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Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21
GORDON nrIanrs aRoUNDs.
The beautiful Now Excursion Grounds
Along the Delaware River Front.

Along the Delaware River Front.
The beautiful new pleasure grounds
and excursion resort At Gordon Heights
were opened to the public Saturday.
Thursday afternoon reception to
representatives of the press from Phila-
delphia, Chester and this city was given
at Gordon Heights by Captains Wilson
and Bloomsbury Of the Wilmington
Steamboat Co,
The visitors were first shown over the
extensive grounds. These cover over
10 acres OF level green lawn, inter.
spersed here and there with capacious
buildings for the pleasure Of excursion.
lists. There is an immense new ca
rousal 80 by 30 feet, beautifully fitted
up. The dancing pavilion is 1913 by so
feet aud stands upon Il slight rise OF
ground parallel to the river. 4 de-
lightful breeze passes in from the water
making promenadinG or dancing there
great luxury. Tho ice cream saloon
is another roomy structure 60 by 30 feet
in extent
There are, arbors for sitting in, swings,
base ball grounds, boats for hire, con
yeniences for fishing and grabbing, in
fact everything the eXcursionists could
look for in days outing.
At Gordon Heights Hotel, which is
situate in the centre Of the grounds, is
tirst-rate restaurant supplied BY Allen
II. Ainscow and in the efficient charge
OF james Townsend. A delightful re.
past of Little Neck clans, deviled crabs,
lobster salad and other delicacies was
served the newspaper men. There is a
fine capacinus vcranda surrounding the
hotel. Here the visitors finished their
cigars and watched the vessels passing
up and down stream. The ship channel
passes close in TO the Delaware shore at
this point 50 that as the vessels pass
everything aboard can be seen with
ease. The position makes most agree.
able and interesting vantage ground for
those interested in river scenery.
As the twilight came on the electric
lights were lit around the grounds, and
quickly transformed the place into one
VI fairy.like beauty. The hotel was
illuminated from ground to roof. The
lights on the two piers, the steamboat
pier which runs out 500 feet from shore
and from the yacht pier, reflected their
arc lights in the water, suggesting so
many moon reflections. There are "a
arc lights on the grounds and 1873 in.
candescent lights, which has been put in
place by the Delaware Electric and
supply Co.
At the point at the steamboat pier,
where the boats stop, there is a depth Of
IL feet. A little way out in the river it
is 80 feet deep.
Captain Wilson says that the resort is
70 be run on strictly temperance princi.
pies. The record Of the Wilmington
Steamboat Co. for good order and for
the safety and comfort of all of its
patrons is 10 be strictly maintained ut
Gordon Heights Park. 1t will be 50
that families can come there during the
day or evening and be assured OF all
comfort and protection.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21

up the shortage of the other. 1t was in
sisted that Councils estimate be not
overstepped,
In 1891, when the enactment was
passed allowing the city to borrow the
sum OF 100000 for street paving and
improvement, particular attention and
forethougat was given to this point. 50
the enactment contained the words:
All money borrowed as aforesaid for the
purpose herelnbefOre named shall be
placed on special deposit by the said Board
OF Directors Of the Street and Sewer be.
par;meHi Of the city Of Wilmington.
The point is that instead of being
placed on deposit, as City Council Is
clearly instructed under this enactment
TO do, the sum Of $4,000, part Of the
100000 referred &c, in this law has been
placed 20 the common credit fund of the
city, and is used for current expenses.
One advantage it affords 10 Councils
finance committee is that were this sum
OF $500 not 70 the credit Of the city ii
tile Union National Bank this moment,
Wilmington, than which there is no
more solvent city in the Union would
appear bankrupt through the present.
existing m!siAauagement.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21

while since a man was killed on the east
side. lie desired 10 know whether any
other officers had interfered with the
cars AMI was informed they had not.
Motorman Rudolph was called and tcsti-
ned to tine difficulty he had with Feaster.
MntoEman Price testified that Officer
Fcastor placed him in an embarrassing
position once by disarranging his cloth.
ing aud that lie considered it an Elm
suit" He added; "Feaster also called
mo DID farmer, and I-well-I-er-
called him did calf
Feaster acknowledged the truth Of the
most OF the charges, although he said
they were greatly exaggerated both as
to the use OF profanity and about his
operating the car levers. He said it was
all done in joke.
The motormen said the officer might
think it joke, but they thought other
wise.
The board in private considered the
adyisability of Furnishing the officers.
Leach and Feasier were each sus.
pended two weeks without pay.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21
AN CNRULf ITALIAN.
He Threatens His Adversary in a Magis-
trats's Ofilee and Barely Escapes Going
a Hail


to Jail.
James Turtle, an Italian iaborer en-
ployed by the Brandywine Granite Co,
was given hearing before Justice Kelly.
Wednesday charged with threatening
Geusipm D'Onfros with bodily harm. III
asmuch rs he said he would throw
DOnifros into the Brandywine at some
point above Washington bridge, where lie
would have no opportunity to save himself
from watery grave.
As Turtle is a much heavier man than
D'Onifros and more robust the latter aid
not care TO have his career cut so short. so
he made haste to lay the matter before
Justice Kelly.
During the trial Wednesday it trans
pired that the trouble arose over a board
bill of Sl9.75, which D'Onifros at one time
owed Turtle, who attached his wages in
the hands OF the Brandywine Granite Co.
and secured it all but SI.35. which he al
lowed Dunlfros as AN Offset for All abb
sence from his table for IA period of four
days. Turtle signed the judgment in Jus.
lce heliys office. relieving D'Onifros
from further liability for board. That was
about 10 days ago.
Some time after that words passed be.
tween the couple and Turtle informed
D'Onifros that he was still short 81 80 OH
board, and II he didn't pay It he would
throw INN in the creek. The records of
the magistrate office show that ID Onifrus
Is all straight on board and Justice Kelly
allowed Turtle TO 20 after some words OF
admonition and the costs in the case.
Turtle then turned TO D'Onifros and
with a savage look, said III | have to
pay these costs I'll cut your head on"
Bring the prisoner back" said the
magistrate. and Constable Reardon did so.
Justice Kelly then placed the defendant
To nos. Nl....t -
he afterwards gave aud escaped imprison.
ment.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21
KINDERG4KrEN CLAss.
Commencement Exercises Held at Friends
Schoni, Thursday Afternoon.

The commencement exercises of the
kindergarten training class at Friends
school were held Thursday afternoon
in the school hall.
The stage was decorated with palms
and flowers. A large audience com.
posed Of friends Of the graduates and
the school were present. Principal
Isaac /. johnson made some introduce
tory remarks, speaking of the beginning
and growth Of the kindergarten work
in the school and that the training in
kindergarten work is given to meet the
demands for such instruction in this
community.
The course of study includes history
OF education, psychology as applied to
teaching, besides the theory and prac-
tiee OF kindergarten games, songs and
gifts. .
This course is so arranged that young
women who do not expect to become
kindergartners, but who desire to be-
come familiar with the theory may take
that part Of the course only.
Miss Lucy Wheelock OF Boston was
introduced ami addressed the class.
At the close of Miss Wheelock's ad-
dress the principal conferred diplomas
upon Mary A. Taylor, Josephine B.
Fogg, Isabella ID. Anderson, Edna
Henry, Sarah n. Gawthrop.
The work Of the class was displayed
in one OF the school rooms and was in
spected by those present.
In the evening the class gave recep-
ton to Miss Wheelock. About rs guests
were present.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21
cIrF COUNCIL.
The Meagre Amount of business Trans
acted Thursday Evening.

The amount Of business transacted
by City Council Thursday evening was
small
The committee appointed to iuvesti.
gate Philaielphia's method Of impound-
ing and killing dogs reported that it had
performed that duty and recommended
that Wilmington adont the plan. The
committee stated that ii is more humane
TO kill dogs with charcoal gas than with
pistol; Philadelphia's method appar.
entity is painless and is not revolving;
by this method a dog can be killed in
81 seconds. BY adopting the method
Wilmington could save the rent OF
pounds. The committee further recon-
mended that dog and COW pounds be
put on the garbage crcmatory lot and
that the pnhlic buildings committee
have the necessary building and fencing
erected. The report was adopted.
The city treasurer reported that Coun-
Gil has Sl7,2S6.43 In Union National
Bank TO the credit Of the City's current
expenses. He also reported the follow.
ing receipts From Chief of Police
Dolan, $3.50, dog tax; from Collector
Sayers, $500, city and school taxes for
1899; from Collector Mitchell, 5000
similsr taxes.
The city auditor certified to the cor.
rectness Of tile accounts of the chief Of
police ana the city treasurer
Mr.. Dannenberg introduced an ordi.
dance authorizing the issuance of bonds
aggregating 100000 for the redemption
of loan No. %. The bonds are 10 bear
interest at the rate of 4 per cent per
annum, payable semi.anaually, in Janu.
airy and July, and are to he redeemed
April list, 1910. The ordinance was
given the usual readings aud referred to
the law committee.
The ordinance amending the ordinance
to regulate weights and measures used
in the public markets and markethouses
was given its final reading, adopted aud
referred to the mayor. Ii authorizes the
clerk Of the market to contiscate weights
and measures which are not correct.
A communication from DR.. Ii. NJ.
First, acknpwledg lying his election as
vaccine physician, was read and noted.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21

The chapters of the Brotherhood of
st. Andrew in Wilmington and vicinity
held a meeting last Thursday evening
in the parish building of Old Swedes
Church. Chester, Eikton and North
east chapters were represented and the
attendance was large. Charles NJ. Curtis
presided. Bishop Coleman offered prayer
and delivered an address of welcome.
james g. Sellers and L. Lee Patton of
Philadelphia spoke on "The Brother.
hood Of Man in the Church" and the
Rev. George NJ. Bond Of Newark made
an address on The Brotherhood Man
in the World" The chapters at Chester
and Easton were invited TO join the
Wilmington assembly.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21

The Annual communication of Temple
Lodge --nlme Room improvements.

Temple Lodge, No. II, A. F. A. NJ,
held its annual communication last night
week. The following officers were
elected for the ensuing year: w. NJ. 4.
II. Il. Garrett; 5. W., L. b. Mode; j. W.,
DR.. j. Harmer Rie; Treasurer, ".
Stewart ALMONDS; Secretary. o. w.
Everett. Past masters jewels were pre-.
sented to James Thompson, j. Q. Akin,
A. S, Reed and DR.. l.. A. KittinEer.
The Rev. Merritt Ilulburi, ID. d., made
the presentation speech. Subsequently
there was collation., followed by vocal
aud instrumental music.
During July and August the blue
room in Masonic Temple will be re-
frescoel, repapercd and recarpeted and
its furniture will be reupholstered, all
in blue, as will also the two ante-roOns.
The appearance of the apartments will
be greatly improved,
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21
Anniversary of winona Council.

Winona Council, Jr. L. o. 4. NJ.
had "a pleasant celebration of its first
anniversary on Thursday. The attend.
ance was large aud several visitors from
Germantown, Pa, were present. The
programme was US follows: Opening
ode, audience; prayer, the Rev. +. b.
Short; address Of welcome, |. T. Parker:
vocal solo, dreaming of Love" Miss
Blanche Appleby, banjo duet, Misses
Robinson and Brown; duet, selected,
Miss Elsie Vernon and Miss Florence
Biddle; bass solo, "On the Deep Blue
Sea" ERWIN Buckmaster; musical com.
bination, Elwood Stout; contralto solo,
The Watcher" Miss Anna S. OF;
violin solo, Miss Martie solomon; silent
drill, Messrs, Bailey and Taylor; bari
tone solo, Brave Sentinel" Fred 4,
Ross recitation, Miss Retta Stewart;
song, with guitar accompaniment,
George Biddle; piano duet, Misses
Bailey and Springer; male quartet,
"Larboard Watch" Messrs. SIasten,
Ross, Biddle and Parker. Mrs. Samuel
G. Fisher was accompanist. Refresh
ments were served.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21
HOME FOR TINE FRIEsDLEss.
Reception and Entertainment at tn,
Home Thursday.

The annual reception at the Home for
Friendless Children was held Thursday.
The grounds and large building were
thronged with visitors, young and old,
who enjoyed with the inmates the beau
tiful weather and surroundings at the
pleasant home.
The lady managers were present to
receive their numerous friends. In the
morning Bishop Coleman made an ad-
dress, referring TO the advantages Of the
institution and its value TO the COM
munity. He talked in his engaging
manner to the children vino in turn
were delighted with his words.
Thursdays beautiful weather showed
the home at remarkable advantage, its
favorable location and attractive sur
roundIngs.
The exercises were held in the fore
noon and consisted Of songs and recita-
tions and were thoroughly enjoyed by
both children and visitors.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21
REtL estate SALES.
Property Disposed OF at Public Auction
at the Court House Thursday Morning.

ht hhN NbAAA
There was a small attendance OF
buyers at the Court House on Thursday
interested in the sale of building lots
sold to close up estates. AuctionGer
William \. Hukil sold the property
belonging 10 the estate of Martha W
Payne, No. y East Twenty.second
street, 10 James Ziegler for 1923, George
I. Barnhill is executor and Judge Ball
attorney,
Isaac Il. Lippincott, executor for the
estate Of Naomi Is. Foster, sold four lots
on Harrison street. three of which were
20 feet front and 10 feet deep and the
other 274 feet front and 20 feet deep to
Frederick Kieale and two 25.foot front
lots on sycamore street with depth Of
81 feet to the same buyer. Mr.. kienle
paid $4.35 per foot front for M. lot On
Harrison street, 1910 per foot front for
Nos. ? and 3 and $3.50 per foot front tor
No. 4. For the Sycamore street lots Mr..
kienle paid $500 per foot front
The same estate sold seven lots on
Goodman street, between A and b, in
South Wilmington, 20 feet front by 100
fec; deep, to Daniel w. Taylor, for SO
per foot front.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21
Free Pills,

Send your address 70 H. E. Bucklen e.
Co., Chicago, and get free sample box of
DR.. Kings New Life Pills. A trial will
convince you of their merits. These pills
are easy in action and are particularly
effective in the cure of constipation and
sick headache. For malaria and liver
troubles they have been proved invaluable
They are guaranteed TO be perfectly free
from every deleterious substance and to
be purely vegetable. They do not weaken
stomach and bowels greatly invigorate the
system. Regular size, % cents per box.
Sold by Beatou Smith, graduate in phar-
macy, Seventh and Pine streets. Goods
delivered free.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21

A lawn PARTY was In progress at the
yard Of Mrs. Matlack's house, Delaware
avenue and Tatnall street, Thursday,
when two horses attached to hearse
returning from funeral became fright.
ened and ran away at Tenth and Ship.
ley streets. Lewis Lynch, the driver,
was unable TO stop them. They at
tempted 10 turn the corner at Delaware
avenue and Tatnall streets, but instead
plunged through the iron fence into
Mrs. Matlack's yard, partly denlolish-
ing the hearse and putting the lawn
party to flight. Driver Lynch was
thrown to the ground and injured.
Several stable men captured them.
Lynch was removed to his home where
DR.. Frantz is attending him.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21
Serious Accident to George Buchanan.

Special Correspondence OF Gazette and journal
LAUREL, June l4.-George Buchanan,
a resident Of this town, who has recently
returned from a prolonged journey to
Nova Scotia, met With a painful ii not
fatal accident yesterday afternoon. lie
had engaged u team preparatory 10 TAX
ing his wife driving, and while turning
a corner near his mouse the horse gave
sudden start and Mr.. Buchanan was
thrown violently into the street. He
held on to the horse and prevented 1t
from running away, not realizing how
dangerously he was hurt. 1t soon
became apparent that the victims
wounds were serious and DR.. Luce was
called IN. The doctor found him with
two broken rios and sufforin; excrucl1
atlng pain. His condition is critical.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21

other needed reforms local representation
and an elective judiciary.
NOMINEES NAMED ny COMMITTEE,
A committee of three from each
county was appointed to caucus for the
nominees for the ticket They reported
in short time and Thomas j. Perry
was nominated forgovernor by acclama.
ton and w. w. Bullock for Represen.
tative in Congress.
The emblem of the party adopted was
the same as two years ago Subscrlp-
tions amounting TO about $50 per month
were contributed TO defray the expenses
Of speakers during the campaign,
After some short addresses the con.
yention adjourned.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21
JUNE NUPrIALs.
Wedding of John p. Seave and Miss
Bertha Hill aud Other Couples.

Wedding of John p. Neave and Miss
Bertha Hill aud other Couples.
John p. Neave and Miss Bertha Hill
were married Thursday evening at the
home of the brides parents, No. Z East
Third street, the Rev. John D. G. Hanna
officiating. Richard Taylor was grooms.
man and Miss Clara Watson bridesmaid.
The ushers were Thomas Parnell and
John Willis. Miss Sadie Patton played
the wedding march. The bride and her
attendant were gowned in white silk
and the former carried Bride roses and
the latter Mareschal Neil roses.
Among those present were: Mrs.
Brown, Miss Brown, Mrs. Rumtord and
Mr.. and Mrs. Hall of Chester, Mrs. Nichol
and son Of Baltimore, James Strain and
Mr.. Dixon of Philadelphia, Mr.. and Mrs.
John W. Neave, Mr.. and Mrs. James
Hill, Mr.. and Mrs Milford Carey, Mr..
and Mrs. Thomas Purnell, Mr.. and Mrs.
Mitchell, Mr.. and Mrs. J.. T. Stewart,
Mr.. and Mrs. William j. Gibbons. Mr..
and Mrs, r. 5. Neil, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis
Gerber, Mr.. and Mrs. William Z. Taylor,
Miss Ida Patton, Miss Carrie Jones,
Miss Minnie Reynolds, Miss Sallie
Minors, Miss Emma Harper, Misses
Ella and Dora Willis, Miss Flemming,
Miss Ella Mckay, Miss Lizzie Hurst,
Miss Rena Fighter, Miss Ethel Neave,
Miss Mary Buttcrworth, Miss Clara
Rulings, Miss Anna Gem, Miss Maggie
Neil, Mrs. Thoin. H. White. A. Hoskins.
{. c. Galigna, Mr. Maddox, Charles
Reed, Willie, Charles and Andrew
Neaye, Walter Thompson, William
Lingo and Howard and Hurst Hill.
Mr. and Mrs. Neave went on north.
ern tour.
cooK-RIGBY.
Bishop James Cook of New York, and
Miss Rebecca Rigby of this city, were
married Thursday at the residence OF
job H. Jackson, by Bishop Edward
Williams. Miss Rigby had been ser,
want in Mr.. Jackson's family for II
years. Bishop and Mrs. Cook will re.
side in Wilmington.
THoMPsoN-DILLoS.
Charles Thompson and Miss Mary
Dillon were married Wednesday even
ing at the residence OF the bride.
parents, No. 1920 West Tenth street, bl
the Rev. William L. White.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21

Anton Hauber and Daniel Dohl have
sold the Central Hotel, on French street
between Sixth and Seventh, to two
New Workers for $ls,2Oo One of the
purchasers is employed in New York
hotel and his partner recently came
from Germany 1t is stated that the
property will be greatly improved and
be made iirst.class German hotel
The New Workers will obtain possession
as soon as George W. Ortlip, who has
leased the premises until March 25th
next, can be induced to vacate.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21

Special Correspondenceo f Gazette and journal
New CASTLE, June !5.--City Council
held special meeting last nigh. To hear
the assessment for this year, which has Just
been completed, read. It shows the white
assessment TO be Sl,425 252 and cofored,
S3l, 637. making the total assessment
l,456,9l9. The rates this year are "A cents
for school, 81 cents for city and % cents
for road and street purposes, u total of 90
cents, an increase of 4 cents on city rate
this assessment falling short SIG, 900. The
amount of last years taxes was $l3 80
while this year Sl3,S47.2l is to be raised.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21

The cornerstone OF Cambridge, Nd,
Catholic Church, which is now in prog.
ress Of construction, was laid Thursday.
Father Waldron conducted the cere-
monies. The names of Pope Leo XIII,
Bishop Curtis, Grover Cleveland, Father
Waldron aud Thomas Quimby, the con.
tractor, together with copies of news
papers, were inclosed in the stone. The
church, which is To be memorial, has
received the name of "Mary, the Refuge
of Sinners Bishop Curtis has already
received numerous gifts for the new edi-
flee. The building will probably be
completed some time in September.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21

Many of the Catholic societies Of this
city will participate in the Fourth of
July celebration al Elkton. The demon
stration is assuming large proportions.
Senator Crothers will deliver the Grafton
and Hon. John 5. Writ will read the
Declaration of Independence. William
NJ. Singerly has promised a $500 display
Of fireworks. Holly Hall, tie place Of
celebration, is only five minutes walk
from the p, w. & b. railroad station.
Father Birmingham is arranging TO run
an excursion from Wilmington. Tickets
for the round trip, 30 cents.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21
A Fnmou, TrottIug M.

b. w. Jester of this city has engaged
Colonel 5. B. Foard of Elkton, Md, to
prepare and exhibit his trotting dog,
Bird, at the fairs this fall. The deg Is
already at Elkton, and whenever seen
creates furore Of applause, as he is the
fastest, best-gaited aud most knowing
trotter Of the canine race in this coun.
try. Colonel Foard expects To exhibit
Bird all over the United States, and
next year make Il tour of the European
countries. There certainly is no more
novel exhibition than this dog at speed
with his sulky and driver.
Delaware gazette and state journal. (Wilmington, Del.) 1883-1902, 1894-06-21

Industry Conclaye, A. o. A. NJ, has
elected the following officers for the en-
suing year: Past master mogul, Frank
A. Mitchell; master mogul; John H..
Keatly; senior mogul, ]. w. Mackey;
junior mogul, Harry 5. Lawton; worthy
supe, w. j. Martin; inside snoozer, G.
G. Stewart; outside snoozer, Emmett l..
Thomas; band master, George l.. Fergu-
son; assistant L. B. Church; hustler, W.
Y. Casperson; assistant, George H.Craw-
ford; quill driver, ]. ]. Whitaker; cash
grabber, w. N. Mccormick.