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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06

Jennings, which should have been an easy double, retiring :he side, eventually gave the Giants four runs.
 In the early practice, when tho kids wero on the field to chase the leather, Burke hit ono of them in tho face with a ball. It looked deliberate, and n crowd from the hlcachers swarmed over into the field after him. The police drove tho crowd back, and Burke explained that tho offense was unintentional. Tho New York players and rooteTs camo to the grounds with ono policeman in each bus.
 When the game began, the crowd of Il. .OOu people kept unusually quiet and undcmonstrativo all through the game, with the exception at times when brilliant plays were made by either side Emslie took tho first turn at judging balls and strikes and Hurst on base decisions.
 In tho second inning Gleason made a great stop and assist on a hard liner from Ward $ bat, and in the same inning Doyle dropped an easy foul fly from Jennings bat, but was saved an error mark by Jen- nings' sacrificing on tho next ball pitched. During this inning the New York play CTS crowded around Emslic and kicked principally to worry him. In tho fourth inning Mcckin made a wonderful stop of hard hit b'll from Kelley's bat and in the next inning Burke's catch of a long fly from Brouthers' bat was the feature. In the sixth inning he delighted his ad- mirers by making what seemed an i'm possible play. In tho seventh inning Ward and Neekin attempted tricks ac- creiited to McCiraw.
 Tho game was won and lost in the ninth inning Fuller sent an easy one to short. but it hit n stone and bounded over Jen- nings' head. Farrell got In another scratch hit Meekin struck out. Burke sent m easy one to Jennings for n double play. but Jennings in overan xiety fumblcd the ball. Herman cleared the bases with a three base hit and came in on Davis out, and Doyle's out rotired the side.
 In tho BaltimOre's half of the inning 1t was quito dark, and Mcekin relied upon speed. He sent three men to first on balls. but all the Orioles could do was to get in
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
LOST ON THE KEYS.
Only Two Men of the Bark Brandon.
 Crew Escaped.

KEY WEST, Oct. 6. - With each day information reaches hero from the keys surroundings this place relative to the loss of life in tho recent hurricane MT. Finder who resides on East Mata. cumbie key, reports that after Sept 29 two sailors drifted ashore with life pre- servers from the British bark Brandon of Quebec from Ship island pascagouIa, for Liverpool, with n cargo of lumber, which ran ashore on Crocus reef on the night of Sept. 26, and after pounding over the reef got into tho channel and capsized Another of the crew came ashore the same night.
 There were T. in all on board, and these are the only ones accounted for. Tho cap tain, William Bedford had one leg bro ken by n sea as soon as tho ship struck the reef. and n Norwegian sailor had both legs crushed by piece of timber.
 While two of his shipmates were tryina to release him another sea shifted tho timber so that they could draw him out. They then fastened n life preseryer on him. These surviving ones think that he, the captain, mate. steward and ar. other of the crew were drowned. as they were all in the cabin when the ship turn cd bottom up. The shore is full of pieces of her cabin, forecastle and house. and three of her boats wero all smashed tt 2ieces
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
THE CHARS HEALTH.
Conflicting Rumors Arc Plenty. and FactI
 Arc Scarce.

ST. PETEESBUEG, Oct. 6.-The Official Messenger announces tho safe arrival of tho cZar at Livadia A special circular has been sont to all the newspapers strict ly forbidding them to make any reference whatever to the czar's Illness beyond n more reproduction without comment of The Official Messengers announcement.
 The widest rumors have been in circu- lation since Saturday. It appears certain that tho imperial family will go to Corfu. Some members of the czar's household have already started for that place. Ii depends upon the weather when tho czar goes. Dr. Popoff has been instructed by Professors Zacharin and Leyden as to the treatment to be pursued, and he will ac- company tho czar to Corfu.
 Another report says that the czar is suffering from extreme weakness, but that he is not confined to his bed. If he is toe weak to go to Corfu in December. he will spend the winter in southern Russia.
 BERLIN, Oct. 6.-Ths Lokal Anzeiger publishes n dispatch from St Petersburg reporting that the czar has had another stroke of apOplexy. Another report states that during the shooting excursions at Spala the czarowitz accidentally wounded a beater, who died the following day from the efrects of his injuries.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
FIGHT WITH TRAMPS.
They sho. ar -raInmen. ant One of Them
 Was Killed.

ANDERsoS, Ind, Oct GA pitched battle between trainmcn and tramps took place southwest of this city. Tho crew of the southwestern limited on the Big Four received orders to sidetrack four miles south of the city to allow tho east bound southwestern to pass. As tho train left the city the blind baggage car was board cd by four tramps.
 When the siding was made, Brakeman Wilson went to tho front platform and or dered them oil. Tho men showed fight and flashed revolvers. Wilson ran to tho engine cab called the engineer and fro man. and the threo pulled their revolvers. Firing began. and fully 20 shots were passed. The finale came when one of tho tramps staggered and fell. He was taken up by one of the four and carried to the woods nt the side of the track.
 Just then an east bound train passed. and the engineer pulled out to mako up lost timc. Anderson police officers were notified. and n thorough search was mado, but further than spots of blood nothing could Dc found.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
MORE ABOUT KEEGAN.
Mrs. Laird says That He Tried to Kill
 Her Too.

Her Too.
 PROVIDENCE, Got. 6.-By the sworn statement of Mrs. Rebecca Laird of this city Lawrence c. Reagan, now under ar rest for the murder of Mrs. Emily Cham bcrs, attempted to kill her on the Tues day preceding the Scituate tragedy. Mrs. Laird is tho wife of n painter of this city. Keegan became acquainted with her last August posing as n wealthy man with large properties in New Haven, Boston and Australia, and at last persuaded her to leave her husband and eiops with him.
 Mrs Laird sold all her household fur niture. and last Tuesday they were to start for Australia Their trunks wore sent to Fall Iiver in time for the Now York boat and kseran and Mrs. Laird took q carriage to drive to Fall River.
 While on the road near Warren. Keegan proposed n walk. and as Mrs. Laird left the carriage Kcegan pulled knife and rushed at her. She seized the weapon in her hand. cutting herself badly, but she succeeded in getting 1t away from him and throw it away. She thon compelled him to return to Providence.
 Mrs. Laird has not only sworn to these facts, but Kecgan admits that he drove to warren with n woman on tho night in question, although he refuses to tell who it was
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
GIANTS WON AGAIN.
They Take Two Straight Games Tn th
 Temple Cup series.

BALTIMORE, Oct 6.-The second game of the Temple cup series, played here. was another exhibition of great ball playing. Local fans" however, do not fully ap- preciate 1t because tho Orioles lost. The score was to in favor of the New Yorks
 Both teams were evenly matched In skill and in play. but an element of luck was in favor of the New Workers Tho game was nip and tuck up to the ninth inning. In this inning an error by the peerless
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
ENGLAND NOT TO MIX IN
British Cabinet Decide on Non-
 interference In the Orient.
PREMIER RosBBERY AGAINST IT.

There Was a Movement, However. For s
 Combination of Powers to Prevent tho
 Overthrow of the Chinese Dynasty-Li
 Hung Chang's Men Desert to the Enemy.
 LONDON, Oct. GA dispatch received here from Berlin says that it has boon learned on high authority that the meet ing of the British cabinet was called to discuss a proposal for combined action on the part of the powers to interfere and prevent the overthrow of the Chinese dy- nasty, which, it was claimed, would re- suit in anarchy in the cmpire and the massacre of Europeans.
 One power, it Is said, favored n com pulsory settlement of the Chinese -Japa- nese dispute. The dispatch adds that Sir the exchequer, supported this view of the action to be taken, but Prime Minis ter Rosebery and a majority of the cab inet believed that active interference would be more dangerous than noninter- vention, and it was decided that Great Britain should not interfere.
 The Paris correspondent of The Times tclegraphS that Europe will laterhave tO consider the advisability of trying to limit the consequences of war, but for the pres ent negotiations are confined to concert ing measures of preservation. On this point it is stated that Franco and Eng land are already agreed.
 Lord Dufferin, the British ambassador to France. will not curtail his holidays. He will return to Paris at the end of the month.
 In response to an inquiry regarding the safety of missionaries in China the Lon don Missionary society has received n tcl- egram from Hankow stating that all the missionaries are well and that they ap- prehend no trouble.
 China UnPrcparcd For War.
 The Standard publishes q letter from Peking on the unprcparedncss of China and the corruption that prevails in that country. The letter says that from all parts of the empire and especially from Foo Choo come reports of forts unfit to fire shot, guns that havo not been used since the war with the French and from which every movable piece of metal has been stolen and gunners discharged to save their pay.
 Is it any wonder, it is asked. that the people post placards on tho city gates at Foo Choo declaring that the viceroys and taotais' heads be forfeited for abuse of their public trusts: The letter declares that there is much talk among the lower classes of the official reforms which must follow the war
 Tho Daily News announces that \ ice Admiral Fremantlc. commanding the British fleet in Chinese waters. has been instructed by telegraph to draw such re- endorsements as he requires from the nearest availatlc British fleet. The va cancies thus caused will be filled by yes sells from distant squadrons or from tho home station. The paper adds that it Is reported that the powers have agreed to strengthen thcir squadrons in Chinese waters the samo as Great Britain strength ems hers.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
The Kentucky Tax War.

STURGIs. Ky. Oct. 6.-AH talk of arm cd invasion of the tax precincts by Col lectOr Blackwell has ceased. Bondholdcr Preston sent word to the funding board to moot him in Henderson today for a con ference. Preston will offer a 90 cent com promise, but the board will not accept anything except the original proposition. us the people would not abide by 1t.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
A wh.., Tru.t orr,uIx.s,.

INDIANAPOLIS, Oct a.-The representa-. tives of tho various wheel companies who have been meeting in this city for the past several weeks have completed an or gapization which will practically give them the monoply Of the wheel business In this country.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
French Revenue Falling om

PARIS, Oct. G-The deficiency in the revenue from indirect taxation for tho month of September was over 1000. 900 francs as compared with the revenue dur ing the corresponding month last year.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
The rawtueket strike.

PAwTUCKTT. R. L. Oct. 6-The com mitteo appointed by the Lorraine mill weavers, who arc out on n strike, to con fer with Agent MacCall wont to the mill office, but tho agent refused to receive them. The strikers met in spinner hall and by an unanimous vote decided to re- main out until their demands arc recog niZCl
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
Mrs. Hubbard Sue. For Divorce

CHICAGO. Oct. 6.-Danicl E. Hubbard the merchant from Grafton. Mass. who created a sensation on tho night of Sopt 27 by shooting his young wife and n friend who wcrc walking on Evanston avenue, is defendant in a suit for divorce brought in tho circuit court by Louise Hubbard. She makes tho shooting the cause of her action for divorce.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
County omeial. In indicted.

COLUMBUS, O., Oct 6. Indictments were returned by the grand jury against County Commissioners Thomas I. Cassa- dy, Democrat; :. B. Biggert Democrat, and J. B. Mcdonald, Republican, all in dicted for alleged misconduct in office and for receiving n bribe of Sl, goo each from the Columbus Bridge company year ago
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
A Peculiar Accident.

LITTLE FALLS, N. Y, Oct. 6-whiIe picking apples Assessor David Wither- stine of Herkimer met with a peculiar and painful accident He raised his head to look up in the tree when falling apple struck him squarely in tho eye bursting the ball and destroying the sight
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
Ry.n and Drmp.ey Matched.

CurcAGo. Oct 6.--Articles have been signed for n finish fight betweon Tommy Ryan of Chicago and Jack Demsey. tho Nonpareil. The mon will meet in the arena of the Auditorium Athletic club of New Orleans on Dec. l2 for a purse of s5. GOO. weighing in at IA pounds at tho rtngsIde
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
BROOKLYN BRIEFS.

Some of the members of inc foot ball team Tn this section are indignant at tke tone of the item in last nights DEMOCRAT in relation to the proposed challenge from the football team of the club in the south end of the city. The team over here is not afraid to accept a challenge from any team in the state. A man who claimed to belong to the team in this section said. today. that bis men may refuse to accept a challenge from the fellows on the other side Cf the town, but if such action should be taken it would be because the club on the hill has not yet acquired a reputation and he did no. think hIs boys would carv to bother with them.
 Anthony Rose. wlo conducts a shoe shop at 7sl Bank street, and John Blans- field of Riverside street. had a narrow escape from being torn to pieces by 8 car nivorous bird on Town Plot yesterday afternoon. The two men went out gum ming and reached about a mile into the wood when Mir Rose thought he saw a dark cloud overshadow the place and looking upward beheld a hugh bird skimming about in the air. MT Rose Is s skilled marksman and taking aim fired at the bird. which after a short time was seen to de- cend to the earth. and before the hunts meh knew where they stood the talons of the bird was embedded in the breast of the marksman. In an instant the vest and underwear was torn from the mans body and before his companion could come to the rescue the forocious bird had almost torn Mir Rose to pieces. Its claws had en- tered the flesh on his breast and its hooked beak was embedded in his neck. After a bitter struggle in which young BlansfeId came in for a good clawing the bird was overpowered and carried in triumph to the store of L. r. .S A. NJ Guilfoile where it was placed in a large wire cage and is on exhibition in the window The whole dis pute among the crowd of spectators is whether it is a large henhawk or an eagle. Mir Rose sold it for s1. but if he had it back now he would not give it for s1OO. for it is stated that one of its species had never before been seen in this part of the
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06

CHICAGO. Oct. 6.-S. NJ. Biddeson, sec retary of the Stato Mutual Life Insurance company, was arrested hero, charged with running lottery under the guise of an insurance company.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
Japanc,c Troops Not Landed.

SHANGHAI, Oct. G.-Tho report that Japanese troops had landed at shan Tung has not been confirmed. Tho warships that were sighted off Chusan were not Japanese.
 Wang FcnG Tsao. late Chinese minister at Tokyo. has had an nudicnco at Peking and was severely ccnsurcd on account of his ignorance Of the Japanese designs In Korea
 Two Japanese spies havo been arrested at Nankin. One of them confessed that he had been furnishing information to the Japanese and added that he regretted that he had bccn captured before he had finished his work. The other prisoner, q clerk to tho other spy, pleaded youth and ignorance in oNtcnuatiOn of his Offenso. Both are now awaiting the decision Of tho viceroy in their cases.
 It is reported that ,, OOu men belonging to the Sheng division of Ii Hung Chang's crack corps now in Korea. have deserted on account of their pay being in arrears. It Is also rumorcd that they have joined the enemy.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06

nistrict of Waterbury. ss Probate Court lI Oct 70. lS9t.
 Estate of Thomas Kcenan late "f Waterbury in said district. dcceascsi.
 Upnn the application Of Mary keenan praying that letters Uf administration may lee granted George II. Cnwell Hn said estate as per application on file more fully apTeaTS.it Is determined at the probate office in Nater- bury in said district. uns the 18th day OfsOctO- her \. D.. lSa4.at 9 o'clock in the fnrengbn.and that notice be given Of the tendency of said application and the time and place of hearing thereon. by publishing the same thTat' times some newspaper having a circulation in said
 ROBERT A. LOWE Judge.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
Chinn I.ur. nIh ra,hinnrI Arm.-

MARsEILLES, Oct. 6.-Adviccs received here from the far east are to the effect that the SiamCse government has sold to Chinese traders 6O. OOU rifles of an obso- lcto type. Tho price paid by tho traders was about 9 cents for each rifle
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06

weslcyan's New Gymnasium. MIDDLETowN, Conn, Oct. 5.-Wesleyan university celebrated tho formal opening of its new gymnasium.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06

LONDON, Oct. GA dispatch from Ath- ems says that the king of Greece has plac- cd his chateau at Corfu at the disposal oi the czar, and it is understood that the offer has been accepted.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06

We want you to look at cur new Drss Shirt for sl. We have plenty of White Shirts 50 cents. 75 cents. sl and even more. but this particular Shirt is the bes quality we ever had for the price and for the purpose. full dress. We have every thing needed for wedding outfits We make 8 speciality of fine goods of this kind and keep everything you need
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
To Whom it Say Concern!

On Saturday. 9th inst in store of old block. there will be closed out at some price. d lot of Tin, Iron and Stcel-ware, Lamps, Gas and Lamp Shades, Fancy Crockcry. and Glass ware. Balance ot the Salvage Stock which we had to pack away to make room for the boots and shoes stock. There are thousands of useful and ornamental articles that must be cleared out, as the building is tearing down.
 Shoe Sale Continues 3 doors north of old building. Kennedy Block. l3O South Main street, directly opposite Scovill
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06
New York & New England R. R.

Town Clerks office, Waterbury. Conn, Oct 5, 1891 This is tn certify thsi James T. Has k-tt ha> filed an apI.lica- ton to sell spirituous and int .xic ting liquors At S9l East Min and Str. et. in ssid town, and is end"'s d by James ] Fgau, William J Ri.re Jam. : Sutton. Michael Dwyer. Jar rs F. Russe l. eIe tors and tAxPay. r- in Said town
 Thomas F. McMahol. To~n Clerk.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1894-10-06

Mrs Thorner Tells of the Trap Laid For the Unfortunate Man and the Part Taker In It by Herself and Barthoiomy's Wife. Had Given Up All His Money.
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SANDY SPRING,

The June meeting of the Home Interest
society occurred at Plainield, with William
W. and Mary E. Moore. As usual at this
nospitaole home. the attendance was large.
Jonn Thomas presided, Alban G. Thomas
served as secretary. and the guests were
Jonathan h Taylor and wife, Mrs. Joseph
W. Triton. Mrs Joseph T. Moore. ir.. Mrs
Milton H. Bancroft, Misses Kate BRADLEY
Alice b. Stabler. Bell W. Hannum. Clara
A Moore and Mary e. Thomas. The flow
er and vegetable gardens and poultry yard
gave evidence of intelligent care. The AS
ISOLATION adjourned to 'Leawood Mills -
the home of Merritt and Lydia w. Hayi-
land. in July.
The dancing class was entertained on the
evening OF the 10th instant by the Misses
Thomas of Tanglewood. This was a sort
OF farewell party. as the young hostesses
left on Friday for the New Jersey coast
where they expect to remain six weeks with
their friends. Misses Barbara and Sylvia
Such.
The Montgomery Club convened at pen
y-Bryn, tine home Of Joseph T. Moore jr
on Saturday afternoon. The gathering was
smaller than that of May. owing doubt
less, to the paramount claims of harvest at
this season The July meeting will be al
Alloway, with Robert II. Miller as host
The philanthropic committee of Friends
Meeting has appointed Sarah T. Miller
Charles E. Bond, Newton Stabler, Sarah T.
Moore and Mary z. Thomas to represent II
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at the conference of Friends to be held In
August at Chappaqua, New York.
James p. Stabler, Samuel 8. and Joseph
Bond are putting up the telephone, which,
with all its ramiications, will extend some
fifteen miles along the public and private
roads.
Edward P. Taylor, after an absence of
more than five years on the Pacific coast,
is again in the neighborhood.
Mrs. Patton and children of Washington
Henry Gilpin and children of Baltimore
with Miss Mary E. Gilpin for the summer
Mrs. Mamie H. Bassett Of PHILADELPHIA
daughter Of the late j. Edgar Hallowell of
this county. is visiting relatives here.
Among other arrivals are Misses Nettie
James e. Jouett. DR.. William l. Hull, Geo.
II. Moore, William T. Harvey. Crawford
Lyon and j. Herbert Stabler.
Prof. Charles NJ. Stabler, to the disappoint-
ment of his many warm friends here, has
decided to spend his vacation from duties
at the George school further north than
SANDY Spring. He and his sister. Miss An
ma VI. Stabler. purpose trip through the
Adirondacks.
Miss Bell W. Hannum of Sherwood will
shortly return to her old home in Bucks
county, Pa, to remain until September.
Mrs Walter Fl. Brooke is still detained
In 81. Louis with her son Waiter who. al
thoush convalescing. may not be able to
accompany her home for another fort
night.
Joseph T Moore has been in New York.
Mr.. and Mrs. j. w. Tilton in Richmond.
Miss. Sarah B. Farquhar at Blue Ridge
Summit. Miss Edna v. Thomas in Balti-
more. Frederic L. Thomas in New Jeresy
and George II. Brooke at Norfolk since our
last writing.
Rumors of an electric road from Kensing-
ton to this section have revived the faint
ing hopes OF progressive citizens.