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The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS.
Object to Having Liquor Dealers
Enter Their Ranks.
A RESOLUTION PRESENTED TO
THE SUPREME LODGE.

Those Bar Tenders and Liquor Sellers Who
Arc Already Members May Remain
The Proposed Action Forbidding the
Translation of the Ritual Into the
German Language Excited Strong
Wave of Opposition.
Washington, August 3O.-The various COM
mittees of the Supreme lodge. Knights of
Pythias, to which were referred the great
legislative questions of general interest to
rank and file, and vitality affecting the Or
ganization, today settled down to business.
The committee having the subject under
consideration, today decided to propose the
report rec ommending that the Supreme
lodge rescind permission heretofore given
several state jurisdictions allowing each to
determine for itself whether those engaged
in liquor traffic should be admitted. 1t is
understood the Supreme lodge will adopt
report when presented, having the effect of
preventing future admission to membership
of. bar tenders Or saloon keepers. This will
not affect the liquor dealers now members
( of the order. A committee of dve, to which
was referred the question as to whether
certain lodges be allowed to use the ritual
as translated into German, gave pro-
tracted hearing on the subject today. The
committee took the matter under advise
ment, but does not expect to arrive at
conclusion before Saturday, and then it will
be necessary to prepare report. The COM
mittee is divided on the subject. and 1t is
difficult to predict how the question may be
decided. Several delegations, especially
those from Wisconsin and other states,
having strong preponderance of German
population. are making every effort to have
a report adopted favorable to thesretention
of the German ritual. A high official in the
order from Milwaukee said all the members
from Wisconsin in attendance upon the en-
campment. severely criticized the Supreme
Chancellor Blackwell for what they consider
his illiberal and narrow views on the sub
ject as expressed in his report. They ex-
plain that many lodges in Milwaukee are
entirely composed of Germans. and in some
instances there are not three members of
the lodge that can speak or read English,
and it would practically expel them from
the order to deprive item of the.German
ritual.
The committee having in charge the
preparation of the new and revised ritual
for the Uniform Rank. completed its work
and compiled what is believed to be salts
factory manual for lodge work. Memorial
services were held at the brigade head
quarters today in memory of Past Supreme
Chancellor Shaw. The Uniform Rank of
Pythians were inspected and reviewed in
the White lot this afternoon by Major GEN.
eral Schofield. and large and enthusiastic
crowd witnessed the review.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
Talk of Assessing Readin e.

New York, August 3O.-It is stated on
good authority that the details of the
reol ganization plan for the Philadel-
phia & Reading railroad is not yet per-
fected. 1t is not definitely decided
whether an assessment will be levied on
the stock. and income bonds, although
that is regarded as the best means of
raising part of the money needed to
restore the property to solvency.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
OFF FOR THE SHOOT.
Members of the State Rifle Team En- r quite
to Sea Girt New Jersey.
lSpeoial to tho PRESS.

Augusta, August 30.-Gen. W. s. Choate,
Col. E. G. harrington, Lieut.. A. A. Chap
man, Sergt. ID. W. Lovejoy and Private ].
A. Fairbanks. members of the State Rifle
team, who reside in Augusta, left here at
e.25 this morning en- route for Sea Girt, New
Jersey, where they will compete in the
national rifle shoot. The other members of
the team with those from Augusta, will
leave Portland together for the scene of
action where they expect to arrive Friday
afternoon, going via the Norwich line of
steamers. The shoot will take place Septem-
ber,3, 4, 5. and Z. The team as finally con-
stituted is made up of the following crack
rifemen: Gen. W. S. Choatc, Col. E. C.
Harrington, Lieut.. Asa A. Chapman, Sergt.
D. ". Lovejoy, Private j. A. Fairbanks,
Augusta; Capt. James E. Mitchell, Bangor;
Lieut.. E. A. Robertson, Hampden; Capt. E.
A. Guptill, Cherryfield; Lieut.. W. A. Paul,
Lieut. H. G. McMurry. Private J. Il. Little
field, Lewiston; Sergt. W, W. Cookson, Port
land; Capt. n. P. Stiles, Norway; Col. E. J,
Cram, Lieut., George A. Anthoine, Lieut.. W.
f. Cummings. Biddeford.
3 While sixteen men are in the party, the
actual working team at Sea Girt will consist
of twelve men, thesextra ones being taken
against any contingencies tLat may arise,
such as sickness or accident. Immediately
on arrival captain and coacher will be
chosen. Tents and cots are to be provided
by the State of New Jersey and if cceptable
will be used by the team.
While the Maine rif1emen, who are all
members of the National Guard or Gov.
Cleaves's staff, are the best shots in the
state. they are not Dragging any now, as
they will meet some of the most expert rifle
men in the country. The District of
Columbia usually sends strong team to
these national contests: also New York,
New Jersey and Pennsylvania, the pick of
the best shots. The competitions are given
under the auspices of the National Ride
association.
1t is expected that the Maine Rifle team
will not come short of high mark, even if
not at the head of the list.
The action of Gov. Cleaves in sending this
team.to Sea Girt has met with the hearty ap-
proval of military men, and others all over
the state, as Maine has not been represented
at an Interstate shoot since Harris NJ.
Plaisted was governor. The men will leave
for home OF Saturday of next week.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
RALLIES IN KNOX COUNTY.
Senator Hale and Hon. v. b. DolIier
Among the Speakers.
Especial to the Press. ]

lOpeclhl 10 tu6 TIeSS.I
Rockland, August 30.-There were three
big Republican rallies in Knox County to-
night. One at Thomaston, addressed by
Senator Eugene Hale, one at Washington
addressed by Randolph C. Surbridge
and Judge Reul Robinson of Camden, and
another at Vinal Haven, where v. B.
Dolliver of Iowa, spoke. The Republicans
are carrying on very aggressive campaign
in this county. They open in Rockland to-
morrow night.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
ON MIDDLE LEDGE.
Steamer Eagle Wrecked Last Night-Pas-
sengers Taken Off.

= Laconia, NH. August 50.-Steamer Eagle,
Capt. Brown, was leaving leaving Lakeport
at 7.3o for trip to Weirs. when she struck
on Middle ledge and keeled over. Her. dis
tress signals were seen by steamer Merideth
who took her passengers off in safety. The
water at the ledge is thirty feet deep and
the passengers were greatly excited. A new
light on shore deceived the pilot. The
Eagle lies on the ledge. 1t is impossible to
estimate her damage tonight.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
FRIDAY MORNING..

Saturday night. He will uphold the princi-
pies of the People party and will speak in
the open air at Market square. An open air
rally has not been held in Augusta for many
years, but the question now agitating the
minds CT many is. which party will have the
largest audience, the Democrats or the Pop
uliHts. The Democrats hold rally the same
night at Meonian hall, which will be ad-
dressed by Hon. Charles f. johnson, the
candidate for governor and Hon. Melvin P,
Frank of Portland.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31

Portland, Me-, Aug. 3O-The local Weather
Bureau office records as to the weather the
following:
a.m.-Barometer. 29.949: thermometer,
Sc o; dew point, 81; humidity,S6; wind, S;
velocity, 6; light rain.
SD. m-Barometer, 29.sS3; thermometer,
So o; dew point, So; sshumidity.S9 wind, NE;
velocity, S; weather, cloudy.
Mean daily thermometer, $40; maximum
thermometer, $50; minimum Thermometer,
$40; maximum velocity Of wind, Sc;
total precipitation. trace.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
Zimmerman Kicks.

Paris, August 30.-The Nancy prize race of
5000 metres, was won at Buffalo Velodrome
this evening by Harris. Zimmerman, the
American champion, tried to beat Tyler's
record for mile with flying start, but
failed. His time was 2. AS. Forman won
the fifteen kilometre race. as Zimmerman
refused to ride. The American champion
said the time keeper was doing his work
dishonesty, and no fair awards could be ex-
pected until he was dismissed. In an inter-
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
Another Cleveland Boom.

Providence, August 3O.-The reduction in
wages of the employees of the new Corliss
Steam Engine company has been an
nounced. The cut down is general through
out the works. The officials are reticent
about the matter and it is impossible to
state what the reduction would be. The new
company has been operating the work s
about three months,
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
A Prominent Banker Dead.

Troy, N. Y, August 3O.-Hon. Thomas
Coleman distinguished RESIDENT died last
night. after long Hines from infrmities of
old age. The deceased was born at Barn
sta BILE, Mass, in 1908 and moved to this city
in 1927. He was father of the American
Bankers association of the United States.
At the time of his death Mr. Coleman was
president of the National bank OF Troy.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
FOR rem +

Store No. 100 Exchange street, in
Jose Bldg, together with shops in rear
Of same, lately occupied by Nelson Ten
ney & Co. Premises consist of Main
store containing about 1880 so. TT.
with Basement the same; rear store
containing about 1880 So. it. with
basement the same; and work shops,
two stories high. 40x22 and 28x16
each. The above are all well lighted
and in good condition and are connect
ed. Large yard space adjoining. The
be divided, as tenant may desire. Ap-
ply to JOHN +. A. MERRILL, Room
"a, Jose Bldg, So Exchange Street:
may24 diff
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
Endeavorers Finish,

Lewiston, August 3O.-The Christian En-
deayorers elected the following officers:
President, G. R. Townsend of Augusta;
corresponding secretary, Emily W. Milliken
of Calais; rec ording secretary, Cora B. .Bick-
ford of Biddeford: treasurer. @. o. Morrill,
of Lewiston. The closing exercises occurred
this evening, including an address by Rev.
Smith Baker. Topic, Motives for Christian
Endeavor."
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
No Water for Mills.

Danielsonville. Conn.,, August 3d.
The mills .at Wauregan. Danelsonville,
Williamsville, Attawaugau and other
small places on the Quinnebaug, and
Five Mile rivers, running 20 to SO hours
a week, son account of s.the low water.
The rivers are the lowest for ten years.
Unless rain falls soon, the mills may
be forced to stop entirely.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
Good Democrat.

Hartford, Conn. August 30.-Hon. Charles
M. Pond, prominent Democrat and busi-
ness man, died this evening aged 81. He
was treasurer of the New Haven and Hart
ford railroad previous to its consolidation.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31

view, Zimmerman said he believed the time
keeper. was bribed TO take time improperly.
The crowd was greatly disappointed by Zim-
merman's failure to contest the race and
whistled and called thirty or forty minutes.
Eventually Zimmerman came out and did
mile against time in {. .O8 l-5
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31

Sangerville last night and spoke with
Congressman Boutelle at Sherman today
at reunion of the veterans of Aroos-
took. Four thousand were present. He
speaks at Bath Friday night.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
AN UNUSUAL DEAL.
Assessment Companies are to Unite Under
One Corporation.

Biddeford, August 3O.-The managers of
several assessment Insurance companies of
this state are planning to consolidate the
companies under the name of the Maine
Mutual Life insurance company. The head
office will be established here. William
Roberts of Biddeford, will be president and
T. G. Heald of Waterville, secretary. The
companies in the deal are the York Mutual
Aid association of Biddeford, the Kennebec
Mutual of Waterville, and the Orient of
Saco, and probably one Portland company
There will be no exchange of policies
already issued by either company.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
RACES AT sACO.
Kittie M. Of Portland Took First Money in
the $50 Trot.

Saco, August 30.-A large attendance at
the York County fair this afternoon
watched the balloon ascension and the ex-
hibition of trained steers. There were eight
starters in the $50 fIot. First money was
won by m Kittie M, of Portland; second
by b Buck of South Berwick; third by ro
Sub Rosa of Hartford, Conn. Best time,
2.36 "a. The two year old race was won by
b f. Marion of Saco; br f, May Twenty.
second ch C Tom Edgmar of So. Berwick.
third.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
They Favor Reciprocity.

Madrid, August 0o.-A royal decree was
issued today that abrogates the customs
ARA ng ement of June, 1891. by which is
allowed special rate on certain imports
from Porto Rico and Cuba and also the
United States
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
Ouarantinc American Beef.

Washington, August 30.-A cable dispatch
from the United States minister at Brussels.
states the order of the Belgian government
subjects all American cattle to a forty-five
days quarantine. An exception is made of
those en- route before October lst on con-
dition they be killed at public slaughter
house on arrival.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
BEssEY WEPT.
But Whether From Regret for Numbering
His Wife or From Personal Fear Is Not
Stated.

His Wife or From Personal Fear Is Not
Stated.
Bath, August 2(-Melvin Bessey. charged
with wife murder on May 27th last, today
took the stand and told circumstances lead
ing up to his crime. But he denied that he
kenw anything of the stabbing. He claimed
that when his wife refused to kiss him good
bye his mind became blank and he knew
nothing more until he found his brother
trying to take from him his bloody knife.
He wept freely and reiterated the state
ment that he chad never meant to do the
woman harm. That he had "loved her as
he did his own heart" On cross-examina-
tion heswas compelled to contradict several
witnesses, and it is felt that he will be con-
victed of murder in the first degree, for he
closed the defense and the case goes to the
jury tomorrow.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
Unable to Cope With Small Pox.

Milwaukee, August 30.-City Health Com
missioner Kempster, today formally asked
the state board of health to take the control
of the small pox epidemic here. The board
has no alternative but to accept.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31

Ellsworth. August 3O.-Willam Mcdonald
of fremont. charged with felonious assault,
was today committed to Jail in default of
$1,000 bonds.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
Col. Jesse Harper at Aug usta.

Especial to the PRESS.)
Augusta, August 30.-Col. Jesse Harper of
Illinois, law partner of Abraham Lincoln,
will address the citizens of Augusta next
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
THE WEATHER.
Fair and Warmer.

Boston, August 3O.-For New England for
Friday: Fair; slightly warmer; westerly
winds.
Washington, August so.-For Friday for
Maine: Fair; variable winds, becoming
northerly.
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31
speeches by the Governor.

Especial to the Press.]
=.Houlton, August 3O.-Governor
Cleaves addressed a large meeting at
The Portland daily press., 1894-08-31

The Herresnotf Boat works at Bristol will
start up in full Monday. Many orders are on
hand,
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1894-06-17

comparisons between her own and that or
queen Marie Antolnette. whose truly Austrian
contempt for the comparatively low-born but
liberal political advisers Of her Inflated husband
and sneers at their lack Of courtly breeding and
knowledge OF etiquette contributed so much 10
precipitate the sanguinary overthrow of the
throne of King Louis XVI.
or course many other instances could be cited
OF royal ngratitude. AS stated above. there Is
not single royal family in Europe that can
consider Itself as exempt therefrom one or the
most notable instances being the dismissal by
Emperor William ii of that great Chancellor to
whom he owed his German Emperor
and every scrap Of administrative and political
knowledge that he possesses. CuriOusly enough,
the only Prince in modern times who has shown
himself truly grateful for services rendered and
mindful Of loyalty and devotion in the past, was
just that monarch to whom the crowned heads
OF the Old World were inclined TO withhold recoS-
milton as brother sovereign. / mean Napoleon
III, many Of whose errors. political. social and
administrative were prompted by kindness OF
heart and sentiments of gratitude toward people
whom, rightly wrongly. he believed to nave
rendered him services in the past. In many in
stances he was mistaken in his belief and the
recipients Of his bounty were not only unworthy
thereof. but scoundrels of the worst description.
who played upon this well-knOwn weakness or
their imperial patron for all II was worth. II
was, however, one Of those failings TO which the
world at large will be later on inclined TO accord
indulgence all the more as 1t is so very seldom
to be found upon the steps Of the throne.
EX-ATTACHE
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1894-06-17
CHAPTER XXXIII.

Mrs Cohn must have been waiting somewhere
on the ground floor. probably I'm the dnng-room;
FOR no sooner had Seymour left the house than
she returned 10 the parlor. This move was one OF
the finest expressions OF her tact; she feared that
Evelyn would SO 10 her room and give way to
tears and she hoped. by keeping her downstairs.
10 prevent this catastrophe. Mrs. Cohn believed
I'm tears as only the inevitable outpouring Of the
overcharged heart: In most instances. she
thought they not only gave no relief. but were an
additional pain; they upset system that should
be firm against assault On these details OF life,
so important to women. Mrs. Cohn had spent a
great deal OF thought. and she now had a def
mite theory for nearly every social emergency.
She found Evelyn standing at the window with
an expression OF misery on her face and In her
eyes a suggestion OF tears Has he gomez she
asked, touching her on the arm.
Evelyn turned quickly. "Ohl" she said. Then
she replied: Yes. he's gone and I'm glad OF 1t.
| hope he'll never come back
Don't don't say that dear I'm afraid you're
uncharltable, Evelyn"
'Uncharitablei" Evelyn repeated half-scorn-
fully. Il suppose he does need a great deal OF
charity"
ne has been with Mr.. McGonigle and some
other men, probably Don't YOU know men are
Obliged 10 drink sometimes? Mr.. Cohn has told
me all about 1t. At first | couldn't understand IT,
II seemed TO me impossible that civilized human
beings should act But understand now. It's
the way men show their friendliness for one
another-almost the only way. Women do the
same thing only In other ways; they call each
other dear and kiss each other and all that"
ITS horrible loathsome." said Evelyn, still
looking out OF the window. Think Of being mar
rled TO a man that woud-that would come home
drunk"
He wouldnt-he wouldn't do that II you were
married TO him. Don't you know, that's what
good women are for-to help men fight against
these temptations? Besides he wasn't drunk,
really I noticed"
"Oh, I can't make these fine distinctions He
had been drinkipg-a great deal That was
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1894-06-17
" DINID1CM FlCTL"

r D. Blackmore in ATLANTA.
"Oh. he, The sad thing have heard!
A most distressing rlmor,
Just brought me by a little bird,
Has ruined my good humor-
An act / cannot bear 10 name.
And in a place secluded!
Oh Polly. ! should die with shame.
To do the thing that you did,!
Aunt can you mean that stupid tale
About my cousin Charley.
Because the poor boy looked so pale.
When | met him in the barley?
What happened there was strictly this
So let them make the best OF it
I gave him less than half a kiss;
And he gave me the rest OF 1t
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1894-06-17
UNREASONABLE TO EXPECT AN ANSWER.

From The Washington Star
She' was engaged in conducting department
for n magazine, and her mind very much with
Ibid YOU not receive my letter." he asked.
YES" ~,
Then" ne said. almost fercely. why did you not
"Why. William" and there was both surprise and
renroach in her voice, you know you forgot 10
send stamps for reply.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1894-06-17
WHERE WASHINGTON LIVED
THE OLD BERRIAN HOUSE NEAR PRINCE
TON WHERE HE WROTE HIS
FAREWELL ADDRESS"
OTHER RELICS SCATTERED.

NOW OCCUPIED BY A QUARRYMAN-ITs YER
ANDA GONE-THE OLD MANTELPIECE-
OTHER RELICS SCATTERED.
The little State OF New-Jersey, as every school,
bow knows was the scene of many stirring events
during the Revolution. and almost every city. town
and hamlet has or claims 10 have. a landmark Of
which its inhabitants very proud and delight
TO point out to visitors While there is no doubt OF
the authenticity of the claims made for many OF
these places they have certainly lost nothing by the
traditions with which they are now surrounded. As
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1894-05-06
EMERSON DAY Ar HIGH SCHOOL.
Bust OF the Concord Philosopher I'm
yelled with Ceremonies.

The class Of sc of the High School which
arranged for a series of lectures during
This season. saw the fruit of its work yes
terday. The proceeds of the lecture were
used TO purchase a bust OF Emerson, and
I'm the afternoon. at 4:30, the bust was un-
yelled. The class numbers 121 pupils. and
these were the entertainers. High School
hall was the scene of action. At the south
end Of the room a stage was erected and 1t
was trimmed with green garlands over
white. The white and green are the class
colors. At one side was the bust on a pedestal
covered with a white cloth. Before it were
branches Of dogwood and at either side
were SNOWFALL blossoms and other flowers.
At the hour designated the programme was
given. This included the singing of songs,
having words by Emerson, the Poet" by
Miss Virginia Sale; THE Humble Bee" by
Mr.. Harry Smith, and "WaldeInsamkeit,"
by Mrs. +. l.. Dewhurst. Miss Mary
Nicholson, who spent a summer at the
Concord School OF Philosophy, and who
knew Emerson and talked with him, gave
an interesting talk on her experience with
him. cir Daniel Brown read selections
from Emerson, and then came the antlci-
pated moment of the unwilling. Mr.. Sid
neg Morse, sculptor. who gave lectures on
drawing and modelling before the pupils
of the school, and who modelled the bust OF
Emerson, which was presented, gave a
most delightful talk and drew from the
bust the white veil which covered it. The
presentation was made to the school by
the president of the class, Mr.. William
Day. At one side OF the room ices were
served to all the visitors by the young girls
of the class. and at another table, made
pretty with spring blossoms, candies, made
by members Of the class, were for sale. AT
another table were souvenirs. John Bur
roughs sent some sprays Of pine from
Emerson's home, and a small portion was
tied TO a card with narrow ribbons of the
class colors, green and white. a social
hour followed, and in the evening, from 7
to 9. the members of the class received
their friends. The programmes were very
neat. On one page was the programme. on
the next there Were selections from Emer-
son, and on the last page the names OF
the class. The bust is ar admirable like
ness and is a valuable acquisition 10 the
possessions of the High School. A bust of
Darwin viii be presented by the same ciass
next fall. Mr.. Morse has given the class
a statuette of Emerson, and yesterday it.
with one of Lincoln, one of Carl-le and
one or Darwin. We're on n table. The h,,st
VIII nTooabiy be set in Mr.. Hufford's Of
School Hall. Al fAsh