said as
she moved of. al was just trying not
to-" and the rival huekster In the ad-
Joining stall laughed till the other man
threatened TO lick him In two minutes
II he didn't shut up"
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
FASTEST IN THE WORLD.
The Detroit Gets Up Speed of Over 20
Knots on a Trial Trip.

New LONDON, CONN, April 17.-It
has been long, tedious wait, but it
has proved OF advantage to the build
ers of the United States cruiser, De-
troit, and the United States will
pay the expenses OF the ship during
these several days of delay and at
tempted trials, which will average at
least 50, 900 per day, besides some $780,
600 bonus for extra speed developed
above the contracts, which called for
seventeen knots. She has proved her
self the fastest cruiser OF her displace-
ment in the world.
She shows speed Of slightly over 90
knots, or upwards Of % miles per hour.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18

CoLUMBUs, o., April 1.-THE law adopt
ing standard time as legal time in this
state has caused so much confusion that
senator Parker introduced a bill to-day TO
repeal it. Representative F.. d. Taylor,
author Of the bill, was numerically beaten
i'm the Guernsey county primaries for re-
nomination last Saturday. The Senate in
sists on its amendments 70 the general APP
preparation adding SlOS,OOO, and asked
conference committee. Speaker Laylin,
on the part Of the House, appointed Bo-
well, Boesel and Ely.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
New Company Chartered.
-,-ar 1.l,nrn,n 70 NJ R.at.te,

optclII IelepFuhI % Use 1t3GteTs
CHARLESTON, w. VA, April 1.-THE
McCorlin Conyeyor and Transfer Com
pany Of Wheeling. was granted a charter
today by the Secretary Of State, with a
capital Of $500. The Incorporators are B.
F. Quilting, n. a. Quilting, N. II. Nc
Clure, Thos L. johnson and n. NJ. Nc.
Corlin, all of Cleveland, ..
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18

SDsctal Tslsqrom toths Register.
COLUNBUs, o., April 17.-Representative
Clapp to-day introduceda measure 70 pur-
chase the old rebel engine that was cap
tured by the famous Andrews Raiders"
who were Ohio soldiers.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18

"On one occasion" remarked q we'll
known Methodist minister, who had
been a circuit rider ia the mountains OF
North Carolina, "a man from neigh
boring county swooped down on our
side and carried of the wife and mule
OF one Of my church members. Thers
was an immediate agitation and In tue
midst Of IL arrived. A consultation
was held, aud IL was decided that ]
should 90 as peacemaker aud embss-
sador, and effect settlement. JusS
before | started the beresved husband
called me TO one side for private cons
ference.
81 reckon, parson." be said. "tLai
You oughter to know my feelIn's In this
thing"
.4Of course, certainly" / assentsd.
"WeIl. tell you what yon do. Don:
be brssh about IL ner focety. fer I'm .
man Nv peace. but ef he'll give Fou Si7
10 money for the mule, you ne M ter
say q doggone word about be ole
woman"
- - ~.,.r.rs<. oxo -
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18

Clipped from Canada Presbyterian,
under signature OF c. Blackett Robin
son, Prop'r: l was cured Of oft-recur-
ring bilious headaches by Burdock
Rlnnd Bittars.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18

Regarding Hoods Sarsaparills, ask
the people who take this medicine, or
read the testimonials, often published
in this paper. They will convince you
that HOODS CURES.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
CALLED UPON CARLISLE
Internal Revenue Commissioner Miller
Pays His Respects.
NR. CARLISLE IS MUCH PLEASED

That So Important a Bureau is to
be Under the Control of An
Experienced Man Of Proven
Ability - Col. Miller Heartily
Received by the Employees in
the Bureau-DOminick Morris
Promises to Use His Scalping
Hatchet - POstmasters APP
pointed.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
nled rrn1n Hart Di,sa.s.

SDseidl telegram 10 the ReQistsr.
CHARLESTON, W. Va, April 17.-Last
Saturday the residence Of Gabe Bryan, on
Brow's creek, this county, caught IRE and
was destroyed. During the fire Mrs. Bryan
ran into the yard and fell dead from heart
disease.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
Only Early Varieties Injured.
Jal Tsls0rdra 20 ne RSJfsisr.

COLUMBUS, o.. April 17.-Professor W.
II. Lazenly.of the Department of HOrticul-
ture, in the State University, is Of the
opinion that only the very early varieties
of fruits have been injured by the snow and
frOsts In this State last week.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
GOLD IS RUNNING Low.
There Is Now Only S40,56O Free Gold
in the Treasury.
CONFIDENCE IN Mr.. CARLISLE.

He is Said to Differ With the Pres
ident as to the Best Manner or
Increasing the Free Gold-Mr.
Cleveland Said to Favor Bonds
While Carlisle Favors Touching
the Revenue A Scheme OF
Bond Buyers.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
Hester Won the Suit.
,e,ol Tsisors1 10 tas Rsystsr

Sps-idl telegram 70 tas Register
COLUMBUS, o, April 1.-THE sui: against
ex-Supreme Court Clerk Hester by his
deputy, II. NJ. Crow, for $2ll back pay, was
decided in HesJer's favor to-day.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
~ sIIIs Rids.

ER. s. In. Of FairfaI Station.
Virginia "a party came forty
miles etore for ChamberlsiD's
Cough ~ and bought dozen bot
tles. Femedy Is great fayorite Ia
thu ky and has performed some
vd cures here" II Is intended
3 for coughs, colds, Group and
cough and 10 fEvorits whes-
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
A BOILER EXPLOSION
In a GrindStOne Factory, Kills Two
Men and Wounds Two.
THE BUILDING BLOWN TO ATOMS.

Fortunately, All the Employees but
Four Were at Dinner at the
Time, or the Loss Of Life Would
Likely Have Been Much Great
er-The Boiler Seemed to be All
Right-No Explanations to be
Found.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18
THE wEATHER

w.mrxerou. o. C.. April b.--Por West Wiz.
0fnie and Ohio, OCCASIONAL local rAint- Einos
beeorniag tosfhezstegly; slightly warmer, e1'
ceut 10 Softbsssie-AOhio -.
'.,.s. s':sss .ss. ss@: :s!' s:s;s'llS Ss:i; asi
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18

Do not let your dealer palm OF on you
auv new remedy for colds Insist on hay-
ing DR.. Bulls Cough Syrup.
Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1893-04-18

The readers Of our public3 are TO
ouested 10 use Salvatlca Oh by and |,
al painL. It Is sure czZau