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Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Comforting with Receivers.

MILWAUKEE,, Feb. S.-A conference be-
tween the employees and receivers of the
Northern Pacific road In regard to the re-
cent cut in wages is now in progress at the
st. Charles hotel The workmen are repre-
sented by delegates from every railroad Or
ganization, including Chief Arthur of the
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, Chief
Sargent of the 6remen and Grand Chief
Ramsey of the railway telegraphers. The
men are making their argument today The
conference promises to last through the day
and may be continued tomorrow.
The Sentinel tomorrow will say that the
Northern Pacific receivers have determined
to accept the modified wage schedule asked
for by the employees today. II is believed the
whole matter will be settled by tomorrow
evening, and practically everything the men
asked for will be granted.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Lost at Sea.

VICTORIA, B. c., Feb. 6.--The steamer
Estelle is supposed to have been wrecked off
Campbell, but there is vet no clue, save the
fact of floating wreckage ana chopped feed.
and life boat bearing the name Estelle
being found in the water She was on her
way. with eight men on board, including the
captain to Haalams, n logging camp on the
Campbell river, which she should have
reached Sunday night. Reports from Mana
imo say there was an explosion on board on
February 4, but the feeling here is that she
was lost in the tide rips, near where the
Standard went down two years ago The
Estelle was new and cost $780, 900. No news
has been received and no survivors heard
from.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Russians Liked the Kaiser's words.

ST. PETERSBURG, Feb. S.-The Novoe
Vremya and other newspapers comment upon
Emperor Williams speech at the recent par
liamentary banquet at Berlin and appear to
be greatly pleased with It, The speech ap-
pears also to have given great satisfaction
In st. Petersburg generally. The Novoe
Vremya says that the forcible utteEances of
the emperor did great service to the econo-
mic welfare Of Germany and expresses the
opinion that IL was also the cause of MAIN
tanning the peace of Europe, which, accord
ing to the paper. is sorely In need of quiet
ude in order to pursue the task of develop
ing its prosperity.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
DIR Detweiler Resigns.

Dr. Detweier. who for the past eighteen
months has been pastor of st. Marks Lu-
theran church. Twenty-frst and Burdette
streets. has rendered his resignation, and at
a meeting of the congregation Wednesday
evening the same was accepted.
The Doctors successor has not yet been
secured. but steps looking to this end will be
taken at an early day. In the meantime
there will be regular services morning and
evening. Rev. DR.. Kuhns viii preach on
Sunday February II, and on occasions when
there is no other supply. On Sunday. Feb
ruary IS, Rev. Barnitz of Des Moines will
preach
DR.. Detweiler is temporarily absent from
the city, but as yet has not accepted any
pastorate. His family is still in Omaha and
his future movements are undetermined.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
WILL KEEP UP THE FIGHT.

Attempt to Restore Chicago-Kansas city
Grain Rates Falls.
KANSAS CITY, Feb. S.-Some time since
the Santa Fe inaugurated an open rate of 8
cents on wheat and cents on corn, Kansas
City to Chicago, the road claiming that these
rates were being secretly made by the other
roads. Lately the road has been taking
steps to return the rates TO their original
basis-25 cents on wheat and 20 cents on
corn The Santa Fe desired the other roads
to enter into an agreement to adhere to
the old rates but they refused to do this.
The fight, therefore, will be continued, and it
Is likely that 1t will be prolonged indef-
gs.l-
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
SARATOGA NOMINATIONS.
Announcement of the Candidates for the
Coming season.

tnHOunCehent VI iuE tho
Coming season.
NEW YORK, Feb. S.-The Saratoga Racing
association. today announces the nominations
to stake races. All the events have filled
remarkably well and are rich in promise
for great racing at the famous water
ing place this year. The wealthiest and
most noted owners in the country are among
the nominators. and the most famous colors
on the American turf will be sported
at the meeting. Morris DAILY. the copper
king, has endowed the Bitter Root" stakes
for 2-year-olds, named after his famous
Montana stud. 1t is guaranteed worth
s.. 900. The stakes for 2-year-olds are: The
Flash stakes, at half a mile; the Bitter
Root Stud stakes. five furlongs; the Ken
lucky stakes, five and a half furlongs; the
Bankers stakes. five furlongs; the Nc
Grathinia Stud stakes, five furlongs; the Sal
vator stakes, five and half fur
longs; the Belle Meade Stud stakes,
six furlongs; the Grand Julian
stakes, six furlongs; the Hurricane,
Stud stakes, five furlongs the California
stakes, five furongs the Melbourne Stud
stakes, seven furlongs; G. II. Mumm Cham
pagne handicap, five furlongs.
The stakes for 3-year-olds are: Iroquois,
one mile; the Foxhall stakes. mile and
furlong; the Travers stakes, mile and
quarter; the United States Hotel stakes,
seven furlongs.
The stakes for all ages are: Canadian
stakes, at one mile and three-siXteenths; Fos-
ter stakes, mile and an eighth; the Montana
stakes, one mile Merchants stakes, mile and
a furlong; the Spencer handicap. mile and
a quarter; the Sea Foam stakes, five and one
half furlongs; the Albany stakes, six fur
longs; the Morrisey stakes, mile; the
Moot and Chadron stakes, one mile.
For hurdlers and steeplechasers: The
Okolona Steeplechase stakes, short
course. about one mile and three
quarters; the Van Tassel and Kear-
ney stakes, the short steeplechase
course; the Baston stakes, two miles over
eight hurdles; the Beverwick Steepechase
stakes full steeplechase course.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09

unions 10 split. when fin fact none OF the
members had enough religion TO analyze.
This country has no place for religious
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Rnhr B. Dcnd Fnrerer.

VALPARAISO. Ind. Feb. s.--Judge Crum-
packer. attorney for the Roby Athletic club.
returned from Chicago tonight. He was
there in consultation with the club in regard
TO an appeal to the supreme court. He said
that Costello was not in Chicago and was
not liable to return and go TO the peniten-
tiary TO save his bondsmen Judge Gillett
says that the Roby club is defunct and will
give no more exhibitions. All the talk OF
the Corbett-Jackson fight coming on at
Crown Point Is done to effect the trials OF
no Rnhy Croud
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
From the Grayc OF Lafayette.

PARIS. Feb. SIfhe society of the Daugh-
ters Of the American Republic of San Fran
cisco recently asked the French government.
through the French consul at San Francisco.
Tor few ounces or earth from the grave Of
General Lafayette?1nto which they intended
to plant tree of,iiberty The French gov
ladies, and the minister OF the interior. NJ.
Raynal, today had a box filled with earth
from the grave OF General Lafayette. The
box was sealed with the arms Of the City Of
Paris and will be forwarded to San Fran
ciECO
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
MORE TROUBLE.
Things Becoming Mixed in Western Pas
senger Association.


senger Association.
CHICAGO. Feb. S.-There was more
trouble at the close of the meeting of the
Western Passenger association today. The
committee which has been considering the
Canada Pacifcs acts requested more time.
The meeting then took up the merits of
the $45 rating from the Missouri river to
Pacific coast points, which was put into
effect about week ago by the Union Pa
cifc. A resolution was introduced for plac-
ing all rates on the si5 basis, but it was de-
feated after hard struggle The Alton
and Milwaukee G. st. Paul at once gave
verbal notice that they would accept the
$40 rate from the transcontinental connec-
tions and would sell tickets accordingly.
beginning February IL. The Chicago &
Northwestern Immediately issued a written
notice declaring its intention to put in
effect the same rates. beginning tomorrow
morning. The Atchison issued no notice,
but will doubtless lose no time in putting in
ha rates
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
RoA TED RECEIVER oAKEs.
Colonel Petit Accuses the Ex-President OF
Squandering the Roads Cash.

Of
Squandering the Roads Cash.
MILWAUKEE, Feb. S.--Colonel Silas w.
Petit occupied the attention of the court
in the Northern Pacific case today. He
assailed the administration of Receiver
Oakes while the latter was president of the
road. He said that the syndicate which
acquired the Northern Pacific & Manitoba
line sold it to the Northern Pacific and
cleared 1000, 900. He also said that
$9000,000 were squandered in terminals at
Seattle. In the case Of the Rocky Fork &c
Cook City line he said the company had
paid 81 900, 900 for road worth only $500 900
in order to reach coal mine worth $500 900
OF the Seattle, Lake Shore & Eastern road
which cost the Northern Pacific 1000 000
Colonel Petit said there was only mile
and half of the line left, the rest con-
sisting of rusty iron
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
CURRENT TOPIC CLUB.
Rights of a Mayor Discussed by a Lawyer
and an Editor.

and an Editor.
The regular meeting of the Current Topic
club this evening promises to be one of
unusual interest in view of the subject
which is up for discussion. The subject is:
us it Ever Allowable for an Executive Of
ficer to Exercise His Discretion in the En-
forcement of a Law?"
To those who have kept track of certain
sermons which have been delivered by an
Omaha minister during the past month. 1t
is unnecessary to explain the support of this
question. The discussion will be carried on
by Mr.. Edward Rcsewater upon the affirma-
tiev and Judge McCulloch on the negative.
There is room for great deal OF argument
on either side of the question and the de-
baters have decided views upon the ques-
tion. The meeting promises to be a de-
cidedly interesting one.
The meeting will be held at the Young
Mems Christian association building and
everybody is invited to attend.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
French Surprised IN West Africa.

PARIS, Feb. s.-A dispatch received here
from the governor of Senegal states that a
French flying column is reported to have
been surprised by the Tauroges near Tim
buctoo. No further details are given.
1t is stated that as a result OF the fight
near Ttmbuctoo, several French officers are
missing. Unofficial advices say the engage
ment was severe and the French loss was
considerable.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
yaIe of Trottine stock.

NEW YORK, Feb. S.-The sale of trotting
stock at the American institute took place
yesterday before a thoroughly representa-
tive crowd of owners. breeders and trainers
of trotting horses. Summary of the leading
sales
Property of w. c. Orbit, San Mateo
Cal; Haze Wilkes, by Guy Wilkes Blanche
W. s. Hobart, San Francisco $500.
Una Wilkes, by Guy Wilkes Blanche; o.
p. Foster. Providence, SO, 400.
Sabina, by Sabel Wilkes-Eva; J. Leonard,
Mont Claire, N. j.. $4,000.
Nellie 'Aldine, by Wilkes BoyJose King;
John H. Schultz, Parkville. l.. l.. $4,000.
Kin Corret. by Wilkes Boy-Kincora; w.
Garlock, Buffalo, $500.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09

LONDON, Feb. s.-A dispatch to the Times
from Paris says that the Russo German
treaty has caused a general depression in
France, where sentiment is mixed with pure
economics in view of the Cronstadt and
Toulon receptions. The French public
thought that Russia would quarrel with the
Driebund and that she would be the irrecon-
cilable enemy OF the nation hostile to
France, Some of the papers, the Times
dispatch says. are already accusing Russia
of betrayInE France
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Wants Damages for False Arrest.

Judge Blair and twelve jurors are now
wrestling with the issue in the case Of
Charles NJ. Bachmann against Policeman
Brady and his bondsmen. The plaintiff is
seeking to recover the sum Of 81 900 damages
as the result Of an arrestwhich took place a
couple OF yeaEs ago.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Decided Against the Railroad.

ST PAUL, Feb. S-An important decision
was handed down in the district court to-
day, Judge Brill finding a decision in the
case of the Great Northern Manitoba
railway against the city of st. Paul and
others, In which he decides that the city
is the owner OF lower Broadway and that II
may build the Broadway bridge upon the
proper condemnation proceedings being had.
The fourth big bridge across the river may
ha fin
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Austria's Unemployed.

LONDON, Feb. s.-A dispatch to the
Chronicle from Vienna says a meeting of
5000 unemployed was broken up by the po-
lice. The disturbance among the people is
considerable. According to reliable esti
mates there are $50 900 out Of employment
in the country
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09

Hennessey has received letter from Parson
Davies. manager for Peter Jackson, In which
the Parson says he will entertain a PROPOSE
tion from this city II accompanied by an
agreement to insure protection from the
authorities. A company will be formed 10
offer purse and secure the coming Corbett-
Iankanr nnhi
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09

CLINTON, Tenn, FEB. Sired Gerding,
who attempted to hold up Knoxville Il
Ohio express train recently, was today con-
victed and sentenced to prison for two
years. His accomplice, VIII Smith, was
killed by officers who were on the train at
the time
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
No Racing on the Glouccster Track.

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. S.-"You can
state positively as coming from me that
there will be no racing on the Gloucester
race track this year" said Prof. William j.
Thompson. "Of course,I. as well as
great many horse owners who have horses
quartered here, would like to see racing.
but l do not care to have any trouble with
ha
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
WIN Use Its own Depot.

ST. LOUIS, Feb s,-The Chicago, Burling-
ton & Quincy railroad has officially an
nounced its intention of running all its
trains into its own depot here at Second
and Mullanphy streets and this depot has
been accordingly enlarged. 1t is now be-
heyed the Burlington and the lines coming
into the city over the Missouri and Mis-
sissippi bridges win remain independent
of the Union depot company
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Stansbnry and Gaudaur.

VANCOUVER, b. c., Feb. S,-Negotla-
tions are now in progress for race be-
tween Stansbury Of Australia and Jake Gau-
daur OF Orlla, Ont, to be held on Burrard
Islet this summer for the championship of
the world. Stansbury's trainer is now here
and expects important news by the steamer
AraWa,
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
samson Wants Some of It.

DETROIT. Feb. S.-Samson, the strong
man, who is playing an engagement here.
announces that he has decided to challenge
Corbett for a fight. Samson strikes a 3,000-
pound blow He says he is willing Corbett
should strike him, but that he would surely
break Corbett's arm or disable him. He
states he will go in training to perfect his
arpfp
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
On Their yyay TO Rio.

PERNAMBUCo Feb. S-The submarine
torpedo Destroyer and five Of the latest tor
pedo boats which have arrived here from
Germany have left for the south. It is be-
lieved the vessels are bound for Bahia. where
they will join the rest of President Peixoto's
fleet, preparatory to moving in force on Rio.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Chicaro's New Race Track.

CHICAGO, Feb S--Chicago is to have
new race track 1t will be located on the
West Side outside of the city limits. The
ground has been secured and work will be
commenced at once. 1t will be known as
the Chicago Fair Grounds association. II is
claimed that there will be racing on the
track only thirty days each year. The peo-
pie behind the scheme decline to allow their
names to be made public
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
stromsburg's Athletic Club.

STRoMSBURG, Neb,, Feb. ESPECIAL
to The Bee.)-The stromsburg Athletic club
gave its annual entertainment at the opera
house last night. The program was well rem
dered and highly appreciated by all present
Stromsburg feels Justly proud OF the talent
displayed by the local amateurs.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Didn't Mean to Annex 1t.

PARIS, Feb S.-The Temps, referring to
the dispatches from Sierra Leone which
state that the French have annexed the town
OF Halfcavaly near the Liberian frontier,
says that the French entered the city owing
to an error, and that they will retire.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Ionnrs for OeneraI Kit6hener.

LONDON, Feb. s.-General Kitchener,
srdar OF the Egyptian army and Mr., Scott
judicial advisor OF the khediye. have each
been made knight commander OF the Order
OF st. Michael and st. George TX. G. NJ, G.l.
General Kitchener recently took exception
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
ponachue's Two-MiIe Time.

ST. JOHNS. Feb S.--Joe Donaghue, the
champion amateur skater, gave two-mile
exhibition In Victoria rink last night in
the presence OF Il large crowd. His time was
6:47. This is forty seconds longer than his
own record time.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Religious RIots in India.

BOMBAY, Feb. S.-Serious religious riots
have occurred at vrok, 100 miles northeast
Of this city. Hindoo temples and Moham-
medan mosques were destroyed and several
persons were killed and injured. The
trouble was quelled by the military.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Meeting of the. n unk Lines.

NEW YORK, Feb. s,--A special meeting
of the Trunk Line association was held here
today. The proposition and agreement pre-
pared at a recent meeting of the freight
agents, without reference TO the establish
ment Of unltarm freight rate for all lines
In the Trunk Line association, was consid-
cred, bat no hual action taken
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Grent Dron in YnIne.

ST. LOUIS, Feb. Skiing Cadmus, the
once celebrated runner for which Pitts
burg Phil" at one time refused 100000 was
put up for sale today by his owner. "Old
Man" Brennan, but failed to bring $780,
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
soIIy smith Beaten.

CHICAGO Feb. Sat the Empire the
ater last night Solly Smith boxed with Plim-
mer. The bout was entirely friendly
Pllmmer bested smith, being In much better
condition and quicker, too.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Dan DAILY Wins In the ThIrd.

ST. LOUIS, Feb. S.-Dan DAILY of Bangor
Me-. and Frank Zaeker, local pugillst last
night fought TO a finish for purse of 800
and a side bet. Zacker was knocked out in
the third round
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09

ments In their possession bearing on the ques-
tions hereby referred to him.
This decision is victory for Receiver
Trumbull. MIR Thurston Of the Union Pa
cifc gave notice OF an appeal.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Caused "A Rig Surplus.

PARIS. Feb. s.-The customs returns OF
the government for January show a surplus
of 600 francs This is due to heavy
imports of cereals in expectancy Of increased
duties
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09

70 some criticisms )Tmade by the young
khedive and resigned his command. The
khedive apologized ahd the general was in
duced to withdraw his resignation.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
Private Bank in England.suspends.
On the south American Rock.

LONDON, Feb S.-The London G. North
western bank has suspended. 1t is small
private concern, with capital of $500
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09

VH 1Ht SoUth aMerIcuH hUck'
LIVERPOOL, Feb. S.-Batter, Stocks &
Co., traders with South American countries,
have suspended payment.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
HoNDURAN REBELS SUCCESSFUL.
They Drive Back Force Sent Against
Them and XIII the Leader.

SAN SALVADOR, Feb. S.--Vasquez broke
General Gutierrez lines yesterday afternoon
All efforts to dislodge the Honduras rebels
proved Intellectual.
Colonel Marion commanding the forces
sent on the rebels on the Atlantic coast, has
been defeated. He was killed and a number
Of men also
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
King OF saxony sicI

DRESDEN, Feb. 8. S.+4The king of saxony
is suffering from a, serious hemorrhage Of
the bladder. -
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09

One word describes II. perfection. We re-
fer TO De Witts Witch Hazel Salye. cures
piles
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
EIGHT LIVES LOST.

Tug Blown Up or Vancouver Island and
Her Whole Crew Killed.
VANCOUVER, B. c., Feb Sword has
reached here of the destruction of the tug
Estelle by an explosion and the loss of the
entire crew, numbering eight persons. The
explosion occurred last Sunday near Camp
bell river, in the northern part of Vancouver
island The Estele was owned in Nanimo
and was valued at $25 600.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
WEATHER. FORECASTS.
1t Will BE Fair. but Decidedly Colder In
Nebraska Today.

WASHINGTON, Feb. S.-Forecasts for Fri
day: For Nebraska and South Dakota-Gen-
orally fair: decidedly colder; north winds.
For Iowa and Missouri-Fair, preceded by
rain or snow in eastern portion in early
morning; decidedly colder: north winds.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09

West superior Wants 1t.
WEST SUPERIOR. Wis, Feb. s.-W. B.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
.IMUSEMENTS.
"Fantasma" at Boyd.s.

"Fantasma," an old friend in the way Of
theatrical entertainments, began an engage.
ment at Boyd's last evening, playing to the
capacity of the house. So much new mate
rial has been added to this clever show OF
Hanlon Bros. that it came almost like new
candidate for public favor, although
many of the best OF the old tricks
have been retained. The spectacular
trick pautomime has delighted thousands
of the young and old of the land, and it
seems to have been given d new lease of life
since last seen in Omaha. In its new garb
"Fantasman comes about as near perfection
as possible. the bewildering tricks aud effec-
tive tableaux, with Just enough dramatic
incident TO keep up the interest of the
story, making wonderfully effective
performance. The scenery throughout
is entirely new and the transformations
rival those OF the best spectacular per-
formanceS of the past. There are great
many innovations introduced the electric
dance of Miss Eta Lyons being particularly
beautiful and graceful. Pico, the faithful,
is in the capable hands of MIR F. y. Zeltner.
who, while not as easy rs was George II.
Adams in The part Of the clown, gives very
acceptable rendition of the role. On the
whole the company is quite acceptable, ana
"Fautasma" renewed ner hold upon the
Omaha public in manner that left little 10
be desired.
Omaha daily bee., 1894-02-09
sour Country cousin" at Fifteenth street.

''Our Country Cousin" n play OF the har-
vest fields and life down on the farm" was
the attraction last evening at the Fifteenth
Street theater, Frank Jones appearing in
the part of Jason Wheatlv, the coGptry
pumpkin. who turns out 10 be cousidera BILE
of man withal. The play is in four
acts and deals with the loves aud
ambitions of the people who give life
to the comedy drama, with here and there
shady" character introduced as measure
of contrast. Tho play is we'll staged. some
of the sets being particularly effective.
Frank Jones makes an ideal farmer and has
excellent support in tho person OF Lillian
Walton as Jason's sweetheart. One of the
hits of the evening was made by Frank
Young, whose dancing has not been excelled
on the local stage. The company was ade-
quate.
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